India Palace

India Palace in Tulsa is hands down one of the best Indian restaurants I’ve ever been to. The moment you walk in, the place feels warm and welcoming, and the staff treats you like family. The buffet is always fresh, well-stocked, and full of real flavor—not watered down like a lot of places. Every dish tasted authentic and perfectly seasoned, and you can tell they actually put care into the food. My plate had everything from tender chicken dishes to amazing vegetarian options, and everything hit. The sauces were rich, the spices were balanced, and nothing tasted overly oily or heavy. Even the appetizers and chutneys were on point. If you’re in Tulsa and want legit, high-quality Indian food, this is the spot. I’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend!

Treated like a very respected customer from the moment I entered. Seated very quickly and within a minute was starting my evening with a Taj Mahal Indian beer, smooth and clean BTW. Meal began with an order of Naan,( it's a soft, thin, round, flat bread) which came with a curry sauce (not spicy) I ordered the Rogan Josh, a very tender, juicy lamb with a spicy sauce, which I requested the addition of saffron to and was happily given. The meal includes a healthy serving of perfectly cooked rice. The wife had chicken curry and a sweet red called Genevieve. Looking for something different that American, Mexican or Oriental? Support this clean, super comfortable restaurant and enjoy the atmosphere of this wonderful find. There's plenty of parking too .

Everything was delicious. The flavor and blend of spices was familiar. India Palace definitely sets themselves apart from others with freshly made sombar at the table upon arrival. The dishes we had were both vegetarian. Mango lassi was good and could have been chilled more. Only improvement would be the garlic naan, by using fresh garlic and roasted a bit. Bathroom was clean. The ambiance is smooth and melllw as many of the lights are turned down. Staff is very attentive and everyone knows their roles well. Must have dessert, we had two. Nostalgic for sure as I remember the icecream flavor from a street vendor in Maharastra. Menu here is expansive and also serve beer and wine. Have been here before and would venture back.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. I ordered carry out and service was fast. The food quality could be improved as some of the food (paneer) tasted little bitter. Biryani was good. The interior needs some refurbishment (mainly ceilings). There is free parking available at the restaurant. The staff gets five stars for their outstanding hospitality and kindness.

The Best Indian Food I have ever had! YES IN Tulsa, Oklahoma! I have been living out of the country for 4 years. I recently moved back, and came to my FAVORITE INDIAN RESTAURANT, INDIA PALACE , for the Lunch Buffet! The food was even better than I remembered!! It is an all you can eat buffet, from 11:00am to 2 pm, for $17.95. I took these pictures today 2/10/25 at 1:30pm, just before the buffet was going to End! All of the food was as fresh as it was at 11:00am! No dried out leftovers here! The SERVICE on a Monday’s lunch Buffet, was as GOOD as any Dinner Service, at a 5 STAR RESTAURANT! The buffet is a great value, for all of the authentic, tasty dishes you get to try! (That’s why I come at lunch!). 4 years later, and they SUPERSEDED my memories!! Don’t miss this Well Hidden Gem at 71st and Lewis in Tulsa!! Thank you to All of your Professional Staff!!!! Especially the cooks!!😁

Me and my girlfriend visited this place after reading all the good Google reviews, but unfortunately our experience was really disappointing. The food didn’t taste fresh at all, and they only had one protein option—which they’re also using in their chicken fried rice. The quality and quantity definitely don’t match the price. Overall, not worth it for us.

Nice dining room. Great food! Friendly staff. I usually just pick up a carry out order but I love dining in the restaurant. You wouldn’t expect it to be as nice as it is by the looks of the outside. It’s just tucked away in an unassuming shopping strip, but inside it’s nice! And the smell of the food is divine. Even if you think you don’t like Indian food, give this place a chance at changing your mind.

I've eaten here twice recently. The first time I got the lunch buffet & overall, it was excellent although it is a little pricy. The chicken Tikki Masala was wonderful. The chicken wings, although a little dry, are very good while the Naan bread is just okay. The 2nd time I had the lamb curry which was wonderful. I wasn't expecting excellent Indian food in Tulsa so this was an awesome surprise. Now I will not have to wait until I'm on the US east coast to get good India food.

