Ayla @ Grey Street in Newcastle upon Tyne

Well worth a visit. We just dropped in, on Easter Monday. Nothing too much trouble. Food was wonderful, portion size ideal. Not many indian meals, that I have consumed in 1 sitting, without feeling like a burst couch

My wife and I had dinner on Friday evening. There were not many other dinners and all were at the front visible to passers by. The food was acceptable but not inspiring- curries were bland. Service was efficient but with so few dinners that is what you would expect. The waiters need to cheer up a bit.

Service is quick. Food quality is good but the taste does not align with truly Indian dishes.

We first visited this restaurant on our last trip to Newcastle. As it was such lovely food on our visit 12 months ago, we decided to eat there again on our first night in the city. We shared a chicken dish and a lamb dish and they were both as delicious as we’d remembered. Quite often curries can be oily but both dishes were just so flavoursome. Pilau rice, Keema naan and garlic naan were our accompaniments. Both naans were very light and not heavy or stodgy. Despite us having a huge number of restaurants to choose from for our third night, we went back to Ayla and again chose two different lamb and chicken dishes all washed down with reasonably priced merlot and draught Kingfisher. I definitely recommend trying Ayla and we’ll definitely be visiting again on our next trip to Newcastle.

Tasty food and helpful staff. Thanks!

Decent, went on restraunt week, curry was mediocre, if prices were full price i don't think I'd go again, but it was a good experience and I'm glad we went to try it!

Popped in early evening and took advantage of the Pre theatre menu. It was nice and warm inside, and there was a good choice of a variety of dishes to suit most pallets and even vegans 😀 Staff were great.. service great... I loved my meal and am looking forward to going back.

An amazing restraint with a beautiful setting, great staff and the food is absolutely gorgeous! We have been here several times and is always great

I'm not a massive fan of Indian food but this time was for girlfriend who is a big fan of Indian cuisine. The waiting staff were incredibly friendly and knew the menu very well. I overheard them mentioning where the Mussels were sourced/variety (this wasn't for me), they were incredibly engaging with other customers as well as ourselves. The food we great and tasted wonderful. I ordered things I've never had before, a Malabar curry and paneer chat tikka. Both were delicious and I would have them again! We had a peshwari naan which was one of the nicest I have had. My only criticism is the portion size, but I am a big eater so the majority of people it wont be an issue.

I'm not a massive fan of Indian food but this time was for girlfriend who is a big fan of Indian cuisine. The waiting staff were incredibly friendly and knew the menu very well. I overheard them mentioning where the Mussels were sourced/variety (this wasn't for me), they were incredibly engaging with other customers as well as ourselves. The food we great and tasted wonderful. I ordered things I've never had before, a Malabar curry and paneer chat tikka. Both were delicious and I would have them again! We had a peshwari naan which was one of the nicest I have had. My only criticism is the portion size, but I am a big eater so the majority of people it wont be an issue.

Really enjoyed the Indian food served at Ayla. Went here based on reviews by others and was not disappointed. Ordered the Mangalorean Ghoost with a side of Palak Paneer and a Peshari Nan. All was very delicious, with the Lamb spicy but not overpowering.

Disappointed. Madras was just hot, no flavour. Chicken tikka starter nice but portion sizes are tiny. Expected a lot better for location and reputation of restaurant.

Average food, a nice environment but a really cold restaurant but the staff and the service were superb so a very mixed bag.

We have been regular customers to Ayla for a year and a half now, there’s a reason we keep coming back. Outstanding customer service from every member of staff, always greeted and served with a smile, very attentive and always willing to help. The food is always 10/10, so delicious! My family had never tried this type of cuisine before and they were pleasantly surprised. The taste is absolutely amazing and the presentation of the food is always top notch. We will continue to return to Ayla, it’s our favourite.

It's a nice place it's quit small but it is cozy even thou the seat next to the window was a little cold it is nice place enjoyed the meal the serve alcohol it's a fairly priced

Booked online for a table for 3 on a winter evening in late December. Warm welcome by the staff and shown to our table. Very attentive staff and drinks were ordered. Their Bombay bicycle IPA is a nice drop, as is their Peacock Indian Cider (mango and lime flavour) . We ordered starters of the smashed samosa and the paneer...both were excellent (and thanks to the waiter for advising on the best dishes to try). For main I had the prawn biryani...which was so hearty that I couldn't finish it. The jackfruit dish was reported on as incredibly tasty too while the Murgh dish was also very good!. Finished off with a cup of Masala tea and 3 very happy eaters. Bill with drinks came in at just under £100 so great value too.

