Sai Indian Cuisine

I’m pretty sure I was born on the wrong continent, because I could easily trade any and all American food for a lifetime eating Asian. That includes everything from Japan and Korea over to India, and, of course, the Middle East, as all of these comprise the Asian spectrum of cuisine.

So when I spied a new Indian restaurant today in Amarillo, I quickly changed my plans to head home for a boring lunch. Nope, it was going to be Indian today, a cuisine I have come to love not just for some similarities to Thai, but also its unique fare.

Sai Indian did not disappoint in the least, and judging by the steady crowd of patrons entering and exiting, I’d say this place has quickly built up a clientele. Their Health Inspection Report of 97 is amazing in its own right, but their food goes over 100 effortlessly.

I ordered Aloo Gobi, as it is among my Indian faves, which amounts to cauliflower, potatoes, and tomatoes in a spicy curry sauce. It is served with a bowl of steaming Basmati rice. I also ordered a side of Roti, a gluten free and vegan alternative to Naan bread. I requested a 3 out of 5 on the spiciness scale, which was just enough to elicit a little sinus activity, but no sweating or crying.

Hats off to Sai Indian for offering a very long vegetarian menu alongside traditional omnivore options. They tell me they are very happy to adapt to vegan as requested. I’m thrilled to add this place to my short list of Amarillo favorites. I shall return, and very soon.

Excellent lunch buffet with a wide selection from samosas, pakoras, curries, biryani, gulab jamun, pappadum, and various chutneys. Our waiter also brought fresh naan to the table. The staff were very kind and super attentive to the needs of customers. Overall an excellent meal and excellent experience!

Tried Sai Indian Cuisine tonight with some friends, 10/10 for sure!! We started off with the Vegetable Samosas and Gobi Manchuria (Deep Fried Cauliflower cooked in Soya Sauce) YUM!!
The samosas were some of the most flavorful samosas I’ve had, and HUGE. The Gobi Manchuria was DELICIOUS, it’s like a general tso cauliflower! The Butter Chicken and Chicken Tiki Masala was great! The chicken was soo tender and flavorful!
We ended with some dessert, Gulab Jamun (small round balls made with wheat flour soaked with sweet syrup) it was probably not the most healthy thing I’ve ever had, but definitely satisfied the sweet tooth!🤤

The waiter was kind and attentive, definitely worth the try!!! Oh, and the complimentary Mango Lassi was delish too!!

The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the building had plenty of room and the staff were extremely friendly. The buffet was amazing. It was my first time eating Indian cuisine and I will most definitely be back.

Are you kidding?! What a dream come true! I am so happy they moved to Amarillo. I met them when I used to live in the Ft worth area and I used to eat there all the time. I was sad to leave them when I moved. Tried the Indian buffet that was already in Amarillo and it made me even more sad. Five years later, the seed I planted for wanting them to move here finally sprouted. They finally opened here and they are doing terrific the moment they opened doors. Place is a nice location, lots of natural light, and casual. Also with enough parking and on Olsen street. Food is STILL delicious as ever as the owners and other family members cook in the kitchen. Super authentic and they CARE about their quality. Super fresh too. Buffet is excellent as well because they make sure they make everything that day to serve. The service is very friendly as well. I am so happy they're in Amarillo! If you want to experience excellent Indian food, this will be (and is now) the #1 Indian restaurant in Amarillo and you'll realize that as soon as you come and try it as well. I suggest getting the buffet first if Indian food is new for you. Enjoy! And welcome to Amarillo my friends!