Good food! Here on business and found this place on yelp! Awesome and quick ! I don't come to Tulsa much, but will be back.

Buffet was meh. Service was great! The ambiance was neither here nor there. The kids enjoyed it.

Yesterday (9/29/24) i was craving india palace, i begged and begged my friend to please go with me. i promised it was so good, i've never had a bad meal at india palace. yesterday was the first time i dined in and unfortunately it will be my last. the service was quick, the waiters were nice, the ambience is very classy, the food was absolutely amazing. we paid our $50+ bill and left happy! it wasn't until my friend who i begged to go, (who ended up loving it so much he paid for it), reached out to tell me his card was left at the restaurant and someone used it at a QuikTrip. I just called them and asked for the manager, no one was available so i passed on that we will be getting the footage from the QT to see who stole his card. I was told that i'd get a call back in 30mins from a manager, that's not happened. extremely disappointing, hope it was worth it!

Unbelievable for the same thing that happened to me at Tandoori Guys just last Friday to happen at India Palace today. Somehow the stars must have aligned or this is a warning sign for me not to visit anymore Indian buffet, I truly have no clue. THEY CLEANED UP MY TABLE WHILE I WAS AT THE BUFFET GETTING MY SECOND PLATE. When I came back, I didn't have a table. They were able to give me back my table without a word of exchange. It was utter silence, no apology, nothing. It's a shame because I do like this place very much. It has delicious food and the chicken taste amazing, as good as Tandoori Guys. India Palace has chicken curry instead of chicken masala. If I remember correctly they used to have it on their buffet or maybe it's a rotational thing. They did not charge me for the Pepsi which was good. THEY SHOULD NOT because I literally took a few sips before they took it away, not even a quarter through. I really don't understand how this is possible in the first place, let alone how this happened back to back twice at two different India buffets on two consecutive weeks. I took two stars off for the mishap and no apology afterward. The two buffets are pretty good, but if I have to pick one then it would probably be Tandoori Guys. I prefer chicken masala over chicken curry.

Food is absolute perfection!!! Service is great. Only negative is check your to go order before you leave. They got ours wrong twice before. Big order who wants to check it all. Or deal with fixing it. Literally can barely stand to wait the ride in the car before eating it. We A Tulsa tradition and favorite! The BEST Indian food in the state!

My previous reviews still hold up. They have great vegan options and a vegan section on the menu. I've had all of them, several times, and they are always delicious. Everyone, from the owner to the busser are kind, polite, and attentive. Your drink will never get even halfway emptied before it is refilled. After coming here regularly for ~30 years, I've never had a bad experience. My vegetarian and omni friends also love this spot. I cannot recommend this joint highly enough.

After hearing so many great reviews and discovering that India Palace is the oldest Indian restaurant in Tulsa, I knew I had to give it a try--and it didn't disappoint! The dark, cozy atmosphere adds a unique charm, and the abundance of servers ensures you're well taken care of from the moment you walk in. We started with some seedy crackers and a variety of salsas, ranging from super sweet to very spicy, which was a fun and flavorful way to begin the meal. We ordered the chicken tikka masala, lamb vindaloo, garlic naan, and puri (per our server's recommendation). Every dish was fantastic--the flavors were rich, and the portions were just right. The only downside to the experience was that different servers kept coming by to ask if we were done with our food, and they attempted to take our plates away multiple times while we were still eating. It was a bit disruptive, but overall, it didn't take away from the delicious meal (we're just slow eaters!). India Palace is definitely worth a visit, especially if you're a fan of authentic Indian cuisine.

Today I am sad. This restaurant has been one of our favorites for over 20 years. Now we will not go back. We went for lunch and were pushed toward the buffet. It was not good at all. The offering was slim and had none of the flavor of their previous food. We felt rushed to eat fast and get out. Pretty expensive for bad food. Really wish we had listened to other reviews and never returned. Now we will not.

