Tamatanga in Leeds

It was mother's day and my birthday treat by my son on 30th March, disappointed. We ordered three small plates for starters: Bang Bang chicken, Fish fry, and Cheese balls. Both the chicken and fish were deep-fried and cold. The tandoori chicken was grilled, but it had been done a while ago, so the meat was just warm and not succulent. Additionally, the salads served with the mains were not fresh. They are pricy but not worth it. The vegterian stuff is also not great, small portion dhal served had split chana which was fully cooked tasting raw. I dont recommend to anyone.

I first visited with an Indian friend, after we had been to an event in Leeds.We loved the food.I then went back with friends from Germany and have been back twice.My Indian friend ordered the Goan fish curry, when we ordered 2 dishes to share.It is amazing ! Staff are friendly and helpful.

Had Salmon it was amazing so was the pashwari nan ,can't wait for one to open up in Sheffield spot on !

Food was amazing, me and my friend both loved the food. Was lunch time and was quiet, decor looked nice and we had a window seat. The prices were reasonable and I received a free piece of cake for my birthday. Would definitely come again- good table service too.

A few of us ate here on a Saturday afternoon and the place was very busy and vibrant. The food was delicious would definitely eat here again

Loved the food here. I went for the thali, which includes two mains off the menu, so there is an opportunity to try several different dishes. All the dishes were delicious surprisingly. The service from the staff was great. We were sat at a table we weren't feeling, and they moved us without question. We had a question about boxing your own leftovers, which answered very well by a staff member. They made us an off menu cocktail, which was great. The loyalty app is pretty great. I'm looking forward to returning.

Both food and cocktails tasted really good. Portion sizes were large, had the Tama grill feast and papdi chaat. Would come again and try a different dish, they have a lot of options. Service was good, we were checked on regularly. We ordered 241 cocktails and found that the strength varied even though we had the same cocktail. We questioned it with the waitress and she quickly got them sorted for us.

Genuinely the best curry I have ever had, absolutely worth the money. I hadn’t eaten all day and I was completely stuffed after this meal. The staff are so lovely and don’t keep pestering you every 5 minutes to ask if everything is okay. The food itself came out within 15 minutes. We got a table surprisingly fast considering we came in with no booking on a busy Saturday night, only waited about 20 minutes. Sydney, our server, was a sweetheart and a total vibe and the host (didn’t catch his name) was very polite and kind. They are very receptive to whats going on and we didnt have to wait long at all for them to realise that we were done eating and were ready for the bill, no awkward chasing down of a waiter so that we could pay and leave. Overall probably the best dining experience I’ve ever had.

Delicious food with large portion sizes as mains. I had 2 for 1 cocktails. Mine was called "hair of the dog". This was fruity and sweet, just how I like them. If you like strawberry flavoured cocktails, I thoroughly recommend this one. I found most cocktails had mango in which I don't like so I did struggle to find a cocktail I could have. Service was brilliant 👏🏼 staff were friendly. I went to the Leeds restaurant.

Came here for my birthday and had such a lovely time! The food was delicious and our server Sydney was fab, we will definitely be back. Thank you! :)

I visited the restaurant today, unfortunately, my experience was not as expected. Despite requesting heating there was none throughout our visit, making it quite uncomfortable. Additionally, the portion sizes were disappointing given the price(I ordered Tama feast which was 23pound), especially when compared to similar restaurants. However taste was good. I hope the restaurant considers improving these aspects, as they have potential to provide a much better experience.

Bright and clean restaurant. Attentive staff. Amazing food and great value for money. Called in for lunch and had the tastiest curry.

One of my favourite lunch spots in Leeds. The Lunch Deal is great - £15 for a main and a drink. Great for a quick lunch with friends or clients. The Green Lamb Curry is immense! The team are always friendly and on top form too!

