# Purple Poppadom, Cardiff — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.4/5 from 641 Google reviews. Imaginative reinvention of classic Indian curries in a colourful contemporary restaurant. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants/purple-poppadom (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Indian Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Purple Poppadom Riverside, Cardiff [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5465620371079900863&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Purple Poppadom](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116896294905726298330) **In short:** Purple Poppadom is an Indian restaurant in Cardiff, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 641 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 5 September 2026 · source: Google Places Imaginative reinvention of classic Indian curries in a colourful contemporary restaurant. Summary via Google ## About Purple Poppadom Purple Poppadom sits on Cowbridge Road East in Riverside, serving Indian curries with imaginative approaches to traditional dishes. The restaurant holds a five-star food hygiene rating. The menu includes Murgh Makhani and Lamb Roganjosh alongside a tasting menu option. Staff are noted for attentiveness and friendliness. The venue welcomes children and groups, takes bookings, and allows dogs. Some diners have remarked that portions are small. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Purple Poppadom's own website](http://www.purplepoppadom.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - Marie Curie Charity Shop Cowbridge Road next door - Home Bargains next door - Darlows Estate Agents Canton next door - Severn Primary School 150m away - St David's Hospital 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and high-quality Indian food, especially the tasting menu and dishes like Murgh Makhani and Lamb Roganjosh. They also highlight the attentive and friendly staff, along with the inviting atmosphere. Some reviews mention the portions can be small. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (641 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Cardiff Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/969742). [More restaurants in Cardiff](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (641 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £30 – £70 [Visit official website](http://www.purplepoppadom.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cardiff **Plus Code** 9C3RFRJ2+HW ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cardiff Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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