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About This Place

India Gate Restaurant sits on Hàng Thùng, a short walk from Hoan Kiem Lake, in one of Hanoi's most-visited districts. With 872 Google reviews and a 4.5 rating, it has built a consistent following among both expatriates and Vietnamese diners looking for Indian food in the capital. The Old Quarter location makes it a practical stop for visitors who spend their days around the lake and want something beyond the usual pho and bun cha that dominates the neighborhood. Indian restaurants are sparse in Hanoi compared to Ho Chi Minh City, which gives India Gate a clear position in the market — it draws diners who are specifically seeking out subcontinental flavors rather than stumbling in from the street. The review count alone signals a long-running operation rather than a recent opening, suggesting the kitchen has had time to settle into its repertoire. For a district saturated with tourist-facing Vietnamese eateries and a handful of international spots competing for the same foot traffic, a rating above 4.4 across that many reviews is a meaningful signal of reliability. The Hàng Thùng address puts it within the denser commercial core of Hoan Kiem, accessible on foot from most of the district's hotels and guesthouses.

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Menu Highlights

What to order at India Gate Restaurant

  • Mutton biryanis at India Gate Restaurant

    Mutton biryanis

    371k VND

  • Prawn biryani at India Gate Restaurant

    Prawn biryani

    282k VND

  • Chicken biryanis at India Gate Restaurant

    Chicken biryanis

    243k VND

  • Fish Biryanis at India Gate Restaurant

    Fish Biryanis

    243k VND

  • Navaratan Korma at India Gate Restaurant

    Navaratan Korma

    237k VND

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Visit Tips

Visiting India Gate Restaurant

  • Open late: Doors stay open past 0 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.

  • Menu starts from: 26k VND, based on 100 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 903 223 809 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: group dinner, date night, family meal.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What cuisine does India Gate Restaurant serve?
India Gate Restaurant serves classic subcontinental Indian dishes, filling a notable gap in Hanoi where Indian restaurants are sparse compared to Ho Chi Minh City.
Where is India Gate Restaurant located?
India Gate Restaurant is on Hàng Thùng in Hoan Kiem, a short walk from Hoan Kiem Lake and within easy reach of most Old Quarter hotels and guesthouses.
Is India Gate Restaurant reliable?
With 872 Google reviews and a 4.5 rating, India Gate Restaurant ranks above 4.4 across a high review count — a meaningful signal of consistency for the district.
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