Business Details
Award-Winning Indian & Persian Cuisine in Glasgow
KoolBa is a distinguished Indian-Persian restaurant rooted in tradition and elevated by modern Scottish influences. Established as a culinary ambassador for Glasgow, we have proudly represented the city in the Curry Capital of Britain awards, securing victory through exceptional cuisine and service. Our heritage traces back to a Persian farmhouse, blending generations of culinary expertise with Glasgow's vibrant food culture. Located in the historic Merchant City, we offer an immersive dining experience through authentic dishes, carefully sourced ingredients, and a curated wine and beer list.Our commitment to quality extends to every aspect, from handcrafted recipes to professional service, ensuring memorable meals for both locals and visitors. Recognized by Visit Scotland with a Silver award, we combine traditional cooking methods with contemporary presentation. Whether through our signature dishes, corporate dining options, or takeaway services, KoolBa remains dedicated to excellence, making us a cornerstone of Glasgow's culinary landscape.
Services
Indian Restaurant
Persian Cuisine
Corporate Dining
Takeaway Services
Pre-Theatre Menu
Lunch Specials
Gift Vouchers
Online Reservations
Wine Pairing
Event Catering
Highlights and features
- We have won the Best Curry Restaurant in Britain award.
- Our dishes use freshly sourced, high-quality ingredients daily.
- We offer a carefully curated wine and beer list to complement meals.
- Our team provides professional, attentive service in a welcoming ambiance.
- We are located in Glasgow's historic Merchant City district.
What people say
Amazing food
Outstanding service
Authentic Indian dishes
Generous portions
Warm ambiance
Services
Indian Restaurant
KoolBa offers authentic Indian cuisine crafted using traditional recipes and spices. Our menu features classic dishes like Rogan Josh and Chicken Tikka Masala, prepared with fresh ingredients. The restaurant's award-winning reputation reflects its commitment to culinary excellence and customer satisfaction.
Persian Cuisine
Our Persian dishes showcase recipes passed down through generations, including kebabs and saffron-infused specialties. Each meal combines aromatic spices and premium ingredients to deliver an immersive taste of Iran. This unique offering sets us apart as Glasgow's premier Persian dining destination.
Corporate Dining
We provide tailored dining experiences for corporate gatherings and private events. Our venue accommodates group bookings with custom menus and dedicated service. From business lunches to celebratory dinners, our staff ensures seamless execution of every corporate function.
Takeaway Services
Enjoy KoolBa's signature dishes at home through our takeaway service. We offer a selection of popular curries and starters for collection. All meals are freshly prepared and packaged to maintain quality during transport.
Pre-Theatre Menu
Our pre-theatre dining option provides a three-course meal at a special price. Designed for theatre-goers, this menu features curated dishes served efficiently before evening performances. It combines convenience with the full KoolBa dining experience.
Questions
What awards has KoolBa won?
KoolBa was crowned Best Curry Restaurant in Britain and represents Glasgow in the Curry Capital of Britain awards.
Does KoolBa offer vegetarian options?
Yes, our menu includes vegetarian kebabs, pakoras, and curries like Vegetable Dopiaza and Saag.
Can I book a table online?
Yes, reservations are available through our website or by calling 0141 5522 777.
Is there parking nearby?
The restaurant is in Glasgow's Merchant City, with public parking available at nearby NCP locations.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Our staff can accommodate dietary needs when notified in advance, including gluten-free and vegan options.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit/debit cards and contactless payments for both dine-in and takeaway orders.
Reviews (7)
Haroon Ali
Jan 05, 2022
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Expensive 40 for Mix platter for 2 and all it was few chicken pieces. Starter good main meal rubbish
Cdpromo
Dec 25, 2021
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Superb Indian restaurant in Merchant City, Glasgow. Authentic Indian food right here. Went for Chicken Pakoras to start which were perfect, Chicken breast pieces in a light spicy batter served with sauce. For my main I went for one of the specials, Nantara Chicken Tikka and King Prawns. Great choice, very flavour some and not too spicy. Plenty of meat and fish in there. Had it with rice and a garlic naan. The only negative about the restaurant is that they only serve Stella Artois on draft. No King Fisher or Cobra. They do bottles but no draft. Take nothing away from the food though, this place
Alan B.
Dec 24, 2021
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Excellent restaurant. Combination of middle Eastern food and curries. Delicious kebabs and salads, first class curries. Well deserving british curry restaurant of the year 2016. Superb.
Sandra Coats
Dec 14, 2021
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Food always excellent have been going for a while now and never disappointed will definitely be back🥂
Val Anthony
Dec 08, 2021
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The food was very good. We can recommend the Chicken Chaat and Fish Pakoras for starters. We both had Fish as main courses. Seabass and Salmon in delicious sauces. The portions were very generous. We had plain Naans which were so nice we ordered more. The service was very good too.
Mark Munro
Nov 21, 2021
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What a great place to be. Service and food was fantastic. I’ve been fortunate visit many Indian restaurants but this will be be one of go to places. We all had different dishes and each were great but I particularly liked the Monkfish. Thank you Koolba, you lived up to expectation..😉
Reem Key
Oct 23, 2021
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Impeccable taste. More towards the pricey ones, Considering the curry doesnt come with a side. But, good generous portions. Very relaxed and welcoming environment. They do offer dishes with both Persian and Indian flavors. The lady that took my order was knowledgeable and ready to listen. She did a great job describing and explaining the dishes and advice accordingly. I had the king prawns Punjabi curry with steamed rice. And as described it is a party of flavor. I would sure visit again to taste some other dishes.
