Taal in South Lanarkshire

Greeted by an unsmiling man who showed us to our table. 4 adults and a toddler, tables given were one square and one circular 🤔. The two girls serving drinks and food were delightful, sadly the waiter was not. He was surly and unhelpful, and hardly rushed off his feet as the restaurant was quiet. Food was very average, will not be rushing back.

Been to Taal a few times, both dine in and takeaway. Mixed bag of service and food quality but we thought we would give another chance...... 1 hour 30 mins to arrive (initially informed 40 minutes) with 2 calls to chase, assured after each call it was a couple of mins away (just not true). When it arrived, food was luke warm and the lamb was so tough and overcooked that it could not be eaten. Not a fan of receiving pass-off comments of "it's 2 minutes away" when it's simply not true. So, in summary, similar experience to previous visits.

We had been a couple of months ago and vowed then never to go back as the dahl curry which had always been good, was utterly tasteless and just tasted salty. However we thought we would give them the benefit of the doubt and visited again. We arrived and the older man who is always there, perhaps the owner, took us to our seat. There was no sense of welcome, unlike in the past when it used to be so friendly. We ordered from the vegan menu - cauliflower pakora and were told that one of the dips was not vegan! We asked the waitress to replace it. We ordered two curries - mine was a vegetable shashlik - huge lumps of veg with a sauce on the side - and my partner’s was a vegetable curry which looked and tasted dull and unappealing. There was also far too much food which we couldn't eat. I wouldn’t normally criticise that but you just didn’t want to eat it all! The place wasn’t busy but the wait was far too long. We left and the older man didn’t even say thanks and goodbye. Not a good experience

We're not local but well worth travelling to. Food and service excellent , had a new special dish of the day- abs super. Love the atmosphere. No complaints whatsoever and will definitely be back.

An absolutely amazing meal...Good portion sizes. So unlike the curries back home in London! Fabulous good....thank you

Food, service and atmosphere are always excellent! Take away food is also fantastic! Had many dishes and never been disappointed, would definitely recommend.

It was a lovely experience dining at taal, the food was good, the service was crisp, and the icing on the cake was the friendly staff they have, they make make you comfortable like home while dining. It's a must visit for me again.

Having had a lovely day out, we finished our day here. We had been before which was just after lockdown and had a fantastic meal with great staff, so we thought it would be the same again, how wrong were we? Having arrived at 4-15pm we ordered the pre-theatre, starter was ok at best this is when I started to notice that some of the staff were watching us at all times, every time I looked up the older man was watching from an open doorway. This made me feel extremely uncomfortable, my friend had her back to him so never seen this. One of the staff came to take our starter plate away while I was still eating. We then asked for a 10 min break between courses, this didn’t seem to go down too well. The main courses came and we cannot fault them they were both lovely. Again I was getting watched with every mouthful of food I had, this was starting to put me off my food, my friend then ordered another small wine. Once we finished eating we were letting our food settle while my friend finished her wine. A member of staff then came and slapped the bill on the table, we hadn’t asked for the bill at this time, but we never questioned it. By this time the restaurant was getting busier but by no means was it full,there were still a few empty tables. At 6-15 the man who had spent most of his time staring at me then came up to us and asked us to leave as they needed the table, both of us were extremely embarrassed by this. As we were leaving someone who was sitting near the entrance, who we think was the owner said “ goodbye I hope you enjoyed your meal” my friend who was extremely angry by this time then told him what had just happened, he apologised and said that they must have been needing the table, this I couldn’t understand as there were still plenty of empty tables, but even if this was the case if they had mentioned to us when we arrived that they needed the table back for a certain time we wouldn’t have taken as much time. They could have also asked us to finish our drinks elsewhere if they needed the table so urgently.Overall the food was good, but the staff were extremely rude and this spoiled my meal. After our first visit we told all our friends about this place we will now be telling them not to bother. After spending £50 on 2 pre-theatre meals that were totally spoiled by rude staff we left and neither us or any of our friends will return.

