Very cute local curry joint. Came for dinner and it's BYOB with a minima fee so we brought our own…read morebeers. The staff were very friendly and although butter chicken isn't on the menu, they had it. And honestly the curry and the chicken were just ok. It tasted a hit different than I am used to having. Maybe it's slightly different because of the regional cooking? I'm not too sure but the chicken was also cooked nicely but again not cooked to what I'm used to. The side of rice was a bit small but was perfect for the both of us. We got onion bhaji and pakora and those were excellent. The sauce with the bhaji was very good.

I'll be perfectly honest…read more Not the best curry I've eaten. I ordered a dahl, chicken vindaloo, garlic naan and spicy poppadoms. The vindaloo had a good amount of heat but was lacking in other flavours. The Dahl needed more salt, the tarkar didn't have that distinctive earthy flavour it's supposed to. The sundries were good. I see they have good scores usually but for me, I like my curries a wee bit heavier on the massala blends and spices. I wouldn't recommend it if you want authentic Indian food.

My daughter has been to Dar's of Hampstead a few times while in this cute London neighborhood and…read morerecommended it for our dinner. When we arrived, the staff recognized my daughter immediately and were very nice to us. The place wasn't too busy yet. As we enjoyed our dinner, the restaurant became pretty packed with patrons and a lot of take out orders. We enjoyed some great Indian/Pakistani ("Authentic Punjabi Cuisine") food including their signature dish of lamb shank in a delicious sauce, tikka masala, vegetable curry, veggie biriyani rice and some very fresh and flavorful garlic naan. I loved all of the food and tasted each dish. The lamb shank and the sublime garlic naan were my favorites. Good flavor and freshly prepared. During our meal, I had a view of the man in a corner of the open kitchen who was nonstop making naan. He was meticulous and seemed to be a happy soul. I believe I would enjoy having some drinks with him (if he drinks). That reminds me that they don't sell alcohol at Dar's but encourage you to bring your own. I saw many other patrons bringing in their own wine bottles and the Dar staff would chill the wine and even pour it for the customers. Haven't seen that setup before. Give these guys a try when in the Hampstead area.

Dar's of Hampstead is my new local go-to spot for reliably good Indian food. As a newer resident of…read morethe area, I've been looking for those handful of restaurants I can rely on for friendly service, good food quality and variety, available seating and hours, and that's worth the money-- Dar's checks all my requirements! It's a lovely spot that's family owned and been around for a while, with a menu combining Indian, Punjabi, and Pakistani food and more. There's a variety of vegetarian and vegan options available, and some unique house specialty dishes (my dad enjoyed a spicy lamb curry on the bone house special dish!). I've ordered some paneer, vegetable, and seafood dishes and have enjoyed everything I've tried, and the garlic naan is a must. I'm a fan of the hot chai tea (although for the price I would appreciate a free refill or bigger serving please!) and they have a bring in your own alcohol type of policy. Every guest I've brought here, from my parents to my boyfriend, have enjoyed this place, their food and their overall experience. The staff is attentive and friendly, and the restaurant always has space available for dining in and is popular for takeout/delivery orders.

Wry inexpensive and very tasty food Nice quick service as…read morewell If you're in Kings Cross, do you want a nice Indian for an extra? Nothing come here

Conveniently located near King's Cross Station, Indian Lounge was the perfect midday pick-me-up. I…read morehad their lunch special--samosas, curry chicken, and pilaf rice (pelau)--and it was flavorful, satisfying, and not overwhelming in portion or spice. The seasoning was spot-on, especially for my Caribbean taste buds. I noticed that many diners seemed to prefer milder dishes, and it's clear the restaurant caters thoughtfully to its customer base. The spice level is balanced and accessible--but if you want more heat, you can always add it. As any good cook knows, spice can be layered in, but once it's overdone, there's no turning back. Service was outstanding, the place was sparkling clean (even the bathrooms), and the gentle Indian music created a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Lunch came with ice cream, but I was so full and happy I couldn't even touch it..at first...lol. I'll absolutely be back--next time for dinner!

Food and service always great Varied meno. Ambiance excellent. Ample parking. Always feel welcome.read more

This is by far the best Indian restaurant that you will find. I guarantee that you won't just come…read morehere once. I think 99% of the clientele are regulars. Mia the owner greets all of his customers and will remember all of you names. The food is delicious and menu quite extensive. We have often had little extra side dishes bought up to our table for us to try. They are always experimenting with new food and value your opinions. After your gorgeous culinary experience, you will be presented with little glasses of Tia Maria and cream. We are always invited then by Mia to have another drink on the house. This is a large restaurant but most nights it is packed out. On Friday nights he has Elvis along to sing. At the end of the evening most people are up dancing. On Sundays there is a buffet but you can still order off the main menu. I totally recommend this place, you will be given a big warm welcome and then be in for a true curry feast. The prices are reasonable too. They do takeaways and you will always be offered a drink when you come to collect, there is a discount on takeaways. You must try this restaurant, you will not be disappointed. Enjoy!

Upon arrvial to Spice Inn we were greeted, with air freshner smells due to the fact it is Indian so…read morethey do want the place to smell good after the curry aromas. Customer service was good. Decour was interesting had elephant, octupus, human ,god picture's around the wall. carpeted floors, round table's and also narrow tables. They need a heater, in that restaurant I swear I had my jacket on the whole time. The restaurant had a homely feel to it which was lovely because you could see families that were out for dinner. The food! my mouth waters while reminsing. Warm Nan bread with the sauce's were delicious. Plus the popedom were good. Now I love my onion banji's but I was not impressed with this one, it was flat WHY! They are suppose to be in a ball like shape. They were hard WHY! They are suppose to be soft. Due to that dispoinment, I tried something that I have not eaten before, Chicken Briyani with vegetable currey Oh my days! that meal was serious. Ths tickled my taste buds fillled my belly what more can a girl ask for! And all for £6 (wasted £2 something for rock flat banjis never again) Customer service was good. The restaurant in Stratford! so that means it has everthing, transport and eveything else wise.

