Lal Qela in Birmingham

very nice food the meat biryani is unbelievable

food needed warming up and bland in taste. thin roti was chewy. ordered diet drink for diabetic to be sent full sugar. phoned restaurant said credit next time. spoilt meal . I've ordered before no issues but tonight was not the same unfortunetly

Amazing food and fresh fast delivery aswell definitely will order again

Excellent quality and very tasty food!

Food quality was on point today..yummy chicken Karahi and tadka daal..Thanks

The food is very good, the attention of Jameel and the other waiters was great. Thank you very much, I will repeat again

V poor chops were not myonated well we ordered lamb karahi but they gave us mutton nd cheated us nd food was tasteless nd u know naans were not proper Roghani naans

Went there very first time with family and felt so comfortable as soon as we entered. Seating, decor and the spacious hall straightaway attracted us. Next comes the service and the food. We loved the food all in all. We ordered Mixed Platter which was sufficient for us family of 6 including 4 kids. Mango lassi was very nice too. Rotis and naans we ordered and I would sat nans much better than rotis. I always order rotis elsewhere so could tell the difference. Rice in the platter were absolutely delicious. All the food was full of flavour. Customer service was outstanding too. The only suggestion is please use the right serving spoon for mixed platter. We were given a very long and deep steel spoon which I have always known to be used for currys not for rice and grills. This is a minor problem but I feel should be improved. I am very positive in my next visit, I would see a flatter serving spoon for rice and grills/ mixed platter. We would definitely visit again!

Second time I’ve been to this place. We were served by Jameel ( waiter but same like Manager ) very well dressed and mannered. Will definitely come again .also tea complimentary.

Thanks guys beautiful food once again I love the Madras mutton Balti 👌👌👌

Nice food and plenty of seating facilities

Very good food , clean and excellent service by Jamil

well what can I say the meat biryani was out of this world and mutton madras balti very nice indeed I live in bordesley green but found a new place to order food with authentic taste thanks Lal Qela will be ordering again very soon 👌👌👌👌

The food was fresh hot and so tasty, never been let down here

Nice food. Bit pricey now though

Order didnt receive. Driver didn't turn up yet

Nice setting and freindly staff and welcoming. Good place to bring your family. Felt mix grill was slightly under cooked and naans which on request fresh ones were arranged. Overall ok and will revisit.

Stepping into Lal Qela felt like embarking on a culinary adventure, and it did not disappoint. The ambiance was a perfect blend of elegance and comfort, making us feel right at home while promising an extraordinary dining experience. We kicked off our feast with the Mixed Grill for 4, and it was a revelation. Each piece of meat was grilled to perfection, offering a symphony of flavors that danced on our taste buds. The variety was impressive, and every bite was a testament to the chef’s mastery of the grill. It was the perfect prelude to the main event. The Charsi Lamb Curry was a standout. The lamb was incredibly tender, practically melting in our mouths, while the curry itself was a rich tapestry of spices and aromas that transported us straight to the heart of traditional cuisine. It was a dish that spoke volumes about the authenticity and passion behind the cooking. Equally captivating was the Charsi Chicken Curry. The chicken was succulent and the curry was a creamy, flavorful delight that had us scraping the bowl for every last drop. The balance of spices was impeccable, creating a dish that was both comforting and exciting. What truly set Lal Qela apart was the attention to detail. The presentation of each dish was artful, and the portion sizes were generous, ensuring we left fully satisfied. The service was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall warmth of the experience. In summary, Lal Qela exceeded our expectations in every way. The combination of exquisite food, stellar service, and a welcoming atmosphere made for an unforgettable evening. If you’re looking for a dining experience that is both unique and deeply satisfying, Lal Qela is the place to be. We can’t wait to return and explore more of their culinary treasures! Special shout out to Waseem who was brilliant.

Great food, the uncle who served us was very kind and friendly. Great asset for the restaurant!

One of the worst restaurant ,very bad service, had worst biryani ever gave me food poisoning

Best worker in lalqila very polite .

amazing service Our server jamil was super nice and kind Great place 10/10

Great food, cooked really nicely and friendly staff. The only thing I would say is they need to take care payments - it is 2021! Update - I'm still a regular and they now take card payments!

