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Itihaas

17 - 19 Eskbank Road, Dalkeith EH22 1HD, Scotland
0131 663 9800
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Ranked #1 of 7 restaurants in Dalkeith
5.0 of 5 stars 134 Reviews
Cuisines: Indian
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Buffet, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Buffet, After-hours, Dessert
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134 reviews from our community

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Augsburg, Germany
2 reviews
“Fantastic Restaurant”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

We went there after being told that the food was fantastic. We can only add: Yes, is it! The waiters were really friendly and helped us deciding which meal to take ( non native englisch speakers :D). We had lamb and chicken which were delicious. The lamb was soft and tasted great and the chicken was still jucy. I can... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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“Best indian around!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

My wife and i eat at this indian frequently. we have tried other indians in the area but this is by far the best! There is sometimes a wait for food when its busy but thats to be expected when all the food is freshly cooked. The food here is amazing. And any dish can be spiced up or down... More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Thank you for your review your value is much appreciated. Itihaas team is very proud to have you in our restaurant. Your kind candid comments only encourages our staff to work even harder thank you once again from all the staff at itihaas And we look forward to see you soon More

Lasswade, United Kingdom
1 review
“Excellent.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

My Wife and were having a long weekend break and were staying in Lasswade. We found the Itihaas restaurant in Dalkeith by searching online and we also booked our table online through their website. Upon arrival we were immediately shown to our table and our order was taken. Shortly after our meal was served piping hot. The meal itself was... More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
20 May 2012

Thank you for your excellent review on tripadvisor ,I hope you had very pleasant and enjoyable visit in Midlothian ,it's shows how much you care about good things in life by writing this kind and warm review,I have passed you comments to my first class team at itihaas and they appreciate it very much and very much thankfull to you... More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 reviews
“great again!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Just had a carry out meal and it was great. Weather eating in the restaurant or taking out, the quality of food is always fantastic. I notice a couple of negative reviews on here but when you compare them to all the great reviews i think that says it all. It is also a good sign when the owner (matin)... More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Thank you for your excellent review !!! ..!!! You have paid your complement by dining at itihaas and it is our duty to repay you by providing you with first class food and excellent customers service and ambience ( regarding couple of negative reviews it is shame that competitor behave in this manner it's very self explained ) I have... More

1 review
“Best Indian food in Midlothian”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Itihass restaurant is truly the best Indian restaurant in the area. Great food, service and there is a very friendly relaxed atmosphere which makes every visit enjoyable More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Thank you for your review itihaas is very proud to serve first class food and excellent service all credit goes to our hardworking staff and loyal customers hope to see you soon More

2 reviews
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“Packed in like sardines”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

As the title says, also charged twice for drinks we never had. Food average. Disappointed. More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Sorry we could not verify your visit, it is shame that competitors are behaving in this manner, of course itihaas is very busy restaurant because we are the best we have won many awards for our quality food and excellent customer service and we are very proud of it ,We have send you a email to contact us if your... More

1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Friendly and good food”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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staff are always ready to help an very friendly. Food is excellent and if i could afford to id eat there regularly. More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Thank you for taking your valueable time to write this excellent review we very much appreciate your coments !!! have you throught of our Thursday tapas night you should come sometimes look forward to see you thank you again More

Galashiels, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“No one else compares”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Itihaas is a restaurant i have reviewed twice before on tripadvisor. I return a third time to encourage people near and far to try this wonderful place. Without a doubt the best in Edinburgh/Lothians. My partner and myself eat here on a regular basis and use the carry out facility nearly every Saturday. If we are not to be found... More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
13 May 2012

Thanks chris for your review we value and appreciate your candid coments we look forward to see you soon thanks once again More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Lovely Evening”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This restaurant was recommended by a friend, and we were not disappointed. When we arrived the staff were very friendly and although we had not booked a table (we will the next time) it was not a problem. The main dining area is very tastefully decorated and the place is spotless clean. I cant fault the service we received, the... More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
12 May 2012

Thank you for reviewing itihaas on tripadvisor we very much appreciate your input and candid coments,it was a great pleasure to have you in itihaas and look forward to see you again very soon once again thank you More

2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Everything tasted the same...”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Went here a few months back...I ordered a mild dish and my parter only orders hot dishes and when the food arrived we couldn't tell which was which! It was the very same food on both plates. Very oily also. Not a fan. More

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Matin Khan, Owner at Itihaas, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear review writer it is very unacceptable to see such a review itihaas is well known and very proud to provide first class food and service in Midlothian as you have mention on your review you been hear few months a go we can't verify that and recall your visit and any complaint of this nature also you mention about... More

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Itihaas
17 - 19 Eskbank Road
Dalkeith EH22 1HD
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