Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Authentic Indian Restaurant in Birmingham
Established in 1963, we are Birmingham's oldest Indian restaurant group, renowned for pioneering authentic curry experiences that blend traditional recipes with fresh British ingredients. Our commitment to consistency in quality and service has earned us a loyal customer base and prestigious accolades, including the LUX Lifetime Achievement Award and Best Casual Indian Restaurant 2023 in the West Midlands. With over four decades of culinary excellence, we maintain the integrity of our original recipes while adapting to modern tastes, ensuring every dish remains a testament to our heritage.Our team, trained to uphold exacting standards, delivers a dining experience that balances tradition with innovation, all priced fairly in response to market conditions. As an institution in Birmingham's culinary landscape, we take pride in our role as custodians of Indian cuisine's rich history in the UK, serving both locals and visitors with unwavering dedication to excellence.
Services
Indian Restaurant
Takeaway Service
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We have served authentic Indian cuisine in Birmingham since 1963.
- Our recipes remain consistent with original formulations from 1963.
- We combine traditional Indian cooking with fresh British ingredients.
- Our fair pricing policy reflects only raw material market costs.
- We maintain exacting quality standards through trained, long-standing staff.
What people say
Amazing curries
Consistency
Awards
Celebrated cuisine
Institution
Services
Indian Restaurant
We serve authentic Indian cuisine using recipes perfected since 1963. Our menu combines traditional Indian flavors with fresh British ingredients, offering classic dishes that remain unchanged for consistency. Customers enjoy a dining experience rooted in culinary heritage while benefiting from modern adaptations that enhance flavor profiles.
People
Mr Rama Kanta Dey
Founder
Founded the original restaurant group in 1963 and operated Omar Khayam from 1982 until his passing. Recognized with a LUX Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to Birmingham's curry scene.
Questions
What makes Omar Khayam unique in Birmingham?
We are Birmingham's oldest Indian restaurant group, serving authentic curries since 1963 with original recipes preserved for consistency.
Do you use traditional Indian recipes?
Yes, our recipes have been used since 1963 with minimal changes to maintain authenticity while incorporating British ingredients.
What awards have you received?
We won the LUX Lifetime Achievement Award and Best Casual Indian Restaurant 2023 in the West Midlands.
How are your prices determined?
Our fair pricing policy adjusts only according to raw material market costs without compromising quality or portion sizes.
Who founded Omar Khayam?
The restaurant was founded by Mr Rama Kanta Dey, who established the original restaurant group in 1963.
Reviews (6)
Nicola Warke
Dec 31, 2021
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Excellent food fresh and well presented best Indian food weve had in a long time clean restaurant friendly staff we will definitely return well recommend
No Brummy
Nov 24, 2021
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Terrible customer service, tried to order food over the phone but was suprised to be told of a delivery charge even though their menu clearly says free delivery. When I questioned that I was told menu was subject to change and that the menu was 3 years old and they have changed their policy but not their menu. Staff was rude and arrogant over the phone. Will go to other places with accurate prices in future. Would not recommend
C. R.
Aug 17, 2021
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A great Indian takeaway with consistently great food. Although a bit pricey which is the reason for the 4 stars, it is worth it for me. There are tonnes of veggie options and if you ask staff they can easily help you avoid allergens making it so they can cater for gluten free as well as vegan too. Everything that is vegetarian even down to the rice, naan and even the sauces are even marked if they are vegetarian which is great.
Kevin McNamara
Jul 21, 2021
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After going here for 25 years we would like to pass on our sincere condolences on the passing of the father of the family. He was a lovely gentleman and always found the time to say hello. He has left behind a wonderful family and a great legacy. Rest in peace. Kevin and Susan.
Sharon Daly
May 14, 2021
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I will Not be having a meal from them again! Apart from chatting amongst themselves they then decide to take my order. After an hour and a half waiting for the food the chicken was so hard you could break glass with it. I phoned up to politely say I could not eat it. He was not pleased about my comment, saying I was the only one who has complained. And he said if I dont like it go elsewhere, very rudely! I said please come and collect it and see for yourself. He wasnt pleased at all but did offer to send another one. I gave back the chicken curry to see for themselves. To be honest I just
Darryll Sattar
Aug 10, 2020
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Had a fantastic evening meal, there was a wide range of dishes to suit everyone's palette. The food i had was spectacular and the service was faultless from start to finish, absolutely the best Curry House for miles. Will be coming back
