Mother India in Glasgow City

Always a great meal, and friendly staff

Hands down the best value:quality ratio meal I’ve had. The express lunch menu is not one to be missed!

Great place, the monkfish was delicious

Food was delicious. Wait staff were very accurate and polite. However, instead of a playlist the restaurant was playing a radio which meant that every 15 minutes we were subjected to a few minutes of very loud advertisements which ruined the atmosphere and beautiful decor.

The chicken tikka makhani might be the best I've ever had. Walnuts in it which was new for me. But if that's the secret ingredient to make a curry this good then I'm in!

Great food I had the set menu with the fish pakoras which came with a great chutney. The monkfish curry was also so tasty the garlic naan was huge and delicious. They were great servers and ran out after us to make sure we didn’t forget our water bottle. So kind great atmosphere, been told to come here a lot and I’m glad I finally did and will 100% be back

The food was excellent, refined and quite cheap, the restaurant is very cosy. Highly recommended.

I've been coming to this restaurant for 25 years and rate it 5/5 every time. The most delicious food! and staff will always be flexible to meet needs of children and teens. I had the fish pakora and prawn and monkfish curry this time and it was so tasty. The upstairs dining room is beautiful with a mix of Rennie Mackintosh chairs and mahogany comfort. Love the surroundings, atmosphere and attentiveness of the staff nearly as much as the food. We'll be back.

Disappointed. Was looking forward to trying Mother India but left disappointed. Window table was freezing. Trio of pakora was just 3 vegetables deep fried. Taste from garlic chilli chicken was one of overpowering saltiness, chicken was tough and chewy .

Spectacular food and fair price, we tried the menu of the day and in which they offered us a starter, main course and dessert. We chose different options to share, just what we expected.

Enjoyed wonderful Indian food and the host was great.

Well worth going here been doing so for over 30yrs and more in the other restaurants monir owns

Almost worth visiting for the decor alone, beautiful wood panels, cornicing... , looks like something from a chic victorian interior design brochure. But the star is the food, packed with flavour every dish has a individual signature. Portions are huge, doggy bags are offered as standard. All good.

Quite possibly the best curry I’ve ever had.

My husband is Indian and insisted I leave a review for this fabulous restaurant. He grew up eating Indian food at home and on the curry mile in Manchester. Since then, we’ve been lucky enough to eat at some well known Indian restaurants all over the world (Gymkhana, Trishna, Jamavar, Brigadiers, Tayyabs, Amaya, Tamarind in London, Akbars and Mumtaz in Leeds/Bradford, Gulatis Pandara rd and Moti Mahal in Delhi, and the Taj Mumbai). However, we can honestly say that Mother India in Glasgow steals the show and is our personal favourite. The food is nothing short of sublime - the perfect balance of authenticity, innovation and spice, freshly prepared using high quality ingredients. Each dish has its own unique presentation, aroma, taste and identity. The portion size is very generous and the price point is very reasonable given the lavish but cosy atmospheric setting and food quality. The kitchen staff are always on hand to alter dishes to suit individual tastes (we always request home style Indian cooking) and their execution is flawless. We are have always been taken so well care of by Suhaib, who is a true gentleman and the perfect host - always on hand to advise on food choices, entertain and inform! It’s obvious that he is personally invested in his guest experience and satisfaction. Special thanks also to Sangam, our attentive and kind waiter for his outstanding service.

Knowing Glasgow is the "Curry Capital of the UK," I knew we had to try some Indian food, but with such a wealth of places to pick from, I cook to polling some locals for recommendations. Mother India was everyone's top, and it happened to be so close to where we were staying. I think my soul left my body eating this food, it was INCREDIBLE. Go.... if you're in Glasgow.... go here. Go to Glasgow, just to eat here, it's That good.

Absolutely brilliant food! Mix pakora was phenomenal and vegetable great too! Delhi Lamb and butter chicken never fail to hit the spot! Wine and kingfisher lager complimented the experience! Staff lovely and very attentive. Had not been to the restaurant for a while but certainly still excellent. Be back in December as going to the Cellar! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Found that with a large group wanting to share food, the table was too small.

