Rajdoot Tandoori in Manchester

Super midweek dinner at the Rajdoot - we had great food and excellent service. Very reasonably priced due to the January discount. I used to go to the Rajdoot Tandoori in Dublin many years ago (gone since 2005, sadly) and it was wonderful to visit the Manchester restaurant.

Service excellent, great value (apart from popodoms!) and really delicious food and drinks.

A hidden gem with absolutely delicious north Indian food, especially the Tandoori Chicken and the Paratha! All our servers were very friendly and the restaurant itself was perfect. Amazing value too, especially with the deal in January. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great Indian in Manchester!

Disappointing food. Indian food is not cooked according to Indian taste. It’s more for the west. Bland, tangy, tomato ketchup-sort gravy for majority dishes. Had to send back the Makhan paneer and was replaced with a chilli paneer which was also very disappointing. I see a similar review 3 months ago but clearly the restaurant doesn’t consider to action on customer feedback. Overall 2 stars because the chana masala and the breads were still edible.

Stunning atmosphere, thorough and amazing service, very friendly waiters and 10/10 food. Can’t fault it.

We had the set menu for 1 meat eater and 4 vegetarians. The food was delicious and the service was great start to finish. We 100% recommend this place!

I’ve come here quite a few times with friends and family. It’s my favourite spot in Manchester and I’ve lived here for almost 10 years. All of their curries are delicious but I would say if you want your curry spicy then ask for it spicy and they are more than happy to accomodate. The place is decorated perfectly and they serve authentic Nepalese food. We love Imraan and the owner Sant!

Lovely dinner for our work Christmas meal. Great service, lovely seating area when you walk in, we were asked to review the menus and place order, and then we'll be seated. Service was excellent and no issues with food coming. Food overall very nice, the saag gohst was awesome, favorite dish of the night. The chicken on the mixed grill was also great. Would recommend.

Good food. Enjoyable atmosphere. Sat at reception to order. Soon at our table. A bit chaotic getting the items we ordered. Even more chaotic asking for more drinks or coffee. Had to ask twice for Irish coffee for one of us. Had to ask twice for some more drinks. Dishes and drinks were handed to us instead of placed on the table. Some younger staff need training on serving and waiting on customers!

Amazing atmosphere and service. The food was also top quality. I will be back!

Went to the Christmas Markets which were very busy and then needed to sit down, in a comfortable and relaxing place to enjoy a good meal. The Rajdoot didn’t disappoint! Despite not having a reservation, they accommodated us straight away. We haven’t been for a couple of years but were greeted as if we were there last week. The decor was as beautiful as ever, staff just so helpful and as for the food … what can I say??? Out of this world. I went for a chicken shashlik starter followed by the Nepalese chicken dish on the house specials (think it was called a ‘jhol’ but apologies if I’ve spelt it wrong). It was quite literally the tastiest meal I’ve had in ages. The rest of our group were as impressed as I was. Thanks you guys - it was amazing! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

What a fabulous restaurant Rajdoot is...been going here for many years now and every visit is amazing. Firstly the staff...Sant Jamuna and Imran to name a few...they are all wonderful with their attention to detail and always welcome you...the food is gorgeous too...Makhan chicken always a favourite.. the special starters and delicious nan bread...authentic decor make this restaurant so special and a must to visit 😋 👌

Un restaurante muy bueno. Las comidas se cocinan frescas, así que tuve que esperar un poco más, pero vale la pena esperar. Aunque es un indio, tiene un ligero toque nepalés y chico es excelente. Tenía el pollo chile bhuna, tiendas de corderos y ghosh cordero bhuna. Todo excelente y el gusto era increíble.

Great food that is freshly prepared and well worth a visit.

Lovely atmosphere, fantastic service and tasty food. Will definitely come again : )

Had a great time, food was delicious & so was the service. Imran was particularly lovely. Will be back!

Excellent food, drinks and service even for a large group like ours.

Had a great lunch here, the vegetarian options were unreal and I would really really recommend any vegetarian to try.

Went for a birthday lunch last month with 5 other members of my family. Lovely family run business, amazing service and delicious food.