We absolutely love this restaurant,have been for pre theatre/ had takeaway (tonight) and also experienced just pakora etc when they have been entertaining the locals etc (with live music during hangerfest and gala day ) and at all times the food/service/price paid has been exceptional.

Fantastic find, great vibe, food exceptional, cocktails rather yummy too, would highly recommend and we will be back on our way back South.

My partner and I had a pre theatre meal here for £14.99 midweek. I had chicken chatt which was quite meagre - 2 wings covered in a curry sauce which was nice but nothing special. My partner had veg pakora which she enjoyed. I then had lamb chasni which I felt lacked a bit of flavour. My partner had chicken tikka chasni which she enjoyed - probably had more depth of flavour because it was tikka’d The service was good but Just a wee bit disappointed with the food

Perhaps expectation exceeded our experience. Voted to be Scotland’s best curry restaurant 2023. Who voted? In our week in Scotland we ate at 2 other Indian /Asian restaurant where the food quality - flavour - was far superior, as well as dining experience. Taal was very busy. The output from the kitchen for diners and takeaway would put any factory to shame. Ans the food did come out as if being from a factory non-stop. Probably above average but not worth a 30min detour.

Managed to squeeze us in on a busy night, food wasexcellent and the staff are lovely, look forward returning! Everything you can want in an Indian Restaurant

Probably the best Indian meal I have ever had- starters and mains all excellent. Staff were so efficient and friendly- a must visit Indian restaurant

Super friendly service and for a Saturday evening was very quick. Food was excellent, esp the special dish of the day. Generous portions and not bad priced either. Lovely building with great atmosphere, what a transformation from the old Cabin tearooms I used to know. Well worth a visit and will be back.

After one of our party fell on the floor, rhe waiter laughed. I'll never set foot in the place again.

I'd been to several venues in town while the local music festival was ongoing. There was a small covered stage opposite the main entrance as the Taal was one of the supporting venues, and plenty seating available outside. The atmosphere was friendly, staff were attentive and genuinely pleased to be hosting the event and the drinks were nice and cold.

Had some lovely take away and really enjoyed it. Huge servings and very well made. Thanks to the staff as well. Always a pleasure dealing with you.

Food was generally quite tasty! Ordered takeaway - a wait to collect. Chicken tikka & naan’s stood out as being really tasty

This is not the first time we have been at Taal, but has certainly been the best for the food. We decided to order food not from the main list, but something from the "Connoisseur's Choice".Lamb Akhbri and a chicken Punjabi Tarka.Both dishes were stunning.We can honestly say, that these meals were the best Indian meals we have EVER had.The service was fantastic as always, and it was good to see that all staff were observing the Covid-19 rules and guidelines.

Called ahead and asked if we could pop in for table for two, accommodated and im so glad we did, my wife and myself had an amazing meal and very reasonable even without the eat out deals last month.what a lovely family and service.i like to think myself an expert and keen cook but this was another level and the knowledge of the Front of house staff regarding what to have was first class.thank you so much TAAL

Fresh ingredients, beautiful food and fantastic service. The set new was fantastic value and tasted great. All cooked fresh on the premises. Highly recommend

Went to Taal to make use of the 50% offer running throughout August and I was not at all disappointed. Top level service - friendly staff, Amazing food and generally a very cosy atmosphere. Staff make you feel welcomed and were even kind enough to make some alterations to my sons curry to suit his taste. Glad I found this place having drove past it many times, will be back!

We booked a table today for the first time after lockdown , certainly not disappointed , the-restaurant was spotless , the service was excellent and, meals was prompt after ordering . We felt very safe around the restaurant as all the staff were wearing mask and there was more than enough sanitisers around the restaurant.The presentation and standard of food was very high , and certainly not over priced .Look forward to returning again , and would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes a curry.It is nice to leave somewhere with a good feeling and that everything was what you would expect .Well done to the Team at Taal

Nice restaurant with outdoor area, good portions, nice food. Was really enjoying dinner until I found what looked like a pubic hair in my food! Response wasn't great. No apology, no discount. Don't think I'll be going back.

