Exotic Kitchen Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire

This is a place I know you might have walked past like us. Please don’t! Food was so fresh, tasty and simply delicious. Service 10/10, value 10/10, food 10/10. I will be back very very soon

Been in now fairly regularly as the food is just so good as is the service. A vegetarian paradise as every single dish can be made with mixed veg, tofu or paneer. Great cold beer, lovely staff and not expensive - what’s not to like?

Outstanding Indian food, and excellent service.

We had dinner here for the first time after looking and hearing about the good reviews, the food was fantastic great portions well seasoned with spices ,had lamb chops starter cooked in the oven main course railway lamb melted in your mouth lovely sauce with it and peshwari nan to dip in the sauce well worth a visit defo 5 star food see you soon 😊

We were very lucky to choose this lovely restaurant for dinner during our overnight stay in Kilmarnock. We honestly believe we haven't eaten as good Indian food anywhere else in the UK and the service and attention we received from the owner Paul during our visit was outstanding. This is clearly an owner who is passionate about his business and is striving to ensure his customers have the best experience during their visit. We would highly recommend this restaurant to everyone and already have passed our recommendations on to the local businesses that we used while in the area. We are desperately trying to think of another reason to visit Kilmarnock again soon for another visit. Definitely 5 star ++++

We were very lucky to choose this lovely restaurant for dinner during our overnight stay in Kilmarnock. We honestly believe we haven't eaten as good Indian food anywhere else in the UK and the service and attention we received from the owner Paul during our visit was outstanding. This is clearly an owner who is passionate about his business and is striving to ensure his customers have the best experience during their visit. We would highly recommend this restaurant to everyone and already have passed our recommendations on to the local businesses that we used while in the area. We are desperately trying to think of another reason to visit Kilmarnock again soon for another visit. Definitely 5 star ++++

Lovely food and great service. Probably the tastiest lamb curry I have had. Highly recommend.

Very Welcoming restaurant personnel . Great variety of delicious curries to choose from . Amazing flavours. Very generous servings .We were just passing through from holidays but will definitely have to make sure we can return in future . Highly recommended.

First rim e tonight. Lovely atmosphere. Food excellent. Highly recommend.

Was looking for an Indian takeaway so just googled nearby restaurants. Decided to go to Exotic Kitchen and we were not disappointed, two lovely meals. Next time we will go into the restaurant for dinner.

The owners and staff try the hardest to make your experience perfection. Food was great, although for an Indian establishment, spice was a little lacking. I do also understand it's based on the local populace. I wanted to order a Masala Chia. But was informed this place does not serve any type of tea. They did say they will be getting tea in the future. They food appears to be freshly made. And is delicious. I definitely recommend this place if your in Kilmarnock.

Ordered a take away collection and was absolutely blown away with how tasty the food was. Will definitely be ordering again!

Had a really tasty takeaway lamb biriani and peshwari naan. Very generous portion so will be enjoying the second half tonight. The gentleman who served me was very pleasant and customer-focused. While waiting for my order could hear customers in the restaurant enjoying their meals too. Will definitely be back.

Fantastic service from the restaurant and the food was spectacular. Thanks so much!

Very friendly and accommodating service, as well as delicious food. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this restaurant!

One of the nicest Indian meals we've ever had. The owners are committed to fresh, authentic food, and the staff clearly have a lot of pride in their work. We had some delicious and unusual chutneys/sauces with poppadoms (apple and cinnamon, pineapple and mint, tamarind and jaggery) paneer tikka & shredded lamb. All delicious and delicately spiced. Wish we lived closer!

ordered online after hearing good things about this place, arrived five mins after proposed collection time and still had to wait 15+ mins for food (restaurant wasn’t busy). would have been fine if it was worth the wait, but the curry (butter chicken) tasted dish-watery and the chicken was gross and flavourless. I wouldn’t waste your money

Food and service is absolutely out of this world. Would highly recommend!

