Taj Cuisine of India
1500 NW 23rd St, Oklahoma City, OK, 73106
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Address :
1500 NW 23rd St
Oklahoma City, OK, 73106 - Phone (405) 601-1888
- Website https://www.tajokc.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
India is the birth place of Chicken Tikka Masala and Curries. Indian foods are prepared with a blend of finely mixed spices quite popular across the region. The spices develop the rich taste in Indian food enough to boggle your mind. The ever-increasing fan base of Indian food around the New York city is steadily increasing because of the large number of Indians who traveled to the land of dreams. The Indians also brought their very own vibrant, colorful, and aromatic authentic dishes for the people in the West. While most of the Indian population is Vegetarian, Indian food is great for people who are looking for vegan or vegetarian food option. If you are a Meat lover, don't get disappointed yet. Indian food also boasts of some popular non-vegetarian dishes too. Few examples are the famous Butter Chicken, Mutton Biryani and Tandoori Chicken are enough to satisfy your taste buds.
Indian food has gained reputation all over the world especially in the United States. You can find many places serving the appetizing Indian food across all major cities in the US. India is a diverse country with different food culture originated from different parts of the country. While the Northern region boasts tandoori dishes and korma offering royal taste, the Western Ghats offers sea foods that is made in naturally sweet tender coconut milk. The South Indian food servers a quality of different dishes made from rice accompanied with spicy chutneys, curries and famous sambhar. Also, the Indian sweets are a delight to relish. If you ever want to have a burst of sugar syrup in mouth, don't forget to try few Bengali Sweets. Be it spicy, tangy, or sweet flavor, you can find everything in the Indian cuisine. Be assured that the melody of spices will surely bring delight to you.
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Foo D.
I never liked indian food until today. Best. Food. Ever.
(5)Annie T.
Walked in and felt like I was transplanted to the set of The Hundred Foot Journey. Okay not really but the hole in the wall family restaurant totally fits the need of a great indian place in OKC! We got there pretty early so the restaurant was slightly empty but that didn't scare us off. I wish I could order off the menu but it was kind of gibberish, I'm all in for a good buffet anyway! Mom, pops and I all went the buffet route and I had to restrict going back for me and more. We also all got the chai tea and it was perfect. Can't wait to go back to get my indian food fix soon! This was the best I've had in the city so far!
(4)Rakshit P.
Continuing my search for decent Indian food in OKC, something I deeply miss, I ended up at this place today. I got in around 11:30ish about 30 minutes after opening. Went for the lunch buffet that was ready. Everything was cold to begin with. The rice was fragmented into small pieces, the naan was saggy, every curry that had a resembling color had the exact same taste, the meat was undercooked! There was a gross deficit of salt and spices in everything! Everything looked attractive though; in very bright colors showing the amount of artificial food colors used in the process. As a bonus, for the 40 minutes I was there, the staff were talking out loud, laughing and making some nasty comments about customers in a language I unfortunately understand, but I guess my appearance spared me from that part. There was not one native except for me in a restaurant with about 30 customers and I guess that explains why things tasted the way they did. I don't even think things were cooked today to begin with. What a Disrespect to Indian food! Never returning to this restaurant again!
(1)Mary C.
I got the buffet to go during lunch. It was $9.50 for rice, naan, and 4 curry's. The food was delicious. However when you order the buffet to go, the cashier will walk you to the buffet and fill the to go box for you; it was a strange encounter. The staff was very polite and courteous.
(4)Alan G.
I used to love a good Indian buffet when I lived in the Bay Area out in California. There were so many different places, I was almost spoiled. I saw that Taj got 'best of OKC' in the Gazette. I'll be back.
(4)Veronica F.
I hadn't heard anything spectacualar about this place, it just happens to be near my home. I also just happen to like Indian food. Walking in, I was pretty impressed with the interial design. We didn't have to wait long to be seated. I don't even know if they have a menu because my eyes were already looking toward for the buffet. The selection of food on the buffet was a little small compared to Gopuram, but had all the staples. Unfortuanately, the food was also pretty... blah. Although there was shrink wrap over the food, I highly doubt that it was very fresh. It was tolerable, but I can find better Indian food for their price.
(2)Lyndi Z.
Confession: I've never really gotten into Indian food. So when a friend requested that as the starting point for her bachelorette and a night on the town, I was skeptical. When I pulled up to Taj, I was even more skeptical. But when I got out of the car and took one whiff, I knew it would be just fine. They had our table ready for us and even squeezed in an extra chair for an unexpected guest. To the staff's credit, I think we were trying to have a very different dining experience than is customary at Taj. A few examples: Several of us wanted to order off the menu but they only brought one menu and took it from the first person to look at it and it was never seen again. There was a wine/champagne list on the table, and when we asked for champagne they said they didn't have it. They later returned with a bottle of luekwarm champagne and no glasses. Another guest tried to order a bottle of red. Guess what? They didn't have it (and really didn't this time). I guess I just don't know why you'd have a list with things you don't have. It is totally OK to only offer by the glass. One friend asked how they could have glasses but no bottles and we decided that it must be a BotaBox situation, but judging by the wine it is more like Fauxtabox. In the end, we all got the buffet, which was not a bad choice given all the options compared to the low price. It is AYCE, seemed fresh and had a variety of mains, sides and desserts. I enjoyed the chicken tika masala, rice, and naan the most, which is precisely what I would've loved to order fresh off the menu. I enjoyed it enough that I would be willing to give Taj another try, but next time I will fight for my right to look at a menu and will happily settle for a beer.
(3)Jennifer D.
Best Indian food buffet in OKC! Crowded and loud on a Friday night, but the food is definitely worth it.
(5)Slippery R.
I like this place. I find their variety and creativity are a welcome change to modern Indian cuisine in the US. I tried the mushroom curry, chana Masala, daal, sauteed broccoli and garlic, eggplant, aloo Gobi, and some others I forgot. If you have a chance to dine at Taj, don't miss it! Eating here will tickle your taste buds and leave you wanting more. (I took some food home with me and ate it cold for breakfast the next morning...and it was just about as delicious as the night before. I would not try this with just any Indian restaurant, mind you.)
(5)Joey L.
Holy shit this place is good. I think it's the best Indian food in the OKC area. I haven't eaten at all of them, but I would say this one is the best compared to where I've been. They have a good selection of foods on their buffet and it always seems to be warm and new, which is a nice surprise from most buffets. They have a good mix of foods for carnivores and herbivores. The spices are quite nice too. They have a different chicken dish everytime I have gone in there, yesterday it was a seseme chicken that was quite tasty. The staff is very good and will fill your water glasses relentlessly. I dig it.
(5)Tina C.
This restaurant has an incredible variety. I tried a nibble of everthing and it ALL was delish :-)
(5)Stephan H.
Great food, super-friendly staff and the buffet is a bargain. The chili fish is amazing.
(4)Senie S.
Great place to go for lunch!! I stopped by here for lunch one day when I was in Oklahoma City for work. The person I was with this day lives in OKC and says he loves Indian food and this place has the best lunch. Before knowing about this place I found out the person I went with only eats organic and is vegan as well cuts out pretty much anything delicious, so I was very iffy going to eat with him in general. When we were driving here I was thrown off by all the things around this area and what we passed. It is in a little rough part of town, and on the outside looked sketchy. Walking into this place I noticed that it was much nicer than the outside was and they also had a lunch buffet. I have rarely experienced an Indian lunch buffet, mostly because I never make it in time. For lunch we had the lunch buffet so it was great being able to try all the popular foods you would normally get for a cheaper price than ordering 10 entrees. The buffet was very well laid out and they have all the basics most people order when they are new to the cuisine. They had vindaloo, tikka masala, naan, and even some desserts that are popular. I tried a little bit of everything, literally everything. Very small portions on each dish, but I just wanted to make sure I got the full experience, so judge me! I could go on for days about each dish, but overall it is very good! As we were finishing our lunch it got very busy as well, so you can see that this place is popular. They are quick and convenient and you feel good after eating this food than you would eating fast food for lunch. Of course, like any buffet you enter the food coma, but it was well worth it. I would like to come back to this place for lunch or even dinner so I could try something new. When you have a buffet they tend to not make things as spicy as you would like them, so if I go back I think I would order something specifically for me.
(3)Nigel P.
I think this place is a 3 star Indian buffet, but since I find it better than the other options in OKC, I'll give it 4 stars. It's strange living here in terms of Indian buffets. There are so many options, but none are that good. The Navratan Korma, Palak Paneer, Chicken Tikka Masala are usually the most reliable staples at any Indian buffet and they are just decent at Taj. Fortunately for Taj, despite its mediocrity, it is significantly better than its competition. Gopuram has hands down the best selection, but the lowest quality. I think their Navratan Korma literally has cream of broccoli soup in it and their Palak Paneer tastes almost exactly like frozen creamed spinach. The only thing Gopuram wins at is mango custard, which isn't the best selling point for an Indian buffet. Khazana has the most bland Chicken Tikka Masala (and everything else) I've ever tasted and in general, is the worst Indian restaurant I've ever been to (it has good reviews though; maybe I went on an off day). Tandoor Restaurant has GREAT food if you order off the menu, but their buffet is tiny and unappealing. In essence, Taj wins by disqualification. I don't love the place, but I am so thankful that at least one Indian buffet in town sort of gets it.
