Lacto
Indian
Take-out

Family-run Sikh Panjabi cafe. 2015 reported food is all vegetarian and will remove dairy to make a dish vegan upon request. Open Tue-Sun 12:00-20:00.


31 Reviews

First Review by Ghiribizzo

Nickymidds

Points +26

Vegan
22 Mar 2025

Delicious, fresh and great value vegan food 😋

We got a takeaway to share between five of us, with myself as the only vegan. The staff were really helpful in informing me which options were suitable and clearly labelled everything in our takeaway to let me know which options I could eat. The portions were huge and we’ve loads of leftovers left - which taste even better the following day. We will definitely be back!

Pros: Vegan options, Good value, Fresh and delicious

Plant_powered_travels

Points +676

Vegan
06 Mar 2025

Nice

Vegan options lacking. We got the thali, portion size was pretty good, they replace the dairy yoghurt with pakoras.

Pros: Staff were lovely

BamBilham

Points +197

Vegan
20 Oct 2024

Vegan dishes unfairly more expensive than vegetarian ones.

Vegan dishes are disproportionately expensive compared to the vegetarian dishes. I always went to the restaurant with vegan friends so I wasn't aware of it until I went with a vegetarian. He ordered a vegetarian dish and I ordered a vegan one. They were both the same price and in the same section of the menu, so it's assumed they were similar dishes. My dish consisted of a small bowl of lentils and bread, while the vegetarian dish consisted of a small bowl of chickpeas, a bowl of salad, a bowl of fried indian pastries, and several small plates of jam and yogurt. My friend didn't finish the dish and I was left hungry. We both pay the same. I talked to the waiter and he admitted it wasn't fair. Still, the vegan dish got no reduction and we paid full price for both dishes. I felt ripped off, I wouldn't value this small bowl of lentils at more than £2'50. Since that time, I have not returned nor will I.

Updated from previous review on 2024-10-20

Pros: Home made food, Seasonal vegetables , Family business

Cons: Disproportionate prices, Vegan dishes too expensive , Poor amount of food in vegan dishes

daisy12orange

Points +156

Vegan
07 Oct 2024

best pakoras ever

my brother lives down the road from here and whenever we go to visit we get a Ranjit's takeaway. great value for money and absolutely delicious, every time. Dal of the day is always very tasty, and most options are vegan/can be made vegan - we often just get the curries and then cook rice at home, since they don't do rice. don't miss out on their pakoras!!!

Pros: DELICIOUS, value for money

Simsimsims

Points +2415

Vegan
08 Jan 2024

Surprising lack of vegan options

Pretty disappointing to have only a few vegan options. The staff was accommodating but even then, not that many vegetarian dishes could be made vegan.
The food we tried was tasty and affordable though.

Updated from previous review on 2024-01-08

Weaselmaster

Points +196

Vegan
15 Nov 2023

Simply delicious

Probably my favourite Indian restaurant in Glasgow. Family run, basic menu with a different daal, sabzi and special each day (daal and sabzi are, I think, always vegan) plus the freshest, tastiest pakoras, samosas and aloo tikkas you’ll find. Curries are served with 2 roti rather than rice- ask for these not to be brushed with butter. There’s also a vegan thali which is a good option.
I’ve always found the staff very friendly and helpful. It’s a small place with 4 bench like tables, so you’ll probably be sharing a table with other diners. They do take out too.
If I lived on the Southside I’d never be away from this place. It’s very affordable.

Pros: Good freshly made food, Unpretentious , Really reasonable price

Cons: Could offer vegan yogurt options

Marta_C

Points +273

Vegan
16 Jun 2023

Fresh, mouth-watering Indian food

This little gem makes some of the most delicious Indian food I have ever tried. I usually get the thali as it gives you a chance to try a few different things. The restaurant is small and doesn't take any bookings so bear that in mind if you are planning of going. 100% recommended.

