Sandalwood Indian Kitchen

4.5 ( 135 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
1711 NJ-47, Rio Grande, NJ 08242, United States
+1 609-666-1100
Sandalwood Indian Kitchen is where culinary passion meets authentic Indian flavors. Nestled in Rio Grande, NJ, this Asian-owned restaurant embraces all guests with its warm, casual atmosphere, making it a haven for families, vegans, and food enthusiasts alike. Known for its delightful small plates and comfort food, the menu features standout dishes like tangy barbecue chicken wings and house-made Gulab Jamun. Guests rave about the cozy, LGBTQ+ friendly vibe, complemented by warm hospitality and an inviting ambiance. With options for dine-in, takeaway, and catering, Sandalwood is not just a restaurant; it's a culinary experience that nourishes both body and soul.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • Does not have assistive hearing loop
  • From the business
    • Identifies as Asian-owned
  • Service options
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves halal food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Sandalwood Indian Kitchen

Theresa Brecker
Apr 8,2025
Really delicious food and kind staff!! We spoke to the chef and he creates his own recipes and they are amazing! Really fresh ingredients and everything is very thoughtful. Even the desserts are amazing!The ambience is great and this is a great addition to the Wildwood food scene!
ANKUR RUDRA
Mar 3,2025
Sandalwood Indian Kitchen is a gem! Their goat curry is rich and full of flavour — a real must-try. The butter chicken is creamy, perfectly spiced, and melts in your mouth. Staff is kind, and the vibe is cozy. If you love Indian food, this spot won’t disappoint!
Amitesh Kumar
Feb 14,2025
Very welcoming owner, who insisted on trying their goat curry. We went with it and it was indeed a classic goat curry. Other food preparations were all to our liking. Even a young kid enjoyed the goat curry so much so that he didn’t eat what he ordered for himself
Rita Natalini
Feb 3,2025
Simple & easy. Its a BYO. Food is always good and flavorful. Decor is simple but the food is what matters. The shishito pepper are one of my favs. For local Indian cravings in Cape May/Rio Grande area, its the place to go!
Mir
Jan 12,2025
We had a very relaxed and enjoyable experience with friends who had never eaten Indian food. They loved everything! We eat Indian in every state we visit. Sandalwood offered unique menu items and a variety of flavors that gives you more than that same old same old Indian food experience. When the owner and chef told us that all the ingredients were fresh, not processed, I crossed my fingers and thought, "I'll know if that's true tomorrow". I react quickly to additives with severe inflammation and pain. Today my rings go on and off with ease! But that's not the only reason that Sandalwood will absolutely be a regular in my restaurant rotation.
james spink
Jan 10,2025
Everything was so good from start to finish. The service was superior and the food was the best! I had the Paneer Butter Masala by recommendation and I loved it!
Sudheer Arakkil
Jan 4,2025
The food was excellent—I got to try authentic goat biryani, which was delicious. The lassi was great too. Om is a warm and welcoming host, and his international culinary experience truly shows in his cooking.
Jason Moritz
Dec 30,2024
Great service, awesome food. The mango lassi had a nice bit of spice, maybe cardamom, running through it. The pakora, naan, roti, chicken Tikka masala, basmati rice, and Gulab Jamun were all fantastic. The star of the show was the butter paneer masala, absolutely the best I've ever had. It was so flavorful, really truly phenomenal. I'm in Cape May for 6 more days and I expect we will be back before we go.

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