We had a delicious meal at Sunset Indian Cuisine on Irving Street in the Inner Sunset! There were two of us, and we ordered chicken tikka masala, fish tikka masala, rice, and two orders of naan. The dishes were rich and flavorful, with satisfying portions that made the meal feel especially enjoyable. The rice complemented the saucy entrées, while the naan added a warm, comforting element to the table. The total was under $50 for both of us dining in--very reasonable! I asked for my dish to be mild because spicy food bothers my stomach, and it came out just right. I could enjoy the full flavor of the dish without an overwhelming heat or any discomfort. Each bite felt comforting and satisfying. The tables were clean, and the quiet, relaxing atmosphere made it easy to settle in and enjoy the meal. The friendly service added to the welcoming experience without making the meal feel rushed. It was a pleasant place to sit down, share food, and take our time dining together. If you're in the Inner Sunset and craving Indian food, I highly recommend Sunset Indian Cuisine at 642 Irving Street. It would be a nice choice for friends, families, couples, or anyone looking for a delicious relaxed meal. We loved it! read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Absolutely delicious. What a great neighborhood gem. Everything I tried was delicious - chicken korma, butter chicken, samosa, and naan. I can't wait to come back. Came here during my lunch break and the service was fast and friendly. Food came out relatively quickly but you can also call ahead to have the food ready by the time you get there or get it for takeout. Street parking only which might be a little tough but lots of public transportation options. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - chicken korma - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Nice food, friendly staff, and lovely environment. The initial wait after ordering is a little long even for appetizer but once they started serving the first dish, all the food came together. Also love the complimentary dessert, guessing the ice cream is Malai/Thandai flavor. read more

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Came with kids on windy evening after stroll in Golden Gate Park, and decided to dine here in this sunset downtown having so many Nepali restaurants. We ordered the tandoori chicken, paneer chowmein and veg jhol momos and the food was very fresh , flavorful and specially the chowmein was super yummy. The service was pretty good and reasonably priced so surely repeat visit next time when in this area!! read more

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Truly enjoyed our lunch of Chicken Tikka Masala Momo, Bhangan Barta, Boti Kebab and Garlic Naan! The Momo was tender swimming in delicious smoky tikka masala, bhangan barta was eggplant heaven and the portions were very generous. The waiter was very attentive and the chai tea hit the spot. Oh plus, complimentary papadam was served! read more

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Good food and service. Yum yum very good. Good price and atmosphere. Review well earned

I ordered dinner from this place through DoorDash because of the high ratings on both Yelp and DoorDash. I was super disappointed when i got my order. I feel like it's hard to mess up dal tadka, which is lentils in cream or butter. I couldn't eat it because i felt like i was crunching on spices. It wasn't just peppercorn or large pieces that you can remove. It was small pieces that were mixed in that were hard, and physically hurt to chew. I had to throw out my whole order. There were also pinto beans mixed in, which tasted rotten. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - DAL TADKA PLAIN RICE - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I was a Naan N Curry disciple for a few years back in the aughts, so when it closed, I didn't really wonder about the Indian place that replaced it; I just went to Crepevine or walked west toward 9th Avenue. But the menu displayed outside the restaurant got me curious, so I finally gave it a try in February. The food is very good. It sure always smelled good from the sidewalk, but not only was it very flavorful, but the portion sizes were larger than I expected. I don't recall which two dishes I ordered, but they were both delicious, and I brought them and some of the garlic naan home with me, which should show you just how much food they give you. The service is excellent. I was expecting Naan N Curry's setup, in which you order at the counter, collect your silverware, cups, and water in the little closet room, and they bring your food to your table. That closet room is now one of their restrooms (which is very clean, by the way), and it's a sit-down restaurant with waiter service. There was a particularly annoying couple at the table closest to mine, and couldn't decide on which was more annoying: their ridiculous PDAs and baby talk, or the frankly absurd volume at which they were playing videos or TikToks or whatever on their phones for each other. My server could tell I was getting annoyed by them, and I believe he actually brought them their bill to get them to move along (they had finished eating right around when I ordered my food). It didn't really work, but I appreciated his effort. I need to try more things on the menu. My one big gripe is that the menu on the wall outside is different from the menu they hand you in the restaurant. The in-restaurant menu only has two biryanis, while the wall menu lists five biryanis. They need to harmonize the menus. Remember that 9th Avenue is more than 9th Avenue. This is a good place for a quiet dinner alone, a casual meetup with friends, or a (non-first) date. Just do your smoochin' in private, will ya? read more

