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Neeraj, who worked as a chef for the Ashoka Group of restaurants after moving to Scotland from India in 2008, explains “The name of the restaurant pays tribute to the 29 different states that make up of India, and we offer dining dishes from all over the country. my homeland.”
“I’m from a state in the northern part of India, Himachal Pradesh,” he explains, “and I want to share authentic Indian cooking with the people of Glasgow. I don’t want to make the menu too big, but I try to show people food from all over India. I’ve been a chef for the past 22 years, so my priorities are always to make the best possible food with the freshest ingredients.”
Neeraj understands the importance of not only good food, but providing exceptional customer service – as he began his career working in five star hotels in India. Alongside his wife, he takes a very practical approach to running 29 Lalaith, ensuring that customers see them regularly in the restaurant.
29 State is located within the shopping square in Broomhill, with the location carefully chosen to offer convenience to their customers.
“The location was appealing as it offered ample parking space outside,” explains Neeraj. “Nowadays, if people are going to eat in the city centre, it is very difficult and expensive to park their car. This location has plenty of parking outside, it’s convenient for people eating in or getting a takeaway.”
The other appeal of the venue, Neeraj explains, was the large wooden decking area outside the restaurant. As we enter summer and the weather improves, he believes the decking will be a popular place for alfresco dining.
“The decking can fit around 40 people to sit outside, they can have a drink, some cocktails, and food too. I’ve never had the opportunity to run a restaurant and bar – so this gives a great opportunity to offer people somewhere to eat and something to drink at the same time. I think the outdoor space will be very popular.”
But what about the food? Neeraj has carefully created a menu that includes familiar favorites and more unusual dishes that customers may not have tried before.
A special section of the menu is dedicated to ‘Glasgow’s favourites’, including korma, chasni, bhoona and masala, as well as the very popular pakora. Yet Neeraj is also keen to introduce Glaswegians to some dishes they may not have heard of before.
This includes Dahiwale Chicken Wings, marinated in yogurt and spices overnight and then deep fried for maximum flavor. There is also Soya Chaap Masala, a vegan dish cooked in a tomato and onion sauce with pepper, or the Lamb and Jackfruit Curry which combines a familiar favorite with a vegan specialty.
To find out more and to book your table, call 0141 334 6257 or visit www.29states.uk . Delivery also available.
29 States India Cuisine is located at Broomhill Square, 6 Norby Rd, Glasgow G11 7BN
Open Monday to Sunday 12:00 noon – 10:00 pm – Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/29statesindianrestaurant