Visited as a group of 5 and everyone had a great experience and loved the food. The owner was clearly very proud and passionate about the food and took time to talk to us about the dishes. We had the pre-theatre specials and the starters and mains were very generous for the pricing. Ghoost shimla mirch was properly spicy compared to other indian places I’ve been to in the UK, word of warning to the unaware, but still really delicious. Waiter verbally confirmed halal

The food was exquisite and the service was unimaginable. Harsh, who served us, was really nice and helpful.

The food was tasty but small portions to what we have been use to in a Indian restaurant. The pickle tray was very small for 3 people and the 3 little poppadoms were like crisps. The main concern was, it was not welcoming at all. The restaurant was freezing. We were put near the window and then changed tables as was so cold. It didn't make any difference as it was still so cold. Our booking was 8.30 so I would have expected it to be warm by then if they only put heating on when opens. The waiter kept going to the front door where the heater blew hot air out when it sensed someone was there but it didn't make any difference. Wouldn't recommend as couldn't get out quick enough to go and get warm.

We booked this restaurant after reading the good reviews but were disappointed with the experience . Firstly the waiter tried to seat us at a table which in our opinion was unacceptable, but then moved us to one that we chose at that time the restaurant was empty , my husband ordered a starter and when it came it looked like a cheeseburger and he said it tasted like a MacDonalds although it was lamb , I ordered what I thought would be a sizzling chicken tikka but turned out to be tasteless and not at all tasty , so all in all a bad experience that cost us £63

Been here before and like before the meal was fresh and superb ... thoroughly recommend this place. Had the shashlik and dopiaza .... Couldn't fault either very friendly staff......ten out of ten ....

Fantastic place to eat in Newcastle. I had the mixed grill with a side of tarka dhal, it was delicious. The restaurant is so central, very easy to walk to, with lots of bars around. I would say give it a try.

Excellent food, great service. Would thoroughly recommend.

Well this was an unexpectedly lovely surprise. My son and I had struggled to find somewhere open and decent and came upon this place, Staff and owners are really really nice. They make all food in-house - nothing manufactured. Their intention is that the food is made in the same way and as good as they would make at home. I will come again (and I live in London).

Such a lovely meal for 2 in a cosy restaurant with excellent attentive service Thank you all at Ayla @Grey Street Would definitely return when next in Newcastle

The service , food and staff were all excellent, can't recommend highly enough, fresh cooked food. great flavours, the owner took time to speak to us and is a proper gentlemen , first class experience.

Looking at the reviews I was looking forward to dining here, unfortunately I was disappointed. I ordered poppadoms and a pickle tray as normal. The restaurant only serve a basket of small poppadoms. Not really what I like, as I filed them more like crisps than poppadoms. Don't get me wrong. They were nice and light and tasty, but not for me. As my main dish, I ordered a Dhal, well that's what it said on the menu. I have never had a Dhal that you cannot eat with a fork. The dish was that thin and watery the Dhal ran through the fork. I had to eat it with a spoon. All the other Dhal that I have eaten and made have been thick and you can actually see the lentils, not this one. Don't get me wrong, it was tasty, but not a pleasant experience. Would I return 🤔 not sure. If you find my review helpful please follow me as I have plenty more and review on a regular basis.

Feel like Indian restaurant food.

A modern quite small restaurant at the bottom of one of the best streets in the UK. Welcome was fine as were staff throughout. A menu that breaks away from pure traditional dishes. Mains served in large porcelain bowls so you had to add rice into the dish. I’d have preferred a plate. Food was good, though naans a little small.

Outstanding from start to finish! The manager and service from the team is fantastic. As for the food, how rare to find a restaurant where every dish is made from scrath. No artificial ingredients to be seen. No pre-prepared sauces. All cooked fresh and made to your exact preference. Starters and mains were absolutely delicious. We will be back and will be bringing friends. Ths is one to get behind and ensure it flourishes.