Can't fault this. Wonderful dining experience. Thankyou

Excellent food, a little different to the usual fare in an Indian restaurant. Generous portions especially starters, so be careful! Music is quite noisy so we had trouble hearing our conversations.

Even though the food was delicious, the service was not that great. The waiter told us that we cannot order lunch menu without explanation why, after asking for the reason he came back and said that indeed we can order that dish. Then, he forgot to bring us one mango lassi and ice creams. I can understand that the place was crowded but it would be nice to say something after those many mistakes.

Tucked away in the cellar of Westminster Terrace, Mother India offers a rustic, wine-cellar-inspired dining experience that promises a mix of tradition and charm. Armed with a voucher for a four-course lunch for two, we eagerly anticipated a culinary treat. Unfortunately, the experience left much to be desired. Upon arrival, we were greeted warmly by staff who directed us to our table downstairs. The decor immediately caught the eye – rustic and atmospheric, with a cozy dining-room feel. However, the ambiance was marred by an unpleasant smell, reminiscent of drain issues, which lingered throughout the meal. This initial impression was compounded by stained and dirty menus, a red flag for hygiene. While presentation matters, cleanliness is paramount, and this lapse raised concerns about the restaurant's overall standards. Determined to give the food its due, we persevered. For starters, my guest chose vegetable pakoras, while I opted for fish pakoras. Both dishes were well-presented and flavorful. The fish pakora stood out – perfectly cooked with moist, flaky flesh encased in a spiced, crispy batter. The accompanying poppadoms with spiced onions and mango chutney were delightful, offering a beautiful balance of sweetness and spice. However, as the restaurant filled to capacity, service began to falter. A long 40-minute wait for the main course passed without communication from the staff. A simple apology or acknowledgment of the delay could have made a significant difference. Eventually, we were served lamb Rogan Josh with garlic naan and basmati rice. The main course did not disappoint. The Rogan Josh was a masterclass in depth and complexity, with bold flavors and tender, generous portions of lamb. Dessert was a nostalgic treat: retro tubs of ice cream served with small plastic spoons – a quirky, playful end to the meal. Regrettably, the experience was soured once more by a visit to the restroom. The facilities were unclean, with a broken toilet seat and clear signs of neglect. Such issues are inexcusable in any dining establishment, as they speak volumes about attention to detail and respect for customers. While the food at Mother India shines, offering authentic flavors and hearty portions, the glaring hygiene and service issues overshadowed the meal. These problems are easily fixable, but until they are addressed, I cannot recommend a return visit. It's a shame that such potential is undermined by avoidable lapses. Rating: 2.5/5 The food is the star, but the supporting elements need serious improvement.

Maria Joseph Britto is such an amazing waiter, he made us have a wonderful experience, and he is very attentive and nice. The food was amazing. We’ve been restaurant hopping in the UK for a while, and this has been BY FAR our best culinary experience. Great prices and wonderful ambience.

The tastiest food and best service. The gentleman who looked after my husband and I last night was so attentive and lovely. Highly recommend!

Had some of the best Indian food here. The overall ambience was nice, but we were seated right up against the doors to the washroom. Aside from that, service was friendly and prompt.

Magical food. The Raan is simply magnificent, such juicy tender and flavourful lamb.

