Amber Indian Restaurant

12510 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032, United States
$$$ Indian restaurant
(890 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Welcome to Amber Indian Restaurant, a culinary gem nestled in Carmel, Indiana, where authentic Indian flavors come alive. Located at 12510 N Meridian St, this beloved eatery invites you to embark on a delicious journey through the rich and vibrant tastes of Indian cuisine.

As you step through the doors of Amber, you're immediately enveloped by a warm, inviting atmosphere, infused with the tantalizing aromas of spices wafting from the kitchen. The decor seamlessly combines cultural motifs with modern elegance, creating the perfect setting for a delightful dining experience, whether you're winding down after a long day or celebrating a special occasion with loved ones.

Amber specializes in a diverse range of dishes that cater to all palates, including an impressive selection of vegetarian options. Your taste buds will be awakened by the Mattar Paneer, where homemade Indian cheese cubes harmoniously blend with tender green peas in a delicately spiced sauce, offering a comforting bite at just US$15.99. For something truly exotic, try the Punjabi Curry, a blend of garam flour, yogurt, and pakora cooked to perfection in a rich onion sauce—ideal for curry aficionados, also priced at US$15.99.

If meat is your preference, the menu glistens with enticing choices. The Amber Special brings tender lamb bites cooked in a special, spicy sauce brimming with fresh vegetables for just US$19.99. Meanwhile, the Goat Vindaloo, featuring goat simmered with potatoes and a fiery sauce, is a must-try for those who relish bold flavors, priced similarly at US$19.99.

And let’s not forget about the beloved Amber Special Biryani, a chef’s special packed with curried vegetables, lamb, and perfectly cooked rice, all for just US$17.99. It’s the kind of dish that begs to be shared—though you might just want to keep it all to yourself!

What sets Amber apart is not just the food, but the dedicated service that ensures every guest feels welcomed and appreciated. Customers rave about the attentive staff; one patron, Nicholas Klein, praised it as one of the best Indian buffets in Indiana, highlighting the extensive variety of dishes available. He was especially thrilled about the buffet's return, stating, "You can't go wrong with a buffet... you can try a little of it all."

Samantha Williams likened her experience to being treated like royalty by their attentive staff member, Anam, who seamlessly balanced professionalism with warmth, making the overall experience truly memorable. This level of service ensures that you’re not just another diner; you're a valued guest at Amber.

On a busy night or a quiet afternoon, each visit to Amber Indian Restaurant promises a journey of flavors that honor the culinary traditions of India while creating a space where every meal is a celebration. So why not gather your friends and family, bring your appetite, and indulge your taste buds at Amber? You won't be disappointed!

For reservations or inquiries, please call +1 317-580-0828. Discover the flavors of India at Amber—you’re just one meal away from a delightful experience!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Has all you can eat
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves halal food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

890 Reviews
Joe Jones

10 Aug 2025

This place is a total gem for Indian food lovers! The moment I walked in, the warm, spicy aroma made me feel like I was in India. I ordered the butter chicken and garlic naan, and both were incredible—rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The samosas as an appetizer were crispy and packed with flavor, and the lamb curry was tender and delicious. The portions were generous, and the prices were very reasonable, which is always a win. The staff was friendly and attentive, though the service was a bit slow, probably because it was busy. The only downside was that the place is pretty small, so finding a table during peak hours can be a challenge. But honestly, the food more than made up for it. If you’re craving authentic Indian flavors, this is the spot!

Jackie O'Keefe

02 Aug 2025

Amber’s food is delicious! We usually eat there every Friday, but this week, I had to sneak in a Thursday order, too/

The Dining Grandpa

12 Jul 2025

9/11 The Wife and myself stopped by about 1:30 today. We like good Indian food, however we only do the buffet. This is because we do not know what to order off the menu. You can’t go wrong with a buffet, it may not offer everything but you can try a little of it all and decide what you like best. Drink plenty of water with your meal some of the curries can make you sweat. Water goes better with this food than soda. Overall we liked it here, nice place decent food. Worthy of a return trip.

