Murphy's Pakora Bar in Glasgow City

I found this restaurant through instagram and I had to go and try the Pakora. I was not disappointed. The restaurant is a short bus ride from the centre of the city. I dined early in the evening and the restaurant was quite busy. I was quickly seated. The menu was already on the table. With a wide selection of pakora and other dishes from the frier. Some small plates and a good selection of Homestyle curries. In the end I plumped for the Haggis Pakora. Something I had never tried before and I certainly was not disappointed with my selection. It was delicious. I was tempted for a second plate. For my main dish I plumped for a Lamb bhoona and some Paratha. The meat was well cooked and full of flavour. It was well worth seeking out this restaurant. I will return again next time I visit Glasgow.

I have never left a restaurant review before tonight. This was a last minute booking. Fairly average food and generally disappointing. The good reviews here are very surprising! As others have said the chicken was overcooked and dried out, both within the pakora and in the chicken tikka masala. The menu on the website says they serve naan. They don’t. All the menus in the restaurant have it crossed out. False advertising ? Anyone else ever been for a curry in the UK where they don’t serve naan? When we asked the waitress why she explained they didn’t have room for the correct equipment which I assume is a tandoor. So I asked how it was possible to cook the tikka part of the dish we had just eaten without a tandoor and she said it can be done on the pan ie like I do at home with a jar of curry sauce from Lidl. Except mine tastes better. All a bit of a pity as we were looking forward to this. Lots of “merchandising” in the entrance hall but it seems like a case of style over substance. The vegetable pakora and the coriander relish was good but all the other food was not great quality. So many better options in Glasgow and this place is letting the side down. Avoid

Great restaurant. All food was delicious and the service was absolutely top notch. Would definitely go again if in the area.

Best place in Glasgow. Food and Service 10/10

Nice enough, wouldn’t be in a hurry to return.

The food was amazing, the atmosphere fantastic, and the owner was such a wonderful man. I highly recommend this place!

Great food, great service. We had a great night in this restaurant, fantastic atmosphere and hospitality

We cannot recommend Murphy’s pakora bar enough!! Such genuine, lovely, hardworking and kind staff. Exceptional food and cocktails, had to stop ourselves from ordering more. Raj is just the most lovely and welcoming man, who is so proud of his work, and has every right to be! Honestly cannot recommend this place enough.

The starters were basic, nothing special. The south indian garlic chilli was watery and bland. The butter chicken sauce was fine but the chicken was tough and dry. The partha comes with one small piece. Not worth money. Much better value for money in Malletsheugh Newton Mearns.

Outstanding food. Pakora’s are amazing as was the butter chucking and lamb dahli.

Excellent food, full team were pleased. Excellent service

We visited in early February 2025 Fantastic part of town. The building was atmospheric and the restaraunt calm and relaxing. I had been very excited to visit being from down South. The pakoras were fantastic in variety,the lentil curry and paratha was nice and the desserts perfect we were really made welcome by the marvelous gentleman who ai presume was the owner and nice waiters. Overall a fantastic night in the West End of Glasgow

Overrated and no naan breads! after reading many rave reviews I was incredibly excited to go here. I had the Murphy fryer for 2, the cheese pakora was outstanding and the lamb samosa was delicious. It went downhill for the mains. I ordered a butter chicken and it tasted so strongly of tomato. My partner got a chasni and it was very bland to top it off they didn’t have any naan breads as it was scored off the menu, which is a bit embarrassing not having that staple food at an Indian restaurant.

Very small portions of low quality food. Far better places nearby.

Stopped in for a few drinks, but it was pretty apparent, at least based on the behaviour of the odd man in the important suit, that our business wasn't appreciated, even though there were only 2 other tables dining in the restaurant. I certainly have no expectations of special treatment, but this fellow made it a point to visit the other tables multiple times to greet them and light candles and walk right by us. Oh well 🤷‍♂️, skip it and visit one of the many other fantastic businesses nearby!

Great food and superb friendly staff

The food arrived lukewarm(asked for it to be reheated), the rice and chapati 5 minutes afterwards! There was way less than 1 chicken breast of meat, felt a bit stingy. Masala fries were just basically fries with a little sprinkle of something but there was no flavour. Tables not cleared to make room For new plates and we all giggling dirty dishes when they were showing more food onto table. Overall was a big letdown as I’d heard good things about it.