(4)Gigi N.
This is my go to place when I'm craving for Indian food. I usually go for their buffet. Everything is flavored very well! The service is great. I always leave satisfied.
(4)Melissa S.
This is honestly my favorite restaurant in OKC- mostly because I love Indian food and can't figure out how to cook it myself. Dioni is always an attentive and nice server. The buffet has a wide and delicious variety- I've never ordered or looked at the menu because I'm so happy with the buffet. I've been there at least 15 times and only had one bad experience- I went once early on a Tuesday lunch and the food didn't taste fresh. I think they were serving leftovers from the day before. Can't blame them, but for the freshest quality try it on a weekend. LOVE the mushroom coriander, broccoli poriyal, and chicken tika marsala. The naan is always soft, fresh, and wonderful.
(5)Linda E.
I'm a bit torn on how to rate this place since I just had the best tasting gulab balls ever! However the main entrees were a bit short on my list! For about $11 you can have access to their lunch buffet, which is a great deal. The food is good and worth the price. However I have had great indian food so in comparison this was just ok.
(3)Jason B.
The buffet was fresh and hot. I thought the mushroom soup was absolutely delicious. If you like Indian cuisine you should give this place a try.
(4)Bree S.
Everything is just OK. I feel like every dish was missing like one thing that would make it excellent. The food was not spicy or seasoned enough for anyone who likes their food above mild. They also lack a few dishes I see as staples at Indian restaurants.
(3)Cielo G.
Excellent for OK City, but there's always room for improvement. The spicy chicken dishes were phenomenal, while the saag, eggplant, and others missed the mark. The owner's broccoli/mung bean/coconut concoction was splendid! Roti wasn't the greatest, as it didn't appear to be truly whole wheat. Worth the stop. Great buffet. Clean.
(4)Byron H.
Not bad, but the food didn't quite have the flavor to grab me. I also happen to prefer white meat for my chicken, and it was all dark meat. The lamb was also rather grisly. I'll keep looking for a solid Indian lunch buffet.
(3)Le T.
The buffet had a lot of options and everything tasted wonderfully. The price is reasonable. Would definitely return with no hesitation.
(5)Anish M.
Worst Indian food in okc..we had the buffet. .The food was old...we will never go back. ...
(1)steve k.
I have not been a huge fan of Indian food in the past. I tried one other place and liked some of the things on the buffet, but did not love any of it. This was not the case at Taj. On my first trip to the buffet, I took small samples of about 8 different things and was blown away by how delicious every single one of them was. Everything was cooked perfectly and nothing was old or cold. On my second trip I got some refills of many of those dishes and tried a few others. Even the foods I normally do not care for like lentils were delicious. If you have only tried a handful of Indian restaurants and are convinced you do not like it, or if you are a fan of Indian food, you should try Taj. Every one should. It is delicious.
(5)Rebecka M.
This has become one of our regular lunch spots when we manage to stray from the office. The food is consistently good as well as service. They don't seem to change up the buffet which I like, because I always know they'll have what I want. I've never been offered a menu so I'm guessing it's strictly a buffet. I've never asked, it could be one of those places that has a secret menu if you are in the know. I have primarily been here for lunch but have had dinner here once. It was pretty much the same menu, with just a few changes. They had a really good noodle dish at dinner that I'd never seen at lunch.
(5)Spencer R.
If you want Indian buffet in OKC, THIS is it. It's as good as it gets here kids. Offish my fave Indian place so far. Service is awesome, food always seems well stocked and fresh, place is super clean and inviting. It's not in a gas station. The restaurant is conducive to conversation with friends, and surprisingly the place is usually not that crowded, because backwards folks don't dare eat foreign food. The flavor is good on just about everything. The Tikka Masala is good, the spicy chicken is good, the Biryani is good, the lamb curry is good. I've had better on some of the other options, but certainly not in the ole O to the K to the C. The location is good, right on 23rd street next to Mutts. This is my Indian place. I will say, don't try to pull in left turning off of 23rd while someone is pulling out. There is a concrete curb on the far side of the pull in, and the ingress is really tight, with a bunch of concrete debris on part of the driveable ingress. I went to pull in while some goof ball in a van pretending to be driving out (but stationary) was covering most of the ingress and once I began my turn I saw all the concrete debris and the odd patio curb and was unable to complete pulling in, so I had to drive in the wrong direction to the next ingress at the next shop down so as not to block traffic. Thank goodness nobody was coming in the other direction. It was rather traumatic. I would recommend turning left before the restaurant and entering from the other street due to the poorly engineered entry on 23rd.
(4)Samantha K.
The restaurant itself wasn't the nicest, but if the food is great, who cares? Right? Well the food wasn't great, but it was good. I really enjoyed the chicken tikka masala and the basmati rice, but that was about it. There was only one other chicken dish, one beef dish and a couple lamb dishes. There were more vegetable dishes than anything and I didn't particularly enjoy any of them. The fried onion fritter was good. My husband enjoyed the mango custard but said it had the texture of baby food. It was okay overall but we wouldn't go back. We'd been to Khazana a few years ago when in town and really enjoyed it. Next time we know...
(3)Jenn S.
i've been here approaching a dozen times, and i've never had anything but stellar food and service. the buffet is the clear favorite and what i'd suggest so that you can get a sampling of everything. it's also very vegetarian friendly. i've ordered off menu as well, and it did not disappoint. i'd suggest the masala dosa if you do. it comes with the traditional chutneys for dipping. the masala dosa is veggie friendly, and you'd have to double check, but i think gluten-free. don't quote me on the gluten part, but i know it's made with a lentil wrap and filled with potatoes. vegetable korma is a cauliflower-lovers dream come true. the palek paneer is creamy and perfect, and if you're in on the day they've got the cabbage sabzi out, don't pass it up. if you're a carnivore, the chicken tikka misala is yum (and if you go off menu, opt for the lamb tikka). the chili chicken is delicious and quite spicy with chili paste and jalapenos. the mango pudding is good, especially if you're sensitive to the hot dishes. i can take the heat and want more spice, even, but i've had to work up to that! TRY the gulab jamun if you haven't. basically it's pancake balls. soaked in rosewater syrup. i mean ... come on? SO good. they do have wine, too. so it's a nice place to have a dinner. OH, and you'll always hear traditional india pop music, which is a lovely touch. it's always clean, and the proprietors are friendly and will remember you.
(5)Helen M.
I'd been hearing both good and bad about this place since it's relocation. We were the first in for the dinner buffet. It was apparent after the first bite of spinach pakora that it had been fried for lunch. That goes for the naan as well. Re-serving cheap deep fried foods doesn't bode well for the rest of the menu. The paneer along with the chana and eggplant dish were pretty tasty but the vegetable korma was watery and bland. My wife said that both the chicken tikka and lamb were very dry. Pretty mediocre. I love Indian/Pakistani food but cutting corners even on a buffet line sucks. That said, the service was friendly and attentive and if I were to ever come back I would order off the menu... but I'm not coming back since this isn't the only option in OKC for Indian food!
(2)L C D.
I was here for business and felt like having some curry. I Yelped and found this place. Off the beaten path but so worth it. The food was fantastic and the staff was friendly and helpful! Strongly recommend going here it will not disappoint.
(5)D T.
4 stars for OKC. 3 stars elsewhere. Much better than Gopuram and the buffet equivalent of Ajanta. Not even close to garage M'hal but thats a food truck in Austin. The buffet items have gotten more spice in the 9 months we have been coming. Good for a quick Indian fix but its not Toronto or London.
(4)Angela S.
This is my go-to place for warm, delicious comfort food. The sambhar soup makes me happy. The buffet has a wide variety of choices for omnivores and the chicken tiki masala here is one of my favs. The staff is nice and attentive and we never leave unsatisfied.
(4)Lauren E.
I always go here when I am in Oklahoma City. The buffet is amazing. The food is great and the staff is super friendly and attentive.
(5)Jeff M.
