Mattancherry Taunton in Taunton Deane

Great food (railway lamb was delicious) and lovely hospitality

What a change to find Indian (with a twist) food that tastes great!!! We were blown away with our food, the service was impeccable. We will travel back to Taunton as some point to eat again.

Just had dinner . To be honest the food and ambience is amazing. Also traditional and aromatic taste of food is great. Highly recommended

We love Thali style food and even though it was not on their menu they offered it. Chicken, fish or Veg? We chose fish Thali. The fish kolambu was good but the portion was small. Vegetarian dishes were also there and it was small portions too. Overall food was good and the service was nice. Price was good too. It was good we found a Kerala restaurant after a long time.

Amazing, amazing, amazing. You have to try it. You will not be disappointed.

"We’ve been regular customers at mattanchery and have often placed large orders, including party orders, so we were shocked by the way we were treated on our recent visit. We came in hoping to relax with a simple cup of chai, as we were tired and just wanted a break. However, when we ordered, what seemed like the manager approached us and, in front of other customers and staff, told us that we couldn’t just order chai and would need to order more food. The way he said it felt dismissive and rude, leaving us embarrassed and insulted. We actually planned to consider ordering more items after our tea, but the manager’s attitude completely ruined the experience. For loyal customers who have supported this restaurant with large and party orders, being treated this way was disappointing and hurtful. We left feeling sad and disrespected, and it’s hard to imagine returning after such an experience."

The food was definitely average, I was expecting much more delight. The service was poor, no checking the table, no checking for drinks, servers next to impossible to flag down. It's a loud and busy environment and much more attention is needed to the customers. Overall not what it should be, actually disappointed

Diwali meal served on a traditional banana leaf.

Some of the most authentic indian food I’ve ever tasted outside of india-great customer service!

I have been to this restaurant many times but tonight I was very disappointed. Maybe I miss ordered but I found the Khizi parotta with chicken -bland, tasteless and very unsatisfying. I will not be ordering that again.

Great value, amazing food, excellent service and a great experience. Familiar dishes have a unique twist and all was delicious and beautifully presented. Update: No change from our original review!! Book now!

Food was excellent, best Indian food I've eaten in Taunton! The dosa was especially brilliant. I really appreciate that the restaurant itself is really nice, lovely surroundings to sit and eat in.

Delicious Thali meal at lunch time. Harik was very welcoming and we will definitely be back.

Best Indian restaurant in Taunton food was excellent and great service.

My wife organised a birthday celebration for me here and it was absolutely amazing. Loved the food and can’t wait to go back

Authentic Indian cuisine rarely tastes this good outside of India, but can be found in Tauntons' station road . Don't be fooled by the exterior you will have a meal that you will not forget.

Food was awesome, service was friendly and attentive. Portion sizes were enough for one, not shareable, but that was fine for us!

Excellent food, warm host. The food was gone in few minutes because it was so amazing. Can't recommend it enough

Food: Alepee Prawn curry, basmati rice, kerala parota and panner masala Loved the prawn curry reminded me fo authentic kerala food outside of the country

Lovely delicious curry, with fantastic service

Best place to have the most authentic South Indian delicacies in Taunton with family and friends. I personally love their Masala Dosa, Palak Patta Chaat, Idli-Sambar, Meduvada-Sambar, Grandma's Chicken Curry. Good service and professional staff.

Elevated Indian cuisine with additional dishes influenced by neighbouring Asian cultures. We visited on a Monday evening and were surprised to see that most tables were occupied. We had good prompt service, and the waiter enlightened us as to the special dishes that are original to their menu. My meal abridged was thus: Poppadoms: light crisp, moreish, and obviously homemade as per the condiments Starter: Fried fish in East Asian spices; incredible depth of flavour. The fish was slightly overcooked but delicious nonetheless. Main: Pondicherry Lamb; a lively Franco-Tamil-esque dish, which I assume is made with a sambar spice blend, It was the best gravy I have had outside of London award winning restaurants (where I would have to pay three times the price). Absolutely outstanding curry dish, no frills, just waves of flavour and heat that hugs long after the last bite. A curry so good I didn't want to brush my teeth before bed and ruin the lingering flavours! Our meal for 2 with starters and 3 rounds of drinks and service came to £75ish which I think was damn good value considering the quality.

3 fresh cooked meals and snacks for our recent holiday. highly recommend

Thanku for serving authentic food helping to enhance the sweet bunds once lost,especially the ginger cardamom tea and thanku for the patience,all the best for future endeavours 👍

Sat at a booth with a flickering light above it but other than that it was great.

