Dine Nearby: Fireproof: House of India Still Serves Up Favorite Indian Food in St. Louis

House of India Restaurant is proof that despite a bevy of culinary options, diners on Delmar are still loyal to the restaurants they love--even when a fire shutters them for a few weeks. The U City eatery was recently named the St. Louis area’s Favorite Indian spot in RFT’s Restaurants 2013 guide. (It was also the publication’s Best Indian Restaurant in 2012.)

A kitchen fire caused minor smoke damage in the House of India building shortly after midnight on March 15. Owner Satish Kumar told Patch smoke damage was caused by a pan of chicken accidentally left in the oven. The restaurant remained closed for nearly three weeks.

But an establishment that's been in business for more than 20 years can't be knocked from its pedestal so easily.

“Its lunch buffet is among the best in the city, featuring a multitude of dishes for less than $8,” according to RFT.

Runners up for the honor include Haveli, India Palace, Rasoi and Everest Café. Rankings were determined by reader votes, according to RFT.

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