KoolBa

Name: KoolBa
Address: 109 Candleriggs, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G1 1NP
Telephone: 0141 552 2777
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

896 Reviews

£25 and under

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KoolBa is Glasgow's premier Multi awards Indian restaurant, located in the heart of Merchant City; an area well know for stylish bars, restaurants and entertainment.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Indian, Middle Eastern
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
0141 552 2777
Website
http://www.koolba.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
109 Candleriggs Glasgow, G1 1NP
Neighborhood
Glasgow
Cross street
Merchant City
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Houmous with Pitta Bread£4.00
There are as many types of houmous as there are homes where it is made! Pureed chick peas, sesame seed paste balanced with garlic, sharpened with lemon juice and unified with olive oil. This recipe has been handed down the generations
Shirazi Salad£3.50
The Persians, like the Punjabis are noted for their great love of salad. Rather than a side dish with a main meal they serve salad as a starter. The salad encourages the appetite, sharpens the palate and also happens to make you feel a little more virtuous!
Chicken Oliveh with Pitta Bread£4.50
This persian salad has pickled cucumber, fresh mint, potato and both chicken and egg. The one time you don't have to worry which comes first
Panir and Sabzi£5.00
If there was a single dish that exemplified the journey from Persia to Punjab, then this must be it. Salty, tangy feta cheese served with herbs, olives and salad
Mirza Ghassemi£4.50
This is a dish with history, a plate of food found on the banks of the Caspian Sea. Scorched aubergines, smoky and delicious, cooked in a light tomato sauce with egg and finely chopped garlic. Close your eyes and you're in the heart of Persia
Mixed Mezeh£8.00
`Houmos, mirza ghassemi and mast-o-moosire. Heaven for garlic lovers
Mixed Indian Dips£7.00
4 popadoms, spiced onions, mango chutney and mixed raita

Warm Starters - Welcome To the Punjab

Pakora
You will find pakora on every street corner, every home in the Punjab. It defines the Punjab. And now it has come to define Glasgow! Gram flour fritters, spiced and brought to life with any number of different fillings. The choice is yours
- Seasonal Vegetable Pakora£4.00
- Chicken Breast Pakora£4.50
- Fish Pakora£5.50
Poori
Like Persia, the Punjab does breads by the basket. Poori is one of the favourites. Deep fried and crispy, comforting and delicious
Channa Poori£4.00
Perhaps the most famous poori dish, often served as a breakfast dish. Spicy and sweet chickpea curry nestled into the perfect poori
Prawn Poori£5.50
A more decadent dish, the sweet spice of the curried prawns
Chaat
Chaat is a road side snack widely available on the highways and bye ways of the Punjab. It's the sort of snack you can eat between meals without ruining your appetite
Chicken Chaat£4.50
This is a favourite at weddings; the men slake their thirst with excellent single malt whilst taking the edge off their hunger with Chicken Chaat. Almost tasty enough to make you want to pop the question!
Garlic Mushroom Chaat£4.00
Button Mushrooms cooked in a sweet creamy sauce
Sharing Plate
We understand how difficult it is to make choices, so we say "dont"! Our sharing plate takes you on a longer journey. Vegetable pakora, chicken pakora, fish pakora and chicken chaat
- Serves 3/4£17.00

Main Courses - Passion for Persia

Kofta Kebab£11.50
Possibly the world's original and finest kebab. Perfectly balanced meat and spices grilled on an open charcoal barbecue. Cooked today the way it has been cooked for generations. Two skewers of lovely minced lamb meat served with salad and love
Royal Chicken Kebab£12.00
Marinated chicken, skewered and barbecued. The spice mix for this dish is a family secret. When you taste it, you'll know why! Served with salad and dressing
Majestic Kebab£15.00
One famous emperor of Persia loved both lamb and chicken. So he had the Court Chef combine both. He called it The Majestic Kebab. It is indeed majestic. It is two kebabs, a skewer each of chicken and lamb mince
Shashlik£14.00
Marinated lamb fillet, skewered and grilled over barbecue, served with salad and dressing, mixed peppers and onion. This dish straddles Persia and can be found in modern day Pakistan
Royal Kebab£16.00
One of the Koolba Brothers, can never decide between Shashlik and the Kofta Kebab. So, in his honour, we bring you the Royal Kebab. A skewer of each served with salad and dressing. He says that whenever he eats it, he feels like a King
Persian Kebab Feast for Two£28.00
I'm sure you saw this coming. I love ALL the kebabs at Koolba. So I wanted them ALL on a plate. Three skewers of beautifully barbecued meat and chicken. Shashlik, Kofta, Royal Chicken served on a bed of salad and accompanied by saffron rice. The best kebabs in Scotland. Sublime

