Basil Indian Restaurant in Fife

Great food at a good price with friendly service

Really good, really authentic curries! We usually make our own curry because we are used to a lot more spiciness and heat than the average person. Happy to report that the food here is of very high standard, with a lot of flavour and spice! The first time in a very long time that my husband felt challenged by a curry dish!!! His vegetable pakora too was surprisingly good as we've had terrible examples of this dish from other restaurants in the past - these oakoras were light and crispy with a subtle flavour to them. The chicken tikka had generous meat portions and the masala sauce was so creamy and lush, with just the right amount of zing for me! The naans were spot-on authentic and we thoroughly enjoyed all the food.

Ordered food via phone for collection. Wooow awesome taste never had before in 26 years Very tasty spicy delicious 100% recommended to everyone contact ALI at the restaurant awesome service Will be going there more often now

Went to pick it up the order for collection had a fantastic service from Ali 10/10 we will use the service for ever had extras for free of charge plus top of everyone is food was delicious next time will tell them personally how tasty the food was.

Amazing restaurant, great servers, authentic indian and nepalese food. Service was quick and prices are astonishingly low for the excellent quality.

Amazing Indian food. Slowly working my way through the menu. The food is full of authentic flavour rather than different colours of spice. Both lamb and chicken are cooked to perfection and melt in the mouth. Super friendly staff provide a quick service. Book a table or order a takeaway...promise you'll be back!

We dine here often and have ALWAYS thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Food is excellent and service is first class. Our Go To place for an Indian

I have been a few times and cannot fault the food is tasty and delicious - Sunday set menu is well worth the money - staff are lovely

We were back here again today. Another delicious lunch for two for less than £25 We also enjoyed a bottle of very good wine at a very reasonable price. Staff very professional.

Eveything the staff food and service was wonderful. The atmosphere was good everything was neat and clean the service was fast

Went to Namaste with my wife for lunch, food including starter and main were excellent, freshly cooked and very authentic. Staff were very pleasant and provided great service, would certainly not hesitate to recommend Namaste to anyone looking for a great Indian restaurant in Dunfermline.

This is by far the best restaurant in Dunfermline, fantastic staff and fantastic food , once you try it you’ll become a regular customer trust me

Having lived in the Dunfermline area for many years and probably tried every restaurant in Dunfermline I have to say this is simply the best , very welcoming staff , food is fabulous , it’s a place that if you try it once you’ll be back as can’t fault it

Three old guys went for a birthday lunch to Namaste, as chosen by the Birthday one. It was excellent, I’m not the biggest fan of Indian restaurants but Namaste is cuisine on a higher level. The Chicken Tikka was succulent and moist, not dried up like other similar restaurants. The spice levels in the main course of Chicken Jalfrezi was fragrant and flavourful ,rather than overpowering as usually found. The Pilau rice, also, had a fragrant and interesting taste through it too. We also had one of the best Peshwari Naan I’ve had. To follow we had a cup of good coffee. My friend booked to come next week with others and we two both commented that we won’t miss return visits to Namaste. Namaste is imho the best Indian Restaurant in Fife.

Our first visit to Namaste, but I can assure you it won't be our last. My wife is not a lover of Indian or hot spicy food, so it's always a bit risky eating out. We ordered a Mo-Mo starter between us after the waiter assured us it wasn't hot, although the dipping sauce was a hot sauce. First bite with no sauce, and Agnes went bright red.....too hot (which shocked the waiter) I ate them, thought they were very nice as was the hot sauce, and a few moments later the waiter appeared with another complimentary starter, definitely not hot he said.....But again, one bite and it was obvious there was a mild chilli kick.... Not to be beaten, the waiter and chef collaborated and returned with yet another starter, chicken strips in a rich honey sauce. This did the trick, absolutely delicious chicken starter,,,,third time lucky for Agnes even though we insisted we didn't want either of the 2 complimentary starters. For Mains, Agnes had Lamb Korma, and I had ordered a Chicken Chasni dish as a back up in case the Lamb was a bit spicy so I could swap over. No need, the Lamb Korma was the best ever, and my first mild Indian meal was also first class. The staff and chef went above and beyond to ensure that one of their diners was not let down, and did not charge for any of the extra starters or the accompanying bowl of yoghurt. OK, my wife is not a lover of Indian food, and only went as it was my Birthday, but she is now hooked on Namaste as the staff have assured her they will make any meal as mild as she needs it to be in future. Will definitely return...

