Kampala has several restaurants serving Indian cuisine, with options ranging from North Indian curries and tandoori dishes to South Indian specialities and vegetarian meals.
Among the established venues is Khana Khazana on Acacia Avenue in Kololo, which describes itself as a North Indian speciality restaurant established in Kampala in 1997. Its menu includes traditional Indian dishes, while its outdoor seating provides an option for diners looking for a restaurant with garden space.
Haandi, located in central Kampala, is another option for Indian food. The restaurant serves Indian dishes alongside other Asian cuisine and is listed among the city’s Indian dining venues on Tripadvisor.
For diners seeking a broader menu, Sanjha Chulha Restaurant & Bar offers Indian and Chinese cuisine. Its published menu includes butter chicken, dal makhani, lamb rogan josh, paneer tikka masala and Hyderabadi biryani.
Restaurants serving different regional dishes
The Great Indian Dhaba, located on Wampewo Avenue in Kololo, offers a wide selection of Indian dishes, including biryani, tandoori preparations, curries and vegetarian meals. Its published menu also features South Indian food, including masala dosa, alongside street-food-inspired options.
Ashiana Restaurant is located on Bandali Rise in Bugolobi, near Village Mall. Its listing identifies Indian and Asian cuisine, with vegetarian and vegan options available.
Khazana the Verandah is another restaurant to consider. It appears in Tripadvisor’s Kampala listings for Indian restaurants, where diners can find reviews and practical information before deciding where to eat.
Choosing where to eat
The choice depends on the dishes, location and dining experience a visitor prefers. Khana Khazana offers a North Indian speciality menu, while Sanjha Chulha combines Indian and Chinese cuisine. The Great Indian Dhaba has a broad menu that includes both North and South Indian dishes.
Restaurant listings and customer reviews can help diners compare experiences, although ratings and opinions do not establish that one venue is objectively better than another.
Menus, prices and opening hours can change, so diners should confirm the latest details directly with a restaurant before visiting.
