Taste Of India - Westhill

Upon entering, I was surprised to find that we were the only customers at that hour, but it was early on a holiday weekend. Soon enough, a couple more tables filled up. What impressed me most about the menu was its authenticity; the dishes were genuinely Indian and categorized into vegetarian, non-vegetarian, North Indian, and South Indian options. The bread selection was also delightful, featuring Roti, Chapattis, Dosa, and Paratha, in addition to the usual Naan. They also offer a variety of Tiffin items and Biryanis, and thankfully, there was no mention of European dishes! Service was prompt, with our drink orders taken right away and the Poppadoms served quickly as appetizers. I chose the Chicken Pepper Fry, while my family ordered the Lamb Pathia and Chicken Pathia. To accompany our meal, we shared a Tandoori Roti, two portions of Jeera rice (one would have sufficed), and a Kerala Paratha filled with spiced potatoes. The food arrived in about 20 minutes, hot and beautifully presented on warmed plates. The portion sizes were definitely the largest I've encountered in any Indian restaurant. My only complaint was with the Poppadoms; they were rather average, and the accompanying sauces didn't impress—just some coarse chopped spiced onions, yogurt, and a mango 'jam' that was too thick. Compared to the quality of the mains, this initial offering didn’t really set our expectations high for the main courses. However, this was a minor issue, as it was just an appetizer after all, albeit one that could use some improvement. That said, we all thoroughly enjoyed our meals and even sampled each other’s main dishes. The tasty accompaniments for the breads were a lovely surprise and added greatly to the overall experience. This restaurant is a true gem, serving authentic Indian cuisine at a very reasonable price, complemented by excellent service. Three alcoholic drinks each, combined with our meals, brought the total to just over £70. Don’t let the restaurant's location in the Westhill Shopping Centre (opposite M&S Simply Food) deter you—this place is exceptional, and you won’t be disappointed!