Tawa Kitchen in Cambridge

First visit, service was a little slow at first but improved. Food was delicious but be warned: the korma is spicy! Couple of us got the korma thinking it would be mild and it wasn't! Asked for some yoghurt which we were given. I would advise asking what dishes are mild when ordering. However the food was tasty and we all enjoyed our meals. Good cocktails and mocktails as well. Would definitely eat there again.

The overall experience was good. Setting: 8/10 Would recommend to go with friends during lunch or dinner time. They have lunch menus with reasonable prices. Authenticity: 9/10 The variety of food choices including nuns gives an authentic vibe. Chiefs are mainly Indian. ✨Highlight: Other Options may depend on personal choices, but 🍟Masala Chips (10/10) is a to have as long as one does not hate potatoes. The spice into the well-fried yet not oily potatoes was a thumbs up. Mango Lassi (8.5/10): creamy texture with cardamom undertone, good to accompany the spice. Hyderabadi Lamb Keema (7.5/10): the wrap is a good one for lunch, with well mixed vegetables, but the lamb was a bit dry. Chicken Taka Tak (8/10): from the brief taste that it’s a typical chicken masala, and conventionally performed. Express Thali and Biryani were also ordered. Express Thali might be recommended to taste multiple types in one dish. “Choose from Kadai Paneer or Murgh Tikka Masala with Dal Makhani, Roti, Rice, Far far, Raita and Pickle served on a traditional thali” ✨Reminder: many options may contain quite a mount of spice. Scoring Standard: Cambridge

This was my third visit. I must say the food is below average in taste, quality and authenticity. Waiters lack training and good etiquette. Some of the food is worse than store bought meals. Hope they invest in better chefs and staff.

A lovely Indian restaurant very close to Cambridge railways Station. The food was tasty though the lunch menu was very limited.

Had a chance to do dinner at tawa kitchen with my guests. The atmosphere was good The food quanitity was so so so bad , like it was just not enough for a single person too . The taste was so bad . Idk who are they people who gave 5 star to this restaurant. Not recommended anyway .

Hidden gem right by the railway station. Not the typical conveyer belt Indian menu, inventive dishes served quickly and efficiently, slightly higher prices fully justified by the quality and flavour. The "Indian Scotch egg" starter is a revelation!

Absolutely delicious! Legit Indian food, not the usual stuff. Great ambience & service too

I visit Tawa kitchen frequently for few reasons. It never disappoints, food altough Indian has a bit of fusion approach and Kale chat is delicious. Service is fast, people dedicated and friendly. I can strongly recommend it.

Poppadoms did not come with only salad and only very small pots of mango sauce and another yellow sauce, did ask for onion and was brought a good amount of red onion plus also mango sauce. Had the slow cooked lamb in gravy rice and naan the food was tasty but expensive for what it was.

- Taste 9/10 I got Chicken Masala and butter nan and both are good; Authenticity 8.5/10 by my Indian friend; Service 6/10 A little slow and hard to call but staffs are nice, we didnt get water until we asked for it (5 mins after food came); Cleanness 10/10; Portion with the price 6/10 it is pricey with the small portion, My friend suggests that it would be good place to bring a date as it kinda pricey and dont have to eat a lot; Vibe 7.5/10 Good vibe in general but not giving India vibe, Signal is very low to none here but there is free wifi that you can ask.

The worst food I have had. How can they manage to screw up daal and make biryani sweet? With the prices they are charging, the quality and flavor is not there.

First visit came with a friend. Food confirmed the mixed reviews online, we both agreed 7 out of 10 max. Highlight was the bhaji starter for flavour although this came warm not hot. My friend liked his veg kofta dish but for me the mains were all too bland, especially the Paneer Korai which I sent back as it was warm on arrival, not hot, and tasted as if the Paneer and vegetables had been warmed up in a sauce. The disappointing thing for me is that I know the food could be so much better. Too much is obviously prepared well in advance to cater for a volume of customers. My perception is that there are too many front of house staff and insufficient chefs cooking to order. Must try harder.

