For indian food in Kuala Lumpur, go to KM CURRY HOUSE. Punjabi Rasoi and Barbeque Nation are the others worth your time.

Best Indian Food in Kuala Lumpur (2026): What Locals Are Actually Posting

Ranked on what people who ate there actually said. Researched 2026-09-14, published 12 August 2026, last updated 14 September 2026.

Every place we rank for indian food in Kuala Lumpur, with the evidence behind it.
#PlaceVie ScoreWhat to orderVoicesLatestConfidence
1KM CURRY HOUSE (banana leaf restaurant)86/100Banana Leaf Set72026-08-24Moderate
2Punjabi Rasoi - Brickfields83/100Aloo gobi132026-09-11Strong
3Barbeque Nation - Pavilion KL78/100Barbeque skewers including chicken, mushroom and more, Tandoori, crispikon, panipuri, and dahipuri52026-09-08Moderate
4Khan’s Indian Cuisinenot scorednot established12025-10-28Insufficient
5Sri Nirwana Maju Restaurantnot scoredBanana Leaf Rice12026-07-20Insufficient
6Chapathi Recipesnot scoredbutter chicken, sizzling prawn beriyani12026-06-04Insufficient
7Indian Empirenot scoredbutter chicken12026-06-13Insufficient
81947 Namaste Indianot scoredPani Puri, Dum Chicken Biryani12026-08-28Insufficient

KM CURRY HOUSE (banana leaf restaurant) Vie Score 86

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The one to send someone to

86/100

Why it is our number one: This is the budget champion for banana leaf rice in Kepong. Skip the fancy venues and come here for a straightforward, high-value traditional meal that hits the spot for under RM10.

Banana Leaf Set Rm8.90 ‼️

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Seen in 7 recent posts from people who ate there, most recently 2026-08-24: tiktok, youtube, youtube, tiktok, tiktok Moderate evidence, 7 independent voices

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Punjabi Rasoi - Brickfields Vie Score 83

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Worth going out of your way for

83/100

Why it made the list: Ideal for those seeking a sensory trip to India without leaving KL. The decor and aromatic authenticity set the stage for a meal that feels genuinely like the real deal.

Where people do not agree: The way to get here was described as awkward.

I feel like we have literally just stepped foot into India. This is insane. The decor in this place is stunning. It smells amazing.

@journiemyat Punjabi Rasoi - BrickfieldsWatch on TikTok
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Seen in 13 recent posts from people who ate there, most recently 2026-09-11: tiktok, tiktok, tiktok, tiktok, tiktok Strong evidence, 13 independent voices

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Barbeque Nation - Pavilion KL Vie Score 78

Barbeque Nation - Pavilion KL
Image: Barbeque Nation - Pavilion KL via barbequenation.com

Worth going out of your way for

78/100

Why it made the list: This is the spot for high-volume buffet lovers who want a mix of street food and grilled meats. Go for the weekday special to maximize value across the 100-item spread.

Buffet Indian Food sedap wehhh!!! Harga murah sgt sini.

@iffadalila_at Barbeque Nation - Pavilion KLWatch on TikTok
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Seen in 5 recent posts from people who ate there, most recently 2026-09-08: tiktok, tiktok, tiktok, tiktok, tiktok Moderate evidence, 5 independent voices

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Khan’s Indian Cuisine Not scored yet

Khan’s Indian Cuisine
Video stills: @malaysiafoodandtravel on TikTok

We are not giving this one a Vie Score: only 1 person has posted about it for this dish, and we do not score anything under 3. It is on the list because what we did find is worth knowing.

Why it made the list: Visit for a professional Indian dining experience in the Bangsar South corporate hub. It is the go-to for a cleaner, more upscale setting that avoids the street-side chaos.

Khan's Indian Cuisine IG: @khansindiancuisine

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@malaysiafoodandtravelat Khan’s Indian CuisineWatch on TikTok

Seen in 1 recent post from people who ate there, most recently 2025-10-28: tiktok Insufficient evidence, 1 independent voice

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Sri Nirwana Maju Restaurant Not scored yet

We are not giving this one a Vie Score: only 1 person has posted about it for this dish, and we do not score anything under 3. It is on the list because what we did find is worth knowing.

Why it made the list: This is the gold standard for banana leaf rice seekers who don't mind a wait. It is widely considered a top-tier choice for its consistent quality and established local reputation.

Favourite Banana Leaf Rice in KL (so far) 😍😋

@Rachell Tanat Sri Nirwana Maju RestaurantWatch on YouTube

Seen in 1 recent post from people who ate there, most recently 2026-07-20: youtube Insufficient evidence, 1 independent voice

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Chapathi Recipes Not scored yet

Chapathi Recipes
Video stills: @putraamyrul98 on TikTok

We are not giving this one a Vie Score: only 1 person has posted about it for this dish, and we do not score anything under 3. It is on the list because what we did find is worth knowing.

Why it made the list: Go here for the sizzling prawn biryani and Ras Malai. It is an authentic spot that balances variety with strong execution on North Indian staples.

Inilah dia port makanan India yang autentik & sedap especially dia punya butter chicken, sizzling prawn beriyani dan ras malai !

@putraamyrul98at Chapathi RecipesWatch on TikTok

Seen in 1 recent post from people who ate there, most recently 2026-06-04: tiktok Insufficient evidence, 1 independent voice

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Indian Empire Not scored yet

Indian Empire
Video stills: @beccastravel on TikTok

We are not giving this one a Vie Score: only 1 person has posted about it for this dish, and we do not score anything under 3. It is on the list because what we did find is worth knowing.

Why it made the list: This is a solid urban pick for travelers who want reliable butter chicken. It offers a straightforward, crowd-pleasing menu that delivers on classic expectations in the heart of the city.

Definitely reccomend if you’re in the city!

@beccastravelat Indian EmpireWatch on TikTok

Seen in 1 recent post from people who ate there, most recently 2026-06-13: tiktok Insufficient evidence, 1 independent voice

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1947 Namaste India Not scored yet

1947 Namaste India
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We are not giving this one a Vie Score: only 1 person has posted about it for this dish, and we do not score anything under 3. It is on the list because what we did find is worth knowing.

Why it made the list: Choose this for a high-end date night or a special occasion where presentation matters. The fusion of fine dining atmosphere with traditional biryani makes it a standout for refined tastes.

Fine dining meets authentic North Indian flavors at 1947 Namaste India in Old Malaya!

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Show the evidence: 2 things we say about this place, each traced to the post it came from

Popular in Kuala Lumpur, but not for indian food

People post about these places plenty. What they post about is not indian food, so they are not ranked above, and we would rather say that than pad the list.

How we rank

1Every place, then only the right onesEverywhere serving indian food in Kuala Lumpur proper. Anything in a neighbouring area filed under the same name is dropped.
2We read what people posted30 posts on TikTok and YouTube, including what is said out loud in the videos and what the comments say underneath.
3Ranked on that, not on starsOur judgement decides what each place is for. The Vie Score is built only from what people who ate there said.

Researched and written by the Vie food desk. Assembled by our own research pipeline from public posts, every one of them named and linked above, and published under Vie's editorial judgement. No placement in this guide was paid for.

Changelog

What the Vie Score is out of 100

Different people talking 35How recently 25How specific, not just keen 25How far it travelled 15

Google stars are not part of it, on purpose: everyone already has those. Too thin to judge means no score at all, which is why 3 of 8 places here carry one. Nothing in this guide is paid for.

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