Traditional Indian Dishes

Bhuna
This is one of our absolute favourites. Unlike most other North Indian curries the meat is added earlier on in the process. This means the sauce can remain thick and unctious, packed full of ginger, garlic and fresh tomato flavour
Dopiaza
"Do" is the Punjabi word for two, "Piaza" is the word for onions. Two Onions. That's what defines this dish. Slow cooked onions form the base of this masala invigorated with the flavours of fresh cardamum, clove and black pepper
Saag
The Punjab is home to all the best vegetables in India. Drive through any town or village and the spinach stretched skyward. It's a staple of my family. Here we combine it with a luscious masala and let the spinach do all the talking
Punjabi
The Punjabis like nothing more than a party. This dish is a party on a plate. Peppers, Onions, Ginger, Garlic and plenty of green chillis take the party from the plate right into your mouth
Ceylonese
Ceylonese food is defined by spice and coconut. This curry balances the creamy coconut flavour with ground and whole spices and a dash of lemon juice
Kashmiri Korma
The ancient work "Korma" means to braise, cook slowly in a broth. The Kashmiri Korma combines this slow cooked technique with coconut and fruit
Biryani
(£2 supplement) A delicious combination of rice and either meat or missed vegetables, served with curry sauce

Traditional Indian Dishes - Choice Of

Combine your traditional Indian dish with a choice of:

Mixed Vegetable£10.00
Chicken£10.00
Lamb£12.00

Koolba Indian Specialities

If you wish any of the chicken dishes to be served as a lamb version we will happily do so (£2 supplement)

