KREUZBERG. Golden umbrellas, giant Buddhas and palm trees abound in this popular restaurant. Menu selections are well-prepared, affordably priced, and served in generous portions. Choices include biryani options, vegetarian fare, and dishes based on chicken, lamb and fish. Tandoori duck also gets rave reviews. Plus, you'll find a list of French, Indian and German wines. U-BAHN: Kottbusser Tor, Görlitzer Bahnhof. BUS: 129

CHARLOTTENBURG ­ WILMERSDORF. This small Indian restaurant serves a variety of tasty vegetarian and meat dishes at reasonable prices. The rustic atmosphere in the dining room inside provides a nice respite for all to enjoy. On nice evenings, diners may choose to sit outside on the refreshing patio.

KREUZBERG. A wide variety of Sri Lankan dishes are on this quaint restaurant's menu. Diners enjoy the pleasant service and the affordable prices. Popular menu choices include hoppers (a pasta and crepe-like food), or the house specialties, which include Polos Hodhi or Sini-Sambole. The dining experience is a welcome change from the usual seafood or steak house. #13;#10;U-BAHN: Mehringdamm; BUS: 119, 140, 219

TEMPELHOF ­ SCHÖNEBERG. Conveniently located near Odeon cinemas, this restaurant offers well-prepared Indian cuisine for all to enjoy. Menu selections are available that differ from the other Indian restaurants found in the city. Among the options provided are a tantalizing almond soup and an enticing kofte. TRANSPORTATION: Bahn Schöneberg, #13;#10;U-Bahn Innsbrucker Platz.

TEMPELHOF ­ SCHÖNEBERG. This delicious Indian restaurant has been a hot spot for more than decade now. The friendly staff serves up some of the best traditional Indian meals in the city, including lamb, fish and vegetarian specialties. In addition, regulars consider the curry entrees here unparalleled in Berlin. Patio seating is available when it's nice out. Business casual attire. U-BAHN: Viktoria-Luise-Platz and Wittenbergplatz