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If you ever find yourself wandering down Irving Street with a craving that only rich spices and fluffy naan can cure, The Sunset Indian Restaurant is your answer. Their paneer tikka masala is a star - creamy, tangy, and perfectly paired with warm naan that seems designed for scooping up every last drop. The curries here range from gentle, cozy mild (like a warm hug on a foggy Sunset evening) to spicy enough to make you question your life choices--but in the most delicious way. Order a steaming cup of chai to cool your senses (yes, somehow it works!) and let the flavors carry you away. It's one of those spots where every dish feels like comfort food, whether you're a heat-seeker or spice-shy. Cozy, flavorful, and full of character--this place is proof that the Sunset knows how to do Indian food right. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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TLDR - I was absolutely floored by this place. Will be back again for sure Right on Irving street, I had seen this place multiple times over the last two months walking in my neighborhood but never really thought to check it out. This weekend, I had some friends in town and I was showing them around. We happened to walk by Sunset Indian cuisine and it smelled incredible. After checking out some stores around the corner we decided to go back and it see what it was about. The restaurant itself is fairly quaint - lots of tables to seat groups of 2-4. We sat right by the front , and promptly had our order taken. For our meal we shared an order of veggie pakoras, chicken momos, an order of garlic naan, daal makhani, and lamb vindaloo. Prior to our order being dropped off, we were given some pappadums and chutney. All three chutneys provided were awesome. I particularly liked the red chutney. Everything came out promptly and fresh. Pakoras were crispy on the outside and fluffy/ light on the inside. The momos were a highlight for me and were served with a cumin lentil sauce. The lamb in the vindaloo sauce was very tender. To top off the excellent food, the price for this meal was super reasonable. Having Indian/ Nepalese this good so close by is definitely a treat. I will be back again or ordering take out from here very soon. read more

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I'm a sucker for an Indian restaurant with crispy white linen tablecloth, red napkins and a red rose in a vase - a sign for authenticity for me. Accompanied by Indian music, we ordered papadum, chicken tikka masala, saag paneer and garlic naan. Service was friendly and efficient. Large portions, reasonably priced, we boxed enough to have it for lunch the next day - still yummy! read more

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One of the best chicken tikka masala I've ever had Overall just FIRE food Affordable prices read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - ALOO GOBI, LAMB KORMA, CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Super affordable and delicious Indian/Nepalese food. We got the jhol momos, chicken tikka masala, naan, and veg biryani. Everything tasted great, biryani was my favorite. I found the chicken tikka masala portion to be rather small, and it lacked heat but they graciously provided some extra chillies on the side. Service was great and you really can't beat the prices. read more

Ordered through Uber Eats. I've eaten here before and overall enjoy the food. Today not so much. The naan was cold and when I was eating my lamb byrani there was not meat in it. But was I did find was a straight bone. I paid 20$ for spicy rice with bones in it. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine is situated in the heart of dozens of restaurants. So many options, but I recommend this one. We went in for an early dinner, at about 4. We were instructed to sit anywhere, so we took a table by the window. We ordered vegetable pakora, and they brought it along with papadum! Complimentary papadum is an East Coast norm, but never out here. There was a third hot chutney, along with the standard tamarind and mint. The tamarind was definitely superior to most others, not as vinegary. The pakora tasted far better than they looked. The Wife ordered vegetable korma very mild, while I had vegetable biryani, medium. The biryani came with a generous amount of raita, which was thick like good tzatziki. I wish the biryani had cashews, but otherwise was very tasty. The korma used obviously fresh veggies, not frozen. I also got a glass of Chardonnay, a generous pour for only $7! We ended with pistachio kulfi and gulab jamun, and some masala tea. The kulfi was fabulous. They tried to give us our check early, when we still wanted dessert. When they came back with the check, it was missing the desserts, so I pointed that out. With everything, the total was $78.72. I still don't understand why City Indian restaurants are so much cheaper than out here in the East Bay. Most veggie entrees were $13-$15. Some cleaning would be helpful. The spherical light fixtures were pretty dusty on top, and the one above The Wife was falling apart a bit. read more