I've been wanting to point something out because I've heard/read so many people state/write it as such (in person, on Yelp, or otherwise). So let me get this out of the way before moving on to the actual review: It's not "naan bread." It's simply "naan." Naan is literally... bread. So when people refer to it as naan bread, they're stuttering "bread bread." Also see "chai tea," which translates to "tea tea." There's even a chance that you've seen these words on a menu somewhere. Make sure to point out to the Indian owners that they shouldn't pander to your non-Indian sensibilities. I'm sorry. I've had that weighing on me for a while and needed to get it off my chest. Onward and upward. I was looking for reasons to hate Taj. It used to be one of three (or so) options for Indian food in this city a decade (or so) ago. It also used to be located near the intersections of NW Expressway and MacArthur Ave (in a building that has since been demolished; right in front of what is now Gatti-Town and Lifechurch). Back then, Taj was absolute garbage. Horrid, sickening, disgusting, made me consecutively projectile-vomit (not due to overeating, mind you. You're probably assuming that I was stuffing myself silly and it led to the upchucking, but your assumption would be incorrect) kind of garbage. And when the owner decided to close shop, I wished good riddance to bad rubbish. Then certain circumstances led to the owner re-opening Taj to get back into the business of making Oklahomans fatter, but this time in a different part of town. I was still bitter about how he had repeatedly tried to poison me, so I made no effort to try Taj again since it opened (three years now?). I can hold a grudge for quite a while. But I was bored of pretending to eating healthy, and one of my work colleagues was wanting Indian food. I was even more bored of Khazana, Gopuram, Ajunta, etc. and my favorite Indian places were farther than was practical to drive. So we ended up at Taj. And color me pleasantly surprised. Chili Chicken. Lemon Chicken. Chicken Lollipop. These three dishes alone (along with some of the best customer service I have received in quite some time) made my experience at Taj a solid [*][*][*][*][*]. Seriously. Each one of the aforementioned dishes were so delightful, and flavorful, and unhealthy, and rich, and spicy, and mmm! There was also a cabbage dish that was similar to something my mother makes (the name escapes me at the moment), which was enjoyable. But alas, I had to be stupid and eat all (most) of the things, which ultimately pushed the experience into [*][*][*][*] territory: - Certain pieces of naan (NAAN!) were not entirely baked; as a result they were raw(ish) and doughy, which was unpleasant. - The Chicken Biriyani was unimpressive and bland, but not nearly as unimpressive and bland as the Lamb Curry. - The Chicken Tikka Masala was standard and un-differentiable from any other Indian buffet (not necessarily a bad thing). - I didn't even bother trying some of the other things that are normally associated with Indian buffets (e.g. Saag Paneer, Vegetable Korma, Sambar, etc.) because boring Indian foodstuffs. - The desserts ranged from being okay (Kheer), to unimpressive (Mango pudding; tasted like Pepto Bismol), to quite delightful (Pineapple Halwa), to nonexistent (Gulab Jamun tray was empty). $9.70 (including tax, but before tip) for a satisfying lunch seems reasonable to me. Unsurprisingly, very little work was accomplished once I returned to the office; I had to fight the urge to take a nap the rest of the afternoon. But at least no projectile vomiting was involved. I take back all of the grousing that I had previously directed at you, Mani.
(4)Michelle C.
I read good reviews of this place and decided to stop in for dinner. I had vegetable samosas, sambar soup, and chicken tikka masala. Vegetable samosas- great! Nothing too special, but it's just what you'd expect. Lentil soup- It was much heartier than I had expected. Lots of veggie chunks, garbanzo-sized beans. It was also much more spicier than I had expected. Chicken Tikka Masala- The sauce was flavorful but I was disappointed that this dish only had dark meat chicken with skin still on some pieces. I ended up eating around the chicken.
(3)Kyle F.
After a student of mine gave me their card and said I need to go there, I quickly placed Taj in our plans for Spring Break Culinary Staycation 2014. After introducing myself and getting a tour of the buffet, we began to pile food on our plates. The wife and I started our sampling with some chicken tiki masala over rice and a slightly spicy vegetable soup (sambar) based on staff recommendations. I really liked the sambar and using the naan to clean up the masala. From there on out it was a free-for-all as we tried various dishes. I really enjoyed the chili chicken, sesame chicken, and chicken cooked in a clay oven. I went for seconds on the coriander mushrooms over lemon rice and popped a few fried onion balls (looked like hush puppies) in my mouth. The only lowlight was the lamb curry that the wife thought was a little grisly and lacked the flavor of some of the other choices. As for desserts, the pineapple halwa and little cake balls soaked in a sweet syrup (sorry, I forgot the name) were a wonderful end to the meal. Overall, we REALLY enjoyed this buffet with the many flavors and choices available. I know this sounds like a low standard, but it is surprising how many buffet establishments go for the quantity over quality and leave you wanting more for your money. Taj strikes a great balance in offering you good choices without sacrificing taste, and we look forward to visiting again.
(5)P - Z C.
Finally good Indian food in OKC! Service was okay and a larger selection would be nice, but over all very good.
(4)Angela R.
Came in for a late dinner. The service was great and the employees were really nice. Their buffet was smaller than khazana but the food was better quality and much more fresh even though it was late. Everything tasted amazing. Their spicy dishes were actually spicy too. :) Overall nice experience.
(5)Mark T.
This place serves low quality buffet. May be the substandard ingredient quality or improperly cleaned raw materials or meat or vegetables. One could tell that they are eating poor quality food for $11 every second they are at this place. I had food poisoning after eating here. Avoid this place without a doubt.
(1)KC O.
We get carry out from Taj and I've never had a dish I didn't like! Togo portions are generous and come with plenty rice and naan. Haven't tried any of the meat dishes but they look delicious in the buffet. My go-to dishes are lentil daal and channa masala. Also samosas, medu veda, and malai kofta are stellar!
(4)Meredith C.
I have been here a few times and have left happy each time! I had the buffet tonight and it was excellent. The food was all fresh and hot. The chicken tikka masala has the perfect combo of spice, heat, and cream. I thought the sag paneer was okay, but I've had much better. My friend loved vegetable korma. The chicken Tikka was also good-very moist. I also got a mango lassi, which was amazing! Good enough for dessert. Word to the wise: an OU or an ocu student id will get you 10 % off. Also I had chicken tikka masala off the menu to go before. The serving size was very large-easily 2 meals, could be 3, but get extra naan!
(5)Shawn G.
The Indian food here is very good, and they have a wide variety of meat and vegetarian dishes every day. I think the food was a bit spicier than other Indian options in the metro, which many will probably appreciate but my aging colon just did not. The only thing I found odd about the restaurant was the plastic wrap on the buffet dishes... it made it a bit hard to actually scoop up the food.
(4)Richard P.
Read the reviews and decided to check out the buffet on a Wednesday night. Really good food. I came for the Tiki Masala but came away more impressed with the lentils&squash as well as several of the veggie dishes. Clean restaurant and pleasant staff. I'll be back.
(5)Amy L.
The Red Curry or Yellow Curry with chicken is amazing with the rice and naan bread.
(4)John S.
Stopped by for the lunch buffet and it was just that. They have the same problem the last buffet at this location had. The buffet is too small. there are some good chicken and vegetarian dishes, but very few of them and none that were incredible. The naan came out late and slightly burnt. I expect more for a $12 buffet with a drink. I'm probably headed back to Khazana in Mayfair.
(3)Mr U.
good restaurant , but don't eat lamb here they are old . i had been there for 15 times and i noticed lamb is always not fresh. you can have chicken and the price is cheap
(4)Mark X.
Plenty of options and good food. Chef can cook Indian Chinese
(4)First P.
Not my favorite. Good location, but just lacking on the food side for me. I always just get the buffet, which didn't have tandoori. They don't have as many condiments and sauces that I love. The flavors seem...lifeless. No love. I don't go here when in Okc. I enjoyed all the Women staff that were there. They were very nice. The men were a little cold, but that's ok. I'm rating food wise. Wish it was better, but if you must and are near by its not bad.
(3)Jordan F.
Taj is delicious. My girlfriend and I go here more than is probably good for us, but it's consistently good every time we go. Now I'm not Indian, nor am I an expert on Indian food, but of the Indian food I've had around the metro and in other countries, Taj compares very favorably. Their Chicken Tikka Masala is great. The chicken is so tender and juicy. The eggplant masala is also amazing. I love eggplant and that dish gets it perfect. Other notable dishes: spicy chicken (not that spicy), fried fish, palak paneer, and basically everything on the buffet.
(4)Maria N.
I had the lunch buffet here and I liked the food but I was a tad disappointed. I expected the food to be a little hotter: spicier like the Indian cuisine I've had before. Regardless... anyway it was nicely prepared. The Naan really isn't the best I have had and I think they could do better. Overall the food is okay service is great and I will be eating here again.
(4)Meg W.
Taj is probably my favorite Indian restaurant in OKC. Buffets usually disappoint this vegetarian because there are usually only a few things to choose from but Taj has so many vegetarian options that it is difficult to choose: yellow dal, palak paneer, aloo matar, cauliflower curry (one of my faves), eggplant masala (looks scary but is out of this world delicious) and much more. Their naan is heavenly. Plus everything is always hot and fresh! I love the decor of the place as well; it always makes me feel super happy when I walk in just because it is so colorful. Yellow, blue, red and awesome. The service is fantastic and when you leave you can have some complimentary Indian breath freshener (just steer clear if you don't like fennel). I will definitely come here every time I crave Indian food.
(5)Chyla G.
Not the best Indian I've had, but considering where I was, I was pleasantly surprised. The buffet options were good. Stay away from the desserts - the mango pudding was grainy and the gulab jamun left much to be desired.
(3)Malaika K.
To have authentic Indian cuisine in OKC is awesome. I went in for take out & was given great customer service. Although they don't have Butter Chicken on the menu, Shanta offered to make it for me. I observed that she is very personable with her clients & has a good community base. The price is very reasonable for the amount of food you get. The ambiance is average but clean. The food was outstanding & will be going back for more take out!
(5)Rishika R.
This is a decent place to try Indian food. They have a buffet for both lunch and dinner. They have Indo-Chinese, and south Indian options on the menu, which aren't usually offered in the buffet. My favorite here is the chili chicken. I do wish the food was a little spicier.