Really great modern Indian cuisine. The thali’s are excellent value, so much variety on the plate. Always had good service from the team. Brilliant separate vegan menu

A few weeks ago I met up with fellow foodie friends at Tamatanga in Leeds for their Bottomless Brunch. Every Saturday & Sunday before 4pm, £29.95pp for 90 minutes, you can drink as many cocktails, Prosecco, Cobras as you want alongside a main meal or 2 small plates from the bottomless menu. The service initially started off slow but then got into full swing, drinks were flowing and the food we had was great. I went with the chicken kathi roll and shared this with Alisha who got 2 small plates; gunpowder paneer & amritsari fish fry. So we were VERY full, but enjoyed it all! There was a nice spice to the plates. I tried various cocktails but really enjoyed the Too Cool for School; gin, fresh lime, cucumber, coriander, and lemonade. We enjoyed it that much we moved to the bar area afterwards to enjoy more 241 cocktails there! Would recommend for a Bottomless Brunch for Indian food and cocktail lovers 🙌🏻🎉 💷 Spend: £30pp – Bottomless availability subject to change but is every Sat & Sunday before 4pm. ⏰ Open Hours: Sun-Thur 11:30am-10pm, Fri & Sat 11:30am-11pm 📦🚚 Takeaway/Delivery: Deliveroo

What a great place for some quality Indian food. We had the lunchtime deal which was excellent value at £15 for a main course,side and a non alcoholic drink. The cocktails are also fantastic and again on 2 for 1 really good value. The service was excellent. Would definitely visit again.

First time here for friends birthday. The food was amazing, the drinks were fabulous and the staff were friendly and made us feel welcome. The chef is a magician as the food tasted incredible. Will definitely be coming again. Thank you.

Good food. Bad service. Staff was veeeeeery rude.

Amazing staff members warm and welcoming always on hand for any questions and queries. Most amazing food would recommend to all will definitely be going again

Had a really good time here! The staff Ellie was really sweet! She made us feel so welcoming! Will visit again soon.

Amazing food, good portions and so flavour full, good range for vegan and GF diets Service brilliant from the amazing Ellie!

The mocktails were refreshing and the chaat bomb/ panipuri starter was great, full of flavour.

Before we started our meal, I noticed that our knives and forks were not clean. The staff replaced them with new ones, but those were also not clean. Later, when the food arrived, we had ordered three appetizers and two main courses. However, before we had even finished the appetizers, they already brought out the main dishes. This forced us to eat in a rush. Additionally, the table became overly crowded with too many dishes, making the dining experience uncomfortable. We were quite dissatisfied with their service, especially since they automatically included a service charge in the bill without prior notice.

The food is delicious, the biryani rice, the bone chicken, and the grilled chili chicken. This was all we ordered, and there is no mistake. The naan bread is sweet and light. To be honest, it is invalid.

This used to me my favourite place to go but it seems to have dropped standards a little. The Tama chips tasted stale and the curry’s, whilst still ok, weren’t quite as good as they used to be. Plus they’ve now started charging a service fee. So don’t think I’ll be going back here now.

Lovely amazing food! Came out quickly and the staff were lovely, didn’t have a reservation but still got us in :)

The food and service was of a generally good standard, although it was not as great as when we first went there last year. Also, the price is a bit steep, for what is on offer. Tried the onion bhajis, but they were dense and a bit tasteless. Otherwise, decent. I would not rush back, to be honest.

Wonderful atmosphere , tasty dishes and very friendly staff especially my host Mia

Fantastic service from Sydney and amazing food, however we noticed when we got home that you hadn't applied the 2-for-1 deal on cocktails which cost the table an extra £40 :( learned our lesson to check the bill more thoroughly in future!

Really lovely service from Keira J. Great atmosphere and food. Would definitely recommend coming!

Elli our host was a star, her energy and vibrant smile were very welcoming, and she made sure our orders were ready in no time. The food quality and portions were on point, this restaurant is a must-visit when in Leeds.

I want here with my father it’s amazing 🤩☺️ Am not sure what they named but i will give them a guess

Worst meal of my life. Rude staff (except our server who was lovely) and the restaurant design is extremely overwhelming and chaotic. The food tasted of nothing, despite getting a curry, though the salad was nice.

The design of place is amazing , I loved the atmosphere and the staff are so welcoming and nice great service the place was filled with people but still it was so organized and chill, however I feel the food needs a little upgrade regarding the test , it didn’t feel like eating Indian at all and I’m sure it cold be much better. Update The prices went up and the portions is less.