Would really recommend this restaurant! Staff are amazing and really friendly! My boy doesn’t like going to out to busy places and he really felt at ease and with all social distance going on staff we’re making sure place was clean and hand sanitizer over restaurant! Food was amazing there chicken korma was top notch best I’ve had! Also chicken pakora which is made with no colouring is nice and fresh Will definitely be back especially for chicken korma

My son harpoon loves this place as it reminds him of the my home cooking but now I can’t cook for him because I don’t like him .

Got a takeaway from here for the first time tonight as they have started delivering to East Kilbride. Would highly recommend it. The food was fresh and very tasty. Delivery was quick as well, can’t fault the service. Will definitely be back again.

Well what can I begin with, I get a taal at least 4 times a month. I have never had a bad meal from it, the curry is always amazing, from sit in meals to take out the service is always good. Even on Valentine’s Day where the place was mental the service was still top class! Every-time I go they recommend me a different curry so I must be working my way through them all now, every one has been so delicious you can’t fault. The poori starter has to be my favourite now and I have to get it every couple of visits. If you are are looking for a good family Indian curry then this is 110% the place to go, I’ll not get a curry anywhere else! XxPhotos are from multiple occasions.

We had reserved our table for 6pm on Ne'erday and arrived around 1/2 5 to be shown to our table with no qualms at all. I say this because although there were a good few already in enjoying their meals, it really filled up around 6:30pm. Saying that, the staff had everything in hand, their organisation was spot on especially as it looked as if a double decker bus had pulled up out side...they coped admirably.Once settled at our table with our drinks we did what perhaps most people do, have a good look at the menu but have already decided what we're having, our favourites...So, a chicken chasni and southern fried Indian garlic chilli chicken with a nan bread and rice to share were ordered. As usual the food was served in good time, cooked to perfection with the portions being plentiful and lovely and hot. Both were delicious, none of your run of the mill dishes masked with over compensated spices but cooked as they should be. The flavours coming through as they should, delicate yet proper..We finished with lovely coffee and were heading home in time for emmerdale, not bad for a new years day meal booked for 6pm..A wee post note,,, just for the "wee bit tad loud" woman who was seated about 6:30 (6 tables away) who seemed to want everyone in the restaurant to know what she got for Christmas,,,,I'm sure your tops etc were very nice but,,, by the sounds of things were maybe 3 or 4 sizes too small for you. Maybe your mirror is the kind you get at the circus. I would talk a bit quieter if I were you,, LOLAnyway, another great meal in the lovely Taal. In a word,,,, superb!!!Like I said, before and after,,says it all.

First time eating in the Taal, can definitely say that it won't be the last.We ate from the pre-Theatre menu. Portion sizes were great, and we were "persuaded" not to order an additional rice. Thank you!!Food was very tasty, and very authentic, and beautifully seasoned. Service was fab, and we can't wait to go back again.

A pogger-inducing sit-in restaurant with authentic Indian cuisine for doggy do da pricesI had a lovely chicken korma and my significant other had a fiery south Indian garlic chilli curry. The chicken oakora is to die for along side that amazing pink sauce. They have also just renovated the restaurant and added a conservatory bit. Deliveries are also banger and quickyquicky Lovely katsu crry

I always thought when passing or getting a takeaway it was busy in the restaurant maybe because of the convenience and no other choice locally for a sit down indian meal. After our meal on Saturday we now know its because it is very good indeed.The staff were very attentive as soon as we arrived and gave us a few moments at our table before taking our drinks order. There was no rush to order and when we did it was well worth the wait.The vegetable and fish pakora was delicious and the two dips were spot on. Our main courses were so nice, you could tell all the ingredients were fresh and natural. The chicken chasni was the way it should be, in taste and colour. Our previous chasni from a corner takeaway was the colour of tomato soup, this was the colour of a dish made from all natural herbs and spices, perfect. The rogan josh was the same, the flavour not hidden by added spices but simply tasted as it should.Accompanied with the ideal and very nice Kingfisher lager in the new extension it was a very pleasant night out.By the time we left the place was full, just a wee criticism there. To accommodate more custom they set up tables directly in front of the bar making it a wee bit of a squeeze and awkward when paying. I personally would not have liked having my meal with people standing next to me trying to pay for theirs.But, all said and done that didn't take anything away from our lovely meal. Can't wait for our Ne'erday banquet....

