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7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru [2024]

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Indian Restaurant Johor Bahru

Indian Restaurant Johor Bahru

Looking for a delicious Indian meal in Johor Bahru? Check out our list of the 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru! These restaurants will tantalize your taste buds with their spicy curries and delicious naan breads. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your next culinary adventure today!

1. Chakra Restaurant

Chakra Restaurant - 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru
Chakra Restaurant – 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru (Credit: Chakra Restaurant)
Key ServicesIndian Restaurant, Caterer
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/ChakraRestaurantJB/
AddressNo.1, Jalan Yusof Taha, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Email chakra.rest.jb@gmail.com
Operating hoursOpen Daily 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM / 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Chakra Restaurant is a 120-year-old colonial building that serves Indian cuisine, with bright wall colors and traditional paintings that will set you up for a lovely evening.

The cuisine at Chakra is a perfect illustration of passion and food. Each dish is expertly and carefully prepared, resulting in portions that are genuine and exciting.

Your taste buds will be bombarded with an array of delectable tastes from the rich tandoor meat and fluffy Naan, Chettinad Fish Head Curry, Butter Chicken, and Briyani Rice.

Key Differentiators:

  • Warm and beautiful venue
  • Available for gatherings or celebrations
  • Offer set promotion

2. Bharat Curry House

Bharat Curry House - 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru
Bharat Curry House – 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru (Credit: Bharat Curry House)
Key Services Indian Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/BharatMountAustin/
Address81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 16-716 0500
Email tharaniramis@yahoo.com
Operating hoursAlways open

Bharat Curry House, with its catchy name and excellent reputation among the locals, is a must-stop for any Indian cuisine cravings. According to the name, newcomers as well as regulars alike are raving about the exquisite mix of curries that are perfectly balanced in terms of spices and heat.

The time has come for biryani lovers, as they have it every day with luscious sides that you may always anticipate. Despite the never-ending line, the employees handle the situation well.

Key Differentiators:

  • Authentic South and North Indian Cuisine
  • Serve Banana Leaf Rice Set
  • Thali Set Available

3. The Kittengi

The Kittengi - 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru
The Kittengi – 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru (Credit: The Kittengi)
Key ServicesIndian Restaurant, South Indian Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063792302238
Address24, Jalan Serampang, Taman Pelangi, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-333 6789
Email thekittengimy@gmail.com
Operating hoursTuesday to Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Closed every Monday

The Ketinggi serves cuisines from the regions of North and South India that are not available to those who have not yet experienced the finest of Indian cuisine. The next restaurant you should go to for the real flavor of North and Southern Indian food is the Ketinggi!

Key Differentiators:

  • Serve Nasi Briyani special for big groups
  • Serve any memorable event
  • Comfortable interior

4. 7 Spice Indian Cuisine

7 Spice Indian Cuisine - 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru
7 Spice Indian Cuisine – 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru (Credit: 7 Spice Indian Cuisine)
Key ServicesIndian Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, South Indian Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/7spicedangabay/
AddressG-01, Block 5, Danga Bay, Jalan Skudai 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-235 6969
Email 7s.enquiry@gmail.com
Operating hoursOpen Daily 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

The 7 Spice Indian Cuisine in Johor Bahru is a fantastic place to go. This three-storey restaurant is adorned with ancient decorations and serves a variety of North and South Indian dishes that are simply delicious.

Start your day off with their breakfast platter, which includes a mix of authentic South Indian foods – thosai, vadai, parotha, and naan – all prepared to order.

They have a wide range of meats and side dishes on the menu, including their award-winning grilled dishes with just a few slabs of naan, particularly their tomato cheese naan. Complete your pleasure with something cool and refreshing from the fridge: fresh mangoes and coconut!

Key Differentiators:

  • Serves banana leaf miracle
  • Serve 7 spice fish head curry with signature garlic cheese lobster
  • Magical explosion of the flavors

5. Spice Grill

Spice Grill - 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru
Spice Grill – 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru (Credit: Spice Grill)
Key ServicesIndian Restaurant, Indian Cuisine, Western Cuisine
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/spicegrillph/
AddressLot 1B & 4B, Ground Floor of Little Red Cube, Persiaran Puteri Selatan, Puteri Harbour, Nusajaya 81300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-509 6644
Email spicegrillph@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

With the smells of genuine Indian spices for dinner, Spice Grill is a one-of-a-kind culinary and modern fusion experience. The finest in a contemporary aesthetic dining service is available at Spice Grill.

Ah, a wonderful setting and delicious cuisine; it’s all set up for a lovely evening just for you. Spice Grill adds a luxurious touch to all of their meals, offering both a meal and an experience.

Gather around the table with family and friends to enjoy mouthwatering meals from the tandoor and grill. Your taste buds will be delighted by a succession of tastes ranging from piquant to sweet. Furthermore, quench your thirst at their bar while taking in a stunning view of the bay.

Key Differentiators:

  • Offers a unique culinary and contemporary fusion experience
  • Serves fusion and authentic Indian cuisine
  • A modern aesthetic dining service

6. Yash South Indian Cuisine

Yash South Indian Cuisine - 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru
Yash South Indian Cuisine – 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru (Credit: Yash South Indian Cuisine)
Key ServicesSouth Indian Cuisine, Malaysian Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/yashsouthindiancuisine
Address4D, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Susur 3, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-221 3290
Email yashsouthindiancuisine@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Yash South Indian Restaurant has everything from breakfast to main course dinners covered. Their popular Idli Or Poori combination is a great way to start your day, while the Chicken Meal or Vegetarian Chicken Meal are ideal during lunchtime.

Chicken biryani, lamb curry, and other a la carte dishes are just a few of the options available on their extensive menu.

Key Differentiators:

  • Wide selection of options to select from
  • South Indian banana leaf restaurant
  • Twist of Malaysian flavors

7. The Spice Kitchen

The Spice Kitchen - 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru
The Spice Kitchen – 7 Best Indian Restaurants in Johor Bahru (Credit: The Spice Kitchen)
Key ServicesSouth Indian Cuisine, Malaysian Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/TheSpicekitchen.my/
AddressWisma S P Setia, No 0120 Jalan Indah 15 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-788 4047
Email restaurant@thespicekitchen.com.my
Operating hoursDaily 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM

The Spice Kitchen is a Hakka dish with Indian spices that has been married together. Given the current trend for hipsters, the industrial-style interior, which features bright furniture and brick-shaped walls, is ideal for dinner parties as well as date nights.

Similarly, the presentations and tastes of the meals are excellent. Chicken Lollypop, Chicken Tikka, and a variety of biryani and flatbreads were among the dishes that received a significant boost from our tongues.

Spices and delicately prepared meats make this dish a must-try. With a variety of lassies and milkshakes, you’ll be able to tame it down.

Key Differentiators:

  • Serve all-you-can-eat Tandoori Kebab with Roti Nann
  • Using traditional Tandoor and boiled North Indian cuisine
  • Edgy and trendy ambiance

Indian Restaurant Johor Bahru

Indian Restaurant Johor Bahru offers a unique culinary and contemporary fusion experience, serving fusion and authentic Indian cuisine. Whether you’re looking for an enjoyable evening out with family or friends, or you want to try some of the best Indian food in town, Indian Restaurant Johor Bahru is definitely worth checking out.

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