Arvelli in Darlington

The biryani was dry and tikka massala didn't have much flavour not very coconutty the previous time was much better.

Got a take away Saturday I have to say it was the best Indian I have ever eaten the choice was so much better than other and the quality stunning. We got 4 starters which the flavour, amount and quality off all was outstanding same for the two mains. Would recommend to anyone

We ordered through Just Eat. First time we've eaten from this restaurant and it did not disappoint. I actually really can't fault them on anything. Food was delivered hot, portions were a perfect size, the taste was delectable and the cookery superb. We will definitely be back.

Had a nice meal last night with our work colleagues. Lovely food, well prepared and very attentive service. Will be back

Fabulous meal on Tuesday, 3 courses for £14.95. The food was splendid, and service excellent. Highly recommended

Ate here on a Sunday evening, enjoying the set offer meal. Portions were very generous and all dishes delicious. The Aloo Chat starter was a stand out as was the King Prawn Jalfrezi which was worth the additional charge for prawn. Service was friendly. Restaurant was quiet. We asked for the menu to choose the special offer, this was a laminated sheet and I feel that the great value might be enjoyed more if it was offered and celebrated by the restaurant. Overall, a great meal, totally recomend if visiting Darlington. Well worth the short walk from the town centre.

First time trying and it was incredible!

Chicken was very tough in the korma as were the king prawns in the tikka masala. Very disappointed for he amount of money it cost. Not sure what the onion stuff was that came with the popodoms as this was not very nice.

Would have been 5 but the lemonade bottles were extremely small. Given the fact I'm a massive fanny they serve spicy food... food was great tho. Please don't let that put you off.

Visited Monday night for the 3 course deal 14.95 each the food was beautiful best we've had for a long time I did expect smaller portions because of the offer but we got exactly what you would have on a normal night. It was very quiet can't believe it the place should be packed it was outstanding food and service.

Just had a delivery was amazing great food as always can't put a picture on as didn't last that long

Best curry I’ve had! Awesome :-)

Absolutely amazing! Me and my partner have been here 3 times now and it’s been the same great quality food and service every time. Every dish absolutely delicious and served piping hot. Staff are very welcoming and friendly. 100% recommend👌🏼

First time trying Arvelli this evening. Great service, gorgeous food and very reasonably priced. Will definitely go back and try other dishes. Also got a takeaway menu to try takeaway in future.

Food is great and the staff are lovely - but there is often hardly anyone else in.

Went here for the first time last Sunday , really nice welcoming staff. And the food was beautiful, my husband had the staff curry and I had lamb Bhuna both were so fresh and tasty . Will definitely be returning 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

Have never ordered or dined here before however i rang the restaurant late at 10pm for a delivery (as I was too late for delivery at my usual restaurant) Food arrived after around 35-40 minutes so spot on. Food was absolutely amazing and very reasonably priced, Very glad I called and give them a try. So good I had to come straight on and leave a 5 star review! Butter chicken with pilau rice, garlic naan, veg samosa, onion bhaji & poppadom All full of flavour and cooked to perfection. Looking forward to the tikka masala next time I order an indian

Lovely place with fantastic service and tasty food!

This was a great place for Indian food in Darlington, not too expensive, good service and easy booking. A good selection of food for vegetarians too

Food was nice, delivered quick and hot however the wrong curry was received. I ordered chicken tikka madras and got bhuna instead.

The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff went above and beyond to cater to our every need. In my experience, it was the most delectable Indian cuisine I've ever tasted.

Really nice all-round will go again.

My wife and I visited this restaurant on a quiet Sunday evening. We ordered starters and main courses which were all delicious and served in very clean and comfortable restaurant. As it was quiet, the owner even took time to chat with us about how the business is going from strength to strength based, mainly (due to it’s location at the edge of the town centre), on recommendations. I have to say that this restaurant is really worth the five minute walk out of the town centre for the excellent quality of the ingredients and, hence, the flavours of the food.

