Name & Detail	Price
Assorted Platter	£16.50
Vegetable Platter	£15.50
Plain Poppadom	£1.20
Masala Poppadom	£1.40
Sabji Tray Chutney	£3.20
Ahari Mirchi Bahar	£6.75
Tandoori Mela	£8.50
Garlic King Prawn	£9.50
Garlic Mushroom	£6.50
Chicken Kofta	£7.50
Tandoori Chicken	£6.50
Tandoori Sweet Chilli Chicken Tikka	£6.95
Tandoori South Indian Garlic Chilli Chicken Tikka	£6.95
Tandoori Lamb Chops	£8.90
Chicken Tikka	£6.50
Lamb Tikka	£7.95
Chicken Rashuny Bhaja	£6.95
Jungle Salad	£6.95
Shami Kebab	£6.95
Sheek Kebab	£6.50
Onion Bhaji	£5.50
Chicken Chat	£6.80
Lamb Chat	£7.80
Meat Samosa	£5.50
Vegetable Samosa	£5.50
Chicken Samosa	£5.50
Lamb Mirpuri	£11.50
Prawn Puri	£7.95
King Prawn Puri	£9.50
Salmon Tikka	£9.50
Fish Pakora	£8.95
Chotpoti	£6.50
Chicken Tikka Roll	£7.50
Paneer Tikka	£6.50
Prawn Cocktail	£7.90

Tandoori Specialities

Name & Detail	Price
Chicken Tikka	£12.95
Lamb Tikka	£14.95
Tandoori Chicken	£12.95
Tandoori Salmon Tikka	£18.95
Tandoori Fish Tikka	£17.95
Tandoori King Prawn	£18.95
Mixed Tandoori	£15.50
Tandoori Lamb Chops	£16.50
Tandoori Sweet Chilli Chicken Tikka	£12.50
Tandoori South Indian Garlic Chilli Chicken Tikka	£12.95
Hariyali Tikka	£12.95
Shashlick	£15.50
Salmon Shashlik	£18.95
Tandoori Combo	£15.50

Chef Recommendations

Name & Detail	Price
Gurka Masala	£15.95
Gustaba	£15.95
Chicken Kurzi	£18.95
Sandiya	£18.95
Aam Achari Chicken	£15.95
Jalfrezi	£15.95
Hariyali Chicken	£15.95
Adraki Aloo Gosht	£15.95
Mistie Nimura	£15.95
Garlic Chilli Duckling	£18.50
Bangla Nawabi Special	£15.95
Sizzling Monipuri	£15.95
Machli Johal	£17.95
Murgh Hyderabadi	£15.95
Zaal Jhool	£15.95
Jaflong	£15.95
South Indian Garlic Chilli	£15.95
Peshwari Jhinga	£17.95
Captain Patiala	£15.95
Anarkali Bahar	£15.95
Chicken Neharee	£15.95
Tikka Naga	£15.95
Rajasthani	£15.95
Mughlai	£15.95
South Indian Korma	£15.95
Kofta Bhuna	£15.95

Balti Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
Original Chicken Balti	£12.95
Original Lamb Balti	£14.95
Chicken Tikka Balti	£14.95
Lamb Tikka Balti	£16.95
Chicken and Mushroom Balti	£13.95
Prawn Balti	£15.95
Paneer Balti	£11.95
King Prawn Balti	£18.95
Chicken and Saag Balti	£11.95
Fairwater Special Balti	£16.50

Hot Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
Chilli Masala	£11.85
Madras	£11.85
Vindaloo	£11.85
Pathia	£11.85
Dhansak	£11.85

Mild Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
Korma	£11.85
Pasanda	£11.85
Makhani	£11.85
Tikka Masala	£11.85
Chef's Favourite	£11.85
Butter	£11.85

Medium Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
Curry	£11.85
Bhuna	£11.85
Rogan Josh	£11.85
Dupiaza	£11.85
Saag	£11.85
Malai	£11.85

Biryani Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
Chicken Biryani	£12.95
Lamb Biryani	£14.95
Chicken Tikka Biryani	£14.95
Lamb Tikka Biryani	£15.95
Prawn Biryani	£12.95
King Prawn Biryani	£17.95
Sabzi Biryani Vegetable	£11.95
Mushroom Biryani	£11.95
Special Biryani	£15.95
Chana Aloo Biryani	£11.95
Egg Mushroom Biryani	£11.95
Maharaja Biryani	£13.50
Continental Biriyani	£13.50

Vegetable Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
Shabzi Chilli Korahi	£10.50
Chana Masala	£10.50
Mixed Vegetable Korma	£10.50
Paneer Vegetable Masala	£10.50
Vegetable Curry	£10.50
Mutter Paneer	£10.50
Saag Paneer	£10.50
Sabji Bangla Nawabi	£10.50
Sabji Sizzling Monipuri	£10.50

