WAYANAD TASTE
Quick info
About WAYANAD TASTE
Wayanad Taste is a Kerala restaurant on Manchester Rd in Oldham, serving a Kappa Biriyani made in the pal kappa style alongside the more familiar rice version. Kerala Porotta comes with beef fry or beef coconut fry, and the menu also runs to fish pollichathu, fish biriyani, and pothi beef biriyani, with pazhampori and beef on the side. Thattukada Chicken fry is offered as a spicy option, and nadan chai rounds out the drinks. The dining room is small, and the restaurant suggests take-away for groups of more than two. Soft Malayalam music plays in the background. Service is walk-in, with no reservations taken.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Usually plenty of parking
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention kerala porotta, kappa biriyani, fish biryani and beef fry.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention kerala porotta, kappa biriyani, fish biryani and beef fry.
Customer Review Summary
Kappa biriyani draws repeated praise, with one diner calling it the best they've had in the UK or Kerala, and it sits alongside the Kerala Porotta, described as crispy and flaky, and frequently paired with Beef Fry or Beef Coconut Fry. Close behind, reviewers highlight the Fish Pollichathu and fish biriyani, along with Thattukada Chicken for those wanting a spicier kick, and the Nadan chai gets called out as a satisfying finish. Portions come up again and again as generous and prices as reasonable, with staff described consistently as friendly, polite, and accommodating. The one recurring trade-off is space: one reviewer notes the room is quite tight and suggests takeaway is preferable for groups larger than two, calling service "excellent within their limitations." Several reviewers mention returning multiple times, with one noting their fifth visit and plans to keep coming back.
Customer Review Summary
Kappa biriyani draws repeated praise, with one diner calling it the best they've had in the UK or Kerala, and it sits alongside the Kerala Porotta, described as crispy and flaky, and frequently paired with Beef Fry or Beef Coconut Fry. Close behind, reviewers highlight the Fish Pollichathu and fish biriyani, along with Thattukada Chicken for those wanting a spicier kick, and the Nadan chai gets called out as a satisfying finish. Portions come up again and again as generous and prices as reasonable, with staff described consistently as friendly, polite, and accommodating. The one recurring trade-off is space: one reviewer notes the room is quite tight and suggests takeaway is preferable for groups larger than two, calling service "excellent within their limitations." Several reviewers mention returning multiple times, with one noting their fifth visit and plans to keep coming back.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“It’s really amazing delicious 😋 food.Very friendly service and a great customer service.Today was my 5th time eating here and definitely 💯 I will be back again.👌”
- Google user
“I’m not exaggerating, but the best kappa biriyani i have ever had either uk or back in kerala… trust mee…”
- Google user
“Really enjoyed my experience at Wayanad Taste. The food was full of flavour, fresh, and had a nice authentic Kerala-style taste. The portions were good and everything felt well prepared. Staff were polite and welcoming as well. Definitely a good place to try if you enjoy food, and I’d happily visit again.”
- Google user
“Absolutely Authentic Kerala Flavors – A Must-Visit! I recently visited this wayanad taste and it instantly transported me to the backwaters of God's Own Country! We started with crispy Kerala Porotta paired with rich Beef Fry – the flavors were perfectly balanced with fresh coconut, curry leaves, and bold spices. Fish pollichathu was outstanding – tangy, coconutty, and packed with authentic taste. The portions are generous, prices are very reasonable, and the service is friendly and attentive. They even played soft Malayalam music in the background, making the whole meal feel like home.”
- Google user
“We ordered pothichor, fish biriyani, pothi beef biriyani, pal kappa, pal porotta, pazhampori with beef, and thattukada chicken fry and everything was absolutely delicious! The best part was definitely the quantity of food. Generous portions and great taste made the whole experience even better. I’d definitely recommend giving this place a try!”
Highlights
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Free parking lot
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Casual
Show more amenities
- Quick bite
- Solo dining
- Parking· 2
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Service options· 1
- Delivery
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
Location
Restaurants near WAYANAD TASTE
- Gold Star3.62801.3 mi
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- Al Fayyaz3.63471.3 mi
donner kebab, chicken and chips, mixed grill naan
- Punjab Takeaway4.6741.4 mi£1–10Good for kids
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAYANAD TASTEGood for kids | 4.896 | — | £10–20 | kerala porotta, kappa biriyani, fish biryani |
| Gold Star | 3.6280 | 1.3 mi | — | jumbo kebab, chicken and chips biryani, fried chicken |
| Al Fayyaz | 3.6347 | 1.3 mi | — | donner kebab, chicken and chips, mixed grill naan |
| Punjab TakeawayGood for kids | 4.674 | 1.4 mi | £1–10 | chicken tikka, freshly made naan, samosa chaat |
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