Indian Paradise, Scottsdale

Indian Paradise has something for everyone—the menu ranges from vegan and vegetarian dishes to seafood, chicken, and goat. From the blazing tandoor oven, chefs pull racks of lamb marinated in yogurt, ginger, and fresh herbs. They also use the oven to fire the homemade cheese that stars in the paneer tikka. The rest of the menu sprawls with stews and curries, such as the savory-sweet chicken madras, which features chicken cooked in coconut milk atop a bed of onion-based sweet curry. Considering the breadth of the menu, it’s no surprise that Indian Paradise has dessert covered, too. Chefs make their own ice cream with fresh mango and pistachios and drizzle donut balls in honey syrup for maximum stability in upcoming food fights.