First time trying the Exotic Kitchen just by chance as we were passing looking for somewhere to eat. the food was first class as were the staff. I asked for the devil's advocate and the manager made sure i knew this was a very hot dish & explained everything was fresh ingredients & no colour preservatives. I will be back for sure.

Order did not arrive but I was charged. This is th we second time this has happened

Delicious as always, spiced onions are SO moreish

Amazing Indian food, wholesome and cooked to impress. The flavours were outstanding, the presentation was flawless and the staff were generous and hospitable. The vegan meals were very clearly marked on the menu, and there were so many of them. Can't praise them enough... if we ever pass through again we will definitely detour to visit again. :-)

Best curry in Kilmarnock without a doubt. Chicken cooked perfectly and not rubber like everywhere else. Will definitely be ordering again👌

Shared a meal with my partner and took my baby in with us, staff are so attentive and ready to help, service was fast and the thought behind detail when serving is fantastic and not to mention the food was delicious and beautifully presented, I can’t thank Paul and his staff enough! We will definitely be back

tried for first time called up for collection stated start of call "set meal for 2" then told about 20 mins was 40 mins by time I got it, time I walked out with it at 22.30pm, the price had went up about £3 from what I saw online to £29.30 when I queried this I was told I never said set meal when I did(customer always right?) I also stated set meal for 2 when i walked in to the girl i think at this point they only staryed making it... anyway he said portion size is bigger as it wasn't a set meal so he can take it in kitchen and sort it out, no thanks I have just sat about 15mins when am in a rush waiting, I get home and only 1 rice no enough for both curries, the pakora is small and no even poppadoms and onion thrown in. absolutely disgraceful customer service won't be back and to think he was gonna reduce the portion size 🙄

Its just a shame this place isnt busier! Food was great, vegan options easily identified on the menu (great for me as milk intolerant- you can have a vegan dish with added meat option) Complimentary poppadoms brought to table before starters (like they used to!) Lovely staff, brilliant and varied menu. IPA and lager on draught. Thoroughly enjoyed our meal, will definately be back! Thanks guys. A+

Pakora was the best Iv tried anywhere. Chicken tikka masala was delicious. Everything hot on arrival. Best bit was the spiced onions, I’d love to know how they’re made as they were so moreish. I’d give a 10* if I could.

We have ordered many times and booked the delivery nearly 1.5 hours in advance of the 6pm delivery time. The chips, naan and wrap were cold which was poor given the wait. Time was critical which was why booked well in advance so big let down. The South Indian was not spicy as it should have been and masala was just bland. Poor show Exotic Kitchen for a £60 order.

Food was excellent. All meals were cooked to perfection and would highly recommend. Just eat need to have a more realistic time collection or restaurant should contact advising correct time. I appreciate it was a busy Saturday but text or call to say come at 7.15 not 6.15 and avoid sitting an hour would have been massively appreciated. And to be constantly told no be long didn’t help

Ordered lamb biryani, substituted with chicken????

Oh my sweet jayzuz Iv found my favourite Indian takeaway! Food piping hot. The vegetable pakora was superb & the spiced onions REALLY? are up there as THE best Iv had anywhere none of the red colour, just proper crunch & so tasty, spicey 😋Tikka masala was oooooh yeah tasty with proper chunky bits of peppers & onions. Glad I read & took onboard other fantastic 5* reviews on here, theyr correct id give Exotic Kitchen a serious 10*. I’ll be back again & recommend to all.

Finally getting round to try this after seeing so many positive reviews on Facebook!! Hands down Best Indian I have ever tasted! Absolutely unreal, so fresh and brilliant portion sizes! amazing service will definitely be back!

Best curries in Kilmarnock by far.