Friendly staff, great quality food, this is my go to location within Dunfermline Highly recommend 💯💯

Lovely birthday lunch on Saturday ! Food delicious and beautifully presented . Staff friendly and welcoming .My fourth visit and will be back !

We went Christmas day. The food was fantastic and the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Would highly recommend. Will definately be back.

Had Christmas day meal at restuarant. Great experience, food excellent and staff very friendly. The gift on leaving was lovely touch also. Would definitely recommend this restuarant

Excellent meal yesterday. Monkfish starter and chops main were superb. Chilli chicken starter nice and spicy. Main of north Indian Garlic chilli lamb was cooked to perfection and very tender . Very reasonably priced.

Good food , good prices , very friendly and attentive staff.🙂

Food is excellent!! Had 3 takeaways from Here and to a high standard The chef must be very experienced!! The front staff also very knowledgeable about there menu my wife has celiac disease and menu is so detailed for gluten allergies Absolutely brilliant!!!

Been here a few times (takeaway) There chef must be very experienced! As the Food is excellent the menu is also very good for celiac disease every dish is explained if gluten Staff also very good

1st time visiting food was lovely, would recommend 😋

Great evening. Food was really good and service was brilliant.

First visit last night and all 5 of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Service was good and at no point were we rushed even though 2 of our party were a bit late. Beer and wine good too. This is the best curry I have had in years and certainly in Dunfermline. Great to have a fantastic local go to Indian again. We will be back! Note that the restaurant is under new ownership since my review. I have not visited yet.

Excellent quality Indian food with probably the best naan I've had. We only had time for mains but all 6 were excellent. Great value too. Staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely will be back.

The best Naan in the UK hands down. I have eaten at many Indian restaurants and choose lamb Madras 90% of the time and I think I can say this one was also the best I've had. The service matched the meal.

We were back here today for a birthday lunch and we were so delighted with the food and the excellent service. We both enjoyed Biryani from the A la carte menu plus my husband had a king prawn starter and we shared a delicious nan bread then finished off with coffee. We shared a bottle of wine and rounded off with gin and tonic. This cost less than £70. We are so happy to recommend this great eatery. Try it...their lunch menu is also superb and such great value for money.

Reading the reviews was hoping to find a great Indian restaurant. Unfortunately not for us. Starters were fine but main meals were poor. Tandoori mix was particularly poor and special biryani wasn’t much better. Only rating as 3 star due to nice staff.

I had a beautiful lunch here while visiting on holiday. Service was excellent, food was delicious, and most importantly I left with a smile and full belly. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Dunfermline looking for authentic Indian/Nepalese cuisine! The vegetable pakora and chicken & mushroom curry is fantastic🙂

Went in for some lunch with my daughter, and we were not disappointed the food was delicious. The service was good and not too expensive so would recommend a visit.

First time in this restaurant and I have to say we weren't disappointed the food and service were very good. The staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend a visit here.

Okay. Dishes were standard, nothing special, a bit too much ginger added

The worst South Indian garlic chicken I have ever had, absolutely horrible, will never order from here again.

Amazing Indian food. Good service and good place. We’ll presented.

Got takeaway from Namaste last night and will definitely be back! The staff were really lovely and they also suggested we order the set meal for 2 which was only £1 more than our order but included a starter and popadoms. It was all delicious and we even had left overs for lunch 😋

Another fabulous dining experience. Food was superb, service first class. We have enjoyed both special lunch menu which is great value for money, and the a la carte which does not disappoint. Delighted to recommend.