Best curry in Darlington, best Goan curry - my new favourite curry! 5 of us ate - all of us loved it. Great, pleasant service too!

I have eaten here twice in two weeks. The food and service were outstanding both times. While the price was really reasonable. My dad on the first visit was really well catered for as gluten free.

Go up North to Darlington for work every so often and tried all restaurants and this is the best one going! Today had poppadums (which have the best onion chutney and sauces, then chicken tikka, followed by lamb bhuna. Lamb was unbelievably tender The food is so good in this restaurant and in addition the staff are so polite, friendly and professional. Unfortunately and sadly have to eat on my own there but food and staff make it worth the effort of going out alone when away for work. Wish the restaurant was where I live !

Great curries, great cobra. Aftereights. Everything you could hope for in a curry house.

We don’t often go out for an Indian meal but I wanted a change from the usual pub grub. I saw the great reviews on here so I thought it would be a good choice. The service was great, there were two or three staff bringing out our dishes {there was 6 of us), to make sure we were all served together. The food looked good and tasted great. You could tell everything was made fresh, the curry had that beautiful subtle depth of flavour that you hope for. None of the dishes were at all oily, which has put me off in the past in some restaurants. We all really enjoyed our meals and appreciated the attentiveness of the staff. We can’t wait to come back!

Me and my friends all had a meal at Arvelli as none of us had ever been before and wanted to see what it was like and we all came away saying we will have to go there again......and again! We all enjoy everything we had, the starters were all 10 out of 10 and so were the mains. My sister and I love Mango Lassi and didn't see it on the menu so as we were leaving we just asked why it wasn't on. The young man serving said it was on (we had by accident not been given that part of the drinks menus) He could see how disappointed we were so VERY kindly went and got us a glass each for us to try and I can tell you, it was darn good indeed. So if you enjoy lovely tasted food and love Mango Lassi you really have to give Arevlli a try out with a bunch of your friends and you will have a fab evening.

Great food, and even better service. Would definitely recommend Arvelli’s!

Highly recommend this restaurant top class food and service

Been here tonight with a friend 10/10 for food 10/10 for hospitality highly recommend to anyone that wants a nice Indian

Just taken delivery of our 3rd take away, outstanding again, by far the best restraunt in Darlington imo.

Friendly staff. Item portion is really sufficient. Reasonable price.

We had a takeaway so can’t comment on the atmosphere - but the food was great! We had just what we’d ordered and it was ready on time. Really tasty. The staff were pleasant and helpful too. I’d never been before but will definitely be going again!

What a great alternate Christmas Dinner, the most delicious food with the best service you could ever want. So pleased we came here today, thank you 😊 xx

Fabulous food spicy and a teal pleasure Best Indian I've had in ages. Definitely recommend.

25 people for a Christmas party, excellent service . Food was amazing . Everyone was very happy and will definitely all be returning. The best Indian meal I have ever had .

Only had takeaway so far but must say one of the best Indian restaurants in town

Been searching for a decent Indian in Darlington and finally found it. The food is absolutely superb. Very helpful staff re specialist dietey requirements. Found my go to takeaway.

Went to the restaurant tonight the food was amazing and service couldn’t fault it 5*

Can’t recommend Arvelli enough! Food is consistently amazing. Good quality and delicious 🤤. Staff are very friendly and polite. A regular for us and wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Don’t eat Indian food often as I struggle with the amount of onions added to dishes (which I understand is for flavour etc) but my friend wanted to go for one and so I happily went along. Staff want to go above and beyond to give you a good experience. We had alcohol free cocktails which were lovely. I was unsure what I wanted and asked for advice, mentioning that I can’t eat a lot of onions but was recommended a Balti which comes with huge sliced onion…On that basis I ate the chicken only so didn’t feel totally satisfied. The restaurant did give me a try of patil sauce which had lovely flavours and I would get that next time, minus the onions!! Restaurant is very cold, but go to the toilets which are colder and then you feel a bit warmer! All in all I probably would go again as would like to try the alternative sauce but it’s hard for me to be excited as I’m not really a fan of Indian food and for £25 a head I feel I’ve had better. Good luck however with this business

Amazing flavours in all our dishes ordered, a succulent lamb,and a well marinaded chicken tikka dish that the tastebuds can’t help but enjoy. Looking forward to going back…strongly recommended to go here!!!!

If you want fabulous food, coupled with excellent service as well as good advice about the dishes they cook, then this is the place you need to visit. Arvelli is a lovely spacious contemporary restaurant on the edge of town which gives a ‘first class’ dining experience. Both my partner and I chose to eat lamb dishes on this occasion both of which did not disappoint, the lamb being ‘melt in the mouth’ soft and the spices perfectly balanced. My partner chose the Gosht Kata Masala which is an ‘all in one’ dish with rice, side of vegetables and a beautifully soft Naan bread all of which was delicious. I initially chose the Goan Lamb, however on asking which rice I should eat with the dish our waiter then mentioned this dish was quite hot (which is not what I eat), he then suggested I try the Lamb Balti (I love Balti), he then went onto explain how they make the Balti sauce and how long it cooks for, so that’s the dish I chose and I was not disappointed at all, it was delicious.

Not a lot of people in but it was a Sunday, staff were really welcoming and friendly, food was hot and tasted amazing as well..

Brilliant experience! Went for me friends 40th. Loved the curry! Highly recommended.

Food was brilliant! Great atmosphere. The kitchen kept sending us out food to try as we had our meal which was ace. Defiantly will be back in the near future.

Finally, we have found our favorite curry house! After moving from London, we were struggling to find good curries. But luckily, we stumbled upon Arvelli and it turned out to be the best! Thank you so much for the amazing food and service. We can't wait to visit again soon. See you soon!

Went to arvelli tonight, got the gost kata masala, the food came beautifully presented, and the service was unbelievable. My friend got the tandoori thali, he really enjoyed it as well. Would definately recommend and will be coming back!

I recently had the pleasure of ordering from this Indian takeaway, and I must say, it was absolutely amazing! From the moment I opened the containers, I was greeted by the tantalizing aroma of spices and exotic flavors. The food was a delightful explosion of taste, with each dish being perfectly balanced and full of authentic Indian flavors. The chicken tikka masala was rich and creamy, the naan bread was soft and fluffy, and the samosas were crispy and flavorful. The service was prompt, and the portions were generous. I can't recommend this place enough; it's a must-try for anyone craving exceptional Indian cuisine.

Thank you for a lovely evening again food and service was perfect as usual.

Absolutely amazing food, best since visiting Bradford ,West Yorkshire in the 80s. And my father was Indian so I know good Indian food. Well done guys great chefs, delivery drivers etc . Thank you

We've just discovered this gem and after two visits will be back. The food is excellent and well presented, my fish starter looked good enough to serve in a French bistro. They also serve things which I have not seen in a Bangladeshi/ Indian restaurant before such as the duck which was very tender, and the lamb shank is cooked to perfection.

Decided I fancied an indian tonight, however have a few dietary requirements so messaged on facebook to ask if if they could meet the requirements. I received a message asking me to give them a call. When I rang a lovely, helpful man assured me that they could meet the requirements and that if I rang and ordered they would make my food as soon as I rang and would deliver with first priority. The food arrived, tikka masala, cheese naan, rice and a duck jalfrezi. It certainly didn't disappoint. Still red hot upon arrival and incredibly tasty! Overall fantastic customer service, and great quality food!

Amazing service and beautiful food. We ordered a lot and it all came out in perfect timing. Drinks and cocktails were lovely

Amazing food! Very attentive staff. Will be returning

Absolutely fantastic food, couldn’t recommend it enough, Great portions and even better service. Would recommend for any event.

Food was delicious, staff were very friendly and helpful! Will definitely be returning back soon.

Had an amazing time at Arvelli Indian last Saturday! The food was absolutely delicious and the flavors were out of this world. Highly recommend trying it out if you're in the mood for some authentic Indian cuisine.

Ordered a take away last night 29th sep after seeing the reviews, so glad I did, absolutely superb, only regret was not having any cash to give the delivery lad a tip, next time 😊👍

Booked my wife a surprise birthday meal here and it was absolutely amazing. The staff looked after her so well and the food was unreal! Thank you everyone at Arvelli and we cannot wait to come back!

Had an amazing time at Arvelli Indian last night! The food was absolutely delicious. The staff went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was exceptional. We traveled all the way from Middlesbrough and it was definitely worth it. A big shoutout to my friend for recommending this place to us! Highly recommend everyone to give it a try!

Food really wasn't that great. I don't understand the 5 stars feom others. Oily food, over cooked bhajis, just not good.

When we decided to have dinner with family at Arvelli, we knew it was going to be a fantastic time! Not only did we enjoy each other's company, but the quality of food was absolutely amazing. We chose to go on a Saturday night, and boy, was it a busy one! The restaurant was buzzing with energy and excitement. We savored every bite of the delicious dishes and indulged in the mouthwatering flavors. It was truly a memorable evening filled with love, laughter, and incredible food. Can't wait to go back again!

* When you come across a place with nothing but 5-star reviews, it's natural to question their authenticity. But let me tell you, I recently experienced one of those places myself, and it truly lived up to its stellar reputation! From the moment I stepped in, the service was impeccable. The staff went above and beyond to ensure my dining experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Their attention to detail and genuine care made me feel like a valued guest throughout my visit. And oh, the food! It was an absolute delight for my taste buds. Every dish was prepared with utmost precision and passion, resulting in an explosion of flavors that left me in awe. The quality of the ingredients was evident, and each bite was a testament to the chef's expertise.

Favourite place to eat in darlington, and easily the best Indian restaurant in the town

If you like Indian food you are spoilt for choice in Darlington with so many good restaurants, however last weekend we went to Arvelli on North Rd, 5 minutes walk max from the town centre. We were shown to our table by a very polite young lady, drinks were ordered and delivered very quickly. We had samosa starters (complimentary poppadoms and pickles) for mains we had Lamb dupiaza and Aloo Gobi (potato and cauliflower curry) I think! Garlic Naan and boiled rice. It was all beautiful the lamb melted in your mouth. We had a good chat with the manager a very nice young man, please try Arvelli you won't be disappointed! It's the same building as The Shapla used to be and well worth the 5 minute walk.

When you see all 5 star reviews you are bit unsure if they are genuine. I went, and it really lived up to 5 stars, the service and food top quality, could not fault it at all. Will be back and certainly recommend to anybody.

First time here and would definitely return. Staff were friendly and helpful and the food was great. Nothing was too much trouble and the service was faultless.

Going out for the evening with my family was a wonderful experience. We reserved a table for ten people, and both the food and the service provided by the employees were excellent. I placed a few drink orders, and the cocktails were excellent.

Arvelli. Wow 👏. Top notch food every time iv been here. Been here 5-6 times now and iv never had a bad meal once. Shally Lamb is unbelievable and so are the spicy chips. So is everything else if I'm totally honest, ha. The staff go above and beyond every time and nothing is too much trouble. Really lovely people. Everything is fresh and really tasty. And plenty of selection on the menu. 10/10 from me. Best Indian restaurant iv ever been to and always enjoy going, and leave very satisfied whenever iv been. Thankyou Arvelli for the lovely food, service, and atmosphere. See you's soon. Thankyou very much.

10/10 amazing food and service, highly recommend, one of the best restaurants in darlington, excellent hospitality from staff and food was unreal

Fantastic food , friendly staff , couldn’t ask for better service, The food was fresh and hot, will definitely be back !

