AL-TAIF Indian Restaurant
5 Playfield Road, Kennington, Oxford, OX1 5RS, GB
Rating: 4.8 ★ (100 ratings)
Details
Nicely cooked chicken, onion bhajis, and prawns are just a taste of what awaits at Al-Taif, a family-owned restaurant showcasing Bangladeshi and South Asian cuisine in Kennington. They pride themselves on using only the very best ingredients, and alongside all-time favourite dishes, the menu features their own specialities, creating unique meals. Reviewers frequently praise the fresh and well-presented food, with dishes like Lamb Shaktora, a traditional Bangladeshi plate, Chicken Korma, and garlic naan earning high marks for their flavour and generous portions. The team is noted for being friendly and welcoming, contributing to a good service experience whether you're dining in or opting for their popular takeaway service.
Located at 5 Playfield Road, this Kennington establishment offers a quiet and relaxed atmosphere with spectacular decor, making it a comfortable spot for an evening meal. It's recognised for fair prices and provides vegetarian options alongside its meat and prawn dishes. The restaurant is open seven days a week for dinner, including bank holidays, and also offers a food delivery service, adding to its convenience. For those exploring the Kennington area, which sits pleasantly between the River Thames and Bagley Wood, Al-Taif presents a flavourful dining stop. The area itself, while largely a modern residential suburb of Oxford, retains some character with a few thatched cottages and offers access to nearby natural attractions like Bagley Wood, known for its bluebells.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM; Friday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM; Saturday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM; Sunday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 736300
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I’ve ordered a Lamb Shaktora with garlic naan, which is a traditional dish from Bangladesh. The food was incredibly rich, spicy but very well balanced with the bitterness of the citrus after taste.
The place is very cozy and staff very welcoming and happy to share a talk with you. Define my worth to stop by and dip into the Bangladeshi cuisine.