Had most amaizing meal at lunchtime defo be back also tell my friends and family

Decided to celebrate a family milestone with a takeaway from Namaste. The reviews were so good that we needed to try it. So....great place and lovely people. Poppadum was lovely, as was the chicken tikka starter, However, the Momo had chicken gristle; the Namaste Special Chicken Lasune was so sweet I couldn't eat it; and the Lamb Saag was just "alright". Don't think we'll be back.

Best Indian restaurant in Dunfermline This used to be Basil's but is now Namaste which has been opened by Ram and his team. The food is out of this world, all the meat so tender and sauces to die for, there's so many tasty choices on the menu it's hard to pick, I went for the lamb garlic chilli which has to be the best version I've ever tasted and I've had a few currys in my time. Can't wait to go back and try more delicious dishes. Thank god they opened this place Dunfermline has been crying out for a real quality Indian restaurant, they do take away too.

Best Indian restaurant in Dunfermline I've been to them all and this is the best by a long way. Food is cooked to perfection all the meat so tender, the sauces are to die for, staff so warm and welcoming. Can't wait to go back and try more delicious dishes. Keep up the good work Ram and team so glad you've opened this place.

Food was really good, will be going back soon.

Hands down one of the best Indian restaurants I have ever visited. I had the chicken pakora and biryani two nights back, and was so impressed that I brought my family out for a big sampling the next night. Everything is fresh, chicken is tender and and vegetables are crisp, and the small sampling of Nepalese dishes are incredible. The price is deceptively low, I’ve paid twice as much for food half as good before so the value here is off the charts. Service both nights was attentive, prompt, and courteous. I can’t recommend this place enough.

Lovely restaurant great food and excellent service ,Would recommend

First time visit there last night. Wow... it was amazing. Food was very well presented and very tasty. Staff were brilliant and very attentive. Decor was very fresh and the Restaurant itself was spotless. Fantastic Value for money and all 6 of us would highly recommend a trip here for a night out. 1😋😋😋😋

1st time trying take away from Restaurant, Never again!!! Chicken tikka has a powdery coating of spices (this tasted like a decent attempt from a friend with not alot of experience at cooking indian cuisine?) curry sauce accompanying this main meal wasn't good and half the size of all other local restaurants serving tandoori main meals Nan was OK, Veg pakora lacked taste, rice looked good to begin, but soon after plating apparent it wasn't fluffy at all, basic stuff! You will have to raise your game big time, to compete with your very close by competitors in centre of Dunfermline as all other restaurants are far superior, 2 starting with 'A' 1 with "V' and one which may re open starting with 'K' So disappointed, getting Chicken tikka so bad for an Indian restaurant sums it up I'm afraid. 21/07/23

Welcome back Ram, great food and service, sorely missed

Update 11/04/23 **recently been taken over since leaving this review, I believe it's the same chef though, but i haven't been back yet!** The first time we have been, after reading the amazing reviews, we thought we'd give it a try. Service and food did not disappoint. Massive portions were very reasonably priced. We will definitely be back.

Visited at 4pm and the place had just opened as we walked in. Very cold inside and a long wait for the starter which I put down to them just opening before we arrived.

We hadn’t been here for a while as unfortunately our last visit to Basil the service was really poor however, wanted to try again as under new management. Food was delicious (same chef) and staff were lovely. Would recommend!

Popped in for a meal tonight with my daughter excellent food and service will be back. One of the best for Indian food. New name but still great food and service

We hadn’t been here for a while as last time we were at Basil the service was unfortunately very slow. Thought we would give it a go as we were aware it was under new management and we weren’t disappointed. Food was delicious (same chef 😊) and the staff were lovely. Would recommend!

So disappointed. We’ve got gift vouchers for Basil which they won’t accept. Were advised only valid for 3 months yet no period mentioned on the vouchers. Won’t be back and certainly won’t be recommending.

