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DELICIOUS. AUTHENTIC. A CUT ABOVE THE REST. At Madras Cafe, we don't do short cuts. No easy fixes. We aspire to do things the right way. Using recipes that are true to their roots, wholesome natural ingredients, and classical cooking techniques. Our food is actually cooked in our own kitchens, from scratch, by our amazing chefs who absolutely love their jobs and love feeding people! We offer quality and honest food. Everything we create in our kitchen is sublime, from the textures to the flavours. We aim to enhance and elevate the Indian classics and street food. As nature is generous with her many colours and palate, you will find her in the finely blended flavours in all the dishes we present,
PRICE RANGE
US$13 - US$38
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Halal, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
Indian, Asian, Healthy, Balti, Street Food
FEATURES
Delivery, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed yesterday

The food qas amazing specially d biriyani was very authentic taste.service and food both 5/5.Hopefully ll visit again

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 3 days ago

Back again, same lovely warm welcome, and pleasant atmosphere. The food here is top notch, as is the service, definitely recommend for those who enjoy real Indian food.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 3 days ago

My partner and I wanted something quick, healthy and delicious for lunch whilst in Glasgow for the day and jumped into the Madras Cafe for masala dosas. They were absolutely fabulous, cooked to perfection and even included their own unique beetroot salsa which was delish!...So good and the cafe is really pretty and the staff very attentive and helpful. We will definitely be back for a more leisurely meal soon. Thank you so much, all the best, PamMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 days ago

Have been here before and came back because we wanted a bit more than the usual "Indian". Started with aloo tike and veg pakora nicely presented. Then had a chicken biryani and a masala dosa. But great as usual the masala dosa is the best...value in town.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 days ago

Great place for authentic Indian cuisine. I’ve had a few dosa in my time but this was amazing…crisp, fresh dosa with amazing accompaniment’s. Chicken and veg pakora were excellent also, please also try the malabar paratha..nice and light with not too much oil. Would definitely...recommend!More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Amazing food with great service and staff. The food and flavours are amazing, unlike any I’ve tasted anywhere before. Can't wait to return with the rest of my family.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago

We Loved it! Very good family meal the food was amazing definetly going to go back. The food is so beautiful and the service was so good I definetly recommend this place

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago

Lovely meal served by the friendliest and most helpful staff of any restaurant I’ve been too. Took time to explain the dishes and even phoned for a taxi for us after the meal. We will be back.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Absolutely lovely. Excellent food. Very pleasant service. Nice serving size and good produce used. We were all very pleased.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Fabulous night out with delicious food and lovely, cheerful staff. The food was varied and offered lots of different choices. One of our party didn't like food that was too spicy and they were well catered for too. We would all definitely recommend the Madras...Cafe.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Amazing food, gluten free bread was insane, would recommend at anytime of the year, servers are lovely!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Very good food and nice service! And very reasonable prices. Highly recommended 🫶 defintely worth vitising and supporting this small business!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Having read a great review on Facebook (Glasgow’s Good Food Group) we decided to give it a go. The food was exceptional. The starters were so good, the chutneys and sauces which accompanied them were perfect. I had a Chicken Tikka Masala, my wife the...Lamb Dansak. Both were great. Really nice people, great location. Well worth a visitMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

We were staying in Glasgow for the weekend and fancied an Indian meal. Found this place by chance…. what a lucky find. The restaurant is quite small and was busy, always a good sign, but the atmosphere was good and the staff were attentive and...service was quick without us feeling rushed. Now to the main event, the food. A lovely menu with a good mixture to suit all tastes. We don’t particularly like overly hot curries but the flavours in both dishes we chose were absolutely delicious. Apparently the chef grinds all his own spices and it was evident he is a talented guy. Portion size was just right and we found the meal and accompanying drinks excellent value for money. We can 100% guarantee you will enjoy Madras Cafe and we will definitely be back next time we are in Glasgow.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Brilliant friendly service and kindness as a someone eating alone and felt welcomed not just by staff but by other people eating which is a testament to the staff and place . Food beautiful and authentic and not greasy . Highly recommend

Date of visit: November 2023
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Response from Grooviusmaximus | Reviewed this property |
No. We just made reservations and went there.
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Yes we do. Currently we run a Pre Theatre menu. Two course evening meal with a side priced currently £16.95. Choice of one starter Choice of one main meal With A rice or Naan. Hope this answers your question.
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Response from Tempestt C | Reviewed this property |
We stayed at the Yotel. There are several nice hotels within walking distance to the restaurant. Yotel was a six minute walk to Madras Cafe. Other hotels in the area: Leonardo Hotel Glasgow - Formerly Jurys Inn, Motel... More
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Yes, Madras Cafe offers delivery services.

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Madras Cafe is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5