King Prawn Spicy Masala£15.00
Jaipur, the land of pink palaces and lakes gives us this complex dish. Green paper mushrooms, garlic and dried red chillies combine with the sweet King Prawns to create something very special
King Prawn Chasni with Mushrooms£15.00
That sweet and sour Chasni flavour with the King of all the Prawns
Kerelan Garlic Chilli King Prawns£15.00
Prawns are the staple dish of the South Indian seaside town of Mangalore. Rich in garlic, suffused with spice and gorgeously chilli, this is a must for those that pursue authenticity
King Prawn Balti£15.00
A Punjabi take on sea water shellfish. Chickpeas and King Prawn in a creamy, rich yoghurt masala
Lamb Karahi£12.00
A Karahi is a steel cooking utensil, similar to a wok. This is a more robust dish, a potent masala bursting with spice and flavour and plenty of green chillies!
Kerelan Garlic Chilli Chicken Tikka£12.00
A South Indian speciality from the coastal towns of Kerala. This is the garlic and chilli lovers dream come true. Typically of South Indian food, this is a lighter, more nuanced dish but with all the flavour
Chicken Tikka Chasni£12.00
The Chasni is a stalwart of the West of Scotland, not known much beyond. It comes from the Indian obsession with Chinese food. This Chasni is sweet and sour, delicate and creamy. A great dish for those who are looking for an alternative to Korma
Chicken Tikka Jaipuri£12.00
A potent fusion of peppers, onions, garlic, ginger and mushrooms with a touch of tangy sweet "n" sour simmered in exotic jaipuri spices
Chicken Tikka Jalfrezi£12.00
Freshly Jalfrezi is a typical punjabi dish cooked with capsicum, onions and a touch of cream
Chicken Tikka Maseladar£12.00
Delicious chicken tikka smothered in a tandoori sauce, rich in tomatoes, peppers and fresh coriander
Nantara Chicken Tikka and King Prawns£14.00
Nantara cuisine is one of the most ancient in India. From the palaces and gardens of Mysore, this dish combines King Prawns and Chicken Tikka with a special Nantara sauce, finished with fresh chilli and coriander
Butter Chicken Tikka£12.00
From the heart of old Delhi, a deliciously rich butter masala with bite size pieces of chicken tikka
Lamb Rogan Josh£12.00
Inspired by the dried Kashmiri dried chilli tempered with yoghurt, this is a much loved dish across all of North India. Tomatoes, chillies, coriander and tender lamb. Millions of Indians can't be wrong!
Lyllpuri Chicken Tikka£12.00
Lyllpur is one of the biggest and most influential Punjabi cities and is noted for its authentic food. Red peppers, mushrooms, garlic, ginger all finished with Heather Honey. Immense
Special Lamb Dopiaza£12.00
Lamb is the food for parties and functions. This is a regular Lamb Dopiaza taken to another place! Extra crispy onions, button mushrooms and fresh coriander will take you to another place!
Chicken Tikka Shimla£12.00
In the foothills of the Himalayas, Shimla was the Summer capital of the British Raj. This dish harks back from those days. Similar to a Bhuna, this curry is emboldened with paprika, mushrooms and Kashmiri chilli
Chicken Daal£10.00
From the heart of Muslim Punjab, this is festival food. Slow cooked chicken and lentils brought together in an effortlessly delicious masala
Saag Paneer£10.00
Fresh Paneer and spinach are the happiest of bed fellows. This is from the farmlands of the Punjab, full of earthy flavours and the creamy deliciousness of paneer. Almost enough to turn you vegetarian!
Chicken Tikka Masala£12.00
Invented in Glasgow, loved around the world, there is no dish that characterises better the love affair the Scots have with curry. Tandoori mouthfuls of chicken in a masala bursting with capiscums, ginger, garlic and chilli, tempered with cream. This is what made Scotland Brave!
Chicken Tikka Meal£15.00
Marinated tandoori chicken served with fresh salad, rice and sauce
Lamb Tikka Meal£17.00
Marinated tandoori lamb served with fresh salad, rice and sauce
Sabzi Gosht£12.00
Another of those dishes that can be found in Persia and Punjab and everywhere inbetween. Fresh vegetables and tender lamb brought together in a delicious masala. At least two of your five a day!

Rice and Bread and Tasties

Basmati Rice£2.50
Mushroom Rice£3.50
Persian Style Naan£2.50
Freshly baked from the Tandoor
Garlic and Coriander Naan£3.50
Keema Naan£4.00
Spiced minced lamb enfloded into a Naan
Cheese Naan£4.00
Cheddar cheese in a Naan. Genius
Peshwari Naan£4.00
The King of Naans emboldened with coconut
Chapati£1.50
Spicy Vegetable Paratha£4.00
Mast-O-Moosir£3.50
a cooling Persian yoghurt dip with herbs and garlic
Red Spiced Onion£2.00
Mango Chutney£2.00
Mixed Raita£2.00
Mixed Pickle£2.00
Poppadum£1.00
Chips£2.50