(3)BrieAnn J.
My family and I first visited Taj a couple of years ago after it first opened on 23rd Street. We have been back MANY times since. Our overall favorite is the daal. I wish it was always available on the buffet, but even when it's not, the owner brings some to our table. We have a five-year-old, and a three-year-old, and they both eat it up. I also love the mushrooms coriander. The owners and servers are always delightful. In its time on the block, I feel like Taj has become a neighborhood staple. Good food, casual atmosphere - it's an easy place to grab lunch or dinner with the whole family. Don't miss their Diwali Dinner!
(4)Danger M.
I've eaten a lot of Indian food this place is very good clean and service polite If you have never eaten this Typ of food This place is for you it has buffet which Will allow you to sample the different foods and eat as much of what you like most they also have order from menu for those who know what they like the owner is the cook And he knows how to make it for all typs of people and tastes for a different experience Don't be afraid to try you will be surprised how much of this food you will like I'm so tired of the same old foods great place to fined new flavors in your life also there is plenty of seating for larger groups the want to try good Indian food
(5)Jeremy S.
Unfortunately, this is exactly what someone would expect if you said "Hey I know this Indian buffet in Oklahoma City". What do I mean by this? The Indian food is passable, considering there's not much incentive to challenge themselves due to the lack of competition in the area. Nothing is as spicy as it should be, which might be a plus if you're averse to pain. The tikka masala, which is how I judge most indian places, wasn't bad. They use boneless thighs so it's very tender. If I miss the Indian food from back home enough, I'll stop in every now and then. But if you fancy yourself a fan of Indian food, you will probably be disappointed with the quality here.
(2)Heather A.
Yummy! Buffet is really good! The service was excellent. I had only tried Indian food once before and those with me had never which is why we decided on the buffet. Everything was really tasty, fresh, and clean. The cauliflower curry was one of my favorites. I'll be back!
(4)AJ P.
Worth trying. Not bad selection for vegetarians. I think it may be four stars for OKC but someone who is traveling from bay area, it is a three star place. When I am back to OKC, I will go there when I want to eat Indian food.
(3)Kevin W.
I've been meaning to try Taj for awhile now simply because it is the closest Indian restaurant to my area... but I think next time I'll just keep driving. Taj isn't bad per say, it's simply just not as good as some of the other Indian restaurants in the OKC area. As I tend to do when a buffet is staring me in the face, I tried a bit of everything. The selection was slightly less than what you'd expect to find at a typical Indian buffet. Again, nothing was terrible, but nothing really stood out to me... other than the fact that all of the dishes were half covered in saran wrap. Now, this could simply be an attempt to keep the food "fresh", in which case, kudos Taj - but the fact is that it still looks tacky; I don't like messing with / removing the saran wrap myself to get to the food, and this tells me that they clearly aren't going through food fast enough for it to be as fresh at it could be. And let's be honest, you know what the hell you're getting into when you step into a buffet - obviously you are willing to sacrifice some quality for quantity due to the fact that you are feeling overly indecisive that day (and/or it's cold and rainy, you're still in you pj's, and you were just too damn lazy to go get groceries and make dinner! Can I get an amen?). Still, next time I'm having trouble making up my mind - I'll make up my mind to drive past Taj, possibly to Khazana or Gopuram - both of which I'd recommend over Taj. I will note that I've only tried the buffets at all of these places - so I am curious to try their a la carte options or hear what others have to say about ordering off of the regular menus... assuming they have them. But yes, strictly based off of the buffet alone, Khazana and Gopuram are more impressive than Taj. Overall Grade: C+
(2)Carly N.
The first thing I noticed when I first walked into Taj was the beautiful color schemes. I liked the red and gold table cloths and napkins. The buffet was pretty small so the selection is limited. I've never had Indian food before so a buffet was a great way to taste different dishes. I was surprised to see chicken on the menu because I assumed all Indian food was vegetarian. The staff was very nice and the buffet price is around $11. If you've never had Indian food before, I'd say keep an open mind. More than likely, the food will taste a whole lot better than it looks.
(3)Ashley D.
So far, this is the best Indian food I've had in OKC! Goporum has now been replaced by Taj as our new favorite. Two lunch buffets with water was just under $20. The flavoring and seasoning in every dish was distinct and didn't taste all the same. Also, the items that were marked as spicy, actually had a nice kick. Additionally, there were several tasty vegetarian options and the naan was super fresh.
(5)Benjahna L.
Great food, great service. I always go there when I'm in the mood for something different. Around $11 for buffet or takeout
(4)Charles B.
This place reminds me of The Sizzler of Indian food. Or, for us okies, I guess Western Sizzlin' would be a more appropriate comparison. I make this proclamation partly because it appears to have been a Western Sizzlin' at some point in its life. It must have also been a Mexican restaurant at one time as well with the "Caballeros" and "Damas" signs on the bathroom doors. I'm not sure what the appropriate terms are for indian gender but wish someone would take some initiative and change the signs to educate us. So, what does this have to do with anything? Nothing much really but these were my initial observations. It seems that this place suffers from an identity crisis and I'm a bit confused myself. Firstly, this is an all you can eat buffet which normally I steer clear of because anything "all you can eat" is rather, well - gauche and unappealing. Much could be said of the food here as well. I noticed an option to order from a menu was available but I've done that at other buffets and have seen the waitstaff get my items straight from the buffet so I sprinted to the smorgasbord like a Bangalore torpedo once seated iced tea in hand. Now, I am no expert on Indian food, but this had all of the "usual suspects" that I've come to know and love over the years. Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Korma, Biryani, Samosas, Chicken Tikka, Naan, Chicken Chili, Naan and Papadan, Palak Paneer and of course basmati rice and the obligatory deserts like Galub Jamun and mango yogurt were to be found. There were an assortment of other items I found suspiciously non Indian like egg and spring rolls and what appeared to be french fries but then again what do I know? Is this Northern or Southern Indian food? Is there that much of a difference? Is this the complete spectrum of Indian cuisine? I admonish my Indian friends to enlighten me but I recognized all the dishes by name and I've had them at countless other Indian restaurants around the country. Some done much better, some much worse, this lands right in the middle of the spectrum of mediocrity. As I was prepared for the "all you can eat experience" I brought my appetite and I sampled a little bit of everything and it was, well just ok. Nothing spectacular and nothing to write home about. I will give them props for not having bone in chicken dishes on their buffet as I've found that buffets will routinely use the cheapest boned meat to feed the masses so plus one for them. Although not the best I felt compelled to make a couple of return trips just to be sure I had the definitive Taj experience. And experience it I did, to the point of being uncomfortably full upon leaving. I felt that I got my money's worth of food like the ugly American I am, underwhelming as it was, but at least I left in an Indian induced food coma. Overall, I was a bit underwhelmed. The decor was Indian-esque complete with soft dulcet tones of some sitar music for added authenticity. I didn't feel transported from 23rd street to Mumbai by any stretch of the imagination but I guess I expected too much from an $11 a plate buffet. A telling sign of any ethnic restaurant is a cursory look at the clientele (yes, I'm racially profiling) to see if there are any actual indigenous folks in attendance - usually that is a tell-tale sign of authenticity and overall goodness if you will. There was a large table of Indians in the back enjoying a large spread that suspiciously was coming directly from the back instead of the buffet! I wanted to go and join them to see just what it was that they were enjoying so because it looked better than the buffet offerings.
(2)Chris P.
In Oklahoma on business, went to OKC on Saturday and decided I needed to fix my craving. So I found this place and went for it. No doubt, they know how to cook. I chose the buffet so I could sample the usual favorites--channa massala, lamb curry, basmati rice, etc. Loved it. The basmati rice had just a hint of spice to make it exquisite and the lamb curry, mmm-mmm-mmm. When done right, ha ha....no words to describe it. The one mild negative was the channa massala, which was good but a little too salty. Even so, I'd say this is one of the top three best Indian restaurants I've been to in the States.
(4)Charlie A.
I have visited this location on several occasions and have had great dining experiences. The food is really tasty!
(4)Jennifer C.
The perfect place if you're in a rush (i.e., weekday lunch) but need to satisfy your craving for good Indian food. This place's buffet is way better than Gopuram's off-the-menu items. They have all the basics -- chicken tikka masala, fresh naan, lamb curry, and paneer palak (spinach & fresh cheese). Tip: Don't get the chai masala, which is watery and overpriced.
(4)Foo D.
I never liked indian food until today. Best. Food. Ever.
(5)Spencer G.
Taj is one of the best Indian restaurants in town. The buffet costs roughly $10-11 without a drink, and it's well worth the money. There's quite the selection, including plenty of options for vegetarians. Most of the traditional Indian dishes that Americans are accustomed to are present. Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, just to name a few. If I'm being honest, I don't know the names of most of the foods that I enjoy., especially at Taj. So, I'm just going to say, visit Taj. Eat the food. You will be satisfied. I'm going to save this as a template for every restaurant that I'm fond of. Good idea Spencer. As for the restaurant environment, and customer service, it's great. It's clear that someone put a lot of thought and work into decorating Taj. It's very calming, and peaceful. They are very prompt with refills. Contact with the restaurant employees is very minimal, actually, just like it should be. The brief time that I'm in contact with them, they are very nice, and helpful. Every time that I leave Taj, I'm satisfied, and a little fatter.
