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The best Indian restaurant in San Francisco downtown Union Square, serving plant based, vegetarian and vegan Indian food. Expert in Indian wedding catering and corporate events. The restaurant transforms into a venue for meetings, corporate presentations, team building, private parties, and social non-profit fundraisers. Open late until 11 PM. LGBTQ friendly, this historic San Francisco Legacy Business since 1988, is an immigrant and mixed family owned business established by Chef Ranjan Dey.
Traditional Indian menu served in brick-lined setting decorated in style of royal banquet hall.
Hours
| Friday | 5–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5–11 PM |
| Sunday | 5–11 PM |
| Monday | 5–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–11 PM |
| Thursday | 5–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 160 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: (415) 397-8470
Website: http://www.newdelhirestaurant.com/
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Hary
Visited New Delhi Restaurant in SF and had a mostly good experience. The Bombay Saffron Bhuna Lamb was fresh and very tasty, and it was served with pulao and naan, which was a nice touch. The Murg Akbari was average and just okay. The Keema Kulcha was disappointing, as it tasted more like a butter naan with hardly any keema filling. The Lucknow Pulao was good and well-prepared.
The service was good, and the ambiance was excellent, making the overall dining experience pleasant.
… moreThe service was good, and the ambiance was excellent, making the overall dining experience pleasant.
Sandhya Nair
Atmosphere is great ! Good lighting, great interiors.
Service was also really good ! Great staff.
I ordered mixed grilled plate and Chai. Chai was really good that I ended up ordering 2 of them.
The grilled plate was under cooked and ended up giving an upset tummy for 1.5 days.
… moreService was also really good ! Great staff.
I ordered mixed grilled plate and Chai. Chai was really good that I ended up ordering 2 of them.
The grilled plate was under cooked and ended up giving an upset tummy for 1.5 days.
Quania Jones
Dining at New Delhi Restaurant in San Francisco was a truly memorable experience that beautifully blended elegance, flavor, and hospitality. From the moment we arrived, we were transported into a space that felt both luxurious and deeply rooted in Indian tradition. The ambiance was serene and refined, making it the perfect setting for an intimate dinner or upscale group gathering.
The cocktail menu was exceptional! Each drink was not only thoughtfully crafted, but could also be transformed into a refreshing mocktail without compromising taste or presentation. This level of flexibility and detail speaks volumes about their commitment to a wide range of guests.
When it came to the cuisine, New Delhi exceeded every expectation. Every dish was a masterclass in balance, with spices that awakened the palate and flavors that felt both comforting and exciting. The food was phenomenal, showcasing the rich culinary traditions of India with a modern, elevated twist.
The service was just as impressive, attentive, warm, and knowledgeable. The staff ensured every course was paced perfectly and that we felt taken care of throughout the entire meal.
New Delhi Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience elevated Indian cuisine in San Francisco. Whether you’re indulging in a handcrafted cocktail, savoring their bold and complex dishes, or simply soaking in the luxurious atmosphere, every element comes together in harmony. It’s more than just dinner. it’s a cultural and culinary journey worth taking!
… moreThe cocktail menu was exceptional! Each drink was not only thoughtfully crafted, but could also be transformed into a refreshing mocktail without compromising taste or presentation. This level of flexibility and detail speaks volumes about their commitment to a wide range of guests.
When it came to the cuisine, New Delhi exceeded every expectation. Every dish was a masterclass in balance, with spices that awakened the palate and flavors that felt both comforting and exciting. The food was phenomenal, showcasing the rich culinary traditions of India with a modern, elevated twist.
The service was just as impressive, attentive, warm, and knowledgeable. The staff ensured every course was paced perfectly and that we felt taken care of throughout the entire meal.
New Delhi Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience elevated Indian cuisine in San Francisco. Whether you’re indulging in a handcrafted cocktail, savoring their bold and complex dishes, or simply soaking in the luxurious atmosphere, every element comes together in harmony. It’s more than just dinner. it’s a cultural and culinary journey worth taking!
