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Nº 721 in 1625 in Cardiff

Nº 40 of 74 Indian in Cardiff

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This restaurant consistently smashes it out of the park! The food is so delicious and the staff very knowledgeable and happy to suggest the best accompaniments. Staff are polite, friendly and service is efficient, but you also don't feel rushed. Since we've discovered this restaurant, we just can't get enough and return time and time again. Highly recommended!

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TheCritterTrips . 2024-10-13

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Our recent trip to Wales brought us to the charming Purple Poppadom, a gem of Indian cuisine that exceeded our expectations. Despite a steep staircase leading to the restaurant, which might pose a challenge for those with mobility issues, the culinary delights inside made the climb well worth it. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with beautifully designed interiors and ample table spacing. The noise level was comfortable, creating a relaxing dining experience. We were particularly impressed by the extensive wine list, which included a delicious Albariño that complemented our meal perfectly. The service was friendly and attentive, though we did find ourselves flagging down our server for refills more often than we're accustomed to in the US. However, this minor detail didn't detract from our overall enjoyment. The food was simply outstanding. We indulged in the Alleppey Prawn Curry, Lamb Rogan Josh, Saag Khumb, and Peshwari Naan, and each dish was a masterpiece of flavor and spice. The portion sizes were generous, and the quality of the ingredients was evident in every bite. One of our party members, a local, raved about the Alleppey Prawn Curry, declaring it the best he'd ever tasted. The espresso Martini was a delightful surprise, perfectly balanced and a refreshing departure from the overly sweet American versions. While we were unable to try the tasting menu due to dietary restrictions, it looked incredibly tempting and would be a great option for those seeking a diverse sampling of the restaurant's offerings. Overall, Purple Poppadom is a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic Indian cuisine in Wales. The food, atmosphere, and service make it a standout dining experience that we'll fondly remember for years to come.

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Jenniefromthesquare . 2024-10-03

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The best Indian food I ever had in Cardiff 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 I ordered Dal makhani (showstopper), paneer lababdar and garlic naan…. Everything was delicious and authentic..

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Akshdeep Kaur . 2024-09-24

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My husband and I came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had been previously and loved it so we were really looking forward to it. We had the tasting menu called Seven and it was amazing. The flavours were incredible and the paired wines were a welcomed addition. The staff are so friendly and attentive. We will definitely come back. Thank you

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Samantha Wilson . 2024-09-07

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My husband and I came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had been previously and loved it so we were really looking forward to it. We had the tasting menu called Seven and it was amazing. The flavours were incredible and the paired wines were a welcomed addition. The staff are so friendly and attentive. We will definitely come back. Thank you

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Samantha Wilson . 2024-09-07

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Greeted on arrival by a super friendly front of house.. the restaurant has beautiful decor… quite romantic even. The food from starter to main was superb.. Highly recommend. I will definitely be visiting this little gem of a place again.

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Rhi W . 2024-09-03

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This is the most amazing Indian restaurant ever. Every amazing adjective to describe food and more.

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Jackie Solomon . 2024-08-23

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This is the most amazing Indian restaurant ever. Every amazing adjective to describe food and more.

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Jackie Solomon . 2024-08-23

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Very nice surprise, found via TripAdvisor. Otherwise we would, honestly, not have any clue of this restaurant, and missed the great taste experience

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Willy V . 2024-08-08

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Their Behaviour is Extremely Rude. Manager is like a Don’t care anything.

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Mukaddim Bhuyan Nabil . 2024-08-07

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We booked this for a celebration as a couple, my partner and I love trying new restaurants and wow ! The dining was certainly an experience. The authentic taste of India. The food was so flavoursome and rich. Each of the dishes from starters, to main course, dessert and drinks were outstanding in both quality and price! We were totally satisfied when we left, didn't feel bloated or sluggish but completely satisfied and happy over the dining experience. Would we go back when we visit the city in the future. NO DOUBT, if you're thinking of places to eat while in Cardiff, this should be at the top of the list for a truly fantastic dining experience!

