Welcome to The Elephant Pub & Indian Restaurant
At The Elephant Pub & Indian Restaurant, warmth and hospitality are at the heart of every dining experience. Nestled in Tadley, this gem offers a unique blend of traditional Indian flavors in a cozy pub setting. Customers rave about the exceptional Sunday buffet, featuring a variety of dishes that captivate the palate, from aromatic biryanis to perfectly spiced curries. The attentive staff, led by the charming owner Abbs, creates a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. With consistently high-quality food and an inviting ambiance, The Elephant promises a memorable culinary adventure, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just enjoying a casual meal.
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28 Heath End Rd, Baughurst, Tadley RG26 5LU, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 118 981 4444
Welcome to The Elephant Pub & Indian Restaurant, a beloved culinary gem nestled at 28 Heath End Rd, Baughurst, Tadley RG26 5LU, United Kingdom. This unique establishment seamlessly combines the warmth of a charming pub with the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine. With its inviting atmosphere and friendly staff, The Elephant has established itself as a cherished spot for both locals and visitors alike.
One of the standout features of The Elephant is its Sunday Evening Buffet. Patrons rave about the all-you-can-eat traditional Indian feast, offering an array of dishes that are not just generous in quantity but also rich in flavor and authenticity. Richard Barber, a frequent visitor, highlights the consistently excellent food quality and the welcoming nature of the staff, aptly referring to the restaurant as 'the Ellie'.
The menu boasts a diverse selection of flavorful dishes that cater to all tastes. For those looking for something light yet satisfying, the Saag Aloo paired with Garlic and Cheese Naan and Vegetable Samosas satisfies the palate without compromising on fullness, as noted by Coinneach Hurford. The signature Hyderabad “Dum” Biryani, served in an aesthetically pleasing jar, unleashes a symphony of spices that make it a must-try for biryani lovers, as Karon Banks recounts from her delightful date night experience.
- Atmosphere: The décor combines a lively pub vibe with the warmth typical of Indian hospitality, making it perfect for both casual meals and special occasions.
- Service: The attentive staff, including the charming owner Abbs, ensure that each guest feels valued and receives a memorable dining experience.
- Flavors: Commentators frequently praise the balanced spices and fresh ingredients that define the dishes, ensuring that every meal is as satisfying as it is flavorful.
With offerings like the Honey Garlic Jinga and the exquisite Royal Bengal Bream, each plate is crafted to perfection, making The Elephant a top contender for the best Indian cuisine in the region. Those who’ve dined here often leave with plans to return, a testament to the lasting impression created by every meal.
In conclusion, if you are in search of a vibrant, welcoming place that serves up authentic Indian dishes with a delightful twist, The Elephant Pub & Indian Restaurant is a destination that promises to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Reserve your table or drop by and immerse yourself in a feast for the senses!
For reservations, call +44 118 981 4444 and prepare for a culinary adventure!
A group of us have been making the ‘Ellie’ our regular place to go for a while now. Mostly because the atmosphere is warm and welcoming and Sunday evenings they have an ‘all-you-can-eat’ traditional Indian cuisine buffet for a very reasonable price. The food is excellent and the quality has been consistently good for months. All of us (sometimes 10 or so of us at a time) enjoy this place a lot and some of us can be a wee bit picky! The staff are always friendly and the ‘main man’ always comes out for a chat. They’re all such good people and can’t seem to do enough for us. so ‘thank you and well done’ to all at ‘the Ellie’
Had the Sunday Buffet here today. Absolutely delicious. Great choice, great flavours & good service. Well done Abbs. We will be back.
After finding out this was the same team that backed one of my favourite indian restaurant I knew that I had to try it. The flavours and quality of freshness off the food matches that that I remembered well. There is a great atmosphere that makes you feel welcome and at home. They serve alcohol so if you fancy it you can have it with your meal, they also have a pool table to play on. I had something light which was Saag Aloo, Garlic and cheese Naan and two Vegetable Samosa’s and I felt stuffed after. Service of course was impeccable as i’ve come to learn from such a great team.
What an absolutely delicious meal we had on a Monday evening for a little date night out!! The atmosphere was lovely. Delightful and attentive waitresses and the owner was also very attentive and quite lovely too! Starting with crispy thin poppadoms and dips and then home made onion bhajis- (gorgeous)! Our main meal came soon after. I had the Hyderabad “Dum” Byriani, which came in a sealed, beautiful mason type jar, holding in all the exquisite spices and flavours of what was, without doubt, the best Byriani I’ve ever had!! Hubby had a very delicious, not too hot , Railway Lamb dish. The peshwari Naan and mint dip only served to enhance the deliciousness of the whole meal!! Would visit this place again and again!! Loved it
We dropped by early on a Friday evening, without notice, having decided it would be better to stop and eat than to sit in traffic on the M4. Such an excellent decision. We were met by the owner, Abbs, who is charming, and has a warmth evident in the greetings of all the locals who approached him. The restaurant occupies a part of the local pub, and the atmosphere is lively and convivial. The food was yummy. We had a couple of chicken dishes, and some side dishes, and ate far too much. There was so much that we should really have taken a doggie bag, but we took our time and ate everything. I feel that the staff had to open both doors to let us out. Service was friendly and attentive, and it was nice to see the staff being treated so well, and smiling. I am so glad we stopped here for dinner. Very friendly, good food, lively homely atmosphere and good quantities. Wishing you much success and longevity. Thank you for a very good evening.
As usual, wonderful food and our server Beth was friendly and professional. Always a great meal in the Elephant and would highly recommend.
Wow! What can I say the Elephant is a lovely cosy pub/restaurant which serves up some delicious Indian cuisine. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was presented beautifully and tasted fresh and well balanced. I decided to try something different from my usual, so I went for the kerala murg. It was a great choice and it paired really well with the saag ponir I had too. Overall I can’t recommend the Elephant enough. I will certainly be returning soon.
The food was amazing. The best Indian food I have had for ages. I had the Honey Garlic Jinga for starter and Royal Bengal Bream for main. Really lovely, subtle spicing without too much heat and light and delicate. The accompanying dish that came with the bream was amazing. I am coming back for the Seabass Sensation.