Indian Food in Paris

Wandering the streets in search of good food of any sort in a place like Paris can be rather daunting. Fortunately, my good friend Jean Demélier (a writer and artist--see Artists and Writers: Jean Demélier) was my guide for finding some scrumptious and inexpensive food.

Three different times we visited the Thensurabi restaurant for Indian cuisine. The restaurant, located near the Gare du Nord is small, warm in the summer and heavily trafficked by local Indians. The food is well-priced for the quantity and the flavor has been consistently good.

If you are staying near the Gare du Nord or are willing to go out of the city center, the Thensurabi is worth a visit. Do not expect anything fancy, just good food and friendly service.

The house Bordeaux and Rosé are pleasant. They do offer an Indian red, but it is much higher priced ano particularlyyay palatable.

For a three course meal consisting of Tandoori Chicken, Vadai (a falafel-like creation with vegetables) and Curry rice with Chicken, my meal was only €9. The small bottle of wine, shared cost me only €3. The portions were good-sized but not overwhelming. Such prices are hard to find in the Paris city center.

Do choose a seat outside if available. Inside is quite warm, especially in the summer heat. Also do be aware that street noise can be extensive.

Thensurabi
60 Louis Blanc
75010 Paris
01 40 34 42 54
Métro: La Chapelle or Gare du Nord (also RER)
No website

Tom