This was our second visit to Cambridge and Tava Kitchen, and once again, it did not disappoint! Our first experience left a lasting impression, so we were eager to return. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed, and as we had booked ahead, they promptly asked for our name and seated us right away. The service was excellent, with the waitresses being attentive and friendly throughout our meal, making the entire dining experience pleasant. The food was served in good time, and we went for the Tikka Masala, which we requested to be spicy – and it was spot on! The curry had exceptional depth of flavor, hitting all the right notes and really awakening the taste buds. The rotis were a perfect complement – light, fluffy, and served warm. We prefer them over naan as they are less filling but equally delicious. Overall, the atmosphere was cozy, and the dining experience was consistently good. Tava Kitchen is definitely a place we will return to when visiting Cambridge again! Highly recommended.

Quick visit and were in a rush but amazing food and service and enjoyed the lunch, attentive staff with a smile and food was yummy.

Utterly delicious and delightful Onam festival feast. 22 things to try on a banana leaf and each one full of distinct flavour! We thoroughly enjoyed. Lovely staff.

The restaurant is rather cramped and feels like you are sitting on top of each other. The food is fine. Nothing special at all but fills a hole. The toilet situation is terrible. 1 working toilet and people going on the street because it’s so busy. I wouldn’t rush back but if I was desperate for a curry it’s and didn’t want to use the toilet, it’s fine.

We enjoyed our dinner in Tawa Kitchen. We had Chicken Biryani, Chicken Korma, Dhal Makhani and Mango Lassi. The Chicken Biryani is my new favorite. It was flavourful and spicy and reminded me of the Biryanis I had back in Dubai. The portion was just right. I was initially hesitant to order as I thought it would be too much but it was just right. My partner ordered the Korma. It was very flavourful but I preferred the Biryani. The Dhal Makhani was a bit bitter. Not sure if that was intentional! I tried Dhal Makhani only one other time before and it was not as bitter. I really enjoyed it. This one I did not enjoy as much though. It was too bitter for me but it may depend on personal preference. Overall, a good experience and definitely a must-try!

better places in town..we have been here on a few occasions,this time was not good. sunday evening,service was very slow,couple next to us who arrived 15 minutes after us got served first,turned out they were regulars.no atmosphere.food has definatly gone down in quality.restaurant did not shut until 10pm..they started hoovering and cleaning at 9pm,absalute joke,while your still eating.unfortunatly will not be going back

I had my hopes up coming to this place after receiving personal recommendations and also after reading the reviews, however got a little disappointed with the dishes we ordered, one starter and two mains, nothing seemed to be hitting the spot and some starters have the same sauce and base as mains so thank you for the waitress for pointing it out :) lifesaver ! We got chicken starter , lamb main which the meat wasn’t too bad at all, properly cooked just seemed to be overloaded with spices and I mean , all I could taste was a strong garam masala in every single bite I had. Topped up with rather mild creamy paneer dish since we really wanted to LIKE that place , literally. I must mention one of the BEST NAANS I ever tasted ❣️ Amazing and super friendly service regardless and great tips on the menu 🤞

Today i had a dinner in Tawa kitchen , the food was Good but the service was worst ! We had to ask to clear the table ..we were getting ignored to take orders so at last we decided not to have desserts!

We had a delicious indian two-course meal at Tawa’s. Food was very tasty, service was excellent! Very friendly waitresses and waiters, quick to respond to questions and requests. They also seemed to work well together, always with a smile! Although we weren’t going to order a desert (2courses was sufficient for us), our waiter (Samson) let us have a complementary taste of typical Indian desert!

Was a bit of a letdown. We went in without a reservation and were promptly given a seat and a high chair. The service was nice and quick even though the place was very busy. The ambience was quite nice. We ordered chicken biryani, tariwala gosht, Malabar paratha and masala chai. The paratha and the gravy were excellent, but the lamb pieces in the gravy didn't feel great. The chicken biryani was also quite average. The tea was the worst, the spices were too much and too wrong, felt like an Ayurvedic concoction. Overall, not too bad a place if you order the right dishes. But there are better Indian eat-in and takeaway restaurants in Cambridge at a better price point.

Great place to have Indian dishes in Cambridge

Very yummy Indian food 😋i love to visit this restaurant

I recently had lunch at Tawa Kitchen in Cambridge, and it was fantastic! The flavours were vibrant and the customer service was outstanding—attentive and friendly. We had Chicken Biriyani, Express Thaali, some Samosas, and, of course, mango lassi! Each dish was beautifully prepared and presented. Our lunch was so impressive that we can’t wait to come back for dinner. Highly recommended!

