Tribe in Oxford

Such a beautiful restaurant. We loved the food, and the service was amazing-Rohit was so lovely. 10/10 recommend.

My wife and I came up from London for a short trip and tried a few local restaurants. By quite a long way, Tribe was the best experience we had, both the food and the service were exemplary, would highly recommend. First place on our list when we next visit!

Excellent food and Excellent service.

I was here on Sept 15, 2024. The food was simply excellent, and tiny 'amuse bouche' surprises came between courses. Loved it.

This restaurant actually makes the effort to cook good traditional Indian food not the generic curry made in almost all other Indian restaurants in the u.k. So you might have to wait a bit longer but the food is great here. Recommended the chicken lollipop. I will probably go back here to try other dishes to make sure my review is accurate. The thali was nice but a little bit on the pricey side I would say.

The food was really delicious. Staff were very nice and welcoming.

Great food but took two hours to receive our mains. Speed up!

Lovely food! Tasted brilliant. HOWEVER, by the time our mains had arrived after waiting a whole 1 hour and 58 minutes, which was quite excessive, tummies were truly rumbling. The array of complementary “pre-starters”, to pass the time as we waited, at first seemed rather pleasant. However, we soon saw through this charade, noticing at complimentary tidbit number 4 that the number of extra plates seemed to coincide with the duration of time spent waiting for mains to appear. As the famous Harry Truman once said, “if you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen”. Simply improving wait times would however suffice. Of course this is not aimed at the chef, whose food was tasteful, but providing them more support may help. Once again, taste is great.

Went this evening and food was superb!! Amazing flavour and we could tell it was quality ingredients. Service was friendly and excellent and we were brought so many little appetizers and extras throughout the meal. It wasn't expensive. We would absolutely go again if we come back to Oxford. An awesome little gem of a restaurant.

One of the best Indian restaurants in Oxford! Would surely suggest the chicken lollipops!!

we booked Tribe for a group dinner of 43 people. They booked the entire space for us. Their entire team came together to ensure the best experience in terms of their food, taste, service, and variety of food. For the whole two hours, we did not feel like we were in Oxford. Their ambience was cozy and welcoming. The owner Rohit and his team were fabulous throughout. If you are in Oxford, TRIBE is a must try. :)

I love tribe! The interiors are great with Worli paintings all over the walls. The food tastes fantastic, and has a good mix of punjabi, maharashtrian + South Indian options. Price is fairly reasonable. Definitely my favourite Indian restaurant in Oxford

So delicious and cozy vibes. 10/10 recommend.

I had an incredible dining experience at Tribe in Oxford! This Indian restaurant truly stands out with its vibrant atmosphere and beautifully themed decor that transports you straight to India. The menu is extensive, featuring a delightful array of traditional Indian dishes. I tried the Butter Chicken and it was absolutely delicious—rich, creamy, and packed with flavor! The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed while also providing great recommendations. Their selection of authentic Indian beverages was impressive, making it a great spot for a full experience. If you're looking for fantastic Indian food in Oxford, I highly recommend Tribe. I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu!

Thank you Tribe for hosting our group. Authentic Indian food and great hospitality!

Everything was good: the food, the dim lights, the courtesy of Blair and the suggestions of Isheeta. My compliments.

Exceptional for Comfort for being treated exceptionally beautiful For creative delicious delicious menu Also we had sort of a free drink And sorbet after. Too full for pud but we will return for sure Lively staff and venue beautiful. Please book And enjoy x. Costs amazing too 🩷🌼

Loud music, felt a draught during meal so had to keep coat on. Took 30 mins for beer to arrive and it wasn’t chilled, 40 mins for starter (a samosa) to arrive, 1 hour for main to arrive. Food was good when it came but this was too long to wait for a table of 2.

We really enjoyed our visit here. Wonderful flavourful food with fantastic service. One of the best Indian restaurants we’ve been to. The staff were vey attentive and friendly. We really enjoyed the extra little extras between each course. Can’t wait to return.

