Alamin Tandoori in Bedford

I dined here with my friends for a meal, and the service was excellent! The manager, waitresses as well as other staff were very friendly. The music and vibe was really delightful, very relaxing. I have been to many Indian restaurants and might I say Alamin Tandori was by far my favourite. The food was really flavourful. It was finger-licking good! As well as the desserts. The prices are very reasonable as well! I highly recommend this restaurant!

found this retaurant by accident while away working in bedford for a few days and all i can say is wow, the restaurant itself isnt all that great from outside and to be honest could do with a lick of paint, inside again the decor could do with a freshen up but having said that its all about the food, service and value for money and all 3 were for me 10/10 best prawn dupioza ive ever had and my partners chicken was so moist he loved it and hes very very fussy. Sam the waitress was very knoweladgeble about the menu, was quietly in the background and not constantly hovering like some other restaurants, polite and friendly. If im ever in the area again will definetly call in again. xx

I came here for the first time about a year ago and since then have celebrated a few birthdays at the restaurant. Really friendly owner, always makes you feel welcome. Really like the atmosphere as not overly crowded. Nice food, really like their king prawn madras. Reasonable price - would defo recommend if looking for a nice quiet curry out.

We are always looked after at Alamin. The chefs must be doing a good job as the food tastes great. The staff are friendly and caring,recommend a visit.

The restaurant coped very well with our large group of customers - staff were cheerful and attentive. Food was very good with some dishes that I'd never seen before: chot potti (spicy chickpea soup) made a welcome addition to the starters menu and was very tasty indeed.

Friendly and helpful staff. Very good service. Enjoyable good. A little tatty and dated inside. A bit expensive, although I will be going back, as it's one of my favourite restaurants in Bedford.

I was here last night for a large party. The place was very busy and fully booked and I could see there was lots of deliveries constantly going out.

I went here with a large party booking. We was welcomed at first by some lovely staff members who greeted us and showed us to our table. We ordered our food and it was very quick service. It was very busy at the Time and all tables were filled up. Our starters came out to us and the food was amazing. It was the best Indian food I have tasted. Again for the main dishes and other dishes in our party was very good food. The staff were very attentive to our table and all the others within the restaurant.

I made an order on their own website, and received a confirmation email confirming it would arrive within 1 hour. 1 and a half hours later...we decide to call to politely ask if it’s almost here as we are starving. The person on the line rudely tells me we haven’t made an order. After 2 minutes of shouting between staff he says “oh yes I can see your order, we haven’t done it. We’ll start now and it’ll be an hour”. No apology. No explanation. I am extremely angry and say I expect a discount for this massive error. The staff member says no and hangs up on me. I called back and asked to speak to the manager, and get the same treatment. No apology, just a brusque “we didn’t see the order, it’ll be there in 1 hour and you’ll pay full price”. Well, we looked elsewhere and found Radhuni restaurant would deliver in 45 minutes. We placed an order and it arrived in 30! I cancelled the Alamin order, which they suddenly seemed to care about.... Radhuni was really fantastic. 5 stars

Fairly good curry though portion a bit small, definitely short on curry sauce. Ended up with 1/4 a plate of dry rice. Would be a 4 if more sauce had been on offer.

You can't question their food, but then again there's a lot of competition in tavistock street. What we look for in a curry house more than anything is a warming atmosphere, something that alamin doesn't offer. 3 times now we've walked in and been greeted by what I assume is the owner. He seems to be the only one working here most nights and to be honest puts a dampner on the evening from the get go. He pushes alcohol on the 4 of us, despite the fact that none of us drink, and tries to get us to order more poppadoms than we want. When we put him straight and order soft drinks with 1 poppadom each he seems to go off in a huff. When it comes to the food order it takes him about 5 minutes to get it right after all the mishearing and questions. The food itself is fine, certainly can't complain about that which is probably why we've been back 3 times, but the overall service is extremely uncomfortable. I'd recommend the naganzi if you could be bothered with the confrontation. At the end of the meal we were presented with a large book where we were told to write a review with him even watching us. There's probably a reason why there's never any customers in here. I'll stick to deshi spice or Indian summer where the staff can't do enough for you, don't get in a strop when you want a Coke and serve food just as good if not better. We spend 70-80 quid in curry houses so it's not as if we just go for the cheapest things. I'll be avoiding this place from now on, or maybe just ordering a takeaway from it instead.

Food was delicious and full of flavour and staff were very friendly and welcoming. Altho thought portions size was a tad on the small side but other than that no complaints and deffo recommend this place for a lovely meal

pooped in for a take away. staff very friendly but the food was not great. lamb tandoori was really tough. curries were all bright red and lacking flavour. not impressed.

I came here with my Husband last Friday night as we were craving a good curry and wanted to try and new curry house in Bedford. The waiter was extremely friendly and enthusiastic whilst giving us our personal space to chat and eat unlike other waiters in other restaurants in this town. We wasn't sure what to have, so he told us to trust him and he brought out the Chicken Rezala curry which was mind blowing. The first bite just heavenly, the flavour and meat combination was spectacular. 5 stars to this lovely little restaurant.

As a family we've been to many Indian Restaurants in Bedford and I've got to say, this is by far the most authentic, tastiest and friendliest Indian restaurant me, the wife and kids have been to! I am a big fan of the Garlic Chilli Chicken so I wanted my son to try it, so I asked the waiter if he could ask the chef to tame the heat used but maintain the flavour and they were happy to do it! Great family evening dinner.

Started going here after their recent refurb Live the chicken rezalla dish. Cures the spice craving all the time. Fast delivery always

We used to go to Asia Lounge a lot because we loved some of their chefs specials. When we heard that the same owners recently took over this restaurant we finally made time to give it a try. A small well lit, cosy and warm restaurant. Remember it as Sonali2 back in the 80s. Wasn’t disappointed with the food or the service. Excellent well spiced and seasoned curries. No need to add any salt and pepper, a curry as it should be. Garlic naan perfectly crisp yet fluffy and pungent. Service was not obtrusive but there when you needed it. One of the better restaurants in Tavistock Street. Won’t hesitate to return and will give them a try for a takeaway too.

I have been visiting Alamin Tandoori for many years, the staff are always welcoming and very friendly. They will always go out of their way to ensure you have an enjoyable meal.

We like this place and would like to be able to go more often.

We have visited the alamin twice in two weeks. The vegetarian and non vegetarian Thalis were both outstanding. The service was exemplary. Highly recommended if you want an excellent Indian meal.

The owner and his son and all the staff were so friendly and helpful,they made us feel so welcome the food was the best Indian (Bangladeshi) food I have had in years and I have been doing some searching! The whole party were as impressed as I was.

Father and son bonding session at Alamein. Received a warm welcome, arrived without a booking but was quickly sitted, not very busy. Friendly waiter, drinks and food order taken. Our meals arrived, very tasty curry!! Used my Tastecard which I confirmed upon arrival however slightly confusion when the bill arrived, only one meal course was taken off instead of 50% off the total food bill. Quickly resolved once highlighted.

Called in for a family meal after a long walk. Very friendly greeting and felt welcome from the off. Service was good, didn't feel rushed, although some people might think slowish, but we all felt relaxed and comfortable. Had the Bengal fish Jalfrezi, which was delicious!!! Will definitely go back as very friendly staff and very good price compared to other Indian restaurants in Bedford.

A great night at The Alamin last night. Birthday celebrations (thanks for sharing some of your superb cake), a jolly...

The Alamin is consistently the best Indian restaurant in Bedford and has been for many years. Gul and his team...

Stupidly, being loyal to this restaurant despite many competitors offering Indian cuisine we decided to place our order at the alamin Bedford.We have been here many times before so knew what we wanted and phoned it through without having looked at the menu. The chap took my order over the phone and then repeated back to me to check my order. I asked him "does the Tikka main come with a side salad and mint dip as it had before" - he confirmed that yes this was the case . We waited for the order to arrive. An hour later and very hungry the take away arrived for which I paid for - I then proceeded to dish up the food - there was no side salad and no dip and the food was barely warm. I rang the restaurant to explain and was told that although this had been the case in the past they now had a new menu which does not include the salad or dip with the tikka mains . I explained that I had not viewed the menu as rang my order through over the phone and why had the staff member who took my order confirmed that I would be receiving the salad and dip???? Very confusing that the staff that work there, supposedly advising customers were not aware of this NEW RULE. Due to their error they agreed to bring out the salad & dip free of charge - however 5 mins later we had another call from Alamin to explain that they were not going to bring the salad & dip but instead would maybe honour a small discount the next time I eat with them !!!!!! Do you honestly think I would ever give you any further business after this treatment and lack of accountability by your staff and management - I would rather starve than ever put further business your way - PLEASE FUTURE CUSTOMERS BEWARE - also be mindful that there are many other Indian eateries a stones throw away from the ALAMIN. vote with your feet as I will be doing.

Visited with work colleagues whilst working away from home. Very nice balti and great friendly staff.

lovely meal generous portions, excellent assortment of pickles etc with poppadoms,

Fuimos en un viaje de negocios. Excelente servicio y excelente comida. Si no estás seguro de que lo recomendaré y ayudar con su "temperatura deseada".

This place has been in Bedford for a number of years and we have never before eaten here. We finally got round to it and glad we did. Smaller inside than I imagined friendly service not pushy and we were served 2 very well cooked curries. The owner came over and had a word with us during the meal we will be back

Great Food, Great Service, Great Time. I always eat here, sometimes eat in and sometimes takeaway, food is amazing every time! Gul and his team are excellant and I highly recommend this curry house to everyone!

How many restaurants have you been to when you feel like an inconvenience? False welcome, indifferent service, so-so food and a feeling that the restaurant wants you out asap so the table can be re-sold. Restaurants ultimately survive on repeat business and The Alamin has had mine since it opened (25 years ago?). It's very simple: Get to know your customers by name, give good but not fawning service, make certain the food is as good as the menu makes it sound and for goodness sake do it all with a smile! The Alamin has survived when other restaurants have come and gone. That speaks volumes for the sort of place it has become and hence the loyalty of its customer base. If you have never been go and try The Alamin Experience. Gul and his splendid team won't let you down.

I always go here and i also order takeaway. Food is amazing and the service is perfect. great to go to with friends or as a couple it is a nice relaxed setting. Highly recommend!!

As always the food was excellent- best fish curry in Bedford!! The service was also perfection as always

Once again a first class meal, accompanied by first class service in an extremely friendly atmosphere. No matter what the choice the food is always tasty and reasonably priced.

Excellent 'old school' curry house.Warm, speedy and friendly service with a smile, food was tasty and well spiced without unnecessary heat and very reasonably priced!

We've been coming to the Alamin for over 25 years and it is by far our favourite curry in Bedford! The quality of the food is outstanding and the service is always very friendly and attentive. The staff and the chef have remained the same for many years and this speaks volumes for the quality of the establishment. We always have nice conversations - it's like going to a friend's house for dinner! The food is delicious with complex flavours, delicate spices, and very tender meat. We always get extra to take home as leftovers! We've taken many friends there over the years and they have loved it. I highly recommend the Alamin!

My dad and I have been customers for many years and Alamin never disappoints. The curries are outstanding and the service is fantastic and always with a smile. They even can predict our order due to their personal service.Couldn't recommend a curry house more!

I have been going to the Alamiin for 20 years now and there's a reason for that -it's the best curry house in Bedford and that's saying something as Bedford isn't t exactly short of curry houses!

I have been going to Alamin for years now and I really think it is the best curry house in Bedford - To me it is much more than just a meal out. Gul and his staff always make me feel so welcomeI, I feel I am also spending the evening with friends. The food is consitently good in a very friendly atmosphere.

Cannot fault the food and the waiters are very welcoming. Always love coming here with family as we love the menu and the atmosphere.

Great food, and I always eat too much. The coconut samosas are fantastic as a starter. They'd probably make a great desert and breakfast too. :)

We recently visited the Alamin on Tavistock street in Bedford.There was 5 of us 3 adults and 2 children it was a Thursday night. I must say this whole evening was amazing and all of us had such a great time. The staff were welcoming and were able to help with any questions we had, although they had a party in there at the same time the staff were attentive and available for us. We all ordered different dishes and they even did smaller portion meals for the kids. Every dish was very well prepared and presented I love a good Indian and this was up there with one of the best meals I have had in a long time. All the food was fresh great tasting and went down really well. I would highly recommend this place and also say it was very child friendly. We had 2 round of drinks and a full meal including starters and the bill was very reasonable. Fair play to the Staff we will definitely be back !!!

Fantastic service with great food definitely would recommend this to anyone. Friendly staff and food spot on easy location to find and parking either on Tavistock Street or behind.

I love this restaurant! We are from Northern Ireland & visit family in Bedford...this is our first choice for a meal out. The food and service is excellent and the portions are very generous! The atmosphere is great.....You will not be disappointed!!

Been eating here since it opened many years ago. Food always great and staff treat us like good friends. They are always happy to tailor a dish to your liking but there is something on the menu to suit everyone's taste.

First place to visit is the alamin after moving back to bedford. Everyone enjoyed the food and service was just outstanding and the beautiful new look was the icing on the cake. Thanks to Gul and the staff

Great, friendly service good food 10 out of 10. Good banter with the staff and quick service. Tasty food.

I had an excellent meal at Alamin in Bedford! The duck tikka starter was very tasty and the main course was excellent. The front of house were very friendly and the prices were very competitive. Recommended.

Just had a busy weekend and just fancied a treat. Great tasty food and nothing was too much trouble. Relaxed atmosphere.

We visited here for a family birthday today and thoroughly recommend it. The food is excellent and the staff are extremely friendly, nothing is too much trouble. There is a comfortable intimate atmosphere and price is very reasonable too. This has been our Indian restaurant of choice for the last 10 years whenever we get the chance to dine out.

We've been going to Alamin for a few years now. Tonight was for my Dad's birthday with the family. For me, Alamin is Bedford's best Indian restaurant. Food is always first class and the service is excellent. From our youngest who is 4 (and went for the "English" menu - omelette and chips) to my 79 year old dad, we all had a great meal and were well looked after by the staff. Highly recommended.

Not only was the food excellent and the service professional, but the very friendly approach by the staff was great. Special thanks to Gul and the staff. I will definitely be back to Alamin each time I visit Bedford.Mark and Patsy

What a lovely evening! Great meal and professional and friendly service.... a well deserved five stars. Thanks to Gul and his team! :-)!

Small intimate restaurant. Friendly service.Poppadoms and chutneys were nice, nice curry, would come again.

Been here a couple of times now and had lovely meals. Really friendly staff and very good to the children Aswell. Lovely food will definitely return again.

Friday night treat with husband and two daughters. Yet another great meal thanks to Gul and his talented team. Amazing food and such fantastic hospitality- made to feel so welcome like old friends. Can thoroughly recommend the king prawn moricha- absolutely delicious. Clean plates all round! And a generous touch at the end of the meal - complimentary amoretto, Bailey's and coffee. You'd be mad to go any where else!

Our favourite Indian restaurant in Bedford, amongst some tough competition. We've tried a few others over the years, but always keep coming back to the Alamin.

I have been coming here since I was young! The customer service is impeccable. Gulzar and his team are attentive and always so welcoming. They always go the extra mile. The food is lovely and they accommodate children really well, tonight I visited with my 10 year old and she thoroughly enjoyed herself and her Chicken Tikka Masala ( the best she's ever had a apparently)

Gul and his team always give you a warm welcome and put you at ease as soon as you walk in, not many restaurants can say that these days. The food is fantastic and nothing is too much trouble. They will cater as much as they can for your needs and also the whole place is spotlessly clean!

Thanks for your hospitality food was amazing great service. You have to try the grill cooked just right. Everyone enjoyed next time the the Brandy is on me!!

Not too much to say here, we sat down and were given our menus and they had live crawling ants on them! Got up immediately and went to another restaurant.

Meal is excellent, atmosphere is very nice, stuff is friendly. I have been there many times , will definitely go again.

Took my wife and three boys for a Christmas treat and we always come here as it's consistently good. Good personal service followed by great food, the owner is such a nice guy hence why we always come back.

Lovely meal at the alamin. Never disappoint great food and service. Lots of curry houses in bedford to choose from but would definitely recommend coming here. They do a Monday special deal which is well worth the money.

Once again a fantastic meal. Try the Chicken green masala. It's out of this world and probably the best curry in Bedfordshire.

We have been eating here for years - Gul and the boys never fail to dish up a great evening of food and laughter. No other curry house comes close to the flavours and consistently good quality we get here - which is why we keep coming back, even though we have moved miles away! The best curry in Bedford, if not the home counties

Lovely food and flavour with very friendly staff always around to help with anything but not on top of you. Would definitely recommend going here as I've tried loads of places and this one comes out on top!

The food is superp not a single fault. the service is beyond expectations come to alamin and you will be treated like a king.

We have been regulars here for quite a few years but haven't been for a while. Went back last night and took some friends who were visiting. We all really enjoyed the food, our friends were impressed which is a good recommendation as they spend at least 2 weeks in asia most years. Gul the owner was his usual attentatiive self. Will not leave it so long to return again.

Lovely indian restaurant. Always have a great meal here. Waiters are excellent. Food always hot and good sized portions. Banquet night on Monday is excellent value.

Almost every other door along Tavistock Street opens onto a restaurant, takeaway, cafe or pub. Italian, Lebanese, South Indian, modern Indian, traditional Indian / Asian, a myriad of choice. The Alamin on an autumnal Tuesday evening was like all the others, very quiet but a terrific warm welcome by the Bangladeshi owner was completely genuine and we were soon underway with the usual Kingfisher and Cobra beers.The menu is pretty much standard and nothing wrong with that but Alamin has some of it's own specialities. We lit on a few rare things. Softshell crab. Sadly it or they had scuttled off so we had the giant prawn equivalent plus slices of spiced duck breasts.Time for more beer. And then along came Machlee Bartha, gorgeous thick slices of sweet Bangladeshi river fish cooked in a thick,lightly spiced sauce. Superb and a real highlight. Goan lamb was slices of fillet, again, nicely cooked and presented., okra, spinach with potatoes side dishes and a couple of naans and we'd had a really good dinner, it didn't cost a fortune and we'll be back with a mission to get our Bangladeshi friend interested in cricket ! He must be one of the few with no interest in the great game at a time when they almost beat England in a test match. Our advice? Go with the specials and suggestions.

We had an Indian theme murder mystery, Gul from Alamin was wonderful in providing the food as a take-a-way. I collected the starters before the start and then the main course and deserts arrived exactly on time. The food was wonderful and there was enough to have the next day too.We could have had the party in the restaurant, but we felt that it would have disturbed the regular diners.This has been our restaurant of choice for many years and will continue to be so.

the waiter was excellent. the food was a bit slow coming to the table. but the waiter kept us entertained. he was waiting on 3 tables. his name is abdul. he is fantastic.the food was ok.but it took so long. apart from the long waiting the meal was okay.

We tried Alamin for the first time after a few of my close friends had mentioned it in the past. There was a group of 4 of us, we didn't book and came out on a Saturday they were busy but managed to get us in.We were greeted with a smile and shown to our table, drinks and poppadoms went down well and then we choose different dishes from the Menu.We went for a few traditional dishes and some from their specialties section, all the food we had was really really tasty and you can tell time and effort was taken during the preparation of our dishes, we also had rice, naan breads and side dishes, the food was bought out to us piping hot and in good time - taking into consideration how busy they were.We had 2 rounds + all that food and we only paid £22 per head - I thought this was good value and the portions were a generous size.Overall we had a great evening and enjoyed the food the atmosphere and the service in this gem of a restaurant.I would recommend that you give this a go - you wont be disappointed.

We turned up on a Friday evening, and despite having bookings they were able to find us a table. We are vegetarian so we were very happy to see that they have such a varied menu.The service was excellent, as the staff were very friendly and attentive. The food was good both in taste and value. Will visit again.

After reading good reviews we decided to give them a chance. Upon arrival we were told to wait, despite the restaurant only having 3 occupied tables. After waiting we were showed to a table awkwardly in the middle of others despite there being free ones elsewhere. 20 minutes in the waiter was clearly struggling or perhaps oblivious that we had no drinks or menus. We then left to have him tell us 'he was just coming', shocking service, never again.

OK, if you are looking for glitz, no-one who knows your name or face, bland food, fawning waiters eager for you to vacate your table then The Alamin is not the place for you. But if you are looking for a genuinely courteous welcome, staff willing to engage in friendly conversation, excellent food and value for money then you are in the right place. We estimate we've eaten in nearly all of Bedford's curry restaurants and this is our favourite. Newly redecorated and a revamped menu makes it our number one choice and the benchmark with which to judge others. I've eaten in more expensive and opulent restaurants but I have rarely come away believing that my custom was genuinely appreciated. Do yourself a favour: go and meet Gul and his staff, enjoy great food and a friendly atmosphere. You won't be disappointed.

The Alamin is always the restaurant we go back to, again and again. The refurbishment has smartened the decor up but the welcome is always as warm as ever! The food really is consistently excellent. Portions are of a good size and prices good value. (3 of us ate today, with drinks £46). The garlic nan is the best we have ever had; both meat and veggie dishes are very good with the right balance of spice and flavour. We have eaten curry in lots of places in the uk and this still ranks as one of the best. Don't pass this one by - you will be pleased you tried this one out!

We used to come to the Alamin a few years ago and always commented on how traditional it looked compared to all the other contemporary restaurants that were popping up everywhere on Tavistock street Bedford.This time we were amazed that the place had undergone a complete refurb! from top to bottom the place was 10x better looking and more "open" than before.The same old face greeted us and showed us to our window table the one we used to sit at many years ago.Drinks and papadoms were ordered and went down well, for starters we has a babori mix for both myself and my partner to share, this consisted of prawns, samosas bhajis' etc a platter, this was sumptuous and an excellent start to the evening.The mains were again as tasty as the starter if not better my wife had a Chicken Korma and I had a Dansak which was one of the best in a long time.we had pilau rice and a garlic naan too which again were faultless.the waiter that took our order and served us all evening was attentive and polite, they were quite busy (it was a Friday( but our food arrived hot and in good time.Overall a great experience and we shall be returning on our next trip to Bedford.I recommend this place as it has been running many years and seems to have kept all its charm even after the refurb!

A meal at the alamin never fails to impress.We like good quality, tasty & spicy food. Starters were amazing & main dishes were the best eaten in a long time at a Bedford restaurant. Staff are very warm & welcoming and service was brilliant too.Will Definitely visit again soon.

Alamin has been going for many years now and we had tried it before, but it was never one of our chosen places to eat. However another restaurant owned by the same people had been a firm favourite and we were gutted when it closed down a while ago. So imagine our excitement when we had an email from the Alamin, announcing that some of the dishes from the previous restaurant were now on the menu in the Alamin. We were over the moon and vowed to visit, which we did. Sorely disappointed - very sorry to say this as, had the expectations been met and the dishes been the same, we would have probably made this our new Indian restaurant of choice. What we found was disorganised staff with very poor service. We had expected the same precision and attention to detail but the waiter was casual, to the point of unprofessional and apathetic. Eventually we were given some menus and sure enough saw some of our old favourites on there, instantly deciding to order our much loved and much missed favourites. What came out was nothing like what we'd been used to. I had ordered garlic mushrooms to start and what came out to be plonked in front of me with no care for presentation or professionalism was a plate of brown, slimy slop. I gave my feedback after my barely touched plate was collected - as an example of expectations. My feedback wasn't received particularly well. To me, garlic mushrooms should be either breaded and served with garlic dip or (how I would expect in an Indian restaurant) fried fairly dry with lots and lots of sliced garlic and seasoning, served perhaps with a small garnish and maybe some raita..? No, what I got was rubbery, undercooked mushrooms and this revolting brown sludgy slop that didn't even taste like garlic. Just slopped on a plate, no garnish, no presentation, no flavour. It was awful. My partner ordered Chicken Chat which again came just slopped on a plate, no bread, no salad, just a plate of unappetising sludge. No effort at all. The main course was just as bad - an old favourite of mine was Murgh Haryali - the one I had here bore no resemblance in appearance or flavour to what I had loved so much. My partner's meal was as disappointing. Dessert menu was bog-standard, the same as you'd find in any Indian restaurant with the basic pre-prepared kulfi, ice cream etc. We were hoping to see some of the old favourites like the saffron poached pear, gajor ka halwa or delicious sorbets. We didn't bother with dessert either. My partner preferred that I didn't give any further feedback to the waiter, it clearly wasn't well received. I'm not even sure if it was ever passed on, this visit was a few weeks ago now so I'd hope it was and I'd hope it was taken on board.Considering the relationship between the two places we had expected some similarities but our expectations were obviously way off the mark. We left both having said the same thing, we won't bother to go back. Gul, it's such a shame that this experience was so poor, we have missed your lovely menu and would have happily brought our custom back to you. A restaurant is only as good as its chef and service is only as good as the front line staff. I guess these aren't the same as we'd been used to. We know it can be done and you've done it so well previously. With the vast array of Indian restaurants within a stones-throw of the Alamin, I'd recommend a little more training and guidance to relevant staff to bring them up to standard. If you ever open up another like the old favourite we had, we will be there in a heartbeat but you'd have to do some serious work to get us back in the Alamin.

There is plenty of free parking very close to the restaurant with a multi story car park nearby as well.The restaurant is not very large but it was fine with the tables not too close together.We shared a babori mix for starters and that was all very good apart from the samosa being rather tough.The chicken Shathkora was a very unusual dish which I really enjoyed although my colleague thought it was slightly too citrus flavoured. The Lamb Khorai was great and had plenty of flavour. The nan bread was great being light with a wonderful crispy texture in places. The bhindi bhajee and sag aloo were good but could perhaps have done with more spices.An enjoyable meal and we shall definitely return.

