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Cinnamon Tree at Pontcana, The Summary
- Address: 173 Kings Road, Cardiff, CF11 9DE (Map)
- Tel: +44 (0)29 2037 4433
- E-mail: Click here to contact
- Cuisine(s): Bangladeshi, Indian
- Opening Times: Mon - Sat: 12:00 - 14:00 18:00 - 23:00
Sun: 12:00 - 22:00 - Avg Price: £29.00
- Party Planner: Group bookings & Party planner
If you need to cancel your booking, please click here.
(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)
Cinnamon Tree at Pontcana, The Description
The bark of a cinnamon tree is remarkable for its intense flavour and is an indispensable spice in South Asian kitchens; likewise much attention is also lavished on this vital condiment at its namesake restaurants in Treforest and Pontcana, and a buffet and takeaway location in Bridgend. In fact it's more than just cinnamon; their time-tested recipes are built around an impressive blend of aromatic spices and ingredients.
Although customary Indian fare is prominently featured, it's interesting to notice dishes like aag utt pakheeza - flaming ostrich steaks marinated in fresh herbs and spices, grilled in a tandoor and served sizzling in brandy flame, bringing a whiff of novelty to proceedings. So do braised turkey fillets with spicy mushroom bhuna and sometimes its wise to pay heed to what the chef's have to say in the section devoted to their recommended dishes like the fairly hot Goa green chicken and peshawari king prawns.
Buffets certainly make for interesting eating especially at Cinnamon Tree with a spread of over 20 dishes capturing flavours of the Middle East and the Indian sub-continent.
Your Reviews of Cinnamon Tree at Pontcana, The
Rob (1 September 2008)
Having dined there about fifteen or twenty times, plus many more takeaways, I find this to be the most consistent and superior Indian restaurant I've ever been to. The takeaway quality is better than average but they really excel on the 'dining-in' experience. Admittedly I've had one average dish, but that's not bad considering how many exceptional ones I've had and how many exceptional ones my friends have had. I'm vegetarian and my friends are not - but all are catered for with tremendous range; equally important is the difference between the different dishes - it's not a case of selling one curry under five names - all dishes are individual, distinct and all are worth trying. The food is exceptional, fresh, and good portion size. The interior is very funky, clean and modern and great atmosphere. Excellent value for money, although bar prices are a little expensive if you venture further than just draught Cobra beer. Seriously - this is the best Indian restaurant in Cardiff and certainly the best I've visited nation-wide.
Chris (1 June 2008)
What can I say! It’s was truly fantastic meal in a great atmosphere with friendly service. I’m looking forward to my next visit with the family.
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Additional Info for Cinnamon Tree at Pontcana, The
Children welcome- Groups allowed
- Air conditioning
Outside seating- Reservations
- Cover Charge
- House red: £9.95
- House white: £9.95
- Service charge: Not included
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