Not the best Indian in the area. Really enjoy the cheese pakora starter but the mains were very bland and almost felt watered down. We got the butter chicken and chasni which I understand are both mild curry’s in general but these were almost tasteless. They also didn’t have any naan breads available when we went which I thought was pretty poor for an Indian restaurant.

I came for pakora but what I got was pakoregret. £16 for 8 tiny pakoras, was expecting larger bits for this price point and more sauces, really disappointed overall. Bog standard takeaway level Indian with tiny portions and far too expensive for what it was. Save yourself the trip and head to alishan, chakoo or mother indian round the corner.

Unfortunately, the place doesn't warrant the 5 star reviews it gets. Very cramped at table number 1 in the window recess. Limited slimmed down menu and naan breads inked out on a sticky menu. Fish Pakora over fried and dry. Garlic chilli chicken was average and went cold quickly as it was served in thick clay wide bodied dishes. Unfortunately we won't recommend it.

Excellent.. Great food, great staff, great atmosphere. One of the best meals I've had in a long time. Be sure to try the Triple cheese pakora 👌

Food was lovely staff were nice

Brilliant food and friendly staff.

Went for a meal with some friends from London Service was good as always and my mates loved the place , wished there was a Murphy’s down by them

Managed to get a table easily at Sunday tea time and got really quick and friendly service from Saamiya. Nice and cosy inside and the food was delicious. I especially recommend trying the Marsala tots and the cauliflower pakora - we ended up ordering seconds as it was all so tasty. Also managed to get parked easily close by.

We were served by the Emma who kept us well looked after for our time at Murphy’s, incredible staff all around who made us very welcomed. Great menu selection, something for everyone with the pakora choices and small plates/curries for offer. Fantastic price considering location. Atmosphere is very intimate with lovely decor around the building. Incredible restaurant, highly recommend !

We were served by Emma who was amazing , she looked after us completely and made sure to recommend the best dishes and made us feel right at home. Food was nothing short of remarkable! Wow, we will be back

Lovely food great service never disappoints.

A real treat. Everything was delicious, not just the pakora. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful .

I think the staff are blind and deaf. Forgot my birthday cake 3 times.

Absolutely fantastic food and service. We were lucky enough to speak to Raj and hear about some of the amazing life he has led. You will not be disappointed if you visit here!

Food was really good and there's plenty of options to choose from. Really enjoyed the south Indian garlic chilli chicken and the lamb bhoona tacos were very good. Staff were very friendly and the price was very reasonable. Recommended

Fab meal! Loved hearing all the owners stories of all the celebrities he’s cooked for!

A great find! Different menu from your standard Indian with small plates and curry options. Owner was very nice, spoke to us and shared his picks from the menu. First time in and won't be the last!

Unfortunately, the food is surprisingly poor. It's the worst (sit-in) Indian meal I've had in Glasgow. Was really hoping for a nice meal because it's well rated for the most part. So yeah... The starter (bhajis) and mains (korma) were brought out together which wasn't helpful - I felt I was being rushed - but even then the onion bhajis were so oily and greasy I couldn't have finished them even if I was given time. So that wasn't ideal. And I was really surprised by how poor the ceylonese korma was - it was like cream had been mixed with curry powder and heated slightly. No flavours, no thickness, no freshness at all. Not good. Since they didn't have any herbal teas (mint teas, etc.) - no worries, it happens during busy periods, fair enough! - I asked for a lemon slice in hot water. I was still charged 2.95 for it, which wasn't cool. But the manager was very courteous and took the hot water and bhajis off the bill, to be fair to him. So hoping for another good Indian meal, but that didn't happen. Not great at all.

Enjoyed the food and liked trying the different pakoras! Cheese pakoras were mini mozzarella balls

Really poor. Unsure if the positive reviews are real it's that bad. As other negative reviews have suggested - the food is fairly flavourless and bland. The sauce is thin. The chicken is dry. It feels as if they are trying to drive costs down. Tiny portions, cheap tasting. Easily the worst curry I've had in Glasgow.

Popadoms served without chutney or onions (£ extra), no nan bread. Pleasant but rushed service. Food ok. Overall, could be better!

