Taj Mahal in Wijk 06 Binnenstad

What delicious food at an affordable price. Highly recommended!

I went after some time, and surprisingly i didnt taste the same!

Had a delicious meal, great service, lovely evening!

Good food. Quantity is less though.

I come here regularly; it is a beautiful family business, the food is amazing, and there is always a warm welcome. I wouldn't know of a single negative point. Well, it is a bit busy, but who wouldn't want to eat there?

Over the hill. Old, bland, both food and interior. Should really be closed and totally revamped. Probably with new ownership. Waited 45 mins for main course. Sorry but just not good in any way.

We have been eating here since 1985 and it is still fantastic.

I had dinner here recently after hearing so many good things. I was warmly welcomed by the owner. It was my first time drinking lassi. He personally offered to give me another drink for free if I didn't like it. The food was ready quickly and really delicious. I would eat here 100 more times in a heartbeat!

Upon arrival, the menu was thrust into our hands without asking if we wanted anything to drink. The male waiter wasn't exactly cheerful, though the rest of the staff were. The food was very extensive and delicious. We had chosen a menu for two with a bit of everything. Asking for drinks yourself is a missed opportunity. That is precisely where the profit should come from (formerly a hospitality entrepreneur). It is a shame that the waiter lowers my overall impression somewhat; that is unnecessary. When bringing our first drink, he couldn't manage a "please"; the gentleman clearly wasn't in the mood. He barely looked at you either. This gentleman doesn't really have a knack for hospitality. It is a missed opportunity. All in all, I will definitely be back. Perhaps this evening was an isolated incident showing exactly how hospitality staff should not behave.

Super tasty Indian food. Be careful with spices because food can be very spicy. But it does have all amazing flavours. Service is good, but they are a bit busy because the place is full at 7 PM and yet they are super friendly. It is also nicely decorated with a great atmosphere. Prices are also quite reasonable.

A cozy restaurant with delicious dishes, we visit regularly and always go home very satisfied, and the service is very friendly!! We will definitely eat there more often!!!

A beautiful and delicious Indian restaurant. I recommend it to Arab families, especially those from the Gulf. The dishes I tried were: Chicken Biryani (delicious), Butter Chicken (excellent), and Tandoori Shrimp (I might go back just for it).

Nice restaurant with excellent meals and friendly staff.

We have been coming here for years, and it is a delight every time. The fact that this restaurant has been around for over 40 years speaks for itself. The menu is extensive, ensuring there is something delicious for everyone. You can taste and see that the food is prepared fresh. The meat is of excellent quality, and the other ingredients are also fresh and flavorful. The atmosphere inside is warm and cozy, making you feel welcome immediately. Furthermore, the restaurant is situated in a beautiful location on a charming shopping street in the center of Utrecht, directly opposite the Dom Tower. Parking is also not a problem; there is a parking garage located in a side street at the rear of the restaurant. All in all, highly recommended for anyone looking for a delicious meal in a pleasant atmosphere.

We love Indian cuisine and are regulars at our favorite restaurants. When we're traveling, we like to eat Indian food, so we did in Utrecht. At Taj Mahal, we received a warm welcome in the outdoor seating area. Even our little poodle was welcome. The food—butter chicken and paneer makani—was delicious and well-seasoned. The rice served as a side dish was ample for two people. We also ordered raita and a cheese naan, which were equally tasty. The young woman who served us was incredibly friendly, and the wait wasn't long. We enjoyed our meal and will gladly return if we're ever in Utrecht again.

Had a delicious meal at Taj Mahal. The dishes were flavorful and authentically prepared. The atmosphere was warm, cozy, and inviting. There was a pleasant ambiance and the staff was friendly. Highly recommended.

With a group of 11 people, a menu was recommended to us. It was an abundance of delicious dishes and a great variety of flavors. The staff was friendly, relaxed, and attentive. Highly recommended.

We have been visiting this authentic restaurant for several years now. The atmosphere is great, the service is good, and the food is delicious.

Food great. Delivery terrible. 2 hrs for a takeaway.