Eat here regularly and always have a fantastic meal. Staff are always so lovely and accommodating. As a vegan its difficult to find good places to eat but the selection here is brilliant and the management always go out their way to create more and more options. Would recommend to everyone. Awesome place, food and people!

We love our Indian food and the Taal ticked all the boxes. We had booked in advance, and were given a choice of tables - always a good sign. We both opted for the seek kebabs for starters and both chose dishes from the Chef's Specialities. We were both delighted. The lamb in my curry was very tender, melting in the mouth, and my wife chose a chicken curry in a cream coconut sauce we delicate spices. the pashwari nan was freshly made, piping hot and fantastic. All the food was served at a hot temperature on hot plates excellent. The restaurant was busy, and once tasting the food, you could see why. If we lived in the area, we would be regular customers. Only area for improvement - possibly having the option of a real ale with the curry.

We'd been out for the day & couldn't be bothered cooking a meal when we eventually returned home to Strathaven. It was decided a visit to the Taal was in order. A good decision. Dined there a few times in the past and never yet found it wanting. Service is prompt, staff are friendly and efficient and the Indian cuisine is superb. I don't do beer but am told their chilled Cobra is excellent. A bottle of wine can be had for £12.95. The menu is varied, they also have a pre-theatre menu up until 1830. It has an excellent location in the centre of Strathaven and parking isn't a problem as the Common Green is about two minutes walk from the restaurant. Well worth a visit.

Great Indian restaurant very friendly staff great with kids . Visit regularly always enjoy there cooking . Highly recommended

Visited this restaurant on the recommendation from a neighbour and I wasn't disappointed. This is very much a family run restaurant with helpful and considerate staff. The food is of excellent quality and is not the garish red you see in some Indian restaurants.

I visited this place with my partner. We had a great evening and enjoyed good food. I would recommend trying one of the speciality dishes if you fancy something a little different.

Had yet again another lovely meal .. food was delicious as usual.. just need to tidy up on the presentation of the food as plates arrive a bit messy with rice piled high and falling out the bowls on the table everywhere. It will be perfect otherwise !

Set meal for 2. The pakora and dips were possibly the lightest and tastiest I've ever had. Poppadoms were crisp, warm with well flavoured spiced onions. We had a lab Indian garlic chill & chicken chasni.

Excellent meal and service. I had mushroom pakora for starter. Next, I had chicken tikka Ceylonese korma with rice. This was followed by a latte. There were lots of choices on the menu. Although the restaurant was busy, service was excellent.

We arrived at 4pm, and had the set meal for 2. The pakora and dips were light, crispy and fresh. While the poppadoms were crisp, warm with well flavoured spiced onions.

Great restaurant run by 3 generations of the family. Came here as a group which included a Vegan and we were all delighted with both the selection of choices and the quality, taste, amount and value for money of the food.

We're always on the lookout for a good curry and this is a really nice wee restaurant we've never tried before.

its only 10 miles from our house to Taal ! Well worth the drive !

From the moment we stepped through the door the friendly service from staff was second to none. The food was quickly prepared to a delicious quality and didn’t have to wait long between courses. The menu is well laid out with a great selection for all type of food eaters.

Always great food at the Taal, the best Indian in the area, with some more interesting dishes on the menu as well as the old favourites, and generally a special on the board as well. Very friendly staff, always a joy to visit. And with proper-sized naans!

We've always loved Taal but last night it was superb! Great food, chilled beer glasses and fantastic service, love it!

This Indian restaurant has a great menu for all tastes. They've recently introduced a vegan menu which is really great. Portions sizes are good and every dish that I've tried has been delicious. They offer a tea time special menu between 5pm and 6.30pm at a good price which is very good value. The staff are all really friendly. A great restaurant.

