Raj Resttaurant & Takeaway in Harrogate

While it's nice to see a restaurant open on a Monday and they are happy for you to BYOB, the food was hit and miss and the service was pretty poor. Not bad prices but the majority of food wasn't that good (including a terrible...

I went into this restaurant and the minute i stepped in i felt really cosy and really welcomed by the staff. Also the food was AMAZING it was really tasty and REALLY quick service. In conclusion, i strongly recommended that you will be able to...

We came in here for the first time in quite a while and had what was a distinctly average meal. I won’t go into further detail, as I have written a more comprehensive review in the entry for the Dilraj - which is the same...

Been coming here for years and am surprised to see many bad reviews? The staff are wonderful and fun to talk too. Never had a problem with the food either it's always perfect not too mention you can bring your own drinks in. Been here...

Although not in Knaresborough on a Sunday or Thursday when a special menu at £9.95 is available, this restaurant provided good value for money, speedy service and really tasty Indian food. We shared a sizzling Tandoori starter and had lamb jalfrezi and lemon pilau rice...

Very tasty food. Great value for money. Good staff. BYO bottle is a bonus. The place was very quiet when we went in, but soon filled up.

Solíamos ir a la Dil Raj bastante hace un tiempo, pero esta fue nuestra primera visita por un largo tiempo.

great curry served here, the restaurant is unlicensed but you can bring your own drinks which makes it a cheaper night out!

Tenía una comida para llevar, que anteriormente fue impecable, así que decidimos ir a visitar el restaurante. Poco espacio en los asientos así que podíamos oír las conversaciones de otros en detalle. Mezcla de arranque para dos parrilla estaba delicioso. Cordero con arroz pilau jalfrezi shaslick y cordero con un ajo naan campos principales. Pero la carne era sabrosa salsa en platos era inconsistente para piezas duro. Pan de Ajo absolutamente encantador. No hay licencia para alcohol así que llévate tu propio, y no el agua, que fue pedido tibia caliente! ! Sin embargo, el servicio no brillante muy popular entre la gente de mayores

My first sojourn here. I did find the menu quite small however as a prawn lover plumped for the King Prawn Biryanni assured I was on a safe bet.

Ordered a take away for delivery. Arrived quickly. Over priced, small portions and far far too much salt. Will not go here again.

Bangla night, Sunday, (didnt need to book)excellent value, friendly staff as always. Highly recommended

Aceptando que una ubicación de primera en el mercado probablemente tiene un alquiler alto (me pregunto por qué otra los precios son los que son) sólo no justifica los precios.

Girls get together wine and a takeaway, but decided to eat in so no washing up ! Had the Sunday deal starter and a main , portions smaller than used to and meat pieces small starter very small but tasty and fresh , helpful staff worked out at £10 each pleasant evening and took our own wine, the meal was mixed starter bit of onion barji bits and tiny pieces of meat , and two chicken masalas, lamb rogan josh and a mixed shashlick all hot and tasty not best I've had but not worst either !

Had the sizzling starter for two to begin with, it was very low on content for £7.50. For a main I had the Hindi cocktail that was watery with just one prawn, one largish bit of chicken and three small pieces of lamb in a...

Nice meal, no better or worse that any other, it is right in the center, so easy to find, not licenced to sell alcohol but we took our own.

Portions very small but I like the fact that you can take your own alcohol. Very basic with uncovered Formica tables. Could be better but not bad.

The few staff who were there focus almost exclusively on the takeaway side of things. Service was hilariously slow and distracted. The surroundings are like that of a canteen. The food when it arrived was, however, delicious... Fresh, tasty, good quality meat. I would say if you want to enjoy their food at it's best, order a takeaway and enjoy it in comfort of your own home.

Visited Sun 3rd May, was told a table would be available very soon, after waiting 10 minutes we asked how long before we would get a table, was told about half an hour, we said we would leave only to find the exit door handle broken in half (which is the only fire exit), we had to ask a waiter to open the door, the place shouldn't be open to the public when its a risk to safety.

Went as a prebooked party of 15.Should have twigged when they gave use saucers to eat of for our starters of popadums.well over an hour later at 10pm (we arrived at 8)the mains were served. 4 meals were warm so sent back . One was sent back again came back still warm so left it and had to share with others. I was constantly looking for Basil Fawlty and Manuel to enter the room.what a calamity that evening....Will never go back there again.

Went to the Day Raj has a family of 9.we prebooked a table because of the size of our party I am glad we did has the restaurant was busy. The staff were very attentive and the food was tasty and plenty of it. The price was very reasonable with the party having 5 starters , 8 mains and an assortment of sides. Please note that the restaurant doesn't have an alcohol license but you are more than welcome to bring your own (tesco's and Sainsbury's just round corner). I would definitely eat here again.

very tasty, prompt, friendly service and seriously underpriced for this level of quality. what a treat with melt away meats and mouthwatering flavours.