Siempre he disfrutado cenando aquí, a pesar de que la popularidad de este restaurante, y la alta calidad de su cocina, a veces puede significar que me he sentido apretado en una mesa apretada e incómoda o servido demasiado lentamente. Esta reseña, sin embargo, es sobre una experiencia para llevar. No fue genial. El caballero “verde” de la puerta no tenía claro dónde debía hacer y pagar mi pedido. Me dio la impresión de que había pasado por una habitación adyacente para hacer el pedido. Esperaba que regresara con una máquina de cartas. Cinco minutos después de decirle lo que quería, tiempo durante el cual había estado girando los pulgares en la zona de entrada y estorbando a la gente, le pregunté si quería que pagara. Me dirigió a sus colegas de al lado. Cuando les dije que había pasado por el vestíbulo de entrada para pagar, me explicaron que mi pedido no se les había transmitido. El “verde” reapareció. Le dije que sus colegas desconocían mi orden. Un miembro blanco del personal con barba de jengibre pareció burlarse de mi uso de la palabra “desconociendo”, a pesar de que era de lejos la palabra más concisa y precisa que podría haber elegido para describir la situación. Se puso un poco camisero conmigo y señaló indignado el mostrador, donde trozos de papel hablaban a todas las otras órdenes que él y sus colegas estaban en el proceso de prepararse. El “recolector” me dijo que él había pasado mi orden al compañero de jengibre, luego procedió a tomar mi pago. Aunque el becario de jengibre estaba más que un poco en el lado picante, creo que la explicación más probable es que estaba trabajando muy duro y haciendo todo lo posible para hacer frente a la información intermitente e incompleta / instrucciones del “verde”. Le daré el beneficio de la duda. Cuando el equipo lea esta reseña, tendrán la oportunidad de discutir cómo podrían trabajar mejor juntos para mejorar su experiencia de cliente frente a casa. Les deseo suerte y por supuesto volveré, pero solo para cenar: no como cliente para llevar.

An enjoyable evening at Mother India. Fortunate to get a table down stairs in the “wee curry house”. Food was very good would rate it at 4 stars. Staff polite , service was slow, having to get waiters attention a a couple of times rather than needs being anticipated Food 4 stars Service 3 stars, nice meal

Fui con mi esposa el 28 de septiembre por mi 64 cumpleaños a usar un vale regalo de mi hijo. Llegamos a las 6 p.m. y nos sentamos arriba en una pequeña mesa para 2 en un rincón muy oscuro. El servicio era amable y eficiente y la comida era muy agradable, no excepcional, pero nada de qué quejarse. Estábamos demasiado llenos para un desierto y todavía estábamos bebiendo nuestra botella de vino tinto. A los 19: 20 el camarero nos dijo que necesitarían nuestra mesa de vuelta en 5 minutos, mientras que todavía nos quedaba la mitad de la botella de vino! Sentimos que nos apresuramos a salir ya que no estábamos gastando más, no nos informaron antes que solo tendríamos 1 . 5 horas para nuestra comida y bebidas, así que puso un amortiguador en las cosas. La comida y el servicio era decente aparte del final, pero no volveríamos a utilizar el lugar de nuevo. Un montón de otras opciones cercanas.

Abajo en “curry house”. Ambiente agradable. Comida por encima de la media, encantador roman josh. Servicio algo lento con poco interés del personal de espera.

Muy delicioso, buen servicio。吃起来非常不错，有一点辣。我们一共 4 个人吃的很开心。Maria Joseph Britto Es un hombre amable. 挺好的,挺好的,就是必须要凑够 50 个字才能发出来。El servidor es muy alto en rendimiento.

Despite we stayed only 8 days in Glasgow we had twice dinner with my family. All foods are delicious and Strongly recommended.

Reliably good Glasgow favourite. Varied menu with freshly cooked ingredients, excellent service and a nice atmosphere. Restaurant had only just opened for the evening when we went, and it was a little cold upstairs, but warmed up as more people arrived.

Hi All Trust you are well. I would just like to thank you all for the lovely meal that I had at Mother India. The food was authentic and went well with the decor of the restaurant. Our service handler was exceptional. I believe his name was zoheb. Please pass on my compliments to the relevant parties. Kind regards Larry.

Thanks for much for your welcoming service and amazing food. Also, access so much easier for my wheelchair with portable ramp. Very easy and cheap solutions but makes life so much easier, thank you. Hope more public places could be as accommodating

Food was very good. Menu a little limited compared to some Indian's but everyone found something they wanted and all agreed what was there was done well.