Just ordered via deliveroo. They confirmed the order and called us back after an hour only to charge more for the delivery without deliveroo knowing. The person on the phone was very rude and said the new management does not run like the old management. Very unprofessional and poor customer service. We were disappointed with the way they treated us.

Food was amazing and management are great. We had one of the new lamb dishes and it was delicious. The cauliflower 65 is a personal favourite. We told staff that it was my husbands birthday and they surprised us with cake! A great night all...

Lunch today in basil. Absolutely delicious. Great price. Will be back again.

We experienced very friendly staff, excellent prepared food, lovely interior and good prices. Definitely RECOMMEND!

Excellent food. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Best Indian food I have ever had. Best curries and very good service.

We loved this restaurant. Travelled from out of town just to experience great service, best food and a spotlessly clean venue. Sadly our last two visits have been disappointing. Dirty dishes left on the table, drinks not being replenished with staff walking past empty glasses,...

The four of us had a much appreciated first time meal at Basil. Everyone commented on the flavourful meals we had at a very reasonable price. Will definitely be back.

Best Indian food iv ever had! Couldn't recommend a better place!

Returned yet again. Consistently excellent. You get the feeling the dishes are being personally prepared with freshness, passion and using the best spices and herbs. A restaurant you can confidently try different dishes rather than your usual favourite however the favourites are equally as good....

Great food but very very expensive takeaway and you get absolutely zero side dishes such as spiced onions, chutney or Papadams unless you pay extra. Even with a £60.00 order.

Last night we dined here for belated 50th celebrations & we were not disappointed. Great food & service. Highly recommend. Thank you

My partner and I have been to Basil 4 times now and each time not only has the service been lovely (very friendly staff who are patient and very good with our allergies - gluten, milk), but the food is very, very good. I've spent...

A Dunfermline gem - highly tasty Southern Indian-style food. Idli chaat makes for an excellent starter. Main course hits include kuttanadan, chasni and chattinad. Highly recommended food.

Ordered food at 6:15pm. Currently 9:20pm and still no food. Called multiple times to initially be told to wait another 15 mins (8:20pm call), then to be told another 15 mins (8:45pm call). Called again 15 mins later to be told to call back tomorrow for a free meal, and then to be hung up on when I asked about tonight’s meal. Restaurant will now no longer answer the phone. Manager was a joke. If you want your dinner this evening then order elsewhere.

Food was fantastic, staff are very friendly and attentive also great atmosphere. Would 100% recommend, can't wait to go back with family and friends

Sensational restruant, I can't believe we have never eaten here before. If I could I would give it 6 stars. Fantastic value for money! Everything was great. Staff were very friendly, helpfully and efficient. Table was spacious and well presented. Restruant was comfortable, very clean, warm and nicely decorated. The food was amazing and mean every dish we had. Our 3 starters and 2 mains were all top notch. The Nan bread and mushroom rice were the best I've ever tried. I've never been excited about rice before......you could eat it on its own as a meal!

Fantastic food, Staff are lovely and very attentive. Would definitely recommend

Delicious food and excellent service . Enjoyed our experience here. Big portion of food and Korma... is the best in town.

A wonderful Christmas meal with superb service, happy days.

Food was divine. We have tried a few around Dunfermline and this is so far the best.Thankyou

Wow! What a taste sensation! A lovely chilled out atmosphere with no rush. Polite, attentive team, what a breath of fresh air from what has become the norm with eating out nowadays. We will have to go back to try all the tempting delights on their menu! My meal was so delicious but my husbands was equally so! Definitely going back with our friends and family. Cannot recommend this place enough.

When I arrived tonight, I noticed Basil had a nice atmosphere which is always a good sign when entering a restaurant. When my partner and I were seated, we waited ten minutes before we even got menus to look at (which I had to ask...

Food 10/10, service 10/10, would recommend and would visit again. Lamb was cooked too perfection, currys were best we have tried in a while and very comfortable price range!

