Taj Indian Kitchen in Eastbourne

Ridiculously good food! You have to come here - wonderful service and the food was unbelievably good. Thanks so much!

Wednesday night and still a decent amount of people in. Food was really good. A step up from many places in town and really good flavours. Would recommend.

Taj is a place we had been meaning to go to since it opened. Yesterday we finally managed to get a babysitter and head out - the wait was well worth it! This is a formidable jewel in the crown for Eastbourne - presenting modern, stylish and fashionable Indian food that sticks true to the heritage of the motherland. I have been lucky enough to spend a lot of time in India over the years and this is the closest to the smells, textures and tastes I have had in the UK compared to being in India. The service team themselves were very attentive, curious and generous. Overall I give this a 10/10 and will be heading back as soon as I can!

I booked a table for 13 here after a recommendation. We had people from Canada, America and the Curry Capital Birmingham. Everyone was extremely impressed with the food, the service and the establishment. Amazing flavours. Next level Indian food, which is reflected in the price, but worth every penny. I recommend the Chilli squid as a starter. Absolutely amazing! I'll be back here without a doubt!

A group of 10 if us went, delicious food. Staff were great and surprised us with a delightful amuse bouche. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

By far the best Indian food I have ever had the pleasure of eating. A little more expensive than your average Indian restaurant but worth every penny And more. Excellent service and a lovely atmosphere.

We came down from Epsom in Surrey for a weekend break. We looked up an Indian restaurant and found the Taj. Food was amazing very tasty. Staff were extremely attentive and could not do more for you.

Very friendly & service is on point, amazing food and great atmosphere would definitely recommend and go back

Amazing food with a fantastic decor.Very helpful and pleasant staff highly recommend it.Well done guys much needed in Eastbourne. Nas xx NouNou

Great food, lovely atmosphere. Well worth the price

Great food but shame about the service! Two out of four of us had starters but had to wait 2 hours before our main dishes arrived! Tables that had starters that ordered after us were getting their main dishes before us!😬😳 Can’t grumble about the food though it was delicious! 😋 We’ve eaten here roughly five times before and never had any problems. After chatting / whinging to the owner, he gave us a complimentary bottle of wine 😁🍷 We will definitely visit again and hopefully the service will be as good as all the other visits?! The staff were very apologetic and friendly throughout the evening 👍🏼

A wonderful restaurant of Indian cuisine! Only Hindu men work. I think they adapted the recipe of the dishes to local tastes, because the food that is not marked as spicy is really not spicy) Service is at the highest level. We always felt that we were being taken care of. The food is extremely tasty! We ordered Papadom basket, snack basket, old delhi butter chicken, Malabar seafood curry. I recommend everything!

One of the best Indian meals I've had in a long time. We will be back

Best Indian ever!!! Highly recommend ❤️

Echoing everyone’s words, Taj in Eastbourne was extraordinary and is a must visit if you are in the area!

Best Indian food I’ve tasted, lovely decor and attentive staff.

Surprisingly excellent restaurant. We were in kind of a hurry and decided to try our luck at Taj Indian Restaurant. And despite we got into the restaurant in kind of a rush, we stayed until almost closing time. Very pleasant and calm atmosphere - almost wellness like without giving off the vibe that you really have to watch your voice. The interior is pretty and well taken care of. Excellent staff that's not only very friendly and polite, but also has a perfect pacing. Never did we have to ask, but neither did we, at any time, have the idea they were rushing. And finally the food, which is very good - and so is the way it's being served. Would very definitely recommend. I would even go as far as to say that it may very well be the best Indian restaurant we've been to, anywhere. Thanks for the great evening!

A very, very good restaurant, their Indian food is given some finesse touches & elevated to a lovely fine dining experience. Great food, and everything has an extra little something special. Service excellent and the setting is nice. It's also really reasonably priced for such a high end feel, been twice now & it's a firm new favourite.

INCREDIBLE! We went here after our 14km walk at seven sisters, and this really hit the spot. Butter chicken was insane, wish we lived closer so we could go back more often

What a fantastic place!! Excellent food, great excellent staff and lovely little restaurant! When in the area again, will definitely be returning!

Every course fantastic, and with great service. I was worried ‘fine dining’ might mean doing something unnecessary or even having less spice, but it’s everything you want from Indian food just done really really well. We had three courses, all familiar dishes we’ve had from restaurants around the country, but taken to another level. We’ll be back.

