Best Indian Restaurants in Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Clove Indian Restaurant & Bar
Broad, region-spanning Indian menu with a serious tandoori and biryani program.
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Clove is a full-service Indian restaurant and bar across from City College, known for a broad regional menu that ranges from sizzling tandoori platters to rich curries and biryanis. Locals treat it as the neighborhood’s go-to Indian spot for sit-down dinners, cocktails, and shareable feasts in Hamilton Heights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bombay Chicken (Cornish hen stuffed with lamb biryani), Mixed Tandoori Platter, Chicken Madras
What Makes it Special: Broad, region-spanning Indian menu with a serious tandoori and biryani program.
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Mumbai Masala is a neighborhood Indian grill in Hamilton Heights where residents rely on chicken tikka masala, biryanis, and other North Indian standards for both dine-in and delivery. It’s a comfortable, everyday choice with familiar flavors, generous portions, and a focus on classic dishes over experimentation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Biryani, Saag Paneer
What Makes it Special: Straightforward neighborhood Indian grill focused on well-executed curry and tandoori staples.