Great night again at the TAAL brilliant food great staff, dodgy shirts and ties from Suki and Dappy, always a great experience

Sit in or Take away- Just excellent. Atmosphere great - Advice on selection and food spot on. Plus chat with the owners just spot on.

The food here is invariably excellent and must rate amongst the best in Scotland for superb Indian food. The Dhansak is especially nice but nothing on their menu is second rate. Worth visiting Strathaven just for Taal.

Dined with friends in the Taal last night. One in particular who has eaten Indian cuisine all over the Asian continent still rates the Taal as one of her favourites! Mine too. Great food great service and run by a lovely family.

Best Indian meal I've ever had, at a very reasonable price. Was so impressed with the wide range of options on the menu, and in particular for me the fantastic new vegan menu, it's so rare to have such choice when eating out and our server was very informative and helpful. The starters, mains, and accompaniments were all outstanding and the restaurant itself is just beautiful. Our server could not have been more friendly and welcoming, and it looks like we will be making visits to the Taal on a regular basis. Can't recommend highly enough!

Came to Taal with the intention of trying out their new vegan menu & we were not disappointed. Fantastic selection on both the main and vegan menu! Food was outstanding, best Indian food I've ever had. Our server was so helpful, couldn't have done more for us. Very impressed & will definitely be back to get more stamps on my loyalty card. Absolutely fantastic.

What an amazing restuarant!! Service was so quick, staff so friendly & the food is amazing! The restuarant was so clean inside and such a lovely atmosphere. Will definitely be back!! 10/10!

Absolutely love the food and the service at this restaurant

Regular diner here as the food and service is consistently excellent.. Atmosphere is very chilled and staff are very friendly and attentive

Visited Taal with a group of friends and a great night! Staff were friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The food was amazing and great value for money! Will definitely be back!

Visited Taal for a Christmas night out. Welcoming staff, so accommodating. Food was fresh & tasty. Generous portions and very reasonably priced. Mix of couples, families and our group. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal and I will definitely be back! Would recommend!

Very tasty food and good service. Had heard it was a bit pricey but wasn't the case at all. Under £60 for a family of 4, Three courses,plus 2 pints of Cobra and a few soft drinks. Will be back soon.

Had a lovely evening at the restaurant. The Staff are very attentive, friendly and make you feel at ease and comfortable. The food is lovely, came away knowing that this is the first of what will be many more visits. Try it for yourself

Drove from Cumbernauld specifically to visit this restaurant, beautiful inside and very well decorated. Staff were lovely, offered advice on what dish they would recommend, food was absolutely beautiful, over ordered as usual but no problem to pack it up and take it home (now in freezer for dinner later in the week), had the Poori and Paneer Tikka between us to start then the Lamb Jalahandri and Punjabit Tarka (with a side of Makhni Masala because I really wanted to try it) for main.

Had a meal here with my husband and dear friend. We were served some great food starting with poppadoms with onion pickle, a speciality only in Scotland I’m told. It was delicious. We then tucked into a mix of curries on their speciality section. Although I can’t remember the names I can safely say they were all great tasting and quality as well as good quantities.

I have just had another wonderful meal at this restaurant. The food is first class, the staff are first class and the restaurant is first class. It ticks all my boxes.

We were staying in Strathaven and fancied an Indian meal. We chose the Taal restaurant and we were not disappointed, had an extensive menu, prices and staff were excellent. All the flavours were amazing, one of the best Indian meals we have had, you will not be disappointed!

We didn’t have a booking and they squeezed us but the service and the food were first class, we will be back.

Awesome food great atmosphere great staff win win win would recommend to anyone wanting authentic Indian food

A couple of weeks ago we were wondering where to get a decent Indian carry out and the Taal popped up in our search. Though it has been in the Cabin, (once the Tudor Tea room, with 2 or three restaurants following on,) for 13 years, somehow I managed to miss it. The carry out meal was excellent, and a few days later we had a second, which was equally good, both with regard to quality and value, so we decided to sit in.

