On a recent business trip, I really fancied a Gujarati meal. A Google search brought this place up and the reviews looked great....so I thought I would give it a try. (FYI I am Gujarati).The server was efficient and friendly, the resturant has a sort of charm about it. Sadly the food was a let down. I ordered a plain dosa and a mixed platter of snacks, with salted lasi. The lasi was nice (it's really hard to get that wrong!). The plain dosa was not crispy at all. In fact you would expect a dosa to hold up its rolled up shape, not the one that I got.....it was flat, not crispy, and the flavour was only just passable. The plate of mixed small bites was awful....I left most of it. I think the waiter must have thought I was full and offered to pack it for me to take away - I said no thanks. I was genuinely so disappointed, I was looking forward to some homely food, I can't see myself coming back here.I couldn't work out why the reviews were so high, I think all I can put it down to is the the large majority of reviews are from non-gujarati customers, the lack of other options in Cardiff for similar food...... come on Cardiff, you can and should do better. And as for the owners of the resturant, I know you cook better than what you serve at home, do the same in your restaurant so others can appreciate the wonders of Gujarati food like we do at home.I had to grab a subway on my way back to my hotel!
Emily Patterson
Best and most affordable thali I’ve had in the UK. Puris were great and very generous portion for a thali. I’m convinced anyone who writes a bad review does so for personal gain, because I don’t have a bad thing to say.
May Abbott
Great atmosphere, lovely food which also included a lot of gluten-free. This was my first time at this delightful restaurant and definitely not my last.
Nick M
Ridiculously tasty and good value. Bring your own alcohol possible.
Iwan Davies
Excellent food selection, friendly staff
V J
Purported to be Indian food, but, in this humble Indian’s opinion it is neither Indian nor foodDietary restrictions: Gluten free, vegetarian
Kumar Ansh
It was a wonderful opportunity to explore Indian style Vegeterian food at this place.The food served was tasty and delicious.Nice ambience.Overall,A must visit place if you are exploring Indian cuisine in Cardiff.
Velis Williams
Best restaurant in Wales! The food is consistently amazing and they're a friendly place to visit. One bad thing is the smaller portions of the thalis - why the shrinkage?
Tanay Srivastava
The food and service was very
Victoria S
The Vegetarian Food Studio is one of my favourite places for food, I cannot recommend it highly enough! As a vegetarian it’s nice that the entire menu’s vegetarian with lots of vegan options. Everything I’ve had from here over the years has been lovely. I’ve taken non-vegetarians here for food and they’ve enjoyed it too.Favourites of mine are the Dosas, which have a side of Daal soup. The Mango Lassi’s lovely too. The Thaali’s also really nice, you get a selection of different things to try and it changes each day. The mixed platter is nice, you get a lot of starters there. You can also buy some of the snacks to take away with you from the counter.It’s a nice relaxed and informal place to have food. I like the murals on the wall and the embroidered tablecloths under the glass on the tables. It’s an unpretentious place which lets the food be the star of the show.Vegetarian options: The menu’s all vegetarian, with vegan options that are labelled.Dietary restrictions: The menu has gluten free options.Kid-friendliness: I’ve taken my child here for food. The staff are really good with children and they have high chairs. Plenty of space too, which is handy if you’ve got a buggy with you.Parc Play soft play’s very close by, so I’ve gone here for food after a soft play session.Wheelchair accessibility: There’s level access. There’s a section with tables that’s raised with a step up to, but there’s tables that are on the same flat level as the entrance.
One of my favorite places to have Indian food!! Really cozy atmosphere and the food is so flavourful you never know what to choose from the menu. The stuff there are also very friendly and welcoming, makes you feel like home:)
Stephen Campbell
Enjoyed it.
Frank Bird
Love it, especially the Thali.
Michael Skehens
Staff were incredibly accommodating and friendly, the Thali Special was incredible and great value, had a fantastic time. Would absolutely visit again.
On a recent business trip, I really fancied a Gujarati meal. A Google search brought this place up and the reviews looked great....so I thought I would give it a try. (FYI I am Gujarati).The server was efficient and friendly, the resturant has a sort of charm about it. Sadly the food was a let down. I ordered a plain dosa and a mixed platter of snacks, with salted lasi. The lasi was nice (it's really hard to get that wrong!). The plain dosa was not crispy at all. In fact you would expect a dosa to hold up its rolled up shape, not the one that I got.....it was flat, not crispy, and the flavour was only just passable. The plate of mixed small bites was awful....I left most of it. I think the waiter must have thought I was full and offered to pack it for me to take away - I said no thanks. I was genuinely so disappointed, I was looking forward to some homely food, I can't see myself coming back here.I couldn't work out why the reviews were so high, I think all I can put it down to is the the large majority of reviews are from non-gujarati customers, the lack of other options in Cardiff for similar food...... come on Cardiff, you can and should do better. And as for the owners of the resturant, I know you cook better than what you serve at home, do the same in your restaurant so others can appreciate the wonders of Gujarati food like we do at home.I had to grab a subway on my way back to my hotel!
Best and most affordable thali I’ve had in the UK. Puris were great and very generous portion for a thali. I’m convinced anyone who writes a bad review does so for personal gain, because I don’t have a bad thing to say.
Great atmosphere, lovely food which also included a lot of gluten-free. This was my first time at this delightful restaurant and definitely not my last.
Ridiculously tasty and good value. Bring your own alcohol possible.
Excellent food selection, friendly staff
Purported to be Indian food, but, in this humble Indian’s opinion it is neither Indian nor foodDietary restrictions: Gluten free, vegetarian
It was a wonderful opportunity to explore Indian style Vegeterian food at this place.The food served was tasty and delicious.Nice ambience.Overall,A must visit place if you are exploring Indian cuisine in Cardiff.
Best restaurant in Wales! The food is consistently amazing and they're a friendly place to visit. One bad thing is the smaller portions of the thalis - why the shrinkage?
The food and service was very
The Vegetarian Food Studio is one of my favourite places for food, I cannot recommend it highly enough! As a vegetarian it’s nice that the entire menu’s vegetarian with lots of vegan options. Everything I’ve had from here over the years has been lovely. I’ve taken non-vegetarians here for food and they’ve enjoyed it too.Favourites of mine are the Dosas, which have a side of Daal soup. The Mango Lassi’s lovely too. The Thaali’s also really nice, you get a selection of different things to try and it changes each day. The mixed platter is nice, you get a lot of starters there. You can also buy some of the snacks to take away with you from the counter.It’s a nice relaxed and informal place to have food. I like the murals on the wall and the embroidered tablecloths under the glass on the tables. It’s an unpretentious place which lets the food be the star of the show.Vegetarian options: The menu’s all vegetarian, with vegan options that are labelled.Dietary restrictions: The menu has gluten free options.Kid-friendliness: I’ve taken my child here for food. The staff are really good with children and they have high chairs. Plenty of space too, which is handy if you’ve got a buggy with you.Parc Play soft play’s very close by, so I’ve gone here for food after a soft play session.Wheelchair accessibility: There’s level access. There’s a section with tables that’s raised with a step up to, but there’s tables that are on the same flat level as the entrance.
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One of my favorite places to have Indian food!! Really cozy atmosphere and the food is so flavourful you never know what to choose from the menu. The stuff there are also very friendly and welcoming, makes you feel like home:)
Enjoyed it.
Love it, especially the Thali.
Staff were incredibly accommodating and friendly, the Thali Special was incredible and great value, had a fantastic time. Would absolutely visit again.
Good food nice pint great service