(4)Michael R.
I'd give the Taj a solid B. It's a standard Indian buffet, but the honey balls are served warm and something about that is really comforting.
(4)Heather S.
Taj. I fell in love with you when you were a small romantic restaurant hidden in a strip mall. Everything was fantastic. Even the ice tea was the best in town. And the color of stout. Then you moved to that massive location that was formerly a sushi buffet. Your food changed. Maybe I changed. Maybe I just resented all the extra feet I had to walk to the buffet. And then, you moved again. 23rd street. Your food is better, but the romance is gone. Your tandoori (when it is there) doesn't even speak to me anymore. I know you...no WE are still in there...somewhere.
(3)AJ P.
Worth trying. Not bad selection for vegetarians. I think it may be four stars for OKC but someone who is traveling from bay area, it is a three star place. When I am back to OKC, I will go there when I want to eat Indian food.
(3)Heather A.
Yummy! Buffet is really good! The service was excellent. I had only tried Indian food once before and those with me had never which is why we decided on the buffet. Everything was really tasty, fresh, and clean. The cauliflower curry was one of my favorites. I'll be back!
(4)Angela S.
This is my go-to place for warm, delicious comfort food. The sambhar soup makes me happy. The buffet has a wide variety of choices for omnivores and the chicken tiki masala here is one of my favs. The staff is nice and attentive and we never leave unsatisfied.
(4)Lauren E.
I always go here when I am in Oklahoma City. The buffet is amazing. The food is great and the staff is super friendly and attentive.
(5)Michelle C.
I read good reviews of this place and decided to stop in for dinner. I had vegetable samosas, sambar soup, and chicken tikka masala. Vegetable samosas- great! Nothing too special, but it's just what you'd expect. Lentil soup- It was much heartier than I had expected. Lots of veggie chunks, garbanzo-sized beans. It was also much more spicier than I had expected. Chicken Tikka Masala- The sauce was flavorful but I was disappointed that this dish only had dark meat chicken with skin still on some pieces. I ended up eating around the chicken.
(3)Samantha K.
The restaurant itself wasn't the nicest, but if the food is great, who cares? Right? Well the food wasn't great, but it was good. I really enjoyed the chicken tikka masala and the basmati rice, but that was about it. There was only one other chicken dish, one beef dish and a couple lamb dishes. There were more vegetable dishes than anything and I didn't particularly enjoy any of them. The fried onion fritter was good. My husband enjoyed the mango custard but said it had the texture of baby food. It was okay overall but we wouldn't go back. We'd been to Khazana a few years ago when in town and really enjoyed it. Next time we know...
(3)Jeff M.
I've been wanting to point something out because I've heard/read so many people state/write it as such (in person, on Yelp, or otherwise). So let me get this out of the way before moving on to the actual review: It's not "naan bread." It's simply "naan." Naan is literally... bread. So when people refer to it as naan bread, they're stuttering "bread bread." Also see "chai tea," which translates to "tea tea." There's even a chance that you've seen these words on a menu somewhere. Make sure to point out to the Indian owners that they shouldn't pander to your non-Indian sensibilities. I'm sorry. I've had that weighing on me for a while and needed to get it off my chest. Onward and upward. I was looking for reasons to hate Taj. It used to be one of three (or so) options for Indian food in this city a decade (or so) ago. It also used to be located near the intersections of NW Expressway and MacArthur Ave (in a building that has since been demolished; right in front of what is now Gatti-Town and Lifechurch). Back then, Taj was absolute garbage. Horrid, sickening, disgusting, made me consecutively projectile-vomit (not due to overeating, mind you. You're probably assuming that I was stuffing myself silly and it led to the upchucking, but your assumption would be incorrect) kind of garbage. And when the owner decided to close shop, I wished good riddance to bad rubbish. Then certain circumstances led to the owner re-opening Taj to get back into the business of making Oklahomans fatter, but this time in a different part of town. I was still bitter about how he had repeatedly tried to poison me, so I made no effort to try Taj again since it opened (three years now?). I can hold a grudge for quite a while. But I was bored of pretending to eating healthy, and one of my work colleagues was wanting Indian food. I was even more bored of Khazana, Gopuram, Ajunta, etc. and my favorite Indian places were farther than was practical to drive. So we ended up at Taj. And color me pleasantly surprised. Chili Chicken. Lemon Chicken. Chicken Lollipop. These three dishes alone (along with some of the best customer service I have received in quite some time) made my experience at Taj a solid [*][*][*][*][*]. Seriously. Each one of the aforementioned dishes were so delightful, and flavorful, and unhealthy, and rich, and spicy, and mmm! There was also a cabbage dish that was similar to something my mother makes (the name escapes me at the moment), which was enjoyable. But alas, I had to be stupid and eat all (most) of the things, which ultimately pushed the experience into [*][*][*][*] territory: - Certain pieces of naan (NAAN!) were not entirely baked; as a result they were raw(ish) and doughy, which was unpleasant. - The Chicken Biriyani was unimpressive and bland, but not nearly as unimpressive and bland as the Lamb Curry. - The Chicken Tikka Masala was standard and un-differentiable from any other Indian buffet (not necessarily a bad thing). - I didn't even bother trying some of the other things that are normally associated with Indian buffets (e.g. Saag Paneer, Vegetable Korma, Sambar, etc.) because boring Indian foodstuffs. - The desserts ranged from being okay (Kheer), to unimpressive (Mango pudding; tasted like Pepto Bismol), to quite delightful (Pineapple Halwa), to nonexistent (Gulab Jamun tray was empty). $9.70 (including tax, but before tip) for a satisfying lunch seems reasonable to me. Unsurprisingly, very little work was accomplished once I returned to the office; I had to fight the urge to take a nap the rest of the afternoon. But at least no projectile vomiting was involved. I take back all of the grousing that I had previously directed at you, Mani.
(4)Rakshit P.
Continuing my search for decent Indian food in OKC, something I deeply miss, I ended up at this place today. I got in around 11:30ish about 30 minutes after opening. Went for the lunch buffet that was ready. Everything was cold to begin with. The rice was fragmented into small pieces, the naan was saggy, every curry that had a resembling color had the exact same taste, the meat was undercooked! There was a gross deficit of salt and spices in everything! Everything looked attractive though; in very bright colors showing the amount of artificial food colors used in the process. As a bonus, for the 40 minutes I was there, the staff were talking out loud, laughing and making some nasty comments about customers in a language I unfortunately understand, but I guess my appearance spared me from that part. There was not one native except for me in a restaurant with about 30 customers and I guess that explains why things tasted the way they did. I don't even think things were cooked today to begin with. What a Disrespect to Indian food! Never returning to this restaurant again!
(1)Mary C.
I got the buffet to go during lunch. It was $9.50 for rice, naan, and 4 curry's. The food was delicious. However when you order the buffet to go, the cashier will walk you to the buffet and fill the to go box for you; it was a strange encounter. The staff was very polite and courteous.
(4)Alan G.
I used to love a good Indian buffet when I lived in the Bay Area out in California. There were so many different places, I was almost spoiled. I saw that Taj got 'best of OKC' in the Gazette. I'll be back.
(4)Rebecka M.
This has become one of our regular lunch spots when we manage to stray from the office. The food is consistently good as well as service. They don't seem to change up the buffet which I like, because I always know they'll have what I want. I've never been offered a menu so I'm guessing it's strictly a buffet. I've never asked, it could be one of those places that has a secret menu if you are in the know. I have primarily been here for lunch but have had dinner here once. It was pretty much the same menu, with just a few changes. They had a really good noodle dish at dinner that I'd never seen at lunch.
(5)Anish M.
Worst Indian food in okc..we had the buffet. .The food was old...we will never go back. ...
(1)steve k.
I have not been a huge fan of Indian food in the past. I tried one other place and liked some of the things on the buffet, but did not love any of it. This was not the case at Taj. On my first trip to the buffet, I took small samples of about 8 different things and was blown away by how delicious every single one of them was. Everything was cooked perfectly and nothing was old or cold. On my second trip I got some refills of many of those dishes and tried a few others. Even the foods I normally do not care for like lentils were delicious. If you have only tried a handful of Indian restaurants and are convinced you do not like it, or if you are a fan of Indian food, you should try Taj. Every one should. It is delicious.
(5)Spencer R.
If you want Indian buffet in OKC, THIS is it. It's as good as it gets here kids. Offish my fave Indian place so far. Service is awesome, food always seems well stocked and fresh, place is super clean and inviting. It's not in a gas station. The restaurant is conducive to conversation with friends, and surprisingly the place is usually not that crowded, because backwards folks don't dare eat foreign food. The flavor is good on just about everything. The Tikka Masala is good, the spicy chicken is good, the Biryani is good, the lamb curry is good. I've had better on some of the other options, but certainly not in the ole O to the K to the C. The location is good, right on 23rd street next to Mutts. This is my Indian place. I will say, don't try to pull in left turning off of 23rd while someone is pulling out. There is a concrete curb on the far side of the pull in, and the ingress is really tight, with a bunch of concrete debris on part of the driveable ingress. I went to pull in while some goof ball in a van pretending to be driving out (but stationary) was covering most of the ingress and once I began my turn I saw all the concrete debris and the odd patio curb and was unable to complete pulling in, so I had to drive in the wrong direction to the next ingress at the next shop down so as not to block traffic. Thank goodness nobody was coming in the other direction. It was rather traumatic. I would recommend turning left before the restaurant and entering from the other street due to the poorly engineered entry on 23rd.
