A warmly run Twickenham Indian restaurant with flavourful, generous food, adaptable spice levels and strong service, though booking administration and occasional meal consistency warrant care.
The Tiger's Tandoor delivers strong food quality and attentive service that earn consistent praise from its loyal following, with generous portions and reasonable pricing adding appeal. The pleasant Church Street setting and reliable execution across visits support solid dining experiences. Unusual review patterns create modest uncertainty in our assessment, keeping it from approaching grade A territory.
The Tiger's Tandoor occupies a welcoming spot on Twickenham's Church Street, with a warm, nicely decorated dining room and atmospheric outdoor tables. Reviews repeatedly describe friendly, attentive staff—the kind of service that makes a birthday or date night feel looked after—while the central setting adds a pleasant neighbourhood buzz without demanding a formal dress code. The cooking sits between modern Indian interpretations and familiar curry-house classics. The menu is broad and confidently spiced, from clay-oven grills and Balti dishes to Railway Lamb Shank, butter chicken, karahi and well-regarded dhal. Portions are notably generous, and staff are praised for explaining spice levels and adapting dishes. Most diners find the food excellent and fairly priced, although one disputed meal and one poor takeaway report show that execution is not mathematically perfect every time. Families are well served: reviews mention patient treatment of a toddler, flexible meals for 12-year-old twins and a generally family-friendly atmosphere. The menu offers familiar choices such as chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, plain rice, naan, samosas and mild korma, alongside plenty for more adventurous children. There is no listed children's menu or dessert section, so picky eaters may need a little guidance and the meal may finish with mint chocolate rather than pudding.
Area vibe: Riverside commuter town with a mix of shopping streets, pubs, and local services.
Safety: Generally safe with good evening lighting and steady footfall on the high street.
What's nearby: Close to Twickenham Stadium, high street shops, riverside pubs, and Twickenham railway station.
The menu’s strongest bets range from a slow-cooked lamb shank and mixed grill to butter chicken, Balti dishes, and a well-regarded dhal.
Expect a relaxed, accommodating curry dinner, but confirm large bookings, check the service charge, and do not count on dessert.
Warm interiors, outdoor Church Street tables, and attentive service create an easygoing setting that becomes more hectic after major rugby matches.