You must improve your service,we felt that your staff didn't have any experience ,although very polite but walked past our table many times without removing our empty plates We had to stop and hand it to them. Food was good but a better bread choice is needed.

"I had a fantastic walk-in dinner experience at Tribe! The ambiance was cozy and beautifully decorated, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The food was delicious, with authentic flavors and generous portions. The staff were friendly and attentive, making the dining experience memorable. Highly recommend!"

"Had a great dinner at Tribe , The place looks beautiful and feels cozy. The food was tasty with lots of good options, and the staff were friendly and helpful. It was a lovely experience overall. Would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice meal!"

The service here was ridiculously slow. We waited forever for our food, and when it finally came, it wasn’t even good. Really had high hopes

Not your standard curry choices but soo worth trying. The curries are very tasty and the layered flatbread bread is delicious. Service was slow on the night we visited but Isheta did a great job to cover for the missing people. The ambiance is lovely inside with the wall paintings and fairy lights.

Lovely evening for our daughter’s birthday. The menu was simple, which is a good sign, and the food was also excellent. The team went the extra mile to look after us when I happened to mention it was my daughter’s birthday. Overall a lovely experience.

The food took forever to reach our table. The lady host with specs was very rude. Was not ready to understand our concern. It’s not always the money, it’s the behaviour that matters. I hope you improve your service manners.

Amazing food and absolutely lovely service! Great atmosphere and good prices. We had a great evening here and will be coming back.

This is a lovely, cozy restaurant with fantastic food. The friendly staff brought out several surprise complimentary courses - soups, deserts, and appetizers. Nice small menu with delicious dishes, genuinely unique flavors. Will be returning.

Absolutely amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tribe is my new favourite place to eat in Oxford, the food was delicious, the waiting staff are very attentive and polite. As other reviews have said, probably not the place to eat if you are in a hurry however, presumably this because the dishes are all cooked to order and why they taste so good. I cannot wait for an opportunity to go back.

The food was top notch. Delicious. Staff were so nice and accommodated us even though we were late arrivals and treated us above and beyond.

Best curry, staff, atmosphere in Oxford!! I am vegan and a curry lover so I feel I have pretty high standards. Visit here.

Delicious food but def not a 4.8. Main reasons are: you have to wait 2 hrs for your food. And they need to do something about the cleanliness, everything is sticky, the floor, menus, tables, toilets.

Each individual diner agreed that this was the best Indian food we’d ever had… really really good. Such lovely service as well!

Wow. I’ve eaten at many Indian restaurants as I’m sure a lot of us brits have and this really blew me away. Completely different experience to what the norm is. The service was fantastic , an owner that is clearly passionate about giving his customers the best, being very informative about the menu and accommodating to our needs. The food was 10/10 and I’m not just saying that! As a chef I am hard to please I don’t usually get this excited or happy about eating out because most places are bog standard! The food here was so flavourful, fresh and cared for. You can can tell the chef is passionate and proud of what he puts out. The menu was a lot smaller than most places which is great , making you try something different and be pleasantly surprised. Please please try tribe if you’re ever in Oxford, I won’t say too much, I want everyone to be as happy and blown away as I was ! We will definitely be returning!!!!!

Took kids there as last treat before term starts Excellent service and lovely touches like a little juice and a potato ball to start, some soup after starters and sorbet at the end Mango lassi was sublime. Starters very good,spicy cheese was ridiculous,as were all starters. Big fan of popcorn chicken Mains were good, favourite sag aloo and the paratta although all were excellent. All in all,lovely service,chilled atmosphere and great food No issues with any wait times

The atmosphere was welcoming. Great service, wonderful food!

Beautifull place, nice people, delicious food, what more do we need in life! Thank you so much

Lovely place for an Indian meal. The menu is limited but we'll designed to cater to most. Loved the little complimentary nick nacks adds to your overall experience.

FINALLY A GOOD CURRY IN OXFORD I’ve always struggled to find consistently good Indian food in Oxford. Tribe was a restaurant I hadn’t really registered existed until someone recommended it to me, and I was not disappointed. The food was brilliant, we shared the chicken achari and the lamb chettinad, both of which were full of flavour. It was a busy evening and the food took a while to come out, but we were given a couple of amuse-bouches to keep us from hunger. Really good, I’ll be back very soon!