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One week ago, I ordered lunch for 75 guests yesterday using ezCater. The ezCater system updated me when my order was submitted as well as when the restaurant accepted my order, which is just great when the entire transaction is online. The reason I chose Sunset Cuisine was because their offerings were able to accommodate a variety of dietary needs -- most notably vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free. Delivery arrived 10 minutes early, which was appreciated as my workplace is located in the Marin Headlands and it's ways to get lost, so it was nice that they took the time to come early in order to be on time. As for the food I ordered: - Chana masala, vegan and gluten free: So much flavor! - Vegetable coconut curry: Honestly the staff finished off this dish before I could even get a taste - Chilli chicken: good flavor but could have used more heat. I asked for medium spice but it was very mild. - Salmon curry: Wow, I absolutely loved this dish and would highly recommend - Three sauces were provided: tamarind, mint, and spicy sauce. Staff appreciated having the ability to add even more flavor to their meal! Thank you! I work at a facility where we were able to make our own rice because paying for rice just seemed too expensive. My coworkers raved about the food and many asked where I ordered from! I hope they take the time to check out the restaurant for themselves! read more

Date: Monday, March 24th, 2025 Party of: 2 Meal: Dinner Delivery Time Ordered: around 8:30pm Time Delivered: about 30 mins later How Ordered: DoorDash Delivered to: Outer Richmond *Somosa ($5.99) *Chicken Tikka Masala ($15.50) - Spicy *Garlic Naan ($3.95) *Chili Naan ($3.95) *Chicken Vindaloo ($15.50) - Spicy *Onion Naan ($3.99) *Spinach Naan ($4.95) I was craving Indian food and wanted to try a new spot. The hubby was down, so we ordered from Sunset. They were close to us and had pretty good reviews on Yelp. The samosas were tasty. A good size. The shell was crispy which the filling was soft and flavorful. I enjoyed the tikka masala. It was creamy and comforting with the naan. The vindaloo I found overly acidic, probably due to all the tomato. We actually ended up mixing the two and it turned out fine. The naan were all soft with a good chew. Both curries could have used more heat for me. I didn't find either very spicy at all. For more moderate spiced curries, this could fit the bill. I'll probably stick with my usual spot since they really amp up the spice level. REVIEW #3745 read more

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Been here 3 times this week. Despite being a late night restaurant, this place is on top of their service and the food comes promptly. Samosa chaat 8/10 A bit too sweet for me. Wish it were a little bit spicier Palak Paneer 10/10 Super delicious, exactly what I wanted. The cheese is cut in nice large chunks. Chicken Bryani 9/10 Chicken wasn't dry at all, rather perfectly cooked. Good flavor in the rice. Vegetable Bryani 9/19 I wasnt expecting the amount of vegetables that were packed in here. Eggplant, onions, carrots, and potatoes (which I thought was a bit odd) Himalayan Chicken Momo 10/10 Super flavorful and delicious. Came with 6, all for less than 15 dollars. The dumplings were perfect, didn't even need the delicious sauce that complimented them. While the ambiance isn't the most romantic, the orange walls and himalayan portraits make it somewhat comforting. Sometimes they play pleasant music but often it's silent. One unique aspect of this place is their robust alcohol selection, including a wide selection of large beers for around 5 dollars. I certainly see myself coming here for a beer or two given that they are cheaper than getting a dive bar pint! read more

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Legit Indian cuisine! Must try! The ambiance great and clean. The people are very nice and respectful. They have a good and fast service. You deserve the 5star read more

tldr neighborhood joint serving up indian and nepali classics with spacious seating and friendly service friends and i ordered pakora, goat curry, butter chicken, saag paneer, okra, garlic + potato naan, and side of rice, mango lassi overall food is great value for what u get! pakora 4.5/5 - very crispy and tasty with a soft interior and dipping chutneys went well with it goat curry 3/5 - it was really gamey which i didn't like but the flavor of the sauce was good and meat was tender butter chicken 5/5 - really like the depth of flavor for this! it was my favorite of the night and one of the better ones i have had in the city saag paneer 3.5/5 - it was just okay i have definitely had better at other restaurants but wasn't too bad naans + rice 5/5 very fresh and tasty, each order comes with two big naans so order less if u have a small group and rice was cooked well with some fennel mango lassi 4/5 tasted like the usual but i did wish it was colder overall service was great and we could tell that food was made fresh! we will come back to try more nepali food next time :) food 4/5 service 4/5 ambiance 3/5 value 4/5 read more