Ordered yesterday via Thuisbezorgd and there was a big, disgusting, unwashed fingernail in the food. Really gross. That means the food is being prepared with bare and poorly groomed hands. Surely this isn't right???? Very disturbing.

The service was splendid, and the food was great...

I have considered eating here a treat for years. The food is really good and the service is super friendly. Highly recommended ❤️

Amazing food and friendly staff

We had a lovely dinner here. The food was very tasty and the atmosphere was warm and cozy. A special thank you to our waitress, who was extremely kind, helpful and attentive with our group. She made us feel very welcome and made the whole experience even better. We would definitely come back!

Truly authentic flavors with a good price-quality ratio.

Had a delicious meal. The best chicken tikka masala! Incredibly nice people and a super sweet house cat. Highly recommended!

Delicious Indian food, plenty of choice, and friendly, efficient staff.

A huge selection of super tasty dishes. You can sit on the terrace with a view of the Dom. I will definitely come back here to try something else. We had Northern curry in a traditional pan and butter paneer with garlic naan. Everything was rich in flavor and super nicely spiced. The staff have been working here for a long time and are friendly and helpful.

Just popped in for a drink. Received a warm welcome even though we indicated we didn't want to eat. We were spoken to in a friendly manner and served pleasantly. Highly recommended to go back for the menu.

Friendly, personal service. Delicious food. Our favorite Indian restaurant!

Delicious food. Nice atmosphere. Beautifully decorated space. You receive a very personal welcome. For years, one of my best restaurants for Indian food.

Great location and excellent service. We enjoyed the ambience and food ❤️

Very good food, super friendly staff!

Had another delicious and flavorful meal. Friendly service. Highly recommended!

We ate here on Valentine's Day. There was an hour and a half between arriving and receiving the starter, which is long, but it was very busy, so I don't hold that against it too much. The food was otherwise fine. The service was also friendly, except for one person, unfortunately. When I ordered a 'Chaudfontaine Blue' (which was listed as such on the menu), the person there said a bit angrily that I should 'just say water'. I got a bit of an unpleasant feeling from that for the rest of the evening. EDIT: after 3 years, I still have an unpleasant feeling about this incident.

Ate here last week. It was a shame. I was used to better. The service was subpar. There was no communication. It took twice as long as stated. My dish was forgotten. The food was burnt. I'd eaten here twice before, and it was great. So, it was a disappointment.

Top place that absolutely understands how to eat well in a good atmosphere

A wonderful restaurant where you can enjoy exquisite food in peace and quiet. Very pleasant and excellent service. In short, highly recommended.

A very bad experience. I ordered a mixed grill, among other things. I was told it would take half an hour because it was freshly prepared. (The rest isn't it???) After over an hour and several requests, still no food. When it finally arrived, they had forgotten one dish. I had to ask twice. No apology, only one beer was taken off the bill as compensation (nothing was said about it, by the way), and no goodbyes were said upon departure. Seriously subpar and very unfriendly. The food was good, but the mixed grill had different meats on both plates, the sausage was dry, and the vegan dish was also dry and had cheese in it!!! So, not vegan! I won't be eating here again; it's very disappointing.

What a fantastic restaurant! The staff was very friendly, the food was excellent (even for the vegetarians in our group), and the prices were reasonable. A very extensive menu!

Delicious food every time and a super welcoming atmosphere! For true connoisseurs, but definitely also for a taste of authentic Indian cuisine!

A very nice restaurant with friendly staff and delicious flavors!

Extensive menu with delicious dishes. Compared to other restaurants, the acoustics are good, allowing for conversation at a normal volume.

This is truly the best! We love Indian food and try to eat somewhere every holiday, but we haven't found anything as good as the one in Utrecht. Delicious (garlic) naan, a lovely mint sauce. This time we opted for the fish menu: everything was delicious, though the standard was a bit spicy (if you don't like spicy food, just let us know in advance and they'll let you know which dishes aren't spicy).

After 4 years I visited Taj Mahal again, this place never disappoints with food, well seasoned and tasty, definitely recommended if you are in Utrecht.