India Palace, if you're going to call yourself an Indian restaurant, at least attempt to deliver something remotely close to the cuisine. What we experienced was a total disgrace to Indian food. Every single dish we tried--kebabs, beef biryani, pulao, and whatever else we braved--tasted like a chaotic blend of nothingness. Bland doesn't even begin to describe it. Spices? Non-existent. It's almost laughable, considering the whole world once fought wars over Indian spices, and yet here, there's not a single trace of them. The food is so far from authentic, it's like they threw random ingredients together, hoping to pass it off as Indian. Spoiler alert: it failed miserably. This was hands-down the worst Indian meal I've ever had, and trust me, I've had plenty. Whoever's in charge of the kitchen either needs a crash course in real Indian cooking or they need to rethink calling this place an Indian restaurant. Do yourself a favor--skip this place entirely.

The food, service, and ambiance compete for the stars here. The ambiance provides a quiet, low-lit dining room with unique paintings and art throughout. The service is attentive (my server, Eric, looked to see when I made eye contact tact and responded immediately). Everyone made eye contact co tact and a polite smile when they say assed by, refilling my water (remembering my request for "no ice"). And The FOOD! Oh wow; I ordered the Chicken Biryani and Parata, with Raita. It was very flavorful without being overly spiced. The portions are generous. The Raita had unique ingredients, which I couldn't identify, but which made it so flavorful on my Paratha & Biryani. The manager offered me a small sample of the Chicken Tikka Masala and it had a fresh tomato base with mild spices. I till return here when I'm in Tulsa again.

Went back and ate at the restaurant, it's better, probably the best in Tulsa. What I learned is that pickup is just too hit or miss, and if you want to ensure a proper meal/order you need to dine in house.

It's a hidden gem here in Tulsa I couldn't find a decent restaurant during Thanksgiving (which is understandable), and we stumbled upon this place. The staff were so lovely and accommodating. The ambiance is relaxing, and mild noise. It is not overcrowded--clean bathrooms and area. The food is yummy!!! I got the fish masala and chicken dish. It was small but enough. Thanks for rescuing my Thanksgiving dinner!!!

Typically, buffet food may not be as good as ordering individual items from the menu. However, I enjoy going to Indian buffets because they often offer extras like raita, naan, and various side vegetable dishes. Unfortunately, my experience at India Palace was disappointing. Despite the large number of people at the lunch buffet and frequent replenishing of dishes, the food did not seem freshly prepared. The combination of Indian spices was poorly executed, resulting in bland dishes that were barely recognizable as Indian cuisine. I suspect that they might not have a tandoor oven, as the tandoori chicken was overcooked, tough, stringy, and lacked flavor. I sampled all the dishes at the buffet and did not find a single one that was good, let alone exceptional. Despite the numerous positive reviews, my first trip to Tulsa left me puzzled about the reasons behind them.

I've been eating at India Palace for almost a decade. It's a long-time favorite for many. The fresh selections of their lunchtime buffet are fantastic! Wonderful Indian flavors that you customize via the buffet, or order off the menu and share a plethora of dishes, family style, with a group. It's a great way to sample foods. The decor is simple (albeit a little dated), but most people are there for the food. The service is ok, but if you're there for the lunch buffet, they will mostly leave you alone, and just check in periodically. If you enjoy Indian food, you gotta check 'em out!

I've been going to this place for 20 years. It has a special place in my heart. Great food, warm atmosophere, kid friendly. Our son's first meal when he could eat solids was here! I like pretty much everything here, but the naan, veggie fritters and chicken tikka masala are amazing.

Amazing! My first review of a restaurant ever, but this place deserves it. This place is fantastic! The service is incredible, great ambiance with dim lighting, with the nicest owner. You can tell the owner really cares about the people that come to eat at his restaurant. I am from out of state and I am making sure I come here any time I am in town. The food is out of this world (Chicken Tikka Masala is a killer here, my fave)! My only wish is that this restaurant would come to my city haha!