Great place. All of the dishes have their own unique taste and flavor. Just had a quick chat with the proprietor and he has a wonderful perspective on how to run this place.

This was my third visit to Ayla, there were 4 family members and we all enjoyed our meal. Heading there again on Saturday. They do a good deal for pre theatre too from 5pm to 7 pm. Welcoming staff and lovely surroundings just 1 min walk from the Theatre Royal on Grey Street.

Great little restaurant. Food well above average and I have eaten at many Indian restaurants in Newcastle. Friendly owner and staff who accommodated all our needs. Well priced wine list, so good we had two bottles! Spotlessly clean and a winner with us.

I found the food and service in this restaurant profoundly disappointing. The decor far outperformed the food. The Tawa Kebab that I ordered as my starter was half the size of others brought to the table and looked like a burger topped with a slice of melted cheese. The side-salad looked well past its use-by date. My main course of Murgh Morich Dhonia was mediocre at best. It lacked flavour and finesse. The peshwari nan was small but arguably the best part of the meal. Staff just didn't seem to care about my views. I can't envisage returning. (As a post-script to my review, after visiting, I learned that Ayla received a food hygiene rating of two, from a possible five, during an inspection on 21 June 2023. Had I known that at the time, I would not have dined at the restaurant.)

Excellent restaurant with lovely, accommodating staff and tasty food Menu was adjusted to individual taste allowing choice. Very highly recommended

Had a lovely meal tonight. Food was fresh, authentic and delicious. Better than anything we've had in Edinburgh. Service and setting were spot on too. Thank you

Lovely food, good service. Lamb chops were way better than Tayyabs. Go here.

My partner and I visited Ayla during restaurant week. We had the 3 course special menu for £20. We weren’t given the normal menu so I can’t comment on the choice but what we had was very tasty. The portions were quite small but this...

We went here for the £20 Restaurant week offer, which was very good value. Included Poppadoms (with dip), starter, main and side. Quality was very good and the food was very tasty. Cant comment on the normal menu but i'll definitely be going back to...

Visited here during restaurant week. The restaurant was packed but the service was very efficient. Staff were very friendly and the food was fantastic. Will definitely return.

Great food at a good price for a city centre location. Staff are very welcoming and friendly and the lamb chops are amazing.

Absolutely amazing, I'm from Bradford where we have amazing indian restaurants, and only Birmingham can compete with Bradford. Well Ayla you certainly have done a fantastic job, you belong alongside the best

Went to this restaurant with my partner expecting some great dining experience. Food is mediocre at best. We ordered lamb seekh kebab and it is alright but we expect it to have more flavour as Indian food is famous for its spices and kicks. Then we ordered another lamb dish and a chicken dish as our main course. The portion is appalling. In both of our dishes, we only received 5-6 pieces of lamb/chicken each and a bunch of veggies to cover them up. For that price, I was expecting more in terms of portion. They both are very tasteless and dry, using the sauce to cover up the flaws although even the sauce couldn't cover it up because they are tasteless too. I even doubted if the chicken is frozen. Even the ice cream for dessert that I ordered at the end of our 3 course meal was very bad. The taste is a bit off. After the meal, my stomach is upset and I am sure it is because of that meal in the restaurant since I didn't eat anything before that for the whole day. The only plus side is the server is friendly and plates are served hot and that's about it. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone at all.

Another fab meal at this restaurant . My daughter & I went last night 1/6. We chose off the pre theatre menu & it was delicious . Fab staff - very attentive & helpful. Thanks

Excellent place best indian food in many years

Cosy restaurant serving amazing tasty food. Scrumptious menu and excellent service. Highly recommend.

Amazing, freshly prepared authentic indian food. We loved it! Lovely owner too.

Was introduced to this lovely restaurant by my boss, been a few times now and usually served by the lovely Shahan. Took my husband yesterday who was equally impressed; great service, lovely decor and Grey Street location, fab food in a friendly atmosphere 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Me and my partner come here often to enjoy the flavoursome meals. The restaurant has affordable, amazing deals on and the taste of the meals is unmatched. The staff are very polite and attentive and provide accommodating service.

Wonderful meal, very reasonably priced, staff very attentive.

Met up with a friend and then returned to the restaurant a couple of weeks later with ex-work colleagues. On both occasions we had a lovely meal and the service was first class. They also have a pre-theatre menu which is good value. Recommended.

