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Best Indian Restaurants in Tallinn: From Street Food to Fine Dining

Best Indian Restaurants in Tallinn: From Street Food to Fine Dining
Image: Chakra

Five venues where you can find authentic spiced curries, quality vegetarian options, and reliably good service—pick based on your mood and budget.

Tallinn has a modest but solid Indian food scene, nothing like Delhi's or London's—but enough to satisfy a genuine craving and then some. The restaurants cluster into price bands and styles: there's the old reliable budget spot, the newcomer doing exceptional work at mid-range prices, the old-town tourist favourite that earns it, the no-frills option with impressive spice depth, and the fusion play if you want something less traditional. Vegetarian coverage is solid across all of them. All of them will dial the heat down unless you ask otherwise (local palate management). Book ahead on weekends at Chakra and Guru; the others take walk-ins more easily. Ordering: by how a reader would actually use these recommendations—start with the place that works if you want reliable comfort and reasonable prices, move through the better-known names, finish with the specialists and sidelines.

  1. Maharaja

    Harju tn 7, Old Town · Indian · €20–30, daily 11:00–23:00

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    Tallinn's first Indian restaurant since 1989, Maharaja sits in a pink-façaded townhouse overlooking Town Hall Square. The menu draws from traditions across Indian states, combining authentic recipes with fresh spices and handmade seasonings. It reads as a classic subcontinental menu—biryani, tandoori, curries running the heat scale—and the portions are generous. The restaurant features a buffet and a wide variety of vegan and vegetarian options. Service is cheerful if occasionally harried. Pick this if you want old Tallinn atmosphere, low friction with your wallet, and food that neither pretends to be something else nor disappoints.

    See the listingSource: Maharaja Restaurant

  2. Chakra

    Bremeni Käik 1, Old Town · Indian · €-€€, daily with summer garden terrace

    One of the oldest Indian restaurants in Tallinn, Chakra is rated as the best Indian restaurant in Estonia. Located in a charming 13th-century building in Old Town, Chakra opened in 2009. The menu features vegetarian curries, tandoori dishes, and traditional Indian curries. The room is small and decorated with Indian antiques; during summer, you can enjoy a terrace overlooking the Old Town. Recent visitors consistently praise the lamb chops and cheese naan. Book ahead on weekends; it fills quickly and the staff will squeeze you in only if space permits.

    Source: Restaurant Chakra

  3. Guru

    Aia 10a, Kesklinn · North and South Indian · €20–30, Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00, Fri–Sat 12:00–23:00, Sun 13:00–22:00

    Head Chef Prashant Tiwari, from New Delhi with 18+ years' experience at hotels in India, Dubai and Oman, brings North and South Indian cuisine. Guru was elected Best Indian Restaurant in 2022 by International Dining Awards. The menu offers clearly labelled vegan choices including kadai vegetables, eggplant masala, dal shorba, and mixed vegetable pakora. The cosy space feels designed for lingering; cocktails and wines are better than average. It is one of the better Indian restaurants in Tallinn, though recent reviews note service can slow during busy periods. Call +3726118018 for short-notice reservations.

    Source: Guru Restoran

  4. Ginger

    Toompuiestee 29, Kesklinn · Indian and Thai · €€, Mon–Fri 11:00–23:00, Sat 12:00–23:00, Sun 12:00–21:00

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    Ginger serves a rich menu of Indian and Thai cuisine prepared by Indian chefs. It has a separate vegan menu. The restaurant has nice window seating overlooking the street. The space can feel crowded during peak hours, but the kitchen is reliable and the hours are useful if you want dinner late. Recommend the cheese naan and onion bhaji. Not destination-level cooking, but accessible, fast, and does the job. Open lunchtimes too, which matters if you're staying near Toompea.

    See the listingSource: Ginger

  5. Matka

    Küti tee 4, Peetri · Indian, Chinese and Thai · €-€€, call for hours

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    Matka offers vegetarian friendly and vegan options. It is a lovely spot and recommended for anyone in Tallinn looking for authentic Indian food. They have a daily menu for really good prices. The prices are on the higher side given the quality of food and good service. Located outside the Old Town in a quieter area near the port, Matka is small and welcoming; the owner is attentive and unrushed. All available dishes are halal. Call +372 600 4474 before heading out, since opening hours can shift.

    See the listingSource: Matka Restoran

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