Sonali Tyagi
I am a pure vegetarian and here are the things we tried:
1. Chilli cheese pakora – thinking it to be an authentic delhi based restaurant, the pakoras were okayish and salty. There were jalapenos instead of chilli and no hint of spicy at all. However they were just okayish. 2/5
2. Gujarati bund gobhi chana- this was also okay and had a homely flavour but quantity is very less. 3/5
3. Paneer cheese stuffed naan – this was flavour ful and soft. 4/5
4. Masala garlic naan – this was not at all what I expected. They had some garlic powder put on the naan instead of actual garlic. Okayish. 3/5
5. Nimbu paani – i thought if the name is typical indian then the taste should be too. However, it’s same as store bought concentrated lemon juice mixed with soda. 2/5
Overall, the food was okay but the owner was really generous and kind. We enjoyed the dinner and he kept checking on us about the food which was nice.
… more1. Chilli cheese pakora – thinking it to be an authentic delhi based restaurant, the pakoras were okayish and salty. There were jalapenos instead of chilli and no hint of spicy at all. However they were just okayish. 2/5
2. Gujarati bund gobhi chana- this was also okay and had a homely flavour but quantity is very less. 3/5
3. Paneer cheese stuffed naan – this was flavour ful and soft. 4/5
4. Masala garlic naan – this was not at all what I expected. They had some garlic powder put on the naan instead of actual garlic. Okayish. 3/5
5. Nimbu paani – i thought if the name is typical indian then the taste should be too. However, it’s same as store bought concentrated lemon juice mixed with soda. 2/5
Overall, the food was okay but the owner was really generous and kind. We enjoyed the dinner and he kept checking on us about the food which was nice.
Olivia
My friend and I loved New Delhi Restaurant & Bar. On the outside, this restaurant resembles a charming little destination, but we were surprised by the beautiful and large interior that greeted us. Inside is a classic bar and behind a large ball room with carefully decorated set tables.
The service we had was spot on. We both had water glasses that never went empty, and I had a wonderful mango lassi that I had to have seconds of.
The food was delicious, plentiful and well priced! We had naan bread, sizzling Chicken Tikka, and the Chicken Pepper Curry. All the flavors were warm, the smells heavenly and the atmosphere and service added a warming feeling to the dinner experience. The owner came to welcome us and it was such a nice experience we will absolutely be back again with friends. If you want good food, come here.
We left with left overs and full bellies. I’m so excited to have them tomorrow! Thank you to our servers, chefs and the owner! We appreciate you!
… moreThe service we had was spot on. We both had water glasses that never went empty, and I had a wonderful mango lassi that I had to have seconds of.
The food was delicious, plentiful and well priced! We had naan bread, sizzling Chicken Tikka, and the Chicken Pepper Curry. All the flavors were warm, the smells heavenly and the atmosphere and service added a warming feeling to the dinner experience. The owner came to welcome us and it was such a nice experience we will absolutely be back again with friends. If you want good food, come here.
We left with left overs and full bellies. I’m so excited to have them tomorrow! Thank you to our servers, chefs and the owner! We appreciate you!
John Maull
Delicious dinner at this elegant Indian restaurant downtown. I enjoyed the mixed tandoori grill which arrived at the table piping hot. The service was excellent, and the owner was super friendly and attentive. He even offered to make a special sauce for my tandoori plate.
… moreSisir Kumar Barik
Ordered the most expensive lamb biriyani for take away but found that it’s portion size is actually smaller than Panda Express take away boxes. I would have ignored the portion size if the most expensive dish would have tasted like what it was meant for! Biriyani came with parcooked rice and with tiny lamb pieces (5-6 pieces). The biriyani rice was actually pulao rice as it came with green peas (I mean literally!!) and with no biryani flavor. May be the Americans can eat these without knowing the authenticity of biriyani but as an Indian, I expected to have at least average taste of biriyani, especially when paying an expensive amount of $28+$2.42(tax)= $30.42 for Lamb biriyani. That was a completely fake Biriyani. I won’t go there again and recommend folks not to waste their hard earned money on this restaurant or at least with this dish!
… moreGagan Singh
I’ve lived in the States for 23 years, and I’ve never tasted food as disappointing as what I had here. To start, I asked for tandoori chicken, only to be told it was sold out. How does an Indian restaurant run out of tandoori chicken at 6 PM—and it’s not like they were even busy.
We ordered a chicken Mughlai dish (I don’t remember the exact name) and seekh kebab. Both were incredibly dry and completely flavorless. For entrees, we got dal makhani, butter chicken, rogan josh, and naan. The dishes had no flavor at all, were dry, and tasted like they had been frozen and hastily reheated. The naan didn’t even look fully cooked. At this point, I’m honestly concerned about how my night will go.