The Restaurant itself is beautiful inside and has a very calm environment. The staff are lovely and the food cannot be faulted. An absolutely fantastic experience. Thank you so much.

amazing food and very friendly staff. Food did take a little time to come out but it was more than worth the wait!

Food is delicious, staff are lovely, venue is beautiful. Best curry I've had in years.

Excellent food, full of flavour and complex spicing. Well worth a visit if you’re in the area! The service was also top notch. Thank you very much.

Just wow. Everything was brilliant! Yummy, great service and so different to anything I'd tried before!

Visited this restaurant twice now and every time it has left me wanting more. I always go for the chicken biryani and it never disappoints. The staff are always smiling and very polite. Must try if you love Indian food.

What an amazing meal, and fabulous service! Will definitely be back!

We just dined at Taj Indian Kitchen tonight, and it was an extraordinary experience from start to finish. The meal we had was, without a doubt, the best Indian cuisine we've ever tasted. Every dish was a masterpiece, with flavors that were perfectly balanced and presentations that were visually stunning. The ambiance of the restaurant was inviting and elegant, providing a perfect backdrop for the incredible culinary journey we embarked upon. Each course was meticulously crafted and served with impeccable timing, allowing us to savor every bite. Special mention must be made of our server, Felix, whose service was exemplary. Felix was not only polite and attentive but also incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. His recommendations were spot-on, and his warm demeanor added a personal touch to our dining experience. Overall, Taj Indian Kitchen surpassed all our expectations. The combination of delectable food, outstanding service, and exquisite presentation makes it a standout dining destination. We can't wait to return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exceptional Indian dining experience.

My family and I were looking for a small takeaway vegan Indian meal after eating ice cream on Eastbourne Pier. We came across this restaurant by chance and found that they didn’t do takeaways. The restaurant felt so inviting that we stayed and ordered more food than we intended originally. And ate every last piece it was so good! The service was first rate, the food was the best Indian food I have eaten in a very long time, and the atmosphere was calm and friendly. If we lived nearby this would definitely become a regular spot. After a hectic day in the wind and cold weather, this was just what we needed to regroup and relax. Eat here - you won’t regret it.

Honestly the most deserved 5/5. From the moment we sat down we were looked after exquisitely. We received a lovely panipuri starter that was absolutely delicious! The food was so flavorful, the portions the perfect size and the service 10/10. The popadom dips were so tasty, the best we’ve ever had too. We were just passing through so probably will not be here again but will think about this place often! Definitely a must visit if you like Indian food.

A nice environment, great food will come again☺️

Spotless, service superb, food presentation and quality first class will return

Excellent service and food. In fact the nicest dish I have ever eaten. Sweet and savoury in a perfect mix. Matched only by the attentive and informative service of the waiters.

Food and service were both excellent.

Absolutely delicious food. Beautifully presented and flavour was amazing. Highly recommended.

Fab food and ambiance. Staff wonderful. Highly recommend.

Wonderful atmosphere, excellent food and amazing service xx

A little gem. If you’re into Indian food, great service and a higher than average decor (very nice), then give this place a try. Pleasantly surprised I found this place. Well done to all at the restaurant

I dined with my husband at Taj Indian Kitchen. Initial service was stiff to the point of arrogant, although it's possible our first waiter was just inexperienced and nervous. When we ordered two medium heat dishes, I asked about their standard heat level. The waiter was preoccupied with typing our order into his tablet, and walked away without answering. The dishes we received had aromatic flavor, but absolutely NO spice/ heat level. I asked the waiter for additional spice and he brought a plate with two WHOLE hot chili peppers. When I declined in amazement and asked for something else, another waiter explained to me " that is what they do-- that some people like to bite into the pepper while they eat". I responded that most people do not. He did take the peppers and roughly chopped them up-- expecting that I would put the large chunks on my dish. A third staff ( the manager?) approached, and told me that their medium dishes have no spice and that's how their customers like it. What? Then why is it called 'medium' spice? There was no apology, acknowledgement of error or effort to satisfy our request to receive what we thought we had ordered. I've dined in fine Indian restaurants around the world-- including in North and South India. Taj Indian Kitchen is fancy in atmosphere, but the food we received was bland, and being served whole chili peppers was laughable.

Brilliant tasting menu - everything was a treat - highly highly recommended (and satisfying)

Food and service was amazing! Great atmosphere!

Lovely food, decor and service, good veggie choices however would love to see more options i.e vegetable biryani, vegetable madras etc. Good restaurant for great flavour and authenticity

Beautiful food and super service.