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Jolly Wonderer . 2024-07-29

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Great Ambience. Excellent staff and good food

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anand muddi . 2024-07-26

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Amazing Indian restaurant . My favourite

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rebecca harding . 2024-07-25

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Cardiff is lucky to have this superb restaurant. Tasty food served by superb staff.

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Tim Eyton-Jones . 2024-07-20

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Outstanding meal. Very high quality / lots of flavour. Really friendly, attentive service.

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Stuart Jones . 2024-07-19

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Let's start by saying PP is one of the shining lights in Cardiff's foodie scene, and have been for many years now. It's great to see that they continue to push the boundaries with the constantly evolving menu. So let's get on with how their latest seven-course tasting menu rates. Starting with the Raj Kachori by Chef Gautam this kicks off the menu off with a bang. From the perfectly crisp shell and the unctuous, spicy filling topped with sweet pomegranate, this sets the scene for a tour around the Indian foodie landscape. Next came the Goan Prawn Kari from Chef Romeo. Sweet meaty prawns slathered in a rich, warming sauce and a little prawn powder. Again perfectly pitched. For a change of texure Chef Bhumi's Nepalese-inspired Gurkha Jhol Momo shows it's Oriental heritage with soft chicken dumplings sat in a rich broth reduced to intensify the flavour. Head Chef Siddartha's Guinea Fowl Seekh had a soft, almost yielding texture with delicacy at its heart. The pineapple chutney is a welcome addition adding a little sweetness. The veggie Gobhi Mattar from Chef Lalit was a terrific dish and a nice change of pace. The piece of spiced cauliflower was chock full of flavour and add to that the glorious pea soup, this one was of the stand out dishes. Not surprisingly Chef Anand George's Bone Marrow Varuval was an inventive use of a 'foodie' ingredient elevated by his South Asian treatment. The almost addictive sauce served with the light-as-a-feather Laccha Paratha was an absolute treat. Rich, moreish and unique. Finally, the Mango Bhapa Doi from Chef Leela was the perfect finish to the meal. Not overly sweet, and refreshed by the fresh mango and complimented by the delicate tuille. A wonderful showcase of Purple Poppadom's brigade and a lovely idea.

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Neil C . 2024-07-16

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Had a wonderful meal tonight. It was quiet when we arrived but soon filled up. We had a lovely table in the middle of the room and the decore was refreshing and modern. The food was excellent, and we over-ordered as usual but we couldn't leave anything behind. I especially enjoyed my lamb dish and I must mention the crispy okra which was amazing. We were looked after so well, a big thank you to all the staff who were polite, helpful and friendly. We are looking forward to our next visit and I think this will become a regular restaurant for us. Highly recommend.

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Grahame Irwin . 2024-07-15

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Amazing food and lovely staff. I really liked how tucked away this place is and how nice the decor is in the restaurant. I can see why the restaurant has won so many awards, the food was so delicious and the service was excellent. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great Indian restaurant in Cardiff.

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Selina Gomez . 2024-07-12

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Amazing food, amazing service. Accommodated our very hungry party of 7 and a baby, last minute at 3pm on a Sunday. Helped us choose, brought snacks while we waited, and made sure we had everything we needed. Cannot recommend highly enough!

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Anna B . 2024-07-11

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Incredible food and dining experience as a couple here. Attentive and polite staff throughout. We had the taste experience menu which I thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you to the team!

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Ryan George-McDowall . 2024-07-07

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Came here on the basis of recommendation in lonely planet and Michelin guide, looks not too special from the outside but very nice inside. Fantastic food, scallop and duck starters and sea bass and lamb shank mains all great. Indian white wine also good. Great meal overall.

