The ambiance is so warm and comforting, I feel like I'm sitting at a friends place. The buffet on…read morethe weekends as well worth it, it's simple but wholesome. Even though I went for the busy weekend buffet, the servers were super nice and prompt, they helped us move from the small table to a bigger booth because we needed more room. They also served us our beverages in a timely manner. The food was fresh and delicious!

We went today for lunch and really disappointed because the Goat biriyani we ordered was cold and…read morethe meat looked like it was just added to the rice without being cooked in the biriyani masala. Tandoori chicken was ok but not appetizing at all.

Open every day! Such…read morea good deal on this lunch meal. I liked everything! Nice location and restaurant, lots of parking, and friendly staff! I'm a wuss when it comes to spice, and this did have some spice (I asked for 'please mild mild'), but not enough that I couldn't eat everything!

I found one dish to be not authentic and tasting completely different. The owner said everyone…read moreloves this dish & you should have ordered something different. Finally we settled for something mediocre. Didn't like the food, didn't like the service.

We have been coming to this shopping center on a regular basis for 10 years to get the delicious…read moreand fresh bread from the bakery here. Never once have we stepped foot in this place. And that maybe was a big miss. We tried the butter chicken, naan, the chana masala, and another chicken curry that I can't remember the name of. Like most Pakistani food, it was very rich, which honestly is a sign that they are taking great care to make the food luxurious. A few bites of each dish was enough to satisfy us. We thought the dishes were a bit expensive but they ended up lasting at least two meals. I had a little bit of leftover after the second meal to take to work, which I was quite happy to do. This was probably the best butter chicken any of us had ever tasted. So tasty and the chana masala was also above average. We really enjoyed this food, although it was a bit too rich for our tastes.

The wait staff was amazing. They helped answer all our questions and helped us differentiate…read morebetween all the chai tea choices. I loved how authentic this restaurant felt. As I'm not from their culture I cannot say with certainty it is authentic but the food was certainly delicious. If you're looking for modern and shiny, this place isn't for you. They are going through renovations but it's obviously not an establish trying to impress by interior designs, but through your stomach. Everything was well seasoned. The garlic naan was perfect thinness. The samosa chaat was delicious. The chicken Biryani was one of the best I've had. This place exceeded my expectations.

I love Caravan Kebab - the owners are in the kitchen and ensure everything is fresh and delicious…read more The "caravan" is because the make a variety of Mediterranean and Indian dishes - there's hummus and there are mango lassis. The chicken tika masala puts every other version I've had to shame, rich with visible herbs. The rice is fluffy, the meats are well seasoned. I love the lamb! The owners check on diners and are happy to explain dishes. The walls are adorned with beautiful fabric tapestries and the interior has a cozy feel. Most of the dishes they make are inherently gluten-free and they are thoughtful about labeling.

I crave Mediterranean food from time time. I heard this place reopened and offers lunch buffet…read more 3 of us visited for lunch on Saturday with no reservation. We were seated right away. There were a few other people at 11:30am We asked if they do lunch buffet as I didn't see any self serve food. The staff said they offered in the past but not today.. it might come back in 2 weeks? We ordered hummus, garlic naan, fish masala and special kebabs without lamb which was accommodated per our request. The food even the side veggies were really good, we all liked everything. I like this place for good quality fresh ingredients that I don't feel overstuffed. It's probably because the food is easy to digest? This doesn't happen with other Mediterranean and Indian food. I'd like to come back when they start lunch buffet again.

My verdict in two lines: Taj Mahal stays true to its roots, offering authentic Pakistani flavors…read morewithout compromise. A place unapologetically Pakistani. The owner is super nice, and on my recent visit had a insightful conversation. I learnt that it's run by a family with a rich legacy in restaurant operations in Pakistan (Islamabad), the recipes and traditions have been passed down through generations. Women from the family are running the show inside tajmahal's kitchen, ensuring every dish carries the warmth of home cooking. With hand-slaughtered Zabiha Halal meat, strict use of premium desi ghee, and avocado oil in place of regular cooking oil, use of premium meat instead of lean Americanized chunk meats, every detail reflects their commitment to authenticity and quality. What I Tried Beef Nihari A showstopper! Rich, flavorful, and cooked in ghee with bone marrow, the tender meat melted in my mouth. One of the best Niharis i had for a long time. Perfectly spiced and an absolute must-try. Makhni Lamb Karahi Creamy, aromatic, and indulgent. The lamb had a delightful richness from chunks of fat, and desi ghee. One suggestion to them: make the meat slightly more tender and the dish would elevate to next level. Lahori Chicken Karahi Super tender chicken in a beautifully balanced, not overly tangy gravy, delicious. A bit more spice would have been ideal for me personally, but I guess it's customizable. Lahori Chole Flavor-packed chickpeas that retained their shape yet melted in the mouth--anything but bland. Pulao Fluffy, nicely cooked rice in broth, though a touch heavy on cinnamon caused a little bitterness. i hope that's not a regular thing. Btw, pulao is their default rice. Naan & Kulcha Not the best i ever had. but good accompaniments, soft and warm. Firni Sticky, milky, and caramel-like, served cold--a sweet, delicious satisfying finish. Final thoughts: i think i can skip vancouver trips for nihari and karahi. amounts are generous. With plans to expand the menu, it's a must-visit for lovers of authentic Pakistani cuisine.