I’m Indian, and even the two non-Indian coworkers with me had worse things to say than what I’m writing here. I don’t blame the restaurant as much as I blame myself—this place has a 3.5-star rating, and I should have checked it before bringing my coworkers.
Save your money!
… moreWe ordered a chicken Mughlai dish (I don’t remember the exact name) and seekh kebab. Both were incredibly dry and completely flavorless. For entrees, we got dal makhani, butter chicken, rogan josh, and naan. The dishes had no flavor at all, were dry, and tasted like they had been frozen and hastily reheated. The naan didn’t even look fully cooked. At this point, I’m honestly concerned about how my night will go.
I’m Indian, and even the two non-Indian coworkers with me had worse things to say than what I’m writing here. I don’t blame the restaurant as much as I blame myself—this place has a 3.5-star rating, and I should have checked it before bringing my coworkers.
Save your money!
Rubal Kaliron
Absolutely the Worst Dining Experience – Avoid at All Costs
I don’t usually leave reviews, but I feel compelled to share our experience so that no one else makes the same mistake we did. Despite the overwhelming number of negative reviews, my husband and I decided to give New Delhi Restaurant in San Francisco a chance on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at around 7:45 PM. We were swayed by the owner’s defensive yet oddly confident replies to previous complaints and thought perhaps those were one-off experiences. We could not have been more wrong.
We were promptly seated and initially received courteous service from the floor manager and waitstaff, which, in hindsight, was the only remotely decent aspect of the night. We ordered the vegetarian chef’s tasting menu expecting a refined, thoughtfully curated experience. What we got instead was a disaster course after course.
Entrées:
• Chilli Cheese Pakora: Completely dried out and flavorless. Could not even identify the filling.
• Aloo Chaat Croustable: A cold, unpalatable mash of spiced potato in a tough pastry shell. It was served cold and stale.
• Harra Kebab: Inedible. It was so dry and rubbery, I genuinely feared for my dental work. Absolutely no seasoning or freshness – clearly days old.
Plates were cleared promptly but – shockingly – we were asked to keep the same used cutlery for the next course. For a place that claims to be “fine dining,” this is completely unacceptable and unsanitary.
Adding further insult to the “fine dining” claim, water was served in glasses carried out by hand – no tray, no hygiene protocols, just bare hands touching every rim. This is not just unprofessional; it’s deeply unhygienic.
Mains:
• Tamarind Eggplant: A gelatinous mess drowning in a sugary-sour tamarind paste. It tasted artificial, stale, and so overpowering we couldn’t take more than a bite. This is NOT how Indian eggplant curry is made.
• Mustard Gobi: A total misrepresentation. No mustard flavor whatsoever, just limp cauliflower tossed with jalapeños and random lemon pieces. Not only inauthentic, but utterly unpleasant.
• Coconut Cilantro Goan Kofta: Frankly, disgusting. The dish looked grotesque and the taste was even worse. The kofta was frozen in the middle – clearly microwaved and not even fully heated. How a restaurant dares to serve defrosting food is beyond comprehension.
We were served a so-called Lucknowi pulao that was nothing more than plain boiled rice and basic naan that had zero finesse or texture. We didn’t touch the rice. Couldn’t even try to finish the curries. The food was so offensive to the senses that we had to stop eating altogether.
Dessert:
• Kheer: Cold, runny, bland.
• Gulab Jamun: Slightly better taste-wise, but also served stone cold, which ruins what is meant to be a warm, syrupy indulgence.
To top off this abysmal experience, tea was served in a glass, again carried out by hand, without a tray or saucer – yet another reminder that this place’s idea of “fine dining” is nothing but a hollow label.
Final Thoughts:
The meal was a complete disgrace. I left feeling nauseated, disrespected, and honestly, insulted. What makes matters worse is the owner’s repeated defensiveness in responding to critical reviews instead of showing any intent to reflect or improve. This restaurant is not number one by any stretch – not in San Francisco, not in Indian cuisine, not even on the street it’s located on. Claiming otherwise is both misleading and delusional.
New Delhi Restaurant desperately needs to overhaul its menu, food preparation, hygiene practices, and – above all – its attitude toward feedback. Until then, I urge you: Do not waste your time, money, or palate here. Dining here was one of the worst decisions we made on our trip, and I sincerely hope others don’t repeat our mistake.