I ordered a curry which was not what I expected however when I told the waiter he was so helpful and changed it for a different one which was delicious. The customer service at this place was exceptional.

Well prepared food, with a buzzing atmosphere. Had a real variety of food between a group of 13 of us! 😋

Amazing atmosphere, delicious food and excellent service. As a family we chose this restaurant for my brother’s wedding tea party and everything went smooth. Highly recommend as it will be a favourite spot. Thanks to the team.

Taste was awesome... Best place for desi food lover

excellent really enjoyed the food

Really good food. I was taken here by someone and the service was good. Would definitely go again

It was second visit with family last yesterday just ordered fish 2tikka 2 pakora with 3 nans Just starters cost £55 for starters 3 persons Very expensive. It was medium taste never will even thin to visit lal qilla alum rock. Very bad experience.

Biryani was just okay but the quantity of rice was less there were only chicken boneless pieces with less rice. Samosa chaat was also okay but you could hardly find samosa in it.

Best ever food. Especially charsi karrahi

Good is nice but a bit more salty.

Food was okay, service wasn't good. disappointed with the waiters service didnt advise on the portion size. Charged us £50 extra pn the bill. I will never eat here again. In total charged us £250. What a rip off!!!!

Laal Qela is true example of Oonchi Dukaan Pheeka Pakwaan .. we ordered charsi lamb. karahi which was nothing more than boiled lamb pieces with some ginger and green chilli thrown in the end no taste at all .. honestly waste of money, were given fancy bottle of warm water and upon asking was provided small glass of ice, gave us 2 pieces of tissue for the 3 of us had to ask again. The atmosphere was quite good but not busy at all and now we know why.. anyways we did not enjoy at all after shopping all day at alum rock road we wanted good food but last roti and half we dipped in the oil and scrapped the karahi only to finish off the roti so it doesnt go to waste and tbh we were hungry :( .. i hope they improve their food after reading this.

Fantastic fresh karahis. Always hits the spot

What a let down - waiters just don't care food was poor quality and no Taste.my nan could make better food from her hospital bed!! Don't be fooled by the guys wearing waistcoats. I really miss koi noor from across the road that was a million times better. Save your money guys and go elsewhere. I would give them a -5

They have nice service and a nice atmosphere. The food was not nice, the side of the shish kebabs were burnt and the lamb chops and rice didn't taste nice either. Poppadoms were £1 each as well, which is a bit expensive if you think about it

Expensive dont mind but currys had a tangy taste one of worst curries ive had

This is the 3rd time we’ve been here. And the service is always top tier. The food is always fresh and tastes delicious every time. Highly recommend

Great desi food, cant go wrong, regular customer, much recommend!

The quality off the food was excellent but personally I didn't enjoy the meal , there was nothing wrong with it but it was too spicy for me and I didn't enjoy any of it . it also wasn't very hot so really disappointed as I was looking forward to the meal . all no fault of the take away , just personal taste , sorry .

Great service and delicious food taste.

Amazing food quality design of restaurant perfect just wow

Love the food. Good atmosphere and great service. Highly recommend.

Friday night regulars. Food is always on point. Reasonably priced too. Service with a smile.

Food was okay service was OK also

Best food with excellent service.

BEST FOOD IN TOWN CUZZY FRESH LASSI

Asked clearly for just the chilli sauce with a large order of kebabs. But the usual default of a mix of all… clearly do not read any notes attached to orders. Really annoying , please train your staff to read customer requests

Excelllent customer service. Amazing food.

Food was lovely. Fresh and good flavours. I will order again. Thanks

biryani was good..wasnt happy with naan or fries today.not like usual freshness.

chicken biryani and meat biryani was very tasty..naan was good also..wasnt too happy with samosa chaat as it didnt have freshness of samosa.. fries were average

Best karahi in Birmingham..no comparison!!

Food was overall okay - lamb karahi was nice.

foods really good, HMC and not long waiting time

Don’t come to this place for iftar. Really poor service, we ordered 40 mins before iftar time and we were the last table to be served. Didn’t even get to eat our starters until over 30 mins after iftar time.

Not bad & also not good. I say in between.

One of my favourite for chicken kebabs

Went LAL QILA starter are 5 star karahi not that great service great

Very rude attitude no taste no service waste of money waste of time I want to requests every one they would like to go for eat here donot waste money and time.

