Lahori Tawa in Leicester

Honestly don’t know where to start. From the minute we sat down we had a complete horrible experience. They brought unwashed drinking glasses to the table. We ordered the food around 8.30pm chased then 4 times for the food to be told that they forgot to put the order through to the kitchen. We received our food at 9.20pm. The food came, the chicken was cold, and the lamb chops weren’t cooked and were raw. I would definitely not recommend this restaurant unless you want to get food poisoned.

Some greasy man came and took our order the tables were disgusting, floor was disgusting seen the waiters/kitchen staff touching food with their bare hands, literal filth everywhere even in the toilets third world hygiene at best, left the door for the kitchen open aswell smoke was everywhere, absolutely disgusting so disappointing seeing as these guys are supposed to be my people as I’m from Lahore the food took a good 2 hours and a half to arrive even though the restraunt. Was practically empty, random sweaty men walking everywhere tables unclean the menus were clearly being re used from previous orders as my menu had oil and grease on it not very covid friendly either, absolutely dissapointed will never ever step foot in this restraunt ever again.

Although, this wasn’t our first choice, I visited Lahori Tawa with my family as part of the “Eat Out To Help Out” scheme. Luckily as it was only 6pm, we didn’t have to queue and the five of us were seated immediately upon entering. Service was prompt, efficient and friendly. Owing to the humid weather and lessened appetites, we only ordered the Sizzler Tawa for 3 along with two plain naans. We were served our drinks along with complementary poppadoms whilst we waited for our food to be prepared. The food was piping hot and fresh when it arrived. The meat/chicken was succulent and tender and had a delicious BBQ flavour to it. However, it IS fairly mild so it is perfect for anyone who doesn’t like overly spicy food. After our meal, surprisingly, we were offered complementary kheer which we took away with us being too stuffed to eat it immediately. Although clean and hygienic, the interior may feel lacklustre for those who wish to have a more luxurious dining experience. Also, wheelchair or pram users may struggle as the restaurant / dining area is located in a basement and accessed after descending a flight of stairs from the main entrance. With the “Eat Out to Help Out” discount our bill came to £24 - an absolute bargain! Overall, this place was worth the visit and definitely a better alternative to cooking at home in the heatwave we’ve been having!

Horrible food cheap nasty tawa, the bits in my curry where bits u see that butcher will cut off n throw in the bin, coke bottle was out of date. I tried this place 2 years ago and all the memories came back. Dirty floors tables I will never dream of going here again

The restaurant at the front of service was being run by 1 poor young chap running around like Manuel from Fawlty Towers. There was bits of old food all over the carpets, below the tables, on the empty tables. Went to the toilets, where the floors were so greasy it felt like an ice rink! Two separate groups of customers walked in. had a look around and then walked straight out. Inside the kitchen (you could have a look when the doors opened), there was food, cardboard, flour and liquids all over the floors. Two young managers types walked in later behind the counter, and proceeded to work at a snails place, messing around with the remote control. None of the staff understood basic HYGIENE, this is the dirtiest restaurant in Leicester! Unfortunately we had already ordered the food before we noticed all this, and when the food came it was tasty, yes but the tawa for £25 was mostly carbs, rice, noodles and rice with a few pieces of chicken. Overall the place was run by a bunch of lazy people with the exception of poor Manuel. Avoid!

Everyone says the food is too oily, see my pictures that's not a joke! Its complitely greas. Who eats oil!? Now in regards to grilled platter of meat, like someone said most part of it are only onions. They not even grilled, half raw, because they never were grilled with the meat provided. Meat is old and burnt, like waste, probably microwaved for customers. Thats not a joke! Food was bland, disgusting the entire experience makes me sick to think off. Please avoid at all cost!

Last time I ate at this restaurant the food was brilliant. This time it was disappointing. The rice was half burned and the meat was not spicy at all. A couple of other famalies left half of their dinner and left. I felt sorry for the young lad who was alone and was trying his best to attend to all the tables.

