Indian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Edmonton

Narayanni's

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"I went to Narayanni's with some friends and made a video of my time there. The food is delicious, the staff are friendly and polite and it's a..."

Lucien Levesque

"I love that they are not afraid to use SPICE.. too often I find that Indian buffets are so mild to cater to a larger "Canadian demographic". Honestly..."

Sly

"One my absolute favourite restaurants. The menu changes always, so you're always able to experiment with a new variety of choices and find your next..."

Oh Nelly

"Narayanni's has been around for 9 years but I've only encountered it recently. Last month, I was invited down to their restaurant off Whyte Ave to..."

Ms. Hangry Foodie

"At the end of the meal I was satisfied without feeling as weighed down as I would from traditional creamy, buttery-based sauces found in most Indian..."

Little Miss Andrea

"Narayanni’s, a Whyte Avenue staple since 2010, serves up some of the finest curry I’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting. While the food is..."

Cheryl Cottrell-Smith

"I was pleasantly grateful to have the chance to try this exotic little Indian/South African fusion restaurant located just off of Whyte Ave. This..."

Marika Paprika

"Last week, I had the chance to try Narayanni’s for the first time. I was invited to try their new lunch buffet, which just launched this spring...."

Let's Eat YEG

"Located a block south of Whyte Avenue (in behind the Roots on Whyte building on 102 Street), Narayanni's has a ton of free street parking right in..."

Thesaltyalmond

"Narayanni's, an Indian buffet restaurant that has been serving dinner for 9 years, recently started serving a $12 lunch buffet as well, and they have..."

Krispybites

"It was good but for two of us including the tip on a Saturday night it was $90. We each only had one alcoholic beverage. No naan bread but the roti..."

Christine

"Every Tuesday, no matter what I have on the go, I’d rather be at Narayanni’s vegan buffet. Nestled in the semi-industrial neighbourhood on 81..."

Stephanie Belland

"Love this place. Best Indian restaurant in Edmonton. Not your traditional Indian restaurant, but not inauthentic. Although this place is on the..."

James Acer

"Best Indian restaurant in Yeg, by far. Food quality is amazing and the desserts are delicious. Service is great, run by a very nice family...."

Kunal

"Narayanni’s is a little off the beaten path. Just past the tracks on Whyte Ave and a block south, you’ll discover a restaurant that specializes..."

Jonny

"Exceptional food and truly one of the best restaurant meals I've ever had. Freshly prepared, flavorful spices with some heat, and very pleasant..."

Heather Molzan

"Amazing!. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone. I went there Sunday night for a buffet, and it was hands down the best buffet I have ever..."

Tammy_neron

"Delicious food! Great customer service! staff: family owned and operated! They were present and ensuring that our family was taken care of!..."

Saritax

"Amazing. Narayannis food is amazing, cooked perfectly and the service was great! Two thumbs up..."

Adamwjnicholson

"Unique. I like to go to Narayanni's because it's different from other Indian restaurants. The buffet, (on non-vegan nights) has a lot of vegetable..."

Lovesfood

"Loved it the first couple times but find now it's always the same food at the Buffett and are defiantly lacking in the service department where they..."

Angiebean

"Healthy stuff !!. A very healthy choice of food they have .I really like their desserts .The service was bit slow but all is well if I get good food..."

Greg.striker

"Thee Hot Sauce Committee is back! With another attack!!. Narayanni's... what can we say? It's gourmet South African/ Indian food. Been to a few vegan..."

Hot Sauce Committee

"Healthy unique South African style Indian cuisine. Friendly atmosphere.. I love dining here. The family and staff are very affable. The selection of..."

Colinmfair

"Delicious!. Found this hidden gem on Urban spoon and decided to check it out tonight. I went for their buffet, and I was throughly..."

Facebook User

"Ignore ALL the negative reviews.....this place has Edmonton's Best Indian Food. Recently moved to Edmonton.....came to this restaurant for Mothers..."

Scared Mole Rat

"Vegan night. Just went to vegan night for the first time - excellent food service and ambience for a tiny price. All the food was good but the..."

Leslie Keith

"We went there to celebrate a special occasion. The service was prompt and friendly. The food, though, was the star. So so good. Not the Indian buffet..."

JillMC

"I have nothing bad to say about this restaurant. I come here quite frequently the staff is so nice, friendly and welcoming. The food is to die for. I..."

Jessica

"The vegan buffet on Tuesdays is only $15 and worth every penny! Lots of variety and the chocolate cupcakes were the best I've ever..."

CJ

"Oh my goodness. My mouth has never been so happy. I found out this is a family operated restaurant. There are two daughters I attempted to propose to..."

Johnnyb

"Nutty for Narayanni's. It's telling when you walk into Narayanni's and randomly run into friends who tell you they've been eating there every Friday..."

