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US$10 - US$25
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Indian, Street Food
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 4 days ago

I've been looking for an Indian restaurant to call my own since I moved into the City of Edinburgh since 2014 .I've found it now . Saw the advert on social media 2 days ago and decided as I was off Fri night I'd give...it a go Food very tasty Atmosphere ( Funky music in background ) Owners Father MatraD Very welcoming and knowledgeable Pakora superb Lamb melts in your mouth ( as was described ) Lame sauce " Superb" Only do plain nans but ! You wouldn't want anything else to soak up those delicious flavours Pudding Didn't last long Only a empty plate left lol Ambience 10/10 Food 10/0 Service 10/10 I was asked when I was outside by two American women swithering about going in and would I recommend it Yes was the reply I said " Do you like lamb ?" One said yes Have the lamb I left They went in 👍More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Fabulous service. The staff are really friendly and really helpful. The food was delicious and such good value. Great vibe and attractive interior.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago

Sarykriti was very knowledgeable in helping us select our food choices! The flavors and spices were perfect and the food was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!

Date of visit: May 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Hi John it was wonderful to meet you both we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your review.🙏 Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

This is the 4th time I’ve been here and it always impresses. The food is great and is fantastic value for money. The family that run it are an absolute delight, they’re all so warm and welcoming. The service is really good without being overbearing....It’s a 10 minute stroll from Waverley train station through some lovely parts of Edinburgh. They now have a large seating area outside which is a real sun trap. We each had a pakora wrap which comes with some chips, it’s very filling and was so tasty. Kingfisher on tap is a bonus and my other half had a glass of wine that was recommended by one of the owners, she’s still raving about it now. Well done is all I can say and we’ll be back shortly.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Hi we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your review and kind words. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

We came here as my partner wanted to buy me dinner for getting a new job and I had the choice of anywhere in town. After swithering for about a month I settled on the Pakora Bar as had been once before when it was...in another part of Edinburgh. A friendly welcome followed by absolutely lovely fish and cauliflower pakoras with dipping sauce and the chaat came in a very close third to the four tasty dishes we tried. Who knew pakora could be so tasty? We'll be back for a few more visits to try the rest of the menu. I loved it as the food was delicious. My partner loved it as it was tasty and I hadn't chosen somewhere expensive either. It was just very very tasty food, nice beer and great chat/chaat.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Hi we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your review and kind words. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

5 star, lovely restaurant staff couldn't be nicer and more friendly. Particularly the nature gentleman went through the whole menu with us explaining what everything was and what went with want.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Hi Katie we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your review and kind words. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 30, 2023

Delicious food and a very warm welcome on our first visit last night. Restaurant was bustling and so had a great atmosphere. The samosas were excellent and my Punjabi chicken curry was one of the best curries I have ever had. I can’t wait to...go back.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Hi Ruth we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your review and kind words. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 29, 2023

Warm welcome from all the staff in the restaurant, Top notch Ambience, delicious food ❤️ it was an amazing experience. I had chole bhatura it was just spot on. Will definitely be back when i come to Edinburgh next time

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded April 30, 2023

Hi Rajeshn we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your kind words & review 🙏 Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 29, 2023

First visit to this fabulously friendly restaurant. Owners three brothers who were extremely welcoming. Food was amazing and the decor was a feast for the eyes, almost as much of a feast as the delicious food. All served with a smile and no pretentious atmosphere!...In fact the atmosphere was so relaxed that my son who has autism was so happy. Made us feel so at ease. Can’t sing their praises highly enough. Thank you Mark and co!! From Cathy and Liam.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Hi Cathy & Liam great to meet you both we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your review and kind words. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 27, 2023

Great food and great service. Great variety of traditional Indian and even some Scottish food with an Indian twist. My wife is Punjabi, and she loved having dishes she recognized, as well as trying things that were familiar, but with a twist.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded April 30, 2023

Hi we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your kind words and review 🙏 Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 16, 2023

We were staying in Edinburgh for a weekend to celebrate a birthday. We actually used trip advisor to find this gem and it was so worth it. About half a mile away from the old town and definitely worth the stroll! The service, staff, food,...atmosphere was incredible. Whilst we were there they had a table of 45 in and that didn’t compromise the service we received. Every single member of staff thanked us for coming upon leaving and asked how our food was. Our food was amazing. So tasty, fresh, fragrant. We tried the pakoras, samosas and curries! Beautiful food. We have said we will definitely be returning with friends when travelling to Edinburgh again. 5* from us!More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded April 19, 2023

Hi Emily we are absolutely delighted you all enjoyed your experience at The Pakora Bar it was great fun speaking to you all such lovely guests thank you so much for your review 🙏 Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 16, 2023

During our first ever visit to Edinburgh we visited the Pakora Bar and we're so happy we did. Amazing food and brilliant service, which was that good we went twice. The qualify of the punjabi food was one of the best we'd ever tasted. The...service was also excellent from this family run business. Thank you to everyone for making us feel welcome and for the special birthday cake and drink as visiting was one of the best memories from our first ever visit to Edinburgh. If you're look for authentic, home cooked indian food with great flavours, taste, great service and value look no further than the Pakora bar, it's a must visit. You won't regret it.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded April 19, 2023

Hi GS Patara We are delighted you enjoyed your experience at The Pakora Bar it was great to speak to you all thank you so much for your review 🙏. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 15, 2023

Stumbled across this gem looking for a place to get lunch. The service was incredible. It's a small family run restaurant and everyone was really friendly. All the food was freshly cooked and absolutely delicious. Definitely adding this to my favourite places to visit in...Edinburgh!More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded April 20, 2023

Hi Hannah we are delighted you enjoyed your experience thank you so much for your kind words and review see you soon. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 15, 2023 via mobile

The friendliest welcome, food was 10/10 delicious. Best Punjabi food I've ever eaten - it was fresh and tasty, and the kitchen were quick! Had the roti, chicken pakora, and the lamb samosa chaat. Such a great story too, the family are obviously so passionate...about their dream. Looking forward to my next visit already. Thank you!More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mark Singh, Owner at The Pakora Bar, responded to this reviewResponded April 19, 2023

Hi Edinburgh Lass we are delighted you enjoyed you experience at The Pakora Bar thank you for your kind words and support Lovely 🙏. Team Pakora ❤️

Reviewed April 15, 2023

Absolutely fantastic. Wonderful food, great atmosphere, superb surroundings. Excellent staff service. Marks out of 10 11.

Date of visit: April 2023
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The Pakora Bar is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5