The new Royal Nawaab Pyramid has repurposed the glass pyramid beside the M60 into a large‑scale Indo‑Pakistani buffet offering, and it is already drawing diners from across Greater Manchester. On a busy Saturday afternoon I visited with a party of nine, including two babies, to see whether the fixed price model delivers on both spectacle and flavour.
First impressions and the dining format
Pulling into the car park, the scale of the building is immediately noticeable. Inside, a huge atrium is staffed by welcoming teams who run the buffet system: for a single fixed charge, customers help themselves to the various counters rather than ordering from an à la carte menu. Adult admission is £31.99, with a reduced rate of £14.99 for children aged five to eleven.
What’s on the counters
The buffet unfolds in stages. You begin with help‑yourself poppadoms and chutneys, then move through an extensive starters section before tackling the hot dishes and finishing at the dessert counter. The range leans firmly into Indo‑Pakistani classics and favourites, with plenty to keep a mixed group happy.
- Starters included grilled chicken wings, seekh kebabs, masala fish and onion pakoras, plus chaat‑style options such as samosa chaat and pani puri.
- The hot buffet featured staples like butter chicken, lamb karahi, chicken madras, nihari, chicken korma and tikka masala, alongside vegetarian choices.
- There was also a selection of fish, chicken and lamb preparations, and a sizeable dessert spread to finish.
Experience and pace
We dined for almost two hours and never felt hurried. Staff checked in but the buffet nature of the meal encourages grazing and repeated trips to the counters; in our party everyone made the most of the time allowed. Dishes I sampled were generally well seasoned — fish, chicken and lamb preparations all stood out — and the samosa chaat proved a welcome palate cleanser between spicier plates.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Adult price | £31.99 |
| Child price (5–11) | £14.99 |
| Visit day | Saturday afternoon (relatively busy) |
| Party size | Nine people, including two babies |
Is it worth the money?
Value will depend on appetite and expectations. For diners seeking a sociable, sizeable spread of Indo‑Pakistani dishes and the chance to sample many items in one sitting, the fixed price model will appeal. Those looking for a quieter, course‑by‑course restaurant experience or finer dining touches may prefer a traditional restaurant visit instead.
For local families and groups drawn to variety and volume — and for anyone curious about dining inside Stockport’s glass pyramid — the Royal Nawaab Pyramid offers an unmistakable and generous option on the motorway fringe.
