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Clay Oven Indian Restaurant

4.0 (639 reviews)

Indian, Indian • $

7421 US-31

Indianapolis, IN 46227

(317) 888-2600

Dine-in

Location

7421 US-31, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
Friday 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM

Photos

Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - Restaurant photo
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - Restaurant photo
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - Restaurant photo
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - Restaurant photo
Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - Restaurant photo

Reviews

Melissa Hart 2025-03-23

Very good service and buffet ! Would recommend to friends. Tuesday-Sun Lunch only buffet! The waitress was very good and attentive.

Beatrice Wessel 2024-11-08

I love butter chicken. If you’re new to Indian food, it’s a good starter dish: tender chicken in a tomato-cream sauce with warm spices that taste like a hug from your mother. I’ve tried it at half the Indian restaurants in the city (plus many more around the country!), and Clay Oven has the best! Their food is consistently delicious, and the owners are absolutely lovely people. I always enjoy talking with them, and their service is superb. The first time I ever came here, I tentatively asked if it was possible to get the garlic naan without cilantro. The owner said “My dear, EVERYTHING is possible.” 😊❤️ I’ve been hooked ever since!

Chris Moran 2024-09-29

Clay Oven is the ABSOLUTE BEST Indian food in the state! We go frequently for the lunch buffet (now available Thursday through Sunday). Their regular items (Chicken Tikka Masala, Chana Masala, and Goat Curry) are always amazing. The owner, and chef, frequently rotates in new items that are fragrant and delicious (Today was Eggplant Bhartha and Aloo Mehti). This family run restaurant is a cozy, warm, must for anyone who enjoys Indian cuisine. In true Indian fashion there are many Vegetarian (and even Vegan options). 10/10. Fully recommend!

Savannah Whitaker 2025-05-02

My friends and I love to meet up here to eat the food is wonderful and the owner is kind and remembers all of us. If you aren’t sure what to try he will help you order or try something and they also have a buffet when they’re open for lunch. Couldn’t recommend this place more!!

Morgan Kirk 2024-10-17

Food is amazing! Everyone is always friendly and welcoming! We have been coming here now for a few years, and the food is always delicious! Butter chicken is one of our favorites but you can never go wrong with any of the vegetarian options! The garlic naan is a must have with any food choice!

Conundrum Rob 2024-08-31

They moved from a smaller place. Lots of room in the new place. They are super nice. The server took the time to label my photos so I would know what's what. Chicken Vindaloo was our favorite. Everything was so yummy. We will definitely be back.

Eren Yeager 2025-05-01

Been to every Indian buffet in southern Indianapolis area and this is easily the best one, the food is always hot and fresh, so much variety and it hits the spot real good. A bang for your buck and this is coming from a Punjabi.