I visited there recently , the food was excellent couldn’t fault it ,staff were very nice and I particularly liked the unique style of building which apparently dates back to ww2 and was originally a tea room !

Great food and service. When you are in Scotland (or England) an Indian restaurant is a must, as you will not got better in any other European country. Don’t order too much though, as you will get a lot.

Had an impromtu visit on a Monday night and had a fantastic meal. We ordered from the Pre-Theatre menu.

Group of Old Friends on a night of dining and socialising, The Taal was the choice of the night for an Indian meal.

Restaurant is always very busy so definitely best to book

I LOVE Indian food and have eaten Indian food in many cities all over the world. But Taal is truly the best Indian food I’ve ever had. The naan is fluffy and thick (they told me it takes them 24 hours to make the dough!) and all the curries and fresh and delicious. The staff and super friendly and welcoming and the decor is lovely and bright. I am vegan and have always gotten a great meal here. They are working on a vegan menu and the staff are very knowledgeable about what they can veganise. All of the naan’s are vegan minus the garlic naan as they use garlic butter on that. The peshwari naan is fantastic!!!!! I highly recommend this place to everyone who loves Indian food!

Visited this evening with my parents and ordered off the pre-theatre menu which states at the bottom that you can choose off the european menu also. When ordering the waiter said it would be extra to order european food to which my mum pointed to the menu which said it was included, he then said ok thats fine. Ordered our food (chicken chasni with rice, haddock & chips and chicken & chips with a naan bread to share between us all) and drinks. Waiter appeared a few minutes later with only 2 drinks. We just assumed he would be bringing my water seperately maybe in a jug. Waited and waited, then our starters came which were lovely. It was only once I was eating that I realised i still had no drink so we said to the waiter and eventually I got my water. Mains arrived and I was given my curry, naan, fish & chips and chicken and chips...no rice! Had to say to waiter we are still waiting on rice. He popped to the kitchen and apologised for the error. Tucked into the food which was all very tasty and we really enjoyed it.

I asked this guy if he was looking for a curry chef 6 months ago. He really should have taken me up on my offer. I you enjoy the taste of raw ginger and raw garlic, this is the place for you. Now, dear owner, and I know you read this, the offer still stands if you still have my number.

Outstanding food, great staff fab atmosphere, tick, tick, tick.. what more could you ask for! Lamb Pardassi was just the best if your looking for the curry of your choice just ask and the management will try and oblige a Desi style dish!

My husband and I regularly visit the Taal and always have excellent food and service. Last night we had the company of my son and girlfriend who are Vegan. Nothing was too much trouble for the Taal. There was a wide range of dishes suitable for the Vegan diet and accompaniments including a Peshwari naan. We were all very impressed

Delicious Indian take away for a night of no cooking, lovely chicken curry mains and the best garlic naan but our pakora was not as good as we’ve had before, we left most of it, the batter was a bit odd ! We still think this is a good Indian take away.

Having not been in for years decided to pop in to see if we could get a table due to most places full due to mothers day. The place was busy but managed to get a table.

always had a good meal here pre-theatre particularly good value service always friendly good choice of dishes. also do takeaway

Excellent quality and speedy sevice. Price was comparable to other takeaway restaurants in the area. Quantity was over than adequate

Menu is a shambles...... portions are large, very tough meat (when you can find it in the dish) overly greasy. Have been there a few times before....... we'd have second or third thoughts about going back.

The food at the Taal is so good. For me it's best to eat in as the service is great and the food tastes really fresh and delicious. It's not the usual oily Indian food you sometimes get from Take-Away's. I would definitely recommend a trip here.

Excellent local Indian in Strathven town centre. Very nice setting and lovely quality decor. Very clean.

I love The Taal. The staff are friendly, it’s a lovely setting next to the burn, the decor is nice, and the food is outstanding. I’ve been going there for years and it never gets boring. I’ve celebrated several occasions there; birthdays, Christmas Eves, and leaving nights. My partner and I also had our first date there. I now live far away, but am willing to make a journey just for some Seekh Kebabs and a Shashlik Tandoori. And not forgetting the garlic naan. Amazing!

