
Babar Elephant
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About Babar Elephant
On Morecambe Rd in Lancaster, Babar Elephant is an Indian restaurant set in a 17th-century building with exposed stone. The kitchen prepares traditional Indian dishes across an extensive menu, with flatbreads and chapatis served alongside the mains. Staff bring dietary guidance for those asking about vegan or ital options, and meals are brought to the table by waitstaff who introduce themselves. The restaurant takes walk-ins and opens daily. Birthdays are marked with a free drink and a small gift from the team, and entertainment packages can be arranged for events such as Christmas and New Year.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention vegan lemon steamed rice, flatbreads and chapatis, bhuna and garlic bread.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention vegan lemon steamed rice, flatbreads and chapatis, bhuna and garlic bread.
Customer Review Summary
Attentive, welcoming staff dominate the praise, with several diners recalling front-of-house recommendations, including a vegan lemon steamed rice singled out as standout and a bhuna described as the best dish at the table. Close behind, flatbreads and chapatis draw specific mention for being cooked well rather than salty or bland, and multiple reviewers point to staff going out of their way for birthdays, with free drinks and gifts making the evening feel personal. A few note reasonably priced, well-chilled drinks and one wished for a bit more rice with the meal. Against this run of strongly positive dine-in accounts, one reviewer describes a takeaway order over £45 arriving with dry, cold chicken and garlic bread they found inedible. Several reviewers say they plan to return, one specifically for Christmas or New Year.
Customer Review Summary
Attentive, welcoming staff dominate the praise, with several diners recalling front-of-house recommendations, including a vegan lemon steamed rice singled out as standout and a bhuna described as the best dish at the table. Close behind, flatbreads and chapatis draw specific mention for being cooked well rather than salty or bland, and multiple reviewers point to staff going out of their way for birthdays, with free drinks and gifts making the evening feel personal. A few note reasonably priced, well-chilled drinks and one wished for a bit more rice with the meal. Against this run of strongly positive dine-in accounts, one reviewer describes a takeaway order over £45 arriving with dry, cold chicken and garlic bread they found inedible. Several reviewers say they plan to return, one specifically for Christmas or New Year.
Featured reviews
- Hayley liz
“The WHOLE experience here is 10/10 every single time without fail. The service is impeccable, every single member of staff goes above and beyond. Genuine conversations and just a fantastic environment. The food is also top tier. Honestly such a gem and lucky to have this place in our City ❤️”
- Daniel Seed
“We had a lovely meal. Great staff who were very attentive and made us feel welcome. They were all professional. The food was tasty and at a good price. A bit more rice would be welcome. Nice to see the entertainment packages. Overall, a great experience. We will be back at Christmas/New Year.”
- jack fisher
“After spending over £45 for 2 pick up meals and having to have a glass of water after eating a bit of chicken as its that dry. cold (garlic) never seen garlic before breads. Shiteeeee”
- John DiGiallonardo
“Fantastic Indian restaurant with a great atmosphere, food , and service. The food is outstanding only to be topped by their service. Very friendly wait staff with knowledgeable recommendations for everyone including those with dietary restrictions. I'd eat here every day!”
- Allan Terry
“A great night out, excellent food and impeccable service, the attention given to our party was outstanding. Thank you for a fantastic evening. The choice of dishes on the menu is quite extensive, The staff were very good at telling us the ingredients and the style of cooking. Could not improve this in any way.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Contemporary restaurant in 17th-century building with exposed stone, for traditional Indian cuisine.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
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