This is an old-school traditional curry house that looks as though it got stuck in the 70s. The…read moredecor actually probably hasn't changed since then. Don't go expecting any fancy flourishes or fusion dishes - the menus are in plastic wallets and have a good selection of all your classic curry faves (chicken jalfrezi me up!). I went with my two cousins who live nearby, and their mum who'd come to check on them. We had a slightly weird experience where the resto was practically empty but they seated us in the far corner, away from the door and windows and it was quite dimly lit on the far side of the room. We wouldn't have thought twice about it, had it not been that all the (white) groups that came in behind us were all noticeably seated on the more brightly lit side of the room where you come in (and as far from our table as poss). Were they worried people would be put off their food by seeing the table of asians eating naan with their fingers?! Maybe it was all just random, but I wasn't really sure what to make of it... The service manages to both stand on top of you yet also take an age to respond when you ask for anything. But the food came out eventually - nothing special but tasty enough, and not swimming in oil either which pushes it up the curryhouse rankings for me. So despite the best efforts of the starey waiters I can see myself coming back here when I'm craving a low-key indian, mostly because it's so local for me - I wouldn't recommend making an effort to travel here nor going on a special occasion though!

I've been here a few times and I've always enjoyed it! They have an excellent selection of…read moreIndian/Pakistani dishes. My favourites are The Chicken Rogan Josh, Bhindi bhaji, and garlic naan. The service there is excellent. They're very accommodating for large parties. One of two decent restaurants in Brentwood for this type of food.

Very good service and delicious food. If you like spicy food try one of their Naga dishes. Favorite…read morespot for Indian food in Brentwood. Little pricier than the others though.

I am genuinely surprised this hasn't been discovered by a Yelper yet - it's a fantastic place to…read moregrab an Indian bite! It's always full to the brim in here, so it's best to book well in advance. The place plays host to all of the local celebrities (by 'all' I mean about 2), and has been critically acclaimed by the Observer. It's a definite hotspot in SE London. The food is perfectly cooked. I have eaten here a number of times and have never been disappointed. Of course, they have all of the greats that usually appear on an Indian starter menu - bhajis, samosas, dhal, and who could forget the popadoms served with home made pickles. Try not to fill up on them before the mains - a rookie mistake made in all good restaurants. The paneer tandoori is delicious, almost so delicious that you forget about the guilt you would usually feel if you were eating a plate of grilled cheese elsewhere. Slightly different to the usual curry houses, here you pick your main meat/veg and then choose from the list how you would like it to be cooked. It's great for those who are particular about their curry! Tandoori Nights is a classy, stylish and sophisticated Indian restaurant, well deserving of its food awards. The prices do reflect the quality of the food meaning it's not necessarily cheap, but if it's good food you're after then this is the place to head to. Just book early to avoid disappointment!

Tandoori Nights is a welcome change to much of the Indian food I've had in London: Light,…read morewell-prepared food, great service, open late and excellent prices. The key difference here is the wonderful absence of excessive oil in the curry: too often food at Indian restaurants can be too heavy, caused by excessive amounts of oil/butter being added to fill out the curry. Here, that's nowhere to be seen, allowing you to enjoy the array of flavours in the curry and fill up on the generous servings of rice instead. The beer served is the usual Kingfisher. Desserts are pre-prepared ice-cream dishes, which my friend and I declined. Overall, comfortably above-average.

Food: 5/5 Service: 3.5/5…read more I decided to visit the restaurant because it's not far from my hotel near the ExCel area and it was also on the Michelin recommended list. The food was fantastic. I ordered 2 small plates to start: the lamb samosas and the Gressingham Duck tikka, which was on their seasonal special menu. The samosas were light and the lamb filling was flavorful and spiced perfectly. You can taste the lamb and the Indian spices used in making the dish. The chutney / sauce that accompanied the dish provided a nice sweet and sour foil to the spiced lamb filling. It was divine. The Duck tikka was more heavily spiced but in a good way. The vermicelli like noodles on which the Duck rested were delicious, as well as the Duck. The savory notes worked in tandem with the little bit of garlic that was in the sauce of the vermicelli, which was awesome. The lamb main dish had such a deep flavor and it didn't disappoint as a main dish with the curry sauce. The apple samosa was the perfect ending to the meal. The apple filling was elevated by the nutmeg and the cardamom. The house made apricot toffee ice cream was creamy and smooth. It wasn't overly sweet and worked in perfect harmony with the apple samosa. The service could be improved (I waited by the host stand for about 3-5 minutes before someone saw me from the kitchen and grabbed the host. I was the only one in the restaurant at the time (18:10). I was presented with the choice between sparkling water and still water and picked sparkling, but was then told it only came in big bottles, and so I asked for regular water. However, he never came back with the water and took my water glass, in fact. Another server checked on me, which was nice. Also, the owners came out and checked on my food and talked to me for a little bit as well, which was nice. Other than the missteps in the beginning, I would say this was an overall good experience). The restaurant is lovely and is located by the water. I had a great view to the sunset as I enjoyed the dinner. If I'm back in this area, I will definitely return.

We had an excellent evening with friends at Cafe Spice Namaste. I am not a big fan of Indian food…read moreoutside of India, but this restaurant captures the taste and ambiance I enjoy fine dining in India. I enjoyed meeting the owner, Mr Todiwalla, as he came over to chat with one of my companions who he knew. This restaurant is on my revisit list next time I am in London