Braintree has a huge selection of bars and restaurants to choose from, and its selection of Indian restaurants is high-quality as well.

Quite a few venues of that cuisine have received high ratings on the review site TripAdvisor, which has been broken down into the top five in the area.

The restaurants that have made the list offer a great selection of curry dishes amongst many other positive qualities.

Here are the best rated Indian restaurants in Braintree according to TripAdvisor ratings, going down from fifth best to the top rated establishment.

What are the best rated Indian restaurants in Braintree according to TripAdvisor?

Miah's Indian

Braintree and Witham Times: Miah's Indian (Google StreetView)Miah's Indian (Google StreetView)

Where: 82 Manor Street, Braintree CM7 3HR

TripAdvisor rating: 4/5

The fifth best rated Indian restaurant in Braintree is Miah's Indian over on Manor Street.

Whilst it only has 21 reviews, 15 of them have been rated as 'Excellent'.

In itss most recent review describes it as the best they've had "for months".

Its quick delivery times and good value were also aspects that received praise.

Raj Garden

Where: The Green Witham Road South, Braintree CM8 1RG

TripAdvisor rating: 4/5

Raj Garden is next up, managing 40 'Excellent' reviews out of a possible 68.

This is another takeaway-only venue, but its staff have been described as "friendly" by reviewers.

Another praised it for its vegan and vegetarian options.

Maharaja - Braintree

Braintree and Witham Times: Maharaja (Google StreetView)Maharaja (Google StreetView)

Where: 18 Fairfield Road, Braintree CM7 3HF

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

Third spot goes to the Maharaja, who had 82 of its 107 reviews be rated as 'Excellent'.

This is also a takeaway-only venue, with one reviewer saying: "Food was very nice, great portions and prices".

Another wrote: "We have recommended many people to this Indian and every single one of them have always been very happy with the food and service."

The Ruby

Where: 122 High Street, Braintree CM7 1JZ

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

The runner-up position goes to The Ruby, who had 97 of its 121 reviews be described as 'Excellent'.

Its options for vegetarians and vegans came up as a point of praise in multiple reviews 

Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant

Braintree and Witham Times: Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant (Google StreetView)Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant (Google StreetView)

Where: 8 Cressing Road, Braintree CM7 3PP

TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5

Finally, number one spot goes to the Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant which earnt 102 'Excellent' reviews out of a possible 142.

Their service was praised by multiple reviewers, with one particularly impressed by how they dealtt with their group having a few food allergies.

Another reviewer wrote: "All wrapped really well so did come pretty warm to the house, and the online ordering service great."