Introduction: When India Meets the Beautiful Game
The FIFA World Cup 2026 wait ends! Knock on the Mexican door and enter to feel the thunder of football. Blow the opening whistle at the iconic Mexico City Stadium (Estadio Azteca) and charge yourself for the group stage in Monterrey and Guadalajara. Millions of fans have reached with jerseys, flags, and an appetite for adventure.
In that mix of electric music, shade and crowd, there is a need that only one cuisine can fill – Indian food!
Think about it. There is more of a common ground between Indian cooking and football culture than you'll think. They're both passionate and complex, and they have the capacity to put a bunch of people who have nothing in common around one table or one pitch.
This guide lists the top Indian restaurants in each of the three World Cup host cities in Mexico.
Mexico City — The Home of the Opening Match
From Maradona's “Hand of God” to Pele lifting the World Cup, the Mexico City Stadium, also known as Estadio Azteca, has a mix of black and white memories. The story will begin from here on 12 June, 2026, with the opening match, Mexico vs South Africa.
Mexico City is the busiest FIFA host city with five games played in the city, which includes the knockout round and the games in the group stage. The fans will show up days early, amping up the neighborhoods of Coyoacan, Condesa, and Roma to an energy that isn't seen very often. Indian Desi Tadka Mexico City provides a welcome respite from the taco and tostada, though that's not a bad thing either, before or after those big meals.
1. Royal India
One of the best Indian restaurants in Mexico City with an extensive menu that caters to all parts of India. The kitchen doesn't skimp on the spice or depth, with curries to match the needs of North India and South India. It's a place where Indian expats introduce their Mexican friends and where a solo traveller feels comfortable.
- Location: Avenida Homero 1500 Col. Polanco II Secc 11550 Ciudad de México, Aguascalientes, Mexico
- Open: 12:30 PM - 10:00 PM
2. Masala Y Maiz
A delicious Indian restaurant in Mexico City. Masala y Maiz has not only the food but also maintains the vibe of Indian spice. A unique restaurant that blends the elements of Indian, African, and Mexican, and the output is surprising. It might not be the nearest to the stadium, but putting a foot down for a savory taste to keep the energy high even after the game ends seems a fair deal.
- Location: Calle Marsella 72 Col. Juarez 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
- Open: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Closed on Tuesday
3. Dawat
"Dawat" in Urdu literally means “invitation to dine," and indeed it does invite its guests to dine. Both the Indian community in Mexico City and people curious about the quirky and bold will find it a popular spot. Dawat Mexico City includes popular items and a handful of regional favourites, and the service is so efficient that come the FIFA World Cup 2026 month, it will be able to cope with the flow of people.
- Location: Av Ejército Nacional 676 Col. Polanco 11540 Ciudad de Mexico, CDMX, Mexico
- Open: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Monterrey — The Industrial Capital with a Footballing Heart
