Family owned since 2003
The same family, the same Park Street neighbourhood, the same recipes. Over 16 years of cooking for Madison — students, families, hospital staff, regulars who know their order by heart.
Why Taj
Why Madison guests choose Taj Indian Cuisine & Bar
Family owned on South Park Street since 2003 — award-winning North Indian cooking, generous plates, a full bar, and hospitality that treats you like a regular on the first visit.
Our story
Bringing back a Madison favorite
Taj Indian Cuisine & Bar is more than just a restaurant — it's a homecoming.
For over 16 years our family proudly served Madison authentic Indian food at our original Park Street location. Today we’re bringing Taj back in a new space, honoring our roots while reimagining the experience for a new generation. We’re starting where it all began: the same beloved North Indian dishes our loyal guests remember.
As we grow, we’re also evolving. Alongside the traditional menu we’re introducing new flavors, modern presentations and handcrafted cocktails built to complement bold North Indian cuisine — a legacy reborn, combining tradition, innovation and warm hospitality.
Six reasons
What keeps guests coming back
Award-winning dishes
Our Chicken Tikka Masala took 1st place at Taste of Taste for Taste of Madison, and our Mixed Vegetable Curry took 2nd. Both are on the menu every day.
Cooked to order, to your heat
Curries are made to order and spiced to the level you ask for — mild for a first-timer at the table, hot for someone who wants it hot.
A real full bar
Cocktails built to sit alongside North Indian food, rotating beer taps, wine, seltzers and non-alcoholic options — so dinner can turn into an evening.
Vegetarian by default, not by exception
Paneer, dal, chana, saag and vegetable dishes are a large part of the menu, and most can be made vegan. Mixed groups eat well here.
Lunch, dinner, catering, events
A lunch buffet and lunch combos midday, full dinner service in the evening, plus catering and private events for anything bigger.
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The dishes we're known for
If it's your first visit, order one of these. Tap any dish for the full description.
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Why ordering from us matters
Third-party apps take a large cut of every order. Ordering direct keeps more of it in our kitchen — and gets you rewarded for it.
About Taj
Questions about Taj Indian Cuisine & Bar
Planning a visit? Check parking and directions before you head over.
How long has Taj been in Madison?
Our family has been on South Park Street since 2003, serving Madison North Indian food for over 16 years, and Taj Indian Cuisine & Bar continues that story in a new space with a full bar.
Is Taj family owned?
Yes. It's a family-run restaurant, not a chain — the same family and the same recipes Madison guests have known for years.
What is Taj known for?
Our Chicken Tikka Masala took 1st place at Taste of Madison's Taste of Taste, and our Mixed Vegetable Curry took 2nd. Beyond those, guests come for butter chicken, biryanis, tandoori specialties, saag paneer, dal makhni and fresh naan from the tandoor.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
A large part of our menu is vegetarian, and many dishes can be prepared vegan. Tell your server or add a note to your online order.
Is there a full bar?
Yes — cocktails, beer on rotating taps, wine, seltzers and non-alcoholic options, served in the same room as the food.
Why order directly from Taj instead of a delivery app?
Ordering direct means more of what you pay reaches our kitchen and staff, your order comes straight to us, and you earn Taj Rewards points on every purchase.
Taj is at 444 S. Park St. in Madison, convenient to UW–Madison, downtown and Camp Randall. See our location guide for nearby neighborhoods, directions and parking.
Still have a question? Call (608) 284-7958 or order online direct.
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