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2nd visit Vegetable tikka masala really good Chicken curry delicious Onion naan... this was ok... I favor garlic naan read more

I've been to Sunset Indian Cuisine after their renovations and I say it's pretty decent! I've tried their Lamb shank, butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, lentil soup, and garlic naan. I would say I was let down by the butter chicken as they only included 4-5 small cubes of chicken breast in it. I was really shocked when I got it because I am paying almost $17 for a portion of butter chicken but only a small amount of chicken? Lentil soup was also decent, it didn't wow me but it wasn't bad. Their highlight for me was their lamb shank. It was super tender, flavorful, and didn't taste gamey. I would go here if I was craving lamb but I would skip the others. Also restaurant felt a little dirty as it smelled like mildew and they just change out their table tops w/ a paper. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Lamb Shank - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend and I came here on a weekday night and were seated immediately. There were several other tables filled in the restaurant decorated in a red-orange setting with nature paintings on the wall. We ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Coconut Curry, along with a side of Basmati Rice. Both the Chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Coconut Curry had strong, delicious seasoning, and the coconut curry had a nice, creamy texture. The proportion of meat to curry was appropriate, and we were both full with leftovers to take home for one more meal for one. Many of the Indian restaurants in this area have a diverse menu with quality dishes, and this manages to be one of them! I would love to come back and try some other specialty dishes in the future. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Coconut Curry - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Pretty solid Indian spot! The prices were great, and the food came out piping hot. The naan was a standout--super fluffy, buttery, and garlicky in the best way. I've had better Indian food overall, but I really appreciated that they had clearly marked vegan and vegetarian options and even offered tofu, which you don't always see at places like this. Service was just okay--not bad, just very chill and low-key. It's a casual spot, nothing fancy, but a good go-to for a satisfying meal. read more

Visited during lunch on Christmas day. Papadam (5-star): freshly made prior to serving, very thin, crisp and irresistible. Regular naan (5-star) was extraordinary: on a large tray, airy, thin, with beautifully-crisped edge. Exactly what a good naan should be. We sampled Hurricane Vege Momo (3-star, spicy level, deep fried): its dough was slightly thick. However, the sauce and vegetables that accompanied it was tasty. Spice level specification was quite accurate. Fish Vindaloo (4-star) : well-portioned with good-sized chunks of fried atlantic salmon, the curry is tomato-based and offered an excellent dip for the naan. The restaurant is cozy, very pleasant and the hostess was prompt, gracious and helpful. read more

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Great food. Since I live close by , i order their food time and again. Love their service. C momo and fried rice are the best. The curries are great too read more

I'm a huge biryani fan when it comes to Indian food and I have tried biryanis from many places all over the Bay Area. Sunset Indian Cuisine biryanis in my book would be a 7 out 10. The rice or biryanis were rather too wet or too oily. Of the two biryanis, chicken was ordered with mild spicy and lamb with spicier than mild. Both tasted like not even a little spicy at all. Portion size was and ratio of meat to rice were good but taste wasn't exactly outstanding. Would I go back there? I don't believe I would for biryanis but perhaps for other curried and naan. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Chicken Biryani - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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chicken korma (4/5): not too bad, just a classic chicken dish with a classic chicken flavoring lamb saab (4/5): a good alternative, i like the spinach and the lamb was nice and soft chicken dumplings (5/5): these were massive and delicious, 6 in the order garlic naan (5/5): so fresh and straight out the oven. large enough to share for three people i feel like it took a while maybe around 20 minutes before everything came out. it was nice and fresh but i was pretty hungry so the fact that it took so long was a little sad but the food was really good so i was excited about that. we also ordered a plate of rice and shared all dishes between three people and it was a good amount. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Lamb Saag (right) Chicken Korma (left) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Amazing food and great experience The food was delicious and full of authentic flavors. Everything was fresh, well-cooked, and beautifully presented. The momos and curries were especially tasty, and the rice was perfectly cooked. The atmosphere was warm, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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Came to Sunset Indian Cuisine on a Saturday evening around 5-6 PM, and it was surprisingly not too busy -- perfect for a chill dinner. My friend and I were really excited to try their gluten-free (GF) garlic naan, since that's something we never see on other menus -- and it did not disappoint! Here's what we ordered: + Coconut Lamb Curry - Super flavorful with a great balance of coconut and lamb. Neither flavor overpowered the other, and the richness of the curry paired perfectly with rice and naan. + Butter Chicken Masala - Smooth, creamy, and everything I hoped for! Classic, comforting, and delicious. The GF garlic naan was honestly the highlight -- thin but packed with flavor, and if I didn't know it was gluten-free, I wouldn't have guessed. It felt like eating regular garlic naan, which is a huge win. Overall, I was impressed with the quality of the dishes and the variety on their menu. I'll definitely be back to explore more of their offerings! read more

