Indian cuisine served en masse to hungry business lunchers and big groups at dinner.
(503) 766-3015
2074 NW Lovejoy St
Portland,
OR
97209
45.5298
-122.6938
Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Northwest District
Hours:
Lunch: Daily 11:30am-2:30pm
Dinner: Daily 5pm-10pm
Price:
$
Swagat Indian Cuisine
Last updated 4.30.09
What People Are Saying About Swagat Indian Cuisine
The Owner
Swagat Indian Cuisine
Owner
Welcome to Swagat, the finest choice for North and South Indian dining in Portland! We're here to serve you, seven days a week, with mouth-watering dishes from India's vast range of cuisines. If it's a quick lunch you're looking for, we have a 14 course lunch buffet. If it is that cozy atmosphere and relaxed ambience you want, we have a dinner menu that'll delight you while you settle back and enjoy your evening. For over a decade now, we've been the most popular Indian restaurant in Portland. But don't just take our word for it, the Zagat Survey rates us highly too! Specializing in…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Office workers flock to the lunch buffet, which offers tandoori, curry and masala dishes, plus salads, soups and dipping sauces. Dinner hour draws a more eclectic bunch of diners. Madras-style crepes (called dosas) make for an ample starter for two to four people. Entrees include Madras and tandoori entrees, which can be made with or without meat. All meals include vegetable curry, dal, soup, raita, rice, naan, a papadam and dessert.
As Good As it Gets In Portland
by SafeJourney Pets at Citysearch
I'm a city where Indian is done well. Finding it in Portland is like a scavenger hunt. Don't waste time hunting, go to Swagat. The food is warm and tasty and probably the best you can find in Portland. It's not like New York City or San Fran Indian, but you'll walk away happy.
- Pros: Warm, cozy environment, hot food, good service
Slightly below average
by BobSmythe at Citysearch
This is without doubt the best Indian restaurant in Portland, OR. Thus, on a national scale, it is a little below average, say 4/10 or so.
Portland has no Indian community. None, zero, nada. If you are visiting from outside our area, use your powers of observation. How many Indians did you see today?
Think hard.
The food is below average. If you absolutely must have Indian food while you're in Portland, well, this is as good as any.
I have some Tandoori mixed grill leftovers. If you want them, call quick, otherwise Merry, my aussie shepherd, is about to have a feast.
- Pros: Not offensive food; recognizable as Indian cuisine
- Cons: below average as Indian cuisine
Horrible food. Great Location. Someone else please take over
by docakhil at Citysearch
Being from India, and having eaten at ALL the Indian places in Portland my advice is to AVOID all the SWAGATs. If you have to eat at one, try the one in Hillsboro (orenco). The food is uniformly bad, the meats a little stale, and flavor uninspiring.
They may have been the oldest Indian place in Portland but need a change in cooks and management.
Our waiter was drinking whiskey while on the job and was rude.
- Pros: location
- Cons: Terrible food. Unprofessional.
The Details on Swagat Indian Cuisine
Know Before You Go:
You can find another Swagat outpost in Beaverton. It's at 4325 SW 109th Avenue; call (503) 626-3000 for more details.
What to Drink:
Cool your palate with a mango lassi--sort of an Indian smoothie.
What to Drink:
Cool your palate with a mango lassi, which is an Indian-style smoothie.
Save Money:
Go for lunch to take advantage of their affordable all-you-can-eat buffet.
Category:
Indian, Banquet Rooms, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
American Express, Check, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Cuisine:
Message from Swagat Indian Cuisine
- Lunch Buffet
- Catering
- Zagat Rated
Welcome to Swagat, the finest choice for North and South Indian dining in Portland! We're here to serve you, seven days a week, with mouth-watering dishes from India's vast range of cuisines.
If it's a quick lunch you're looking for, we have a 14 course lunch buffet. If it is that cozy atmosphere and relaxed ambience you want, we have a dinner menu that'll delight you while you settle back and enjoy your evening.
For over a decade now, we've been the most popular Indian restaurant in Portland. But don't just take our word for it, the Zagat Survey rates us highly too!
Specializing in catering for every event, special menus on request, Swagat Restaurant. Can cater any event. No mater how small or how large. From 15 and up.