I’ve been a fan of Tamatanga Indies for years, and I’m happy to say that the experience has remained consistently amazing. As a student, it was one of my favorite spots, and now, over a decade later, the food is just as fantastic as I remember. The menu offers a great variety, with an impressive selection of vegetarian options that stand out for their flavor and creativity. This isn’t your typical English-Indian fare; the dishes here taste far more authentic, with bold, fresh flavors that make it one of the best Indian dining experiences around. The service has always been excellent—friendly, efficient, and welcoming. I have to recommend the Cheese Naan, which pairs perfectly with any of their curries. It’s a personal favorite and never disappoints! If you’re looking for delicious, authentic Indian food that consistently delivers, Tamatanga Indies is the place to go. Highly recommended!

Very beautiful place, loads of variety and flexibility to change menu accordingly to your dietary choices.

A fun Indian restaurant with a twist. Fantastic cocktails, and great sharing platters. Cute booth style seating. Fantastic for large groups of people. A real treat for your taste buds

I went in here a few moths ago for cocktails and although a bit pricey & sugary the staff were nice. I called in here yesterday for a drink with my teenage daughter and the attitude of one member of staff stunk. I asked for a dry cider - they only had sweet. A flavoured one and a sweet one. The inexeperienced barman treated me with contempt for daring to ask. He smugly told me it was an apple cider. Cider is made from apples its like saying an orange orange juice. How he did not know that cider is made from apples and it comes in sweet or dry is astonishing. Furthermore to treat me the customer with contempt then served me a warm white wine. £6.25 for a medium sized glass of chenin blanc and £3.45 for a cola. Absolute rip off price for a medium wine served warm, and a serving of ignorance - I wonr be going back. The other lad behind the bar seemed quite embarrassed by him. Mr Kular - sort your staff out

One of the best halal restaurants in leeds

Lovely Indian food. Lunch time deal is a star! Would highly recommend as an Indian. Staff is outstanding too

Omg the cocktails here are absolutely delicious 🤤 the bar staff were very very polite was given free popadoms and chutneys with are drinks only called in on way back to train station after a we’d had lunch at a different restaurant but the food here smelt amazing will definitely be going back to sample their food beautifully decorated

Fantastic experience for our party of six celebrating a graduation. We received attentive and very pleasant service which, on a very busy pre christmas night, was very much appreciated. Food was fresh, hot and delightful. We will visit again for sure and highly recommend. Thank you Tamatanga for a memorable evening.

Layla was great & made the evening so chill

Amazing place, best curry I have ever had! Really quick service. I ordered a chicken dish which came with either rice or naan breads. My husband had lamb- both dishes really tasty, succulent meat. Cost around 16/17 each Really nice setting. Will definitely come again when back in Leeds

Absolutely fantastic all round. Went with friends last Friday and we all thought it was brilliant. All the staff were great, very friendly and professional. The food was outstanding. Our new favourite place in Leeds. Well done to all the staff, chefs and management.

Food and service and atmosphere great. Service great. I recommend the thali with 2 extra curries. Also the Delhi chicken. And the railway lamb. Not as hot as they suggest on their menus - instead just right! So why the four stars. Because the cocktail drinks are expensive and yet you only get a measly amount compared to proper cocktail Places. Also the bang bang chicken is rubbish. Don’t order. It’s bland and boring. If u get a seat at the back of the venue you will be super cold because of the airconditioning which they can turn off. But they say at first they can’t. And please get rid of the service charge. We are not American. And if we want to pay a service charge let me decide. However the service lady was good in emphasising we didn’t have to pay it. Wish I had asked who the service charge goes to. If the serving staff then fine. But if the owner - then not on!!! You are meant to providing a frigging service if you want my custom. I shouldn’t have to pay you for being nice or efficient. That’s your duty.

Bustling restaurant in central Leeds. Food and service were excellent.

Lovely restaurant and fantastic food! The booth seats are a tight squeeze if you’re plus size so I’d ask for non booth so you can relax and enjoy the food and atmosphere.