Food amazing staff are great will definitely be back

We spent over a week in Scotland and this was one of the best dining experiences we had from top to bottom. Outstanding food and service!

The service was impeccable! Best Indian food in Glasgow, delicious.

Good experience, but I don’t think this place is as good as it used to be.

The food is great but the service is very cold. Not much atmosphere if you go early in the evening.

We came here for our first dinner in Scotland and overall we enjoyed! We didn’t get our drink or food order taken until about 25 minutes after seating which is why we didn’t give more stars. Otherwise it was delicious and a cool atmosphere. Reasonably priced as well.

Great food, great service. The quality and taste of food here has been better than most Indian restaurants I have been to in a long time. Would recommend anyone coming to Glasgow to have a meal here. Thank you to the team for the delicious food.

Our friends brought us to this Indian restaurant which was bustling with people. It was pretty noisy. I didn’t like the ambiance as we were seated too close to the kitchen. The food was tasty. The price was reasonable. Vegetarian options are available too. They will kindly pack the leftovers for you too. That was a kind gesture. If you love Indian cuisine, you should try this one too. 🤗

I can’t recommend the fritter enough! Though I also had the garlic chicken, the fritter was definitely the highlight of the meal. Really good portion sizes!

Amazing food, quick service, and a gorgeous setting. The serving sizes are large, so consider splitting a dish. The restaurant is upstairs and I didn’t see a lift.

Authentic Indian restaurant in a cosy setting. Highly recommended, only the service could be a little more attentive.

Absolutely incredible curries! We got the prawn dosa which was a top tier starter, and thankfully still had plenty of room for the butter chicken and Delhi style lamb. I would have happily eaten there every day for a week just to try new things!

We had a large party, and the food and service were both excellent. The saag paneer was particularly delicious.

Very busy, service was a bit too slow.

Outstanding food, the best curries I’ve ever had in my life.

Tasty Indian cuisine. Lunch deals.

What a wonderful experience, from the service, food and atmosphere. Attention and care to our requests.Huge thank you to our waitress Akshatha for her excellent suggestions and customer service. Will definitely be back.

Delicious food, great atmosphere and the service was amazing thanks to the lovely Akshatha, she really looked after us yesterday and that was a super 10/10 service! Keep smiling :)

Food was good but the service was not what we expected. We had a reservation at 20.15 and when we arrived they said in a bad manner that our reservation was for 20.30 so we had to wait outside. The most surprising part is that they charged us a 10% mandatory service fee on the bill. I haven’t seen this before in UK restaurants.

À great meal with family and friends. The food was delicious and plentiful. Staff and atmosphere were excellent.

The food and atmosphere was great. The service was also good, but before we finished our drinks, we received our receipt with a question to pay at the desk when we are ready. However, after a minute the floor manager(?) came back with a payment terminal and, without any word, put it in front of us. That was quite rude and unprofessional.

Absolutely fantastic curry and large dishes of food too.

Work all over uk and this place is excellent!

Fantastic meal as always, Mother India never disappoints!

Lots of good Indian restaurants in Glasgow but this one is the best.

Biryani was heavily roasted but all other food was good.

As tourists visiting our friend temporarily living in Glasgow during Thanksgiving time, she heavily recommended Mother India Restaurant, and it was a GREAT experience for "our Thanksgiving meal!" The food was absolutely delicious. The plates are massive and shareable, and pairing our meals with a bottle of wine was perfect. Service was efficient, although the space is smaller making the staff kind of surround the tables and feels like they are watching over... regardless, they were friendly and ensured we had everything we needed throughhout our meal. I would absolutely visit Mother India again next time I'm back in Glasgow. Highly recommend visiting and enjoying a cozy meal.