Seafood Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
King Prawn Malai	£17.95
Karahi King Prawn	£17.95
Jalfrezi King Prawn	£17.95
Tandoori King Prawn Masala	£17.95
Fish Bhuna	£15.95
Masala Fish Bhuna	£15.95
South Indian Garlic Chilli King Prawn	£17.95

Kebabs and Wraps

Name & Detail	Price
Wraps	£10.95
Kebabs	£10.95

Rice and Naan Breads

Name & Detail	Price
Basmati Pilau Rice	£4.50
Peshwari Naan	£4.50
Chips	£3.95
Chana Rice	£4.75
Coconut Rice	£4.75
Stir Fried Rice	£4.75
Lemon Rice	£4.75
Aromatic Rice	£4.75
Boiled Plain Rice	£4.20
Fried Rice	£4.95
Special Fried Rice	£4.95
Keema Rice	£4.95
Garlic Rice	£4.75
Peas Rice	£4.75
Keema Naan	£4.50
Special Naan	£4.50
Cheese and Onion Naan	£4.50
Romali Naan	£4.50
Balti Naan (large)	£4.95
Plain Naan	£4.25
Garlic Naan	£4.50
Keema and Chilli Naan	£4.50
Garlic and Chilli Naan	£4.50
South Indian Chilli Naan	£4.50
Chapati	£3.95
Paratha	£4.10
Mughlai Paratha	£4.95

Vegetable Side Dishes

Name & Detail	Price
Vegetable Bhaji	£5.95
Bombay Aloo	£5.95
Aloo Gobi	£5.95
Saag Bhaji	£5.95
Saag Aloo	£5.50
Mushroom Bhaji	£5.95
Bhindi Bhaji	£5.95
Broccoli Bhaji	£5.95
Cauliflower Bhaji	£5.95
Aubergine Bhaji	£5.95
Capsicum Bhaji	£5.95
Tarka Dal	£5.95
Chana Bhaji	£5.95
Onion Raita	£4.50
Cucumber Raita	£4.50
Mixed Raita	£4.95
Saag Paneer	£5.95
Mutter Paneer	£5.95

Special Set Menus

Name & Detail	Price
For 2 Persons	£58.00
For 4 Persons	£110.00

Meat Thalis

Name & Detail	Price
For 1 Person	£35.00
For 2 Persons	£65.00

Vegetarian Thalis

Name & Detail	Price
For 1 Person	£34.00
For 2 Persons	£63.00

Children's Menu

Name & Detail	Price
Chicken Nuggets and Chips	£9.50
Fried Scampi	£9.50
Chicken Tikka Wrap	£10.50
Lamb Tikka Wrap	£12.50

Drinks

Name & Detail	Price
Tango Orange 330ml	£2.00
Diet Coke 330ml	£2.00
Coke 330ml	£2.00
Fanta Orange 330ml	£2.00
Pepsi 330ml	£2.00
Coke Big Bottle	£4.50
Diet Coke Big Bottle	£4.50
Pepsi Big Bottle	£4.50

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Fairwater Balti (FAQs)

General FAQs

Q1: What kind of starter platters are available?
A: The restaurant offers an Assorted Platter serving 2 to 3 people and a Vegetable Platter serving 2 to 3 people.

Q2: What is the Tandoori Mela?
A: The Tandoori Mela is a cocktail of tandoori specialities served sizzling and garnished with coriander and a dash of cream.

Q3: Are there vegetarian options available in the starters?
A: Yes, the menu includes a Vegetable Platter and Garlic Mushroom, which are marked as vegetarian options.

Q4: What meat is included in the Fairwater Special Balti?
A: The Fairwater Special Balti includes chicken, lamb, and prawn with spinach in a rich and spicy balti sauce.

Q5: Which dishes are prepared using the Naga chilli sauce?
A: The Tikka Naga is a hot and spicy dish prepared in a thick Naga chilli sauce.

Q6: What is included in the Special Biryani?
A: The Special Biryani is a mixture of chicken, meat, mushrooms, and prawns, served with an omelette on top.

Q7: Do any dishes come with an egg topping?
A: Yes, the Special Biryani comes served with an omelette on top.

Q8: Are there any platter options for those preferring seafood?
A: The menu features a Garlic King Prawn starter item, although no specific seafood platter is listed.

Q9: What is the main difference between the Madras and Vindaloo dishes?
A: The Madras dish is classified as hot, while the Vindaloo dish is classified as very hot.

Q10: What ingredients are in the Aloo Gobi side dish?
A: The Aloo Gobi side dish is made with potatoes and cauliflower.

Pricing FAQs

Q1: How is pricing potentially different between dine-in and takeaway?
A: The provided menu data only reflects pricing for delivery orders and does not specify dine-in costs.