Although the atmosphere and service were good, food did not make me wanting more. The taste for me felt bit too westernized

Food was delicious . Staff is friendly . Veg options are good

One of my favourite indian restaurants in the city, with pretty authentic dishes. It's not the cheapest place, also not very expensive - but you definitely get the quality that you pay for. A lot of great meat and vegetarian options. Would highly recommend booking in advance, especially towards the end of the week/weekends. There is no parking at the restaurant but parking is available on the roads nearby (Tenison road, Devonshire road). This is paid parking between 9 and 5pm but free outside of these times.

Atmosphere is nice , ambience is good Food is bland. Dishes were cold when arrived. Naan is not authentic from tandoor. ITS JUST a naan bread we get it from tesco. Mysore lamb dish was nice .. taste good. Chicken tikka masala not upto the mark.. bland..

Expensive if you go all out but the lunch time meal deal is packed with flavour and a great deal. Full menu is equally nice if you have the budget, with a good selection of tea and other beverages Staff work hard and want people to enjoy there time here. Ideal location close to the station

Awesome authentic food recommended by my Indian friends! The Thali lunch deal is very good, especially if you ask for extra spicy and chilies. On my last visit, we tried 3 main dishes, all very delicious. The lamb curry is my favorite among the three. Too bad it’s not on the lunch menu. Naans are more like flatbread than pita bread. Parathas are just great. The sapphire Earl Grey tea is something special and a nice upgrade of the regular English earl grey. I’d also recommend the mango lassi for a layered milkshake-like but much more fun taste.

Lovely dinner, very good Indian cusine and friendly and attentive service. Fair quality- price ratio. Nice interior. The place looks like it's very well managed. Menu is well marked and it was easy to spot gluten-free options. We would recommend this place and we plan to come back again.

Recommended by a friend and totally worth trying! Good portions, great care, amazing taste.

This is a fantastic, unusual and very welcoming little restaurant. My husband and I ended up here by chance after spending a day at the Airshow. What an incredible find this restaurant was. The food was delicious- fresh, tasty and very different to any Indian restaurant that I have been to before. We had a lamb dish that was out of this world unfortunately I can’t remember the name of the dish. The owner is a very lovely lady who was happy to describe how she produced the amazing flavour (coal smoked in a brazier no less). The decor was great- fresh, modern and very clean. Food service was quick but clearly cooked to order. It was just so nice - I can’t express how good it was. Everything about this place just rocks!

It's a lovely place - great menu, very friendly - not cheap, and the food for me lacked a salty rich taste - but I note it is a healthy spin on Indian food so my taste buds may need to adjust! Overall a lovely experience. Enjoyed the Mocktail!

Food was good. Nice place to go with family.

i didnt like the curry it was too sweet didnt taste of much else definitely wouldnt go back

Glad we booked (7.30 Saturday evening) as they were turning people away who hadn't. Shared a starter, had two mains, rice and Naan and didn't have room for dessert even though those on the table next to us looked vey tempting. Everything we had was delicious and the staff were great, We would definitely go back but hopefully they might do something with the heavy entrance door which reverberated very loudly every time it shut.

We really enjoyed the food a Tawa Kitchen, especially as there were some dishes that you don’t tend to see in your average Indian restaurant. There was also a good selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails, again, each with a nice twist to offer something a little different from what you might have had before. I see that some other reviewers found the portion sizes too small: I cannot agree with this at all. We had ordered a started each, but ended up sharing. My starter (Chana) alone could easily have been shared by 4 people, it would also have made a very satisfying main dish for one person. When it came to the main course, I only managed a few spoonfuls of my fish curry and vegetable rice and then asked for the rest to be packaged up as a takeaway. We were too full to even consider dessert, but had a look at the dessert menu and found that there were some nice options. Even though I have been to many Indian restaurants before, I have never had/seen some of the dishes before. My favourites were the crispy fried okra snacks, the Chana, and the way they made their Parathas. (I’ve had parathas before, but these were slightly different, I think they were hand made to order on site, rather than just heated up.) Their signature dish is the way they serve their Biryani: it comes in a stoneware pot with a bread dome that’s baked on top of it like a lid - if nothing else, it looks quite spectacular and is a joy to eat. From what my friend said, it was also absolutely delicious (I was too full to try some.) But here is what I personally valued the most about Tawa Kitchen: As a woman, I often avoid Indian restaurants and tend to dread it when I have to go to one (because someone in our group has decided to go) as I really don’t like the condescending and often misogynistic attitudes of the male staff that I have regularly encountered in Indian restaurants in the UK. Tawa Kitchen was an absolute delight and a very, very pleasant surprise. First of all, we were greeted by a female server: I have never encountered a woman working in an Indian restaurant in this country before, and this alone was a great relief and made me feel a lot more relaxed. What’s even more, all of the male staff there were also extremely friendly, polite, and welcoming. I felt very safe and relaxed the entire time and would even consider returning on my own, or with a group of just women. Thank you Tawa Kitchen for being so friendly and welcoming and most of all, respectful towards female customers!

