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  • The Bollywood Bistro

  • 4.0 stars
    (Based on 77 Reviews)
  • Cuisines: Indian
  • (519) 821-3999
  • 51 Cork Street East, Guelph, ON N1H 2W7
  • Neighbourhoods: East
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73% of voters recommend
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1
Review
5 months ago
  • visited at weekend, starter of samosa was delis...
  • Overall
    3.0 stars
    • Food
      3.0 stars
    • Services
      4.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      3.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 2
  • visited at weekend, starter of samosa was delis, main meal , was not too happy , small portion for the price compared to other indian restaurants,
    chicken tikka was delis, lamb had no real spicy flavour would visit for just lunch next time,

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Reviews
5 months ago
  • A true taste of real gourmet food from the...
  • Overall
    5.0 stars
    • Food
      5.0 stars
    • Services
      5.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      5.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 4
  • A true taste of real gourmet food from the sub-continent. Not to put down other curry houses (many of which I love) this is no run-of-the-mill tin dish joint. The food is really a step above. I love Indian food and have visited restaurants all over the world; this is my favourite. I have no hesitation rating it "best ever" in its category.

    I can't speak to the wine list because I almost always have a bottle of Kingfisher beer with curry.

    The owners are two of the nicest and most sophisticated Indian restaurateurs that you will meet. If it's not too busy (often is) strike up a conversation.

    We have eaten there several times now. Give yourself a real Indian food treat. This place is great!
    ENJOY!!!!!!!

  • Order: Everything on various occasions
1
Review
9 months ago
  • I took family members who were visiting from out...
  • Overall
    4.0 stars
    • Food
      5.0 stars
    • Services
      3.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      5.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 3
  • I took family members who were visiting from out of town to this restaurant for a first visit. It was excellent. The server we had, wasn't quick to get to our table once we were seated, but very knowledgeable with the items on the menu and was able to offer suggestions when tossing up between two items. The portion sizes are perfect, the food excellent. The decor is very nice and quite appropriate to the theme. I would definitely return to this restaurant.

  • Order: kabobs as appetizers, lamb vindallo, lamb korma, lamb chops.
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Reviews
11 months ago
  • For my husband and I, The Bollywood Bistro is our...
  • Overall
    5.0 stars
    • Food
      5.0 stars
    • Services
      5.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 2
  • For my husband and I, The Bollywood Bistro is our happy place. :-)

    The food is predictably fantastic, the service is always with a smile, we're never rushed through and we always leave satisfied. I highly recommend the Butter Chicken and the Lamb Vindaloo. My husband's favourite is the Goa Shrimp. And if you have the room, definitely try the tandori platters. Although my husband and I are fans of the hot and spicy, even our 3 year old can eat at this indian restaurant with their selection of milder foods.

    Thank you Neena and Harish, for bringing such fabulous food to Guelph!

  • Order: Lamb Vindaloo, Chana Bharta, Butter Chicken, rice, naan
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Review 1
Helpful
2008/11/14
  • I have always wondered about The Bollywood Bistro...
  • Overall
    5.0 stars
    • Food
      5.0 stars
    • Services
      5.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 2
  • I have always wondered about The Bollywood Bistro because I used to work across the street. I finally tried it on a whim and was completely pleasantly surprise. As someone who frequently tries new restaurants I often find at least one thing to complain about. I cannot complain about anything in this restaurant. The service was very attentive and helpful and the food was just plain amazing. Our waitress who I suspect is one of the owners told us that all the food was made fresh. It was soooo good! I mean so tasty and not overly spicey. I would definitely go again and recommend to anyone, even people who are new to Indian food.

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wine list?
2008/11/07
  • What's with the booze?
  • Overall
    4.0 stars
    • Food
      4.0 stars
    • Services
      3.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 4
  • Great food, nice decor, worst wine list in town! I like the restarant but have a hard time convincing any of my friends to go there bassed on the lousy beverage selection.

  • Order: Dinner and drinks
kmb
2008/06/23
  • Love it!!!
  • Overall
    5.0 stars
    • Food
      5.0 stars
    • Services
      4.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      5.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 4
  • My favorite Indian restaurant. I've lived in India and my parents spent 35 years in India so we've tried every Indian restaurant around. Bollywood is my absolute favorite! The owners are very friendly, foods amazing, decor is nice...definitely recommend it.

  • Order: Almost everything...especially love the Paneer Makini
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Review 1
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2008/06/12
  • EXCELLENT!!!
  • Overall
    5.0 stars
    • Food
      5.0 stars
    • Services
      4.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      5.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 2
  • Stopped in on a whim for lunch and could not have been happier. We were greeted by both of the owners and were instantly welcomed by this charming establishment. All of the food was mouth watering and unbelieveable! The Naan was some of the best we've ever enjoyed! We are already planning our return visit!! Do your tastebuds a favour and check it out for yourself!

  • Order: Butter Chicken, Naan, Rice, Spinich & Chicken
  • 1 person thought this review was helpful
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rahul dey
2008/06/04
  • the worst restaurant
  • Overall
    1.0 star
    • Food
      1.0 star
    • Services
      1.0 star
    • Atmosphere
      1.0 star
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: No
    • Party Size: 3
  • I read about this restaurant and went to try it, but nothing was upto my standard. Food was tastless, no salt at all, recooked and very pricy. I couldn't beleive the good reviews this restaurant is getting, everything is fake. We will not go back.

  • Order: nan,alloo gobi,sekh kebob,lamb vindallo,lamb korma,rice
  • 1 person thought this review was helpful
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cindoc
2008/06/04
  • very tasty
  • Overall
    4.0 stars
    • Food
      4.0 stars
    • Services
      4.0 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.0 stars
    • Price Range (per person): $11-$25
    • Visit Again?: Yes
    • Party Size: 4
  • I'd have to say this is the best lamb curry and naan I've ever had. It was absolutely delicious! The service was great too.

  • Order: Lamb curry with rice and naan
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