Super fresh & great quality food. Especially the lamb was soft as butter. Best Indian food we’ve had in a long time. We’re here on holiday and had a lovely time here, staff is really sweet and helpful. Menu was very clear for those with dietary requirements as well

Heard about this place on a forces veterans fb page. Guy said they give discount to vets. I had no idea the place existed. Just got a takeaway from them. Garlic nan, chicken tikka karahi and rice. This is my new go to place for a curry. Didn't get the vets discount, but the food is awesome. So fresh tasting. I'll be back lol

Delicious and good portions. Arrived quickly and very hot. Thank you :)

Oh my goodness. The best Indian we've ever had. 2nd time getting a delivery from you guys and by far the best I've ever had. so flavourful and moreish. the descriptions on the menu are so detailed it's easy to pick and try new food. Can't wait to try something else new.

Went for dinner tonight with my hubby sister and her hubby. Food was delicious and the staff are so friendly. Would highly recommend and will be back

We were surprised to discover this restaurant has been here for a few years, as we hadn't noticed it before. We're glad we've discovered it, however, as the food is sublime! Everything is freshly prepared and the staff are attentive and caring. Highly recommended.

Ordered tonight never tried here before thought i would give it a go seen as it has 4.6 star reviews, i ordered a chicken korma,pilau rice and a garlic nann, the garlic nann was paper thin and had hardly any garlic on it/garlic taste to it, the chicken korma was edible but the sauce was very very mild tasting hardly any korma taste to it tbh not a strong creamy korma curry sauce, the chicken in the korma some of it was slightly chewy, pilau rice was fine, overall wouldnt order from again 😢

Slow, expensive and not convinced one main wasn’t wrong. Probably won’t use again.

So friendly and welcoming. Food is amazing and freshly cooked. Some of the best Indian food we have ever had. So consistent and we enjoy it so much every time. Thoroughly recommend.

Really enjoyed my evening and more importantly the food. I had Tufo korma which was just delicious. Nan bread, basmati rice n poppadoms and pakora……3 of us all left say very happy to return to this restaurant. Definitely recommend Exotic Kitchen to my friends n family.

We really enjoyed the restaurant and had the best curries we’ve had in a long time. The curries were delicious and they clearly take pride in producing quality food. The owner and waitress were friendly and attentive without being overbearing. We moved from London 6 years ago and used to visit our local curry house at least once a week. We haven't found anywhere we’d visit so often as in London, until now! Highly recommend and we will be back!

A delightful Indian restaurant Food was very good and reasonably priced Staff were attentive without being over bearing We will certainly be back

Hidden gem Food amazing. Excellent choices Drink very good especially Kingfisher lager & their version of Bailey’s/Tequila Rose. Delicious Would highly recommend & will definitely return

We have just enjoyed the most fantastic meal and all served up by with a beautiful smile by Mushkan our hostess. Perfect.

The food was excellent the staff were attentive without being pushy. It was recomennded to my wife. We went and then booked for a week later. Its small abd basic in restaurant but clean. Good portions for price and not a 100 dish menu. So everything is made well. The nan breads are crisp and tasty too

Beautiful food made fresh to order, we're regular consumers every week. Staff are understanding and will make your food exactly how you wish. Image of a curry I had made to order. Excellent please give this curry house a try. You will not be disappointed.

This is by far the best Indian in Kilmarnock, food is so flavourful. Not your generic takeout, even the spicy Onions were exceptional. We will be ordering from here again. Top Notch grub.

was in tonight and the server was brilliant done her job fantastic I will definitely be back

Top quality food! We ordered butter chicken & grill lamb chops which was 10 out of 10! Best restaurant in kilmarnok hands down!

Absolutely Wonderful. Beautiful authentic food! We went last night with our child, the service was amazing, the staff were happy to explain or recommend the dishes. We ordered, Grill lamb chops which were cooked to perfection! Definitely Best Restaurant In Kilmarnock

May 2024 Fantastic dining experience. The Tikka Masala wàs topnotch and a generous portion too! Will defo be back soon

In Kilmarnock on business and along with colleagues we were lucky enough to visit this restaurant. The food and service were excellent, very attentive staff and all three of us ordered different dishes. Everyone enjoyed their meal which was freshly cooked with good quality products. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting the town.