A lovely atmosphere with nice decor and friendly staff. The masla chips are a must to try. Avoid the mushrooms spinach curry, it was not worth it. The coconut petis was awesome. The starter portions were very small considering the high price. Drinks were lovely, have a try of the mango lassi.

Discovered this excellent restaurant three years ago on first visit to Cambridge and returned this visit. Still delicious food including a few South Indian dishes. Friendly welcoming staff - necessary to book if possible. Very close to Railway Staion.

Excellent meal with good service at a reasonable price for the quality of food on offer. I have also been to Tawa Lounge in Histon and can highly recommend eating there as well.

We had a lovely dinner on Sunday night and would recommend this restaurant - a must. We will be dining there again next time we are in Cambridge.

An Indian restaurant close to the main station, serving really good food (approved by my Indian colleagues :-). The restaurant inside is a bit chaotic and sometimes the service is negative affected. A bit overpriced This review has been written after few visits: as usual it is based on food quality, staff attitude, atmosphere and local-standard value for money. Over the last twenty years I have been travelling for business (and not) reason and I have discovered a lot about the world of catering.

We ate here on Sun 21 April. It was one of quite a few visits to this restaurant. We had booked a table a little while before as we know this place is usually quite busy. We were given a warm welcome by the staff and shown to a little table off to the side. The young lady attending to us was very friendly and helpful. My wife has a gluten, dairy and egg free diet but this is not an issue here, as there are several dishes to choose from. We had two starters to share, and two mains with a range of side dishes. Our food was nicely presented and everything was very tasty, colourful, fresh, spicy and delicious. The ambience here is quite modern and has been given a trendy look. It could be overlooked because of its location quite hidden behind the new buildings on the way to or from the train station, but once you find it, you will want to eat here often! We enjoyed our evening here and definitely recommend to others.

Most of the vegetarian items are frozen. Tried dal makhani and naan, the taste was way below average. Staff were nice and friendly. The restaurant ambience was very noisy and crowded.

this restaurant was on my list for a long time for indian but tried it finally yesterday, i had in starters kachori chaat and coconut patis which were really good, but little disappointed with mains , bread naan expected to be authentic one but it was kulcha based.Otherwise taste is good. Must try lassi

The flavours were authentic and the dishes were not too spicy. The staff were cordial and attentive and the overall experience was very pleasant. I would surely visit again!

Food was authentic and delicious, however portions are on the smaller side. We had to order the same dish couple times as it wasn’t enough. Portions are for 1 person only and not for sharing with a second person. Overall good service and location. Easily accessible.

The menu is varied and has plenty of vegetarian options The food was delicious, particularly the Daal Makhani The cocktails were also of high quality I’ve dropped a star because there were a few things that were not perfect Firstly the paneer chilli nuggets were so bland. I don’t know how it can be described as chilli. It was an expensive starter so we expected a lot more The food came extremely quickly which meant there was zero time between starters and main which isn’t ideal There was a very loud group of teenagers behind us so we had move table as we couldn’t hear ourselves think The staff were helpful with this

Lovely food, good service. Very busy which is a testament to how nice the food is. We had a selection of starters to share- the aubergine and onion bahjees were fantastic. The korma and mysore lamb were both very tasty main dishes. Large portions, especially the masala chips. Good choice of drinks and delicious mocktails.

The venue is nice, great staff and service good. Felt a little rushed at time with the push to take the orders for the starters, mains, and deserts. The lamb chops and chilli chickens starters highly recommend. The talapia fish mains with the malabar paratha must have. It's was nice and spicy with the fish perfect. The desert I had was the red carrot halva with kulfi was not good as it looked and I thought it would be. The kulfi was yum the halva not my thing. Pistachio cake was great as it looked. Rich and tasty. Very recommend. The rum Chai cocktail was a delight. You can easily have several of those. The Indian Chai was surprisingly nice. Overall a good place for a meal.