Such an awesome experience! We booked via the website for the new year and don't have any regrets. Cosy atmosphere, the food is absolutely delicious with loads of vega options and the staff is helpful and friendly. Bonus point for the owner's cat who was the best company !

Dishes cold and way too overcooked, not recommended.

Fantastic place! It was super easy to book a spot using the link on their website. The staff was very welcoming and incredibly friendly. The food was amazing! We all thoroughly enjoyed our dishes, and the delicious desserts were even better! Highly recommended!

Delicious food. A wide selection of appealing and original dishes. Generous portions. Very friendly and attentive service. Relaxed atmosphere. Plenty of space. Excellent selection. I'd love to come back.

I ordered Butter chicken masala,Naan and Garlic naan, and asked them to please deliver the food warm enough since I did jot have access to a stove or microwave... the food was delivered about :" 1 Hour and 45 minutes" after I placed my order. It was delayed for nearly 1 hour. It was completely cold. And the Nan came with no quality due to being delivered too late. It was also delivered to a wrong location, and the delivery person even did not bother to wait for me.

This place is an Utrecht staple. We have been coming to Taj since the nineties. Old school, cozy and welcoming place.

Food taste is very average. I didn't find any authentic Indian taste in any of the dishes even not in mango lassie

Ordered a chicken biryani, the taste of the biryani was somewhat disappointing and the chicken pieces were dry. Ordered 2 side dishes, okra and mushrooms, both were too oily, disappointing. This is more of a restaurant for people who want to try something Indian but don't know the flavor yet and will therefore consider it tasty.

We've been coming here for about 20 years, I think. The food and service are always fantastic. A big fan of the set menus, including the Tikka Masala!

A really great restaurant. Unlike some other Indian restaurants in Utrecht, this one has a truly family-friendly atmosphere. The food is excellent. We did have to wait a bit sometimes, even though it wasn't very busy. We'll definitely be back.

A great place to enjoy good food. Delicious dishes. Friendly service. Great atmosphere in a packed house. Reservations recommended 😉

We had an incredibly delicious meal at Taj Mahal! The three of us had the Taj Mahal menu and butter chicken. We enjoyed all the delicious flavors. The service was friendly and fast. The cocktails are also highly recommended; affordable and delicious. We could barely manage dessert. So we all went home with full bellies, and all for a reasonable price. Definitely worth repeating!

I live in Amsterdam, but this is my favorite Indian restaurant in the Netherlands. Each time I am in Utrecht I end up having a dinner there.

Delicious food, good price and nice atmosphere

Friendly staff and delicious food. The Tikka Masala is especially delicious.

Super friendly staff, extensive menu with delicious dishes for everyone and plenty of them: from mild, spicy, very spicy, meat, fish, to vegetarian/vegan. Highly recommended!

Eaten several times, always delicious!

Fantastic food and fast, friendly staff — I’ll be back for sure!

delicious dishes good atmosphere!!

Delicious food: chicken Biryan - could have been a bit juicier but delicious in taste, lamb biryani - delicious, chicken masala - sweet and soft, naan deliciously 'smoky', papadum always on the table upon arrival, with tasty dips

Very tasty food, especially the vindaloo. Friendly staff.

Crammed together. Packed. No reservation? Then please leave within 45 minutes. A quick trip. We were completely ignored. Never again.

It was nice to meet Jimmy the cat. We had a delicious meal.

Really delicious food with plenty of vegetarian options. Friendly service. Highly recommended!

I ate here yesterday. Very hospitable and friendly. I liked the taste of the food itself (nicely seasoned). However, I found it burnt in some places (black) due to the oven cooking. I also found the amount of food a bit meager (we had a set menu for two) compared to the price.

pleasant atmosphere, nice people and excellent quality for 41 years

I've been coming here since the '90s. And for good reason. It's a fantastic restaurant!

Just ordered food from here. I've ordered from here before, and everything was fine then. The food is fine again this time, especially for the price. The delivery driver told me I could grab my food in the elevator; he didn't feel like coming up. I'm chronically fatigued and had an episode today where getting up is incredibly difficult. That's why I decided to order in so I wouldn't have to cook and stand for a long time. But there was no talking to anyone. Plus, it's not nice to know that anyone in my apartment could have grabbed my food. A truly unfriendly and rude delivery driver.