Very mediocre in every way. Atmosphere is dark and loud. Waiters don't really give any instruction or ask if you need anything. We knew it was a buffet but they just brought us water and never came back. I had to flag somebody down to see if we could serve ourselves whenever. Several waiters do not speak English. Selection is pretty minimal, and certain items are out of place like tomato soup that tastes like canned Campbell's. The naan is *always* out and not replaced very quickly. I noticed another large party had a plate of naan come to their table so I asked if we could have one too but it never came. Almost everything was very lacking in flavor. The pakora was not fried enough and very doughy in the middle, gross. The rice especially was chewy and oddly undercooked. Mint chutney is always my favorite condiment for everything and it was tasteless. My kids absolutely love Indian food, and they didn't care much for this. There were only 2 options for dessert, both puddings. The organization of the line is also confusing so people are often waiting on each other and going opposite directions. Very disappointed. Seemed to be Americanized for people who don't enjoy real Indian cuisine.

Great service - prompt and kind staff. Amazing food! Would recommend and will definitely eat there again.

Visiting from out of town and my brother always stops to eat their lunch buffet each time he comes to Tulsa. Buffets are usually the catalyst to knowing what to order at a sit down. The buffet line had a nice variety of choices! Some vegetarian options and others with chicken or beef. They had the popular dish Chicken Tikka Masala, which had great flavor. The naan was hot and fluffy. They had a dish with paneer which was awesome to see since a lot of Indian buffets don't typically that. They had two options of desserts as well to the side of the line. I wish they had small bowls for their sauce. I also thought is was odd they had limes rather than lemon, but maybe it was all they had that day. My biggest complaint is that it was so cold in the restaurant. A lot of people originally took off their jackets/coats but quickly put them back on. The food quickly became cold as well. Service was good; plates cleared off and waters always refilled. Cost was affordable for the variety. The restaurant is spacious and has a lot of tables. I'd come back again as their buffet rotates with different options!

Not much of a selection on the meats. Beef meat ball or chicken in the same sauce and the dry red chicken. Vegs over cooked the fried vegs just tasted like fried batter. Rice was good the mango custard was good. Not much attention taken to the cut of the cucumbers and tomatoes to the salad. All large chunks like "I don't care, they will eat anything."

We started off with the The Assorted Hors D'Oeuvres. The hubbs ordered the lamb Punjabi with garlic naan and I ordered the chicken Tikka masala - it was all amazing - you can definitely tell they cooked it in coconut milk - they started off with complimentary bread and their sauces - Amazing! We will definitely be back

India Palace is one of my wife and my favorite spots in Tulsa. We love the food, nothing is ever below top notch. One of our favorite dishes is the Chicken Tikka Masala. A very flavorful dish and can easily be adjusted for more or less heat. We don't visit many buffets these days but even their lunch buffet is a treat. The price for the lunch buffet is a little steep for the pocket book but it still never disappoints, The service is always attentive, prompt and excellent and the ambiance of the place is tasteful and not overdone like some restaurants. This restaurant is definitely a jewel in Tulsa and must visit for anyone who is looking for memorable Indian cuisine.

The selection is poor, they used the least quality of food. The beef selection was none. The only had chicken and this was Dismal. For the price of a buffet, you would think they would make more Indian food selection. And this was a poorer selection of Punjabi food. They could have had better selection of Pakora. It would have been nice if they had Samosas. Their chutney selection was very poor. The Kofta had a bland taste. The "Tandoori chicken was cold and had no flavor to it. They kept mostly vegetables to keep their profits higher. I gave to stars so I would feel bad, it was deserving of 1star only if that. I honestly felt that they were trying to rip of the customer. The dessert selection was the least Indian dessert present . They taste and flavoring was way off. I drove by today and honestly had no desire to go there for lunch. I've been to many Indian buffets that were not standard, this one doesn't even compare to those. I do not recommend this buffet. Tandoori Guys buffet is much nicer and has more of a selection with better flavoring. Wife also loved it much more. Sh disliked this tremendously. She didn't eat any of her food. It was cold and flavorless.

Amazing food service and ambience. Second to none! Order here often and have gone through most menu. No disappointments.

Excellent food and service. An unassuming location at a shopping center but a nice interior and a relaxing and delicious experience.