Unbelievable food and the service was excellent, very attentive and helpful! Went for a few of the smaller plates to share between two and was all delicious 👌🏼 will definitely be back!

Food was delicious and the service was excellent. We weren't sure what to have but the waiter kept us right and explained what to expect from each dish in terms of quantity etc. very attentive throughout. Would definitely return and recommend

Visited few years back and loved the food Staff are nice as is the venue but the food was not so good and very over priced. Guess this is what can happen when a place gets to popular and no longer needs to try

Honestly, THE WORST CURRIES I have ever had. We ordered take away from here and ordered the south indian. It was practically inedible. I have no idea how the reviews are so high?? Did the chefs have a bad night? Is it just the take away? They went straight in the bin. The chicken was so dry and the sauce was thin and very very overpowering of garlic. Infact the synthetic garlic was the only taste to it. The poppadoms and spiced onions were the star. Try a million other Indians that are edible around Glasgow.

I don't ever eat Indian food i'm more of a chinese food person but my experience at this restaurant as made me rethink my choices the food was amazing from start to finish

Was nice but nothing special didn't have the wow factor i was expecting

Great Indian restaurant. Lovely food. Great staff... Careful with the details and putting every possible effort to make you feel at home. I definitely recommend it

Amazing dinner. Food excellent and service incredible. Raj looked after us from start to finish.

Fantastic meal - great food and brilliant service, especially from Raj!! Couldn’t recommend enough

Came all this way because the website stated “open late” and hours on google said open until 11. However at 9:30 we were told the kitchen was closed. Such a disappointment. Wish they had been open about this online.

We had a fantastic meal, and all five of us thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The atmosphere was comfortable, and the staff were exceptional. Raj, the owner, went above and beyond to make the night truly memorable.

One of worst foods you can have. The pakora is ok, had so called gol gappa where some one has spit spit microscopic potato into a readymade puff and when I returned the dish, there was no asking why I did not like it or ask for a refund as the dish was below par. Definitely an insult to Indian taste.

Spent a wonderful evening here with my team after a long day of conferences in Glasgow. Raj was a wonderful host and guided us all through the menu. The service was immaculate and swift and the food was absolutely scrumptious. Thank you to all the team. Our group of 8 were thoroughly looked after.

The worst curry I’ve ever had in my life. It was very runny, the chicken was bland, there were only 4 tiny pieces of chicken on the plate. This was the first and only time I’ve ever not enjoyed my meal out of hundreds of Indian restaurants I’ve been to.

Rachel couldnt do enough for us! Good food and great service

Had an amazing meal and the service was incredible. Had a lovely conversation with Raj that made us feel very welcome!

Popped into Murphy’s for a snack and a drink while hungover. We had the Murphy’s fry where you pick any 4 pakora (and you get 2 of each) for £16. Wasn’t massively keen on the cheese ones but the Veg, haggis, and chorizo ones were delicious. Service was great too. Couldn’t really comment on atmosphere as it was only 12.30 and we were the only guests at the time. Place was clean and welcoming though

Great meal very reasonable prices

Wow! The food in here is cooked to absolute perfection 👌 highlights for me was the cheese pakora, chorizo pakora and the lamb baltiI. I seldom order Lamb out because past experiences of it being too fatty have put me off. This was amazing. We shared the pakora platter, a great way to try all the different ones. My friends loved their mains, although decided mines was the tastiest😅 we got free pompodoms with spiced onions and free pastacio and mango ice cream as it was my first visit🙏 great menu choice, drinks menu and staff where lovely and friendly. 👌 The only reason I didnt give it 5 stars was actually down to the owner (sorry) we just felt he was a a bit too much, over at our table alot showing off all his pictures of the celebs he has met over the years, not impressed like at all. Aside from that, the food is amazing. Bravo to the chefs. Decent prices for Finneston.

Perfect pakora, good beer, reasonable prices. A great experience. Go.

Disappointed in the menu, the noise round about and the wee flies. Also two payments taken from our card which we were assured would go back on in a few days 🙄

We plan most our restaurant visits for our trips, by Murphy's was an exception as we just popped in (extra time, a wee little rain). We just wanted a drink, but to get a table we also had to order food. We don't have much experience with Asian food so we took the waiter's suggestion and had a lovely collection of appetizers. Nice drinks, nice food, exceptional service.