Food is always a 10/10, drinks are top notch and the atmosphere of the place is fantastic. One of Leeds best spots by a mile.

One of the best Indian restaurants in Leeds, I don’t say this lightly as I’ve tried a fair few in the city. Tamatanga deserves the recognition for such amazing food and service - it consistently delivers. Today was our 4th time visiting and once again spot on. I recommend the Thai plates if you’re feeling hungry and you absolutely must try the cheese naans they are out of this world. Alongside the yummy food they also have a fantastic offers on cocktails 241 everyday til 7pm - my personal favourite has to be the ameretto colada! I’m sure we will be back again and again!

Great lunchtime offer. The service was great and the food was delicious. We would definitely recommend and we will return.

Went tonight with 13 others for a birthday meal and the service was shocking. Eyes rolling, seemed annoyed when they could match who ordered what. Had to ask for everything including napkins, salt and dips Really not what you expect when out for a special occasion

Absolutamente me encanta el curry aquí he estado un par de veces ahora y la comida es consistentemente bueno como lo es el servicio. Vino en una noche muy fría y era encantador y cálido cuando abrimos la puerta. Muy buen restaurante limpio no puede esperar para volver!

I went here to celebrate my graduation and had the best Indian food I have ever tasted! The quality of the food was exceptional and the service was amazing too (thank you Rebecca!). I would highly recommend the chops, biryani and curry bowls. I definitely will be going again!

Me encanta este lugar siempre visitar por algo de comida y 2 - 1 cóctel, pero no es el lugar que siento que debería tener un cargo por servicio y para ser honesto me pospondría en el futuro? ¿La Hiedra? Sí, pero no aquí. Lo siento, por favor, repensa esto para tus clientes leales.

As usual absolutely Great food but the waiter had an attitude

Amazing service delivered by “Aster” thankyou for making our day ❤️

Deliciosa comida y un ambiente encantador. Nuestra camarera Ellie era amable, atento y nos hizo grandes recomendaciones. En general recomiendo realmente

Got the Tama Feast and hands down the best lamb chops I’ve had and I’ve tried a lot, so thick and tender. The salmon and chicken were cooked to perfection, juicy and full of flavour, king prawn was also great. We got garlic naan which were the perfect size. I think the dhaal needed a little more salt, we also got some fresh lemon to squeeze on top. The tama fries are a MUST, the herbs and chillis seemed to be fried a little and were crispy which was amazing. Mocktails were delicious and such a good size for price. Friendly staff and lovely decor and atmosphere. Some fresh wipes would be handy at the end when eating this type of food but otherwise 5*

Highly reccomend this gaff. Not particularly cheap or expensive but for the quality of the food, great value. I don't think you'll get better, no matter what you pay. They do some mains as sides so we, five of us, had a good selection of those, starters and sides. Cocktails were all amazing - I say that as a real ale drinker who eschews such decadence. Mainly served by Jess who was fab, as were all staff though in fairness. Definitely going again. And again.

Tamatanga es sin rival como el principal lugar de reunión en Leeds para una espléndida cita. Los cócteles son exquisitos, la comida es deliciosa y, sobre todo, el servicio es nada menos que excepcional. El ambiente es cautivador, con iluminación atmosférica y música bien elegida que realza cada momento. En resumen, cada elemento es simplemente maravilloso. Un guiño especial a Rebecca, que nos atendió con tanta gracia y profesionalidad. Eres realmente excepcional, Rebecca – mantén el trabajo de primera, y todo lo mejor para el futuro. Había un código QR en mi recibo que no puedo escanear para el sorteo de la suerte, agradecería si puede agregar mi entrada.

This was my third trip to Tamatanga having visited the Birmingham and Nottingham restaurants previously and really enjoyed my experience. As a Leeds local, I was understandably happy that a branch had opened in my home town. I was however pretty disappointed by my experience at the Leeds restaurant. The food was good but the server didn’t explain to us that the food came when it was ready (I’d not ordered starters on either of my two visits so wasn’t aware). This made for a rather awkward interaction as some of the group were eating while others had no food which felt rude. If the server had explained this we’d have likely ordered some small plates to share (and spent more money while doing so!). The food was good and I enjoyed my curry and the Boti chicken was very tasty. The service was very poor though. When we expressed surprise that the main courses were coming at the same time as the starters the server barked at us in a very abrupt manner. I did feel for the staff as they seemed run off their feet but the service was below par. Finally, I’ve scored lower for atmosphere was the restaurant was extremely warm, uncomfortably so. I’d raved about Tamatanga to the group so I was left a little let down as it didn’t live up to my expectations based on my two previous visits.