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Edward Greenwood . 2024-07-05

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We went as a couple for an early evening meal We started with popadoms - 3 great dips - particularly the mango We shared the prawn curry and the veggie platter Prawn curry had a very rich sauce - too rich for me - however my partner loved it 😊 Veggie platter came with 4 mini bowls - all tasty - not too Spicey Saving the best to last - the Aloo - best thing in the menu - 5 🌟

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Frank . 2024-06-26

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Very friendly and attentive service. The food is tasty but not too spicy. All in all, a successful evening.

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Roger Franck . 2024-06-15

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Amazing place, highly recommend..Food and service is fabulous!

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Carrie Louise Elliott . 2024-06-08

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Food was freshly cooked and delicious. One of the best Indian meals I’ve had. The service was excellent without being intrusive. Highly recommend trying this

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Karen J . 2024-06-03

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We were visiting Cardiff and wanted to have good Indian food. This place is one of the best places where we have had good authentic food. The service was great and the very polite. Sushil and Jimmy were great hosts and extremely helpful. It felt as we were having food at our home. A special shout out to the amazing chef Lalit and Gautam, your food was delicious and finger licking good. Thank you for such a great lunch.

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Sushil Nama . 2024-05-27

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We had a wonderful experience. This is an Indian fine dining experience. You get excellent service, wonderful food, and a great vibe here. The food was exceptional. We ordered the signature dish. The crispy fish skin was a crunchy delight above the melt in your mouth sea bass. The flavors were incredible. The way the beetroot pachadi zinged when the curry infused mash zagged was just incredible. It was such a delightful meal. We also go the prawn biryani. The pastry locked in the flavor and made for extra moist rice. The yogurt sauce with it was so perfectly balanced. It's slightly sauce and compliments the smoothness of the rest of the dish. We finished off with the rose creme brulee. I'm a bit of a creme brulee enthusiast. The flavor is very strong of floral. It comes a bright Barbie pink (which is delightful!) The top was the perfect crunch and yet didn't get stuck to your teeth. The custard was nice and cool which complimented the warm crunchy top. All in all we were very impressed. I think if you're looking for traditional Indian cuisine this may not be for you. It's a fun dining experience where the chef it playing with traditional Indian recipes to make new plates.

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H.K. Martin . 2024-05-11

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Honestly the best restaurant in Cardiff all categories

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Erik Andersson . 2024-05-11

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Best curry in Cardiff. Beautiful cuisine with wholesome, tasty flavours. Every dish, from rices and naans to daals and rogan josh’s, are of the highest quality. Great restaurant vibe

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Joseff Bird . 2024-05-05

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The food is overpriced and nothing exceptional. Ridiculous price.

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Greeshma Sasi . 2024-04-05

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It was a horrible experience. We had a late booking (8 pm) and the staff were really unwelcoming. Gave us burnt naans! Probably not the right place for indians.

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Darshana Ganguly . 2024-03-31

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Brilliant service. I have a good intolerance and contacted them ahead of out booking. They were really helpful and ensured my needs were catered for - and very nice it was too.

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Phil . 2024-03-25

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Fantastic place. Can't fault a thing.

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Ceri Jones . 2024-03-07

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Food is okay, but very less choices.

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Raja S . 2024-03-01

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I love this restaurant and food..amazing people serve delicious food..

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Sachin Samaje . 2024-02-24

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Went for a meal with a friend last night , the food was nice had the waiter/ owner constantly staring over we made to rush to eat we haven’t even finished and he came over with the card machine and bill . We made to feel uncomfortable rushed and not been able to enjoy our food I was totally disappointed

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Shabnam Naeem . 2024-02-21

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Amazing food, very upmarket Indian cuisine. I had the Alleppey Prawn curry which was probably the best prawn curry I’ve ever had in my life! My husband had a sea bass dish which he said was absolutely delicious. The service was really good and lovely friendly staff. The prices are realistic for such excellent cooking…definitely looking forward to returning.