What 896 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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BevM
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a lovey evening meal. Just perfect food and lovely Atmosphere. If you are in Glasgow please try…… Staff really friendly
YB
YvonneB
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was delicious. Service with a smile. Nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend you give it a try. 4 happy diners 😀😀😀😀
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Yvonne B Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
JM
JohnM
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Magic……. As ever👍…. Can’t wait to go back…. The food is amazing
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear John Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
SF
StuartF
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food ,ambiance and level of service .We will be back !
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Stuart Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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AlisonB
Tampa
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic staff, menu great and food outstanding!! Will be back again
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Alison Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
JA
JohnA
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very very good rogan josh. It is the dish I judge Indian Restaurants by
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear John Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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IanD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, great staff, genuinely the best curry I've ever had. Cannot wait to get back.
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Ian Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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Colin
Glasgow
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dinner as usual at Koolba, been a regular for 10 years and not once left disappointed. Food is absolutely amazing, terrific menu to choose from and the staff are always very friendly, polite, attentive and always pleased to see you back.
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Colin Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
KS
KarenS
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice staff and the new lunch menu is lovely . Have visited many times now . Karen
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Karen Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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JamesG
Ayrshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual the food was great, the service and staff were efficient and friendly.
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear James Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
JM
JohnM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic Indian food in a nice location. Good attentive service and a well spaced table. Highly recommended.
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear John Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
GA
GailA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and all staff were as friendly and efficient as ever. Love it 😊
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Gail Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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Amazingbob
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service. Very helpful staff not too badly priced
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Amazing Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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RaymondH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and excellent service. Would definitely recommend a visit
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Raymond Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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DavidG
Glasgow
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Probably the best Indian food in Glasgow. The staff are so friendly and make you feel so welcome. If there’s any criticism, it’s the time between starters and mains could be a bit longer. Portions are just the right size.
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear David Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
JG
JohnG
Glasgow
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I cannot fault Koolba. It’s probably my favourite curry restaurant. Food is fantastic and service always so friendly and attentive.
KoolBaResponded on June 11, 2022Dear John Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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Olly
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just the best food and welcome - if you’ve never been to Koolba, get yourself along!
KoolBaResponded 3 days agoDear Olly Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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PaulM
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the portion size was enough for anyone without feeling too full. The service was great especially when my partner asked for a recommendation as she is wary of hot spices. The price was reasonable too. I’ve every intention of going back.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Paul Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
JD
JohnD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional as usual food service and value for money would highly recommend to anyone
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear John Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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OpenTable Diner
Ayrshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely love Koolba, been quite a few times now and will probably continue to go! The food is fantastic- super fresh and great portion sizes. I love the Punjabi chicken curry. The staff were all lovely- very friendly and helpful. Would recommend Koolba to anyone. Thanks again!
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Guest Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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WilliamG
Phoenix
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great chicken Marsala! The wine could be better. We will be Bach.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear William Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing feedback. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Koolba's wine menu is one of the best to offer to their customers. We source our wine from reputable supplier who provides us with excellent choice of wines. Thank you for your visit..
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Malachie
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely wonderful The staff brilliant
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Malachie Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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Darren
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The lamb bunah was delicious. The most tender meat I've ever had. Very nice host and good service. Would definitely recommend.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Darren Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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IainS
Glasgow
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Another very enjoyable pre-theatre meal. Good food and good service.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Iain Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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IsobelW
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food lovely ,service was great would come back,great size portions Staff very welcoming and warm Seating great ,very pleasant atmosphere
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Isobel Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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Sarah
Glasgow
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
10/10 as always! Great food and great service :) will be back soon!
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Sarah Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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AngieS
Glasgow
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Great location, very comfortable and good service. Starters delicious, opted for lamb bhunna which was flavoursome but meat not tender enough and found myself chewing which wasn’t great. Husbands was softer though, he had the garlic chilli though so couldn’t taste it as too hot for me.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022We are really surprised for this feedback. Same table, same family, same red meat with different sauce, how can one dish be chewy, and another soft. The meat for both curries were from same pot so how can one be soft and another chewy? And also you never mentioned anything on the table, rather you hit us with negative feedback on two platforms. Businesses could only rectify their mistake or customers complain when you are inside the restaurant not after going out of the restaurant. Thank you..
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ROSSM
Glasgow
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food in a great setting No complaints about anything on offer here Thoroughly recommend
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Ross Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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StuartK
Glasgow
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service as always will be back soon
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Stuart Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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OpenTable Diner
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hadn’t been to Koolba in a long time, but I have to say it’s still great! The food is fantastic!
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Guest Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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TomM
Exclusive
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good and service was excellent/ would highly recommend
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Tom Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
GM
GemmaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service, amazing food, best Indian I’ve had in a long time.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Gemma Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
MM
MandM
London
34 reviews
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Nice food with some dishes better than others. Service ok. Unfortunately the clothes stank of food at the end of the night, which was very unpleasant.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear MandM Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. The stank of food at the end in your clothes you are talking about is from sizzler which unfortunately is loved by all our customers.. It is very obvious that even when you cook at your home the spices smell and its nature of the spices to smell to give flavour isn't it?? Thank you for your visit..
GA
GAILD
Glasgow
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely fresh food. KoolBa never disappoints the taste buds
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear GAILD Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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TillmanS
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing. The staff was curious. The serving time was very quick and the atmosphere was very quiet and pleasant. They were very tickled that I had chosen their restaurant as my first Indian food experience as well.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Tillman Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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Anonymouse
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brilliant, as always. A warm welcome, prompt service and beautiful, fresh food.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Guest Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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egk2013
Glasgow
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Tasty food and friendly service in Merchant City, Glasgow
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear egk2013 Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
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JimB
Glasgow
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Had buttered chicken which was overcooked and tough.
KoolBaResponded on April 16, 2022Dear Jim B You had mentioned the same feedback to one of our staff when you were in the restaurant and we explained you that the butter chicken tikka you had is chicken tikka done in tandoor. If you were looking for soft chicken you should have mentioned that to one of our staff. We are more than happy to exchange anything for our customers. Any item done in tandoor is meant be to cooked well. Tikka the words itself means marinated dish done in tandoor. Thank You for coming...
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AllanR
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dining experience at Koolba,the best in Glasgow.
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Allan Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..
MW
MartinW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service by fruendly staff, what’s not to like?
KoolBaResponded on June 10, 2022Dear Martin Thank You for visiting Koolba and providing such a wonderful feedback. It is always a pleasure to have you as our customer. Koolba prides on bringing the fresh and quality produce to its customer on the table. Our staff first priority is always been the customer service. Hope to see you soon.. Thank you for your visit..