Nicholas Klein

27 Jun 2025

One of the best Indian buffets we have found in Indiana! Absolutely delicious. Update - We did revisit this in September of 2023. The buffet is BACK, one of the VERY few I know about that has come back. I'll say this, however, I dropped to 4 stars for a few reasons. Still excellent service and LOVE the HUGE variety of dishes to try (unique for sure). What I didn't like is that 9 out of 10 were just NOT spicy at all. Just creamy. There were two I DID absolutely LOVE, the darker orange ones which do have a GREAT amount of heat to them. One was chicken (in the photo of the buffet with my plate - it is the top middle next to Tandoori chicken) and the other was I believe a tofu (in the photo of the buffet without my plate - it is in the back right the dark orange chunks) that reminded me of orange chicken. Great garlic naan, super cream and fantastic mango lassi. Just wish more spice, even in things like the chutney's. Also surprised the lack of the classic chicken tikka masala. But - STILL a solid Indian restaurant and worth visiting - especially if you have NOT experienced Indian food or don't like a lot of spice as you get exposed to a huge variety in the buffet. I am extremely curious to know what the green drink in the very back was, as I tried it by itself and it was like pure vinegar or something VERY strong and I didn't like. I may have been consuming it wrong but it was in the dessert region on its own table with tea.

Samantha Williams

26 Jun 2025

This was a lovely experience. My girlfriend and I were served by a lovely woman by the name of Anam. She was soft spoken, thoughtful, kind and patient with us all throughout the experience. Our table was cleared promptly and she was quite attentive, asking all the right questions, at appropriate times, without ever interrupting our experience or intruding. The restaurant offers water at the start of the meal and customers are given a choice between ice or no ice. This was fantastic for my girlfriend who doesn't like ice in her products. Most restaurants don't offer that kind of courtesy. The next option is a choice between regular or garlic naan. We chose garlic naan—best choice ever! It was amazing! We got the lunch buffet and a soft drink. In total, we paid about $18 per person for lunch and beverage. The buffet was chocked full of good food. The rice was perfectly cooked, and the way they stored the rice on the buffet, using plastic wrap to portion out what's exposed to the light, meant they could keep it fresher longer. All the food was delightfully flavorful, not too overpowering, not too salty, and not too spicy. The only dish that wasn't up to par was the chicken tikka masala, where the chicken was a little dry/overcooked, but we're talking about a 95% success rate here, where all the other dishes had tender fall off the bone, juicy meat, and/or brilliant flavor. While I was taking pictures, Anam's husband, Rikki, informed me that the lunch buffet's menu changes all the time. So the pictures provided may not reflect what is available on the day you choose to visit. Between the service, the food, and the fair pricing, this place was a steal and I am definitely going back. If you've got the privilege to try their goat curry, I highly recommend it. Thank you, Rikki and Anam for a wonderful dining experience. Hope to see you two again in the near future! Pictures provided are of the happy couple, the buffet and a look at some of the stuff I got to try while I was there.

Taylor Zang

31 May 2025

This time we decided to dine in this restaurant instead of doing a carry-out. We ordered malai kofta and daal tadka with onion kulcha. The food took a long time to be served which was unusual as there was one more couple beside us dining at that time. Looks like they give preference to carry out orders which we were getting ready pretty quick. The food tasted good and hot as we expected. Their entrees come with complimentary naan and rice. The quantity of an entree was reasonable. If their speed of service improve, I would not hesitate to go back. But for now, I will stick to carrying out food instead of dining there. Our carry out experience is always good and consistent.

Bryan Sandmann

28 May 2025

This restaurant has great Indian food. I really like chicken korma. The restaurant near us has one with more tomato in it. Amber's version is much closer to what I had in India. The vindaloo was also authentic. Our vegan niece and nephew recommended this place. We will be back when we're in town!!

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