… moreI don’t usually leave reviews, but I feel compelled to share our experience so that no one else makes the same mistake we did. Despite the overwhelming number of negative reviews, my husband and I decided to give New Delhi Restaurant in San Francisco a chance on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at around 7:45 PM. We were swayed by the owner’s defensive yet oddly confident replies to previous complaints and thought perhaps those were one-off experiences. We could not have been more wrong.
We were promptly seated and initially received courteous service from the floor manager and waitstaff, which, in hindsight, was the only remotely decent aspect of the night. We ordered the vegetarian chef’s tasting menu expecting a refined, thoughtfully curated experience. What we got instead was a disaster course after course.
Entrées:
• Chilli Cheese Pakora: Completely dried out and flavorless. Could not even identify the filling.
• Aloo Chaat Croustable: A cold, unpalatable mash of spiced potato in a tough pastry shell. It was served cold and stale.
• Harra Kebab: Inedible. It was so dry and rubbery, I genuinely feared for my dental work. Absolutely no seasoning or freshness – clearly days old.
Plates were cleared promptly but – shockingly – we were asked to keep the same used cutlery for the next course. For a place that claims to be “fine dining,” this is completely unacceptable and unsanitary.
Adding further insult to the “fine dining” claim, water was served in glasses carried out by hand – no tray, no hygiene protocols, just bare hands touching every rim. This is not just unprofessional; it’s deeply unhygienic.
Mains:
• Tamarind Eggplant: A gelatinous mess drowning in a sugary-sour tamarind paste. It tasted artificial, stale, and so overpowering we couldn’t take more than a bite. This is NOT how Indian eggplant curry is made.
• Mustard Gobi: A total misrepresentation. No mustard flavor whatsoever, just limp cauliflower tossed with jalapeños and random lemon pieces. Not only inauthentic, but utterly unpleasant.
• Coconut Cilantro Goan Kofta: Frankly, disgusting. The dish looked grotesque and the taste was even worse. The kofta was frozen in the middle – clearly microwaved and not even fully heated. How a restaurant dares to serve defrosting food is beyond comprehension.
We were served a so-called Lucknowi pulao that was nothing more than plain boiled rice and basic naan that had zero finesse or texture. We didn’t touch the rice. Couldn’t even try to finish the curries. The food was so offensive to the senses that we had to stop eating altogether.
Dessert:
• Kheer: Cold, runny, bland.
• Gulab Jamun: Slightly better taste-wise, but also served stone cold, which ruins what is meant to be a warm, syrupy indulgence.
To top off this abysmal experience, tea was served in a glass, again carried out by hand, without a tray or saucer – yet another reminder that this place’s idea of “fine dining” is nothing but a hollow label.
Final Thoughts:
The meal was a complete disgrace. I left feeling nauseated, disrespected, and honestly, insulted. What makes matters worse is the owner’s repeated defensiveness in responding to critical reviews instead of showing any intent to reflect or improve. This restaurant is not number one by any stretch – not in San Francisco, not in Indian cuisine, not even on the street it’s located on. Claiming otherwise is both misleading and delusional.
New Delhi Restaurant desperately needs to overhaul its menu, food preparation, hygiene practices, and – above all – its attitude toward feedback. Until then, I urge you: Do not waste your time, money, or palate here. Dining here was one of the worst decisions we made on our trip, and I sincerely hope others don’t repeat our mistake.
Bibin Chacko
This restaurant is an absolute gem, offering a dining experience that is nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The décor is stylish and elegant, creating the perfect ambiance for any occasion. The menu is diverse and thoughtfully crafted, featuring a range of dishes that showcase fresh, high-quality ingredients. Every bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, expertly balanced and beautifully presented. The service is impeccable, with attentive and friendly staff who go above and beyond to ensure a memorable meal. Whether you’re here for a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a special celebration, this restaurant delivers excellence on every level. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy an exceptional culinary experience.
Just a Suggestion: Make a clean atmosphere in the Washroom. For families it’s hard. I completely understand it’s an Indian theme but, ..
Overall we Enjoyed
All the way from Canada
… moreJust a Suggestion: Make a clean atmosphere in the Washroom. For families it’s hard. I completely understand it’s an Indian theme but, ..
Overall we Enjoyed
All the way from Canada