Went tonight 25-07-24 for the tasting menu. Oh my god. Loved every mouthful. It was nice to have something that is different. Something that feels authentic. Not your normal "curry house" Highly recommended

This is my 3rd time visiting the restaurant and have been here with my friends and family earlier. I am from Kerala and I can say they provide some of the best Kerala foods I have had in UK. Normally the Indian cuisine restaurant change the taste of the food to suite British customers but Mattancherry provides curries and biryani and other dishes how it's serverd in Kerala. The service is also very friendly and warm. I would recommend anyone wanting to try Indian cuisine to give it a try.

I recently visited Mattancherry Taunton, a restaurant that comfortably seats around 50 patrons. While parking is not immediately adjacent to the venue, a short walk of a few minutes is required. The restaurant also features a banquet hall upstairs, likely used to accommodate overflow crowds. The ambiance is very pleasant and clean. Our meal began with paneer tikka and chicken lollipop. As a vegetarian, I can vouch for the paneer tikka—it was quite good. My companions had similar praise for the chicken lollipop. One standout dish was the muscle dosa, which exceeded my expectations. It was served with sambar and chutney, though the chutney could have used a bit more salt. We also ordered kadai paneer and garlic naan. The naan was freshly made and delicious, while the kadai paneer, although a bit spicy for me, was deemed perfectly seasoned by my friend. One order of kadai paneer is ample for two people, and we complemented it with some plain rice for the leftovers. My friend also tried the Mattancherry fish curry and found it excellent. The service was prompt and friendly, with two waiters efficiently managing the kitchen and dining area. There is also a bar with a good selection of wines and a few branded beers. I opted for a salt lemon soda, which was refreshing and aided my appetite. For those in Taunton looking for quality Indian cuisine, I highly recommend Mattancherry. It is one of the few places where both South Indian and North Indian dishes are equally delightful. Overall, I would rate the food, ambiance, and service at 4.5 stars.

This is a must among the many Indian restaurants in Taunton. The menu is not complicated, and the dishes are unique, tasty, and appealing visually as well.

One of the good south indian restaurant in taunton. Nice staff. Good atmosphere. Excellent service. I tried the masala tea. It was really nice. Then i tried, their Bombay chaat. It was really nice. I quite like both chaat and masala tea.it was a good combo. Then i tried their kizhi porotta. it was not bad. Lastly i tried their fish curry. It was excellet

Lovely themed restaurant, good selection of food, with overall good service from very friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend.

Outstanding. One of the best biryanis I’ve had in a very long time and the service was fantastic. Highly recommended!

Really nice food and very authentic, and really good vegetarian menu too. The staff are lovely and will definitely go again.

Last night, we had the pleasure of dining at Mattancherry Taunton for their Kerala Food Festival evening, and it was an absolutely delightful experience. The atmosphere was vibrant and inviting, perfectly complementing the rich flavors of the Kerala cuisine. We started with the Payyoli Chicken, which was cooked to perfection with a beautiful blend of spices that tantalized our taste buds. The Beef Biryani was another highlight, with tender pieces of beef and fragrant rice that made each bite a joy. The Pidi and Duck Curry was simply exquisite, with the duck being incredibly succulent and the curry bursting with authentic Kerala flavors. The service was outstanding, with the staff being attentive and friendly throughout the evening. A special mention goes to Christine, who went above and beyond to ensure we had an enjoyable time. Her warm and attentive service truly enhanced our dining experience. Overall, Mattancherry Taunton provided us with a memorable evening filled with delicious food and exceptional service. We highly recommend visiting during their Kerala Food Festival or any other time – you won't be disappointed! Thank you, Mattancherry Taunton, for a fantastic evening!

Mattancherry is literally the best place in the south. The food is beyond amazing, traditional, flavoursome, perfectly priced. It's the best place you will eat!

The food is amazing, the staff are so friendly and helpful. We don’t get to go as often as we’d like due to finding childcare but when we do we are always wowed by the hospitality and array of flavours.

Emergency stop on Taunton due to M5 nightmare! Beautiful food, interesting choices, very wee cooked Recommended

What a VIBE! The interior of this place is so quirky, you wouldn't think you are in Taunton. I loved the unique twist on traditional Indian food, and it was all totally delicious. The lemon chutney with the poppadoms was 👌 Only sidenote; don't order dessert. Portions are teenyyyyy, and not worth the price.

Very enjoyable meal. Good on spice and flavoursome biryani.

Frankly the best Indian takeaway I've ever had. Utterly delicious, I can't wait to try the rest of the menu. My little girls loved the dal tadka and lamb saag. Naan breads are also next level!

Wonderful meal, great food, best South Asian food in Taunton

delightful, would recommend to a friend

We visited mattancherry for my dad’s birthday, the food was delicious and the service was very attentive. Will be visiting again. :)

Went for my dads birthday very tasty and great service.

