Really wonderful Indian cuisine, but especially because of the lunch buffet. I love Indian food, but often struggle with what to choose, so the buffet is the perfect way to sample multiple dishes. Great food, great service. It's a regular in my rotation. read more

The dinner buffet is back on weekends! I so missed coming here to eat. We were seated quickly even though there were 3 other groups in front of us. There's construction outside of the restaurant but it's open! I love that there is usually a small sign above each dish so you know what you are getting and what is in it, whether it's gluten-free, etc. Tandoori chicken is a favorite along with anything korma. I'm not a fan of the goat curry. The chili chicken has a nice heat to it - hits you in the back of your throat. The papadam with tamarind chutney is a favorite snack. I could fill up on it and it's just an accompaniment. There were at least 2 kinds of rice and one tray of naan. I love the desserts at the buffet. The rice pudding is cold with just a hint of cardamom. I also love the cream of wheat pudding. It's served hot. I didn't eat the balls of milk pastry in honey this time because you would have had to roll me out of the restaurant. Water was quickly refilled and used dishes were removed once during our dinner. Service is always pleasant. read more

Portions may have gotten a bit smaller but still the best Indian food in the north hills!

Went here last night for dinner with a friend, they sat us in a table and forgot about us. There was no service at all, no menu no drinks, we had to call someone to pay attention to us. We ended up just getting the buffet instead because there is NO service available, (they were not busy at the time). For the price of the buffet it was Not worth the money, food was not fresh, meat was dry. Will not return to this place again. read more

They have the best lunch buffet! Food is always fresh and warm and they have the best variety and amazing naan!

This is the first time I have been to Taj Mahal in years and it is really even better that ever. The waiter was very prompt, pleasant and kind, the food arrived pretty quickly and was delicious and piping hot we ordered an combo appetizer and combo dinners. I prefer their vegetarian meals but the meats tasted great also. Very reasonable prices as well. Plenty of fresh naan and we have enough leftovers for another meal! They really make you feel happy and comfortable here. They are taking every possible precaution against COVID and even the bathrooms were sparkling clean with plenty of soap and paper towels. read more

I hadn't tried the Taj Mahal in quite some time - long before their renovations several years ago. We dined here last week on a Thursday evening and the place was pretty packed. Had a hard time finding a parking spot to be honest. We were seated quickly and bellied up to the buffet. Our price was $14 and it was well worth it. There was a terrific variety of dishes to try including goat, chicken, and vegetarian options. Tikka Masala, palak paneer, naan, samosas, tandoori chicken, chicken biryani, basmati rice and many curry options tested my plate capacity. The food was tasty and mildly spiced. If you like your spice level at 5 or spicier, you might want to order directly from the menu. Many diners around us ordered family style and the sizzling pans filled with curries tickled our taste buds. Back the buffet for round two. Second plate was filled with sweet treats like those gulab jamon (milk puffs in honey sauce) and kheer pudding. Fantastic way to finish the meal. read more

Since it was sold it's gone downhill .. it was always worth the drive from where we live but now I wouldn't cross the street for it.

Amazing lunch buffet menu. Many more choices than other restaurants. Very attentive staff. Highly recommend read more

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I have tried a few dishes from the menu and so far all the dishes I had were delicious. Good service and must try the samosas!!!!

Amazing variety. We came later in the evening and the food was very fresh! We drove an hour to get there an needed to get our prayers in and the manager set up the back room for my husband and I ! Amazing service ! read more

Awesome buffet huge selection of seasoned favorites plus some unknowns. One of our favorite go to Indian cuisine.

My first visit was Sunday-- the lunch buffet was from 11 am to 3 pm, but I saw some customers order from the menu. It was relatively busy throughout the hour I was there. The buffet has a wide variety of items to try, which is what I loved since I'm not super familiar with Indian food. The classic tikka masala, naan bread, basmati rice and tandoori chicken were available, along with vegetarian choices, fried appetizers, salads and dipping sauces. Desserts were yummy, too. I'd definitely recommend and I plan to return. read more

Had to update my review and should have done it earlier. Have returned several times in last few months and have to say everything has been great. Buffet is back and so many excellent choices even better than before. Best Indian food in Pittsburgh by far!! Most recently had the goat vindaloo and chicken65 both were spiced just how I wanted and enough for several leftover meals. Highly recommended. read more

Food is good but a little too spicy on a scale 1to10 its a 7 in heat. Staff is very accommodating.