(4)Linda E.
I'm a bit torn on how to rate this place since I just had the best tasting gulab balls ever! However the main entrees were a bit short on my list! For about $11 you can have access to their lunch buffet, which is a great deal. The food is good and worth the price. However I have had great indian food so in comparison this was just ok.
(3)Jason B.
The buffet was fresh and hot. I thought the mushroom soup was absolutely delicious. If you like Indian cuisine you should give this place a try.
(4)Bree S.
Everything is just OK. I feel like every dish was missing like one thing that would make it excellent. The food was not spicy or seasoned enough for anyone who likes their food above mild. They also lack a few dishes I see as staples at Indian restaurants.
(3)Cielo G.
Excellent for OK City, but there's always room for improvement. The spicy chicken dishes were phenomenal, while the saag, eggplant, and others missed the mark. The owner's broccoli/mung bean/coconut concoction was splendid! Roti wasn't the greatest, as it didn't appear to be truly whole wheat. Worth the stop. Great buffet. Clean.
(4)Byron H.
Not bad, but the food didn't quite have the flavor to grab me. I also happen to prefer white meat for my chicken, and it was all dark meat. The lamb was also rather grisly. I'll keep looking for a solid Indian lunch buffet.
(3)Le T.
The buffet had a lot of options and everything tasted wonderfully. The price is reasonable. Would definitely return with no hesitation.
(5)Annie T.
Walked in and felt like I was transplanted to the set of The Hundred Foot Journey. Okay not really but the hole in the wall family restaurant totally fits the need of a great indian place in OKC! We got there pretty early so the restaurant was slightly empty but that didn't scare us off. I wish I could order off the menu but it was kind of gibberish, I'm all in for a good buffet anyway! Mom, pops and I all went the buffet route and I had to restrict going back for me and more. We also all got the chai tea and it was perfect. Can't wait to go back to get my indian food fix soon! This was the best I've had in the city so far!
(4)Chyla G.
Not the best Indian I've had, but considering where I was, I was pleasantly surprised. The buffet options were good. Stay away from the desserts - the mango pudding was grainy and the gulab jamun left much to be desired.
(3)Malaika K.
To have authentic Indian cuisine in OKC is awesome. I went in for take out & was given great customer service. Although they don't have Butter Chicken on the menu, Shanta offered to make it for me. I observed that she is very personable with her clients & has a good community base. The price is very reasonable for the amount of food you get. The ambiance is average but clean. The food was outstanding & will be going back for more take out!
(5)Rishika R.
This is a decent place to try Indian food. They have a buffet for both lunch and dinner. They have Indo-Chinese, and south Indian options on the menu, which aren't usually offered in the buffet. My favorite here is the chili chicken. I do wish the food was a little spicier.
(3)Danger M.
I've eaten a lot of Indian food this place is very good clean and service polite If you have never eaten this Typ of food This place is for you it has buffet which Will allow you to sample the different foods and eat as much of what you like most they also have order from menu for those who know what they like the owner is the cook And he knows how to make it for all typs of people and tastes for a different experience Don't be afraid to try you will be surprised how much of this food you will like I'm so tired of the same old foods great place to fined new flavors in your life also there is plenty of seating for larger groups the want to try good Indian food
(5)Jeremy S.
Unfortunately, this is exactly what someone would expect if you said "Hey I know this Indian buffet in Oklahoma City". What do I mean by this? The Indian food is passable, considering there's not much incentive to challenge themselves due to the lack of competition in the area. Nothing is as spicy as it should be, which might be a plus if you're averse to pain. The tikka masala, which is how I judge most indian places, wasn't bad. They use boneless thighs so it's very tender. If I miss the Indian food from back home enough, I'll stop in every now and then. But if you fancy yourself a fan of Indian food, you will probably be disappointed with the quality here.
(2)Kyle F.
After a student of mine gave me their card and said I need to go there, I quickly placed Taj in our plans for Spring Break Culinary Staycation 2014. After introducing myself and getting a tour of the buffet, we began to pile food on our plates. The wife and I started our sampling with some chicken tiki masala over rice and a slightly spicy vegetable soup (sambar) based on staff recommendations. I really liked the sambar and using the naan to clean up the masala. From there on out it was a free-for-all as we tried various dishes. I really enjoyed the chili chicken, sesame chicken, and chicken cooked in a clay oven. I went for seconds on the coriander mushrooms over lemon rice and popped a few fried onion balls (looked like hush puppies) in my mouth. The only lowlight was the lamb curry that the wife thought was a little grisly and lacked the flavor of some of the other choices. As for desserts, the pineapple halwa and little cake balls soaked in a sweet syrup (sorry, I forgot the name) were a wonderful end to the meal. Overall, we REALLY enjoyed this buffet with the many flavors and choices available. I know this sounds like a low standard, but it is surprising how many buffet establishments go for the quantity over quality and leave you wanting more for your money. Taj strikes a great balance in offering you good choices without sacrificing taste, and we look forward to visiting again.
(5)Joey L.
Holy shit this place is good. I think it's the best Indian food in the OKC area. I haven't eaten at all of them, but I would say this one is the best compared to where I've been. They have a good selection of foods on their buffet and it always seems to be warm and new, which is a nice surprise from most buffets. They have a good mix of foods for carnivores and herbivores. The spices are quite nice too. They have a different chicken dish everytime I have gone in there, yesterday it was a seseme chicken that was quite tasty. The staff is very good and will fill your water glasses relentlessly. I dig it.
(5)Tina C.
This restaurant has an incredible variety. I tried a nibble of everthing and it ALL was delish :-)
(5)Stephan H.
Great food, super-friendly staff and the buffet is a bargain. The chili fish is amazing.
(4)Senie S.
Great place to go for lunch!! I stopped by here for lunch one day when I was in Oklahoma City for work. The person I was with this day lives in OKC and says he loves Indian food and this place has the best lunch. Before knowing about this place I found out the person I went with only eats organic and is vegan as well cuts out pretty much anything delicious, so I was very iffy going to eat with him in general. When we were driving here I was thrown off by all the things around this area and what we passed. It is in a little rough part of town, and on the outside looked sketchy. Walking into this place I noticed that it was much nicer than the outside was and they also had a lunch buffet. I have rarely experienced an Indian lunch buffet, mostly because I never make it in time. For lunch we had the lunch buffet so it was great being able to try all the popular foods you would normally get for a cheaper price than ordering 10 entrees. The buffet was very well laid out and they have all the basics most people order when they are new to the cuisine. They had vindaloo, tikka masala, naan, and even some desserts that are popular. I tried a little bit of everything, literally everything. Very small portions on each dish, but I just wanted to make sure I got the full experience, so judge me! I could go on for days about each dish, but overall it is very good! As we were finishing our lunch it got very busy as well, so you can see that this place is popular. They are quick and convenient and you feel good after eating this food than you would eating fast food for lunch. Of course, like any buffet you enter the food coma, but it was well worth it. I would like to come back to this place for lunch or even dinner so I could try something new. When you have a buffet they tend to not make things as spicy as you would like them, so if I go back I think I would order something specifically for me.
(3)Nigel P.
I think this place is a 3 star Indian buffet, but since I find it better than the other options in OKC, I'll give it 4 stars. It's strange living here in terms of Indian buffets. There are so many options, but none are that good. The Navratan Korma, Palak Paneer, Chicken Tikka Masala are usually the most reliable staples at any Indian buffet and they are just decent at Taj. Fortunately for Taj, despite its mediocrity, it is significantly better than its competition. Gopuram has hands down the best selection, but the lowest quality. I think their Navratan Korma literally has cream of broccoli soup in it and their Palak Paneer tastes almost exactly like frozen creamed spinach. The only thing Gopuram wins at is mango custard, which isn't the best selling point for an Indian buffet. Khazana has the most bland Chicken Tikka Masala (and everything else) I've ever tasted and in general, is the worst Indian restaurant I've ever been to (it has good reviews though; maybe I went on an off day). Tandoor Restaurant has GREAT food if you order off the menu, but their buffet is tiny and unappealing. In essence, Taj wins by disqualification. I don't love the place, but I am so thankful that at least one Indian buffet in town sort of gets it.
(4)Gigi N.
This is my go to place when I'm craving for Indian food. I usually go for their buffet. Everything is flavored very well! The service is great. I always leave satisfied.
(4)Melissa S.