Delivery review In…read moreshort Wonderful food, wonderful flavors. Lots of goat, beef, and lamb. The menu isn't the longest, at least online, but what's here is excellent and worth repeats. In long It sounds like this is Pakistani, rather than Indian. It probably makes sense to list it under Indian, too, since people will be in the mood for this if they're in the mood for Indian, but you can definitely tell you're not eating the same stuff, and it's definitely not Americanized. The flavors are much bigger and stronger than typical American food. One caveat: We had the slowest driver ever, and we're already some distance from the place. So through no fault whatsoever of theirs, I'm very much wanting to try all these things fresh and hot. Beef Samosa Big airy pockets with thin but chewy crust. Nice warm seasonings inside, plenty of flavor. Ground chuck is most of the filling. Dahi Bhalla Cool yogurt with tons of savory seasonings all over the place, still very much in harmony. Nice fluffy lentil fritters under the sauce. Really good, very unexpected with how many different flavors you get in the sauce. Chilli Onion Masala Naan Nice chewy naan, big tangy hot flavors on top. Tons of toppings compared to most naan I've ordered anywhere else, closer to what we might think of as a flatbread. Delicious. Beef Haleem Serious comfort food that comforts you in ways you just haven't been. Tons of seasonings, huge flavors (this is very much a theme with these dishes). I thought I was fully adventurous in my dining but all these flavors make me feel like I've been sheltering my palate way too much. Mixed Pickle Always nice to add this to an order. Not too crazy new and different; we always have a jar of this in the fridge. Delicious for sure. This whole meal really made me sit up and take notice of what I was eating. I'm so looking forward to leftovers tonight.

First time here, ordered on way and picked up 30 min later. Quick and easy. Restaurant looked clean…read moreand was decorated nicely, there were a few families eating but it was also only 4:30 pm. The food was pretty darn good, portion sizes great and food hot! Ordered medium spice butter chicken, curry lamb and aloo gohbi and all was great! Added 2 rice and got 3 free garlic naan, one with each entree ordered, that was a pleasant surprise! Priced fair, will go again. Excuse the non picture review, it was good and was eaten as soon as we got home!

Disappointed. I have been ordering from Spice Kitchen for…read moreyears and everything has always tasted great. However, in the last year the quality has declined. I kept trying but my last order crossed the line of "unacceptable". The butter chicken was nothing but tomato paste and I ended up taking out the chicken and heating up some store-bought sauce instead. The vindaloo was so watered down that it lacked flavour. I hope this is just a phase, but I have been disappointed too many times to go back.

I am from Chicago live near Pakistani food heaven Devon Ave and I believe I certainly can…read moredifferentiate good and bad Desi food. I ordered Beef Nehari, mutton kadhai, Daal mukhkhi naan and plain rice. Each and every item was 10 out of 10 so tasty yet not too hot. If you live or visiting Vancouver/Surrey in BC and like Pakistani food then you must visit Gulberg and thanks to me that I guided you towards great Pakistani food. Prices are very reasonable, courteous staff and counter pickup so no extra spending

This restaurant needs lots of improvement…read more I should have left the minute I walked in I don't know why I didn't I guess I was hungry Between the screaming children and my hunger pains I stayed I had their teeny tiny little Buffet here's what it's got going for it it comes with a chai tea and it's really cheap only $8.99 There's literally nothing on their Buffet you get some very mildly spiced chickpeas there is some lightly Curry potatoes and you get halwa . It comes with onions thick yogurt that's sitting in the sun and your tea you also get bread with it The bread came out beautiful but absolutely so greasy I could not eat the whole thing As for service there is none and they ask you for a tip I didn't give a tip cuz that's stupid when I have to do everything myself the Ambiance it's old it's dated and it's gross looking is it a meal yeah I guess so All three items that were on the buffet that were supposed to be hot or barely room temperature the buffets look like they were broken apart not a great day would I come back ... no I would not come back very disappointed I would give this a three out of 10

The food was very flavourful & hot everytime it came out. Highly recommended…read more I would def recommend trying this restaurant.

The food tasted delicious. You can see the spices in the meat and it was freshly made. I highly…read morerecommend Time To Grill. The place had nice cutlery and glasses. Need a better layout, it felt a bit cramped. The lady serving us was great. Very polite.