Muy buena comida pero a la hora de la fiesta no nos mostraron la cuenta correctamente o mencionar el cargo por servicio 'opcional' por lo que terminó pagando eso encima. Es la segunda vez que pasa. ¡Si están agregando cargos de servicio 'opcionales', deberían señalarlo y dejarte ver la factura antes de apuntarte con la máquina de tarjetas!

Great experience, food was good and service was great.

Been three times now, first two visits we were pleasantly surprised, the Thali was plentiful and delicious in flavour but this time we came away disappointed, nothing had much taste, the naan was bland and doughy, I’m not sure we’d visit again

We booked as a big group for my birthday meal and the service was fabulous! The restaurant accommodated us so well, they were able to keep my birthday cake in the fridge before bringing it out and the food came out pretty quickly! Everyone enjoyed their meals as there’s so much variety there’s something for everyone! The staff were on hand to help us take any group photos as well 🤩👍 Thanks so much Tamatanga!!!

Beautiful restaurant, class decor ,lovely staff ,especially Rebecca ,food was so yummy ,fast service all the staff were so helpful ,best in town will be back again thank you

Good food spot with a wide selection of Indian street food. Ideal for a night out dinner or a casual catch up with friends. My only criticism is the added service charge. I much prefer to tip myself, which I did. The stand out was the chicken and would not recommend the fish as it's rather bland. Will be back to try more of the great choices.

Oh dear Oh dear Oh dear … rubbish just rubbish I had the thali in the picture that’s what is not eaten … my partner had the Delhi lamb both lamb dishes were tough the thali one particularly so in fact the thali was so bad I made an issue of it and was ignored so the first and last visit to this venue … we had popadums to start and they were very good in fact the only things that were along with the beer.

Great food and service, polite friendly staff. Just one tip for the restaurant, please make the naan breads a little bigger, we had to keep ordering portion of the nan because they were kiddy size.

The food and cocktails are great in here. The atmosphere fun and friendly but the best part is the banter from one of the waitresses called Sarah.

Lovely meal, lovely venue, food so tasty and fresh. Special shout out to Ellie who was an absolutely brilliant waitress and put a smile on our face with her lovely personality.

“I recently visited with party of over 15, and was blown away by the exceptional service and delicious food. From the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. A special mention to Sarah, who went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly for us. She was incredibly attentive to our needs and made sure we had everything we required, without being intrusive. The whole team made the experience seamless, and we couldn’t have asked for a better dining experience. Highly recommend Tamatanga for not only the fantastic food but also the outstanding customer service!”

Good food Everything definately on the spicy side Recommend the chaat bombs Paneer and the tamatanga chips super spicy Like the bustling atmosphere and location next to the light

Food is decent but doesn't taste very authentic. The time I visited it was quite busy so service was also quite slow. Somewhat overpriced for what you get

Below is a complaint that I raised directly with Tamatanga on 29th August. I have chased a response on 4 occasions including twitter and got no where therefore below is my complaint and hopefully someone will respond this time around. I’m sorry to have to give feedback however today’s visit was very disappointing. The food was as always excellent thank you. While eating we asked for some water this took a good 10-15 minutes to arrive when it arrived we had almost finished our food so was a little too late. We paid the bill and shared my Tama code to get my points however this has not added to my account. Finally after paying I checked the receipt at which point I noticed that we had not been given the lunch time deal. We questioned this and was asked oh has it not put on the discount? They gave the difference back in cash rather than back on the card. The service just wasn’t what we have come to expect which is incredibly disappointing. I’m sure that this is more of a one off rather than the new norm.