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Suzanne Sullivan . 2024-02-19

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The Biryani is a must have dish I'd never seen anything like the presentation and very very tasty

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Maz Hughes . 2024-02-16

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I ordered a lamb dish there were only 4 small pieces of mest in the main course and it costs £18! The meat was dry and the sauce had a strong raw garlic taste. Ordered a peshawar naan but it wasn't in the bag. There are much better Indian restaurants in Cardiff with more generous portion and taste a lot better. This is a very overrated restaurant!

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E K . 2024-02-14

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Expensive but worth it. Had the taster menu. Everything was really good. Only small criticism was some of the food could have been hotter in temperature. Minor moan really. Loved the night out.

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Chris Thompson . 2024-02-13

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During a recent visit to Cardiff, I had the pleasure of dining at the Purple Poppadom. It was a memorable dining experience for my family to have together and I’m glad we did it together. You can see the entrees we got in the pictures, but I will focus in on the main course as that was the standout by far. We got the chef’s signature dish, the Tiffin Seabass. I’m a sucker for a signature dish - and I can see why this one is one. The subtleties in the flavours and the way it combines together was very well thought out. The skin was crispy on the seabass, the curry leaf infused mash was something I wish I could make and the dish just worked. I love getting a Biriyani and my daughter felt like some chicken so we got that and the waiter suggested we pair it with the Dal Tadka. The Dal Tadka was almost the highlight of the whole meal so definitely get it, just well balanced and yummy and great to mop up with the top of the Biriyani and Naan. I said almost the highlight because there was more - the Lamb Roganjosh might be the best one I’ve ever had, I shared the meat evenly with everyone, but kept putting the sauce on more rice and eating it with Naan. Like most the dishes, the balance of the spices is a skill on show. Probably didn’t need dessert but the rose crème brûlée was calling out to me, so we shared some. I’ve never had a pink one before but the sugar cracked like it should and the flavours were well thought out, like all the other dishes. We left full and happy and stepped out into the gentle rain of the evening - all with different favourite things we’d eaten and grateful for the experience. The chef’s know what they are doing here and the wait staff were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Definitely get the dal.

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Jay Sullivan . 2024-02-11

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Superbe quality food. Excellent service. Highly recommended

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Jane Valentine . 2024-01-31

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Great Indian meal! Attractive upstairs room. Good staff. Great menu.

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Jim Simpson . 2024-01-19

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It was OK but service was rushed. I was expecting more on all fronts. Good was nice but nor worth the additional price of other curry houses.

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Andrew Carter . 2024-01-14

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The restaurant was great but need a bit more entertainment like music as really not good on a nye when you come with friends and family. Was not fuss with the popadoms dips, as very tiny pots and mint sauce was like paste. The rest of my food was absolutely stunning and the flavours was spot on, so a 10/10 to the chef. I'm Indian my self and I can actually say the murgh lababdar was stunning , if you don't like it hot ask them to make it mild. Was also perfect with the coconut rice and peshwari nann.. sheikh kebab was spot on. Yes I will return again to check out the rest of the menu 👍🏽

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Gurmeth singh . 2024-01-01

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Team event here. Fantastic experience with great staff... Felt we were really looked after and the food was some of the best Indian cuisine I've ever had

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David Popper . 2023-12-31

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This is the best curry house I’ve ever been to. And I dare say I’ve been to a few. Me and my mates come here every few months as a tradition. We always ask for it extra extra extra hot. The service is good, but the curry is exceptional. So tasty. Always go here if you want a curry. Get the Lababdar

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Dan P . 2023-12-18

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Wow - lived up to expectations….. and the expectations were high. The best way to appreciate how good this food is, is to go for a regular Indian the next day (which I inadvertently did). Thoroughly enjoyed every course as did all the diners with me. Only improvement suggestion would be open a restaurant chain in a few major cities. Looking forward to my next visit

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Adam Walker . 2023-12-17

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Salaam all Very good quality food, starter portion is very small though.