Food was excellent you could not fault it. The portions are large. It's a little expensive but worth the money

Service was amazing and price fair for amount/ standard of food

I was quite disappointed with my recent dining experience. The timing of each dish was significantly off, causing me to wait a long time for both my main course and naan bread. It felt like the focus was more on portion sizes rather than quality. The Daal was very bland, and the butter chicken lacked depth of flavor. Although the service was excellent, overall, the meal did not meet my expectations.

Truly excellent food, great service, good selection, good prices. They make the best black dhal I’ve ever tasted! Will visit again and again!

Delicious food, very kind and patient service, it was a wonderful evening with a beautiful atmosphere. 😇

This place is fantastic the service is top quality. Zoheb at front of house was friendly and accommodating finding us a table when very busy. The food is out standing. I ordered The Butter Chicken which I believe is the best I have ever had. Amazing is all I can say.😀😀

The food is amazing and the portions are massive, love it

I can't tell if this place is a joke or not. From the moment you walk in the door, country music is playing? Okay fine, I can handle a little quirk at my restaurants. Service was fine, but gradually slowed down as they got busy and didn't seem to have the staff to handle it. The main concern is the food. This is indian food for people who think mayonnaise is spicy. It's a comical excuse for indian food and I have had much better grocery store indian food than what I ate at Mother India. I'm pretty convinced this place is purely a tourist trap that actually puts no care into making truly authentic Indian cuisine.

Lovely meal last night , great portion size wish the restaurant was closer to my home town

We ordered take-away and the food was fantastic! They made take-away service easy and boxed it up nicely. Makes for great left-overs as well.

Recommended by a friend and was not disappointed. Fine example of good Indian food at a reasonable price. Highly recommend the Butter chicken - usually go for something more authentic but was told to give it a go and glad I did. Staff friendly and good set up to share food between guests

Service is quite good ad food is tasty. NICE PLACE

Had potato patties with tamarind chickpeas, chicken tikka with pickling spices, saag paneer with broccoli, and radish paratha. Delightful.

We went here for a sibling night out, when we sat at our table some idiot came from outside threw up and left. The staff were fantastic mov8ng us to another table while they cleaned up. So on to the food we ordered two chicken dishes and two lamb with naans and rice. The food was amazing the lamb cooked to perfection as it melted in your mouth and the butter chicken and garlic chilli chicken got the two thumbs up. Like I said the staff were amazing and above and beyond. Overall great experience and will defos return.

Thank you very much for catering for a large table of 17 for my dads 80th Birthday. He loves Mother India and he had a lovely night. Amazing food, excellent service and good atmosphere. Thanks for doing the cake and singing Happy Birthday. Thanks again

Managed to fit us in with 30 mins notice and I think we got the last table. Food was excellent. Flavour and portion sizes are great. They have something for everyone. Would recommend

We used to visit the restraunt before mother indias cafe opened and we decided we enjoyed the tapas there. Which are amazing. We returned here after receiving a voucher. I cant state how much we enjoyed it. The food is amazing. We had the smoked haddock starter with poppodoms and dips. The chicken tikka which comes with rice and curry sauce. The lamb dehli was melt in the mouth with the potatoes and veg side. Had a naan bread which was hot and fluffy. We love our indian food and have been to loads of restraunts. This is by far the best we have ever had. Its proper indian food which is spiced and flavoured perfectly. The food is piping hot. The service is great also. A little bit pricey but definately worth it for the quality and experience. We will definately be returning.

One of the best restaurant in glasgow.Great choice on menu Friendly staff and efficient service Would highly recommend.

My favourite place in Glasgow! This place never disappoints, have a been a few time and it is just amazing! Selection of dishes are always on point, the service is always warm, friendly and genuine!

We used an Itison voucher for lunch today. The value for money was very good. Drinks were a little pricey but the actual meal was excellent. Staff were nice and accommodating. Would definitely return.

Love Mother India - best Indian in Glasgow in my opinion - superb butter chicken

Went for the tali lunch menu and was not disappointed. So much food for the price and everything was excellent. Would recommend the Monkfish tali but all of the dishes we tried were to a high standard.