Murphy's Pakoras is an absolute gem in Glasgow's vibrant food scene. The moment you step into the restaurant, you're greeted with the warm, inviting atmosphere that reflects the personality of its owner, Mr. Raj. Known for his humility and dedication, Mr. Raj ensures every guest feels at home, and it’s clear that his passion for food is at the heart of the restaurant's success. Food: The star of the menu is, without a doubt, the pakoras. Crispy on the outside and perfectly spiced on the inside, they are a true representation of authentic Indian flavors. Each bite is a burst of taste, showcasing the careful attention to seasoning and quality ingredients. But the menu doesn’t stop there—whether you’re indulging in the rich, creamy curries or savoring the fragrant biryanis, every dish is a testament to the culinary expertise that has made Murphy's Pakoras a beloved spot. Ambiance: The ambiance is cozy and unpretentious, making it an ideal place for both a casual meal or a special night out. The decor is simple yet elegant, allowing the food to be the main focus. Service: The service is top-notch, with Mr. Raj often making rounds to personally ensure that guests are enjoying their meals. His humility and genuine care for his customers shine through, making the dining experience all the more memorable. Overall: Murphy's Pakoras isn’t just a place to eat—it’s an experience. From the outstanding food to the warm, personalized service, it’s no surprise that the restaurant has received accolades and has been visited by celebrities and even recognized by royalty. Whether you’re a local or just visiting Glasgow, a meal at Murphy's Pakoras is a must.

Brilliant food and even better service. The staff are all lovely and seem to genuinely enjoy working there, which creates a lovely atmosphere. Staff are extremely polite, helpful and knowledgeable with the menu. A lovely gentleman held my jacket out for me, which I found very sweet and a nice personal touch. Would definitely return when next in the area! Thanks for a great evening

2nd time visited, and unfortunately this restaurant just doesn't do it for my taste buds. Not a great selection on their menu, tasty poppadoms with spiced onions, but Pakora just too crunchy and dry. 1st visit my lamb dish had 3 maybe 4 pieces of lamb, so went for a chicken dish 2nd time around, a bit better, again though to my taste. No nan breads available or chapatis... I gave it a 2nd chance, but unfortunately there won't be a 3rd. A thumbs down for me.

I got a takeaway from here due to the good reviews but unfortunately I was disappointed. Paneer pakora was not what was expected, it was scrambled paneer in batter and it had a smokey/barbecue taste which I did not like. Lamb bhuna was very bland.

We checked in to our hotel late in the evening when everything was almost closed and it was heavily raining. But luckily we came across this restaurant which saved this evening. As soon as we entered we were warmly greeted and offered a table with a view of the university. We were given a tour of the menu and given a personal recommendation by the waiter, which gave us an incredible first experience of Indian cuisine. Chicken pakora and Three cheese samosa are delicious. Thank you so much!

Amazing service from Raj and a lovely meal

A great place definitely worth visiting! The food was delicious. The staff was extremely friendly and the view of Glasgow Uni from the windows is a nice bonus. :-) If you are around be sure to check it out!

really gorgeous pakora - especially loved the chorizo & haggis! butter chicken fries were also a huge highlight for me!

Great atmosphere and hospitality from Raj and the team. Amazing food and a relaxed menu with a difference from your usual affair.

Second visit, was just as good as the first one. Service outstanding, food first class...a great after dinner cocktail recommendation was a brilliant end to the lunch! Will 100% be back - thank you

Stunning food, brilliant service and really reasonable prices. We’ve been twice now and both times have been incredible. Highly recommend! Raj is a king amongst men.

Fantastic experience at Murphy's. The food was great, some innovative cooking but also just plain delicious. Brilliant service and we loved the fusions they've done in the menu.

Delicious! We spent one night in Glasgow and came here for dinner. No regrets. Incredible food. I would have ordered more if I had space to eat more 😍

Had lamb was the best ive ever tasted so soft and the masala fries so good cant wait to come back prices are average £20/£30 each including drinks

Beautifully presented, wonderful tasting food, with a top class pakora range. Service was fantastic, very attentive. Highly recommended.

Highly recommend. Perfect service and out of this world food. Lovely ambience. Even brought out a free birthday dessert!

Really nice Indian, worth visiting. Great food, nice service, will be back.

