The Mosque Kitchen

So I've been going to this place for years and I definitely think their standards have dropped as they have become more mainstream and commercial. That said, for the price you pay you can get a reasonable amount of food and it is decent quality. Dont expect any frills.

Popped in here with my wife while visiting Edinburgh. Excellent food,great variety, generous portions and lovely staff. What more can one ask for?

Traditional Pakistani food cooked to traditional style. Tried the buffet so I could sample the staters and main. Everything tasted so unique. There are also menu options available. Very surprised at how quickly the restaurant got busy. Will write a more detailed review later as I want to finish eating :-)

Mariam Z

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Oct 29, 2025

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A bit of a mixed bag: nut allergy sufferers, take note! The Good: Lovely little place! The inside is lovely, the portions are really big, and the staff are really friendly. The menu has a decent choice, though not everything is available every day. They also do a nice selection of cakes and hot tea. It was our first day in Edinburgh and our first proper stop for food. The kids loved their seekh kebabs and naan. The Bad (and a serious warning): Now for the major downside. I ordered the chicken tikka with rice. In all my born days (and as a South Asian person) I have never heard of almonds in a chicken tikka sauce nor have chicken tikka ever been SWEET. I took one bite and had a full-blown allergic reaction. When I asked, the bloke confirmed the sauce has almond powder in it. So, a massive red flag for anyone with a nut allergy. My friend and daughter also had the chicken tikka, and they said the sauce was far too sweet and they didn't enjoy it. The Okay: The chicken buna on rice was decent enough, but just a heads-up, it's not a proper South Asian buna, so don't expect those classic, deep spices. Verdict: Great for a big portion, but be very careful what you order, especially if you've got allergies. We had a bit of a nightmare, to be honest.