
Desi House
Quick info
About Desi House
Desi House is an Indian takeaway at 266 Halliwell Rd in Bolton, serving curries in a home-made style. The lamb handi comes in a pot and is meant for 3 to 4 people, so it works as a shared main. Lamb karahi and chicken tikka on naan sit alongside it, and chicken persian is also served on naan. The takeaway runs fully dry, with alcohol strictly prohibited, and it welcomes families. Orders are walk-in, and a small amount of seating inside gives customers somewhere to sit while they wait. Lamb and chicken kebabs are available as starters.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Usually plenty of parking
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Kids' menu · Family-friendly
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken tikka on naan, lamb handi in pot, lamb karahi and lamb and chicken kebabs.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken tikka on naan, lamb handi in pot, lamb karahi and lamb and chicken kebabs.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often praise the meat curries served in a pot, with the lamb handi and a pot of Tapela Gosh singled out alongside the fluffy naan. Close behind are the chicken tikka on naan, a chicken persian one reviewer calls unique, the butter chicken and lamb karahi, and lamb and chicken kebabs as starters. Reviewers describe the cooking as authentic and home made in style rather than the usual takeaway curry, with generous portions of meat. Several mention friendly service and fast delivery, and one group finished with kulfi and mukhwas. Suggestions from reviewers include ringing ahead on weekends and ordering the handi for three or four people. The caveats are mostly about service. Two reviewers say a staff member answered a question about Hyderabadi style biryani with "go to Hyderabad and eat there," and both rated the food only okay. Another says a chicken tikka masala requested not spicy arrived spicy, and the order was still charged in full. Praise for the lamb jalfrezi on that same order stands in contrast.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often praise the meat curries served in a pot, with the lamb handi and a pot of Tapela Gosh singled out alongside the fluffy naan. Close behind are the chicken tikka on naan, a chicken persian one reviewer calls unique, the butter chicken and lamb karahi, and lamb and chicken kebabs as starters. Reviewers describe the cooking as authentic and home made in style rather than the usual takeaway curry, with generous portions of meat. Several mention friendly service and fast delivery, and one group finished with kulfi and mukhwas. Suggestions from reviewers include ringing ahead on weekends and ordering the handi for three or four people. The caveats are mostly about service. Two reviewers say a staff member answered a question about Hyderabadi style biryani with "go to Hyderabad and eat there," and both rated the food only okay. Another says a chicken tikka masala requested not spicy arrived spicy, and the order was still charged in full. Praise for the lamb jalfrezi on that same order stands in contrast.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Hands down THE BEST curry place, very very reasonably priced and abundant portions, not stingy at all with the meat too. Butter chicken and lamb karahi top 2”
- Google user
“No BS, this place is great. Fabulous food, tasty food cooked to your own requirements. Service is great too, I love it here. Owner calls me “Patel” really don’t know why but, I don’t mind. 10/10 all the way. Well done and keep going. 👍🏽👍🏽”
- Google user
“Very friendly service Good desi style food. Must try lamb handi in pot. Ideally for 3 to 4 people. Also try lamb and chicken kebabs for starters. Recommended to ring and order about 20 minutes before on weekends”
- Google user
“I appreciate there delivery service it’s too fast and the food is always delicious each and every thing has its different taste .I always prefers to order from desi house😊”
- Google user
“This is a hidden treasure in Bolton. The food is freshly prepared, made to authentic recipes cooked in traditional styles. We ordered an Asian style pizza, thin crust packed with delicious toppings. The spicy donner cooked in a special sauce. And the pièce de résistance was the Tapela Gosh, which was a pot full of the most delicious meat curry you can imagine, accompanied by the fluffiest nan, available on demand. Even though there we were 8 hungry men, we were stuffed and there was even a little food left over. There’s always room for dessert and so we finished the meal with some creamy kulfi and a palate cleansing sweet mukhwas. A top eatery in the heart of Bolton, well worth a visit even if you’re from out of town (as we were) a real eastern delight. Cannot wait to return.”
Highlights
“NOTE: We are not available on Just eat and Uber eat. We are a fully dry, family-friendly establishment. Alcohol is strictly prohibited. Free Home Delivery Within 2 Miles Radius Outside 2 Miles add £1 Delivery, Extra £1 for BL3+. Minimum Order £17”
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Free parking lot
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
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- Casual
- Onsite services
- Free water refills
- Late-night food
- Solo dining
- Restroom
- Dining options· 4
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Offerings· 2
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
- Service options· 1
- Curbside pickup
- Atmosphere· 1
- Trendy
- Parking· 2
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Location
Indian Restaurants near Desi House
- Fusion Food3.51970.3 mi
pizza, chicken and chips, fries
- Little India Bolton4.2770.7 mi
on-time delivery, lamb tikka, chicken tikka tava
- K2 Morris Green Chippy4.12982.3 mi£1–10
chicken tikka kebab, chicken tikka masala, lamb persian with chilli sauce
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desi House | 4.4344 | — | £10–20 | chicken tikka on naan, lamb handi in pot, lamb karahi |
| Fusion Food | 3.5197 | 0.3 mi | — | pizza, chicken and chips, fries |
| Little India Bolton | 4.277 | 0.7 mi | — | on-time delivery, lamb tikka, chicken tikka tava |
| K2 Morris Green Chippy | 4.1298 | 2.3 mi | £1–10 | chicken tikka kebab, chicken tikka masala, lamb persian with chilli sauce |
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