7 Spices At The New Times in Colchester

We ordered take out from here. Arrived a few minutes after told to and we were made to wait for another 25 minutes. The food was good. But we were charged twice for an item and now can’t get through to them on the phone to resolve.

Once again great food and attentive service, the new menu caters for all tastes and levels of heat. Will be back again to try the other new dishes.

Excellent and lovely new menu, service was of its usual high standard. Went on valentine’s night and the extra touch’s on the table made it feel a more special night. Big shout out to Sat n the team

Exceptional INDIAN cuisine with a difference. Service SUPERB. Have been as a couple and with friends 3 times now and can't fault anything. Very different interesting dishes, made to the exact taste and "heat" that you ask for. The Staff are really attentive - Brilliant venue

Aj and the team dished out 28 dishes at once all piping hot which it difficult at the best of times. Food was fantastic, and cannot fault the service. Thanks Aj 👏👏👏👏👏

I asked if it was possible to have an area in the bar and the restaurant for a reunion of friends that I was arranging. The manager reserved some tables in the bar area and also in the restaurant and said that we could close the doors across the bar to give us a private area. As it turned the turnout was smaller than first thought so we all sat in the restaurant at one long table which had been made for us. I asked if we could have a selection of starters and main courses from the Indian menu put on the table for us all to share as we were talking so much. Choosing from the menu kept being forgotten. This was agreed at a fixed price per person. The food was delicious as it has been the other times my partner and I have eaten there and everybody was happy with the choices and in particular remarked how good the bhajis were. I would have loved to have given 5 stars as we really couldn’t have been looked after any better. The only reason I didn’t was that the restaurant was cold and everyone commented on it. Thank you New Times, I would happily recommend you for a function and definitely for a meal.

While from the outside this Indian restaurant just looks like a pub, 7 Spices have created a proper restaurant to the rear of the pub, so you can enjoy your curry away from the pub crowd. The food is very different from your run of the mill curry house, with some interesting dishes which are perhaps more authentic Indian curries than we're used to in the UK. There was a good choice of vegetarian dishes, the paneer tikka was delicious (melt-in-the-mouth paneer), and the kofta main course was also very tasty. We received a complementary garlic naan as well, which was one of the best naans I'd tasted - not thick and chewy like so many. I would thoroughly recommend this if you're in the area.

This is a very strange place; a nice pub on the front and a nice restaurant on the back. The food was amazing, the service was diabolical. Even after we managed to get the bill it took half an hour and several requests to pay the bill. Tried to order a drink at the bar and despite 4 girls and a man behind it they were more interested in chatting, collecting empties and going in the back to the restaurant. Gave up in the end. A real shame.

Authentic Indian tase! If you are looking for authentic taste then must visit this place. Every single dish we tried were amazing! Staff, ambience, parking, quality, quantity, everything was fabulous! We are vegetarian and every dish we tried was so tasty! Malai kofta and soy chaps, my favourite..

Best pub in the county . Great customer service. Excellent food. Couldn’t recommend any more. Brilliant

Fantastic beautifully cooked food and the staff were fantastic. Highly recommended you won’t be disappointed!!

We had been meaning to try this venue since it became an Indian Restaurant and eventually got around to it. We are very pleased that we did too, the food was excellent and the was also, staff were very friendly and helpfull.

Superb authentic INDIAN food. Unique flavours to each dish. Not glutonous. Brilliant - Will go away in the very near future - Had a tak-away since and that too was excellent.

I love the range and styles of Indian sub-continent food. We eat Bengali style food at home and often eat out trying other Asian cuisines with sometimes disappointing experiences. So what a joy to discover 7 Spices! Each dish prepared with thoughtful and masterful balance of spices by the Chefs. I tried Mutton Rara, Goan Fish Curry and Murg Patiyala. They were deeply satisfying! The wine list is good and fairly priced, cocktails were fun and atmosphere was supported by fully engaged staff and other customers enjoying their meals. If you like a proper Curry, just go.

