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The Blue Taj
Located in Ballantyne Village, The Blue Taj is a groundbreaking restaurant serving Indian Cuisine and a much needed and welcome addition to Charlotte’s dining scene.
The Décor at The Blue Taj is chic and modern, yet very cozy and eclectic. There are four themed dining areas to keep the excitement going for each time you visit. A chic wine cellar also graces the floor of the restaurant where vast and popular selections of wines are stored in a good temperature and humidity controlled environment. The Bubble Bar is open nightly to fix your craving for exciting combination of both signature and innovative cocktails and refreshingly sparkling and other popular wines by the glass.
The Blue Taj is also a lunch destination in a very popular location. The ample selections of lunch offerings are sure to please business and mainstream diners alike.
The Blue Taj is also available for private events and parties of various sizes.
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74 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 74 reviews
5 stars
(35)
4 stars
(28)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(41)
- neighborhood gem(35)
- romantic(24)
- special occasion(22)
- good for groups(21)
- great for lunch(18)
The Blue Taj Reviews List
Review 1 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistent quality
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best place for Indian food close to home, we go there at least six times a year!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food but lacking in service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been to the Blue Taj several times and have always enjoyed the food and service. This time was no different as far as the food... It was excellent! However, the service was not so great this time. We waited forever to get our bar drinks, and even after asking about our naan bread, we didn't get it until we were almost finished with our meal. I will still go back for the food, but I sure hope the service is better!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The dinner and service were fantastic. Food awesome too."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Indian Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We sat outside on the patio. I love it out there. The food is consistently good and delicious. The service is attentive and professional. I am a regular diner here and will be back again soon."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food. Very helpful waiter. However the waiting was too long. Nearly an hour after appetizers before the entrees."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
VERY Pricy but good...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went for lunch during the week and ordered from the dinner menu as it offered more variety than the lunch menu did. The down side to that was that I spend about $70.00 (b4/tip)! The food was very good, but a little pricy. I would like to see them revamp the menu just a little to include more descriptions for first timers such as myself and also consider placing servers according to the experience of the dining party. The service was okay, but may have been better if our server spoke english and was able to explain the dishes on the menu. He got someone to assist with our table and that person was able to suggest items for us to try. The bad part about this is that these items were not on the menu so we didn't know the prices in advance."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Blue Taj was awesome. it is a hidden gem and the food was delicious!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Awesome food but the past
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Awesome food but the past few times we have visited the service has been poor. We went there for lunch and it took ages to get the check when we were ready to leave. Wait staff could use some improvement."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 9 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I am a regular.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful food and service. Blue Taj never disappoints."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
By far, this is the BEST Indian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"By far, this is the BEST Indian restaurant in Charlotte! Ask any locals & they will say the same thing. Absolutely the very BEST! Excellent food, great service, and gorgeous atmosphere!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always good!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Been several times, always really good, flavorful food."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 12 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a Favorite. Lunch or Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always a pleasure! Great staff with prompt service. The buffet on Sunday is a great way to try different flavors if you are new to the cuisine. Morvin is a great waiter that takes care of every need. Whether it be lunch or dinner, you won't go wrong with the Blue Taj."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
What happened to the Blue Taj?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Holy smokes...in all my years I have never had a restaurant fall so far so fast...I have eaten here for lunch a few times and had 4 to 5 star experiences...yes the dinner experience was that bad.
We came in tonight celebrating a family event, I made reservations for 4 people for 5:15 (cold and rainy day in Charlotte).
Before I start the review....for the love of all that is Holy..PUT SOME SLIDERS underneath your chairs...everytime someone moved their chair it sounded like nails across a chalkboard.
Service:
At 5:05 we walked in..bar was open, one other table was seated, but hostess said they needed 10 minutes to get ready before we could sit as restaurant was not open. My wife noted hey, it's freezing out there and instead of sug"
At 5:05 we walked in..bar was open, one other table was seated, but hostess said they needed 10 minutes to get ready before we could sit as restaurant was not open. My wife noted hey, it's freezing out there and instead of sug"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2005
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Review 14 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was excellent. Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent. Service was very good until more customers arrived. Our waiter disappeared. Up until that point, the experience was excellent. Not a good choice, if you want privacy or more personal space."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2003
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Review 15 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fresh Food-Returning Customer Haven
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Buffet Selection and Menu List also. I appreciate the attention to detail for the buffet items-all are replaced when getting low with fresh food replacements..very hard to find these days when dining in ANY restaurant! Example: Buffet 1145-3pm; food in OTHER competitive locations gets old and the restaurant won't cook fresh because the "crowd" is gone..or replacement of fresh food gets 'lazy' around +1:45pm..but NOT at the Blue Taj!!! I love this place; a MUST TRY for: A Business Impression; Special Event. or Sunday Buffett.. ask for Vikrant and if Morvin is working, he is an attentive waiter to have as well.. They do anything to accommodate. You come to the Blue Taj..you have chosen wisely for your Indian Cuisine Experience!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not a lot of room to move
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not a lot of room to move around. Tables very close. Food very good"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 17 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is one of our favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is one of our favorite restaurants. Very family friendly. Ask for Viki (Vikrant). He is very knowledgeable and will recommend substitutions for picky eaters (or kids). Service is excellent. The staff is friendly and welcoming. This is the best Indian food in Charlotte."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food; Vibrant Location!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Another fabulous time with the best Indian cuisine in Charlotte. Great for groups or a romantic, eclectic adventure into Middle Eastern food. Located near the Ballantyne Resort and movie theatre; great location for multiple activities and shopping before, or after your meal."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 19 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, poor service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was the 4th time we've been to Blue Taj and we always love the food, but this time, the service was the worst we've ever experienced. We waited about 45 minutes for our food and during that time, the waiter never came back to ask if we wanted more drinks or to check on us. Another couple had their credit card on the table waiting to pay their bill for about 20-30 minutes until they finally stood up to go. I could tell that they were pretty frustrated, too. When we got our food, it was excellent, as always, but I hope that they figure out what went wrong Saturday night so this doesn't happen again."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the food at this restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love the food at this restaurant but the tables feel so crowded- you guys need a bigger space!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
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Review 21 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Buffett was not good. Not
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Buffett was not good. Not enough flavor for the price."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2012
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Review 22 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very good food, very poor
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good food, very poor ambiance. Went in February and everytime the door opens, the cold wind funnels throughout the restuarant. Rush you in and out type service. We will not return, which is a shame as the food was good."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
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Review 23 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Full Menu Daily; Buffett Sundays!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Blue Taj never disappoints in flavor or quality; ask for Vikrant. He will help with all of your dining needs, party planning, and answer any questions you may have. Located just below the Ballantyne movie theater, this is a great addition before or after a nice movie date. Enjoy!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
host threw the silverware
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"host threw the silverware on the table and never paid attention to the time we waited to be able to order"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2011
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 25 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This place raised the bar
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place raised the bar for indian food in my wife and I's opinion."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love The Blue Taj! We have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love The Blue Taj! We have been there 3 times and will definitely go back. The food is superb and they also have their own versions of popular cocktails, such as a mojito and a margarita with Indian spices added. We chose to spend our Valentine's Day evening here and were not disappointed."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Indian food served
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful Indian food served in a cool, hip envronment. A regular favorite of ours."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 28 for The Blue Taj
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
food was excellent, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"food was excellent, service was a little slow, but overall excellent food and ambiance, one of the few resturants in charlotte with true indian food and taste.."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Blue Taj
Based on the average of (46) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
9 out of 9 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic