Iford Tandoori is a family-run Indian restaurant and takeaway on Castle Parade, in Iford on the edge of Southbourne. It combines a sit-down dining room with a busy delivery and collection trade covering nearby Littledown, Christchurch, Southbourne and Springbourne.
The food
The kitchen's focus is tandoori cooking, chicken, mixed grills and chaap all come off the charcoal grill, alongside classic curries such as chicken madras. Extras like onion bhaji and cheese naan round out the order, and a jackfruit biryani gives plant-based diners a proper option beyond the usual vegetable curry. It's straightforward, well-executed Indian restaurant food rather than an experimental menu, aimed squarely at regulars who know what they want.
Good to know
Iford Tandoori is open for dinner seven nights a week, Sunday to Thursday 5pm until 10pm, Friday and Saturday until 11pm. As well as table service, it runs a strong takeaway side, with a 15% discount on collection orders over £15 and 10% off delivery over £30. Call 01202 474168 or email info@ifordtandoori.co.uk to book a table, place an order or check whether your address is within the delivery area.
Being tucked into Castle Parade, it's a handy option if you're staying around Iford, Littledown or the eastern edge of Southbourne rather than down on the seafront. For more places to eat nearby, browse our food & drink guide, or see our things to do guide for the rest of Southbourne and Bournemouth's east side.