Not a huge place with toilets down in the basement. Really enjoyable meal here for our friend's 60th. Quick service by pleasant staff. I had a lovely lamb bindi curry.....and also a bit of Nigel's spicy lamb bhuna as I mistakenly said 'yes that's mine' to the wrong dish 😂 We all cleared our plates and emptied our glasses - we had a delicious bottle of Merlot and there were a lot of pints of Kingfisher drank by the lads. Only surprise was the poppadoms. We asked for 2 each with pickles but they only come in a basket of 6 and aren't big and round but smaller triangle shapes🤨

This was our 2nd meal here. It is as lovely as the first visit with great food, super friendly staff and a wonderful ambience. We will be back soon!! Ian & Jane :)

Restaurant and atmosphere were fine but the food was a bit bland. Not enough spice for my liking.

What a wonderful place! The food was perfect and everyone enjoyed their meals! So flavoursome and wonderfully cooked. The food was authentic and the flavours were on point! The owner of the restaurant was lovely and really attentive. Definitely five stars!!

Was surprised how this passes as Indian food. Food quantity and quality was not worth the price. Decent vibe though.

We visited Newcastle for a weekend to watch a concert at the arena and wanted to have a curry for grownups with a hint of sophistication and Ayla delivered in spades! The restaurant itself is tastefully decorated and a very relaxed environment. You are greeted...

Me and My Wife Found This Amazing Family Run Restaurant on Sunday 26th March Whilst Walking Around Newcastle on a Weekend Trip Away .What a Lovely Place This is ,Very Nicely decorated and Modern Surroundings , Spotlessly Clean. Staff Are Very Friendly and Offer Great...

Visited on a Friday night, the restaurant is lovely inside with a relaxed atmosphere. The food was absolutely amazing, we had lamp chops and the platter for starter, both were beautifully presented and were a perfect size. For mains we took the recommendations from the...

We came on a busy Saturday night without a booking and the staff generously found space for us. The food was excellent, really delicious. You could tell it was made with very fresh ingredients. The staff were so attentive and really friendly. We will definitely be back! Thank you for a lovely meal.

Very lucky to have chosen this restaurant. Good atmosphere with friendly and helpful service. Food was exceptional, we thoroughly enjoyed what we ordered. Goan Fish Curry and Lamb Biriayni our main courses did not disappoint. First visit to Newcastle but planning another and will definitely...

We came on a Friday night at just the right time for the restaurant to be busy but not overwhelming. The service was absolutely 10/10, the staff gave advice and suggestions on the menu and how much/what food to order. My boyfriend has a peanut allergy and we were reassured straight away that it’s a nut free venue which took the worry out immediately. Everything we tasted was incredible and fresh. I would absolutely recommend Ayla.

Excellent all round, 3 x starters and mains, all superb… fantastic service throughout from Sohail. We’ll definitely be back and would recommend highly 😃👏👏👏

I was in Newcastle for work and fancied an Indian meal, which so I checked the reviews. Ayla @ Grey St had good reviews so I thought I would give it a try. I was not disappointed. The service as soon as I walked through the door was exceptional. Very attentive but kept their distance until you needed them. I had chicken Malabar which was exquisite. Would thoroughly recommend it

Absolutely fantastic food and Sam treated us like Royalty and can’t wait to go back next time we visit Newcastle

Just visited ayla in Newcastle must go best Indian restaurant.Excellent food brilliantly service great people must visit

This was our second visit. The service and food is excellent and the price is value for the quality you get. The food is all fresh and when ordering they do not give any poor advice. You get what you asked for and they make...

Ive visited Ayla a few times now and i have to say the food and service get better each time. Front of house: Sam and the team are welcoming and friendly and remembered my name. They bring you into a relaxing, friendly stylish restaurant and...

Three of us visited here for the first time. The staff were pleasant and polite. When ordering we asked if we should order one popadum tray or two. The helpful waiter said start with one and order another if necessary. I can think of many...

Excellent service from Ayla. I called up to ask about paying for popadoms and chutneys on top of my UberEats order as they weren’t available on there and they kindly added them to my order free of charge. The food arrived very quickly and tasted...

