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GurTaj Indian Restaurant & Takeaway

Shop 2/1030-1034 Pittwater Rd, Collaroy NSW 2097, Australia

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Find GurTaj Indian Restaurant & Takeaway

Shop 2/1030-1034 Pittwater Rd, Collaroy NSW 2097, Australia

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+61 2 9971 2740
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About GurTaj Indian Restaurant & Takeaway

GurTaj brings rich North Indian staples and relaxed hospitality to Collaroy. Run by Sumit and family, the kitchen works with a tight menu where every sauce simmer counts—from velvety butter chicken to fragrant beef biryani and blistered garlic naan. Hesitant diners can test the waters with a table tasting plate of curry sauces before committing, dialling in spice levels with patient guidance from the floor. Generous banquet plates come flanked by hot rotis, crisp papadoms, and chilled cucumber raita.

  • Focused Menu: Curated selection centering core North Indian gravies, biryanis, and tandoori breads rather than an extensive catalog.
  • Sauce Tasting Plates: Staff offer complimentary table flights of curry sauces to guide spice levels and sauce profiles before ordering.
  • Collaroy Lunch Service: Welcoming midday dining right along Pittwater Road, serving generous curry spreads and fresh bread.
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Why Diners Choose GurTaj Indian Restaurant

Authentic North Indian curries, generous group banquets, and guided tastings in Collaroy

  • Generously Portioned North Indian Classics

    The kitchen pairs a focused menu with generous serving sizes of rich butter chicken and freshly baked naan.

    On top of all this the serving sizes are so generous I cannot recommend this place enough

    Dunlopvolleys S

  • Convenient Dine-In Lunch Availability

    Diners enjoy access to midday dine-in meals, standing out as Collaroy's dedicated destination for Indian lunch service.

    this is the only Indian restaurant that is open for lunch in Collaroy

    Sweedln Guerrera

  • Banquet Spreads for Community Groups

    Sumit and the team actively cater banquets and feeds for local boardriders, residential children's charities, and milestone celebrations.

    The girls (our boys had their turn last year!) were treated to a banquet of delicious food with reports that they even licked their plates!

    Stewart House

  • Reliable Milestone Event Catering

    Large celebrations and family parties rely on timely catering with abundant platters of biryani, tikka, and pakoras.

    People couldn’t stop talking about how good the biryani, chicken tikka , pakoras & Naan were.

    Deepa Haria

  • Pre-Order Sauce Tasting Flights

    Staff offer pre-order sauce sample flights so hesitant or spice-sensitive diners can comfortably taste profiles before committing.

    They gave us a tasting plate so we could try the different sauces.

    Lee Smith

  • Curated Menu Focused on Quality

    A deliberate, streamlined menu keeps preparation centered on fresh quality and tailored dish recommendations.

    Loved how short the menu was and how the sole focus was on the food.

    Harprit Singh

Signature North Indian curries and tandoori specialties favored by Collaroy locals

  • Butter Chicken

    The butter chicken was creamy , rich, and full of flavour.

    Dunlopvolleys S

  • Biryani

    People couldn’t stop talking about how good the biryani, chicken tikka , pakoras & Naan were.

    Deepa Haria

  • Lamb Chops

    Top 3 lamb chops I've had all time.

    Bear Chen

  • Chicken Tikka Masala

    I ordered the chicken tikka masala, garlic naan bread, and mango lassi. Blew my socks off.

    Tom Micallef

Other favorites

Fresh breads, crisp appetizers, cooling beverages, and sauce tastings to complete your meal

  • Garlic Naan

    The Garlic Naan was soft and fluffy, with a delightful garlic aroma that paired beautifully with the curries.

    Jackie Perocillo

  • Samosas

    The outer crust was golden and flaky, while the filling was flavorful, with a nice hint of heat.

    Jackie Perocillo

  • Mango Lassi

    a refreshing yogurt-based drink that was thick, creamy, and bursting with fresh mango flavor.

    Jackie Perocillo

  • Sauce Tasting Plate

    They gave us a tasting plate so we could try the different sauces.

    Lee Smith

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and considerate hospitality that elevate dining at GurTaj

  • Curry Sauce Tasting Flights

    Guests navigating spice levels or uncertain about dish profiles are offered complimentary sauce tasting plates at the table before ordering.

  • Complimentary Birthday Treats

    Guests celebrating milestones such as birthdays receive unexpected complimentary desserts from the team.

  • Warm Welcomes at Closing Time

    Diners arriving right at closing time are welcomed warmly, seated, and served full fresh meals without rush.

  • Generous Extras for Catered Events

    Large-scale event and party catering orders include generous surprise bonus dishes added by the kitchen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GurTaj open for lunch?

Yes. The restaurant offers dine-in lunch service, operating from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM Tuesday through Sunday (closed Monday).

How spicy is the food if I prefer milder dishes?

The team accommodates mild preferences and can provide sauce tasting plates at the table to help you find the right spice level before you order.

How large are the portion sizes?

Curry servings are generous and substantial enough to share between two people when paired with rice and naan.

Does the restaurant get busy in the evening?

The dining room fills up quickly around 6:30 PM, so arriving early or booking ahead is recommended if you plan to dine during peak evening hours.

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