Omnivore FC

"If you walked by it on the street, you wouldn't think twice about it. I didn't and I've been going to a restaurant just up the street for years. I..."

Ten

"Best Indian food in Edmonton hands down. It might seem expensive, but honestly it's worth the extra money. They use the best ingredients and spend..."

RM

"I could just live on the butternut squash and the trifle and be soooo happy...fabulous food and amazing..."

Ali French

"Just went for the first time. LOVED IT. This family run restaurant is outstanding. I have to say that I have tried a lot of restaurants in Edmonton..."

Frenchy

"Love this place. You can .... Love this place.You can taste the love and care in Mama's dishes.Friendly service from this family run..."

A Second On The Lips

"Vegan Night A Must!. If you ever try one vegan meal while in Edmonton, it must be at Narayanni's. Each month, nights are set aside for "Vegan Night",..."

Chellyw

"Check out their $15 vegan buffet on tuesdays. Probably the best vegan meal I've ever had. Friendly staff, highly reccomend this place. 9/10..."

Naomisexyhobo

"Came in for dinner for the first time with my parents and brother, we were seated quickly and water was brought within minutes. The most amazing..."

Ramona

"Sets the bar for Indian food in YEG. Wow. Narayanni's is impressive. A refreshing break from northern Indian food, which dominates the Indian..."

LS Vors

"Delish! My boyfriend and I really enjoy Indian cuisine and this place did not disappoint! We've found a new favourite Indian spot. The service is..."

Stefithehun

"Excellent. I believe this is the best Indian buffet in Edmonton, and it is clear the owners care about food. It may be the most expensive at $25, but..."

Freshie

"Real home-cooked food. I tried Narayanni's for the first time tonight. It's a lovely family run establishment, spacious inside, with a neutral decor...."

Rockchick

"A tad disappointing.... Went to Narayanni's late March for a reservation at 7:30pm on a Saturday night at this interestingly located restaurant along..."

Mtnminnow

"Excellent and interesting food!. I was recommended to this restaurant by Indian friends who are very knowledgeable regarding Indian cuisine. It is a..."

Gourmanddoc1

"Best Indian food :). I love it when I go to Indian restaurant and my stomach doesnt feel gross and bloated from ghee. Many vegan options on their..."

Foodlover

"Narayanni's would recommend to all. I went with a bunch of my galfriends every month we try out different resturants which are authentic and over..."

Chris

"Best Food & Service in Edmonton. Every time I attend Narayanni's I marvel at the quality and variety of food. The spicing is so unique, you'll talk..."

Garth

"Fresh buffet, lots of veggies. Went here last night on yet another Groupon-like voucher. After walking into the restaurant, we were shown to a table,..."

Domestic Dreamboat

"Indian Cuisine; Near Excellence. This family run joint has so many good things going for it. The building isn't much to look at on the approach but..."

Inukshuk

"Yummeh!. Amazing! I went with a few friends after being recommended to Narayanni's by a co-worker. As soon as you walk in you know you are in the..."

D.B.

"Fresh & Tasty. We had our son's 18 birthday party here. We reserved a table for 20. From the outset we were treated like royalty. This family run..."

Samr

"My favourite Indian/South African restaurant. I have tried other Indian buffets in town, and I have to say they offer the best in terms of quality..."

Judi

"Narayanni's is among Edmonton's best restaurants. If you love good South Asian food, cooked to unimaginable perfection, then you will love Narayanni..."

Sharon Smith

"Like it.. Something different from the mainstreem something new althoughter exciting and exotic.I like the tender meat servings and kababs they have..."

Sir Tony

"$25 buffet is more than worth it!!. I don't live in Edmonton, but every time I come to the city, Narayanni's is a "must-do." Everything from the..."

Carla Newman

"Edmonton's best Indian restaurant. I enjoy Indian food in Edmonton generally, but this is Edmonton's standout Indian restaurant. The reason is that..."

Alvin

"FFFF...Fantastic. This restaurant, located in a well-restored heritage building, must the best Indian food in the city--move over New Asian Village,..."

Telboy

"Narayanni's restaurant. At first the prices might seem high for a buffet, but this is no ordinary buffet. In fact this is like a la cart dining in a..."

Sandy

"Best of the East. The best East Indian food I've had anywhere. The South African Ex-pats have brought us a cuisine that is unlike and superior to all..."

Ray Rasmussen

"Great place, amazing food! Very nicely appointed..."

Shaun N

"A Tasty South African Indian Flair. This restaurant is a fantastic change from the usual North Indian food offerings in the city. The food is Indian..."

Christine

"Narayanni's is a hidden gem in a city packed with Indian food. It is obvious the chefs put in tremendous effort to make sure each offering is..."

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Lindamargaretwrites

"Saturday night we planned a joint birthday venture at Narayanni's. Dave is a food supplier for them and knowing the high quality food they order, and..."

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