I was in town for a Tuesday night on business. I didn't want to go to any of the tourist places and the Yelp reviews were pretty solid so I gave it a chance. You can't get lamb in most places so I was looking forward to a lamb dish. I took my time looking over the menu and asked the server what he recommended. He went straight to the chicken items. I told him I would prefer a lamb dish and he said they were out of lamb. That was disappointing. I went with his recommendation of Chicken Tikki Masala #53. The food came out pretty quickly. The bowl of chicken and rice were both decent size. He also brought out some garlic naan. The chicken was excellent. The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was very tender. I was able to cut every piece of chicken without a knife. The garlic naan was very good. The garlic slivers must go on the dough before the dough goes in the oven. They were not crunchy but they were firm and added good texture. My only issue with the meal was the naan. Not the food but the bill. I'm not sure if the server said it and I missed it, or if he didn't say it but I was charged for the naan. When I went with his recommendation I thought I was getting #53. When the bill came there were 2 items, #53 and garlic naan. It was $3 or $4 so it want a huge deal. I just thought it could have been communicated better. The next time I'm in town, I'd rather come back here than go to one of the tourist traps around town. read more

Our 'go to' when passing through Branson. The savory taste of Lamb Rohan Josh paired with the sweetness of the Kabuli Naan is always satisfying! My wife's Chicken Tikka Masala and Garlic Naan was amazing also. See you on our next time through town. read more

The food, the owner, the staff, and the atmosphere are all fantastic! We been here twice, once for takeout and once dine in with friends, both times were excellent! We are always on the lookout for good South Asian food which is not easy to find in parts of rural America, but India Clay Oven met all of our expectations. The curries are delicious and the flavoring and heat from the spices is spot on. My wife likes the milder side while I enjoy more heat and they did it to perfection. Our guests came away raving about the friendly staff and delicious food as well. If your in Branson this is a can't miss stop for the whole family. An enthusiastic 4.5 Plates! read more

Food: Solid Indian food w authentic flavor (I believe Northern cuisine but could be wrong). We had the vegetarian appetizer platter which was excellent and the chicken biryani and paneer- all great. Service: fast service without being pushy. We were served food within 15 min of sitting down (but were also the first ones in when they opened!) Experience: nothing to write home about, they have 7-8 tables appropriately spaced, the 2000s Bhangra mix on the TV should be a clear indicator of how legit they are Value: most entrees around $15 with enough food for 2 meals. definitely great value Summary: surprisingly good Indian food in Branson Missouri. Give it a look if you're feeling too heavy from all the other soul food options in the area read more

India Clay Oven - Vege appetizer sampler combo - Indian Near Me - Branson, Missouri

The food was very good. We were craving Indian food in Branson and it did not disappoint.

Best Indian food I've had! Service was wonderful and the chef came to shake my hand after the meal. 100% would travel to branson again just to eat here read more

Amazing and true authentic Indian cuisine. Everyone there was so friendly and the food came quick!!

Its a smaller restaurant, but the food was good and they provided attentive and speedy service. Veggie Korma was particularly good. Won't disappoint if you're in the mood for decent Indian food. read more

Amazing fancy service. The food was outstanding everything we got it was amazing. The butter naan is soooo good as well as chicken curry. We are from Dallas and have some good restaurants but this is the best one I've ever eaten at!! read more

During our 1 week trip here we ate at India Clay Oven twice. We travel often and few places, while on vacation, see our faces twice. It is that good! We've eaten Indian food all over the country (and our daughter-in-law law is second generation Indian) and this establishment is second to none. Both experiences were full house and we were still served a full dinner in a hour. Naan bread is beyond compare- especially the "filled" offerings. My wife and I eat non-meat meals and menu had ample, tasty selections. Had ample leftovers from 2 dinners, Naan bread and a single appetizer... and still visited a second time. read more

The food is AMAZING!!!! We ordered Chicken Vindaloo, Lamb Tikka Masala, and Garlic Naan and they were all so flavorful! The wait staff were very polite and attentive! Would definitely recommend this hidden gem! read more

If looking for excellent, authentic Indian dishes this is the place to go! We wish they'd open a location in Harrison, AR!!