I've never been a huge fan of Indian food, but a few buddies and I decided to give it a try after a round of afternoon golf and I was pleasantly surprised with the Chicken Tikka Masala. The waitress told me that this dish was a fan favorite. My buddies got lamb dishes, and they said that their meals were fantastic as well. Would highly recommend to anyone living in the greater Pittsburgh area. I also heard their lunch buffet is fantastic! read more

A friend and I visited for the dinner buffet on a Saturday and were absolutely delighted! The food was some of the best Indian food I have ever had. Everything just seemed to have a depth that I've not experienced at other restaurants. The tikka masala, chana masala, raita, curried goat, kofta, and Naan we're all standouts. The service was awesome. Although it was crowded we did not feel rushed. Definitely will go back. read more

Great buffet with many options for vegetarians, vegans and omnivores. But on busy days (like Sundays), don't try to linger after your meal. They want the table turned over for the next group. Understandable, even though 60 minutes is hardly a long time for a group of four to take for a meal. read more

I am a huge fan of the Taj Mahal Restaurant, before and after its renovation. The service is always exceptional and the food is amazing. I usually go to the Thursday night dinner buffet but I can also be found there any day that the buffet is open. The food is always fresh and they refill the food very frequently. So if there is not something that is there on your first pass through it is usually filled by the second time you go up. I enjoy the pakora fritters the best. I just love dipping them in the yogurt, mint, and that sweet brown sauce. Then I head to the Chicken Tikka Masala and Goat Curry, spicy and so flavorful. And the one thing that I go up for over and over again, the Palak Paneer. Creamy spinach with cheese cubes cooked in it. I was always put off by this dish because it looks so green and chunky, but one day I braved my fear of it and got some. I have never looked back. This is amazing and so good AND good for you! Spinach is amazing. And their dish is not to be missed. read more

After hearing all the good reviews about this place from friends and fellow yelpers, I had to try for myself. I came in with high expectations, and walked out with great satisfaction! This must be the BEST Indian buffet I had in Pittsburgh so far! The atmosphere is very dynamic, bright, clean and family friendly. I came here for the $12 dinner buffet. There were so many choices to choose from and each dish was cooked to perfection--fresh ingredients and quick refills. I wanted to try a little bit of everything, but my stomach surrendered too soon. I was a bit disappointed they didn't have samosa though. Overall, I highly recommend Taj Mahal to those with a passion for Indian cuisines and a huge appetite. Dinner buffets are only available Monday, Thursday and Saturday. I will definitely return here again in the near future to finish up some unfinished business (the other half of the buffet I didn't get to try). read more

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Taj Mahal provided incredible food at our wedding this August. I was planning a wedding remotely from San Francisco, and heard only good things about Taj. Usha was so kind during both our food tastings--she had us taste the food to our heart's content and was really committed to making our event special. She delivered a customized menu--for example I really wanted coconut water at the wedding, and she made it happen and even put little custom stickers on the coconuts. Usha also served mango lassi and kulfi at our outdoor wedding so the guests could keep cool. She made a pasta dish for the few people who don't eat Indian food, and also served cupcakes in addition to Indian sweets. We were at a venue that had a tandoor, so all the food was made on-site and was very fresh. If you get a chance, try the tandoori shrimp, mini-lamb chop, and pani poori. My favorite part of the wedding were the various stations during cocktail hour. Taj provided a chaat station, dosa station, kabab station, and pain-puri station. Usher's staff were professional and friendly, and the food was presented very nicely. After the wedding, we did find out from the wedding planner that the cocktail hour food was delayed, but neither us nor our families noticed since we were enjoying our coconuts! The only logistical negative was that we didn't have an official contract and everything was done via email. So, it was a little difficult to communicate all the menu details/allergies/ingredient list etc. via email. Overall we want to give a huge thanks to Usha and team for our beautiful wedding. Many guests told us this was the best food they've ever had at a wedding, and I have to agree! read more