Fabulous food, great service and lovely staff. The best Indian meal I've tasted, and will definitely be back.

Wow, wow, wow. Everything was exotic, the food, the host, and the decor. We'll definitely be back. The smells and tastes were amazing. Very, very generous portion sizes. Make sure you go with an empty tummy. The food was ever so flavoursome. The poppadoms and dips!! No words to describe them. All the dips were handmade on site. Then for the mains, lamb just disintegrated in the mouth. It also wasn't hard to pay for either. Very reasonable. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic food, very tasty and great flavours all round

Fantastic meal and staff here - 100% recommend. Enjoyed the service!!

The beet tandoori prawns I’ve ever tasted

Just had an amazing meal atThe Exotic Kitchen.The food was 1st class and it was the best Indian I have had for a very long time.The staff were all very friendly and helpful .This is by far the best Indian restaurant in Kilmarnock now and I can’t wait to go back.Well done Paul for all your efforts.👍👍

Excellent tikka with south Indian curry and really enjoy the achaari gobi. Would love it if you could add a lamb shish option. Lamb dishes all seems to be on the bone?

Pilu Rice could have been better, chicken in the chasni was quite dry. . . sauce was ok, garlic bread was nice.

utterly superb. must be the beat lamb curry in kilmarnock. fantastic once again 👏 👌

Usually love this place ! But tonight was a disaster! Mature cheddar on garlic cheese naan & on my chips if I could add a pic it would show you how bad they were literally a sprinkle on it and it tasted awful

Excellent food. Have been many times. Always a good experience.

The railway lamb was delicious. Best Indian meal that I've ever had.

1st time trying this place made a mistake food very bland bit gutted about it. Meal for two, starter and 2 curries was 45 quid so was expecting big things don’t think I will be back.

fresh and tasted amazing. need to know what's it the spicy onion 😍

My friend recommended Exotic kitchen as I was looking for somewhere to get some pakora. I found the restaurant and was warmly welcomed by the staff who were so friendly and happy. I ordered a vegetable and cauliflower pakora and I have to say that they were possibly the best I've ever had. The sauce was also very different to what I'm used to and very tasty. The restaurant also had a lovely atmosphere and I look forward to going back again for a proper dining experience. Thanks so much 😊

So I only wrote reviews if something/ somewhere is terrible or amazing .... I am pleased to say the latter . . Came tonight and was an excellent experience. Welcomed by the waitress and owner . Warm, personable and felt genuine . Nice decor and feel to the place . Just felt comfy . The food . . Wow !!! Fresh, arrived in a timely manner, presented beautifully and tasted amazing. . Can't recommend this place enough . If in killi try it . . You want be disappointed. Food and staff 5 stars Thank you folks MARK and his Mammy

Excellent food and service. Will definitely be back

Absolutely shocking for the price!! Don’t ever order from this place, £28 for a special curry and cauliflower pakora that tasted like uncle bens!! 2 bits of lamb 3bits of chicken and 1 prawn!! Defo had my pants down on this 1😩😩

Hate being this person but it was late things missing and they hadn’t even put the meat in the curry. Shame as we were looking forward to it.

2nd meal at the exotic kitchen tonight. Food is fresh, excellent flavours and great portion sizes. Paul is a wonderful friendly host and even treated us to a meal for our 1 year old. We had the railway lamb and the South Indian garlic chilli with tiger prawns and it was fabulous. Looking forward already to our next visit.

This place is unexpected, fab food and needs advertised more Wines rather delicious as well. Need to encourage more customers into the restaurant. Hidden gem.

Been in a few times now and can honestly say the food is excellent. Good portion sizes and a friendly welcome. A great addition to Kilmarnock restaurants and will be back soon. Great range for vegetarians as all dishes can be made with either paneer, vegetables or tofu.

