Indian Paradox

Indian restaurant · Lower Haight

Indian Paradox

Indian restaurant · Lower Haight

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258 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117

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Modern Indian street food with thoughtful international wine pairings  

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258 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117 Get directions

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258 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117 Get directions

+1 415 593 5386

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small plates

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Aug 8, 2025

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Divisadero Wine Bar Indian Paradox Unveils Bright Redesign, New Tasting Menu - Eater SF

"Cozy neighborhood wine bar Indian Paradox is showing off a funky, refreshing new look after three years at 258 Divisadero. New interiors by artist Lorena Zertuche (also a co-owner of the restaurant Loló — see the resemblance?) reflect Indian Paradox’s playful side, and they arrive along with a new, four-course tasting menu and wine pairing option. The name of owner/sommelier Kavitha Raghavan’s restaurant refers to the purported difficulty of pairing Indian fare with wine, a task Raghavan makes appear rather effortless. Her new chef, Maribel Palomo, is preparing classic regional Indian bites and fuller dishes. Those include bhel puri (a crunchy snack of puffed rice, veggies, and chutneys served by the paper cone-full), dabelli (an Indian potato burger with tamarind date chutney), and shish kebabs. The tasting menu is $35 per person and $75 with wine pairings. A la carte options are still available. 'The new decor plus tasting menu projects have been a labor of love and lots of work, yet the most rewarding and fun,' says Raghavan. With the look, she hopes to 'recreate... Indian streets in their most vibrant form.' Raghavan’s redesigned bar seats six with table seating for up to 18. The emphasis is on drop-in diners, so no reservations. Hours are Tuesday to Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. A popular brunch served Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. features masala omelettes and soft scrambled eggs akuri, a classic Parsi breakfast item served with buttered toast. And in January, Raghavan and Palomo will extend that brunch to Sundays, too." - Caleb Pershan

https://sf.eater.com/2018/11/19/18102988/indian-paradox-wine-bar-divisadero-redesign-tasting-menu
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Lazy Bear Releases Tickets for Wine-Fueled Lazy Bear Den in the Mission - Eater SF

"Indian Paradox has been updated with bold colors, new lighting, and art installations. The wine bar has introduced a four-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings." - Janelle Bitker

https://sf.eater.com/2018/11/15/18096797/lazy-bear-den-tickets-live-new-wine-list-reservations
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Utkarsh Sachaan

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Not a restaurant, not a cuisine specific foodlet, not a bar, not a snack joint, OMG what is this place, this is indian paradox ! Famous for its wine pairing with indian dishes. Whats in a name, enter with a open mind & palette for wine. Though you can savor just the food by itself, which is fabulous! We as usual hopped in for brunch & they have separate menu for brunch, lunch and dinner. We ordered the lemongrass tea & madras coffee - hands down tea stands out, coz first you wont find it in many restaurants and filter coffee is just too traditional for everyones liking. Tea - 5/5, Coffee - 4/5 Anda bhurji with bread - warm, goeey and flavorful the bhurji has light and strong flavors balanced by the perfectly roasted bread on the side. Artsy presentation and really filling. I liked it but may be a lil runny for some people. 4/5 Veggie cheese toast - this is a meal in itself, tasty and tons of cheese. Eat it while its hot. Really it’s difficult to mess this one up. 5/5 We came really close for ordering a kanda pohe but had no space to embark on that journey(next time) Just the ambience & decoration deserve a second visit though, I will go to this place on dinner(craving some chaats) All in, There is no paradox in the fact that we need more such places in sf & you need to visit this place ASAP ! I meant go, eat .. now !

Shambavi Krishnamurthi

Google
Had an absolutely delightful time. The ala carte menu offers a wide array of nostalgia tingling Indian street food eats. The tasting menu with wine pairings is a delicious and an educational ride! The owner, also a sommelier is excited to share nuggets of wine knowledge. Restaurant is meticulously and pain stakingly decorated to create a simple and meaningful vibe of Indian streets.

Prune and Leo

Google
At first I was surprised by the portion (reaaaally small) but then we decided to take 3 dishes for 2 and it was enough. The taste are great but some dishes were very surprising (the Bhel Puri was cold). The wine is good, service is fast and nice. But please stop putting this 80’s techno music, it’s terrible. Fun at the beginning but not something you enjoy listening 1h or more.

Matt P

Google
This little place far exceeded my expectations! The food was amazing!!! The Bhel Puri was the most delicious combination of textures and flavors; definitely try it!

Ipshita Datta

Google
Loved everything about the place .. from ambience to food. The lemongrass tea was amazing... So was the Disco egg fry and the Persian style eggs... Absolutely love the place...

Rahul Rajeev

Google
A unique gastro-bar pairing tangy Indian street food with wine. The personal touch of having the owner and sommelier Kavita present made it an experience worth remembering.

Lucy Poole

Google
So creative! Awesome food and service! Love, love the atmosphere. Will be back.

Vinay Ram

Google
Pricey overhyped street food. Go curry up now instead. Wine was not good either. Small place with too much spice in the air. I felt I needed to go out to get some air.