Very attentive, and exceptional service. The food was gorgeous!

We had an amazing meal. The staff are extremely polite and friendly. The restaurant has the best atmosphere. Thank you and we will be back very soon.

Friendly and efficient service and lovely food.

Probably the best service in Eastbourne, amazing food too, fresh ingredients and a great menu. Really nice decor and atmosphere too, must visit in Eastbourne !

This was a lovely restaurant and the food and service was amazing. We loved the lamp to request service, great touch! The food was full of flavour and I recommend the chilli squid for starters. We will definitely come again!

First time trying out this resto for my birthday dinner. Fantastic service, stunning ambiance, and most of all, lovely food. Would love to come back and bring friends next time.

Definitely a go to restaurant, , great food and friendly staff

Delicious food and pretty vibe!

The food here is amazing, best Indian food I have ever had. Onion bhajis are fabulous, as is all the dishes we had. Service is great, staff are friendly and helpful. Love the light you touch on the table when you want to get the attention of the staff. This will definitely be our go to restaurant for Indian food.

Since moving to Eastbourne a couple of years ago, I’ve been looking for a good Indian restaurant and, finally, I have found it. The delicious food is beautifully presented by attentive staff and the ambiance is relaxed. The menu is varied, with everything from your Indian restaurant classics to some really interesting dishes and even a tasting menu (that I can’t wait to try!). I 100% recommend.

Highly recommend- fabulous food and service.

Amazing food. Beautiful decor. Tip class service. Not to be missed. We especially enjoyed the sea bass starter.

Best Indian restaurant ever did…we just spent a weekend in Eastbourne and bumped into this restaurant, honestly we didn’t expect much but we had such a wonderful experience! Never expected an Indian fine dining could be so amazing. Very friendly and attentive service and the dishes are well presented and the taste is just unbelievable good. Thanks for the chef and the staffs. Such a pity they only have one restaurant…We hope that we will come back in near future.

Very friendly service, very transparent about allergens as well. Would recommend for gluten free individuals!

Fantastic good, service and overall experience. Best curry I have had in a long time. Highly recommend

Me and my partner had a wonderful time at Taj. Wonderful food and excellent service. Just a brilliant experience overall. Best Indian restaurant in Eastbourne without a doubt.

I just love this place. We brought my parents who also loved it. We tried the biryani, the butter chicken, the lamb naga and the king prawn chilli. All excellent. Do try it 👍

Best Restaurant I've been in a long time. Excellent Food, Excellent Service - top !

10/10 in all aspects. Beautiful food and will be returning very soon! Worth every penny, and not over priced

Lovely Meal and service and buzzy atmosphere

Amazing food and fabulous atmosphere. Definitely recommend.

Something a little different in Eastbourne. Indian fine dining. Great food with excellent service and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommended

What can I say, first time experiencing Taj and it was absolutely amazing. I cannot fault the staff tentative friendly and quick. The food, is absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection. The flavours are amazing and the presentation is beautiful. I cannot recommend this place enough for people to come and try. Will be back again for sure.

This is a nice Indian restaurant. There are a few little touches that make it welcoming and unique. Our waiter Anoop was very friendly, polite and professional. We had the chilli squid to start and then the Calcutta Chicken and Lamb Aubergine Angara. The only disappointment for us was the waiting time for the food. We did go on a Friday at 7pm though. We would return if visiting Eastbourne again.

Genuinely my new favourite restaurant in Eastbourne, I can't believe we haven't discovered Taj before! The food was incredibly delicious, very good portion sizes and prices, and I was highly impressed with the friendly and attentive service. To top it all off, I went into labour that same evening with my beautiful baby girl - thank you to my scrummy madras curry! We will be visiting again as soon as we can. Highly recommend.

What a lovely meal. Overdue to have an Indian Restaurant like this.

From the moment we walked in to the moment we walked out it was an outstanding experience. We were greeted with a smile and friendly waiter. The food was incredible and complimented beautifully by the bottle of Rose. We could go back every weekend and not get bored of this wonderful food. Looking forward to our next visit already. Outstanding.

Excellent food and service. The best I have ever had! Great night out

I saw the reviews at 4.9 and thought we'd give it a go, looked at the menu and was disappointed not to find my usual go to for an Indian, so had to pick something at of the norm, how glad I did as it was absolutely delicious. We can not wait to go back. The squid starter was superb. And yes not the cheapest but its a "you get what you pay for sort of place"

Great food and service. Second time that we've been, this time for our wedding anniversary. Would highly recommend.