Small, somewhat busy business. The staff is still learning a bit, I wiped the table myself, then they brought the cutlery twice, but they are trying. The food is a bit different from the classic Indian cuisine, but it's certainly interesting to explore slightly different directions, in this case I mean the origin of South India. The prices are reasonable, so if you don't mind a little cramped spaces and a higher noise level, it's definitely a nice experience.

The food is very amazing, owner is too good and understand the taste of customer. I would love to go next time. Moreover, I will never say "No" to Tribe's food.

The best curry I have had on Cowley Road. Absolutely delicious! Everything is freshly made, so takes time to prepare but it's well worth the wait.

Food was amazing. Very peaceful ambience.

We went to Tribe after a Birmingham friend said it was the best curry they had ever had (a solid review from a B’ham lad). Got a table near the bar at 2pm on a Saturday and as they close at 3.30 (before reopening at 5) we thought this perfect. The lovely waitress gave us a rose flavoured shot to start (on the house) then we ordered. Went for a prawn starter and two chicken dishes with aloo gobi, lemon rice and a paratha. As everything is cooked to order, it’s not quick service, but definitely worth the wait. Another diner had been to a lot of places in India and was saying how this was truly authentic. Really great food and with a bottle of wine the bill came to £69. Amazing value. Go !!!

The food was amazing and the staff were excellent, we loved that we could sit in their cozy garden outside. We especially loved the singing chef we could hear from the table😂. Highly recommend this place!

An outstanding restaurant with incredible food and a charming ambiance. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. Highly recommended—I will definitely visit again!

Good food, staff very nice and pleasant ambience.

Tribe is a hidden gem! The food was very delicious. The service was quick and friendly, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The restaurant interior is just awesome. Perfect spot for a great meal—highly recommended.

The vibe of the restaurant is amazing. Loved the mini starter drinks and palette cleanser surprises. The parota was first class! Every entre was finger licking good. One of the best Indian red

Went to Tribe for a birthday dinner - the food was amazing and we all had a great time!

We had a great time in this restaurant. The food was delicious, and the service impeccable! Thanks to the team, especially Tej and Ish for their kindness!

Delicious food, fresh and hot. Service was quite slow because the restaurant was so busy - but this was only a testament to how lovely the food was.

Booked a table for 5 to celebrate a family birthday. When we arived on time for our reservation we were directed to a table for 4 and the staff offered to add a 5th seat on the spot but they had clearly not remembered our reservation. I understand my birthday may not be that important to other people, but it is to me, and I'd like to have a seat at the table I booked to celebrate my birthday with a few elderly guests... We decided to pass on the offer and get one of the other tables for 4 outside as it was a very sunny day. Out of the things that were in the drinks menu, the two we wanted were missing and we asked for something else they had as it was used as a cocktail ingredient but they said they cannot sell it to us. We've had no choice but leave. It's quite disappointing as we've heard many good things about this place and would have loved to try the food.

The food is absolutely exceptional. The smells that greet you at the door will lure you in and the flavors of your plates will make you come back. Kudos to the entire Tribe team. Just an A+++ dining experience.

Great food and friendly staff - Will definitely be returning!

They don't respect Deliveroo delivery, they wait longer than normal

Do not order delivery from this restaurant, as they do not respect delivery times with employees who work on delivery platforms

A huge thank you to the entire Tribe team for your patience and understanding last night. We had a difficult family dynamic and they were so accommodating and thoughtful throughout our evening. The parotta, paneer and mango lassi in particular were my favourite! Really recommend

Food was delicious, and arrived promptly. However After asking to pay we had to ask a second time before the bill came and then no one brought the card machine, after waiting for a while we had to go up to the staff to finally pay.

We has a beautiful birthday meal here! The food and service was perfect and Rohit was a wonderful host. We had a host of complementary dishes with our order including starters and palate cleansers! The food was so delicious and one of the best Indians we’d ever had. Will definitely come back!