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Al Di . 2023-12-12

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Terrible service. One of the staff (could be the manager, the one in black suit) is extremely rude and indifferent, possibly racist. Does not answer questions when asked, simply ignored me. Impatient when answering questions... Just terrible.

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Doria Lop . 2023-12-04

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We had a great evening! I have multiple allergies and great care was taken to guide my menu choices appropriately. This was essential support for me. Well done Purple Poppadom! 👏

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Barbara Chidgey . 2023-12-03

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So, this was a gourmet culinary treat to the tastebuds! I had visited this gem without expectations and could confirm I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of dining in. Very attentive services with explanations of what was on our plates and how best to savour them, whether scooped with a spoon for a painstaking and seductive experience or devoured whole for an explosion of varied flavours and sensations. So enjoyable, we left happy and satisfied. Thanks PP.

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Zi Kang Lim . 2023-12-03

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Very attentive staff . Georgous food but felt rushed out after we'd finished our food but not finished our drinks . Bill Brought without asking and then card machine to pay . Spoilt our experience a bit

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Jane Willis . 2023-12-03

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Over rated who actually things this is a top Indian restaurant has not been to London or India/ Bangladesh Apart from the very attentive service which u expected with a compulsory service charge. It was very average the food I have eaten curry off a street corner that has been better in Asia was expecting so much better.

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Justin Foward . 2023-11-26

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Very friendly and helpful staff. Sitting area spacious and very clean. Food outstanding. Following poppadoms and chutneys we both had sheek kebabs for starters, outstanding. For our main my wife had a lamb shank dish (Raan Akbari) which had a delightful spicy coating and a delicious hot sauce. I had a curry dish (Murgh Lababar) which had large chunks of chicken in a rich spicy sauce with fluffy boiled rice. Also we had a side dish of spinach with mushrooms and garlic ( Saag Khumb), again absolutely delicious. First time we have been to the Purple Poppadom and it won’t be the last time.

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twoampuk . 2023-11-24

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Dining at an Indian curry house in Cardiff was a delightful experience. The lamb curry was a flavorful masterpiece, rich and aromatic. The pairing of local ale and South American wine added a unique twist to the meal. The ambiance was warm and inviting, enhancing the overall enjoyment. I would confidently rate it a perfect 5 out of 5. The attentive service and the fusion of flavors made it an exceptional culinary journey

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UK PUB “Traveler” . 2023-11-20

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Outstanding Indian food in Cardiff. We loved the scallops and the lamb dish (number 9). The rose creme brulee is quite nice if you want to indulge yourself with a sweet ending.

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Antoine Avdb . 2023-11-19

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Justifiably billed as one of best Indian restaurants in the UK. You’ll want to book online over the weekend and holidays. Delightful high quality flavors. The Bombay Chat is so good I had it as both a starter and dessert! The garlic naan aroma graces the dining room and the Peshwari naan is excellent too. The vegetarian Thali is good, though I always come away wishing I’d ordered something more bold//perhaps a few starters instead. The masala sliced chai rounds off a delightful evening. Service is quick and discrete. Highly recommend.

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Karin Sinniger . 2023-11-18

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Good food, slightly pricy, but that does not matter every now and then!!!

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Matt Pateman . 2023-11-04

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Very poor attitude of the staffs …. Very rude and racist biased

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Amrit Subedi . 2023-10-22

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What a terrible experience we were a party of 18 for my son's 50th birthday when trying to order we were more or less bullied into what to choose. Food was not worthy of all the accolades I have read about this restaurant and to top it all we were cheated out of £280 as my grandson paid £200 on his card and £280 cash when it came to settling the remainder of the bill no sign of the cash. Just been to the restaurant to take the issue up with them only to find the cash waiting for us nobody at any point rang us today to apologize or even alert us to the error .We will never go there again and will certainly never recommend them .

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Carla John . 2023-10-17

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I have eaten in LOTS Indian restaurants - the food was absolutely amazing! I live in London - if I lived near this would be my go to place to eat! Fantastic!