Fantastic!!! We try Indian food where ever we go, and are usually disappointed. Not this time. This place is great. From the appetizer to the naan bread to the entree's. Everything was phenomenal. The CK Korma was the star. The Lamb tikka Masala was very good. The CK jalfrezi was amazing. Probably the best Indian food I've had in America. Service was also top notch. Very friendly and professional. read more

Food and service were amazing!!! specially the butter naan. i will definitely come back next time I am in town

This is seriously a fantastic Indian takeout/restaurant. The prices are fair and the food is great. The Paneer and Vindaloo was delicious, the garlic Naan fresh, and the service was great! If you enjoy Indian cuisine, it's worth trying. read more

India Clay Oven - Lamb Vindaloo - Indian Near Me - Branson, Missouri

Wow. This is what good food tastes like. My favorite place in Branson never disappoints. Flavorful, great service and vibe. GO TO THE CLAY OVEN! read more

This place is a diamond in the rough. It's a small shop and the owner (I believe) was extremely friendly and welcoming. His staff is great also. The menu has alot of choices you can choose from also. Highly recommend if you're in the Branson area. read more

Had seen the billboard a few times and finally on a Branson getaway we checked it out for lunch. Warmly greeted by who I imagine was the owner and sat it what was a clearly busy and popular place. We started with the vegetable samosas and mulligatawny soup, both delicious. Side of yummy papadums. Entrees arrived piping hot, chicken curry served hot and butter chicken served medium with fluffy rice and fluffy garlic naan bread. Have not had a truly delicious butter chicken like this for many years, was perfect. Chicken curry was spicy hot and delicious. Restaurant was clean and staff were polite and hard working. Owner seemed confused when I asked him if it was possible to get a traditional chicken curry with bones in it. Having grew up with close Indian friends I know they don't eat boneless skinless chicken breasts, this has been adopted for the mainstream audience. Can't wait to return. read more

We love Indian food. As frequent travelers, we've tried it in many different states. Branson doesn't have a ton of unique dining options (so many mom and pop diners) so Indian felt like a good bet. I give it 3.5 stars--our family of five all agreed that we enjoy our hometowns Indian offerings more, but this was decent. The staff was friendly and prompt. Our group was a little crowded in a booth, and we ordered so much we had no room on the table. Highlights were the vegetable samosas, and the nice kick of spice all the dishes had. I'd steer clear of the salty Lasi, and the chicken tikki naan. The flavors just didn't gel on either of those items. But overall, we left full and happy. And the waiter even gave us a pudding to go as a thank you! read more

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Best Indian food I've had! Try the chicken vindaloo and/or chicken tikka masala with garlic naan, it's delicious!

5 stars for the staff and service alone! Such kind and welcoming staff, very attentive and quick service. Delicious food! We both got tikka masala (one chicken, one paneer). I was disappointed that I got the mild because it truly had no spice at all, but you never know! Mild is definitely for the no spice folks here; maybe try the medium if you are looking for some spice :) they kindly gave me a complimentary dessert to take home after we paid! The restaurant is small, just a moderate amount of seating. They were probably about 1/2-3/4 full during our visit. Overall highly recommend! read more

One of our must stop at restaurants while in Branson. Service is good, food is good, prices are fair compared to a lot of India restaurants. Would highly recommend. read more

Our favorite place to eat in Branson. We stop here every time we pass through. The food is soooo good. Always fresh and very authentic. Curry Chicken is legit. You can't go wrong with the Samosas, vegetable pakora, or aloo tikki. The owner and staff are always so kind, fun, and super friendly. I wish we lived closer so we could come more often. This place is awesome! read more

Great food! Wonderful interior! I stopped by to grab a to-go order and decided to grab a beer while waiting. I noticed the vibrant colorful lighting of the inside and it was a nice touch to the mood. I ordered the land tikka masala and garlic naan and both were awesome with mild spice. I would recommend eating here! read more

