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Madras Cafe Glasgow

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4.7 out of 5 stars4.7(2,349 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 141 237 1819
120 Stockwell St, Glasgow G1 4LW, United Kingdom

About Madras Cafe Glasgow

On Stockwell Street, Madras Cafe Glasgow is an Indian restaurant covering North and South Indian dishes alongside seafood grills and street food. Curries come with mango keema naan on the side, and rice is served with green apple pickles and onion chutney. Recurring plates include lamb chops, samosas, aloo tikki, king prawns, and pakoras, and the menu carries vegan options for those who want them. Kulfi pistachio and malai round out the dessert list. The restaurant is walk-in, with table service once seated. Some diners have been given a complimentary dessert alongside their meal.

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Menu & Prices

68 dishes · mains £5–40
  • Amritsari Lamb Chops£22.95
  • Madaresee Chicken Tikka£19.95
  • Tandoori Pomfret£22.95
  • Paneer Tikka Meal£16.95
  • Sea Bream Pollichathu£21.95
  • Tandoori Sea Bass£21.95
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Reviews

4.7/5
2,349 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention lamb chops, aloo tikki, samosas and pakoras and king prawn dishes.

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1,969
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230
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71

Customer Review Summary

Lamb chops draw the most praise at Madras Cafe, described as "like butter" and finished by one diner's dog with the bones. Close behind are the starters: samosas, veg pakora and aloo tikki, with the pakora sauce called the best one reviewer has tasted, plus crab and lamb cutlets. Seafood curries also earn mentions, including king prawn Goan curry and monkfish curry, with mango keema naan for soaking up the sauces. Reviewers describe the heat as spicy but good, and one asked for extra yogurt to balance it. Vegan diners found a great choice on the menu, and several mention generous portions, friendly staff and the chef's awards. Dessert gets a nod too, including kulfi and a complimentary sweet on an anniversary visit. The caveat comes from a minority. One reviewer found the curries and breads average and nothing memorable, with the fried crab better than the main meal, and another called the Paneer Frenchie just okay. A takeout order arrived with sturdy containers and an unexpected extra onion chutney that one diner loved with rice.

Featured reviews

  • Google user
    “Visited Madras Cafe recently. The fried crab was okay and ended up being better than the main meal. The curries and Indian breads were just average nothing particularly memorable, but they were decent enough. Overall, it was an okay experience, though I was expecting a bit more from the main dishes.”
  • Google user
    “Visited for our anniversary and absolutely loved it. The king prawns and aloo tikki were exceptional, and the service from Shihab and Pankaj made the evening even more special—especially the complimentary dessert. Highly recommend for anyone wanting authentic Indian, especially South Indian dishes. Huge thanks to Chef Shabu for the amazing food.”
  • Google user
    “We randomly walked into this restaurant. Im staying close by in an airbnb and I'm so happy i did. Best Indian food Ive had EVER!! When i got married in NY we went to eat at a beautiful Indian restaurant and this place makes my NY place look like McDonalds food, kidding bc they're great but my goodness this place was spectacular. Highly recommend this location. If you're in Glasgow this is the place. My 10 year old son ordered more naan after finishing his food bc its that good. The chef has multiple awards for his style of cooking. You' need to try his food once in your life. Thanks Chef Shabu <33”
  • Google user
    “As an American visiting Scotland for the first time this was my favorite meal this trip! We got the veg pakora and samosas which was fantastic! The aloo tikki was good, and the Paneer Frenchie was just okay. Overall be prepared for things to be spicy, but good spicy. Asked for extra yogurt to balance it. Service with Shihab was amazing and shoutout to our chef Shabu. Dessert was the kulfi pistachio and malai and affogato that was amazing! Will be back!”
  • Google user
    “Great food from the best chef Shabu. No wonder he's won awards for his tasty food. Frankie roll and pakoras were first class. Pakora Sauce is the best I've ever tasted. The two guys Shihab and Kashem are excellent , helpful and so friendly. Will return again soon”

Hours

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Good to know

“Cosy curry house serving classic North & South Indian fare, along with seafood grills & street food.”

  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Location

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