De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) is a indian restaurant in Headingley, Leeds. Rated 4.9 stars from 1205 Google reviews. Known for goan and house curries and staff hospitality. Best for groups and lunch. Price range: £20–30.
De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) is rated 4.9★ on Google (1,205 reviews) and 4.8★ on TripAdvisor (264 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
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De Baga Restaurant (Headingley)
Across 1,139 rated reviews, 97% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.9★ |
| Reviews | 1,205 |
| 1-star share | 0.7% |
| Best for | Lunch |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“The staff were lovely, both waitresses were very kind and gave great service.”
“Food was tasty but portions were small customer service was nice”
“Nice and spicy flavour full chicken and the rice was cooked well.”
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
1,469 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
De Baga delivers authentic Goan and house curries with genuine hospitality and fair value in a relaxed room.
Book if you want authentic Goan curries and house specialities with warm service in a casual neighbourhood room.
About De Baga Restaurant (Headingley)
Rare in Headingley to find an Indian restaurant that handles Goan cooking this well alongside a menu that gives vegan diners as much to get excited about as everyone else. The sev puri and mutton curry draw the most mentions from people who know what they're talking about, and the chicken biryani — described by more than one local as the best they've had, arriving with big chunks of chicken and a naan laid on top — has clearly become the dish to order. The house chicken curry and fish curry keep pulling people back too. Josh on the floor has earned his own reputation for hospitality that goes beyond the job. Cocktails are on the list, and the coriander gimlet pairs better with the food than you might expect.
In the last 90 days, De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) has drawn 31 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Goan and house curries
Reviewers consistently praise the chicken biryani as one of the best they've had, the house chicken curry for authentic spicing, and fish curry made to order with rich, complex flavour.
Staff hospitality
Multiple recent reviews cite staff as kind, welcoming, and attentive; one diner specifically named Josh for outstanding hospitality that stood out across their entire visit.
Value and consistency
Reviewers describe the food as amazing at great price, with consistent quality across repeat visits and fair value throughout the £20–30 range.
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Frequently Asked Questions about De Baga Restaurant (Headingley)
De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) is known for its Goan and house curries, particularly the chicken biryani—reviewers call it one of the best they've had, packed with succulent chicken and topped with naan. The house chicken curry, mutton curry, and fish curry all earn praise for authentic spicing and full flavour. Homemade daal and light, airy naan are consistent strengths.
De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) in Headingley, Leeds is popular for groups. The casual, cozy atmosphere suits multiple diners, and the menu includes small plates and sharing options alongside full curries. Recent reviewers dining together praised the food and service.
De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) staff are consistently described as kind, welcoming, and attentive. One recent diner specifically named Josh for outstanding hospitality, and multiple reviews note that the team checks in regularly without being intrusive, making visits feel special.
De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) offers vegetarian and vegan options throughout the menu, alongside healthy choices. The kitchen is also willing to accommodate requests and make dishes to order.
De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) in Headingley, Leeds offers free street parking, making it convenient for diners arriving by car.
De Baga Restaurant (Headingley) stocks cocktails, wine, craft beer, and coffee. A coriander gimlet pairs well with the spiced food, and the bar is full and onsite.
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Hot Score: 63/100 · ranked October 2026
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