If you want freshly prepared food in a very relaxed and unhurried little restaurant this is the perfect place for a long evening with friends. Book 24 hours ahead for their cheap meal deal any night and take your own booze which they will be happy to open and serve to you for free. It's like being in your own house but with friendly waiters. Far better than takeaway or ready-meals but no more expensive. The food was all excellent.

We enjoyed this restaurant so much that we went back a second time during our short visit. You also get to bring your own wine with NO corkage fee. Sweet. The food was perfect and they'll make it spicy or mild per your request. Although it has "takeaway" in its title the inside dinning was very nice -- not super classy but not cafe either. We got there early both times and sat at the window table to the right as you enter and it was cozy. As the evening progressed it got busy and I might have felt a little crowded at one of the tables in the middle but not where we were. Enjoy.

Just visited the Raj for my mums birthday. Always been a big fan of Raj despite some quite negative reviews. I ordered the Jalfrezi as I have done on a number of times before. What on earth did they deliver? Bright red, sloppy and full of onions. Oh and 3 cubes of something that resembled chicken. I asked them on two occasions to check with the chef if my dish as actually a Jalfrezi. The staff seemed totally uninterested! Needless to say I'm joining the others in leaving a negative review and have no hesitations in saying that I won't be back!Such a shame.

I went to the now renamed Dilraj last night following a recommendation from a friend. I have a wheat/gluten intolerance so sometimes find food choices a little difficult but most restaurants now tend to be very good offering many different gluten-free options.The Dil however really worried me! After explaining my gluten intolerance to our waiter (owner?) I was a little unnerved when he didn't really know what gluten was and I tried to explain. He assured me none of his dishes had "wheat flour" as they use "normal flour" ... he said even the onion bajis and naan were ok which I'm pretty sure was incorrect!! Anyway I opted for what I thought would be the safer option of a Chicken tandoori starter and chicken balti main course hoping no wheat would be in these. I have to say the food tasted good (probably 4 star) but I'm pretty sure my dishes contained gluten as I have had to take the morning off work! (losing 2 stars for a lack of basic ingredients knowledge!)If you can eat anything you'll be fine here and have a good meal. If you have any food intolerances I would probably suggest going elsewhere!

The restaurant doesn't have a license, this makes it brilliant as you won't get charged the premiums of purchasing alcohol from the restaurant. and the food was good value for the priced you paid. can't really complain, definitely will be back sometime soon.

Went to this restaurant twice over the bank holiday weekend.Really enjoyed our meals. As for comments someone else wrote that it wasnt licensed,to me this is an advantage as you can take your own wine(no corkage charge) There is a Tesco express and a sainsburys within 100 yards.The only complaint i would have that sat on the next table was a right load of dead loud dead heads which resulted in us leaving as soon as we,d finished but that could happen anywhere i suppose.

Me and my family often go to Dil Raj. This is by far the best Indian in the area. I order a different meal every time and am never disappointed. The sizzler starter is a must. Waiters are very friendly and attentative. With taking your own alcohol the meal is great value for money. I always recommend this place to friends. Family from far away always make a trip to this restaurant before they leave.

My friends & I frequent Raj (Dil Raj now i think) & if you book 24 hours in advance for the Bangla nights you have a great meal for £6.95 & you take you own booze which keeps the costs down ~ we've always enjoyed it. :)

I ate here while staying in the locality, 1st they have no license so no alcohol.I ordered from the menu, unfortunately I cant say I enjoyed it, I'm afraid every dish tasted the same I couldn't differentiate between the meat, veg or rice.One of the waiters was very irritating by pacing constantly by my table, he wasn't serving , just pacing, irritating.When I left I went to pay and found they don't take any kind of plastic cash only!This was annoying and no way to run a business, I asked why they had not unformed me by either a poster on the door or even a note in the menu, the guy I was trying to pay just looked at me and smiled and said sorry cash only, I said it was unacceptable to tell people after they had eaten to say cash only!, I had just enough cash to cover the bill...then of to the cash machine to replenish the wallet. will never go back far far better places to eat in Knaresborough.

Super little restaurant. Good menu. Good food. Not licensed but you can bring your own drinks. Just a little bit cramped. We did feel we were practically sharing a table with the one next to us. But apart from that would recommend.

'Pitstop' curry on trip to Scotland - came off the A1 to get away from the service station food and found this curry house. The whole enterprise seems to be based on the food itself, with a minimum of fanfare: not licensed, so soft drinks only unless you bring your own; fairly basic decor, and our table was a bit cramped: they'd squeezed two tables into a window space where there was only really room for one. But if you're happy to accept this, it's all good: fast, friendly service and good food, including a lot of in-house specialist dishes and a vegetarian selection in addition to the usual standard fare. Good value, too: certainly worth our detour off the beaten track. We'd happily return.

Visited on a Friday evening, quiet on arrival but soon became busier with diners. Pleasant welcome and orders taken in good time. We had taken our own wine and the glasses were available on the table. Food and service were excellent and the bill was very reasonable, friendly and experienced staff. Actually had take away from there on Sunday evening and once again the food was delicious. Would recommend and will definately return often.