My friends and I had dinner at India Palace tonight to celebrate a birthday in our group. We've done this here a few other times over the years, and it does not disappoint. The food is fantastic. They bring a plate of rice for the table to share, and then each person orders what they want for their main entree. I had beef vendaloo for the first time. It was delicious! The beef was so tender, and the sauce was flavorful and wonderfully spicy. My friend, the birthday girl, had channa masala. I'd never had that before either, and it was a great surprise. It's a dish made from chickpeas and potatoes in a creamy sauce. Another friend had chicken Tikka masala which is beautifully comforting. We also shared some garlic naan as well as cheese naan. I highly recommend both, but the cheese naan was stellar. The cheese is inside the layer of bread. The restaurant itself is a tad dated- dimly lit, and sort of plain. It doesn't matter though. The food and the service make it worth it. The servers were all super attentive. Our drinks were always full. The location is a bit weird. It's back in a corner, and if you're not careful, you'll miss it. It's worth finding though. And, plenty of others seem to agree based on the steady crowd present- and it's Wednesday, so I'd expect a slower night.

Fantastic food , service. and management Guldeeo is always on the floor checking on customers

I have been here once for buffet, lunch, and once for dinner, and both experiences were very good! The management make sure to go around and ask how everybody is doing and everybody is very service oriented. I enjoyed several cups of chai with my last meal, which really made my experience complete! If you are in an Indian foodCraver, I would recommend buffet because you get a little taste of everything! Best Indian food I have found so far in Tulsa!

I ordered chai tea and is was a perfect blend of spices and black tea and creamy milk. I love cinnamon and cardamom. We started with Gobi Manchurian, which is fried cauliflower with a spicy sauce. This is considered more Indo-Chinese, but it's very good. I thought the spice was perfect. I have grown to love cauliflower because it's amazing recipes like this. We ordered the Kashmiri Naan, which is Naan with nuts and fruit. I love dipping this sweet bread in a spicy sauce, because it's such an amazing juxtaposition of flavors. We ordered the Vegetable Biryani, which was 9 vegetables and cashews with rice. Man, all of this was god, even veggies I don't normally like. My grandson ordered the chicken tikka masala and he ate it all. He acted like he was going to reject it but then he chowed down.

A friend and I came here for supper and it was an excellent recommendation. The food was flavorful and the service was excellent. Fair price for food. The place was clean and relaxing. Will definitely come back next time I'm in town.

They provide a buffet option during the day with salad and a number of Indian dishes to choose from. Looked very good. I was eating light and ordered naan and lamb korma. Both very good. Very attentive staff.

Possibly great food and great ambiance. Dinner is a little on the pricey side. They have been cooking Indian food for Americans for 30 years so when you say not spicy, please be aware you are ruining the delight of the Indian food they are serving. The meats were cooked to perfection. I will definitely up the spice level next time! The chai was absolutely lovely. I'll be back!

Great food, great staff. Would recommend the lunch buffet if you aren't familiar with the food.

The place is very old and the inside is not very nice . The food is very over priced . The food I got was just ok. It was not good or great in anyway just ok. No flavor not much meat at all just all bland rice . The water was tap water or it just tasted very dirty . The portions were fine . I will say the food was not the best but man the customer service was out of this world ! We had like 4 people waiting on our every need. In conclusion the food was sub par but the staff was amazing ! Update the restaurant and the atmosphere. Try and fix the taste of the food . I for one unfortunately will not be back .

Everything was amazing. The food was spectacular. To start, we were given lentil crackers with a variety of dipping sauces that were all fantastic. I ordered the Channa Masala Punjabi, which was the most well seasoned channa masala I have ever had, it tasted beautiful. I had Garlic Naan with it, which was very garlicky, but otherwise just standard naan--there was nothing remarkable about it. The rice was cooked to perfection. The service was like a well-oiled machine. The only other place I've been to with a similar quality of service was Gordon Ramsay's restaurant in Carlsbad. We had a different server for everything and they were all friendly and helpful. My water would be 3/4 full and they would still come and refill it. One server mixed together some sauces for our lentil crackers. Another brought our food. The timing was impeccable. The restaurant itself is clean and has a tranquil atmosphere; the lighting is soft and cozy and the walls are adorned with Indian art. The tables have white tablecloths and comfortable chairs. Overall, I would definitely recommend coming here and I will be a frequent customer! It was excellent!

