| Taj Palace primarily serves North Indian Cuisine, which is usually milder than the fiery fare served in the south, and the cuisine's greatest claim to fame is the tandoor oven. At Taj Palace, the tandoor forms an integral part of the restaurant's decor. Set behind a glass window, diners can gaze at the oven action while they tug at pieces of freshly cooked flatbreads and roasted tandoori meats. House specialties include: Fish Tikka - Masala fish kababs cooked in the Tandoor and prepared in a herb and tomato sauce; Aloo Baigan - garden fresh eggplant sauteed with potatoes and touch of curry; Hyderabadi Biryani - curried lamb or beef sautied with flavorful basmati rice and herbs; and Onion Kulcha - a delicious white bread stuffed with spicy minced onions. |
| - Dinner Broker |
Terrific!!!
We went for our Anniversary. It was at least as memorable as our honeymoon!! The atmosphere is romantic, exotic, beautiful, and fragrant!
The menu is varied and compelling; we were thankful for the option of sampler platters so we could try many different things in one visit. Both samplers are delicious, the breads are terrific, the lassi was refreshing... I could go on & on... :) I'd skip the mango chutney next time, but don't let that stop you...
I went back and got a dinner buffet To-Go, it was just as terrific the 2nd time!!
As a culinary cheapskate, it is a little more than I spend on a whim, so it is a special event for us, but most would find $50 for 2 adults more than fair. It was worth it and there were leftovers to tote home, I got a lassi to go...
Pros: Atmosphere, Selection, Good Parking
Overall user rating: Highly Recommended |
| - Posted by hawleyclan |
This is our favorite Indian restaurant.
Taj Palace presents a great dining environment. Food tastes authentic and prices are very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food provided. Service, as always, is awesome, staff is very professional and courteous. Contrary to the belief that Indian cuisine is very hot, the food can be prepared anywhere from very mild to extremely hot. This is definitely one place that you should check out - chances are you're gonna get hooked on to Indian food. First timers might wanna try the daily lunch buffet or the monday/tuesday dinner buffets to get a flavor of the different types/varieties of indian foods. Very strongly recomended.
Pros: Amazing food, Reasonable Prices, Courteous wait staff
Overall user rating: Highly Recommended |
| - Posted by rogerbh |
Never fear you should EAT HERE!
I had no idea where middle fiskville rd was, but I checked it out and drove on over. My mate and I were pleasantly surprised.
All waitstaff were dressed professionaly with bowties, and we were seated promptly by the manager. The lighting was dim and the decor was exotic from India. You can see into the kitchen where the tandoor is too. The waitstaff was very promt and very friendly. Order lots of Naan. Its very very good.
Pros: Ambiance, Food, Hot tea
Overall user rating: Highly Recommended |
| - Posted by tillieann |
My husband and I eat there several times a month. We think it has the best Indian food in the city. The Chicken Korma is the best. |
| - Posted by Anon |
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| Since its opening in 1990, this Indian restaurant has been a local favorite. The tandoori lamb, chicken and seafood specialties are always a good bet, along with several spicy and mild curry dishes. One popular choice is the Barra Kebab (tandoori lamb), priced at $10.95, and marinated in yogurt and spices to enhance its delicate flavor. Plenty of vegetarian entrees are available too. Fresh naan bread accompanies each entree, and wine is moderately priced-about $18 for an average bottle of red. Although the atmosphere is somewhat upscale, casual to more dressy attire is acceptable. |
| -WCities Review |
A gracious and exotic feast for the senses, both for carnivores and veggie lovers.
The Scene
In warm hues of pink and green, with lavishly decorated walls and ceilings, Taj Palace is elegant and welcoming. Indian icons and figures meet the eye at every glance, and sitar music plays in the background. A window looks into the tandoori oven, from which chefs pull steaming breads and skewers. The crowd is a casual mix of ages and ethnicities, and the service is exceptionally friendly and efficient.
The Food
The fish tikka masala has tender chunks of tandoori fish in a tangy tomato and herb sauce, complemented by a fluffy rice pilaf. There are many sumptuous vegetarian options, including a delicately aromatic navrattan korma in a creamy sauce, rich but never heavy, surrounding tender peas, green beans, nuts and raisins. The gosht mirch masala, with stewed beef in a slow-burning curry sauce, satisfies cravings for heat. |
| Citysearch Recommended -- By Kellie Bledsoe |
This is our favorite Indian restaurant.
I can't remember ever getting a bad meal here during the 3 1/2 years I have lived in Austin. The food has been consistently well-prepared and tasty whether it was ordered from the menu or eaten from the buffet. We eat at Taj Palace regularly on Tuesday nights when they offer a vegetarian buffet that my family loves even though we are not vegetarian. The service is usually impeccable - water glasses are filled before they have been emptied by half.
Pros: Tasty, healthy food, Conveniently located, Inviting atmosphere
Overall user rating: Highly Recommended |
| - Posted by nealla |
Creamy!
Great vegetarian fare. Cream-based sauces are rich... maybe too rich for some people's taste.
Between Taj Palace and Sarovar, I would choose Sarovar, but that's probably more an issue of personal preference than objective quality.
Overall user rating: Recommended |
| - Posted by juicysauce |
| The food is wonderful, the service is great. they have full course meals for vegetarians, meat eaters...etc. i'm thinking this is a "true texan" that is VERY scared of anything that's not brisket. |
| - Posted by Austin Photo |
| "Unceremoniously installed in an ordinary-looking strip mall, Taj Palace offers a bit of exoticism in north Austin." |
| - Austin Chronicle |
| I love Taj Palace. Very nice dining environment, excellent food, dedicated staff, reasonable prices. |
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