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We ended up here when the Indian restaurants close to I-76 were both closed on Monday and the Indian craving had already been triggered. This was a bit out of our way but we ended up enjoying the detour and felt it was worth it for the awesome food we found here. The restaurant had a lot of people but staff was quick to seat us, provide us with water, and clear plates. Food on the lunch buffet was delicious! Some highlights were the fish curry (salmon), chicken tikka masala (so moist), zucchini with lentils (with the vegan options), and the best vegetable korma I have ever tried. Not sure if we are just used to MD prices but 3 adults and 1 child for around $34 is a great deal. Might have to take another detour for lunch on our next trip to the mid-west . read more

And outstanding Asian Indian restaurant in Pittsburgh friends who are from India originally recommended Taj Mahal to us today at least 50% of the patrons are from India which is a good sign that you're getting the real deal not Americanized cuisine One caveat the buffet today has all vegetable & chicken dishes except for one of goat curry so if you do not want to eat vegetarian goat or chicken you might want to order from the menu overall very good food The atmosphere is very busy and a little loud so I would not recommend Taj for a romantic dinner for two read more

Doesn't look like much when you drive up but the food is phenomenal. Loved the service as well!

Taj Mahal offers a solid lunch buffet for only $8.99 during the week! I was very happy with the selection included in the buffet, which has apps, entrees, & dessert. They also feature an entree (either daily or weekly, I can't quite remember) in the buffet to ensure you get to try different things if you make multiple visits. I was also impressed with the aesthetics of the restaurant. It is clear that the owners put their profits back into the business. Since we had the buffet, I don't have much to highlight in terms of services - no complaints, no major compliments. I'd certainly be back if in the area and want to try their non-buffet options at some point as well. read more

I've come here for years and always find great traditional Indian cuisine. Whether dine in or delivery it's always great stuff. The lamb curry is a masterpiece. read more

My boyfriend and I came to Taj Mahal on a Saturday night for dinner per the suggestion of a Yelper from Pittsburgh and we were not disappointed. Taj Mahal was definitely the best Indian food that I have ever had. The manager greeted us a few minutes after we sat down and asked us "What do you like and are you vegetarian?" before providing his suggestions. We followed all of his suggestions and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. For an appetizer, we had the non-Veg platter which was a platter of chicken strips, shrimp, a Samosa and lamb. The samosa (filled with meat and not just veggies like I am used to) was the best of the platter to me. I thought that this platter was good but could do without it next time. For entrees, we had the Chicken Tikka Masala and the Manager's Special: Shrimp in a yellow peanut and almond sauce. Both were delicious! I have had the Chicken Tikka Masala a hundred times and always found it to be too tomato sauce-y for me however this version was much more creamy and tasted similar to a curry. I loved it! I was a little skeptical about how exactly shrimp in a peanut and almond sauce would taste but it was soo good! I would order again and again. We also ordered a side of Garlic Naan that tasted great dipped in the sauces of our entrees. Overall this Indian food was delicious and the beat meal that I had in Pittsburgh. Go with the Manager's suggestions and you won't be disappointed. read more

Taj Mahal - Garlic Naan, Chicken Tikka Masala, Non-Veg appetizer platter, Manager's Special: Shrimp in Almond and Peanut Sauce (Clockwise) - Indian Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We stopped here on our weekend trip through Pittsburgh. We have had a wide variety of Indian food at different locations, and this is some of the best we have had. It had very good flavors without being over the top with spice level. Their variety on the buffet was one of the best I have ever seen, with everything nicely labeled as vegan, gluten free, etc. The desserts were also delicious with a wide variety. They did not skimp on variety or freshness. My daughter, who is 12 and not prone to exaggeration or even favor, rated them a high 5 stars also. read more