The ambience of the restaurant was great just like the starters. Tried fish pakora tasted good. We were really looking forward to the main course which was a total let down. Experienced first time being served readymade Naan in a restaurant for £4.50 could have bought the full packet from FoodAsia.South Indian garlic chicken was not even close enough to the title Chicken seemed boiled inside the curry bland with no curry taste. We don’t bother spending as long as the food is worthwhile. I think this place should be okay for someone who doesn’t know much about Indian cuisine.

Unbelievable service, great food and couldn’t ask for more from a restaurant. Chorizo pakora and lamb samosa were out of this world, would recommend a visit to anyone in the Finnieston/West End area… top notch!

Extremely attentive staff, quick food service, great food quality and cocktails and a good price for the portion sizes! Definitely be back

Amazing food and excellent service will definitely be back

Best tasting chicken pakora I've had. The service was excellent, we managed to get moved to the best table. We also had a couple of curries that were delicious and everything was piping hot. Finally need to mention Raj the owner, such a gentleman and he has certainly lived an amazing life sharing so many great stories. Can't wait to return ❤️

Really nice restaurant, a great staff and absolut fantastic food. Would recommend it to everyone I know. Nice job guys 👍

Did not disappoint. We had a wonderful experience. Delicious food, especially the pakoras, samosas & more traditional dishes like golgappe. Ceylonese korma was also really good! Would recommend.

Overpriced and small portions, £16 for a mixed pakora (see picture) Naan bread looked like it was bought at tesco.

Fabulous restaurant in Glasgow! We came from upstate New York on holiday and couldn't be more pleased with our selection. Delicious food, great atmosphere, and we met the deliteful owner Raj. Highly recommend.

Lovely small intimate restaurant. We had a light supper before a concert at The Ovo (perfect location). Freshly prepared. Well presented. Service is spot on. Great 👌

Lovely Jubbly! A great little spot! Smart looking premise from the street side , great ambiance inside. Interesting menu; quite a few different takes on the traditional Indian kitchen with local influences and different dietary requirements included - what food should be! Welcoming staff and (very) efficient service. The pakoras were excellent, but really had to be considering the name; other dishes were also very good. Loved this place and look forward to return visit.

A great little spot! Smart looking premise from the street side , great ambiance inside. Interesting menu; quite a few different takes on the traditional Indian kitchen with local influences and different dietary requirements included - what food should be! Welcoming staff and (very) efficient service. The pakoras were excellent, but really had to be considering the name; other dishes were also very good. Loved this place and look forward to return visit.

This place is a reincarnation of the original Murphy’s but with a contemporary twist offering both traditional and small plate portions. Service was excellent and food faultless. Staff great - kudos to Raj who clearly has the “Midas touch” We will definitely be back soon.

Staff were excellent and the food was even better 😍 Raj the man is some guy! Definitely go for his recommendation of the samosa chaat! You will not be disappointed! 10/10 will be back again❤️

This place really has it all! Amazing food, fantastic service and the best staff. Really couldn’t recommend enough ❤️ Our first visit today but will 100% be back!! Thank you ☺️

The food was great and very reasonably priced. The restaurant was lovely. Would recommend the Galosppe and Chat Samosa

First class as always Raj .. Kyushi was the best .. she deserves a pay rise.. food amazing as always nice touch with the ice cream at the end .. perfectly made in-house as always ..

Best curry I have had in years, very authentic and most importantly very tasty all food was just perfect and Raj made us feel very welcome , will defo be back and will be telling friends and family how good it is , best in Glasgow in my opinion.

1st visit to Murphys Pakora bar . Great choice of food from starters , small plates and main meals . Food was super tasty. Lovely restaurant in vibrant Finnieston area . Lovely staff who were extremely helpful and friendly . Special mention to Raj and Vinny .

Had a delicious meal at Murphy’s pakora bar to celebrate my mums birthday. Would definitely recommend. Raj is the host with the most!! Will absolutely be back for another visit.

Sensational food, well looked after. Raj and team offers unbelievable hospitality and food to match. Everything we ate was perfect, highly recommend!

Incredible food. Incredible service. Most delightful staff — especially Raj. Recommend for family meals, dates, friend gatherings, and any other occasion.

We tried eight different delicious varieties of pakora and each one was better than the last! Best pakora ever. Great place to eat our first night in Scotland!