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What Our Guests Say – Tharavadu as a Home Away from Home

published on: 20th august, 2025

A Restaurant Built on Community

Awards, Michelin recognition, and celebrity visits matter — but at the heart of Tharavadu is one thing: our guests. From day one, our mission has been to make Tharavadu a place where everyone feels at home, whether you’re from Kerala, another part of India, or Leeds itself.

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Guest Voices That Inspire Us

The most rewarding part of our journey has been hearing what guests say after dining with us:

• “This is the closest I’ve felt to home since moving from Kerala.”
• “A refreshing change from the typical curry house — light, fresh, and authentic.”
• “We came for a birthday, and it turned into a night to remember.”
• “The service, the flavours, the ambience — everything feels world-class.”

These words mean more than any accolade — they prove that we’re creating experiences, not just meals.

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Stories That Stay With Us

One guest who had lived in the UK for 20 years said our vegetarian Sadya-style dishes brought back memories of his childhood in Kerala. Another described our Meen Curry as “the taste of the sea and spices, exactly as I remembered from my grandmother’s kitchen.”

These stories are why we do what we do.

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Why Guests Keep Coming Back

We’ve become the go-to restaurant in Leeds for:

• Casual dinners with friends and family.
• Special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and farewells.
• Private dining for groups of 10–12.
• Large-scale events for 300+ guests.

Whether it’s a quiet meal or a grand celebration, Tharavadu is a space where people feel both comfortable and celebrated.

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Our Promise to Guests

Every person who walks through our doors is part of our story. Our promise is simple: to continue offering the best Indian dining experience in Leeds, rooted in Kerala’s traditions, but open to everyone.