Excellent dinner experience at Rajdoot! Food taste and quality is unmatched - I would highly recommend lamb chillie bhuna with peshwari naan (literally the best Peshwari naan I have tired) - trust the combination and thank me later! What made the experience wholesome for me was the staff. They were so warm and welcoming - shoutout to the sisters 🙌🏽 Thankful for an incredible evening after my hectic day at work! Can’t wait to come back 😁

The lunch menu should be avoided given the ridiculous quantity (two pieces of chicken) The taste is present.

A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Manchester Raj Doot Tandoori Restaurant is truly a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Manchester. After trying numerous curry houses throughout the city, this place stands out as a warm and welcoming haven that feels like home every time I visit. Unparalleled Flavours and Ambiance. The Duck Chilli Garlic dish is my personal favourite, but the incredible Peshwari Naan is a close second. Each bite transports me to a world of authentic North Indian cuisine that rivals any other restaurant I've tried. The flavours are rich, bold, and perfectly balanced, creating an experience that leaves me craving Raj Doot over any other curry house in Manchester. What sets Raj Doot apart is its friendly staff who treat every guest like family. From the moment you walk in, you're enveloped in a warm atmosphere that feels far removed from trendy pop-ups or Instagram hotspots. Instead, it's a beautifully crafted dining experience that showcases the true essence of Indian cuisine. Whether you're a meat-eater, vegetarian, or vegan, Raj Doot caters to all tastes while maintaining its authenticity. It's truly Manchester's best-kept secret - a central gem that deserves recognition as one of the city's top restaurants. Raj Doot Tandoori Restaurant is an absolute must-visit destination for anyone seeking authentic Indian cuisine in Manchester.

The best Indian food. Can’t wait to return.

Nicely welcoming place, good draft beer, food was hot, tasty and fresh. I'd definitely come again. Don't be greedy and eat the starter the second of comes out, burnt my mouth 😅

I called the restaurant and the guy that answered was being so rude after hanging up on me two time then asked me so rudely what do you want! I told him it’s rude to speak to customer like that and he said ok! I’ve been to this place more for the past few years with the family I’m a loyal customer but this is so disrespectful and disappointing.

Rajdoot Tandoori is one of our favourite Nepalese/Indian restaurant in Manchester. Located in Albert Square, they welcome you in, take your order in a cozy lounge with a beverage, before seating your party. Once you are seated at your table, if you’ve ordered poppadoms or starters they are waiting for you and you can start enjoying your dining experience right away while you wait for your main courses. We have previously dined with larger parties but on this occasion it was just my husband and myself. We started with some poppadoms and then we each ordered a main and shared a garlic naan. He had the lamb bhuna gosht with rice and I enjoyed the chicken tikka biriyani. Both meals were cooked to perfection and we didn’t leave a crumb behind. Having dined here before we were aware of the generous portion sizes which is why we didn’t order a starter for just the 2 of us. My husband enjoyed a Cobra lager and I had a fizzy water as well and our bill came to a very reasonable £55 for all. Quite an enjoyable meal in a lovely atmosphere with very attentive staff. A perfect date night, wholly enjoyed and we look forward to our next visit. Only regret was forgetting to take a photo lol

Yesterday me ,my brother and my parents went to rajdoot tandoori,best indian restaurant in Manchester ,with an excellent location and relaxing atmosphere .we ordered chicken biryani .I mist say the best biryani we had so far.The quantity is more than enough for one people with that price ...we left with full bellies .Would 100%recommend.And the preety girl name suzata made sure we enjoyed our meal.great service by her really impressed.

Lovely food and lovely service. Imran was so kind and went the extra length for me and my family.

Best indian in manchester by far. Unreal food and service

This gem of a restaurant was just perfect. I am very happy my friend and i came across Rajdoot on our one night in Manchester. It filled our lust for Indian with a beaut entree, Paneer Shashlik, that we shared and my Lamb Pasanda was absolutely delicious. It was topped off when we learned all the desserts were made on site so of course we had to try. Yum. The atmosphere was relaxed, colourful and enjoyable along with the price. Staff were elegant and efficient and we had a thoroughly great evening. Thank you.

This is one of the best Indian restaurants in Manchester have had to dine. The ambience was relaxing. The staff were really friendly while the food was amazing especially home made deserts. Had a great customer Service by one sujata. Didn't get to pick the name well. felt so happy and definitely going to be returning back.