Pros: All food is veggie/vegan, Freshly cooked

Cons: Small premises but cosy and lovely

CoreyMoses

Points +187

Vegetarian
24 May 2023

Oh my, so tasty

Really wonderful no frills Indian family style thali. I’ve really loved everything I’ve eaten from here and I will certainly be back again and again. Lovely staff too

Pros: Mmm, Mmm, Mmmmm

BernieC*1979

Points +20

Vegan
19 May 2023

Outstanding

We had our first visit to Ranjit's kitchen for lunch yesterday and were not disappointed.
The staff were very pleasant and attentive to our needs. The food was outstanding and everything tasted very fresh. Everything was very reasonably priced too.
I highly recommend paying Ranjit's Kitchen a visit.

Pros: Outstanding food, Fresh ingredients, Pleasant and attentive staff

the_fat_vegetarian

Points +75

Vegetarian
17 Sep 2022

Excellent.

Love the food here. Small place with nice folk and good service. Will return.

Updated from previous review on 2022-09-16

RabbHaw

Points +140

Vegan
16 Sep 2022

Visited Today First Time. Won't be the Last 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

The Phat Vegetarian, Bad Buddist and I visited Ranjit Kitchen today the Food was Most Excellent from Chai , breads , chutney, Curry, Daal and Finally an Excellent Exoresso.
Looking forward to visiting again very soon.

Pros: Plenty of Vegan options , Freshly made and cooked Food ., Great staff , Great atmosphere, Clean friendly,

Cons: Let me think;!!!, Hhhmmm, No

SachairiNixon

Points +27

Vegan
26 Jun 2022

amazing

the food here is so so good, and so affordable! a lovely spot to eat at

Pros: lots of vegan options, affordable, nice atmosphere

Cons: none

gypsykirk

Points +31

Mostly Veg
27 Feb 2022

Fantastic food!

Brilliant menu. Recommended and will definitely be back! 👌🏼

Pros: Friendly staff and great atmosphere, Great freshly cooked authentic food, Reasonably priced.

Cons: Nothing of note

Barry_Davis

Points +50

Vegetarian
12 Nov 2021

Lovely food & lovely people

We had the Tali & Dhal.
The food was delicious & very reasonably priced.
It was a Thursday but was busy, it’s obviously very popular.

Pros: All dishes can be made vegan

Cons: May have to queue for a table

Niccatw

Points +43

Vegan
15 Jul 2021

Lovely.

The food was gorgeous, I wanted it all! The service was great - I didn't think to say I didn't want butter on my chapatis, but the waiter must have saw it in my face because before he even put the plate down, he asked if I was vegan and made me another😄Lovely atmosphere too.

Bush_did_nine_eleven

Points +708

Vegan
31 Dec 2019

Excellent food

The food is excellent and despite not having a stand alone vegan menu, the servers are happy to point out the vegan options and change certain sauces and dips for the vegan needs. The thali is especially enjoyable. Not too expensive!

Pros: Very tasty authentic punjabi cuisine.

Cons: Communal seating, no reservations.

Nightdances

Points +142

Vegan
05 May 2019

Great food - Rude Staff Member

My husband and I went to Ranjit’s Kitchen today for lunch. There wasn’t a huge vegan selection so I decided just to have a ginger tea which was extremely good. My husband had a Dahl which was pretty nice, and some delicious potato fritters. The sweets are really delicious too. The prices are really good too.
My only disappointment was that the whole experience was made uncomfortable by the short blonde male staff member. He was rude and offhand from the moment we arrived, waving us nonchalantly toward a table while remaining seated himself at the other side of the room, he didn’t address me directly the whole time and only spoke to my husband. The rest of the staff were absolutely lovely and really helpful, which is why it’s a bit of a shame this guy was so offhand.

