Taj India

I remember eating at Taj at their previous location and being pleased. The food was good and the staff was nice. We love Indian food but they're losing out to their competition now. The new location is the dead zone... always seems empty. We tried the buffet once and it lacked freshness. I think the food had been under the heat lamps too long. The food had been good but sat too long. Last time we went we left before ordering. We were the only ones there and our table and dishes didn't look overly clean. Our waitress was sort of nonexistent so we ended up leaving. It was a little strange - It used to be great and could be again but not sure what is going on there now. more

HAVING LIVED IN ENGLAND WHERE THERE IS AN INDIAN RESTAURANT ON EVERY CORNER, TAJ INDIA RATES RIGHT UP THERE WITH THE BEST. I WILL SAY IT'S THE BEST IN TOWN, CONSISTENTLY VAST MENU, GRACIOUS STAFF AND SPACIOUS, LIGHT AND AIRY SURROUND. more

I drive by Taj India frequently, and I absolutely love Indian food. Driving by you can tell the decor is bad, so I figured I would try their takeout. We ordered the vegetable masala, aloo gobi, and a side of the dal. The vegetables looked as if they had spent the day on the buffet. After a few bites, we ended up putting the food in the trash, and cooked our own dinner. I will never go back. more

The buffet was great! Will be back Pros: Low price more

I liked the Sunday buffet beause it was awesome. They had some dish in their chicken selection and it was worth the spiciness (can't remember what its called). Also the Aloo Gobi is a must. And to top it all up, gotta have the strawberry lassi. Pros: Low price, plenty of parking, good food more

Taj India is one of Salt Lake's older Indian Restaurants. Originally located in mid downtown, they were forced to move when a fire struck their building. They relocated to a place that had a history of failed restaurants because it was a bit too tucked away to get the attention needed. Now they've moved to a rather rundown facility that is not nearly as nice as their competition. Apparently, they don't have the funds or freedom to make the needed upgrades. For some time the appearance of the place and lack of customers kept me away, but recently I decided to give them a try due to the low priced Sunday buffet. The food at the buffet was actually quite good, especially the spicy Lamb vindaloo, lamb being a rarity on most buffets due to cost. Most Indian buffets make all the food as mild as possible if not bland so I was impressed. Everything tasted quite good and it was a hell of a deal for a great lunch. There were two other tables eating the buffet at the time. If they were in a better facility, I'm sure they'd attract many more customers with such a great deal. After having the wonderful lamb vindaloo, I was a bit hooked on this naturally spicy dish so a few nights later my wife and I returned to order out. I ordered the Lamb vindaloo (hot) and we also got the Bhindi Masala (medium) a less spicy dish made with okra, onions and tomatoes. I certainly got what I asked for on the vindaloo, it was hot enough start a fire! Not a complaint, I loved it. The Bhindi, however was a big disappointment. It did not seem at all fresh. It was like eating week old re-heated leftovers. Unfortunately, this happens when a restaurant cannot attract enough customers. They have to store the food that does not get used and re-heat it as needed. That's why I tend to stay away from restaurants that do not have many customers. I think Taj India has some great food and I'd love to see them come back. Unfortunately, for now they seem to be on hard times. Erik Pros: Good food when made fresh. Cons: Run down facility. Seemingly re-heated food. more

There are quite a few Indian restaurants in the Salt Lake valley these days and some of them are a bit dodgey! Taj India is pretty safe. I first decided to try it because it's much more convenient to my house than my favorite Indian restaurant. When we arrived at the restaurant, we were met by a nice young woman with a bright smile. She seated us promptly but did not say one word the entire time. We were given no menus and could only assume that we were relegated to the buffet. Being a vegetarian I was a little wary of the options I might have at a buffet line, but there were a few things to choose from. The food was not spectacular. Somehow everything I chose was cold. The naan was a bit chewy from sitting out and the vegetable pakoras were slightly over-cooked. But, the chutney was absolutely perfect. Some of the best I've ever had. And the rice was very different from anything I've had before. I would like to try Taj India another time when I might order off of the menu. I think that would give me a better sense of their abilities. But I will save my next visit for a much later date. My curry cravings have not been satisfied and I think I'll have to make a trip to my favorite Indian restaurant (Royal India). It might be a longer drive, but it's well worth it. Pros: Good Rice, Speedy Service Cons: Cold Food, Poor Communication more