Had a really lovely and enjoyable meal. Catered for me perfectly being a vegan. Staff were attentive. The atmosphere was absolutely lovely. Would definitely recommend this restaurant

Disappointed!!! This restaurant is not suited for Ind/Pak Asians; most curries taste overly tomato-based, and the portion sizes are quite small. We were hoping for more variety and quality. The only positive was the ambience, but we were truly disappointed, especially since all the dishes we tried were supposed chef specialties. Staff were warm and welcoming, we appreciate that.

Really great food! One of the best in Manchester. Served really well by Sujata.

Such a wonderful family run restaurant, the food and service were absolutely incredible and they handled our large group of 10 people on a busy Friday night with total ease. Will be back very soon!

Amazing, love this place 10/10 Great for gluten free

Incredible evening with the most delicious food! The staff were incredible and so helpful. Had the best night and will definitely be back

Fantastic restaurant and excellent food! Was a little dubious at the start with the location and if it would be too tourist focused as we are local but we went with some friends who recommended the restaurant and had a fantastic time. Great food, lovely atmosphere and would really recommend :)

Nice ambience and superb service.

The food was amazing ,best Indian restaurant in Manchester and the staff named sujata did a great service . I would love to visit again

First time after a couple of years and I was impressed as always. We had tbe meet platter and it was amazing. Best garlic naan I've had in years and the Kulfi as dessert it was just delightful. We had a great time: delicious food, incredible service and a very nice atmosphere. Imran and Prabath are very welcoming and helpful. Sant, the owner, came to say hi and to make sure we were enjoying our dinner.

Had dinner tonight in Rajdoot and it did not dissapoint! Everything was cooked to perfection and the service from Imran, Pravat and the owner Sant could have not been any better! Compliments to the chefs as well! Definitely recommended if you are in Manchester city centre

Fantastic service Excellent staff Great food Brilliant location

Nice place. Food poor. Jalfrazi lamb hadn't even a hint of curry, and looked like it was a reheat. Maybe I picked the wrong meal.

An absolutely wonderful restaurant with phenomenal food and incredible service. The decor is also beautiful.

Excellent service and really good food.

Amazing food and service. Relaxing atmosphere in the restaurant and music was at the perfect level for conversations. Our waiter Imran was lovely to speak to and looked after us. Will definitely try again in the future

Enjoyed a marvellous lunch here today. Ordered from the lunch menu and added a couple of extra dishes. The starters- chicken tikka, chicken shashlik and tandoori lamb chops were succulent and really tasty. The mains- lamb rogan josh, chilli chicken garlic and chicken jhol were delicately spiced and flavoursome. Poppadoms and nan bread were spot on. The service from Imran and the team was faultless. Many thanks.

We just had lunch at this restaurant the food was delicious, service excellent, I would highly recommend going at lunchtime price for 2 course meal was a really food deal my highest compliments to the chef and Imran our waiter .

Interesting place, and good menu. Generally a good experience except the Peshwari naan was just a plain naan covered in honey (naughty), and they take their own tip by adding it to the bill (which I hate). It would have been full marks otherwise.

I came here for the 1st time tonight and will definitely be coming again. The food was gorgeous and the owner and waiters was very friendly they couldn't do enough for you.

Amazing warm service and food from Rajdoot - it’s one of my favourite places to go when visiting Manchester. Sant, Jamuna and Imran made sure we had the best experience. The chilli garlic and coriander naan and the momo was to die for and we left full bellies and leftovers. Would 100% recommend!

Yesterday, my wife and I had an amazing lunch at Rajdoot. With an excellent location and an amazing atmosphere, this place is a must-have if you're in Mancehester and enjoy indian food. The place has been around for more than 50 years, and its food does it justice! We had the launch menu, I ordereed shish kekab as a started and chilli chicken garlic as a main dish, both absolutely amazing! Imran our server was very nice, and they gave us sweet naan braed, with honey and nuts, as a courtesy, mind-blowing!

Excellent Indian restaurant experience. My husband's colleagues recommended we go there for lunch and it was definitely a good choice. We were welcomed in a well-decorated anteroom and at mealtime we were taken to another room. All very typical Indian. Excellent food and attention needless to say. They gave us a very delicious dessert. And also, they treated us comfortably since we had a 1-year-old baby. I recommend this place for locals and foreigners who want to try delicious Indian food!

