The Taj
Indian
141 Main St, Prestwick KA9 1LA
Taj Bar and Kitchen in Prestwick has been a top choice for authentic Indian food for over forty years, making it the longest running family-owned restaurant in the town’s history. It’s not just a restaurant, though, as the family is keen to point out; it’s a destination which offers more than delicious food alone. Live music from local artists creates a lively, vibrant atmosphere for diners and the brand-new modern cocktail bar encourages you to stay, relax and sample some of the delightful drinks on the extensive menu before, during and after your meal.
Fresh, meticulously sourced ingredients (including far flung spices) are at the heart of the menu with a team of chefs working to craft the most authentic flavours and timeless classics that will transport you to the streets of India with every bite. Colours are fresh and vibrant, flavours are beautifully balanced, and dishes are enticingly fragrant offering diners a true celebration of taste and tradition.
Menus offer a blend of classic and innovative dishes so whether you have a long-held favourite or you’re ready to explore new flavour profiles, you’re guaranteed a meal to remember. The pakoras selection, for example, includes all the classics you might expect with the addition of a new honey chicken variety which comes tossed in a homemade honey sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds, spring onions and fresh coriander. When it comes to mains, you can enjoy a much-loved lamb rogan josh or try the Chef’s Special Biryani which brings basmati rice, lamb, prawns and chicken tikka together, cooked stir-fry style with garlic pickle and hot chilli sauce – a true flavour explosion.
Notable on the menu are the number of vegetarian and plant-based dishes which, far from being an afterthought, are an integral part of authentic Indian cuisine which has always favoured an abundance of vegetables, lentils, legumes, herbs and spices in the kitchen. Daal Makhani (lentils slow cooked with garlic, ginger and whole cumin seeds) and Aloo Gobi (potato and cauliflower tossed with ginger, tomatoes, garam masala and coriander) are highlights which show just how delicious the meat free options can be when prepared with care and attention.
Whether enjoying a business lunch, an intimate evening or a large group celebration you are guaranteed exceptional food, attentive service and the warmest of welcomes. Prepare to indulge your senses and be transported to faraway places as you experience the spirit of India.
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