Masala Project(Indien Culinary Art Restaurant) in Bochum

It was very freshly prepared, the service was also excellent, overall it was excellent

I am afraid I need to revise my first feedback for this place as experience verified my first few impressions regarding food, staff and their general professionalism. I dont think I will be coming back or recommend to others. We were a larger group and the staff was not only utterly confused about the orders and upset about us being 34 and not 36 people (or something) but also angry and unpleasant to interact with which makes them a complete no-go for me.

Friendly, quiet and very tasty. Would love to come back.

Delicious food, very nice service, reasonable prices. Recommended!

Very friendly and competent service, good advice on food and drinks, really well prepared food. An absolutely successful evening!

Very very good food. I have visited many Indian Restaurants but Masala project is the best in food , Super service. Owner treats the customers like family. Super best restaurant in Germany. Chicken Masala is so delicious. Nan is so big one family can eat.

Very tasty food, with a wide range of vegan options. The owner came by frequently and was able to explain exactly what was in each dish, etc. Very friendly. Service took a little longer at times, but everything was within reason. Thank you for the great food.

Great shop, very nice, very clean, very tasty And instead of like other shops (Sri Lankan Tamil etc) the dishes and the people themselves are North Indian which makes it a real exception

Were there yesterday. We hadn't made a reservation, but we were warmly welcomed and seated at a very nice table. The food was really excellent and the service and friendliness were really outstanding. We have found our favorite Indian restaurant and will definitely eat here often

It was delicious. Huge selection also for vegan guests. Mango Lassi highly recommended. See you soon.

We were there for the first time yesterday. Absolutely great. Delicious food and great service. Thank you. We'd love to come back.

The best Indian restaurant I have found in Germany so far. A wide variety of flavors of spices. I'd love to come back. Greetings from Munich.

Super nice owner. Food tasted very good.

We have already visited many restaurants, but unfortunately the food here was not convincing. For a full hour the staff was visibly overwhelmed, which was also noticeable in the service. But even when things calmed down, the service left something to be desired - there was no demand for a repeat order. Unfortunately, overall not a recommendable experience.

Genuinely one of the best vindaloos I've had in my 3 years in Germany. 100% recommendation to Indian food lovers!

Last week the four of us went to the Masala Project for the first time and unfortunately we weren't that thrilled. We had different dishes and all of them were more or less unseasoned, my butter chicken tasted like chicken in tomato sauce, no trace of Indian spices, the other dishes were similar. Only naan and roti were convincing. I found it very unpleasant when, when I asked whether it was tasty (after the meal, no one asked in between), I said that I had eaten better Indian food before, and the boss explained that I should have said that if the food was supposed to be seasoned, it wasn't his fault and I left offended. Firstly, you could also be asked how it is customary elsewhere, and he probably meant spiciness, but that wouldn't have made the food any more aromatic, then it would have been chicken in spicy tomato sauce. We definitely won't come back.

You don't expect it in the middle of Bochum. Not a cosmopolitan city but still one of the best Indian restaurants!! Delicious food and good service!

We ate here and were very satisfied. Fresh ingredients, aromatic spices and nice exchanges with the owner and his wife. We'd love to come back!

Were there for the first time today. Friendly welcome and good advice on choosing drinks and food. All ingredients are freshly prepared and you can taste it. The restaurant is simple but cozy and not too loud. We'll definitely be back.

Even though everything was reserved, we still got 2 seats at a good table. The service and general friendliness were very pleasant. The food was appetizingly prepared and the chicken and lamb tasted excellent. My companion was given a green paste for sharpening, which is a good solution for regulating the spiciness of a dish yourself. There is also an extensive menu for vegetarians and vegans. All in all we were more than satisfied.

We ate here with 6 people on the occasion of a birthday. The ambience is nice and calm. There is enough space even with larger groups. The service is wonderful: very attentive, friendly and open-hearted. The food is also excellent. The whole family was thrilled. We'll definitely be back.