This is honestly my favorite restaurant in OKC- mostly because I love Indian food and can't figure out how to cook it myself. Dioni is always an attentive and nice server. The buffet has a wide and delicious variety- I've never ordered or looked at the menu because I'm so happy with the buffet. I've been there at least 15 times and only had one bad experience- I went once early on a Tuesday lunch and the food didn't taste fresh. I think they were serving leftovers from the day before. Can't blame them, but for the freshest quality try it on a weekend. LOVE the mushroom coriander, broccoli poriyal, and chicken tika marsala. The naan is always soft, fresh, and wonderful.
(5)Veronica F.
I hadn't heard anything spectacualar about this place, it just happens to be near my home. I also just happen to like Indian food. Walking in, I was pretty impressed with the interial design. We didn't have to wait long to be seated. I don't even know if they have a menu because my eyes were already looking toward for the buffet. The selection of food on the buffet was a little small compared to Gopuram, but had all the staples. Unfortuanately, the food was also pretty... blah. Although there was shrink wrap over the food, I highly doubt that it was very fresh. It was tolerable, but I can find better Indian food for their price.
(2)Lyndi Z.
Confession: I've never really gotten into Indian food. So when a friend requested that as the starting point for her bachelorette and a night on the town, I was skeptical. When I pulled up to Taj, I was even more skeptical. But when I got out of the car and took one whiff, I knew it would be just fine. They had our table ready for us and even squeezed in an extra chair for an unexpected guest. To the staff's credit, I think we were trying to have a very different dining experience than is customary at Taj. A few examples: Several of us wanted to order off the menu but they only brought one menu and took it from the first person to look at it and it was never seen again. There was a wine/champagne list on the table, and when we asked for champagne they said they didn't have it. They later returned with a bottle of luekwarm champagne and no glasses. Another guest tried to order a bottle of red. Guess what? They didn't have it (and really didn't this time). I guess I just don't know why you'd have a list with things you don't have. It is totally OK to only offer by the glass. One friend asked how they could have glasses but no bottles and we decided that it must be a BotaBox situation, but judging by the wine it is more like Fauxtabox. In the end, we all got the buffet, which was not a bad choice given all the options compared to the low price. It is AYCE, seemed fresh and had a variety of mains, sides and desserts. I enjoyed the chicken tika masala, rice, and naan the most, which is precisely what I would've loved to order fresh off the menu. I enjoyed it enough that I would be willing to give Taj another try, but next time I will fight for my right to look at a menu and will happily settle for a beer.
(3)Jennifer D.
Best Indian food buffet in OKC! Crowded and loud on a Friday night, but the food is definitely worth it.
(5)Jennifer C.
The perfect place if you're in a rush (i.e., weekday lunch) but need to satisfy your craving for good Indian food. This place's buffet is way better than Gopuram's off-the-menu items. They have all the basics -- chicken tikka masala, fresh naan, lamb curry, and paneer palak (spinach & fresh cheese). Tip: Don't get the chai masala, which is watery and overpriced.
(4)Spencer G.
Taj is one of the best Indian restaurants in town. The buffet costs roughly $10-11 without a drink, and it's well worth the money. There's quite the selection, including plenty of options for vegetarians. Most of the traditional Indian dishes that Americans are accustomed to are present. Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, just to name a few. If I'm being honest, I don't know the names of most of the foods that I enjoy., especially at Taj. So, I'm just going to say, visit Taj. Eat the food. You will be satisfied. I'm going to save this as a template for every restaurant that I'm fond of. Good idea Spencer. As for the restaurant environment, and customer service, it's great. It's clear that someone put a lot of thought and work into decorating Taj. It's very calming, and peaceful. They are very prompt with refills. Contact with the restaurant employees is very minimal, actually, just like it should be. The brief time that I'm in contact with them, they are very nice, and helpful. Every time that I leave Taj, I'm satisfied, and a little fatter.
(4)Michael R.
I'd give the Taj a solid B. It's a standard Indian buffet, but the honey balls are served warm and something about that is really comforting.
(4)Heather S.
Taj. I fell in love with you when you were a small romantic restaurant hidden in a strip mall. Everything was fantastic. Even the ice tea was the best in town. And the color of stout. Then you moved to that massive location that was formerly a sushi buffet. Your food changed. Maybe I changed. Maybe I just resented all the extra feet I had to walk to the buffet. And then, you moved again. 23rd street. Your food is better, but the romance is gone. Your tandoori (when it is there) doesn't even speak to me anymore. I know you...no WE are still in there...somewhere.
(3)P - Z C.
Finally good Indian food in OKC! Service was okay and a larger selection would be nice, but over all very good.
(4)Angela R.
Came in for a late dinner. The service was great and the employees were really nice. Their buffet was smaller than khazana but the food was better quality and much more fresh even though it was late. Everything tasted amazing. Their spicy dishes were actually spicy too. :) Overall nice experience.
(5)Slippery R.
I like this place. I find their variety and creativity are a welcome change to modern Indian cuisine in the US. I tried the mushroom curry, chana Masala, daal, sauteed broccoli and garlic, eggplant, aloo Gobi, and some others I forgot. If you have a chance to dine at Taj, don't miss it! Eating here will tickle your taste buds and leave you wanting more. (I took some food home with me and ate it cold for breakfast the next morning...and it was just about as delicious as the night before. I would not try this with just any Indian restaurant, mind you.)
(5)Chris P.
In Oklahoma on business, went to OKC on Saturday and decided I needed to fix my craving. So I found this place and went for it. No doubt, they know how to cook. I chose the buffet so I could sample the usual favorites--channa massala, lamb curry, basmati rice, etc. Loved it. The basmati rice had just a hint of spice to make it exquisite and the lamb curry, mmm-mmm-mmm. When done right, ha ha....no words to describe it. The one mild negative was the channa massala, which was good but a little too salty. Even so, I'd say this is one of the top three best Indian restaurants I've been to in the States.
(4)Charlie A.
I have visited this location on several occasions and have had great dining experiences. The food is really tasty!
(4)BrieAnn J.
My family and I first visited Taj a couple of years ago after it first opened on 23rd Street. We have been back MANY times since. Our overall favorite is the daal. I wish it was always available on the buffet, but even when it's not, the owner brings some to our table. We have a five-year-old, and a three-year-old, and they both eat it up. I also love the mushrooms coriander. The owners and servers are always delightful. In its time on the block, I feel like Taj has become a neighborhood staple. Good food, casual atmosphere - it's an easy place to grab lunch or dinner with the whole family. Don't miss their Diwali Dinner!
(4)Kevin W.
I've been meaning to try Taj for awhile now simply because it is the closest Indian restaurant to my area... but I think next time I'll just keep driving. Taj isn't bad per say, it's simply just not as good as some of the other Indian restaurants in the OKC area. As I tend to do when a buffet is staring me in the face, I tried a bit of everything. The selection was slightly less than what you'd expect to find at a typical Indian buffet. Again, nothing was terrible, but nothing really stood out to me... other than the fact that all of the dishes were half covered in saran wrap. Now, this could simply be an attempt to keep the food "fresh", in which case, kudos Taj - but the fact is that it still looks tacky; I don't like messing with / removing the saran wrap myself to get to the food, and this tells me that they clearly aren't going through food fast enough for it to be as fresh at it could be. And let's be honest, you know what the hell you're getting into when you step into a buffet - obviously you are willing to sacrifice some quality for quantity due to the fact that you are feeling overly indecisive that day (and/or it's cold and rainy, you're still in you pj's, and you were just too damn lazy to go get groceries and make dinner! Can I get an amen?). Still, next time I'm having trouble making up my mind - I'll make up my mind to drive past Taj, possibly to Khazana or Gopuram - both of which I'd recommend over Taj. I will note that I've only tried the buffets at all of these places - so I am curious to try their a la carte options or hear what others have to say about ordering off of the regular menus... assuming they have them. But yes, strictly based off of the buffet alone, Khazana and Gopuram are more impressive than Taj. Overall Grade: C+
(2)Carly N.
The first thing I noticed when I first walked into Taj was the beautiful color schemes. I liked the red and gold table cloths and napkins. The buffet was pretty small so the selection is limited. I've never had Indian food before so a buffet was a great way to taste different dishes. I was surprised to see chicken on the menu because I assumed all Indian food was vegetarian. The staff was very nice and the buffet price is around $11. If you've never had Indian food before, I'd say keep an open mind. More than likely, the food will taste a whole lot better than it looks.
(3)Ashley D.
So far, this is the best Indian food I've had in OKC! Goporum has now been replaced by Taj as our new favorite. Two lunch buffets with water was just under $20. The flavoring and seasoning in every dish was distinct and didn't taste all the same. Also, the items that were marked as spicy, actually had a nice kick. Additionally, there were several tasty vegetarian options and the naan was super fresh.
(5)Benjahna L.
Great food, great service. I always go there when I'm in the mood for something different. Around $11 for buffet or takeout
(4)First P.
Not my favorite. Good location, but just lacking on the food side for me. I always just get the buffet, which didn't have tandoori. They don't have as many condiments and sauces that I love. The flavors seem...lifeless. No love. I don't go here when in Okc. I enjoyed all the Women staff that were there. They were very nice. The men were a little cold, but that's ok. I'm rating food wise. Wish it was better, but if you must and are near by its not bad.
(3)Jordan F.