Never received my order; it's been three hours since I placed it. I called the restaurant an hour ago, and they said it was almost here. Absolutely awful.

Great restaurant, good food, and pleasant service! The only annoying thing was that the four reserved seats weren't available at the agreed-upon time of 6:30 PM, so we had to wait outside for a while. We saw this happen to other guests as well, so double-check your reservation on the day itself. Otherwise, very satisfied.

We had a wonderful meal for two tonight. Atmospheric Indian restaurant in the center of Utrecht. We enjoyed the dishes and side dishes. The portions were more than ample. We felt very welcome; there was plenty of time, even though it was pleasantly busy. All the staff were super friendly and attentive. In short: a fantastic evening and highly recommended!

I’m so mad, i’ve ordered like a hundred times from them and EVERYTIME they forget something. In the beginning i always called them but theyre difficult to talk to on the phone so now i just accept it. I should order somewhere else but theyre the only place tasty papadums. Also one day the same dish is spicy, the other day sweet, what’s up with that?

Super tasty food, enthusiastic service, very nice.

We had a wonderful evening. But it's not an authentic Indian restaurant. The naan bread was disappointing; it wasn't fluffy or soft, and the spiciness was tailored to Dutch people (we had to specifically request it). But the service was truly top-notch. It was cozy and had a great atmosphere. That alone would make me want to come back.

We've been coming here for 34 years. The food remains good, the staff remains friendly, and the atmosphere is still great. We hope to continue enjoying this fantastic restaurant for many years to come.

A varied and slightly updated menu: still the familiar classics but with a modern twist here and there. Enjoy a delicious meal in a cozy atmosphere.

loud music and a lot of commotion, food was delicious

Typical Indian food, very well served, very homemade

Super tasty Indian food. Be careful with spices because food can be very spicy. But it does have all amazing flavours. Service is good, but they are a bit busy because the place is full at 7 PM and yet they are super friendly. It is also nicely decorated with a great atmosphere. Prices are also quite reasonable.

Delicious spicy food. Great atmosphere and staff.

We (mother and daughter) ordered three appetizers to share, but it was far too spicy for us... we couldn't stomach it. As compensation, they offered us a milder dish at their expense, which was delicious! What great service, compliments!

Very helpful young man who guided me and my date perfectly in the right choices regarding food and drinks!

We had a wonderful meal! A group of nine of us had a wonderful meal here! They really catered to our needs. Thanks! And we'll definitely be back!

All-time favorite, I've been eating here for years. Consistently delicious food!

The food was delicious and the service was very good.

What delicious food (the rice alone!) and super friendly service. I'll be back soon.

We had a wonderful meal, were well informed by friendly staff, highly recommended.

The food was delicious. And they were so sweet and friendly. I'm very satisfied and will definitely come back again.

The food was delicious. There was a wide selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Plenty of choice. The staff were also very hospitable. Large portions, too. We ordered extra bread, but in retrospect, it wasn't really necessary. The price-quality ratio is also very good. There were people next to us who were forgotten, so they didn't get their food until we were finished, with profuse apologies. Oh well, things happen. The restaurant's decor is also excellent. There are two restrooms, and they're clean. A great place with friendly staff.

Super friendly and service-oriented and of course authentic dishes, lots of choice and affordable.

The best Indian restaurant in the area. The food is very delicious. I ordered grilled fish and shrimp, and the staff were helpful and cheerful.

We had to wait 2.5 hours for our food. Cold curry for 50 euros. I understand it takes longer on a Sunday; but when we called back, we didn't even get an apology, just a "it's busy." Never again.

Excellent Indian restaurant with a long tradition. Good value for money. Hospitable.

Delicious food, nice atmosphere and pleasant service!!

The best Indian restaurant in Utrecht. Authentic food, friendly staff, great atmosphere. Tikka massala is rich and sweet, tandoori garlic chicken is tender and spicy, king prawns are well cooked. And mango lassi is THE drink. ENJOY!!!