Q2: Are there any delivery charges mentioned on the menu?
A: The store information indicates a delivery fee banner, though the exact charge is not itemized against specific menu prices.

Q3: Are there any special bundles or set menus available?
A: Yes, there are set menus available for two persons priced at £58.00 and for four persons priced at £110.00.

Q4: How does the price of a Chicken Biryani compare to a Lamb Biryani?
A: The Chicken Biryani is priced at £12.95, while the Lamb Biryani is priced higher at £14.95.

Q5: Can the price of dishes be impacted by special customisations?
A: Some dishes allow for customization, which may affect the final charged price, though specific customization costs are not detailed here.

Q6: Are there specific pricing structures for the children’s meals?
A: Children’s Menu items like Chicken Nuggets and Chips are priced at £9.50.

Q7: Are tax or VAT considerations mentioned regarding the listed prices?
A: The listed prices are presented as final taglines (e.g., £12.95) and do not explicitly detail VAT inclusion or exclusion.

Q9: What is the price range for the main Chef Recommendations dishes?
A: The Chef Recommendations main dishes generally range from £15.95 up to £18.95 depending on the item selected.

Q10: Is there a minimum spend requirement for placing an order?
A: Information regarding a minimum spend requirement is not explicitly stated within the menu item details.

Popular Items at Fairwater Balti

Fairwater Balti serves as a staple for classic Indian takeaway in Cardiff, providing an expansive menu filled with aromatic curries and clay-oven specialties. The kitchen focuses on delivering traditional comfort food that relies on well-loved regional spice combinations.

The Massala is widely chosen because it offers a familiar taste and balanced portion featuring a rich, sweet, and mild profile
Chicken-based options like Chicken Tikka are often preferred when a lighter, protein-focused meal is desired
Signature dishes like the highly fragrant Tikka Biriyani remain popular among users who want a classic, complete rice experience
Simple appetisers such as the crisp Onion Bahjee are commonly selected for quick additions to meals due to convenience

Budget-Friendly Choices at Fairwater Balti

Eating well on a budget is highly accessible here, particularly when utilizing regional staple options and standard combinations to create a filling evening takeaway.

Option Type	What to Expect	Smart Choice Example
Value meals	Balanced meals at lower cost	Biriyani meal
Light meals	Smaller portions	Single Chicken Chat
Saver deals	Basic combinations	Korma with rice
Everyday picks	Practical and affordable	Onion Bahjee with flatbread

Choosing a Korma alongside individual side portions instead of a large luxury set helps control total cost
Simple meal deals built around rice and classic main dishes are often the most practical for everyday users
Standard mild dishes paired with flatbreads are usually the easiest choice for quick, affordable ordering

What to Order at Fairwater Balti Based on Your Needs

The menu layout allows you to easily scale your meal size depending on your appetite or the size of your group.

For solo meals: A standard Biriyani dish provides a balanced portion of seasoned rice and meat without being excessive
For chicken lovers: Tandoori-baked selections like the Chicken Tikka Appetiser are commonly chosen for a lighter, flame-grilled experience
For those who enjoy sharing: Multi-item options such as the Assorted Platter are preferred for a more varied, collaborative starter course
For budget-conscious users: Smaller standalone items or traditional vegetable sides help manage spending while staying satisfied
For quick takeaway: Roll options or standard dry starters are much easier to carry and eat on the go
If you prefer a spicier or stronger flavor, options like the fiery Madras curry may be more suitable
If you are looking for a lighter option, simpler individual items like the Plain Poppadom are easier to manage alongside a small main

What to Know Before Ordering from Fairwater Balti

Keeping a few simple practicalities in mind can greatly streamline your takeaway ordering experience.

Portion sizes vary significantly between single skewered appetisers and full main curry containers
Combo or sharing options often provide better value than ordering numerous independent separate items
Traditional menu add-ons and side chutneys can increase total cost quickly if chosen extensively
Some slow-cooked items such as a full meat curry may be much more filling than expected on first glance
Availability of specific specials or seasonal items may vary slightly by branch or order method

Is Fairwater Balti Halal, Vegan, or Vegetarian Friendly?

The extensive menu leaves plenty of room for customized ordering depending on your baseline dietary requirements.

Category	Availability
Halal	Availability varies across UK locations; confirm directly with the branch
Vegetarian	Options like vegetable samosas and individual pakoras are generally available in most cases
Vegan	Limited but growing across UK menus; crosscheck for dairy use in specific sauces

Alternatives to Fairwater Balti

If you want to vary your options around Cardiff or try a slightly different twist on local takeaway, consider these common pathways:

A traditional sit-down Indian restaurant is commonly chosen by users looking for a similar fast-food style experience but with formal table service
A dedicated regional tandoori specialist is often preferred for specialized clay-oven chicken options
A casual street food spot is suitable for users who prefer lighter or highly customizable small-plate meals