I visited Rajdoot whilst on a family trip to Manchester. I was welcomed warmly by happy staff and seated at our table. The waiter, Imran, was quick and attentive throughout, helping us to choose a wonderful variety of dishes. The food was lovely. We were stuffed and had some to take home. All in all, a top meal, and we will certainly be back.

Amazing curry house in the centre of town. I've been coming for 10 years every meal is 5*

We were a party of 20. Jamuna was an excellent organiser giving us the group menus and keeping up to date with all our changes. The food and service were, as always, excellent. The staff served us friendliness and efficient service. Highly recommended. David

Excellent curry house. Staff so attentive and nothing is too work for them. Been to many curry houses but this has to be one of the best !

I've eaten a lot of curries in my time, and this was up there in the top 10. Fantastic food, venue and friendly service. Will definitely return when back in Manchester.

Great atmosphere, superb service. Nothing was too much trouble. Excellent advice on our order and delicious food. Absolutely no complaints. We will be back. 100% recommend

At one of the most established restaurants we were treated to a feast of Indian cuisine. Friendly, excellent service with top class food.

I was a few times already in this restaurant, delicious food, incredible service, welcoming atmosphere. One of the best Indian restaurant in Manchester. My favour dishes are lamb chops and lamp with spinach, for all lambs fans for sure worth to try it ! I was there last Sunday and defenitly I will be back again!

I was a few times already in this restaurant, delicious food, incredible service, welcoming atmosphere. One of the best Indian restaurant in Manchester. My favour dishes are lamb chops and lamp with spinach, for all lambs fans for sure worth to try it ! I was there last Sunday and defenitly I will be back again!

This was the best lamb jalfrezi I’ve ever had! Overall the food was delicious and the service was impeccable. Highly recommend.

Food was absolutely amazing! Tasty cocktails!Loved the relaxing vibe of the restaurant. Staff were attentive, friendly and informative. Thank you, will definitely be returning!

Absolutely amazing Indian, so welcoming and authentic dining experience. Would highly recommend!

Absolutely delicious food, cocktails were lovely too. Staff were friendly and attentive. Will be returning as soon as possible

Best in Manchester by far. 11/10 every time.

Visited as party of 8 on a busy Saturday evening. Slight confusion with pre order ( probably my spreadsheet and not helped by one guest eating chicken and thinking it was cod!) Issue quickly resolved and enjoyed really good food. Lamb chops excellent. Chicken bhuna I asked for Madras but was still slightly mild for me but great flavours. Will be back! ( it’s not our first visit )

Love it, food was great, service was great, forget all the new swanky,so called trendy places,nice change to actually dine in an authentic Indian restaurant that feels like an Indian restaurant, definitely worth a look

Walked past this place a million times and can't believe I'd never been in before. Food & service was excellent and so reasonably priced. A hidden (in plain sight) gem.

Very delicious food served and good service provided by Sujata, I really had a good time in Rajdoot.

We enjoyed a delicious meal at dinner time while our trip to Manchester . The food and service were excellent as always specially Prabhat was very attentive and friendly,He explained everything and made our dinner experience wonderful.Must visit with your friends and family.

I go to a lot of restaurants and was expecting a bit of something special here related to prices and 10% charge that is added to bill no matter what. Decor is nice but some bits don't go. Staff are also nice. The starter was nice but rest was average. i was disappointed with the tea that was suppose to be masala chai ( tasted more of a flavoured tea bag ) Not what i was expecting from fine dinning.

I would give negative points to this place if I could. If you've had a positive experience here, count yourself very lucky. However, if you're seeking authentic Indian cuisine in Manchester, steer clear of this place, there are a lot of better options out there. The food was subpar, and when we expressed our dissatisfaction, the owner responded with arrogance, questioning why we even ate there. It's a disappointment for Indian cuisine and hospitality. They even failed to master the basic Dal Makhani. Moreover, they insist on taking orders before seating, and seem displeased if you order sparingly. Never been treated this way in any restaurant, they just ruined my evening. Save your money, time, mood and explore other eateries with more favorable reviews. Don't make the same mistake I did. You're welcome.

Stunning food. A wonderful family run restaurant. The food is so fresh and tender, and the flavour is 100%. Anytime we get to Manchester, we have always gone here for dinner. Very reasonably priced for city centre. And you certainly don't leave hungry. Our daughter has ranked this her 2nd favourite Indian restaurant but 1st for the poppadoms, and she loves her grub!!

