Rawalpindi Tandoori

Rawalpindi Tandoori

321 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3HW

Telephone 0141 332 4180
Food served Mon–Thu noon–midnight; Fri/Sat noon–1am; Sun 1pm–midnight.
Pre-theatre times Mon–Sun 4–7pm
Average price £7.95 (set lunch); £17 (evening meal)
Pre-theatre price £9.95
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Website www.rawalpindi-tandoori.co.uk

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Eating & Drinking Guide

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Rawalpindi is another of Glasgow’s old-school Indians that date back generations. Most diners are regulars and there’s an easy-going vibe in the comparatively intimate space, even midweek when other city-centre restaurants can seem a bit cavernous. Staff are friendly without being overbearing, and the curries are generous without being rich and overwhelming. By and large there are not too many surprises on the menu – the exception being the inclusion of boiled egg pakora which is pleasantly light, crisp and tasty. The main dishes, such as Goanese fish and prawn curry and paneeer pasander, are very enjoyable, if lacking much distinctive spiciness. On the wall there’s a large TV showing flickering firelight on a loop, providing the comforting allusion of heat if not actual fire itself – so it’s a bit like the curries in that respect. Rawalpindi is an ideal spot for a night out in the city if you are looking for a personal and personable experience.

High point: Egg pakora!
Low point: A little lacking in kick

Number of wines sold by the glass: 3
Delivery: £1.50+
Private dining: Up to 30 covers
Provides: Vegetarian options (at least ¼ main courses), Gluten-free options, Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Pre-theatre menu, Outdoor tables, Free wi-fi
Music on stereo: Modern Indian pop and r'n'b
Capacity: 80
Largest group: 80
Open since: 1979
House wine: £16.95 (litre) per bottle

Comments & ratings

8. Terry J – 6 Apr 2012, 1:03pm Rawalpindi Tandoori Report: This retaurant is fantastic the staff were all very welcoming and although the place was very busy the service and food was fantastic. This restaurant will be my place of choice from now. Can't praise or reccommend it highly enough :-)

7. DPSC – 9 Oct 2011, 11:54am Rawalpindi Tandoori Report: Has to be the worst curry I have ever been served and I have had a few. The service was good and the place itself was ok. We spoke to the waiter who was very nice but although we complained and did not finish our meals there was no discount on the bill.
The curry was a bland tasteless gloop which would have been improved had it been wallpaper paste.
Altogether very disappointing
On a slightly positive note the waiter did ask if we wanted to change our food which we declined.

6. h and m – 28 Aug 2011, 11:30pm Rawalpindi Tandoori Report: I would give 4 stars for the food as it was very tasty and the service was pleasant. Unfortunately this was let down when the bill came and our List card was not acknowledged, despite us mentioning it when booking and on arrival. Even when we pointed out that the bill was far too much they only took £12 off instead of £18. An unnecessarily uncomfortable end to an otherwise lovely meal. Given that the reason we tried the restaurant was because it was on the list card, this put us off, so unfortunately we probably won't go back.

5. reliable reviewer – 2 Jun 2011, 8:38pm Rawalpindi Tandoori Report: My wife and I went here last Wednesday and quite enjoyed ourselves. The food we ordered was simply excellent. The atmosphere was relaxed. The staff were really helpful and nice. And most importantly the price was decent, better than most on Sauchiehall Street. I can honestly say that we will be back!

4. necola – 26 Feb 2010, 11:22pm Report: cold food ,service waiter is rude,very cold toilet.

3. malcolm – 21 Aug 2009, 12:17am Rawalpindi Tandoori Report: Been here a few times but was amazed by the new look the whole restaurant has been updated and creates a very warm and cosy atmosphere food was excellent and staff were both welcoming and friendly.

2. Andie – 28 Jul 2009, 10:03am Rawalpindi Tandoori Report

This is one place you must avoid for all reasons unless you want to spoil your evening.

1) Foremost is poor quality of food.
2) Staff not courteous,
3) Indecent behaviour,
4) Ambience very poor and smells bad, poor air quality.

I have visited once and would never ever visit this place.

Cheers,

1. bob & tilly – 17 Jun 2009, 9:45pm Rawalpindi Tandoori Report: We had a nice meal there, but a bit shocked by the bill. We were charged for mango chutney, spiced onions & the raita to go along with the poppadoms! We had to quibble with the waiter to get our 2 for 1 on the main meal discount for having the listcard - we still got charged for both portions of rice.
Beware of hidden the extras!

Average rating 3/5 from 7 reviews of Rawalpindi Tandoori.

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