The ‘New Times’ restaurant was a stalwart of the East Essex scene - producing a carvery over decades which attracted a loyal following from miles around. While unfashionable now for a certain section of the Customer base it was a faithful and reliable offering, which I have to say I always enjoyed. Sadly time and tide wait for no one and the previous owners retired earlier in the year. Grays took their time to relent but the restaurant has now reopened in its current incarnation. Went with my mother and had a fairly enjoyable experience. Service was attentive and the decor certainly an upgrade on its predecessor. Menu is reminiscent of a higher need Indian offering with a good selection of dishes but perhaps eschewing the ‘cookie cutter’ approach of some of the local competition. I had Butter chicken which was gorgeous although my Mum’s Mutton curry she did find a little tough. Nevertheless the restaurant was spotless and the decor seemed to illustrate they mean business. It’s always tough to reinvent such an icon but I have to say they were off to a good start. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the vicinity

We finally have the most amazing Indian food restaurant near Colchester. Being a vegetarian I was happy to see so many vegetarian options to choose from. Dal's, paneer dishes, corn karari tikki , soya chap, Biryani's are extremely delicious. A beautiful restaurant with ample car park on site is an added bonus. The restaurant team are very kind and friendly, their service is no less than a Michelin star restaurant. A MUST go to restaurant if you are looking for a high quality dining experience.

Full marks to AJ and his team for a wonderful experience for my grandson's birthday. We went lunchtime at 1 o/clock and were pleasantly surprised to be seated in the restaurant as we were expecting the bar. The full menu was on offer and although...

we were at a quiz night held in the bar area, we enjoyed the quiz but the food was ok not fab. myself and a friend both had lasange and was all cheese tbh wasn't great, being in an Indian restaurant a choice of Indian...

Absolutely authentic Indian ( NOT Bangladeshi passing off as Indian) food. Menu is very targeted with some very wholesome and well curated items. We had the Kerala Prawn curry, biryani, lamb Ra Ra, moong dal halwa - it was all so perfect! The spice quotient...

Nice indian food , nice staff really enjoy the food !!! Big thanks to manager to provide a best service and hot food with prefect indian spices.

Just got home from a lovely evening. Read the reviews before going and by heavens it didn't disappoint. A lovely warm welcome from AJ followed by quick and pleasant service. Drinks arrived quickly, and our order was taken without pressure. The menu is certainly different...

They tried to over charge us for our meal and when I was standing at the bar ordering our drinks I also caught them watering down pints they where giving to paying customers, luckily I was watching and they didn’t pull a fast one on...

We visited this place, not knowing what to expect as it was a very traditional Indian from what we had been told. Put simply we were blown away with the quality and taste of the food. We had the mixed sharing platter to start, it...

First visit to the new look for the New Times. Now an Indian Restaurant. First impression nicely done, although strange being combined with a pub. Service a little snow, especially getting drinks but food was excellent. Staff friendly. Will look forward to going again

Restaurant is well presented, lighting furniture etc but we were the only customers on a Thursday night. The head waiter had a long and loud phone conversation throughout the first half of the meal and then appeared to flick through different channels on a radio....

A relative and I went for dinner here earlier this week and had the most amazing food. Many of the dishes are not the typical ones you might expect at your average Indian restaurant but this makes for a brilliant opportunity to try something new....

we have been meaning to try since it opened. Finally tonight gave us the opportunity to stop on our way through. What can I say WOW!! Food is absolutly incredible I ordered two dishes as I couldn't decide and the sharing starter was amazing and...

We had been for a friend's birthday party. The ambience is awesome! The food was absolutely amazing and authentic... tasted divine!!! Food was served well on time.. portions are generous too. Loved the experience at 7 Spices!!!