The food was amazing, and the service was great. The chef took a bit of time to prepare the dishes but the food tasted very traditional.

The food was AMAZING and the service was even better!

The expectations were high but tribe was most probably the worst Indian restaurant I have ever visited anywhere in the world The food was disgusting and the rice was cold ( had to send it back ) The cocktail was undrinkable and expensive the prices overall are not cheap here for the standard of food and service they provide The decor looked different to other Indian restaurants that’s the only positive I would not recommend this restaurant

Sind auf unserer Rundreise über Tripadvisor auf das Restaurant gestoßen. Essen und Service waren hervorragend. Klare Empfehlung!

Loved the food! Authenticity at its best

Food absolutely amazing really fresh proper authentic Indian food .

I used to recommend Tribe to Oxford visitors, but I can no longer do so. They used to be slow, but now they are unbearable. We got our first starter after an hour of waiting, and it wasn't even a busy time. The server accidentally gave one of our dishes to another table and never re-made it, despite promising it was coming soon. After waiting over an hour and a half, we gave up and left. Sadly, we also had to explain what had happened twice before they removed the never-served dish from the bill. Don't get me wrong, everyone working here is kind, but they lack professionalism. I wouldn’t have written this review if the food was as good as it used to be. The lollipop chicken, one of their signature dishes, is no longer crispy on the outside and juicy inside; it tastes just like any other chicken. The parotta used to be savory and chewy, but now it’s bland and hard. The curry was alright, but it was never their strong suit. The signature dishes have lost their merit. Overall, it’s still not a terrible place to go, but I don't think it’s worth the price or the time.

Lovely owner and staff. Food was great and very well advised choice. Would recommend this place everyday, thanks Rhotit. Kings

Excellent restaurant and the owner is an awesome guy. Worked hard to get here and deserves all the success!!

Good good great service, must visit!

The food was really good and people there are really welcoming.

Excellent. We went for a leaving party….the food was delicious and the service was faultless. Thanks so much for a great night. Highly recommended 😀

Fantastic lunchtime vegetable thali great value

Visited for lunch on a Saturday. Really friendly service and amongst the best Indian meals we have had. The parotta breads were the very best of this type I have ever had

We ordered for Oriental Panner & Chicken and Chicken fried rice and Chicken Hakka Noodles, first of all order was delayed by 45 minutes to deliver and the food was so bad in taste it really ruined our dinner. We did order it reading the reviews and content but totally disappointed.

Restaurant very clean tidy authentic atmosphere. Food absolutely amazing really fresh proper authentic and tasty the best Indian food I have had in Oxford the food is definitely miles ahead of other restaurants comparable to Dishoom. Only reason why I wouldn’t give it 10 is because of the first half of the service we received, we pre booked on the phone for 8.45 and when we arrived we were rudely told we hadn’t booked? And then made to wait 10 minutes to be seated which was abit unwelcoming. Then we were seated and again it took a good 20 minutes to be asked if we wanted a drink etc by the rude women waiter who wasn’t welcoming and made the first half of the experience very disappointing I think this needs to be reviewed. However this was made up for by the lovely professional owner taking time to rectify this poor service by making the second half of the meal absolutely brilliant fast service and as I mentioned above amazing food. Will definitely be back and would highly recommend best Indian food in Oxford by a mile.

Seriously good. I rarely review Indian restaurants but this one is special. Some of the best food I’ve had. Great service too. We were given several different palate cleansers in between courses. All really tasty. Highly recommend.

the food was astonishing!!! quite tasty, so that it warmed our heart. The staff was friendly and the atmosphere and music fullfilled our soul. Best hindu restaurant in town!!!

The food is really great - not your standard Indian. The service leaves something to be desired. The waiters are nice but the service just generally slow. If you’re up for a nice Indian and you are not in a rush, I would certainly recommend.