Excellent Indian with a different style of dishes. Service is really good.

I have used Tawa Kitchen a few times with my family & office friends. The food & atmosphere are great. Tawa food has never disappointed us. Some of the notable food items which we liked are Mysore Lamb, Chicken Chettinad, Nellore Fish Curry, Dal Makhani. And if you are not sure just ask their staff. Tawa staff are very friendly and caring. Hope you have a great time at Tawa Kitchen!

I placed an order for five distinct items for dinner. One of the worst tasting things I've ever had is the biryani, which is actually just tomato rice 😂 The other items I got, however, were excellent. Lamb curry, coriander Nan, chilli chicken, and onion Bhajji & couple of desserts.

I’ve eaten Tawa’s food both in-house and at home, and it’s always good. I’m docking them two stars, though, for the pitiful portion of rice that arrived - this third of a box of boiled rice (pictured) cost £3.60. Come on, Tawa - rice is not expensive. You can do better.

Fantastic restaurant with excellent service. Home made parathas were outstanding !

I visited after hearing about the place from a friend, there were barely any customers, we are the first, had ordered paneer thali and a chicken wrap , the portion for the thali was not proportionate, half roti and a tiny bowl of rice , we had to order more roti and rice so we don't waste the Dal and paneer. MANGO LASSI was a disappointment as we can not taste mango due to the overpowering of cardamom and mint leaf garnish. Might visit for dinner to see if anyone different. Taste - not Authentic Price - average Service - could be better as they charge 12.5% service

A very popular Indian restaurant, conveniently located near the Cambridge station. Food was all very good - made with excellent quality ingredients, very well presented and tastes heavenly. A lot of choice too. I would recommend booking ahead - Tawa is in big demand!

Another great lunch at The Tawa, always the same consistently good flavours and tastes. Each time we have been, the restaurant has been full, so a booking is advisable. Lunchtime menu is excellent value, and they do not skimp on the portions. Our favourite is the Biriyani ,which is amazing. Located close to Cambridge Rail station. Friendly and efficient staff.

I decided to pop in as a last minute decision as I'd not been here before. The staff were very accommodating considering it was Saturday evening and I was quickly found a table. I opted for the onion and aubergine bhaji and Persian pomegranate chole, along with the mango lassi which was the perfect accompliment to my meal. Service was quick and the food was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend this place if you are passing. I will definitely be back soon and bringing my partner so he can also experience this fine food.10/10

Great restaurant, more contemporary street food cuisine than classic and it was a really nice change. The food is exceptionally tasty (I had the keema scotch egg to start and lamb curry main), the service is great and the moderately priced. Would certainly return if in Cambridge again.

Staff were miserable and slow. My order was changed and I was not told. Soggy rice with chicken I could have cooked as badly at home. Difficult to get water. Will not go back mainly due to rude staff’

Almost hidden around the back of a large building on Station Road, Tawa have the advantage of being away from busy traffic, yet close to the main Cambridge station. I booked a table for two there on the recommendation of a friend - who really knows his food! - and thoroughly agree with him: this place is producing excellent cuisine. Given the mild evening, we initially sat outside for drinks, nibbles and starters, before heading inside for the main course. There are plenty of dishes on the menu you will recognise, some with a 'twist, and quite a few that are different to the norm but sound delicious! It's worth noting that vegans, vegetarians and meat-eaters are well catered for. Possibly my favourite from tonight is their Indian variation of a Scotch Egg: superb! Pricing is good and service attentive but not overbearing. Definitely recommended.

We went to Tawa Kitchen for my birthday dinner. We wanted to enjoy some nice Indian food and based on reviews and ratings we decided to try at this place. We made the right choice the food was delicious. The palce was very busy as expected for a 4.9 rating resturant on a Friday evening. The service of the stuff was really appreciable. Although it was very busy everyone was considerate enough to attend the tables and very quick to serve. We were served by Swati. She is friendly and very humble. She also suggested us the signature dish of Tawa Kitchen. The chicken biriyani was awesome. Overall we had a wonderful experience at Tawa Kitchen and will definitely visit again when we visit Cambridge the next time. I wish Swati and everyone at Tawa Kitchen a great success.