My favourite Indian, friendly service and most importantly great food! Last visit was for my birthday and I will definitely be back.

Anniversary. Big one. Vingt. Mattancherry. Superb curry. Professional, friendly staff. Chefs are as good as it gets. Starters were Bombay chaat and Onion, Kale and Spinach Pakora. Superb. My wife had Alleppey Mango Vegetable Curry with coconut rice, I had Kerala Chicken Biryani. Glass of a really good white wine, Sauvignon blanc. We were very happy.

Excellent experience. Had the Taster Meat Menu, far too much food for us to finish but was enjoyed with the wine matching which may have not helped! The music and hospitality throughout the evening was again excellent and without fault, truly recommend this as a destination to enjoy Indian food whether or not you have a spicy requirement. Thank you.

Excellent food, really tasty without just using heat nice balance between herbs and spices. Watch out for the 10% discretionary service charge which is added on with any discussion.

Amazing food and service, very authentic taste.

What can i say! The most incredible authentic food i have ever had! Blown away! Fantastic service and staff and fresh food. What a find!

Best curry in town! Absolutely faultless!

One of our top two Indian restaurants in Taunton. Delicious and freshly cooked tandoori chicken and Syrian beef curry. They also do amazing dosas which are great but too big for a starter unless you share, in my view. The lassi was delicious.

The best Kerala cuisine we have tasted in the UK. This restaurant must not be missed.

Food is amazing! Lots of vegan options too 🌱

The food is just incredible. The masala dosa is easily the best I have had from anywhere in the UK. Hands down the best sambar and chutney to go with it. The Beef Dry Fry is another winner. It the right amount of crispy on the outside and succulent meat on the inside. After moving to Taunton from Brighton, this place has become my go to Kerala food place. Please also try their Erachi choru which is an alternative option if you are looking to tune one notch up from Biryani. Reasonable prices for the honest and authentic food and service. Gopi was super nice and very helpful and took us to show the upstairs and shared some great recommendations. Certainly coming back here (a lot) from now on. Food - 9/10 Ambiance - 8.5/10 Service - 9.5/10 Worth - 8.5/10

We had a really lovely meal here at the weekend. The staff we interacted with were all so polite and friendly, and seemed genuinely thrilled to have us there. The restaurant itself is really nicely decorated and has a friendly, relaxing atmosphere. I cannot eat gluten, and the member of staff who served us was very knowledgeable about each dish and what did and didn’t contain gluten. Additionally, the allergens in each dish are clearly listed against every option on the menu, so I felt 100% confident ordering something that I could safely eat, which was such a luxury. The pappadums were gorgeous and came with a lovely selection of dips. We shared the BDF to start, and it was cooked perfectly and full of flavour. Our mains consisted of Alleppey Prawn Curry, Coconut Rice, Grandma’s Chicken Curry and Pulao Rice, all of which was delicious and cooked well. My husband also had a cheese and garlic naan which he really enjoyed, and although I couldn’t try any for myself, it looked and smelt incredible. This was our first visit to Mattancherry Taunton, but it definitely will not be our last!

Delicious Bangladeshi cuisine in a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoyed a meal with work colleagues and were well looked after.

Really friendly and warm, fantastic food and great service. Will absolutely be coming back next time we're in Taunton!

Really lovely evening out, good food, and great staff. Will definitely be returning!

Really friendly, brilliant food

Excellent service, very good customer service.

Tasty and flavourful curry. Heat guide not as accurate as it could be.

Excellent service and atmosphere and absolutely delicious authentic food. Would highly recommend and will be visiting again. Clear allergens on the menu and staff happy to discuss gluten free options to make sure my Coeliac self was safe.

Excellent food and friendly staff... would certainly recommend.

Fantastic staff, atmosphere and gosh the Food! the Food!! So different but authentic really special. Thank you so much for a wonderful evening. Fab!

Always a 5* experience! Food is incredible and the service is first class. Best Indian in Taunton…. By far!

Loved it, great food and super service. Highly recommend

Lovely ambience and decor, welcoming and friendly staff, and a menu that is carefully curated and deliciously executed! A divine dining experience

Disappointed with this place after reading some decent reviews. Never felt relaxed as someone always pressing us to order from the moment we sat down. Food whilst flavoursome was paltry in terms of portions for what we were charged and what's happened to the big round poppadoms and four condiment choice? Mini poppadoms and three very small pots of non descript condiments was again disappointing. The staff were polite but not the dining experience hoped for.