I wish we could rate the restaurant well, unfortunately that's not the case. We came on a Friday around 7:00 p.m. First we were rudely turned away because we hadn't reserved a table in advance. Then the service said that we should please come back in 20 minutes. So 20 minutes later we were back in the restaurant, this time we were even offered a table. We then sat at the table and waited in vain for a menu or service... for a full 25 minutes. The waitress looked at us from time to time, but didn't bother to take our order. Meanwhile, several other person who came after us were served instead of us. We then left and left our money somewhere else…

We were there for the first time yesterday and were really pleasantly surprised. We love Indian food and were not disappointed. The service was a bit slow but it was also very busy. So it's understandable that we had to wait a bit. But the quality of the food was great. Especially since you could decide the level of spiciness yourself. We would love to come back again. Tip: on weekends you should reserve a table in advance.

I have a new favorite restaurant! Very friendly owners and great cuisine. Haven't eaten such good Indian food in a long time. There were four of us and we had different dishes and they were all very tasty. Regardless of whether it was a starter, main course or dessert, there was nothing to complain about. The nan bread and dips are also simply a treat for the palate. Keep it up, we'll definitely be back.

Spectacularly delicious, super nice, great evening! We always like to come back! Dr. Thöns says thank you!!!!

Super tasty food at fair prices, very nice people and a nice atmosphere!

Food is not bad. It’s on averaged level as you can expect from any Indian restaurant. But the waiter kept some changes without asking us. How much tips we give should be decided by us, not directly kept by the waiters.

The food was really, really good and plentiful. The service was great and the owners were very friendly. Excellent value for money. Will definitely eat there again.

Had Indian food again yesterday. Food was very good. Starting with the lentil soup. Very good and also very hot. The other starter was good, the naan with the dips was very tasty and the main course was a dream combined with that perfect rice. Top The service was very nice The sanitary facilities were very clean. I can recommend it without hesitation. Thanks for the delicious food

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 stars The Masala Project in Bochum is an absolute insider tip for lovers of Indian cuisine. The restaurant impresses with a wide selection of delicious dishes that reflect the diversity of Indian culture. The dishes are prepared according to original Indian recipes and impress with their authenticity and variety of tastes. The perfectly prepared naan bread and the delicious paneer dishes are particularly recommended. The chicken tikka and the mango lassi are also absolute highlights on the menu. The friendly and helpful staff ensure pleasant service and a welcoming atmosphere. The prices are very fair for the excellent quality of the food. Overall, the Masala Project is a must for anyone who wants to enjoy authentic Indian cuisine in Bochum. A culinary experience not to be missed!

Very friendly atmosphere. Authentic Indian food is served.

Yesterday, Saturday, we were at the “Masala Project” again. It was again very tasty and we had a lovely evening. The starters were brought to the table very promptly after ordering. And the tasty main courses didn't take long to arrive either. The owner and his family are always very friendly and attentive. The boss likes to chat and joke with his guests, something that doesn't happen that often in the catering industry anymore. Because I like spicy food, he gave me 3 more “spicy peppers”. Thank you very much and see you soon.

Very tasty food. Great mango desert

Pleasant and authentic atmosphere as well as varied and delicious traditional food.

The food was really good. There is a very large selection of vegetarian dishes too. The side dishes and extras were also available in a wide variety. We were always asked about new drinks. The boss came to our table and even explained to us what training his chef had and how the food was prepared. Very authentic and familiar. We can recommend the restaurant to everyone.

The food was very good and the service was friendly, attentive and helpful. We'll definitely be back!

Very good Indian food that tastes positively intense without being simply spicy. Strikingly extensive vegetarian menu.

Very tasty and generously sized portions for dinner. We didn't wait long even though the restaurant was busy.

The restaurant is amazing and delicious and everything is halal, thank God

We felt very comfortable. Butter chicken and butter naan are highly recommended. The service was very friendly and accommodating. We'll be back!

Delicious food, super friendly owner. Everything tip top

We ate at the Masalla Project for the first time today and were more than thrilled! The food is really first class and the portions are more than enough. The staff is super nice and friendly. The prices are great for a meal like this. Thank you very much, we'll be back!