We came here for the first time to have our first meal without any children's for a while! Then location is good and the carpark nearby is only 100yards away maximum. The decor was a bit tired inside but the views of the town outside were nice. There wasn't much of a buz or atmosphere inside but the staff were all very friendly and attentive and couldn't do enough for you. We had a starter and main which was very nice. The Pakora starters were nice, as was the large garlic Nan Bread with our curries. The prices were reasonable for the location and we had a nice meal. One thing that lets down the venue was the toilets which were very dilapidated and in need of an upgrade. Plus the men's toilets had a single door opening beside a table which when open gives you a good view of people using the facilities which was slightly of putting so keep an eye on where you get sat! So all in all, the place could do with a spruce up but the food was not too bad for the price paid. I would give it another go.

Good value for money. Good, friendly service. Great variety of food, all reasonably priced. Nice location. Excellent Cobra beer.

Pasando a través de Strathaven, nos registramos en Tripadvisor por algún sitio para comer, y este lugar me atrajo. Teníamos el menú temprano en la noche, que era muy buena relación calidad-precio. Interesante entrantes y platos principales bien mezclados. Muy amable. camareros Volveríamos de nuevo.

Tuvimos una deliciosa, auténtica comida aquí. El ambiente era fantástico y el personal era amable, eficiente y acogedor. Volvería sin dudarlo.

Never had a bad meal from here! Delicious food every single time whether it be takeout or sitting in the restaurant to dine. Very helpful when you're unsure of some dishes too. Such friendly and welcoming staff.

Had not been to the Taal for quite some time but visited it this week. This family run restaurant provides exceptional service. My husband and I shared a Fish Pakora that was wonderfully fresh and delicious. He then had a lamb Punjabi Tarka and I had the King Prawn Tandoori. We did not need to order rice, as the portion I got with my Tandoori was more than adequate for us both. Excellent value for money. The staff were attentive and courteous. Will definately re-visit soon.

Travelling through on the way further north and found this gem a few miles from our B&B. Great hospitality, service, atmosphere & food. We love authentic Indian food and this certainly was that and more. Anything extra we asked for was no trouble and came from the chef spot on. Lamb on the bone curry was so tasty. Great find and if we were Scottish and lived nearer we would definitely come again. Highly recommend a meal here.

Recently moved to Strathaven and trying out some of the look eateries, etc so popped into the Taal the other night. Must admit did have some reservations having read some other reviews. However, found the experience very good. Staff were friendly and welcoming but gave us space to enjoy the evening. Food was exceptional. One criticism might be that there was too much!! Especially of rice and nan bread!! Next time will only order one between the two of us. Looking forward to the next time!!

Everything on menu tastes the same. I tried every bit of a party of 5 meals and it all tasted like the contents of an Indians weans nappy. Nice decor and location though

One of my favourite restaurants, set in the pretty market town of Strathaven. The Taal is a good Indian restaurant with great staff who are welcoming and helpful. The food is very enjoyable with what I think is the best pakora in the area. I particularly enjoy their paneer tikka starter and usually have to share it with my family unfortunately as they all help themselves to "just a wee bit to try it". Their main course are all freshly prepared and good quality, the specials are always worth trying and can be served to whatever heat you prefer. Beautiful soft puffy naan breads compliment the food. My daughter is gluten intolerant and the staff are extremely helpful and knowledgeable on their allergy information with most of their mains and starters being gluten free. The food is extremely good value for money with a meal for three with two courses and two rounds of drinks (soft drinks and 1 beer) only coming to £55. Highly recommended

I thought I would give Taal another visit after the previous where we were charged for extra chillis-not good customer service. Anyway chicken chaat starter was edible, even if the salad that came with it wasn't. The mains was not what I asked for but I let it go - big mistake it was not my kind of curry. It was a thick and creamy and the rice clumpy. Hey but the Kingfisher was OK and suitably chilled.

Enjoyed an excellent meal, everything was first class, so amazingly tasty, yet still such good value. Couldn't fault anything.