Food was good but the waiters are dopey. They don’t know how to talk, don’t have manners and look like they don’t want to be there. Asked what a dish was on the menu and the waiter said ‘don’t know’

Went to this place hoping it will be good, When I got to the restaurant I was a bit surprised that it’s in a basement. But once I entered I was impressed with the restaurant and the food was perfect.

A very good concept and a real hit and miss. I’ve been here once and it was great. The second time it was more or less stale microwave food. If it’s cooked fresh no doubt it works and it tastes great. But when it’s the stale stuff it’s literally nasty.

Very rarely I give a terrible review until now. We asked for a dish called Mix Tawa, the taste was terrible, the only good thing on the whole plate was the kebabs. The food was dry, we guessed they gave food from two days before and just reheat it. Neither I and my wife couldn't finish. We were all alone in the restaurant and I think maybe they didn't care about giving good food to us. It was a very bad experience. The staff was gentle and the restaurant is clean and with good ambient. We just had a bad luck.

Lovely little place, quaint and hidden away. The food was amazing. The service was good and well priced too overall. Will be back

I went with family and I have to say I was impressed with the quality of the taste and meal. The portion sizes are reasonable and the prices slightly higher than expected but the food was spicy and excellent so cannot complain. Would recommend and will be going again soon. The service was a little disappointing as the waiter got my order slightly wrong and it was late despite myself being one of the first to order from a large number of family members

Ordered a tawa for 4. The nan was the only thing fresh. Everything else was not. And we waited 45 mins. But we were given complimentary kheer at the end which was nice. Not many people in there so not much of an atmosphere and there TV was playing David Attenborough the blue planet. Not the entertainment you want which eating.

I went here a couple of times with relatives. The portions used to be a good size. These have shrunk just like the taste. It is not as good as it used to be plus they don't accept cards so the additional issue of having to walk up the road to withdraw cash from the ATM.

I came here with my family to celebrate some good news and i must say the food was good service was okay but the prices were quite high for what it was and portion size. I didn't bother to kick up a fuss as i had a good time. Overall not bad would i go again maybe..

i visited this place yesterday. i went to Leicester with my friends for meeting. they were really convincing me to visit this place with them as they used to get food from here and liked it the most. the food was amazing. the staff was very friendly and cooperative. the best thing i liked about that place environmentalist. it was very clam and relaxing environment. effeminately visit again

Went today, not impressed with quality, kebabs had a smell to them, chicken tikka was not freshly cooked and the chops were a xxxs. Not good . Previously we enjoyed the meals but it appears management have changed. Still cash only and no receipt offered for your purchase ... won’t go again .

I went on weekend evening. There was parking a few roads away. The location perfect on a high street easy to get to and alot to see.

I just got back from this place. The food was brilliant. Each curry had its own flavour. We ordered the first tawa on the menu. It said enough for 2, but rest assured that is 2 extremely hungry people. There was 3 of us and we had food left over. It was very busy and noisy being a Saturday night. Food took 1 hour to come out, but it was worth the wait. The waryari at the counter was awesome as well! Bonus!!!

I was not impressed with this place. The chicken & lamb where awful. No special taste at all. This place was recommended but I would give it a miss. The price for what we goy on the tawa was not worth it.

After being a recent convert to the Tawa concept, a group of friends and I decided to try Lahori Tawa.

The new Chinese tawa was very nice with a great selection of food on the plate. The chips are different but are very nice. Definitely worth a try!