First timer, here! I got the hurricane chicken momo, palak dal (spinach and lentil), and kulfi for dessert. Everything was very flavorful. I've never had kulfi before and really enjoyed it. My meal for one cost about $35 with leftovers. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Pistachio Kulfi, PALAK DAL, Hurricane Chicken Momo - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sunset Indian is the newest contribution to the already very robust South Asian cuisine scene of the Inner Sunset. We already have our Indian food rhythm, but we got some food from here to augment our usual takeout order elsewhere (which, btw, we pair with champagne). We were glad we did. Thus far, we have thoroughly enjoyed the momos and garlic naan, the latter of which is crispier and more garlicky than the equivalent at many of its peer restaurants in the neighborhood. For me, the standout dish is the fish (salmon) tikka masala (ordered with extra spice). The fishiness of the salmon mixes beautifully with the bright, creamy sauce of the dish, yielding a wonderful experience that is exactly what I want when I seek out this dish (which I always do at any new South Asian joint). We will absolutely be back for this. We also ordered some of the Himalayan goat. This had a strong sauce with a flavor I can't quite place, but that did not play as well with the other things (more typical of gringo Indian) we ordered. It was not bad, but also not what we were looking for. Do not let this dissuade you from getting it, though. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Tandoori Chicken, Lamb Coconut Curry, Himalayan Goat Curry, Chicken Momo, Garlic Naan - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I'm sorry to say the food here is beyond mediocre. I tried the garlic naan, chicken tikka masala, chicken tandoori and saag paneer. Each dish on its own was quite bland. Chicken tikka masala shouldn't taste this tasteless...I asked for medium spicy too. I also don't understand when such a pricy dish comes with just a few pieces of chicken - which were not tender at all. And the naan was skinny and disappointing. The inside of the restaurant was quite nicely appointed. However, the food is the star of any dining establishment and that was not the case here. read more

We wanted to check out Sunset Indian Cuisine as it had recently opened. It's a bit of a walk, but if it turned out great, it could just be our new go to place for Indian food. We got the thali for 2 to share. It's more like food for 3 people, as it comes with 3 full sized entrees (tandoori chicken and lamb boti, chicken tikka masala, and saag paneer), 2 naans, a large thing of rice, pickles, papadom, raita, and dessert. The grilled meats were delicious, as was the chicken tikka masala. I liked the naan as well. The pickles were very pungent and I didn't like them. Staff was very friendly! read more

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Best indian food I've had in ages at a restaurant. I'm Indian so I know a thing or two about Indian food. When you tell them spicy beware, I eat spicy food in general but they don't play about spice level. Go for medium spicy. Honestly still raving about this place ! Check them out. read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Butter Chicken , chicken Tikka, Baingain Bharta, Garlic Naangarlic - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Delicious food and a new favorite spot for Indian and Nepalese food plus they are open late! So many options for meat and vegetarians, generous portions, fresh food and reasonable prices. Staff is very nice and the vibe inside is enjoyable. read more

SO DELICIOUS!!! I know I always order the basic dish but I can't help it! The service was also kind & fast. Place is super cute with a nice view of outside read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Chicken Tikka masala , rice , butter chicken - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing food, great customer service, clean and welcoming restaurant. Food prepared according to my desired heat level. Ordered chicken coconut curry, Kashmiri chicken, Hyderabadi Dum Biryani. All excellently prepared and tasty.On my last visit a year ago ordered chicken korma, vegetable pulao, vegetable momo, all extremely delicious. read more

Great taste and good hospitality everywhere as a whole good service need and clean I am lot of enjoy because new taste food read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Very good food , good environment also good service. I am lot of enjoy while eating food Need and clean read more

Sunset Indian Cuisine - Goat Curry also cheej naan , clean Garlic Naan - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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