On a little vaca and was in the mood for some Indian comfort food, this place had really good reviews online and have to agree with everyone. We ordered take out and was very impressed, fresh good flavor , very large portions. We ordered butter chicken, chicken tikka, Curry chicken, tandoori chicken, samosas and garlic naan. The service was fantastic, took our order and said it would be 20 min so we waited in the car, the host came out to our vehicle with the food in less than 15 minutes, he didn't have to do that it was like 15 degrees outside super windy, that's great service. I will eat here again and again! read more

Food is AMAZING! The owner is extremely friendly and helpful - made suggestions on food and drink (beer) that were spot on after asking what things we like and normally eat. The garlic naan was very fresh and so soft I could make a bedroll and nap on it LOL DEFINITELY a new go-to when I'm in town read more

First time here with co-workers! Loved trying the daily buffet, as I am not familiar with this food. Everything was wonderful, so enjoyed learning more about the food and culture with Krishna! read more

Do not miss India Clay Oven on your next trip to Branson. The best meal and service in town. Butter Chicken and Chicken Tiki Masala are second to none. You can order it mild to hot, and the food comes out fresh and hot. The pappadam and dips are a nice light appetizer. If you like mango, try the Mango Lassi drink. It's quite a treat. The pistachio ice cream is a nice finish. Help support a hard working local family. read more

Holy cow! This is some of the best Indian cuisine I have ever had. These guys are doing it right. Can't wait to come back again.

Excellent food & service. Would highly recommend if you like, or want to try, Indian food.

This is a must if you're visiting the Branson area and you are -vegetarian -vegan -not big on pork / beef / barbecue -lactose intolerant or if you have any other dietary restrictions that make finding a substantial meal in this region difficult. Excellent food quality of course, fabulous service, really reasonable prices - it was a lighthouse-in-the-storm moment for us when looking for a good meal started to feel like a headache. We'll be back every time we visit the area. read more

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we wanted to go back immediately after we left had the garlic naan, lamb vindaloo, lamb rogan josh. the owner (I think) recommended the lasoni gobi appetizer which was INCREDIBLE. seriously probably the best thing we've both eaten. he also gave us a complimentary mango drink before we left. I wish we lived in Branson just so we could go here more often! read more

India Clay Oven - lusoni gobi - Indian Near Me - Branson, Missouri

Flavor bomb in my mouth! Literally the best Indian food I've ever had! My only critique is the cheese naan is more like naan with cheese on top. Still delicious and I could've drank a cup of the tikka Masala sauce! Eat here if you get the chance! You won't be disappointed! read more

India Clay Oven - a plate of rice and a bowl of soup - Indian Near Me - Branson, Missouri

Calling all foodies-put this on your list! Phenomenal and Authentic! We had the Lamb Korma, Seekh kabob (Lamb), spinach and herbs naan, and butter naan. Everything was exceptional and full of flavor. Food and service were a 10/10. read more

On a visit to Branson with family we visited the India Clay Oven. We fell in love with Indian food living abroad and this place was on point. Everything was excellent, service was terrific, and the ambiance was what you would expect from an Indian place. Try it you'll love it! read more

When looking for a vegan restaurant we decided on Inda Clay Oven. Could not have been better. We had the Samosa Chat, Spinach Paratha, Allo Gobi, and Mix Vegetable Curry. Everything was fabulous. There were many other items on the menu that fit a vegan diet. The service was great. The owner went through the menu with us and explained the items we asked about. read more

India Clay Oven - Indian Near Me - Branson, Missouri

Can't say enough about India Clay Oven. We have eaten here multiple time over multiple years. We have also eaten India, Nepalese, Himalayan, across the country. This place is legit and the owner is freaking awesome. He remembers us though we come only a few times a year. He often gives free dessert and appetizers. Love this place. read more

I stop here every trip to Branson. The butter chicken and naan are great every time. Definitely give it a try.

This place is amazing! We love trying new Indian Restaurants when out of town. This one did not disappoint! We got carry out. Chicken Tikka Masala. Friendly staff and even gave us a complimentary Mango Lassi which was also very good. We'll be back next time we're in Branson! Thank you! read more

What a great find, we are from Oklahoma City and found the India Clay Pot on Yelp. Food and service was fantastic. We highly recommend this establishment. read more