We ate at Tawa Indian Restaurant in Cambridge, and I must say it was a delightful experience from start to finish. Located conveniently near the rail station in a modern building away from the road. The service at Tawa is great, with attentive staff providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Our party of four felt well taken care of throughout the evening. The staff's willingness to offer recommendations was useful for one of our party who wanted flavour but not too much spice. Tawa boasts an good selection of Indian dishes that go beyond the ordinary. They have about 50/50 vegetarian and meat choices with traditional flavours and innovative twists, catering to a variety of tastes. From the appetisers to the main courses, each dish was nicely presented. Our bill came to a reasonable £120 for four people, including starters, mains, drinks, and service. Considering the quality of the food, the pleasant ambiance, and the excellent service, I found it to be a fair value and a memorable meal. If there is one comment it is that the table sizes are a bit cramped and so we had to juggle the space a bit. Also the restaurant has a modern, industrial feel which is is fine, but is more suited to a quick meal that a place to relax for the whole evening. Overall, Tawa Indian Restaurant in Cambridge is a gem for those seeking delicious Indian cuisine. Its proximity to the rail station, combined with top-notch service and an exciting menu, makes it a good choice for a meal with friends or family.

Lovely and attentive staff. Great food altho the salmon starter was overcooked for my wife's taste. The 'scotch egg' could be spicier and the mains were gorgeous! The pastry topped biriani was a bit of a surprise and enjoyed. (My garlic Coriander nan seemed undercooked). V nice purple carrot halva! Full on a Thursday evening and pretty noisy. A good evening for 7 bods well worth repeating! Highly recommended!

Probably my favourite restaurant in cambridge, and definitely the best indian

Discovered a gem of an urban-style Indian restaurant in Cambridge. Arrived at opening time (5 PM) to a full house, but luckily snagged a table available for 1.5 hours. The biryani here is a game-changer, especially with its unique bread-wrapped rice presentation. Perfectly spiced, not too salty or oily, it's a delight for anyone into healthy yet flavorful food. A must-try for Indian cuisine lovers!

Food was stunning, truly. The service first class. Highly recommend

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Lovely diwali meal here. Great food. Good service. Will definitely be back. Only minor issue is its a bit loud in there.

Delicious food, brilliant service and great atmosphere. Slightly on the noisy side but I think it adds to it.

Food looked and tasted absolutely delicious 😋 wonderful service and good ambience. Will Definitely come again thank you so much

Can't fault anything about this restaurant will definitely return

Had a lovely dining experience at Tawa Kitchen. The Chettinad chicken paired with paratha was warm and scrumptious. Their portions are generous without being overwhelming, ensuring you enjoy your meal without feeling uncomfortably full. Still, I can easily split one portion into two or three potions for myself. It's evident they prioritize quality over sheer quantity. The Gajar Ka Halwa dessert was an absolute delight – I'd return just for that! A shoutout to our server, Samson, who was kind and attentive throughout. Highly recommend this place for a delectable meal and excellent service.

Took an hour to get food. Food was dry and not cooked well .It was a busy night I get it, but worst service I have ever experienced. Go ANYWHERE else

This spot is great for casual and cozy dinner. This is my second time here with my friends and had a great experience in-terms of food and service. This time I tried lamb chops as a starter and had cochin prawn & chicken biryani in mains which are beyond words and became my favourite dishes. Apart from these, restaurant ambiance and friendly service from both the owner and staffs made the evening outstanding. So happy to come back. And will be back again so soon and definitely will recommend. Thank you Tawa Kitchen & Team.

The food tastes nowhere close to authentic Indian. The parantha taste as if they were from the frozen pack from super market. Prawn curry was too sweet and had a gravy more like daal. Lamb chops underneath the masala were tasteless. Very noisy place if you are planning to dine in. Overall a bad experience.

Really great evening. We both enjoyed our food.

The food was okay. Nice to see an Indian restaurant with a live kitchen. Beware that a service charge of 12.5% is automatically added to the bill.

Fabulous indian food. Very busy but did not feel too crowded. Everyone on the waiting staff was helpful and informative about the food.

Close to authentic Indian cuisine and great atmosphere

After looking at reviews and website , you get an impression of excellent authentic Indian food, however this was NOT the case when we visited to celebrate birthday. All of the food tasted like warmed up from frozen and or supermarket. To taste this quality of food , you wouldn't want to spend money in this restaurant. They need to do much better job for the price they charge and what they say on website.