Range of food is excellent, not just average Tika Masala fair here - good range for all taste's vanilla to exotic, must try.

This was recommended by a local who was collecting a take away. The food was good and reasonably priced. Plenty of vegetarian options. Service was quick and efficient. Would definitely return.

we got 2 chicken bhuna takeaways, when we got home started to eat it, it actually tasted of chemicals, we both instantly said the same thing, smelt each others food and agreed, we phoned the place up but they didn't want to know! honestly was the worst curry I have ever had!!!!!!!!!!

Raj was some of the best Indian I've had, great value, big portions and extremely fresh. We had a lovely chat with the owner who was friendly and genuinely cared about our experience. Bumped into a local who said he's been coming here for 10 years and swears by the place!

Simple restaurant with good food. No liquor license but this did detract from food. Friendly and helpful staff

I went to the Raj with a group of 5 others a couple of Saturdays ago and for the first time was less than impressed. We booked in advance and arrived on time to find that our booking had not been passed on to the staff on the night, so we had to hover waiting for a table to become available. When one finally did empty and we took our seats, when one of our party asked for a coffee when the waiter asked for our drinks order, she was met with an odd grimace of disapproval from the waiter and the coffee never arrived. Our glasses were dumped on the table, still dripping wet and of varying styles and sizes and other diners were having to fetch their own glasses from the serving area. We then waited for 2 hours for our meal to arrive and when it did it was tepid. One of the dishes, butter chicken had separated into a hard layer of yellow fat on the top and a cold layer of unappetising meat underneath. One waiter in particular was brash and appeared not to want to be there. He persistently dug his elboes into me whilst rudely leaning directly across me to serve people next to me, despite there being plenty of room not to do this.In short, the night was a disaster which is uncharacteristic of the Raj from my previous experiences. It was bad enough for me not to want to give them a second chance. Whilst it was a busy and chaotic evening, it would help if the waiters didn't take this out on their customers.

called in two weeks ago, very welcoming staff and owner, good service, very good food at reasonable price. it was a mid week early evening and was quiet but we were early so could be expected, certainly was not quiet because of the food. would highly recommend you to try and trust you are as pleased as we were.

book in advance midweek for bangla deal, starter main rice or naan for £6.95 - absolute bargain! especially as it is unlicenced so you take your own alcohol. Very cheap meal out. Always had a good standard of food and have never been dissapointed.

This restaurant (now known as Dil Raj) has a great relaxed atmosphere with fantastic food.I would recommend the tandoori starter which comes on a platter still sizzling and also the naan bread which is crisp and fresh.Highly recommended.

Ordered starters and 2 mains. Delivered on time, excellent value, service and food. Highly recommended.

The meal went very well until I discovered a hair in my rice!The restaurant were as astounded and promptly dealt with the problem.The restaurant offered very good value for money and the meal (without the hair) was really good.

We love visiting this restaurant for a budget night out because we take our own alcohol. The tandoori dishes are especially good along with quality side dishes. The staff are always very friendly.

The Raj or Dil Raj as it is now called is a lovely Indian restaurant. The food is first class quality and for a cheap price. The Bangla nights are amazing value, book 24 hours in advance and you can get a mixed starter, curry and rice or naan for about £7 per person. Cheaper to eat in than get take out! Lots of selection on the menu to suit all tastes. Staff are friendly and best of all, you can take your own alcohol which makes eating there cheap as well as cheerful. I eat there regularly, would definitely recommend!

We are regular customers at the Raj, it is a friendly place to eat, Ali and his staff are very welcoming. The food is first class and the bangla nights are terrific value.Also being able to take your own alcoholic drinks makes it even better value.

We visited knaresborough while staying at Harrogate. Intening to eat in one of the pubs a local and barman recommend the Raj. We were not disapointed. The food was excellent and the service good and friendly. The prices are about average but best of all its a BYOB so you can take a good bottle or two without being ripped off.

me and my partner have been to raj loads of times and not once had a bad meal. the staff are very good and always willing to help. best curry in the area by a mile!! i recommend the fish curry!

Living 300 miles away in Bournemouth we googled local Indians and chose this one, glad we did, not licensed so take your own alcohol, suits us! Food was good quality and good portion sizes. We tried different dishes to our norm as we were away and were delighted with delicate flavours and well spiced food. The service was excellent and at £22 for two mains, special rice, saag and raita dip I thought it was a bargain. The special rice was delicious with all the bits in it! Open 'til 11 pmShame they don't deliver to Bournemouth!

We went for an evening meal and this was about the only place we could find open. Apart from the fact I found it a bit expensive the food was very good and freshly prepared. The service was good but there was a workman in measuring the place up and he was taking up the waiters time. It is not licensed at all so if you decide to go take a bottle with you.

We have been going to the Raj restaurant and take away for 20 years. The food is delicious, you have to take your own drinks as the restaurant is not licenced. Ali and his team are friendly and welcoming. It's a brilliant place for a get together or a celebation, we recently celebrated a Birthday there with 30 family and friends, the food was amazing and great value for money.