I was craving Indian food one day. I knew that Kaimana Indian restaurant was a walk from my office…read moreon Merchant Street, so I asked Yelp. I found Komala curry house that was closer to my office than the other Indian restaurant in downtown Honolulu. It was a nice 5 minute walk along Merchant Street and then a right turn onto Bishop Street. Komala Curry House is located within walking distance and I was certainly able to ascertain quality Indian cuisine without having to go to other places when I have one nearby. With that said, I wandered to Komala Curry House one casual day in April 2026. It was nice to have the spring Kona low storms behind us and getting back to normal. I checked the Yelp app first for the precise location and left my office. Once on bishop street, I double checked my Yelp app and entered the building it was in. There was a small mini food court on the first floor of the Topa Financial Center and Komala Curry House was inside. It was pretty cool to have them there, so that anyone and everyone can have Indian cuisine at their disposal. Too bad I didn't work in the building, don't have to go outside for lunch. Prices for lunch here is typical. Around $13 ish for the curries and it just goes up from there, depending on the protein you wanted to get. Still, it was delicious way to get in your Indian food fix without the hassle of going to an Indian restaurant and wait along time for them to prepare. It was counter service here and they are quick. Rice and curry, and then you pay. Very quick. Under 5 minutes wait if there's no line ahead of you. The overall experience here at Komala Curry House was good and nice. Very short which is nice because the various curries was sitting in heating trays and the rice was cooked. Just order and serve without having to make each order from scratch, like other Indian restaurants do daily. That's the best part though when you are on the go and want something honest and fast while feeding your Indian foodie fix for the day. The only thing that sucks is that I didn't see any seating area that people can sit and enjoy their meals inside the building. It's largely grab and go here, unless I find the area where they have seating. For the most part though, it was a good experience here and a definitely worth checking out place. I can call this place a hidden gem, especially in downtown Honolulu. The staff here was friendly and nice. Knowledgeable and polite. It's great that they have the specials on the signage next to the counter and a larger sign, so we know how much they charge for every curry plate. The food was good and while the ambiance was nice, I enjoyed getting in and out with my takeout box within 10 minutes. Along with my order of lamb curry, I also purchased an order of naan. Total cost that day was around $22. A regular lamb curry plate was the most expensive out of all of them, but definitely worth the cost if the restaurant is within walking distance from your workplace. And so, if you feel like Indian food and don't like to wait, consider Komala Curry House in downtown Honolulu. Delicious and a hidden gem. Komala Curry House is located on the 1st floor of the Topa Financial Center. Its physical address is 700 Bishop Street, which is a walk and skip from Aloha Tower Marketplace. They accept major credit cards as well as cash. Not sure if they have online ordering but that would be nice. As far as parking goes, parking in downtown Honolulu is generally hard to find. Street parking next to or nearby is good. Best bet is to bring a friend and have them drop you off and pick up the order. Save some time and money on parking. There are parking garages in the area, but it's definitely difficult. If you are like me, there are many bus routes that traverse in and out of the downtown area daily. You can choose the right one for you, although currently Route 7 comes fairly close and stops along Queen Street / Bishop Street. And of course, there's always uber and lyft if you need those services. Komala Curry House is a hidden gem in Honolulu whenever you feel the need to have authentic Indian cuisine. Prices are on par with other Indian restaurants in Honolulu, but the wait time is dramatically reduced. Give em a shot and I'm sure you will be smiling. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. Support local! A+

Wandered in here for an early early lunch after visiting our cpa upstairs. Open even before 11am!…read moreLooks super legit especially the lemon pickles in the fridge that look exactly like the lemon pickles my Indian father in law makes. Anyhow I got the chicken tikka and a veg korma, the hub got a chicken korma and the chickpea something. We also shared a samosa. The samosa wrapper was more chewy like a dumpling rather than flaky and the stuffing was sweet potato instead of potato. I thought it was delicious. The hub also got ginger lemonade that he said was refreshing. The plates came with tons of rice. The food was fine. A bit watery and under seasoned. Maybe good for office workers to be able to go back to work and not have fiery burps. But not what I anticipated when I happily ordered Indian food. You can take your plates to the communal seating area. Parking was validated by our cpa so not sure if this restaurants validates.

Obsessed with this place! Every time we go, we dream about…read moreit for weeks after. Customized meals based on your preferences, the best server of all time, and the ambiance is unbeatable.

Tried this spot last night and it did not disappoint! Went there with an open mind considering the…read moremenu can be vegan friendly and the spice level varies to your preference. Originally we were only going to order a butter chicken, but ended up also trying their version of a spicy vegan fried rice, and garlic naan. Spice level was at an 8. Don't get me wrong, it was hot, but flavorful, and the heat mellows out. Delicious! Butter chicken was so soft and the garlic naan had to perfect amount of garlic seasoning. Don't let this whole in the wall fool you from the outside!

Convenient and affordable that I came twice in one week…read more Lunch specials are deals. Two choice curries for $13. Ratio of curry to protein/filling is perfect. I usually get the chicken tikka masala and the palak paneer. I don't really care for the rice so I get it with buttered naan which I personally think tastes better with the curry. Super small restaurant. Both times I've come in, there was always a diner that was using their outlets and on their laptop working so it's nice the staff let them do that.

Indian food is so hard to find. I'm so grateful that we finally have this convenient and tasty…read moreoption. Especially when compared to traditional hooked Indian food which takes time this cafeteria style plating is quick and efficient. Even the Nan is ready to go. To miss out on the mango lassi Samosa and if you like really spicy dishes, try the eggplant or the fish. I love spicy and do really well with it but even this one makes me sweat. I'm a regular at least once a month being that it's so close to home and tasty.

