Indian Cottage Cheltenham
Quick info
About Indian Cottage Cheltenham
On Tennyson Rd in Cheltenham, Indian Cottage is an Indian restaurant with reservations required. The menu runs from the mixed grill starter and onion bhaji to mains like Pathiala chicken, jalfrezi, and a Madras option that can be made extra spicy. Achari chicken and lamb biryani appear alongside garlic rice, and Peshwari naan rounds out the bread selection. Orders placed for takeout or collection receive a discount, giving diners a way to enjoy the same menu away from the dining room. Parking nearby can be tricky, so allow extra time when arriving by car.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Usually plenty of parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Kids' menu · Family-friendly
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention peshwari naan, mixed grill starter, lamb biryani and achari chicken.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention peshwari naan, mixed grill starter, lamb biryani and achari chicken.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently point to the mixed grill starter and the peshwari naan as standouts, with several also singling out the lamb biryani for its juicy lamb and flavorful rice and the extra spicy jalfrezi and madras for reviewers who like heat. Takeaway orders come up often too, praised for generous portions, freshness, and food that arrives in excellent condition even via delivery. Friendly, attentive staff and prompt service are mentioned across nearly every review, and one diner without a booking was still accommodated without trouble. A couple of notes recur on the quieter side: one reviewer found the pathiala chicken sauce a bit too sweet for their taste, and another felt the restaurant is often quiet and could use more atmosphere, alongside a mention that nearby parking can be tricky. One reviewer recalls getting 20% off for collecting a takeout order.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently point to the mixed grill starter and the peshwari naan as standouts, with several also singling out the lamb biryani for its juicy lamb and flavorful rice and the extra spicy jalfrezi and madras for reviewers who like heat. Takeaway orders come up often too, praised for generous portions, freshness, and food that arrives in excellent condition even via delivery. Friendly, attentive staff and prompt service are mentioned across nearly every review, and one diner without a booking was still accommodated without trouble. A couple of notes recur on the quieter side: one reviewer found the pathiala chicken sauce a bit too sweet for their taste, and another felt the restaurant is often quiet and could use more atmosphere, alongside a mention that nearby parking can be tricky. One reviewer recalls getting 20% off for collecting a takeout order.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“The food here was great! Generally pretty light, and never stodgy like some places. I'm usually picking up a takeaway rather than eating in, but have struggled to find anywhere else in Cheltenham that comes close to here. Great food, good prices, and the staff are always really friendly. If you're reading this, just give these guys a try. Photo: Achari Chicken, Garlic Rice, Onion Bahji”
- Google user
“I went to the India Cottage for the first time tonight. It was a very good dining experience. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and very good food. We hadn’t booked, but they accommodated us with no problems. Recommended.”
- Google user
“Came here with my family for a dinner after not seeing each other for a while. The service was impeccable and the food even more so! Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area!”
- Google user
“Absolutely brilliant! We asked for an extra spicy jalfrezi....and we got it! The madras was superb too, along with the sides. Thank you very much, we will definitely be back 😊”
- Google user
“I ordered a takeaway through Uber Eats and was really impressed. The food was so, so good, full of flavour and clearly made with fresh ingredients. Portion sizes were generous, presentation was great even for takeaway, and everything arrived in excellent condition. Prices are very reasonable too. Definitely recommend!”
Highlights
“Exclusive Indian Restaurant.”
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
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- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Casual
- Beer
- Offerings· 7
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Dining options· 3
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 1
- Usually plenty of parking
- Planning· 2
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Service options· 1
- Delivery
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Location
Indian Restaurants near Indian Cottage Cheltenham
- 4.8 mi£20–30
kadai paneer, lamb nigiri, biryani with raita
- Spice House4.54354.8 mi£10–20
lamb naga curry, chutney tray, poppadoms
- Polash4.55295.2 mi away£20–30
generous meat portions, good quality meat, reasonably priced
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Cottage Cheltenham | 4.5356 | — | £10–30 | peshwari naan, mixed grill starter, lamb biryani |
| Kartoos Indian Restaurant | 4.8221 | 4.8 mi | £20–30 | kadai paneer, lamb nigiri, biryani with raita |
| Spice House | 4.5435 | 4.8 mi | £10–20 | lamb naga curry, chutney tray, poppadoms |
| Polash | 4.5529 | 5.2 mi away | £20–30 | generous meat portions, good quality meat, reasonably priced |
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