Friendly attentive staff, amazing fresh food will definitely be back! Dosa looked amazing which I will be having on my next visit!

Excellent food, a mixture of South Indian specials and traditional favourites. Very friendly staff and excellent atmosphere.

Excellent meal, excellent service, will certainly be back again.

Terrible. Went for lunch especially for the dosa. No indication on website or menu that dosas only served in evening. Food not great. No discount or complimentary drinks offered after the waiter dropped a full tray of drinks on one of our party.

Delicious food and excellent service . Enjoyed our experience here. Big portion of food and Korma... is the best in town

Absolutely fantastic Indian! Food was delicious and totally freshly cooked and the flavours were fantastic. service was on point and staff were lovely and friendly. Portion size was just perfect. Food was served quickly and was piping hot. The restaurant and staff were spotless. COVID guidelines were in place. Will definitely be back again very soon. Thank you.

Best curry house in Dunfermline, so we are officially loyal customers on the occasion when we do get to eat out. South Indian dishes are highly recommended. The mixed seafood dish is just wow. Ensuring the fish & squid are not overcooked takes great skill...

South Indian food is good but service is very poor. Took 3 hours to get dinner....

First time visiting Basil but we will definitely be back. The food was amazing, and from two absolute Indian cuisine lovers that is saying something. Very friendly and great price for the lunch menu.

We went with our older sons, celebrating uni acceptance and a new job. From the moment we walked in Robin was the perfect host, he certainly knew the menu. Even help select a nice bottle of reasonably priced champagne. We opted mainly for the South...

Good food but unhappy with the portion sizes delivered. I won't be ordering again. Edit : Response to owner : Yes. I left reviews to all the great and not so great shops all at once, no big investigation to do here. As I already said, your food was good but your portion sizes were tiny. Take the suggestion in a good stride or you can experiment losing some of your take away business.

Beautiful food, great service and drinks available too. Very friendly, Covid safe, great atmosphere. Top notch!

Visited this afternoon (Saturday). Excellent customer service, very clean, covid safe with procedures in place. Food is first class. Freshly cooked by a top chef who specialises in presentation, freshness and taste. Try the southern Indian menu for something different. Very reasonably priced with a...

Really enjoyed the South Indian menu as it's more unusual to come across in Scotland outside of Edinburgh and Glasgow. My wife is gluten free and lots of options for her on the GF menu. Delicious food and friendly service.

While staying in Dunfermline for 2 nights we decided to try Basil indian restaurant as it had such good reviews and it sure lived up to them. I have tasted a lots of indian meals but this is by far the best ever. Lovely restaurant,...

Came here with my girlfriend a while back. We had such an amazing time that we decided to come back for our one year anniversary. The food was cooked to perfection and was so delicious. Our server was super nice and was very supportive with...

Delicious food and excellent service. Enjoyed our experience here. The Chum chum chicken is a good starter and the pepper chicken is a must for those who like a spicy south indian curry.

Been to Basil a few times for a meal and had half a dozen take aways also. The takeaways used to to plentiful and fresh however the starters get smaller every time. The mixed pakora box felt almost empty and the contents comprised of 3 tiny hard bits of chicken and 3 forerro roche sized pakora balls. Also the naan was stale. Curry was nice but can’t say it was worth the money.

The staff are always so friendly and welcoming. We had takeaways during lockdown, as well as eating in the restaurant after lockdown. The chicken tikka is great - perfect level of spice. Paneer starter is also great - not had a better one anywhere in...

Wonderful food and excellent staff. It's not cheap but is is delicious.

Visited this afternoon and had the best southern Indian dining experience ever. (have eaten in many indian restaurants across the world) The customer service is first class, the restaurant is spotless and strictly adhering to covid guidance. The menu is very reasonably priced. I would...

We ordered a last minute takeaway. We had to wait 30 minutes before collecting but boy was it worth the wait. Veg pakora tasty and different from usual. Chicken tikka massala and korma with added chilli's was delicious. The rice was so fragrant with loads...