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Satvinder Matharu . 2023-10-11

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Lovely food. I went with my family who also enjoyed their meal. Very kind staff. Would definitely recommend their food. Food was hot and also on time. Thanks guys!!

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Rahi . 2023-10-06

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I had a nice meal and the atmosphere is very good. I went maybe with higher expectations based on recommendations and was left with a sense of disappointment. The starters were amazing but the lamb rogan josh was a bit dry and not as generous as you get in more budget friendly places. I would still recommend as the staff was very friendly and others I went with said their food was very nice if you are willing to pay a higher price.

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Nicolas Flinta . 2023-10-01

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We heard great things about Purple Popadom and visited tonight for a birthday. When we arrived it all felt very rushed for us to order popadoms and food. We ordered food and it took over a hour and 45 mins for the food to arrive. In that time no member of staff came to the table to apologies or to see if we wanted drinks. Given that this restaurant is rated highly, we all felt as though we did not receive a good level of service and would not rush to visit again! Food was to a good standard, with good vege/ vegan options

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aleka toogood . 2023-09-30

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Highly recommended. One of the best Indian Meals I have had. Service was fantastic and food was equally matched. We will be back (soon)

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Craig Coombs . 2023-09-28

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Best Indian Food in Cardiff. HANDS DOWN! The flavours are incredible! 5* quality, this is my new go-to Indian restaurant. SUBLIME!

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Gary Ellis Griffiths . 2023-09-25

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Top Indian. We had the taster menu. Exceptional. Highly recommended.

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rhys lougher . 2023-09-23

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Just incredible! Best Indian we have been to in a long time.

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Olivia Jenkins . 2023-09-17

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The best lamb what i ever ate! Good service and nice atmosphere

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Rj . 2023-08-30

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Outstanding meal at the restaurant Sunday 20/8. As always the dishes we ordered were prepared using the best ingredients & cooked to perfection.

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JOP234 . 2023-08-21

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The best place in Cardiff to enjoy authentic food. So much nicer than your standard Indian restaurant.

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Kerry Loo . 2023-08-18

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Amazing quality, unique flavours

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Rosie Weston . 2023-08-17

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I had high expectations of this restaurant having heard such wonderful reviews. However, my boyfriend and I were left feeling very disappointed. We ordered the taster menu as we wanted to sample a wide range of dishes. Our meal came to £210 in total and was definitely not worth the price. There were a couple of tasty courses but most were very underwhelming. The king prawn was delicious and the main course curry was nice but the initial course and the 2 dessert courses were bland (coconut curry was way too creamy and lacked depth). The focus seemed to be on presentation rather than flavour. The waiter did a terrible job of explaining what each dish was so we had to guess what we were eating. He also slammed the plates down on the table a little too aggressively. Despite an initial speedy service, we waited over an hour for the main course as they forgot about us. When we checked when our meal would arrive we were given the excuse that the restaurant was busy. The decor was pleasant but nothing to write home about and there were people dining wearing shorts and flip flops, so if you’re planning on wearing something smart you might end up feeling a little overdressed. In short, we will not be returning.

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Journey44944505495 . 2023-08-13

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Have been visiting here for many years, consistently excellent. Food is fresh, flavoursome and it’s clear from the deep taste and presentation only the finest ingredients are used.

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kebabaa . 2023-08-05

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This is an excellent place. The food is based on traditional ingredients and recipes but the execution and presentation are first class. The starters (a selection of street food), main (prawn biryani with a pie crust to keep it moist) and pudding (Belgian chocolate samosas, although the menu names them more imaginatively) were all superb. It’s a bit of a surprise when you arrive in a somewhat run down urban street and go upstairs to reach the restaurant. But we all know that appearances can be deceptive and once you’re in you’ll won’t regret it for a moment.

