A popular central Caernarfon curry house with plenty of loyal fans, strong vegetarian and kid options, and a BYOB-friendly setup, but service, consistency, and occasional value grumbles keep it from being a slam-dunk for everyone.
Caernarfon Tandoori delivers solid food quality with flavorful curries and tender meat that earn consistent praise, but inconsistent execution across visits prevents a higher grade. Service remains friendly and knowledgeable, while the town-centre location and fair value appeal to both locals and visitors, though the classic curry-house setting lacks distinctive character.
Caernarfon Tandoori feels like a classic town-centre curry house that knows exactly what it is: warm, busy when it needs to be, BYOB-friendly, and popular with people coming off the castle trail or in for a family night out. The best reviews are genuinely enthusiastic — think “friendly, funny staff,” “food arrived really quickly,” and dishes that arrive hot, fragrant, and satisfying — while the weaker ones complain about slow turns, cramped seating on busy nights, or a meal that simply didn’t live up to the hype. The cooking leans traditional with a few more interesting house specials tucked in, especially the Bengal and South Indian-leaning dishes. That makes it a good fit for people who want a reliable curry-house experience rather than modern fusion theatrics. The menu is broad, with plenty of familiar crowd-pleasers, strong vegetarian choices, and a kids’ menu that actually looks usable instead of an afterthought. Pricing is generally fair for the area, though extras like rice, naan, and water can nudge the bill upward. For families, this is one of the stronger options in town because the menu includes chicken korma, tikka masala, chicken nuggets, chips, and other easy wins for picky eaters. There are also vegetarian and vegan dishes for adults who want something a bit more grown-up. If your kids eat milder curry-house food, you should be fine; if they only eat ultra-basic comfort food, the children’s menu covers you.
Area vibe: Historic harbour town centered on a medieval castle and waterfront tourism.
Safety: Generally safe with decent evening lighting, though quieter after attractions close.
What's nearby: Adjacent to Caernarfon Castle, waterfront, local shops, and tourist amenities; small town centre transit links.
Go for the Chicken Tikka Masala or Butter Chicken, add an Onion Bhaji starter and consider a set meal for an easy full dinner.
It's BYOB-friendly but expect limited parking, separate charges for rice and naan, and possible slow service on busy nights.
The menu includes a wide selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes plus clearly marked gluten-free options like Tarka Daal and boiled rice.