Arrived 17:53 finished 18:26 (Total dine in time: 31min.)…read moreMonday 6, 2026 My wife and I wanted to try Tadka Indian Cuisine. We've been eyeing the restaurant for a few weeks as we really enjoy Indian food. We were served immediately after being seated. Their menu was very organized and not confusing at all. We experienced great service from the time we arrived to the time we left the restaurant. I drink a lot of water and was pleased to see my water being refilled without asking. We did not feel overwhelmed by the selection of food that they had in their menu. We ordered: Pani puri as our appetizer. Butter chicken and lamb biryani as our entrees with garlic naan on the side. Mango lassi for our drinks. The food arrived in a very timely manner and the food was presented very well. The sever had asked us how spicy we wanted our food. We asked for medium spice level, and we were not disappointed with the taste and spice! The portions were perfect for the two of us! Our only critique about the food is that the lamb in the biryani was dry. Extra: Tadka Indian Cuisine is location in the Mccully shopping center. Parking was very limited even on a Monday evening. However, I believe you can park in the neighborhood nearby. The bathroom was clean and organized. Overall, my wife and I would definitely dine here again. We definitely want to invite some friends the next time we go! This is an automatic 5 stars in our book!

Amazing customer service from beginning to end, Food was top…read morenotch, smaller restaurant that fills up quickly but staff here move quick, clear dishes fast and serve entrees with efficiency. We had a bigger group and we appreciated Ruby's ease and patience as it was the first time for Indian food for a lot of my coworkers. Vindaloo was spiced deliciously with enough kick. Samosa and momos were tasty, and that paneer was the best. Never mind the naan here which was made hot and fresh. It is BYOB here, and they were kind enough to supply wine glasses which was very appreciated. Will be back to try other dishes for sure. Parking was simple, as there is enough parking downstairs as well. 100/10!!!!!

I've never been here before but so glad I got to try it! We walked in and got seated right away…read more Service was fast and friendly. It's also BYOB if you like that. We got 2 garlic naan, 2 samosas, biriyani, and 3 curries for four people. It was good portions and very tasty. The butter chicken and chicken tikka masala were so good. We got them medium and they weren't too spicy. My husband got the lamb Rogan Josh extra spicy and he loved it. The garlic naan and samosas were also delicious. Everything was so good. Everything was also well priced. I was worried it would be expensive with everything we got all together but it was very reasonable. I would definitely come back again.

Total hole in the wall. The rice is so floral & light. The paneer is the best texture Ive found and…read moreis not squeaky. Food was ready quick and super warm. Recommend take out as the interior of the restaurant is rather lackluster.

It's become a Hawai'i trip tradition to have our last meal here no matter which island (they are…read moreawesome every where and consistent). It's just great comforting Khana, that naan is a warm hug and curries and dals are very flavorful. I love their aachar. When you're all "fished out" during your trip mix it up with this flavor bomb. Chef Jyoti ensured we had a great meal and was very hospitable, such a nice person.

Kamana Indian Cuisine has some of the best lunch deals in downtown! Not only is their curry…read moredelicious, but their other sides and entrees are AMAZING. The staff are very quick and friendly. I love their Butter Chicken and Tikka Masala, but their Saag is also hard to pass up. Vibe: The restaurant has indoor table seating. I love the plates that the lunch specials are served on! Portions are very generous and the service is always good.

I love South Asian food, so it's always exciting when a new spot opens. This one has been around a…read morelong time mostly at markets, but now they've moved to a permanent spot. It's located behind Walmart, so it's a great option for takeout in a busy area. They have free parking right inside the gate. The restaurant doesn't feel fully comfortable for dining in, it's really more of a takeout spot. They do have a few tables for singles or small groups. Inside the door is the counter, with various dishes either kept hot or cold. Most of the foods are meant to be ordered as a combo tray with rice, sides, and bread. We decided to try it and order a bunch of things to share, which was a fun way to see their items. They have a whole cold bar of various fresh toppings and sauces as well. Everything is homemade on site, including all sauces. Breads like naan and roti are made to order, so be sure to order ahead if you're in a rush. They have more sauces, homemade lassi, and other drinks for purchase too. I had a mango one, it was light and delicious. I tried two different veggie curries, plus an order of samosas which came with its own sauce too. The portion sizes may look small at first, but they're very filling and well worth the reasonable prices. The highlight is really the owner, warmly welcoming and friendly, plus patient to talk through all the ingredients and flavors of her foods. It's definitely a great start for a new place, I look forward to visiting again soon.

Daal Tadka was my favorite. Spices were balanced and taste wasn't salty…read more This place would be much better if the dishes were served plate lunch style instead of a la carte. Rice should be included with the entree. I want to try everything but the portions are too small. A small 5" plate of Aloo Mattar Gajar (Potatoes and Carrots) is $15.

Vendor calls out loudly, "Our Momo's taste way better than they look!"…read more That amused me greatly, so I stopped to try some of these Tibetan dumplings. And they did taste better than they looked! This was my first time trying a Momo so I can't judge its authenticity. What I can tell you is that the dumpling was moist and flavorful and I really enjoyed it. Give it a try! They have vegan, chicken and pork options. Of course I got pork! Comes with mild or spicy sauce. Timoor Hawaii: Momo Station! I thought I recorded his sales pitch but didn't. Go in person to hear it on Saturday.

Momos were cold but still tasted good. We did not try their signature hot sauce because of the hot…read moreweather late in morning. Closest to real momos back home that we found in US. Highly recommend them! Location on Google Maps is misleading. They are located in the farmer's market so we had to switch our navigation. The farmers market in every Saturday morning. Its bit of a drive from Waikiki area but parking is available on the streets around the market.