The food was incredibly tasty and the atmosphere was very cozy and relaxed. For spicy eaters and less spicy lovers, there is something for everyone :)

Simply great and friendly! We had the most amazing food. Sauces, yellow lentil curry etc. etc. - Highly recommended! A real experience and great Indian cuisine!!

Nice operators and delicious dishes. Absolute recommendation, especially for vegetarians

Very good food and nice service😎

We were there with 11 people for our Christmas party and were immediately warmly welcomed. The food was simply fantastic – authentic, fresh and incredibly tasty! The service was super attentive and friendly, and the owner rounded off the evening perfectly with his humorous and friendly manner. All in all, a thoroughly successful evening that we would definitely like to repeat. Absolute recommendation!

Very good selection, food was super tasty and very warm service.

The restaurant invites visitors to experience the flair of India in the middle of Bochum. The selection of food is exceptional and the dishes are beautifully presented. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The service at the table was very quick, competent and helpful. A perfect evening.

Completely thrilled! Clear recommendation! Great and warm hosts! Thank you!

As part of our Christmas dinner, I found the evening very successful overall, I liked the service staff very much and I found the atmosphere to be pleasant. The food tasted good and was reasonable in terms of waiting time and quantity. The selection was enormous. Toilet was clean. Ambiance, yes, it was just a very high, large open space. All in all, tip top, I recommend it and would eat there again.

Very nice service/owner. The food was delicious. One star deducted because the beer was too warm.

Very tasty 😋 It was really delicious

Wonderful evening with delicious food in a friendly atmosphere. We'd love to come back :)

I often eat Indian food and go to Indian restaurants, but this restaurant was the worst Indian food I have eaten in my entire life and I don't recommend it to you at all. All Indian restaurants cook fresh bread, which this restaurant didn't have, and my first choice from the menu was lamb biryani. The waitress said that our lamb biryani was not like Indian food so I should choose another dish which is the best dish in the restaurant as suggested by the waitress I agreed but it didn't taste good at all, the rice was uncooked and without oil and the meat was undercooked and tough. It was the first and last time in this restaurant. Very expensive and tasteless 👎

Very, very friendly, good service, very good food! Always happy!

Delicious food, friendly service and airy decor...; always worth a visit.

Very good Indian food in the middle of Bochum. Diverse menu for all preferences, including vegan. The owner is courteous and happy to have a chat. Everything we ordered was extremely tasty and better than many other Indian restaurants. I had biryani myself and thought it was incredibly good.

A wonderful restaurant with delicious and authentic Indian food! The flavors were outstanding and the warm and friendly demeanor of the restaurant owner made the experience even more enjoyable. If you are looking for a great meal with a great host, definitely try this place. The owner of the restaurant asked me to write my opinion in sweet Farsi language!

Very positive experience and very good food. Very friendly owner

Super delicious food. We always enjoy coming here. Is our number 1 when it comes to Indian food. Very courteous and great service. Everything is great!

Very friendly and familiar, not to mention the traditional, delicious food, which never disappoints and reliably fills you up at a good price.

Very tasty and very friendly service

We visited the restaurant on a Wednesday evening. The “boss” was very friendly, as was the service. The food arrived shortly. I was given the opportunity to sharpen my food myself. The “boss” then gave me some of the hot sauce to take home. We'd love to come back.

Great, delicious Indian dishes that are freshly and honestly prepared without ready-made mixes or flavor enhancers. Absolutely worth a visit!

Delicious Indian food. The lamb biryani and the chicken butter masala are particularly recommended. Prices are fair for a place in Bermuda, but the portions could be a bit more generous for my comfort.

We had reserved a table and once we were seated there, that was it. We received the menu relatively quickly, but even at this point we were not asked if we would like something to drink. After 40 minutes we got up and left. Service was completely overwhelmed and at this point a good half of the tables were occupied. Absolute disappointment!

Very tasty food! Everyone was super nice and the atmosphere was great. It was a wonderful evening

Very tasty, modern Indian. Owner-managed.