Some of the best Indian food in tulsa. My first time there was in college and the quality is the same!

DELICIOUS, truly I cannot get enough of this food. The Chai, the Chicken Tikka Masala and so much more are too good.

Food is very good, clean and service was awesome We had a wonderful experience with our family and kids

Very good daily Buffett which usually has chicken Marsala and tandorian chicken to die for. Not very spicy which is good for me. I also enjoy their rice pudding .

Someone told me to go here a long time ago and I just got to it and I'm so mad at myself right now. This food is so good. My son and I shared the Chicken Tikka Kabib - came out sizzling hot. Great flavor!! The rife ans sauce is we delightfully cooked. The sauce is on sweeter side which is normal for Indian food, but I even it out with their mint chutney! We also got the vegetable samosas, also with the mint chutney! I wanted to order some more! One of the best I've had. I couldn't get enough of their chutney neither! Loved it. The service and place was also nice, cleans and friendly! I even saw they had a bar set up of food, like small buffet style. We didn't eat it but it had a lot of yummy looking foods, maybe try this next time, with a side of vegetable samosas! I'm going back or door dashing again soon!! Eat here if you love good authentic Indian food.

Year after year this place continues to impress! Great service, fast and efficient! I believe the authenticity of this place is right on based on the ethnicity of other guests I see. Has the largest number of " to go" orders I think I've ever seen Restaurant is usually full but I've never had to wait. Looking forward to trying their daily buffet from 12 to 2. The decor of the place is a little dated but who cares with the great food, great service and reasonable prices ! I don't know much about Indian food but this place has been here for a long time and I would highly recommend it.

Always good with nice service. I will continue to eat there as I have for 16 years. Really great for vegetarians and carry out.

I love India Palace. Their Tandoori Chicken and Tikka Masala are amazing. Guldeep is running a quality establishment. Highly recommend.

I went with my daughter for the buffet. It was truly amazing. I was nervous, the food maybe too spicy for me, but actually it really wasn't. If something did start to get a little bit warm in my mouth I'll just take a bite of the white rice which was really good. For my drink the chai tea. It was so creamy and delicious. I definitely go back in a heartbeat. And one day later, it's still makes me happy inside to think about it. Thank you.

Looks can be deceiving. The pictures from previous reviewers and the 4 star rating led us to this restaurant. It was unfortunately very disappointing. Spice- can mean flavor or Spice can me heat. This restaurant made some of the oddest flavored Indian food. I can not say spice was used in the food we got. I can't quite place my finger on the flavor but it wasn't like real Indian food. The only good part was the roti and the rice. We finally asked if the chef was from India and we were told no. We met a nice young man from Peru and another from Ethiopia but not a single Indian. They have a good location and an opportunity to make great food.

Did a quick search and this place was at the top so I tried it tonight and it did not disappoint. I ordered take-out, my food was piping hot and super delicious. I'll def. be back!

It's awesome! When you like Indian food in Tulsa there are a few options. This is the one that has been around for decades, is always consistent and they provide incredible service. You will not leave hungry unless you just don't like Indian food. It's all you can eat plus two more bites :)

I love Indian food. This was the worst, I ordered the lamb biryani we got a lot of tasteless rice with very few pieces of meat. And we got charged tikka masala the sauce was runny and the chicken very scares with a lot of white rice to feed a small tripe. Never again India Palace.

My work team ordered this to pick up for a few birthdays we had an office. This is the best, most authentic Indian food I've had in town so far. I ordered the seafood curry and it was phenomenal. The only thing I have to complain about is the fact that there were only two pieces of shrimp (my coworker had the same situation, so I assume this is monitored). It really should've been called fish curry. Bump up your quantity and the review would definitely be higher. Still giving the restaurant at four. The authentic bread that comes with the entrées is excellent! Everything was top notch. Even the to-go packaging was well done. Nothing leaked like my previous Desi wok to-go order. This to go order was sealed quite nicely and label perfectly. I'll definitely be trying something different next time.