Pros: Delicious food , Great value

CalandDel

Points +70

Vegetarian
27 Oct 2018

Great Homemade Panjabi Cooking

We visited soon after it had opened for the day to make sure we got a seat, we are glad we did as it was already half-full. The simple menu was easy to navigate but making a choice was more difficult so we opted for the Thali (inc 1 vegan) with added Paneer Pakora and Samosas. The food arrived fairly quickly and we liked the range of options within the Thalis - daal, veg sabji, veg pakora (v) or yoghurt with rotis, pickles and lemon chutney - each part was well made and tasty but combining them accentuated the flavours & textures and our enjoyment of the meal. The samosas were smooth and rich whilst the paneer pakora was extra special with a layer of pickled ginger sandwiched inside, something we have never had before and can't wait to have again, both came with great dipping sauces. The layout of the cafe is simple but tasteful, the staff all friendly and helpful and we noticed a constant stream of people coming in to dine, purchasing takeaway or collecting orders they had made over the phone. We were extremely impressed with Ranjit's Kitchen and will be returning very soon!

Pros: Excellent Food, Great Value, Relaxed Vibe

Cons: Cannot book - canteen style

SatShabad

Points +322

Vegan
07 Oct 2018

Home goodness.

I called this place home for my two weeks in Glasgow. Such a happy feeling to try their daily menu or experiment with their other options. Also good for budget options.

Pros: Plenty of Vegan, Flavorful and Delicious , Gluten Free and clearly marked Veg options

Cons: Cash only, Expect to sit around and wait during busy times

falafffel

Points +3175

Vegan
03 Oct 2018

Amazingly cheap and very good Indian food

If you are after some Indian food and particularly if you do not want to spend a lot of money on it, then Ranjit's Kitchen is the place to go in Glasgow. For as little as 4 pounds you will get a dall with two rotis, which is not a huge portion but filling and definitely enough for me. I still recommend to get some starters like samosas or pakoras, which also cost about 4 pounds for a large serve and taste great.

Pros: Great Indian food, Very cheap

steenmurph

Points +236

Vegan
13 Aug 2018

Unbelievable value

We got soooo much amazing food. It was absolutely fantastic and came to only £15. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

GillianDickie

Points +18

Vegan
03 Jun 2018

Delicious!

Everything I ordered was fantastic, the food was very reasonably priced too. I took away what we couldn’t finish and ordered some to take home. A great place for vegans (and vegetarians and everyone actually).

imogenmichel

Points +2707

Vegan
16 May 2018

Disappointing options for vegans

I came here today for a quick lunch and was sadly disappointed to find a real lack of options for vegans, especially as today’s dahl had animal products in it which meant that I couldn’t have that or the thali. I had a passable but rather bland sabji and dry rotis with chutneys. Given that this is a vegetarian restaurant in such a vegan-friendly city as Glasgow it was very disappointing - they don’t even label vegan on the menu. The staff were friendly and helpful, bumping it up from a single star, but I doubt I’ll be back again.

Cons: No vegan labelling , Limited, bland vegan options

limegreen07

Points +156

Vegetarian
23 Sep 2017

Excellent Panjabi cooking

Excellent value for money with great tastes for vegetarians and vegans, all with generous portions and very friendly helpful staff.
You can't reserve a table (4 each side at a push) and it's possible that you will have to wait in a window seat if you are there in the evening but we would happily do so.

Food is clearly prepared to order and served with a smile.

They were excellent with our rather messy small companions (staff very thorough with their cleaning) and for the price and quality, it's unbeatable.
Now open a branch in Edinburgh please!!!

Pros: Excellent food quality, Very friendly, Superb value

Cons: Possibility of waiting

JennieMcDougall

Points +27

Vegetarian
08 Jul 2017

yum

The best food and value for money! I try to go every time I'm in Glasgow

Ghiribizzo

Points +224

Vegetarian
05 Mar 2017

The 'yardstick' to compare others with!

We first tried Ranjit's Kitchen based on the Herald on Sunday review by Joanna Blythman. Since then it's become an almost weekly visit to work our way round the Menu.
Great family service every time and the homemade sweets are great - apart from your weight perhaps!
There's a moderate wait for your food as it is all made to order and there may be some take-out orders in progress.
Plenty parking in nearby streets or get the train to Queen's Park and the walk is only 3 minutes.

t&hSlater

Points +13

Vegetarian
07 Dec 2016

good food

fresh and good food. Punjab

I like it reasonably pricest

benched seating good grub

Pros: lot to choose

Cons: good price




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