Description
Friends Indian Takeaway & Dairy
Authentic Indian cuisine in the heart of Gisborne — dine in, take away, or order for delivery.
About Friends Indian
Friends Indian Takeaway & Dairy has been a favourite on Gladstone Road for locals craving authentic Indian flavours. Combining a well-stocked dairy with a full Indian kitchen, this unique Gisborne spot serves up freshly prepared curries, tandoori dishes, biryanis, and classic Indian street food alongside everyday essentials.
Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch, picking up dinner for the family, or just ducking in for milk and bread, Friends Indian has you covered. The kitchen team brings genuine Indian cooking techniques and spice blends to every dish, with recipes that have earned a loyal local following.
What's on the Menu
Curries and Mains
From rich butter chicken and creamy korma to spicy vindaloo and aromatic lamb rogan josh, the curry selection covers every heat level. All curries are made fresh to order with house-ground spice blends.
Tandoori Specialties
Chicken tikka, seekh kebabs, and tandoori platters cooked in a traditional clay oven give that signature smoky char that's hard to find outside a proper Indian kitchen.
Biryani and Rice Dishes
Fragrant basmati rice layered with tender meat and aromatic spices — the biryani here is a standout and well worth the short wait for a fresh pot.
Naan and Sides
Freshly baked naan bread, samosas, pakoras, and pappadums round out any meal. The garlic naan in particular has its own fan club among regulars.
The Friends Indian Experience
The restaurant offers a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with dine-in seating as well as a fast takeaway service. It's the kind of place where the staff remember your usual order and the food arrives quickly without cutting corners on quality. Online ordering is available through Order Meal for those who prefer to have dinner ready when they walk in the door.
Get in Touch
- Address: 61 Gladstone Road, Gisborne 4010
- Phone: 06 863 3228
- Website: friendsindianrestaurant.co.nz
- Order Online: Order Meal