Verry good food was hot on arrival definitely recommend.

We came as a huge family the two workers were the nices one gave us all lollypop

Came to here for the first time and the food was amazing all the staff was very friendly specially Jamil he made us feel very welcome. The food was a reasonable price.

It was an amazing to be at Lal Qela, Food was really delicious. Mr jamil and Mr Gultasam were very hospitable .

Good service by Jamil, food was good, vale for money

Karahi had a lot of salt in it , even the chutney was salty. No taste to karahi , chicken didn't taste fresh.

Great customer service by Jamil food was lovely

Not happy, what I had ordered I didn't receive it. Instead got something else.

Rude chap at the restaurant(see picture). He got angry when we selected our table and not what he selected and seemed not wanting to work. Food was very cold like they defrosted it and did not even warm it but placed it in a pan to serve. Avoid this place like plague. We will never waste our money there again. All staff were unwelcoming and food was a let down. They put the tea in the slush puppy machine and when we ordered it tasted so disgusting.

excellent customer service,thankyou.

Very nice food lal qela resturent is number 1

Nice ambience, good service. Food is good too. However, if you are looking for a authentic Pakistani, you won't find it here as it is more like an asian food.

Tasty food i had tried ever..staff is very cooperative and well trained …It has an nice ambiance…

Lovely food. Great service by Jameel! Thanks :)

food today was very fresh ..I ordered chicken biryani and chicken spinach balti..both were delicious in taste.naan roti and fries tasted good too..thank you

Food was really bad , unprofessional service total waste of money

Came here with family from Manchester. The premises was nice, however, the seating area could do with more cleaning. Some dishes and starters, such as chicken bhuna balti and fish pakora, were tasty, however, some were average. The naans were really good. They're boycotting coke and pepsi and do not offer appropriate alternatives. The service wasn't good, we had to ask them for plates, knifes and forks... seriously? No consistency in staff uniform as well. Overall, due to their unprofessional service I cannot recommend them since it wasn't even a busy day that could justify it.

Customer service is 10/10 and food is fresh and tasty.just fish was slightly dry from inside but taste was good.

I wouldn’t want to order from anywhere else. Fabulous from start to finish.

Have been here a few times before. Every time we visit Birmingham from London, Lal Qela is must for us. Have never been disappointed. Service, quality and taste of food is always on point. Today we were served by Jamil. Found him to be very helpful and served with a smile. I recommend everyone in Birmingham to come and try it out!

Had a great experience, the food was absolutely delicious and the tea was great too. Jameel was really nice and service was highly professional. Thank you- had a lovely meal.

The worst service I’ve ever experienced, decided to take items off the table without asking or even looking at us. Food was cold, tasteless, portions were small, rice was dry. Experience overall was unpleasant and prices are ridiculous for such disappointing food.

Very nice restaurant.and food quality was very nice and we had a very nice waiter called jamil.the brother was very courteous and polite and gave us amazing service.we will definatly return again.

The waiters were very friendly talked with us .the food was next level soo delicious and the atmosphere was beautiful and amazing defiantly recommend

Very clean and tidy. The service was a bit slow despite it not being busy but the food was top notch. 👍🏻

Tasted great but portion size was terrible box was half full

JAMIL provided excellent service great place to eat priced reasonably.

Great service Food was amazing couldn’t fault Great service from the waiters specially jamil Very confident and great customer service Freind let staff

Never eating from here again. Food took 1 hour to come. Grilled chicken burger was not cooked properly at all

Great Service by Jamil, food was delicious as always. Favourite restaurant!

The food was dry and I found hair in the food and the customers service wasn’t good.

Not happy with service, Found a thick strand of hair in the curry, told the waiter, he did not do anything about it. Very Unhygienic.

Absolutely delicious food. Would highly recommend. Service was amazing too.

Customer service was very slow and the food was not the same as before. Meat didn't taste nice. They are over priced.

Great experience, food was delicious and service was also great. Special shout out to Jamil for going the extra mile.

The experience was amazing. The food quality was really high and the service was very quick. The cannon also was a nice addition for nice photos. Would highly recommend and I come here often

One of the few places left that does traditional authentic curry. Only letdown is the price. Great food and service is top notch. Plenty of seating available and is family friendly.

Nice food , ambience ok bit overall service is nice