Food was great! We were seated promptly…read more We ordered butter chicken, two dishes of lamb and one dish of chicken tandoori. Also ordered the garlic naan. Food arrived quickly, which was a positive. The food was delicious, another positive. However, we were greatly disappointed in the service. We had one friend who did not want spice and the server mixed up the order so she was given the very spicy one. It took a long time for the server to bring her some yogurt to help to down the spice. We also had to ask repeatedly for additional water refills. Eventually the water arrived, but it was disappointing to have to keep asking and having to wait so long. It would have been better if they could've have given us a carafe of water so we could refill our own glasses. We also had a burn injury at our table. Unfortunately, the server neglected to alert my friend that the chicken tandoori plate was hot. My friend touched the plate and burned his fingers. The staff was concerned and apologetic, but they didn't comp us anything for the pain and suffering. That was disappointing. All in all, the food was good, but the service was subpar.

The food was very tasty!! We had trouble finding places that were open in this smaller town and…read morewere recommended this restaurant by one of the hotel staff. She was right - the food was delicious!

We live this place . Come here when on Vacation from California . Excellent food. Cool buildingread more

Been here twice on two different trips to Stirling. Very good food and a nice atmosphere!read more

Delicious! Excellent service! Best saag I've had! Thanks for staying open late! I would absolutely…read morecome here again and again

Stirling restaurants are surprisingly busy at half nine on a Saturday night. And Indian Cottage is…read moreno exception! But the speed with which the waiters cleared the table and had us seated was exceptional! We'd searched for a place to eat to no avail when my friends suggested Indian Cottage. The staff were very welcoming and friendly and we were happy to wait the short time until a table was free. The restaurant has a fresh yet traditional feel to it, and it seemed very clean. White tablecloths adorn the table and decorative napkins were folded impeccably! We went for a starter to share which was a platter of tandoori chicken, lamb kebab and an assortment of sauces. The chicken was impressively tender and fresh and went perfect with the accompanying sauces. For main, I went for chicken korma (always!) with rice and a peshwari naan. Delicous! The curries came in ornate gold bowls with large serving spoons which was a nice decorative touch. The portions were generous and it was reasonably good value with the starter platter, three curries, two portions of rice, a peshwari naan and a bottle of red wine for just under £70! One of my favourite kormas in Stirling so far. I'd definitely consider visiting the other two of the Mr Singh's restaurants in Stirling. Worth a visit, curry lovers!

I walk past Nawab every day that I leave my house. Twice. Once again on my way home. The restaurant…read moreis of a huge size, with glamorous interior and yet is always empty. I was intrigued. So, I walk past the front of the restaurant on my way home, and then again after walking through an alley, walk past the back of the restaurant and my flat is straight up ahead. So essentially, dependent which direction I'm coming from, I'll walk past both the front and rear over a period of seconds. Passing the back means passing the kitchen entrance, and sometimes the door is open. When it is, delightful smells fill the air. That was my main reason for wanting to try Nawab. I can't speak for dining in, since I was in a takeaway mood but my impression of picking up food didn't have me desperate to come back for more. The lady who served me was polite and friendly but, because the restaurant is so big, when it's empty, it really feels it. During my visit there wasn't a soul in and the restaurant felt lifeless and lacking atmosphere. The curry was alright, the korma a safe, classic, creamy affair. I don't like to mention competing businesses in reviews, but I was disappointed with just one basic korma on the menu, when there's a whole part of the menu dedicated to korma in a curry house just minutes away. Their signature garlic chilli korma is a thing of delight. Comparisons aside, I was left underwhelmed. I've often walked past at night to see staff sitting in the area you wait for orders. And in the back of the restaurant during the day I've seen an older lady asleep in front of a laptop or an older man amidst newspapers and empty glasses. The back of the restaurant oddly seems like an extension of the family home. These things won't strike people as particularly professional and perhaps that's part of the problem. Nawab wasn't bad, just decidedly average. Sometimes trying somewhere new does no more than reaffirm your love for an old favourite, and sadly that's what happened here.

