Restaurant

Diwali Indian Cuisine

IndianSan Francisco$$$$

Diwali Indian Cuisine is one of the best indian restaurants in San Francisco for date night, especially if you want a strong option in San Francisco.

At 1499 Valencia Street, Diwali Indian Cuisine occupies an interesting position in San Francisco's South Indian dining landscape — not the scene-y spot people photograph for Instagram, but the kind of place that draws regulars who care more about what's on the plate than who's in the room.

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Taste Score 8.3/10
Rating (Google) 9.6
428 reviews
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8.3/10
Taste Score
Google 9.6 from 428 reviews
Best for
date night
Price and pace
Splurge territory
Neighborhood
San Francisco | 1499 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
Price
Splurge territory
Taste Score
8.3/10
Address
San Francisco | 1499 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
What to order

Signature dishes at Diwali Indian Cuisine

Vijayawada Chicken Biryani
Dosas (masala or paneer variations)
Paneer Biryani (Vijayawada style)
Why go

What makes Diwali Indian Cuisine worth the move

Diwali Indian Cuisine is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Vijayawada Chicken Biryani and Dosas (masala or paneer variations) also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 428 Google reviews.

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Public rating
9.6 from 428 Google reviews
Best for
date night
Style
Indian in San Francisco
Spend
Splurge territory

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Know before you go

Google rating: 9.6 from 428 reviews
Popular dishes: Vijayawada Chicken Biryani, Dosas (masala or paneer variations), Paneer Biryani (Vijayawada style)
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9.6 from 428 reviews
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For now, Diwali Indian Cuisine holds a 9.6 rating across 428 Google reviews.

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What cuisine does Diwali Indian Cuisine serve?

Diwali Indian Cuisine is a Indian restaurant located in San Francisco, San Francisco. At 1499 Valencia Street, Diwali Indian Cuisine occupies an interesting position in San Francisco's South Indian dining landscape — not the scene-y spot people photograph for Instagram, but the kind of place that draws regulars who care more about what's on the plate than who's in the room.

What is Diwali Indian Cuisine best for?

Diwali Indian Cuisine is best for date night. Diwali Indian Cuisine is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Vijayawada Chicken Biryani and Dosas (masala or paneer variations) also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 428 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Diwali Indian Cuisine?

Diwali Indian Cuisine is in the Splurge territory price range ($$$$). Google rating: 9.6 from 428 reviews

What should I order at Diwali Indian Cuisine?

Start with Vijayawada Chicken Biryani, Dosas (masala or paneer variations) and Paneer Biryani (Vijayawada style). These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Diwali Indian Cuisine worth visiting?

Diwali Indian Cuisine holds a 9.6 Google rating from 428 reviews. Diwali Indian Cuisine is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Vijayawada Chicken Biryani and Dosas (masala or paneer variations) also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 428 Google reviews.

Where is Diwali Indian Cuisine located?

Diwali Indian Cuisine is located at 1499 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Diwali Indian Cuisine good for a date night?

Yes — Diwali Indian Cuisine is tagged for date night dining. Diwali Indian Cuisine is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Vijayawada Chicken Biryani and Dosas (masala or paneer variations) also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 428 Google reviews.

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