Quiet lunchtime attentive service and very good food

This was our second visit to this restaurant and wont be the last. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and the food was fantastic. My friend, who loves Indian food, was very impressed by the Syrian Beef Curry. The Tandoori Salmon and Angamaly Pork are also delicious and highly recommended. I would have no hesitation in recommending the Mattancherry to anyone

Great food , staff and venue. Brilliant

Each dish was delicious and distinctive. Excellent service.

Great fragrent food, great veggie /vegan selection. Amazing friendly service. Thanks will come back!

Lovely place to eat great Indian food in Taunton. Great atmosphere and very kind service. We'll come back again

Delicious food, great service. Buzzing even at 6pm

Beautiful food, lovely staff - can’t believe I’ve waited so long to try this place. Already can’t wait to come back !

Excellent food, very different to the “standard Indian Restaurant” menu plus very helpful and friendly staff. We will be back!

Authentic kerala food in taunton...wonderful restaurant Food was delightful. priced reasonably and excellent service,Will definitely come back with my friends...

Great menu with a beautiful mix of choices, from the normal expected choices to their own take on traditional dishes. Specially kizhi porotta, beef roast and chicken biriyani. Worth of money, huge quantity of food, great and fast sevice.Thoroughly enjoyable.highly recommended...

Mattancherry in Taunton is not your typical Indian restaurant; it offers a unique dining experience that sets it apart from the rest. Returning to Mattancherry after nearly a year, I was greeted with the familiar warmth and culinary delights that make this restaurant a gem. The Bombay chaat starter, beautifully presented and bursting with sweet and yoghurt-y flavours, was a delightful reminder of why I keep coming back. For the main course, I opted for the mixed grill, which proved to be anything but ordinary. Succulent lamb, chicken, and salmon were expertly cooked and served with a touch of curry sauce and rice, creating a dish that satisfied every craving. Saving the best for last, the dessert at Mattancherry was a true masterpiece. The tandoori pineapple with pistachio ice cream offered a symphony of flavours and textures, with warm, caramelised pineapple complementing the cool, creamy pistachio ice cream in perfect harmony. Overall, Mattancherry Taunton continues to impress with its innovative dishes and impeccable execution, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable dining experience.

I eat here regularly, the food is absolutely amazing. I have something different every time I come here. The staff are so attentive and the atmosphere is outstanding.

I recently experienced a dining disappointment at a restaurant that left me questioning its value. Despite the high prices, the portion sizes were surprisingly small, leaving me hungry and unsatisfied. Adding to the frustration was the excruciatingly long waiting time, making the overall experience feel far from worth the money spent. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this place for those seeking a satisfying and reasonably priced meal

I enjoyed the food today; it had a nice flavor. However, the wait time was a bit long, which affected the overall experience.

Visited on a Thursday evening. Nice ambience and tasty curry—one of the best peshwari naans I’ve had for a while too. Friendly and attentive staff. Would recommend and will be returning.

The restaurant has an elegant ambience. The staff were very polite and friendly with customers. The food was served neatly and in an attractive manner. The food we had was an Indian cuisine and tastes exactly as home. Loved it.

This restaurant failed to impress.The high raised expectations but the prolonged waiting time and the excessive oiliness of the left much to be desired.Consider other options for a satisfying dining experience

I am really disappointed with the dining experience. Highly priced and low quantity. My friend ordered the kizhi paratha in which she was searching for beef. We really had a disappointing experience with them . We will not recommend this restaurant to any of our friends.

Worst experience ever. Foods served were said to be authentic Kerala which in fact lacked the Kerala taste. All foods were raw and lame in taste, was too oily. And way too expensive for the taste. Can’t even recommend anyone who wants taste the real taste of Kerala as everything is customised to low quality taste. Had to wait too long for the food to be served.

My recent visit to this restaurant left me dissatisfied on mutiple fronts. The high prices were accompanied by disappointingly small portions sizes making it feel like a less than adequate value for the money spent. To exacerbate matters, the waiting time was excessively long, testing my patience.

enjoyed the food the staff r really good love their gesture

Tasty and each dish very differently spiced Enjoyed our evening here

Amazing experience at Mattancherry Taunton.Great food, very good service and beautiful ambience. Highly recommended.

Fantastic meal, Maneer chicken and peshwari Naan were epic.

Absolutely great place. Staff are super friendly and the Chocomosa desert is fantastic. Little samosa filled with Belgian ganache..wow!

Beautiful lunchtime thali. Highly recommened!

Fantastic food 😋, gòod ambience and friendly staff..Love it..

Outstanding. We had the valentines set menu and it was absurdly beautiful. Highly recommend and great service

great service ,very friendly and great food as always

Great valentine's day taster menu and very friendly and attentive waiting staff. The strawberry kuifi was delicious, I could have eaten several of them!