Small restaurant, but friendly staff & the best Bengal fish jalfrezi. Well worth a visit to eat this dish.

Used to eat here often, but became bored with same brown sauces and too much oil.Revisited twice in recent months (don't eat out very often). We were all impressed with each dish: no floating oil, fresh okra, heightened flavours in every curry ordered, each dish was quite distinct from the other, whether it was a main meat or vegetable side. The breads here have got to be best in Bedford.I'm glad the kitchen is paying good attention to getting the flavours right, it's tough and competitive on Tavistock Street. Definitely recommended.

This is our favourite Indian restaurant in Bedford. It has dishes with a range of flavour profile from a hot and sour Vegetable Dhansak to a refreshing Bhindi bhaji. What's great is you can ask anything to be cooked lower fat and still get great tasting food.

Service food and atmosphere excellent - Gul is such a genuine and genial host. Unable to fault. Can thoroughly recommend.

Lovely food and such a warm welcome at this fab restaurant. I wanted a dish that was no longer on the menu and they were good enough to make it for me. Tandoori lamb chops are the most tender and tastiest that I've had any where and my husband had an amazing chicken dansak. They have recently had a re-furb and the restaurant is comfortable and stylish. Thank you we will be back

Having not been here for a while, we thought we would give it another chance. We walked in to see obvious changes. The interior had been totally renovated making the space a lot more welcoming. Loved the Taj Mahal picture on the wall, but not sure what was going on with the strange gold lame everywhere - very bizarre. Staff were very friendly and polite but the food was a great disappointment. Family of dodgy tummies the next day. In light of this, decided to look up their Food Hygiene rating. November 2015 stated a rating of 1. Am thinking that rather than spruce up the restaurant, they would have been better off spending the money and effort in the kitchens instead.

I lived in the curry packed city of Leicester for four years, so I know a good curry. A lot of curry houses later, I can say hand on heart I've new had a bad curry here. Friendly, happy staff, great service, great food. Naganzi chicken is awesomely hot! Can't wait until the weekend, curry night!

We have ordered a couple of take always over the last few Saturday's. Food is tasty, delicious and fresh. Arrives quickly too! Fantastic!

An intimate restaurant with small front bar/ takeaway waiting area. Excellent food and friendly service

Tried a few of their chef's specials. Friendly and polite staff, reasonably quick service and tasty dishes. Value for money.

Love this restaurant, friendly staff, great food every time. Best Indian restaurant in Bedford, hands down. Go there, don't miss out!

Visited here tonight after a long absence. Greeted by Gul like old friends. Lovely makeover. Still has same charm. Good excellent. By far the best Indian Restaurant in Bedford. Well done guys

Our family has been using Alamin for over 18 years, over that time we have enjoyed consistently good food and service. There are numerous curry restaurants very close by, so the fact that Alamin has stood the test of time must speak volumes. This is what I would consider a traditional Indian restaurant. However, if you desire something not on the menu just ask for it. Decor was a little tired, but now it has been refurbished, and is very pleasent.

I always try to go to Alamin when I am heading for a curry. They are always so delicious, not too oily spice the food the way you like it. I like a spicy curry and the naga pickle curry they do is just perfect level of spice and flavour for me. Staff always happy to be of service and the atmosphere is cosy.

I've had a few meals at Alamin recently & enjoyed them all. I like the small restaurant, it's quaint with a nice atmosphere.The staff are attentive & friendly & the food is fresh. Last time I tried the chicken green masala & it was delicious. I couldn't eat it all so they happily boxed it up for me to take home.

Visited on Sunday with sister and as we walked in we felt so relaxed and comfortable, it has a comfy atmosphere, if u like. I ordered lamb chops starter which was ok but then a handsome tall waiter recommended me a dish called "som som" which I had in lamb tikka, he based his recommendation on my taste. Oh my god, it was the best curry I ever had the explosion of flavours that came with the first bite it was awesome! Presuming the chef has some serious talent! We enjoyed our evening and will be back

Go there nearly every week and always get the warmest of welcomes. Food is always fantastic and exactly what I've ordered. The restaurant is how restaurants should be very clean and how they used to be in the eighties, and none of that fancy stuff. Don't pass by, give it a go!!!!!!