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Best Indian Food in Northeast Charlotte

South Indian Flavor. Right Here in Charlotte.
Authentic South Indian Food in Charlotte, NC

Authentic South Indian Food in Charlotte, NC

Hyderabadi biryani, crisp dosas, mandi, and Andhra specialties in University City, near UNC Charlotte. Join us at 2130 E Arbors Dr for dine-in, order pickup, or enter your address when ordering to check delivery availability. Formerly Godavari. The South Indian flavors you know, now at Taste of India.
Tandoor-Fired Naan and Kulcha

Tandoor-Fired Naan and Kulcha

Guests call it some of the best naan they've eaten in the US. The paneer kulcha is just as good, alongside pure South Indian flavors from our kitchen.

What We're Known For

Hyderabadi & Andhra Dum Biryani

Our Taste of India Special Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani is slow-cooked in the traditional dum style with fragrant basmati and bold Andhra spice. The dish Charlotte keeps coming back for.

Juicy Mandi

Tender chicken and mutton mandi, slow-cooked Middle Eastern style over fragrant rice. A specialty you won't find at most Indian spots in Charlotte.

House-Special Pulav

From Raja Rani Chicken Pulav to Ghee Roast and Afghani styles, our aromatic pulavs are a rice lover's favorite.

Indo-Chinese Favorites

Chicken 65, Gobi Manchurian, Chilli Paneer and more. Crispy, bold, and made to order.

South Indian Tiffins

Crispy dosas, soft idly, ghee podi idly and medu wada, served fresh with sambar and chutney.

Andhra Spice, Done Right

Guntur, Gongura, Rayalaseema and Taste of India house specials for those who love real, fiery South Indian heat.

A Room Built for Gatherings in Charlotte

A Room Built for Gatherings in Charlotte

Families of twelve, birthday feasts, Sunday lunches that stretch for hours. Right by UNCC and the University area, we draw guests from across the Charlotte area, from Concord, Kannapolis and Harrisburg to Huntersville, Mint Hill and Matthews. We're open late and set up for groups, so come hungry.

Charlotte's Favorite Indian Food, From Food Truck to Restaurant

It started with a small food truck and a big dream. We served the Hyderabad and Vijayawada street style food we grew up on, one plate at a time, and something remarkable happened: you showed up. Order after order, you turned that little truck into one of Carolina's biggest. Now we're taking the next step. Taste of India is our very own restaurant in the University City neighborhood of northeast Charlotte, NC, at 2130 E Arbors Dr, built on the same pure South Indian flavors, the same passion, and the same love that started on four wheels. We're proudly locally owned and independent, not a franchise. Every biryani, every juicy mandi, every crisp dosa is cooked the way our family has always made it. And the best part? The food truck is staying. The restaurant is open. The same taste you fell in love with is waiting for you at both, and we're open late for when the craving hits, until 11pm on Friday and Saturday. This isn't just a new restaurant. It's the celebration of a dream you helped make real. Every visit, every kind word, every recommendation brought us here. From our family to yours, thank you. The journey continues, and we can't wait to share it with you.

Finally real Hyderabad street style food in Charlotte! The chicken mandi was incredible, rice so fragrant and the meat fell right off the bone. Spice level perfect, not toned down.

Ravi T.

The dum biryani and garlic naan were amazing. Portions are generous and staff was so friendly. Best biryani near UNCC hands down, will be back!

Sneha P.

Really flavorful, the manchow chicken and gobi manchurian had a nice kick. We waited a bit long on a busy night but the food more than made up for it.

Michael C.

Best dosa i have had outside india honestly. So many varieties too. So fresh and the chutneys were on point. Love that they are open late.

Anjali R.

Their butter chicken is the real deal, creamy and rich without being too heavy. You can tell they dont cut corners. Great spot in the University area.

David M.

Lovely spot for a family dinner, came all the way from Concord. Food was tasty and spicy just how we like it. A little pricey but worth it for the quality.

Priya K.

Welcoming Guests from Across the Charlotte Metro

Find Taste of India at 2130 E Arbors Dr in Charlotte's University City area. We welcome guests from Charlotte, Harrisburg, Concord, Huntersville, Matthews, Fort Mill, and Indian Land. Visit us for South Indian, Andhra, and Hyderabadi specialties, from biryani and mandi to dosa and Indo-Chinese favorites. Our restaurant is in Charlotte, not a separate location in each town. Order pickup from our Charlotte kitchen, or enter your address when ordering to check delivery availability, fees, and the current estimate.

Visit Us in University City

2130 E Arbors Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262 Closed Mondays. Tuesday–Thursday: 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. Friday: 11 AM–3 PM and 5–11 PM. Saturday–Sunday: 9:30 AM–3 PM and 5–11 PM. These are dining-room hours. Online ordering closes slightly earlier; check available pickup and delivery times when you order.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?
What meals do you serve?

We serve Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer Takeout and Delivery

Where are you located?

We are located in Charlotte, NC at 2130 E Arbors Dr

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Newell, Croft, Joplor, University City North, Cox Mill, Junker, Concord, University City South, Pine Ridge, Harrisburg, Prosperity Church Road, Mallard Creek / Withrow Downs, Huntersville, Rockwell Park / Hemphill Heights, College Downs, Grove Park, Roberta Mill, West Sugar Creek / W T Harris Blvd, Harris-Houston, and Davis Lake / Eastfield.

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