Loved it here! Recommended by some friends on the north side. This place has a weekend buffet from 7-9 and it is very busy!! We went here one Saturday afternoon. We thought they'd have a buffet but they didn't so we decided not to go there but while in the parking lot changed our mind and went back inside. After looking over the menu we chose the non-vegetarian platter and chicken vindaloo which was plenty for two to share. The platter came with so much food it was enough to make two meals. *check picture* I don't remember everything that was on it but it all tasted great!! It was hot, fresh and delicious. Our waitress was very kind and accommodating convincing my husband to buy two beers instead of sticking to water. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is an Indian lover. read more

Taj Mahal - Non veggie platter and chicken mango curry, Chana chaat - Indian Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We have tried several Indian restaurants in Pittsburgh. This buffet and everything we have ever ordered off the menu is by far the best!! In addition to fantastic fresh food, the service is always delightfully friendly. Never want to go anywhere else! read more

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Omg how delicious! Somehow my BFF and ended up order 70$ worth of food lmao. But it was worth it!! I have not had the best luck with Indian food, but this time I don't think it was possible for anything to taste bad! (Except their pickled cucumbers, they weren't the cucumber I'm used to and I did NOT love it.) I ordered some lamb in this spicy sauce and man it was on the money! The samosa with lamb in it was ALL that. My best friend got butter chicken and another dish for her boyfriend that I can't remember but it was all so good! I can't wait to try them again! read more

I mean, I challenge you to find a better Indian lunch buffet anywhere... I travel a lot, and Indian lunch buffets are what I hunt down wherever I am - quick, tasty, big variety - and Taj Mahal is probably the best I've ever been to. Incredible variety, not a bad dish, some excellent. Desserts 100% A+. I seriously write so many terrible reviews that it feels so good to write about a true 5 star experience! read more

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The food (dinner buffet) was good, varied and plentiful. It would have been a higher rating based on the food. However the service was non existent. Several people waiting to be seated while the staff walked past numerous times. The plates weren't cleared for a long time. No bill was brought to the table and after 10 minutes I had to flag down someone to ask. They just pointed to the register and nodded. The buffet layout was cramped and ineffective. People crowded and stepping over one another to get to the line. I would go back for a pick up buffet. The food was really good just a bad dining experience. read more

The food is very good. The family and people that work there are all kind and helpful. I miss the Buffet days before Covid... But they have a great lunch specials where you get a variety of different items. This makes me happy especially with Indian food!. The one star I took down is because there is a lot of confusion about what has dairy and what doesn't. Like I said they are very kind... But over a few years still seem confused about what has ghee/cheese/dairy. I I trust they will get more clear on vegan definition... And I will add the final star when they do. They have a very good vegetarian options and all of that is super clear. I definitely recommend this place. The non-bread is not vegan just so you know. read more

This is my favorite Indian place and one of my overall favorite places. EVERYTHING is great. Especially the lamb dishes! Even the basics like the rice and the raita - everything is wonderful. Highly recommend! read more

Have eaten here over the years and some days the food is great but some days not so great. Last night was one of those not so great nights. We got dinner (take away) last night and the chapati was stale and hard to chew, naan felt not fresh also, some of the corners were chewy and crusty. Will come back again but hoping they catch some of this inconsistency in quality... read more

Came here for the lunch buffet recently. It has the same food as your typical Indian buffet but the quality here was better in my opinion. I ended up completely cleaning 3 plates. Definitely recommended if you're in the North Hills area. read more

I could have sworn I did one already. Buffet has the greatest selection of Paneer and desserts I've ever seen. I found dishes I had never even heard of. They have a dessert called shrikhand that's mistakenly labeled as ice cream. It is absolutely delicious and one bowl wasn't enough. read more

Taj Mahal - Indian Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Having an Indian restaurant this good in the 'burgh is a treat! My go-to is their Palak Paneer - it's amazing!! I also love that they usually offer a small selection of sweets in the front case. Whether you dine in or carry out, everyone working has always been super nice and they practice social distancing. I can't wait til Covid is over so we can all once again enjoy their amazing buffet! read more

I ordered the Lamb Rogan Josh spice level 2, garlic naan, and Indian Tea when i came here for dinner and I was not disappointed! the lamb was extremely tender and the curry was incredible. Taj Mahal definitely offers some of the best Indian food in the Pittsburgh area, so if you're looking for authentic cuisine, this is a must try! read more