Royal Taj Authentic Indian Cuisine (Inside Clarion Inn)
$$ • Indian
Hours:
805 SW Service Rd, Southern Pines
(910) 725-0067
About Royal Taj Authentic Indian Cuisine (Inside Clarion Inn)
Customers' Favorites
Recent Reviews
Excellent Indian cuisine cooked to order - choose your level of hot & spicy. Located inside the EconoLodge in Southern Pines, NC. Best approached from rear entrance off Morganton Rd. Small with nice decor and friendly service.
What a great experience. Tangela was awesome she served us with passion and professionalism. Her custom drink was out of this world. The food matched her service the food is amazing. 10 out of 10 easily. I definitely recommend dinning in or ordering out!
Thomas Terry
What a restaurant. Had a great dining experience. Good food specially my favorite masala dosa with authentic chutney and sambar. And the punju chholey bhature just great not missing India. Topped by the warm and ever smiling staff. The owner / family specially visited our table and ensured all was okay. Would love to visit and try other dishes. Keep it up!
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 4:30 - 9:45PM 11AM - 2PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 2PM 4:30 - 9:45PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 2PM 4:30 - 9:45PM |
| Friday | 4:30 - 9:45PM 11AM - 2PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 2PM 4:30 - 9:45PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 2PM 4:30 - 9:45PM |
Royal Taj Authentic Indian Cuisine, located inside Clarion Inn, offers a satisfying and flavorful Indian dining experience. Guests consistently praise the freshness and quality of the food, noting that everything is prepared with care. The garlic naan is often highlighted as fresh, warm, and perfectly crisp with just the right amount of garlic and herbs. The curries, including chicken and lamb tikka masala, are described as rich, creamy, and full of flavor, with a beautiful balance of spices. The rice is fluffy and fragrant, pairing well with the sauces, and presentation is clean and inviting.
Many visitors appreciate the generous portion sizes and the overall cleanliness of the restaurant. Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, and helpful, with staff going out of their way to ensure a good experience. On busy nights, the host is noted as upbeat and welcoming. Some reviews mention specific standout dishes such as the ghee roast dosa, which is highly recommended.
While most reviews are highly positive, a few mention that the meat portions in some dishes like tikka masala may not match the high prices, though the taste remains excellent. Overall, Royal Taj provides a delicious, well-prepared Indian cuisine experience, with attentive service and a clean environment, making it a popular choice for those craving flavorful Indian food.