This place is bloody amazin. All the food is high quality and the staff are lovely. Good prices as…read morewell

I had family over round about that time in the evening that bellies start to rumble. With no food…read morein the fridge and no firm dinner plans, we thought it would be nice to order food to takeaway from Rana's Spice Garden which, coincidentally, is just round the corner from my flat. Rana's was my first choice because I'd heard good things from a colleague and my boyfriend had recently enjoyed food ordered from there. Rana's was fresh and fast. We headed over to order and waited a short time before our food was ready. I had the Rana's garlic korma, which was a delicious creamy, spicy dish; still with the mildness of a traditional korma, but with a lovely, punchy garlic kick. The result was delicious! The garlic naan was scrumptious too, as was the chicken pakora, and accompanying dips. Thinking back, the beautifully tender chicken pakora was my favourite and I recommend ordering several portions to share if there's a group, because our portion was gone in mere minutes. That's not to say that it was a teeny tiny portion; it was just SO good that we couldn't help but devour it. You know you've made a good foodie choice when there's not a word said, rather just eating, tearing, dipping, sharing. And clean plates afterwards, of course. So, it's safe to say that food from Spice Garden was a resounding success, and being so convenient for me, I'll definitely choose them again when I'm set on having a takeaway night.

My Scottish niece and her husband brought us American kin to the Spice Garden, Rana's Indian…read moreCuisine, for a night out to celebrate their marriage. This place is delightful. Great decor and ambiance. The service was efficient and pleasant. And then there was the food! The menu was so extensive that we had a hard time deciding what to order. We finally narrowed it down and tried a couple of new dishes and a couple of the old standards. The serving dishes were placed on wee holders with candles to keep the food warm. This may be something that is common here in the UK, but I have not seen it done in the US. Great touch. Every dish was heaven and was complemented by the onion naan. I highly recommend that you give this restaurant a try. Although they do take-out, experience dining there at least once. It's lovely.

I've only ever had Hot-n-Spicy as a delivery, but I have to say it's been lovely each time. The…read morequality is amazing for the value and I will order from them again and again. My go-to order is the lamb biryani with a side of raita. I'm able to get a filling dinner and two nice-sized lunches out of the order, making it even better value!

Didn't enjoy the food terribly much, but the waiter did stay open late for us, and provided great…read moreservice. Not too fond of the venue itself either.

The food is delicious and the atmosphere very nice. This is a good place for a nice quiet meal. My…read moremeal was extremely satisfying and the portions were well sized. They have a great selection, including vegetarian options. I have enjoyed my meals here and plan on returning. My only concern is that the menu doesn't always explain the differences in the dishes. If you aren't really familiar with Indian Cuisine it can be a little confusing, although the staff are generally very helpful if you have any questions.

Fantastic food in a really nice dining space. Chicken Jaipuri had great flavor; it was spicy but…read morenot overwhelming. The Indian mixed veggies and naan were also delicious.

We ate here in 2008 on a visit from the US (yes, we have Indian food in America, too) and it was…read morereally good, although I remember it being a little bit expensive; I think I spent £80 for two people... Awesome dining room and atmosphere... We were the first dinner customers that day (6:00pm on a Friday? I guess Scots people go out to eat later than we do!) and the service was really nice and the food was terrific... I've heard it has gone downhill since then, but based on my experience nearly 8 years ago, I will definitely check it out next time I'm in Stirling.

Truly awuful, if you ask me STAY AWAY from this dive and take any review that you have read with a…read morepinch of salt. It is a squalid, smelly and dilapidated place. Which reflects on most importantly the food and customer service not forgetting to mention the staff who look like they are escapees from the nearest mental asylum and can barely string two words together. NOT for the curry connoisseur.

Well this has to be the best curry cafe I've yet found in Edinburgh / Scotland…read more As with all such establishments, the decor is functional - you come here for the authenticity of the food. It's always a good sign when a curry cafe has Nihari on the menu, as not everywhere offers this slow cooked dish. I try to be a traditionalist wherever possible though so, having arrived late afternoon, I wasn't going to have what is considered to be a Breakfast / Morning curry. I'll head over next time for the 11:30 opening to try the Nihari - gives me another excuse :-) Today I went for a dish that has become a staple in Pakistani food culture, Haleem. Adapted hundreds of years ago from the original Harisah recipes which were first documented in the Middle East sometime between the year 900 and 1000, Haleem is now prepared and enjoyed in Pakistani family homes and restaurants all over the world. At just a fiver (currently) for Haleem and a hot, buttered Naan, this medium spiced dish is not only very tasty, but is also superb value. Today I had Beef Haleem. It was delicious. The dish is prepared with Beef, Wheat, Barley and Lentils (plus spices) and it is slow cooked to such an extent that the beef completely blends into the other ingredients so the dish becomes a thick sauce "curry". Tearing off a corner of Naan and dipping it in, it tasted fantastic. The Marhaba Kitchen is a proper curry cafe and the owner / chef could not have made me any more welcome. Next visit - Nihari time! :-)

From the owner: South indian Hyderabadi dishes Haleem, Nihari, Paye, Kababs And Biryani.read more