No availablity, but off to The Ragamuffin ... 🤦🏻‍♂️ I have been to Mother India prior to & many times since this review, the food is always excellent and the staff are friendly😉

Having read most of the recent reviews, I can not agree at all with the ones stated as average or below. The first thing to say is that it gets very busy, so booking seems essential. It was packed when we visited, and that was mid week. I cannot see it being disabled friendly in any way! It is a climb up a narrow, poorly lit staircase to a dining room where access between tables is limited. It is beautifully decorated and appeared clean and well looked after. The staff, while not being outstanding , were polite, attentive, well presented and friendly. The service was a little slow, but being a party of 12 along with a packed dining room, I would expect this. While as others have said the menu is limited for an Indian restaurant, the food was very good indeed. It was hot, nicely spiced, well presented and tasty. The portions were more than adequate, in fact we asked for some not we had not eaten to be taken out. There is an extensive wine and drinks list. I have had better a couple of times, but have had far far worse. Not bad value for money, coming in at around £350 for a party of 12, having starters, mains, sides and drinks. Overall a great visit to a really nice restaurant. We would quite happily go back.

Best Indian food I've ever had! The staff was very friendly and patient, and I really enjoyed the vibe of the dining area downstairs - between the funky, soulful soundtrack and the spacious yet intimate seating arrangements it was a magical experience. Highly recommend this restaurant, will definitely visit here again when in Glasgow!

Great butter chicken and pakora portions were generous

Booked Table Tuesday night for me and my wife, looking forward to a good Indian. Arrived early given my table and quickly starters arrived at our table , lovely. We then waited 45 minutes before the server noticed we still had no main. 55 minutes waiting for our main, I called time and paid my starters. Then I was asked to wait and meet the manager again 10 mins no appearance so I left. Horrible experience. Service shocking

The food was good but the Asian waitress could barely crack a smile. She looked like she wanted to end her life.

"THE DEN" My friend and I went to The Den last Thursday. The food was delicious, tasted authentic, good portions and all the staff very friendly and helpful. Sri served us and looked after us very well - we will definitely be back! Have told a few friends about this small but perfectly formed GEM.

Amazing food and service. We ordered the tapas lunch and not disappointed. It was enough for us both… more than! Very enjoyable and presentable. Also had a suggested cocktail on the specials was an expresso martini best I have ever had!!

Absolutely sensational. We had the famous Butter Chicken - it is just incredible. We also had the Lamb Rogan Josh (not on the menu) ..that was unreal aswell. Both were bursting with flavour. Great atmosphere in the main dining area upstairs. Impeccable service every time. . Always well looked after at Mother India. Absolutely love it.

Very disappointing, this used to be my favourite restaurant, I ordered the spicy keema dosa which was soggy and definitely not spicy basically tasteless. Then ordered a lamb karahi which was very disappointing, the sauce was bland an the lamb was tough. When I gave feedback to the waitress she apologised and agreed and also told us that other customers had also complained about the lamb. So obviously either management didn't get the feedback or they don't about customer complaints. As I said, this used to be my favourite restaurant but after that meal I won't be rushing back.

Having read reviews for this restaurant I decided that I must try it out.it Is constantly hyped as the best Indian restaurant on all reviews. I beg to differ. Poor service poor food poor ambience. I will never give this place my hard earned cash again. Do not believe the reviews. This place is poor. Could not wait to pay my bill and get Out. Very disappointed.

Firm family favourite, Mother India never disappoints. We got assigned great seats in the first floor, place to be, the staff were excellent as always. Food amazing and plentiful. If you love a good curry, this is the place to be in Glasgow.

Staying in finniston and came across this small & pleasant restaurant the service& food was excellent would recommend

The dishes were tasty and good quality. A little bit cramped, but this is due to the restaurants popularity. Very well served and definitely going back.

Very attentive service, great ambience and the food was delicious. Very generous, tasty portions.