Loved the food here. Out of world. Any dish you can try without any hesitation. It’s pure authentic Indian dishes. Beautiful place, lovely ambiance . Reasonable price! A must visit!

We had been to seven spices on two occasions. Once for a casual evening dinner when we fell in love with the food served there. A very nice restaurant with great ambiance and authentic Indian food. There are no authentic Indian restaurants near or around...

We celebrated bday party for my wife and invited our family and friends. Exceptional experience, loved the restaurant, food, hospitality. Manager Ajit Rana is a wonderful host and catered each and every guest. Owners are welcoming , visited the event and took care of it...

I have been to this restaurant several times since it opened as an Asian culinary site . I have not to date been disappointed. It seems that the staff cannot do enough to make each diner's experience memorable and enjoyable. In saying this I feel...

OMG - the meal was just sublime - it’s in my top 2 of all best Indian food I’ve tried, and I’ve been to hundreds - amazing. You can also have a proper beer in the adjoining bar which has been refurbished to a very...

We had lunch for 15 (a mix of Adults and Children) on New Year’s Eve lunch time. We ate off the bar menu but the food was really good and great value for money. The restaurant was really accommodating as we were a large group....

Well where to begin. We received a warm welome from the restaurant manager Rajit, lovely smile and ready to offer advice on the full menu. I can honestly say this is one of the best authentic indian meals I have experianced. The flavours were amazing...

I happened to be at this restaurant couple of times during my new year’s holidays. The food was amazing, great service, and friendly staff. I would like to mention the manager, Mr. Ajit, who has been very attentive and caring. Overall, I enjoyed every visit...

If you’re looking for a quality restaurant that serves excellent Indian and English food with an excellent menu and service then look no further. We called in on New Year’s Day 2023 and had a marvellous lunch, the restaurant and pub that was formally The...

Lovely evening spent with family. We were given a very warm welcome. Food and service excellent. Will definitely be returning soon.

This place was recommended by one of our friends and tried and had a great experience. Specially his Manager Ajit was very kind and made sure our group was looked after and given us very good service. We were friends and family who came to...

Such lovely authentic Indian food and superb service. All different dishes that I haven’t heard of before but was so delicious. I will be working through the menu for sure. Will definitely be back with more friends.

Went here yesterday, the food was amazing, great service, friendly staff. Will definitely be going here again. The decor was lovely. It wasn't expensive. Probably the best Indian food I have eaten in the UK. 5 Stars.

Bit disappointed with the food not the best Indian food I have tasted, I felt that the portion sizes was on the small side, with VAT added to the bill most main dishes average out around £15 the shock was a pint of beer at...

The friendly & attentive staff ensured a memorable rendezvous with family and friends. My Chicken Biryani was so good that I refused to share it! Their sticky toffee pudding is comfort food at its best. Highly recommend.

We visited with our family, we are used to authentic food from India and this mirrored the taste and quality. Starters and Mains were exceptional. The staff was really pleasant and served with a smile. Really recommend 7 Spices at the New Times. Hope you...

Fantastic atmosphere, amazing food and great service! Honestly a 10/10. Most authentic India found in the area! Definitely would come again !

Amazing fresh Indian food. Tasty curry you don’t get in your average curry house. Staff friendly and helpful. Was very surprised by how good it was. Definitely be coming back

Really nice menu with some dishes I've not seen before. It is more modern in feel than what we think of as a traditional Indian restaurant but the dishes seemed very authentic. Portion sizes were just right and there is an impressive selection of vegetarian...

No table cloths paper serviette’s Poppadoms didn’t arrived until starters, soggy in the middle because they put chopped tomatoes on them, no spoons for the pickle trays, I had mutton Rogan Josh and it was very poor. And to top it all no mints with...

This restaurant has only recently reopened as an Asian restaurant, coupled with a standard pub/bar - an interesting combination. I thought i would give it a try so popped in un-booked on Saturday early evening. Despite not having a booking, they were very accomodating and...