Amazing food. Best Indian restaurant I have been to. Amazing staff. A must try.

Absolutely fantastic food. Everything was sooo tasty. A warm welcome from the owner, staff always checking that everything is ok. Service is brilliant. THE best indian food we have ever had. Honestly give this place a try...you will not be disappointed!

The food here is delicious, the best Indian I have had in a long time. The service was faultless and the guys were lovely, we will definitely be back soon.

What a brilliant find after a quick Google Maps search! The staff were very welcoming and good throughout, even had a nice chat with the owner and other members of staff and shared recommendations of where to eat in other cities. The food came out quickly and it was delicious.... Lots of flavour and spice and well presented. We both enjoyed our food and came out stuffed. I definitely recommend this place and I'll definitely be returning next time I'm up these ways 💯

Food was very good, serving excellent 👌lovely people. Very clean.

Had a visit here with my partner Immediately made to feel welcome and had drinks with us within 5 minutes I was struggling for choice on the menu but the guy serving us suggested I try something similar to what I was going to choose. And I'm glad I did. Food was absolutely fantastic. Service was second to none. And a great atmosphere

I can say without doubt that was the finest takeaway meal I have ever eaten.Simply delicious.

We have visited numerous times now and consistently has excellent food. The server has made various recommendations which have all been great and exactly to our liking. There are many Indian restaurants in Darlington and some more aesthetically appealing; however, I’d choose great food over...

This is the third time in 6 weeks and the best Indian curry and service by far.Nothing in the area comes anywhere near the food quality

Fantastic food and service. Can always trust the food and service to be top notch here. Saju and Raju both brilliant lads. Can come on your own or with your family and expect the same level of great customer service here. Highly recommend anyone wanting to try the food here.

Just had a fantastic meal for my son's birthday. Would highly recommend.

Amazing food and staff very friendly .Best Indian I've had for a long time highly recommend

Had a fantastic Indian meal in this new restaurant. Taken care of by lovely staff who recommended we taste other options rather than the standard masalas and tikkas. Glad we did. Loved it. Highly recommended - now my fave in Darlo even tho Darlo has...

1sr class food , everything spotless, staff really friendly. We will take our time and go thru the menu.

Excellent food, definitely recommend!! i advise booking a table in advance, overall great experience and great hospitality from staff!

Outstanding food with a great ambience. Great menu and certainly affordable. The drinks didn’t break the bank either.

Family meal out lovely food and service definitely will be back

This place is definitely worth a try! Went for the first time tonight and I'll definitely be going back food was delicious everything we ordered we could not fault 1 little bit 10/10 staff were very lovely and recommended my son's new favourite dish

🔥🔥🔥💥💥 highly recommend one of the best restaurants in Darlington and surrounding areas 🤌🏾

First time ordering from this restaurant. Ordered by telephone for delivery. Food arrived quickly with a friendly driver. Ordered the lamb staff curry, best curry I’ve had for a long time. Delicious, defiantly will be ordering again. Will book restaurant meal without hesitation now.

The food was very well presented with good portions and great flavours. Everything tasted very fresh and of good quality. The staff were warm and welcoming with the perfect amount of pleasant interaction. The courses were well spaced out with no feeling of being rushed....

Dined in here with friends on Tuesday. Fantastic food and excellent service. Would definitely recommend.

Best indian food in darlington always a joy to go the staff couldn't be more helpful if they tried always friendly and happy

Amazing food and great service. Atmosphere was lovely, highly recommend. Will definitely be returning :)

Food really tasty, we were tipped off by a barman while staying at a local hotel, great customer service which even included complementary items, with free delivery Would defiantly order again! Thank you Raju!

What a fantastic night, a warm welcome and cocktail reception to start. The whole family have enjoyed them selves and especially mum on her very special day. The menu was vast with lots of choice, just wished I could of tried every dish. All of...