This place is spacious & clean, although not the best ambience. The service was good. The food is great but expensive for Indian. The lunch buffet is now $12! Who eats that much for lunch? more

We found an inviting atmosphere and a wonderful children's menu of traditional yet kid-friendly food served in a delightful tea-party style. Each portion was presented in its own little cup or saucer and the whole affair was spread out on an important looking platter. It was delivered promptly - well before the big people's food was ready, what a relief! And as for that food: quite satisfactory! We have tried Indian restaurants from one end of this valley to the other and all over the West - Taj is great. more

Food was decent, but it didn't excite me. It wasn't as flavorful as other Indian restaurants I've visited in the valley. My Indian food craving for the day wasn't fully satisfied. On the plus side, Taj Inda was very clean inside, and the decor was inviting. The lunch buffet is not $6.50 as advertised on this website, it was $8.45 :( Pros: Nice decor and very clean Cons: Food was average more

Flavor of food was supurb. I went in for the lunch buffet today. I wanted food to go. I was handed a box, and sent to pick it out. They didn't have nan. the price was a bit much for the amount of food that fits in the go container. I would rate the raita and chutney as perfect. the chicken curry was excellent, but the service was wierd, and I had to guess as to what to do. I wasn't offered or directed toward beverage location. Today was 7 aug 06. I will have to try the dinner to see if it improves. Pros: food flavor supurb. Cons: buffet for lunch is confusing. more

This little "hole in the wall" in downtown Salt Lake has some of the best Indian food I have sampled outside of London (I've not been to India). Prices are almost unfairly modest - - I got a buffet lunch for $6.50. The vegetable dishes were especially good and there was plenty of tasty, homemade Nan to compliment. The chicken tika masala was tasty, but it was a bit dry having been on a buffet chaffing dish for a time before I arrived. Everything tasted homemade with attention to detail, all the way down to the yogurt. I'll be back for dinner!! Pros: Excellent Food Cons: Small and cramped more

Loved the dinner buffet =) Pros: good food, friendly service more

We love Taj! It is very good food and the portions are reasonable. The owners are there almost every night. It is fun to talk with them. Try the Chicken Tikka Masala or the Sag Vindaloo. You won't regret it. We travel up there from UT County to eat there. Our friends from India say it is the best and most authentic food in the state of Utah. They are the ones who introduced us to the restaurant and it's owners. more

Excellent experiene - exceptionally good curry dishes served up by a friendly and funny indian waiter. We had two chicken curry dishes which came with rice and naan and were impressed with how fresh and tasty it was! I'll be back... more

Taj is one of the best Indian restaurants in the valley and definitely the least expensive. The family is exceptionally friendly and helpful and the food is consistently good. I usually eat dinner take-out but the lunch buffet is the best in town. Pros: Great Curry, Inexpensive, Family Owned Cons: , too bright for dinner more

Utter disappointment! We have gone to the Taj a ton of times, but our last visit was so disappointing. We were seated with our menus and then.... we sat and sat. The waitress took a long long time to take our order, but kept glaring at us prior, and then our $11 Chicken Tikka had 11 itty bitty pieces of chicken. Usually, they are really great, but maybe we just hit an off night. Hopefully, it will be better next time, unfortunately, it might be a long long time until next. :( moe more

Four words: I LOVE THIS PLACE! My co-worker and I would treat ourselves to a staff lunch on Friday's. We started trying new places every week, and then all of the sudden, we started trying only Indian food places every week. Without fail, every time we agreed that Taj India was the best. We tried about 4 places downtown and in the end, it was Taj India that we were going to EVERY Friday. Their lunch buffet is my favorite thing on this planet. It is $7.50 (a little pricey for me) but I just load up on everything and enjoy every mouth-watering bite. I highly recommend them!! All smiles here! more