We ordered the food (multiple vegetarian main courses) only to find that they were warmed up from Frozen and not freshly made including Naans (seemed like supermarket ones). Would not recommend if you are looking for good / authentic Indian food , food well below expectations and definately not worth the price.

Wow - never have I had such beautifully prepared curries. We have travelled in Nepal, India and other countries experiencing their cuisine. This was stunning. Every dish was so beautifully presented. So so very tasty. We had been recommended by a guy in one of the local shops - he was so right! I can’t think of a meal that just kept being so incredible. Not just that though - we had travelled with our 8 month border terrier puppy who they allowed into the restaurant. He just slept by our feet the whole time. Vilas and her team were wonderful throughout the evening and we immediately booked to go back on our last night.

For the price, the food - the naan and curries taste like they are from the meals from a supermarket. The parathas tasted like they are from frozen. Not fresh at all. The raita tastes like hummous. Kale chaat also tastes like canned chickpeas, no flavour at all. The portion sizes are a joke! The atmosphere is nice, that's about it. I would not recommend.

every time we visit this place is perfect. even though it is busy the service is prompt and friendly. the food is delicious, in fact it makes it difficult to try new things when it would be so easy just to have your favourite every time.

When we are inside the restaurant they didn’t provide Water to us it was very bad experience With Tawa kitchen

The food portions are small and they are not very generous with the amount of meat in the curries. The curries taste fine but are nothing to write home about. The restaurant is fashionable and has quite a nice ambience if you are not sat by the door or cash register.

Delicious food ! Quite close to authentic cuisine, and understanding customized to a bit to suit local tastes

authentic Indian food located conveniently close to the station. The choice and quality of food is great

Less quantity, taste not worth the huge money we pay. Very bad experience.

Food was lovely and perfect portion size for me ! Very tasty and great flavor ! Would definitely return next time I come to Cambridge. Staff were all so lovely 😊

After trying to get a reservation for ages we finally managed & Tawa kitchen did not disappoint. The staff were lovely & very attentive & the meal was fantastic. We had the okra nibbles with onion & aubergine bhaji and tandoori lamb chops to start, followed by the pomegranate chickpea chole, chicken tikka masala and the chicken chettinad. Couldn’t fault a thing, the meal was delicious & we will definitely be back!

Food is fantastic undoubtedly. The reason for a four rather than five star review is the noise level indoors when it gets busy. I have been to busier restaurants but here somehow the sound just reverberates and leaves you with a migraine. It’s because everything is glass and metal (including chairs and tables) and the sound just bounces off rather than gets absorbed. So I highly recommend the food on either a take away/delivery or in the restaurant in quieter times. In busier times, the noise really takes away from the experience which is unfortunate as the food is lovely.

It was our first visit to Tawa and friends had recommended it. We arrived on time for our table but the previous diners were still there - I suspect the restaurant tries to offer too many sittings. We were seated ten minutes late - and then waited another twenty minutes for someone to take our order. When the food arrived, something peculiar happened. We were sitting at a table next to a wooden room divider near the kitchen, and instead of coming round to our table to deliver the plates, everything was handed to us, one by one, through this room divider! It was comical, but also annoying because, as the person sitting nearest and therefore being handed the hot dishes one by one, I nearly burned my hand. This happened for all courses, so it wasn't just a one-off. Most peculiar. Thankfully the dishes were cleared in the conventional way... The food was very tasty, but the portions were small. My husband's lamb dish had only two pieces of lamb in it, and the bowls of rice - for £3.50 each - were not large enough for one person. And when the bill came, a service charge of 12.5% had been added. I appreciate that this is discretionary, but when did the normal rate for a table of four rise from 10% to 12.5%? Perhaps it was a surcharge for the unusual through-the-divider method of delivery. So not quite what we had expected, and I doubt we will return.

Great spot for a casual day/night meal out. The surroundings are excellent and peaceful. The place and its decoration are kind and pleasant and warm. The staff is very attentive and helpful. The food is very tasteful and fresh. Be prepared for a very good experience without much flash. All runs smooth and in time. Waiting times for the food are minimal. Loved it and highly recommend the place.

the worst indian food spot :/ im sorry but the portions??? literally tiny portions and the food doesn't even taste great? just burnt food lol, wouldn't recommend this place at all does not even taste like indian food

Really good food! Nice varied menu. We went on a Saturday night so it was quite busy, but still a great atmosphere.