Balti Stan
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About Balti Stan
Balti Stan is an Indian restaurant on Whalley Rd in Accrington, serving curry classics alongside less common dishes from the same kitchen. On Sundays, a buffet is laid out with vegetarian and meat sections clearly labelled, letting diners build a plate without ordering from the menu. The rest of the week runs on a standard sit-down basis. The restaurant operates on a walk-in basis, with no reservations taken. This suits diners who decide to eat there on the spot rather than plan ahead. Whether guests come for the Sunday spread or the regular menu, the format stays the same, straightforward seating and direct service from the counter and floor staff, with the buffet as the clearest departure from the usual à la carte routine offered on other days.
Good to know
“Traditional Indian restaurant with curry classics and more unusual options, plus Sunday buffet.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention buffet spread, balti dishes and curry swimming in oil.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention buffet spread, balti dishes and curry swimming in oil.
Customer Review Summary
The buffet draws frequent praise, with reviewers noting the spread is "all out and labelled clearly" with plenty of vegetarian and meat options, and one group of eight opting for it alongside a single set meal. Balti dishes come up often too, with one partner calling theirs "the best balti he'd ever had." Staff are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and going out of their way, with one reviewer recalling staff patiently helping another diner despite constant complaints. Several call it an old school Indian restaurant with a calm atmosphere. However, a recurring complaint concerns inconsistency: one reviewer describes chicken tikka masala tasting like korma, oily chicken pakoras, tiny samosas, dry biryani, garlic naan without real garlic, and an unstuffed stuffed paratha. Another separately reports bland, flavourless chops and a curry "swimming in oil" on a repeat visit, saying the same issue occurred years earlier. These negative accounts contrast sharply with the majority praising the food as flavourful and satisfying.
Customer Review Summary
The buffet draws frequent praise, with reviewers noting the spread is "all out and labelled clearly" with plenty of vegetarian and meat options, and one group of eight opting for it alongside a single set meal. Balti dishes come up often too, with one partner calling theirs "the best balti he'd ever had." Staff are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and going out of their way, with one reviewer recalling staff patiently helping another diner despite constant complaints. Several call it an old school Indian restaurant with a calm atmosphere. However, a recurring complaint concerns inconsistency: one reviewer describes chicken tikka masala tasting like korma, oily chicken pakoras, tiny samosas, dry biryani, garlic naan without real garlic, and an unstuffed stuffed paratha. Another separately reports bland, flavourless chops and a curry "swimming in oil" on a repeat visit, saying the same issue occurred years earlier. These negative accounts contrast sharply with the majority praising the food as flavourful and satisfying.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Visited here on a weekend away, recommended by a family member. Was not disappointed! Food was delicious, partner said it was the best balti he'd ever had and he's hard to please! Service was excellent, very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely visit when we're in the area again. Highly recommend 👌”
- Google user
“Really good food and friendly welcoming staff..would highly reccomend this place 👍👍”
- Google user
“Never been before but it came highly recommended, and its well deserved of its reputation. Its an old school Indian restaurant and the food was phenomenal! Can't wait to go back.”
- Google user
“Hi myself and family and family friends recently came to sit in and sample your Indian balti Quisine and buffet food all out and labelled clearly and plenty on offer for vegetarian and meat options thoroughly enjoyed will definitely be back again soon as staff are so friendly and welcoming also thanks Ian”
- Google user
“Came here lastnight whilst we was visiting the area. We was not disappointed! Great hospitality, nice calm atmosphere, really good food. Couldn’t fault anything about it. Highly recommend :)”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
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- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Indian Restaurants near Balti Stan
- hawalionline.com4.01363.4 mi£10–20
chicken curry, kebabs, naan bread
- No.81 Indian restaurant4.73143.4 mi£10–20
friendly staff, fresh food, great value
- 3.5 mi£20–30
starters and mains, varied menu choice, takeaway option
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balti Stan | 4.4556 | — | — | buffet spread, balti dishes, curry swimming in oil |
| hawalionline.com | 4.0136 | 3.4 mi | £10–20 | chicken curry, kebabs, naan bread |
| No.81 Indian restaurant | 4.7314 | 3.4 mi | £10–20 | friendly staff, fresh food, great value |
| Jaipur Indian restaurant, Padiham | 4.6430 | 3.5 mi | £20–30 | starters and mains, varied menu choice, takeaway option |
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