Authentic flavors and excellent service! I recently dined at Tribe in oxford and was thoroughly impressed by the overall experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the staff and seated promptly. The ambiance was inviting with subtle Indian decor that added to the dining experience. Food was absolutely delicious! The flavors were authentic and reminded me of home-cooked Indian meals and little bit bites apart from order has my heart What truly set this restaurant apart was the exceptional service. The waitstaff was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. They were quick to offer recommendations and ensured that my dining experience was nothing short of perfect. Overall, I highly recommend this Tribe restaurant to anyone who is looking for a taste of authentic Indian cuisine served with a side of excellent service. I can't wait to return and try more dishes from their menu!

The food was really good ! Would definitely recommend

Such a wonderful night me and my friends had there last night. Kudos the team👏🏻✨

Food was delicious and ambience is brilliant as always. But and I'm sorry for saying this, the lady who served us was super annoyed and frustrated for some reason. She wasn't keen on serving at all and was being sarcastic on being asked about the waiting time for the fried rice. Food is and always has been brilliant but service from that lady will surely make me question on dining again.

Food is just amazing!! Super authentic, flavourful, delicious and filling! Loved the Lollipop, Parotta and the Kerala fish curry. Great atmosphere, however the service was just fine.

Amazing restaurant with delicious food. Customised dishes for vegetarians. Glad I choose this place for celebration.

Delicious food, really good service and excellent atmosphere. The staff are lovely and very respectful, they might give you their recommendations on what to order. Great place for a first date!

5 of us tried Tribe for the first time and the food was excellent, full of flavour and the staff were fantastic in making us welcome. They gave us little tasters during the courses and the whole night was a really great experience. Very reasonable prices for great food served with smiles and kindness. Will visit again 5 star

The decor and atmosphere is warm and just feels like home. The food is truly exceptional and tasty, they provide authentic Indian cuisine which is hard to find outside of India. The staff are friendly and welcoming, they totally makes sure if customers have everything they need.

An amazing experience, must eat if in Oxford!

Was here yesterday and had an amazing experience. Great food, great people. A great solution for Indian Food cravings. Love the ambience here

Amazing decor and even better tasting food. The chicken lollipop is absolutely delicious, hats off to the chef and the entire team here.

Amazing ambience and delicious food. The service was quick. To be honest this is the most authentic Indian restaurant I have come across in UK so far. Staff is very welcoming.

We were the only people in at lunch at the weekend, so we had our choice of seating -- there's outdoor space, but we sat next to the back door where there was a lot of natural light and air. The music was a little loud for my tastes, but can't really blame the staff as it was definitely a slow time of day. We were each brought a small glass of tropical fruit juice and a pakora for free, which was a nice touch. I'm vegetarian, but my friend isn't, so I think the staff were a little confused and thought we were sharing all of the dishes, so I had to wait a little for mine to arrive, but when it did it was very tasty, and a good amount of food. Not traditional curry house fare, in case that's what you're after, but fresh and flavourful. Will definitely come back again.

Really nice place with a lovely, small garden tucked in the back. Friendly service with lots of time made available to converse with your table and enjoy the meal. We ordered starters and a couple beers, then lazily made our way to some mains, two sides, and a couple more beers. There were several small dishes and sips that were served between the ordered dishes, which was a very nice touch. The food was very good, with the samosas and parotta tasting exceptional. Would definitely recommend and will certainly return!

Excellent Food , service and great vibe. Must visit restaurant in Oxford.

I recently visited Tribe and had to try their chicken lollipops. They were absolutely delicious! The chicken was perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The flavor was incredible, and the spices were just right. I highly recommend this dish to anyone who loves chicken.

Tribe Restaurant is celebrated for its authentic Indian cuisine, friendly service, and vibrant atmosphere. Customers appreciate the fresh, flavorful dishes like Chicken Lollipop and Kerala Fish Curry. The restaurant also offers a unique Thali experience on weekends. Highly recommended for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience.

Amazing food and great value for money! Really friendly and accommodating staff despite our party seemingly continuously growing..

Unmissable. Drop by if you happen to be in Oxford.

It's a lovely place with a small menu of simple dishes. Unfortunately, it took an hour for our starters to arrive, so expect to spend here a looong time ..