Taj is delicious. My girlfriend and I go here more than is probably good for us, but it's consistently good every time we go. Now I'm not Indian, nor am I an expert on Indian food, but of the Indian food I've had around the metro and in other countries, Taj compares very favorably. Their Chicken Tikka Masala is great. The chicken is so tender and juicy. The eggplant masala is also amazing. I love eggplant and that dish gets it perfect. Other notable dishes: spicy chicken (not that spicy), fried fish, palak paneer, and basically everything on the buffet.
(4)Maria N.
I had the lunch buffet here and I liked the food but I was a tad disappointed. I expected the food to be a little hotter: spicier like the Indian cuisine I've had before. Regardless... anyway it was nicely prepared. The Naan really isn't the best I have had and I think they could do better. Overall the food is okay service is great and I will be eating here again.
(4)Meg W.
Taj is probably my favorite Indian restaurant in OKC. Buffets usually disappoint this vegetarian because there are usually only a few things to choose from but Taj has so many vegetarian options that it is difficult to choose: yellow dal, palak paneer, aloo matar, cauliflower curry (one of my faves), eggplant masala (looks scary but is out of this world delicious) and much more. Their naan is heavenly. Plus everything is always hot and fresh! I love the decor of the place as well; it always makes me feel super happy when I walk in just because it is so colorful. Yellow, blue, red and awesome. The service is fantastic and when you leave you can have some complimentary Indian breath freshener (just steer clear if you don't like fennel). I will definitely come here every time I crave Indian food.
(5)Mark T.
This place serves low quality buffet. May be the substandard ingredient quality or improperly cleaned raw materials or meat or vegetables. One could tell that they are eating poor quality food for $11 every second they are at this place. I had food poisoning after eating here. Avoid this place without a doubt.
(1)KC O.
We get carry out from Taj and I've never had a dish I didn't like! Togo portions are generous and come with plenty rice and naan. Haven't tried any of the meat dishes but they look delicious in the buffet. My go-to dishes are lentil daal and channa masala. Also samosas, medu veda, and malai kofta are stellar!
(4)Charles B.
This place reminds me of The Sizzler of Indian food. Or, for us okies, I guess Western Sizzlin' would be a more appropriate comparison. I make this proclamation partly because it appears to have been a Western Sizzlin' at some point in its life. It must have also been a Mexican restaurant at one time as well with the "Caballeros" and "Damas" signs on the bathroom doors. I'm not sure what the appropriate terms are for indian gender but wish someone would take some initiative and change the signs to educate us. So, what does this have to do with anything? Nothing much really but these were my initial observations. It seems that this place suffers from an identity crisis and I'm a bit confused myself. Firstly, this is an all you can eat buffet which normally I steer clear of because anything "all you can eat" is rather, well - gauche and unappealing. Much could be said of the food here as well. I noticed an option to order from a menu was available but I've done that at other buffets and have seen the waitstaff get my items straight from the buffet so I sprinted to the smorgasbord like a Bangalore torpedo once seated iced tea in hand. Now, I am no expert on Indian food, but this had all of the "usual suspects" that I've come to know and love over the years. Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Korma, Biryani, Samosas, Chicken Tikka, Naan, Chicken Chili, Naan and Papadan, Palak Paneer and of course basmati rice and the obligatory deserts like Galub Jamun and mango yogurt were to be found. There were an assortment of other items I found suspiciously non Indian like egg and spring rolls and what appeared to be french fries but then again what do I know? Is this Northern or Southern Indian food? Is there that much of a difference? Is this the complete spectrum of Indian cuisine? I admonish my Indian friends to enlighten me but I recognized all the dishes by name and I've had them at countless other Indian restaurants around the country. Some done much better, some much worse, this lands right in the middle of the spectrum of mediocrity. As I was prepared for the "all you can eat experience" I brought my appetite and I sampled a little bit of everything and it was, well just ok. Nothing spectacular and nothing to write home about. I will give them props for not having bone in chicken dishes on their buffet as I've found that buffets will routinely use the cheapest boned meat to feed the masses so plus one for them. Although not the best I felt compelled to make a couple of return trips just to be sure I had the definitive Taj experience. And experience it I did, to the point of being uncomfortably full upon leaving. I felt that I got my money's worth of food like the ugly American I am, underwhelming as it was, but at least I left in an Indian induced food coma. Overall, I was a bit underwhelmed. The decor was Indian-esque complete with soft dulcet tones of some sitar music for added authenticity. I didn't feel transported from 23rd street to Mumbai by any stretch of the imagination but I guess I expected too much from an $11 a plate buffet. A telling sign of any ethnic restaurant is a cursory look at the clientele (yes, I'm racially profiling) to see if there are any actual indigenous folks in attendance - usually that is a tell-tale sign of authenticity and overall goodness if you will. There was a large table of Indians in the back enjoying a large spread that suspiciously was coming directly from the back instead of the buffet! I wanted to go and join them to see just what it was that they were enjoying so because it looked better than the buffet offerings.
(2)Meredith C.
I have been here a few times and have left happy each time! I had the buffet tonight and it was excellent. The food was all fresh and hot. The chicken tikka masala has the perfect combo of spice, heat, and cream. I thought the sag paneer was okay, but I've had much better. My friend loved vegetable korma. The chicken Tikka was also good-very moist. I also got a mango lassi, which was amazing! Good enough for dessert. Word to the wise: an OU or an ocu student id will get you 10 % off. Also I had chicken tikka masala off the menu to go before. The serving size was very large-easily 2 meals, could be 3, but get extra naan!
(5)Shawn G.
The Indian food here is very good, and they have a wide variety of meat and vegetarian dishes every day. I think the food was a bit spicier than other Indian options in the metro, which many will probably appreciate but my aging colon just did not. The only thing I found odd about the restaurant was the plastic wrap on the buffet dishes... it made it a bit hard to actually scoop up the food.
(4)Jenn S.
i've been here approaching a dozen times, and i've never had anything but stellar food and service. the buffet is the clear favorite and what i'd suggest so that you can get a sampling of everything. it's also very vegetarian friendly. i've ordered off menu as well, and it did not disappoint. i'd suggest the masala dosa if you do. it comes with the traditional chutneys for dipping. the masala dosa is veggie friendly, and you'd have to double check, but i think gluten-free. don't quote me on the gluten part, but i know it's made with a lentil wrap and filled with potatoes. vegetable korma is a cauliflower-lovers dream come true. the palek paneer is creamy and perfect, and if you're in on the day they've got the cabbage sabzi out, don't pass it up. if you're a carnivore, the chicken tikka misala is yum (and if you go off menu, opt for the lamb tikka). the chili chicken is delicious and quite spicy with chili paste and jalapenos. the mango pudding is good, especially if you're sensitive to the hot dishes. i can take the heat and want more spice, even, but i've had to work up to that! TRY the gulab jamun if you haven't. basically it's pancake balls. soaked in rosewater syrup. i mean ... come on? SO good. they do have wine, too. so it's a nice place to have a dinner. OH, and you'll always hear traditional india pop music, which is a lovely touch. it's always clean, and the proprietors are friendly and will remember you.
(5)Helen M.
I'd been hearing both good and bad about this place since it's relocation. We were the first in for the dinner buffet. It was apparent after the first bite of spinach pakora that it had been fried for lunch. That goes for the naan as well. Re-serving cheap deep fried foods doesn't bode well for the rest of the menu. The paneer along with the chana and eggplant dish were pretty tasty but the vegetable korma was watery and bland. My wife said that both the chicken tikka and lamb were very dry. Pretty mediocre. I love Indian/Pakistani food but cutting corners even on a buffet line sucks. That said, the service was friendly and attentive and if I were to ever come back I would order off the menu... but I'm not coming back since this isn't the only option in OKC for Indian food!
(2)L C D.
I was here for business and felt like having some curry. I Yelped and found this place. Off the beaten path but so worth it. The food was fantastic and the staff was friendly and helpful! Strongly recommend going here it will not disappoint.
(5)D T.
4 stars for OKC. 3 stars elsewhere. Much better than Gopuram and the buffet equivalent of Ajanta. Not even close to garage M'hal but thats a food truck in Austin. The buffet items have gotten more spice in the 9 months we have been coming. Good for a quick Indian fix but its not Toronto or London.
(4)Richard P.
Read the reviews and decided to check out the buffet on a Wednesday night. Really good food. I came for the Tiki Masala but came away more impressed with the lentils&squash as well as several of the veggie dishes. Clean restaurant and pleasant staff. I'll be back.
(5)Amy L.
The Red Curry or Yellow Curry with chicken is amazing with the rice and naan bread.
(4)John S.
Stopped by for the lunch buffet and it was just that. They have the same problem the last buffet at this location had. The buffet is too small. there are some good chicken and vegetarian dishes, but very few of them and none that were incredible. The naan came out late and slightly burnt. I expect more for a $12 buffet with a drink. I'm probably headed back to Khazana in Mayfair.
(3)Mr U.
good restaurant , but don't eat lamb here they are old . i had been there for 15 times and i noticed lamb is always not fresh. you can have chicken and the price is cheap
(4)Mark X.
Plenty of options and good food. Chef can cook Indian Chinese
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