Absolutely great experience, definitely recommend to all.

Best Indian in city centre . Faultless 🔥🔥🔥

The worst Indian I have been to by far!! Keema muttar was a joke!! Why is it saucy and tomato based - an insult! The platter was a waste of time, abysmal! Dry, overcooked just blah! Not worse the time of day!

We enjoyed a delicious meal at lunchtime today. The food and service were excellent as always. A real treat at any time of year but especially after lots of turkey and tinsel! The ambience and spice was very welcome! A special thanks to our friendly waiter from Chorlton! We'll definitely be back x

Had lovely meal great value for money in the centre of Town

Whenever craving for Indian food at Manchester can come here. Quite decent Indian food taste.

Amazing food great serving and loved the candle box to keep food warm.

Food not worth the money, korma is nothing like korma! Dosent taste like indian at all! Dont recommend. Saga loo was disgusting! Chicken was made grilled.

The best for authentic Indian Cuisine

I always make a point of coming here when I'm in Manchester - I live in Canada now and there is nowhere here that I have found that can match the old-school luxury feeling of rajdoot. The food is always excellent as well, but I can find good food in lots of places. However I can't find this blast from the past anywhere else - there is a reason it's been around for so long. Looking forward to my next visit the next time I'm across the pond.

Excellent service Excellent food.

Great food. Second visit and can't complain.

Food so bland I thought that my taste buds had been anaesthetised - not even basic onion and garlic had been added. My korma was cream mixed with turmeric. Chutneys poor too - onions tasted old and dry and mango was way too sweet. Expensive for what it is. Save your money and go to Rice and Three, Northern Quarter instead.

A lovely experience from start to finish. The decor is ambient, traditional and comfortable. It really gives you a feel that this restaurant is serious about the experience. Otherwise, it’s my kind of curry house. It’s nice sit down first in the soft area before going to your table and have a drink. The staff are very helpful, pleasant, and will go out of their way to make the experience better. The curry was great, full of flavour and the portion size was perfect. I’m a fan of the candle box warmer on the table that keeps the curry pots warm. Best wishes from Tom and Josh! 🎊

Great family run curry house. Lovely vibe inside, staff all very helpful and try to go that extra distance to help. Foods great too, definitely worth checking out.

I picked this restaurant after reading the reviews, goodness knows where they have come from. My dinner was burnt, my keema naan was given to me half way through my meal and it was caked in salt, the chicken was that tough it bent my fork. I certainly won’t be coming back here again.

Been coming to Rajdoot for years. One of the best chicken korahi dishes I've ever had. They don't use base gravy as in British Indian Restaurant (BIR), as they cook it traditional method, with pestle and mortar to grind the fresh spices. You can taste the delicious spices expertly mixed and blended, along with the fragrant coriander. The pilau rice is superb and comes with golden fried onions for extra flavour. The garlic naan has actual pieces of garlic inside the bread unlike most restaurants, that simply use a pastry brush to spread a paste after being grilled in the tandoor. A true legend of the Manchester authentic curry scene.

Really classy place and food of the highest calibre

the food was so bland. ordered Jalfrezi and it was so bland a match would have been hotter. food very tepid. was not impressed and will not go again

Accommodating of large group booking and the selection of the Set Menu A was superb way to taste our way through their wide range of food. The addition of the candlelit hot plates helped to keep all the individual bowls hot so we didn't have to rush eating - personal highlight was the flavoursome and crispy peshwari naans.

RAW CHICKEN!! I would not recommend going to this restaurant. I asked for a chicken korma. Firstly, it did not taste like a chicken korma and secondly the chicken was raw (see picture for reference).

Beautifully cooked food, very friendly staff. Would recommend and definitely return!

When we went we were 4 people and we ordered 3 starters and 1 mains but the waiter told us that we must order 4 mains as we are 4 people and that is the rule . We were shocked and disappointed by what waiter said . As we found it very illogical to order mains as many people we were . Would not recommend . Hospitality must be improved and should treat customers better

The draught beer was awful, tasted watered down or line cleaner. The poppadoms and plates were also awful. Had cod starter, palletable. Main was OK, didn't feel too heavy. Will not return!