Business Details
22 Years
experience
Authentic South Indian Cuisine in Glasgow
Established in 2004 as Scotland's first authentic South Indian restaurant, Dakhin has redefined Indian cuisine through its commitment to traditional recipes and modern dietary needs. Our menu showcases the diverse flavors of South India, emphasizing rice-based dishes, coconut, lentils, and regional spices, all prepared without gluten, nuts, or common allergens. Accredited by Coeliac UK, we combine centuries-old culinary techniques with fresh Scottish ingredients to deliver an unparalleled dining experience.Located in Glasgow's Merchant City, our open-plan kitchen and stylish interiors have earned acclaim for blending cultural authenticity with contemporary hospitality. Over 17 years, we've maintained our reputation through glowing reviews praising our light, non-greasy dishes and dedication to preserving South India's culinary heritage while accommodating modern dietary requirements.
Services
South Indian Cuisine
Gluten-Free Dining
Takeaway & Delivery
Private Events
Festive Menus
Pre-Theatre Dining
Vegan Options
Allergen-Free Meals
Catering Services
Wine Pairing
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We pioneered authentic South Indian cuisine in Scotland since 2004
- Our menu is certified gluten-free by Coeliac UK
- We showcase traditional cooking methods with an open-plan kitchen
- Our dishes combine Scottish produce with Indian spices
- We've received multiple accolades from The Herald and Sunday Times
Associations and certifications
- Coeliac UK
What people say
Best Indian food in Glasgow
Authentic tastes of Southern India
Lighter than other Indian cookery
Charming space with careful presentation
Non-greasy, nourishing dishes
Services
South Indian Cuisine
We serve authentic South Indian dishes from Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana. Our menu features traditional rice-based meals, coconut-infused curries, and lentil preparations. Every dish combines Scottish produce with spices imported from India to maintain culinary authenticity.
Gluten-Free Dining
As the UK's first 100% gluten-free Indian restaurant, we cater to coeliac customers without compromising flavor. Our accreditation by Coeliac UK ensures strict adherence to dietary requirements while maintaining traditional cooking methods and taste profiles.
Takeaway & Delivery
We offer convenient takeaway and delivery services for our full menu. Customers can order online for collection or delivery across Glasgow, enjoying authentic South Indian cuisine at home with the same quality as our restaurant dishes.
Private Events
Our Merchant City venue accommodates events for 8-100 guests. We provide tailored menus for birthdays, corporate functions, and special occasions, combining our award-winning cuisine with exclusive use of our historic listed building's spaces.
Festive Menus
We create special seasonal menus for holidays and celebrations. These curated offerings include tasting menus, festive lunches, and la carte options that showcase traditional South Indian dishes with contemporary presentation.
Questions
Is Dakhin completely gluten-free?
Yes, we're certified by Coeliac UK as Scotland's first 100% gluten-free Indian restaurant with no risk of cross-contamination.
What South Indian regions do you represent?
Our menu covers dishes from Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, showcasing the region's diverse culinary traditions.
Can I order food for takeaway?
Yes, we offer online ordering for takeaway and delivery across Glasgow with our full menu available during operating hours.
Do you host private events?
We accommodate events for 8-100 guests with tailored menus and venue hire options in our Merchant City location.
What makes your cuisine authentic?
We use traditional recipes, imported Indian spices, and cooking methods passed down through generations of South Indian chefs.
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Reviews (5)
Stevie Drummond
Dec 26, 2021
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I can't compare Dakhin to any other Indian restaurant I'd visited as I just hadn't tasted anything remotely similar before. What I do know, is that it's one of the best Indian meals I've had. Cooked to perfection. **Ignorant man alert** as a South Indian restaurant, I had no idea what any of the dishes were - waiter talked us through the choices and even went into detail on the recipes and how they were cooked. Lovely place, great staff. Will definitely return. On a different note, if I had noticed that everything was gluten free, I "might" have chosen a different restaurant due, again, to my
Martin Empson
Dec 14, 2021
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An excellent restaurant for those coeliac who cannot eat gluten. Entirely gluten free menu. Great choice and plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. Tasty if a little expensive.
Suzie Suzanne Colquhoun
Nov 21, 2021
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Food is amazing so tasty it didn’t disappoint, staff were very attentive as it was our first visit and they looked after us well, so looking forward to my next visit next week
Doreen King
Nov 14, 2021
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Fantastic food and service would highly recommend can't wait for my next visit when up spending time with the family 😊
Sofi Fernandez
Nov 09, 2021
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The food was lovely. I have ordered here via deliveroo ages ago and the food was really great. Hence when we went to Glasgow, went for a meal here.. Loved the place and the food was amazing. It was the service that was outstanding. It seemed seamless and well organized and the staff seemed really nice and nothing was too much trouble for them. A great team at work!
