Golden India

I love the Indian food here. The curry dansak is really good but it may be too spicy for some. The menu has sections based on spiciness of the dish. the heating platform is a nice added touch.

I went here for dinner a couple of nights back and had a very enjoyable evening. As half ethnic Indian raised by my Indian mother, it depresses me to see a general lack of upscale Indian establishments in the Ottawa area, unlike say Toronto or Montreal, but I am happy to see this as an exception. The entrance is nothing to talk about since it is tucked away in a strip mall, does not set a good tone. However once inside, greeted with friendly staff followed by reading through a highlight of some of the menu items on a display, and a substantial bar to the right, I had a warm feeling it was not going to be that bad. At the bar, I noticed a nice collection of whiskers, Scotch, as well as some upscale Indian ones. The key of course to any restaurant is the food and I will save my superlatives for here. An item that is consistently disappointing in Indian restaurants is the Tandoori Chicken, one that should be simple in theory but seems to be hard to deliver in practice. This restaurant succeeds - I did mention to the server that I wanted it extra spicy and well done, and the kitchen delivered. The curries were well executed as well, but the highlight in the main course was the extra spicy Lamb Biryani. Rather than spoil the surprise, I will let the presentation speak for itself. When you order one, you will know that is one huge plate that is also nicely accommodated with some sort of a vegetable sauce. All in all, it was a fantastic visit and will be back for sure.

Doesn't look like much from the outside, but great once you enter. The food is delicious. I can't handle spice, so I appreciate that they offer a few dishes that are mild yet packed with flavour. My husband has ordered spicier menu items and they have all been great too. We moved across town, but still find the drive worth it, as the Indian restaurants in our area don't measure up.

This place has the best Indian food in Ottawa! The food portions are very large that our entire group had leftovers even while ordering only one plate per person. The service was very prompt and each server appeared to have a personal interest in your dining experience being the best. Will definitely return soon!

Really great family-run business. I have only been for the lunch buffet, but will be back soon for dinner! The Tandoori chicken and fish curry have such amazing flavour and a chili cilantro sauce that is to die for. Get a chai tea for a great way to end your meal! The buffet has a great variety of options and a couple desserts to choose from. You can really try everything until you know what you like. Pricing is quite fair for all that you could potentially eat! Cozy and personal atmosphere. The owners are lovely and you can see they care about their restaurant. Try out this gem, you won't be disappointed!

We've been to this restaurant several times, first time was with my wife for lunch buffet. and was very impressed with the varieties and freshness of food. We were quite impressed with the service too, naan bread was replenished as soon as it got low with hot ones, table water was refilled without asking ,overall excellent food and service! Subsequent visit we were 8 of us and was well accommodated with the same good food, good wine and good service No doubt, we will make this is a go to for one of our favorite Indian food. It is a bit far from where we live, nevertheless it is worth the drive .

One of my favourite Indian places in Ottawa along with Host India. The owner is super nice, and the food is incredible. Everything is fresh and tastes fresh. Their sag paneer is the best I've ever had, and the lamb madras is another must try. Be aware, they grind their own spices fresh, which means that a spicy dish can be extra spicy if they get a particularly potent batch of dry ingredients one day.

Authentic Indian cuisine which doesn’t hold back with their ingredients. Prices are actually competitive against other neighbouring Indian restaurants. My only complaint is they sometimes skip their lunch buffets so make sure to call and ask before heading over. Parking is limited as well so plan accordingly. Sitting/dining area is smaller but has a cozy/warm atmosphere. Staff is always friendly and willing to offer suggestions if you aren’t sure about the menu selection. Overall, would always recommend this place if you’re in the mood for some real Indian food.

We ordered skip. So can't attest to service. But food was not as good as it hoped for. I've been to Brampton and Calgary and had some really good Indian food and unfortunately the food is just sub par. We order a simple veggie korma, some veggie rice, and some garlic naan. The korma was overly sweet. Just not what I'm used to.

We've ordered at least 30 times from this restaurant over the last 2 years. It's our go-to takeout. Here's why: The food is delicious. I'm from Vancouver and the dearth of good Indian food in Ottawa is one of the things that makes me miss Vancouver. But Golden India has assuaged that. The food is clearly made with love and expertise. It's a family run place, and the care shows up in the flavours. The tandoori meals are both tender and tasty. They have a good vegetarian selection, too. Their curries are rich in spices and heat, but not blast-your-mouth burning. The freshly made naan is always a treat.