TL;DR — For a wide selection of Indian groceries delivered to your door: dedicated online Indian grocers like Quicklly and iShopIndian, and Amazon (surprisingly good Indian staples selection via Prime). For same-day delivery from local Indian stores, check Instacart — which stores are on it depends on where you live. Use our SmartBazaar store finder to locate Indian stores near you.

Dedicated Indian grocery delivery

Quicklly

quicklly.com — a dedicated South Asian food marketplace: spices, dals, rice, frozen foods, sweets, ready-to-eat meals and, in some areas, fresh produce. What it can deliver, how fast and the free-shipping threshold depend on your ZIP code, so check at checkout.

Best for: NRIs in areas without a local Indian store, especially if fresh items like curry leaves or karela are available for your address.

Patel Brothers

patelbros.com — the iconic Indian grocery chain, with 50+ stores across the US. Its online ordering is for curbside pickup, and its own FAQ says that's only at a handful of pilot locations so far. Online prices can differ from in-store, and online orders carry extra fees. Delivery from your local store may be possible through a delivery app (see Instacart below), so check the apps for your area.

Best for: NRIs near a Patel Brothers location. For most people it's still an in-store shop.

iShopIndian

ishopindian.com — a long-running online Indian grocery store that ships to all 50 states. Good for pantry staples (spices, dals, rice, oils, snacks). Its site quotes 1–6 business days for delivery, with a free-shipping threshold on larger orders, so check the current terms. Best for planned restocking, not urgent needs.

Mainstream stores with Indian sections

Amazon

Search "Indian grocery" on Amazon — the selection has expanded significantly. You can find: 24 Mantra organic spices, MTR ready-to-eat meals, Haldiram's snacks, Tata tea, Maggi noodles, basmati rice (5-10 kg bags), and even ghee. Prime delivery in 1-2 days. Subscribe & Save gives 5-15% off on recurring items like tea and rice.

Best for: Pantry staples you buy regularly. Not great for fresh produce or dairy.

Walmart

Walmart stocks a growing Indian section both in-store and online: basic spices (turmeric, chili powder, garam masala), basmati rice, naan bread, simmer sauces, and frozen items. Walmart+ members get free delivery on orders over the minimum (currently $35). The selection varies by location — stores near Indian communities stock more.

Costco

Costco carries bulk items that NRIs love: large bags of basmati rice, large containers of ghee, paneer blocks, naan packs, and tikka masala simmer sauce. Basic (Gold Star) membership is $65/year — worth it if you cook Indian food regularly. Not available for delivery on all items.

Same-day delivery from local stores

Instacart

instacart.com — carries some local Indian grocery stores for same-day delivery. Open the app, search for "Indian grocery" and see which stores near you are on it; this varies a lot by city. Instacart+ ($99/year or $9.99/month) removes the delivery fee on most orders above a small minimum, but service fees and tips still apply.

Uber Eats / DoorDash

Some Indian grocery stores in metro areas are on Uber Eats and DoorDash for delivery. Search "Indian grocery" in the app. Availability varies widely by city. Higher delivery fees than Instacart but sometimes faster.

Find Indian stores near you

Use our SmartBazaar store finder — enter your ZIP code or city and we'll show Indian grocery stores within driving distance, with ratings, distance and whether they're open now — and, near the 24 cities in our guides, the Indian grocers we've confirmed exist. Or search Google Maps for "Indian grocery store near me."

City-by-city highlights

  • NYC/NJ: Jackson Heights (Queens) and Edison/Iselin (NJ) — dense clusters of Indian stores, including Patel Brothers, within walking distance of each other.
  • SF Bay Area: Fremont, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara — multiple Indian grocers.
  • Chicago: Devon Avenue — "Little India." Patel Brothers flagship, plus dozens of smaller stores.
  • Dallas/Houston: Large Indian communities, with several Patel Brothers stores and many independent grocers.
  • Atlanta: Decatur and the Global Mall area in Norcross.
  • Seattle: Bellevue/Redmond. Indian stores near Microsoft/Amazon campuses.
  • Smaller cities: Use an online grocer like Quicklly or iShopIndian, and check the international aisle of large supermarkets.

For detailed city guides with specific store addresses, visit our 24 city guides.

Frequently asked questions

What's the cheapest way to buy Indian groceries?
For staples (rice, dal, oil, spices): buy in bulk at Costco or Walmart. For Indian-specific items (curry leaves, paneer, specific masalas): local Indian stores have the best prices — Patel Brothers is hard to beat. For convenience: Amazon Subscribe & Save gives 5-15% off on recurring pantry items.
Can I get fresh curry leaves and methi delivered?
Often, yes. Some online grocers such as Quicklly deliver fresh produce to some areas, and Instacart can deliver from local Indian stores that stock fresh herbs. Quality varies with distance and season. For the freshest herbs, visit a local Indian store in person.
Which Indian brands are available in the US?
Most major Indian brands are available: MDH and Everest spices, MTR and Haldiram's ready-to-eat, Britannia and Parle biscuits, Tata and Wagh Bakri tea, Amul ghee and butter, Maggi noodles, Lijjat papad. Some brands have US-specific packaging. Availability depends on your store.
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Store availability, delivery areas, and prices change frequently. Always verify on the store's website before ordering. Last reviewed: October 2026.