I visited his restaurant in March and I have to say the food was fabulous. I normally find Indian restaurant generic and average tasting (nothing like homemade food), but I have to say the food was out of this world. So later on in August, for my birthday I decided to have my birthday party at this restaurant with 14 or so family members. I found that the food was average, clearly out of a freezer or fridge. It didn't have that 'fresh taste'. The chips were burnt and the food tasting rather plain. The other disappointing thing is that the food portions had drastically became smaller. A tawa for 4 people (esp the curries both lamb and chicken) were smaller portions. It was very disappointing. I ended up spending £150 for 13 people which is an okay amount but the service wasn't the best. The waitresses weren't attentive or alert and didn't seem very happy to be there. The manager was difficult to talk to as english wasn't his first language. I left rather disappointed in choosing this restaurant

Went in to get some food after a long day out. The guy who served us looked like he was probably the manager. Awful service. He said he would sit us at a table but that he he a booking there in 45 mins so we would have to be done in that time. He was extremely pushy with our order. I ordered rice and a vegetarian dish which didn't come out with everyone else's food and when I enquired he apologised and said they didn't have any of the vegetarian dishes so I ended up having rice on its own for my meal. He then tried to blame it on his colleagues/workers even though it was him who took the order. Also, the food was not tasty (I tried everyone else's). Terrible service and constantly felt rushed. In addition, because it's located in the basement, it's very hot and stuffy, even with the air conditioning on. I'm not a negative person usually but don't waste your time and money here.

Good biryani and curries, however their platter with all the the different dishes is the winner .... greate value for money

Very different to what I'm used to,not the best of restaurant I've been to, but very busy and very family oriented Meal was nice

The restaurant is pretty new however I found it to be small on one lower level floor.

Had to wait for a while for a table as was really busy but it was Saturday night. Service was very good. We had the classic tawa for two - it is huge! Feeds more like 3 people! It is a large sharing plate that has a variety of meats on it eg chicken shish kebabs, chicken tikka, lamb tikka, chicken balti and lamb balti and lots of fried onions. I think there may have been wings too. Anyway it was all delicious and went really well with the naan they served with it. Was served piping hot just the way I like it. I did find it a little hot but that is just me - most people who eat this kind of food I am sure will think the chilli heat is fine. Would recommend this place. Oh and the mango lassi was lovely too!

Got a table straight away with hubby and daughter, this was about 6.30-7 and was really quiet! Did get busier while we were there.

Walked in late one night after a long day working with friends . There were three of us and easily managed the tawa fir two which I think is very good value for money. The service was also not bad. They could polish up a little bit not bad for what we paid :)

Was with a group of friends and ordered two large tawa things and was okay.

Gave this a try after recommendation. In a basement just off London Rd.

Food is average and I noticed twice portions are A lot smaller than Nottingham. Also ordered samosas and thought they were going to be the big pakistani style. But were regular small freezer one , felt ripped of as £2.49 for 2 tiny samosas is a cheating. Also asked for 1 paratha this came as we finished eating and gave up waiting. I would pay ailttle more and go somewhere else next time.

It was a good& new experience Only downside being disabled and the restaurant being on basement I found it hard to get downstairs & restaurant not disabled friendly

So after being recommended this place i travelled 1 & 1/2 hours to this restaurant with my family. Went in and restaurant was not so busy. Told the manager we have come from far and what he would recommend us having. Lovely guy. Ordered our food and had to wait upto an hour for the food to arrive. Waiters are useless. Cant even understand english, literally have to use hand signs. Our Karahi came and we were waiting 20 minutes for the naans. Once the naan came the karahi was cold and little kids started playing up so had it for takeout. Food is average, staff is no good. Overall wouldnt come here again. Its like any other indian restaurant except food is presented on a tawa.

Amazing food good value for your money nice atmosphere I would defiantly go again to eat nice cosy little place I would defo recommend

The food was really nice and well presented. It's worth for the money we paid. Would love to go back again

Food was really good and nicely presented.

My understanding is this is a new restaurant, only having been opened for a month, the proprietor's original restaurant in Nottingham. With that in mind I was suitably amazed at how many customers were coming through the door, both over the weekend and on a Monday. The dining room is in a basement, with minimal and robust furnishing although there were a couple of large TV screens showing free view channels. Also they only accepted cash - cash only payment. Most of the cliental on the days I saw were of Asian/Pakistani ethnicity.