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KoolBa does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

KoolBa is rated 4.8 stars by 896 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

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109 Candleriggs Glasgow, G1 1NP

Additional information

Cross street
Merchant City
Neighborhood
Glasgow
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Indian, Middle Eastern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.koolba.com/
Phone number
0141 552 2777

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Additional information

Chicken Chaat

Fish Pakora

Chicken Tikka Karahi

Cold Starters - From the Heart of Persia

Houmous with Pitta Bread£4.00

Shirazi Salad£3.50

Chicken Oliveh with Pitta Bread£4.50

Panir and Sabzi£5.00

Mirza Ghassemi£4.50

Mixed Mezeh£8.00

Mixed Indian Dips£7.00

Warm Starters - Welcome To the Punjab

Pakora

Poori

Channa Poori£4.00

Prawn Poori£5.50

Chaat

Chicken Chaat£4.50

Garlic Mushroom Chaat£4.00

Sharing Plate

Main Courses - Passion for Persia

Kofta Kebab£11.50

Royal Chicken Kebab£12.00

Majestic Kebab£15.00

Shashlik£14.00

Royal Kebab£16.00

Persian Kebab Feast for Two£28.00

Traditional Indian Dishes

Bhuna

Dopiaza

Saag

Punjabi

Ceylonese

Kashmiri Korma

Biryani

Traditional Indian Dishes - Choice Of

Mixed Vegetable£10.00

Chicken£10.00

Lamb£12.00

Koolba Indian Specialities

King Prawn Spicy Masala£15.00

King Prawn Chasni with Mushrooms£15.00

Kerelan Garlic Chilli King Prawns£15.00

King Prawn Balti£15.00

Lamb Karahi£12.00

Kerelan Garlic Chilli Chicken Tikka£12.00

Chicken Tikka Chasni£12.00

Chicken Tikka Jaipuri£12.00

Chicken Tikka Jalfrezi£12.00

Chicken Tikka Maseladar£12.00

Nantara Chicken Tikka and King Prawns£14.00

Butter Chicken Tikka£12.00

Lamb Rogan Josh£12.00

Lyllpuri Chicken Tikka£12.00

Special Lamb Dopiaza£12.00

Chicken Tikka Shimla£12.00

Chicken Daal£10.00

Saag Paneer£10.00

Chicken Tikka Masala£12.00

Chicken Tikka Meal£15.00

Lamb Tikka Meal£17.00

Sabzi Gosht£12.00

Rice and Bread and Tasties

Basmati Rice£2.50

Mushroom Rice£3.50

Persian Style Naan£2.50

Garlic and Coriander Naan£3.50

Keema Naan£4.00

Cheese Naan£4.00

Peshwari Naan£4.00

Chapati£1.50

Spicy Vegetable Paratha£4.00

Mast-O-Moosir£3.50

Red Spiced Onion£2.00

Mango Chutney£2.00