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CJE55 . 2023-07-27

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We walked from the city center (20-25 mins) and it was worth it. (We’d probably UBER next time.) Second floor quiet dining room. A special paneer starter was excellent. The nawabi chicken served with succulent thigh meat was completely delicious. Perfectly spiced. Don’t expect takeaway prices. This place has a good reputation and it is certainly deserving.

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GaddisGadabout . 2023-07-01

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A first visit to this well-reviewed Cardiff restaurant. The restaurant interior is very tasteful, spacious and comfortable, but I went in with a degree of trepidation following my dire taster experience at the now demised Moksh in Cardiff Bay. But I went for it anyway, with the wine pairing, which at the best part of £90 was no small investment. The amuse bouche had a small cup of a spicy, foamy soap, and was a very tasty and positive start to things. The second course was the best - the sauce with the scallop left a pleasant lingering spicy twang, and the king prawn was well spiced and perfectly cooked. Third course of duck in a coconut sauce was interesting, and fourth course of chicken tikka and sheek kebab was a familiar Indian restaurant staple. The main course was pleasant, and I would certainly have their Aloo Bhindhi again. The desert was too chocolatey for me, but others at the table scoffed it down (including my portion). Was it really a wine pairing, or just a different wine for each course? Plenty to drink, so I can't grumble at all, but I suspect I would have been better off sticking to the Cobra. I left feeling like I had eaten well, but as with every tasting menu I've ever had I'm not sure that it represented value for money. I'm sure I'll be back, at which point I'll choose a starter and a main course with a naan bread, and be confident that I'll be very well fed for around half the price.

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PJW833 . 2023-06-12

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We had the tasting menu with wine and everything was amazing! A wonderful experience - only wish we were local and could make it a regular haunt! The service was also spot on - very professional and the timing between courses was perfect - thank you for a fabulous evening,

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Angelapxxxx . 2023-05-17

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Fantastic restaurant, lovely staff who explained all the food in detail (we did the tasting menu). Would highly recommend!

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ABCot . 2023-05-09

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I have been travelling around the UK in search of the best restaurants that serve Indian, Bangladeshi food. As I was in Cardiff for the day, I decided to make a last-minute booking here, and they were able to squeeze us in early doors. The service is impeccable, and they are all well turned out in great shirts . They'll even come and say hello and called me by my name, which is a small touch that goes far. The poppadoms were a great start with three amazing homemade dips. I ordered Lamb Rogan Josh, which was probably the finest lamb I have ever tasted in a curry. A spicy gravy like sauce that was delicious. The other dish was Murgh Lababdar, and again, the quality of chicken was as good as it gets. This had a real kick to it, and I crunched on one of the chillies in sauce and had an instant sweat, but the sauce was out of this world. The Chenin Blanc wine was good and we even tried the home-made Chocomosa Anand that was top notch. We cannot wait to return with friends and I'd rank this as one of the finest Indian restaurants in the UK.

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nblyth . 2023-04-29

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We enjoyed a fabulous meal at the Purple Poppadom. The staff are friendly and attentive and the food a fascinating blend of flavours, textures and tastes. There is a delightfully short menu but it has a range of dishes to suit all tastes. There are about 7 or 8 starters, and possibly 10 main courses with a great range of vegetables and breads, every dish appeared to be cooked to order. When the food was served the waiter explained the dishes to us. Between us we had vegetarian dishes, chicken and seafood dishes every one was outstanding. I think on our next visit we might try the taster menu. There is a cocktail menu and a good range of soft drinks, wines, beers and spirits available

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JamesBischoff . 2023-04-27

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Excellent food, and really good service for a big group (there were about 14 of us). The food is a bit more expensive than some other restaurants but completely worth it. We plan to return soon for the early bird thali menu.

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CupOfTeaAndASitDown . 2023-04-02

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We had the tasting menu for a special birthday celebration. It was truly amazing, we all agreed it was some of the best Indian food we've had. The service was excellent, staff were attentive but not intrusive. We'll be back the next time we're in Cardiff.