Enjoyed a fantastic dinner last night - the food, ambiance, and service were all outstanding. The tasting menu in particular was incredible. We will be back soon!

Absolutely the best Indian restaurant I've ever been to. Everything had so much flavour and not at all greasy like you find in some places. Staff were lovely. Will definitely be coming back.

Fantastic hidden gem. Food was amazing. Definitely be back

Our first time visiting Taj and we were very impressed, our food was beautifully presented and had lovely flavours, simply delicious, decor was beautiful and very attentive service so nice to find an up market Indian restaurant in Eastbourne We look forward to visiting you again

Discreet attentive polite service. The food was delicious. Full of flavour and bountiful. Can't wait to go back.

Our go to Indian! Sublime! Merry Christmas

Excellent food and service. Lighting level were far too bright. Definitely come again.

Best curry I have ever had! Server recommended. Thanks a lot. Highly recommend!!

What a fantastic find brilliant food and customer service. We will be back.

Excellent food, quality and presentation fantastic

Had a great meal here, the food was delicious, my favourite Indian restaurant in Eastbourne

Great food and great vibe, will definitely be coming back and trying the naga. Highly recommend the Haryali chicken.

Delicious food, amazing service and fascinating attention to detail!

The staff were extremely kind, but unfortunately our table of 12 didn't receive our main courses until we were in the restaurant for 2hrs and 10 mins! Our starters arrived 1hr 20 mins after arrival. This was for a 8.30pm booking so by the time food came out some of our party needed to rush dinner to get the train home in time, no time for puddings either. The restaurant didn't appear to be at capacity. Just far too long sitting around. Atmosphere was also quite dead as there wasn't really any music on and the place is quite brightly lit for an evening meal. We all commented the following week that our meals were also pretty average for the price. I had a Haryali and it was extremely bland for a curry which is meant to be rich in garlic and coriander. Starters also very small. Seems like the restaurant has an otherwise great fanbase judging by the other reviews, so perhaps we just went on a bad night. However we wont be returning as its too expensive to risk another repeat experience.

Lovely meal, excellent food and great service.

The best Indian cuisine I had in Eastbourne, I would definitely recommend it to anyone.

Amazing gem of a restaurant to have in our hometown. Celebrating a birthday today in style at Taj - every course was outstanding! Balanced flavour, showcasing a high standard and attention to detail. Thank you to the team at Taj for a fantastic evening!

Delicious food, beautiful presentation and excellent service. Highly recommended 👌

Great service great food great staff.

We have returned here a few times now and each time it reminds us just how excellent it is. The quality is without a doubt the best and we look forward to our next visit.

Fabulous meal. Really enjoyed the experience. Service, decor, atmosphere and delicious. Thoroughly recommend.

Had a great evening here with my wife. The restaurant accommodated us even though we had not booked. I would recommend booking as the restaurant did fill up very quickly. We had a nice two seater in the middle of the restaurant near the bar. Shortly after being seated a complimentary starter came out, which was nice. All the food here has a small twist on what I would called a traditional Indian restaurant in the UK. I had Old Delhi Butter chicken which was amazing, one of the best dishes I’ve had in a while and my wife had Lamb Rogan Gosht which she says was amazing, flavourful with the lamb just melted in the mouth. I also had onion bhaji, again a twist that made it taste great, a plain naan which is the best I’ve ever eaten. Service was good, attentive, and quick. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to anybody who likes Indian cuisine. Hats off the chefs here the food is great! Thank you!

A significant cut above anything else local so regular curry eaters will notice this immediately. It is expensive but perhaps not out of keeping with averages. The poppadoms were unlike any we have had, and a welcome contemporary refresh on the classic. Overall - exceptional food and very attentive service, and a very nice bathroom so we had a very nice evening here so we can’t really fault this place at all.

This is now in my top four UK Indian restaurants the ambiance is superb the service is excellent but most importantly the food is simply divine the starter pocket was unusual and really good a lovely mixture and the old Delhi butter chicken was the best I've tasted with a lovely sauce and succulent chicken but with crisp edges like tandor cooked chicken it was another level

Had an amazing meal last night, the food was absolutely amazing highly recommended. Well done Nobi and his team 👏👏

We had dinner recently and were really impressed. A lovely ambience, friendly staff and some delicious and interesting food we’d not seen on other menus. The lamb shank, lamb and potato curry, and the pineapple side curry were especially good. They were also excellent at catering to my dairy and gluten free needs. We’d really recommend a visit.