First visit! Food was really tasty. I enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend and I will return. Thanks guys

This is the second amazing meal we have had at Exotic Kitchen. My friend and I had dinner there this evening and it was a 5 star experience. Firstly the service is truly fantastic. Our waitress Muskan was so friendly and made sure we had everything we needed and took the time to talk with us and make us feel welcome. The owner Paul is also very friendly and always looking for feedback on the food and how to improve. Its always nice to see someone passionate about food and the diners experience. My friend had the Butter Chicken and I had the Coconut Chicken Curry. Both were absolutely excellent and the sides were equally as good. We had a Paratha, Pashwari nan and some Pilau rice. The owner also brought us out some poppadoms and an array of chutney and spice onions. This is the second fantastic meal we have had and the whole bill including drinks came to just over £40. Great value dinner, made outstanding by the friendly service and nice atmosphere. 100% will be back and can highly recommend this for a great meal out.

This place is an absolute diamond! Unexpectedly found ourselves in Kilmarnock on Monday 19th of February 2024. Fancied an Indian so checked out reviews on Google and they seemed to point to the exotic kitchen. I’m always sceptical of reviews, but, in this case, the reviews weren’t wrong. The food we had (chicken tikka southern Indian garlic chilli and a velvet pineapple) was absolutely fabulous! It really was some of the best Indian food I’ve ever tasted. The staff were extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the dishes and were only two pleased to offer help with ingredients, spices etc. Great value for money at £60 including a bottle of wine and somewhere I’ll be sure to revisit the next time I find myself in Kilmarnock..

Everytime we order from Exotic Kitchen we are never disappointed! Food is so fresh and delicious. Definitely our favourite Indian!

food arrived well packaged. and piping hot. It was absolutely delicious.

£9 large pakora for 8 small pieces, curries watery overall not great

Will definitely be ordering again

Unhappy with order, called restaurant and they have said to request a full refund as curry was delivered with no chicken and they are unable to deliver another.

I feel that is was very expensive for the quality of the food. It was just ok.

food was average and disappointing

Had dinner at exotic tonight and it was amazing. The food was all cooked fresh and was very tasty. We had veggie options and they were the best Indian veggie dishes we've had. Great attentive friendly staff and owner. Would highly recommend.

+++++Fantastic again. Food was delicious, very fresh and piping hot! +++++

Worst Lamb Bhuna I've had. Wattery and no depth of flavour. Completely disappointed as it use to be our favourite sadly it's now no longer the same.

New to the Indian curry scene but felt as the the dish was farrrr to watery,

First time ordering and that was absolutely fantastic!! South Indian was really hot just how I like it! And cheese garlic naan was sooo good! Definitely be back!

delicious as always! Best in town

Been in a few times more and the consistent high quality of service and food continues. Good to see the place busy on a windy and wet Thursday night and we try and select a different dish every time we are in - hopefully we will go through the card in the near future! Seriously good experience and a great addition to the town.

Undoubtedly the best Indian cuisine in Kilmarnock.

Wee bit of a wait but worth it as always!

Popped in here after hearing good reports from friends. Couldn’t fault the food, service or menu. The food was not too spicy, really nice aromatic subtle tastes and clearly good produce with no artificial colouring and additives. Marked the atmosphere down purely because it was mid week and very quiet. Otherwise the review would be 5 stars all the way. Will be back

Seen all the reviews and thought I'd give it a go. Wasn't disappointed. Ordered Lamb biryani (the lamb melted in my mouth), chicken pakora and poppadoms with spiced onions, the best Indian food I've tasted in a long time, well done guys I'll definitely be back

Our food arrived on time, was piping hot and very tasty. We have never had a poor meal from here - consistently excellent.

I ate here for the first time a couple of nights ago. The atomosphere and service was excellent. Staff were friendly and attentive. We tried various dishes on the menu and loved every single one. I would highly reccomend and can't wait to visit again in the future. Thanks for a great night.