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V5521ILconniec . 2023-03-23

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We travelled for over an hour to go to purple poppadom for a special occasion. First impressions were that the restaurant was a little bit underwhelming and dated, there are so many restaurants these days that have lovely decor and ambience but this didnt, however the staff were attentive and pleasant. We ordered the taster menu which was 7 smallish courses and some of it was nice but again a bit underwhelming. I felt it was overpriced perhaps my expectations were too high who knows? Overall it was a pleasant night but would I visit again...no.

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L4023XUtraceym . 2023-03-10

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Just had the taster menu and it was stunning. Had 7 courses and each and everyone was beautiful. Service was excellent and the restaurant is cosy and well presented. Highly recommended.

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Asmuvs . 2023-03-05

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Visited this restaurant after reading about it in the nations curry awards where it was voted best in Wales. It was outstanding, the place is beautiful, the staff attentive and the food to die for. We had the soft shell crab starter which was one...

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PhoneJoan . 2023-03-01

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It’s in an area that looks suspect at night - upstairs and first impressions are that it’s small but it was a we’ll set out restaurant , plenty of space - no chairs back to back / now the food. - not your typical ruby...

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spursbrover . 2023-02-27

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Dissapointed as I ordered a Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken) as a solo takeaway but it was so spicy that I couldn't eat it. I'll try again at some point and order something different. I've tried multiple Makhani's from various places over the years and never...

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fmw900 . 2023-01-21

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Ordered twice during my stay in Cardiff at a hotel! I had the trio of chicken and the lamb rogan! Best Indian food I’ve ever had! Who cares about the price when it’s that good?! Bugger the prices! It’s worth it! Will order again and...

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thehornybishop . 2022-12-20

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Fantastic food, sooooo tasty. Strongly recommend this place. Plenty of choices on the menu and the seevice is very friendly and efficient.

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JonnersB . 2022-11-24

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Lovely environment, great food quality. The fish curry was really tasty and in a nice relaxed atmosphere, what more could you want. Well only a couple of small things - the menu selection was quite small which pushed you to the 7 course taster menu...

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WatfordPete . 2022-11-23

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Managed my booking on line which was easy to do. The staff were amazing and attentive. The food was fabulous and the wine to go with the tester menu was spot on. Really enjoyed our meal and will definitely be back.

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15jonesfamily . 2022-11-13

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Booked the PP from home in North Wales for our 3 day break in Cardiff, From the moment we arrived, the restaurant impressed us with its decor, warm lighting and extremely friendly and attentive staff, The food though, was something else! We had two courss...

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Voyage21641522979 . 2022-11-07

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A refreshingly contemporary menu, beautifully prepared and presented dishes. Clear descriptions of all our delicious choices.

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Passport38471835659 . 2022-11-01

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A truly wonderful meal with the best lamb I've ever eaten. Delicious meal and courteous waiting staff. Exquisite naan bread too, highly recommended!

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AllyM262 . 2022-10-29

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An ambience of luxury, everyone front of house is outstanding as are the wines which accompanied the worst taster menu I’ve ever experienced. The wines are truly astounding, wonderfully exquisite. The food however, well, for me a taster menu ought to showcase the very best...

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TristanM-H . 2022-10-21

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Absolutely Outstanding! Visited for my dad’s birthday and was stunned by the quality of the food. It was all cooked to perfection and more than delicious. I can’t even sun up my reaction in words! Please visit. However, service took a bit longer than I’d...

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Sherpa51674842823 . 2022-10-01

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Staff were attentive and friendly from the minute we walked in the door until the minute we left, regularly checking that everything was ok. The food was delicious, I had the signature Tiffin Seabass and was not disappointed. The waiter suggested a side of the...

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pauline b . 2022-08-28

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We have loved Purple for many years, but we had stayed away in more recent times as we felt it had gone downhill a little. It was good to see the huge refurb of the place. Menu is also refreshed. Went recently with friends and...

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kdm1967 . 2022-08-08

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