Great restaurant! We are thrilled every time. Very fresh and unique taste with great service and very nice staff. Always my pleasure!

Everything is freshly prepared, no ready-made sauce, but all the spices are finely balanced. Decent portions. Very nice entertainment. Price/performance optimal. We would love to come back.

It was th worst customer experience one could ever have in a restaurant. Don‘t go to this restaurant ever.

worst experience ever,never go to this restaurant if you have other options.

Where should I start? The food is great. Any lover of good naan and delicious Indian food should not miss Masala Project. There is a lot of love and pride in the food served here. The vegetarian paneer dishes and the garlic naan are particularly recommended. In terms of price performance you can't complain. The owners are also very nice. I'd love to come back!

Incredibly delicious! I highly recommend it!

Had a wonderful dining experience at this Indian restaurant with my colleagues. The atmosphere was very welcoming, and we were greeted with friendly smiles. The food was amazing, offering a variety of authentic Indian dishes with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options to choose from. Tip: We made a reservation, and while it's not mandatory, it's definitely a good idea to secure a seat, especially during peak hours. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking to enjoy great Indian cuisine in a warm and inviting setting! 🍛🌱

The food tasted great. We don't go out for Indian food often, but when we do, it's exactly what we expect! :) The service put a lot of effort into it and everyone was really nice. You should try it if you have the opportunity. :)

This was our fourth time eating in the restaurant and unfortunately we weren't completely satisfied for the first time. Our electronic, confirmed reservation was allegedly disputed and we had to show it again. Instead of 1 small special, we were served a large special. The spiciness levels of the food were swapped, which meant I had to eat my wife's food and vice versa. The oven was broken, so unfortunately there was no naan bread. Unfortunately, for the first time we weren't really full.

Great food and very nice service :) If we're in Bochum again, we'll be happy to come back <3

Dinner with family feels like home. The food is delicious, lots of spices, the tea is amazing. The restaurant owner is very friendly. Highly recommend, must stop by for those traveling in Bochum, Dortmund or Essen.

We had an amazing dinner at Masala Project. The food was delicious and reasonable. The staff was very warm and friendly. We will definitely go there to celebrate again.

It's a very nice place. I liked the food. We were welcomed very nicely by the staff and the boss. I felt really good. I would definitely recommend it. Moreover, it is a clean place.

Very nice staff. Food very good. Meat tender and tasty, vegetables fresh. Gladly again.

Wonderful food, very friendly service and family atmosphere. What was also exciting was the sweet version of the homemade soft drink, which goes perfectly with the food and wasn't really sweet at all.

Large selection of delicious authentic Indian dishes. There is also a selection of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes. Very nice service.

Very tasty dishes, very authentic, lots of vegetarian options

Highly recommended, friendly and delicious!

Very tasty, authentic Indian food.

Food was very good. Service very friendly.

Very nice little Indian with a great price-performance ratio. Would love to come back

Very tasty food, would love to come back.

The best Chicken 65 north of Kochi!

Food is okay, service is a complete disaster. Totally overwhelming, our food was served to the neighboring table. They didn't notice anything and we waited twice, i.e. about an hour longer. The actual waiter always just brought things to the tables but never cleared them away. Instead of taking care of several angry guests, the three employees just ran around mindlessly. The worst part, however, is that we and others weren't even given compensation, a coffee, a beer - just a little more attention. The boss then adds the crown to the debacle and is angry because we didn't give a tip. Just awesome.

We ate very tasty food with original spices and were treated very friendly. While eating, memories of our last vacation to India came back - very nice!

A wonderful experience! Super friendly and funny service and delicious food. Great!

Great and courteous service with very tasty food.

Super nice service, delicious food and reasonable prices!

The food was very tasty, freshly prepared and unique. The staff is very attentive and friendly. Had a nice conversation with the owner and hope to have it in our city soon. Greetings from Lüdenscheid 😉

Super nice shop, very nice service, extremely delicious food. Big recommendation for Indian food and the right ambience in Bochum! Also lots of delicious vegan options...

We had a great evening at Masala Project! Very friendly and courteous service and really delicious food!