Absolutely incredible food, amazing service at a good price

Excellent theme. Tables are a little squashed but atmosphere is good. Menu is good. The thali’s are a good choice you get a varied selection and the food is really nice. Some of the flavours are not as big as some curry houses with curry’s on the bone etc. but they’re good flavours and the thali you could have one between two even though they’re little dishes there’s plenty. Service is great.

Well as always, I try to get and write a positive review of places that I feel I would love to return to. Unfortunately, I rang the restuarant to see if they could accomodate my colleagues dietry needs. Unfortunately the resoonse was rather lacking...in terms of their meat seletion, ALL is Hallal. So no catering to anyone who does eat meat, but wants it to be Non Hallal. When asked why this was the case, I was informed ' we have taken the decision to cook only withHallal Meat' - no indication as to why. Often the response is - well we do have veg option.That is not the answer!! Once again a resturant is catering for the Muslim community but NOTHING for the Non Muslim community, who do eat Meat but not necessarily Hallal. For some of the Christian English community, this may not maytter on the grounds of faith, but will matter on moral grounds around how meat is slaughtered. Sorry but if you feel that you want to be inclusive and cater for all, then alternatives need to be thought through. I went to the Kashmir / Akbars etc and I do not have any provlem with them serving Hallal - this is part of the cultural ambiance and faith basis.But a restutant owned and operated by a Siukh, should know better. Foof might be good - but for me it's a point of principle and I woul;d give it a mere 2/10.

Great food and great value, everything we had was really, really tasty. I had the garlic chilli chicken and boti chicken which was great.

An Indian restaurant, the food is very delicious, and the menu has a wide variety of Indian food. The place is spacious and beautiful, but please pay attention when paying. Check your orders and the account, because we refused to pay twice, and they convince us to amend and correct the account. The third time, the bill is correct, and they apologize. My comment: Be careful when paying.

Keira was very good in her customer service and was outstanding with her knowledge about the menus and understanding of the food and drinks

Food fab. The service from Keira was fantastic. Explained the menu perfectly. Great atmosphere.

Sarah our waitress was amazing!

Sarah our waitress was mint. Guided us through the menu. Was a pleasure to meet, made our night with her attention to detail to making our birthday visit special.

Fun and funky atmosphere, great food with a wide selection, and lots of lovely drinks including their own beers. Service was great, staff are friendly and overall reasonably priced. Been before and will come back again I'm sure!

Excellent family lunch on a weekday recently. Food tasted very well Service was similar. Location ideal for commuters, pedestrians and so on.. Cost was was within £ 40 for 3.- no alcohol. Rather enjoyed mango lassi

Great food okay on price nice staff

It was a beautiful experience The food is very delicious The employees are very helpful And cleanliness And respect Thank them I highly recommend it

Great food. Dubious hygiene and checks. Lipstick on glass. Not much concern from maitre Dee when pointed out. Had to have a bit of a convo before knocked off bill

Came here for my birthday and Lauren was amazing and so attentive!!

Delicious food and Lauren was lovely !

Bad food and misleading party time menu. Highly disappointed. Will never come and never recommend anyone

Lovely ambience and food so close to home. Staff are very friendly and warm!!! Special mention to Sarah. Very sweet and always ready to assist. Good luck to her and your entire team

The best Indian restaurant in Leeds

Brilliant Indian restaurant, really nice food and atmosphere. The decor is particularly well done, I've been three times now and would highly recommend

Tamatanga is an excellent venue for enjoying Indian cuisine with mild flavors. The Tamatanga thali is a standout on the menu, offering a variety of vegetarian sides and two curry bowls at a reasonable price. The Keralan lamb curry and cheese naan are not to be missed. The atmosphere is delightful, though the service could be quicker.

I loved this restaurant; the decoration and atmosphere were amazing, contributing to a fantastic dining experience. The service was excellent, with friendly staff who ensured everything arrived quickly. The butter chicken was exceptional, taking it to the next level, and the naan with cheese was incredibly tasty. The biryani was good, but I didn't particularly enjoy the chicken, as it was mostly made with thighs instead of breast meat.

Best Indian food in Leeds hands down!

Excellent choice and I always come back, delicious 👍🏻