Reviewed by Daniel · El Albir resident since 2007 · Updated November 2026 · Write to meTiffin is one of El Albir’s four Indian restaurants, and the one with the most reviews. Its big practical advantage is the opening hours: it’s open every day, at lunchtime and in the evening. If you fancy a curry and don’t want to check the calendar, this is the one that never fails.
What Tiffin is
It’s a classic curry and tandoori Indian, right on Avenida de l’Albir. It has a rooftop terrace, a long menu and, unusually, a separate vegan menu with several options, not just a couple of vegetable dishes. You can choose the level of spice.
What you’ll find on the table
Tiffin is a traditional Indian, the kind with a long menu and a kitchen organised around two things: the tandoor oven and the curries.
The tandoor. It’s a clay oven that reaches very high temperatures. That’s where the meats marinated in yoghurt and spices are cooked, such as chicken tikka or the tandoori mixed grill, which come out charred outside and juicy inside. The naan dough is slapped onto the walls of the same oven, and the bread comes out puffed up with toasted spots.
The curries. They’re not one dish, they’re a family. The base is usually onion, tomato, garlic and ginger with a mix of spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric or garam masala. From there come very different versions: korma is mild and creamy, tikka masala is tomato and cream, and madras or vindaloo are genuinely hot.
For non-meat eaters. Tiffin has a separate vegan menu, with lentil, pulse and chickpea dishes, which in Indian cooking aren’t a stopgap: they’re tradition.
If you arrive hungry. Start with something to share, like pakora or samosa. Then a curry each, rice and a couple of naans to share. If in doubt, order the tandoori mixed grill for the table: it’s the most eye-catching and the favourite of anyone trying Indian food for the first time.
What to order
The tandoori mixed grill. It’s what repeat customers praise most.
The naan. It comes out freshly made and soft. Order an extra one for dipping.
A curry at your own spice level. If you’re not used to it, order it mild: you can always go hotter next time.
The vegan menu. Lentils, pulses and chickpeas in several versions. It’s one of the best places in the area to eat well without meat.
They also do takeaway, if you’d rather eat at home.
How much it costs
It’s in Albir’s mid range: between €15 and €35 per person depending on what you order (approximate price). Reviews agree that it’s good value for money.
Location, opening hours and bookings
It’s at Avenida de l’Albir, 143. It’s open every day, from 12:00 to 16:00 and from 18:00 to 23:30. The phone number is 865 674 183. At lunchtime it’s worth calling before you go.
What the ratings say
On GastroRanking it scores 8.3 out of 10, calculated from more than 1,500 reviews across several platforms, and it appears among the best Indians in l’Alfàs del Pi. Many rank it among the best Indians they’ve tried outside India or the UK, with special mention of the naan, the tandoori and the freshness of the food.
Where it falls short
The flavour doesn’t win everyone over. Some people find certain dishes bland. If you like strong flavours, say so when you order.
The service, sometimes curt. Some customers say the waiters could do with a smile. The service is debated more than the food.
Tiffin compared with Albir’s other Indians
El Albir has four: Tiffin, Bay Leaf, Sarita and Gurkha. The practical difference is in the hours and the style. Tiffin is the most reliable if you want to go any day without thinking. Bay Leaf has a reputation for being family-run and consistent, Sarita is a step from the promenade and Gurkha is Nepalese and family-run. They all let you choose the spice level.
Local’s tips
If you go in summer, ask about the rooftop: in the evening it’s the best table. Order the spice one notch below what you think and leave room for the naan. If you eat vegan, ask straight away for the vegan menu.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tiffin open every day?
Yes, at lunchtime from 12:00 to 16:00 and in the evening from 18:00 to 23:30.
Does it have a vegan menu?
Yes, a separate vegan menu with several options.
Can you order takeaway?
Yes, they do takeaway.
Is it very spicy?
You choose the spice level when you order.
Where is Tiffin?
At Avenida de l’Albir, 143. Phone: 865 674 183.
To finish
Tiffin is the Indian you can go to any day of the week knowing you’ll eat well. It’s not the friendliest place in town, but on the plate it delivers.
If you want to compare it with other options, my guide to restaurants in El Albir by what you’re looking for has every place with its closing day and approximate price. If you’re on a tight budget, take a look at my tips for eating cheaply in El Albir, and if you’re coming by car, check where to park in El Albirbefore you go. For everything else, go back to the El Albir guide told by a local.
Prices, opening hours and ratings are approximate, checked against public listings and customer reviews in November 2026. They may change: confirm with the restaurant before you go.
I'm Daniel and I've lived in El Albir since 2007. LiveinAlbir.com started because so many people would stop me in the street to ask where to eat, where to stay, which areas are worth it and what living here is really like.
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