Namaste India — restaurants in Madeira
Indian restaurant in Caniço de Baixo cooking north-Indian curries, tandoori grills, biryanis and plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, with takeaway available. The parish's best option for spice.
About Namaste India
Namaste India is a mid-range indian, vegetarian and asian restaurant in Caniço de Baixo
If you only order one thing, make it the tandoori grills and vegetarian curries — it's what the kitchen is known for and what regulars come back for.
What to know before you go
- Walk-ins usually work outside the 20:00–21:30 peak; arrive before 19:30 or after 21:30 for the best table.
- Cards accepted. Tipping ~5–10% on the total is appreciated but not expected.
- Indoor only, so the room can get warm in summer evenings; ask for a table by the door if you like air flow.
- Lunch service is typically 12:30–15:00 and dinner from around 19:00; many Madeiran restaurants close between services.
Best time to visit
Year-round. Dinner reservations are tightest from late April to October and over Christmas / New Year; lunch is easier almost any day.
Location
Caniço de Baixo, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.64480, -16.83750
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Frequently asked
What is Namaste India known for?+
Namaste India is known for its tandoori grills and vegetarian curries, plus a wider indian, vegetarian and asian menu.
Do I need to book a table at Namaste India?+
Reservations are not strictly required, but they are sensible at peak dinner hours (20:00–21:30) and on weekends.
How expensive is Namaste India?+
Namaste India is rated €€ — mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
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