My husband and I had the most amazing Indian food at Aylas. All home cooked and so delicious. The owner was very welcoming and the food and service was outstanding. We will definitely go back and would highly recommend this indian resturant to anyone looking for beautiful food.

Absolutely outstanding, food and service amazing, been here on numerous occasions and never lets us down! I would 100% recommend

Introduced by a friend, so a meal for three in Resturant Week. A well put together menu for that with choice made difficult as a few of the dishes appealed. Oh well, being Welsh the lamb dishes won the day forthe starter and for the...

Wow, what a little jem this place is. The food is so good my mouth is just watering thinking about it. This is not our first time here, and it will definitely not be the last. The food is so delicious, full of flavour the...

Waiter forgot to put through our order. Waited 2 hours for a bang average starter & curry. Will not be returning

One of the best Indians I have been to. The lamb curry was incredible. Service was amazing. Highly recommended

Five of us went here on Saturday 7/1/23. What a gem of a place. Two hours of chatter & good food. Will know better for next time on starters - didn’t really have a huge starter - 2 platters - so know to order something...

brilliant restaurant - the staff are friendly and attentive and service is spot on. the food is authentic and it is delicious every time! always a reliable restaurant for a great family meal with fantastic service.

The service was lovely The meal was very nicely prepared Not too heavy Lovely environment for New years Eve Very homely.

Great food, friendly staff and unique meal options

Lovely meal, atmosphere, and staff, at reasonable prices. Will absolutely be returning. Can't compliment the place enough. Returned to edit my review and add that there was a good selection of vegetarian options too 😁 10/10

Standard of the food was excellent. Great selection on the pre-theatre menu and brilliant value for money. Hospitality and service from the staff was also of the highest standards.

Our first visit on Saturday before seeing a show in town, greeted by very nice staff and shown to our table inside a lovely restaurant , we made our order for drinks and food service was very good and the food was excellent probably the nicest Indian restaurant I have eaten in. Food was beautifully presented and very reasonably priced, I would recommend this venue to anyone.

This is the first time I've put a bad review on any Indian restaurant meal. Firstly we were seated in a pokey corner squashed next to another dining couple. I asked to move as we weren't comfortable and we were moved near the window a...

Second time I have been here and the food is tremendous … full of flavour with natural ingredients . Just a perfect curry in a perfect location. Staff friendly and restaurant very clean .

Tip Top customer service. The 'boss' of the restaurant is little Ayla, in which we took a picture with. This is a family-run restaurant with very much authenticity in their cuisine. The family is very friendly, and the Indian cuisine here is delicious. The ambience...

Tip Top customer service. The 'boss' of the restaurant is little Ayla, in which we took a picture with. This is a family-run restaurant with very much authenticity in their cuisine. The family is very friendly, and the Indian cuisine here is delicious. The ambience and the interior decor is spot-on.

Really friendly staff and delicious food, not your usual curry. Pre-Theatre food outstanding, will definitely return

Had a deal/card for restaurant discount I have used numerous times! specifications don’t state to post amazing pictures in order to get a deal and we were asked 3 times to show them the pics to get the deal! I don’t mind once but to be badgered was not fair!!! Then “ show me” Food however was beautiful

This place is unreal, food is amazing and the staff are so lovely, super accommodating. Can not fault this beautiful restaurant

Great restaurant, good quality food and great staff. We’ll be back👌

We opted for the early menu which although wasn't extensive it catered for us just nicely.None of us had heard of any of the mains on offer but the very pleasant young lad serving us was more than happy to explain them.I opted for what...

Another excellent meal at Ayla’s Newcastle - the food is so good and full of flavour. Thanks to Sam and his staff - see you again soon, George and Elizabeth

Fantastic early evening meal. Staff were lovely, friendly and attentive. Food was gorgeous, full of flavour, interesting dishes, great variety.

Fantastic food, excellent customer service. I loved how the owner, Sam, came over and spoke making us very welcome

Thank you Sam. For having a table ready early. Your staff were fantastic. Food was so fresh and delicious. We had driven 4 hours and it really hit the spot. Highly recommended. Best Indian in Newcastle. Family run and well priced.

We have visited this restaurant on several occasions originally as the Tandori nights & now as Ayla , which has never failed to deliver great service & delicious food . Ayla has undergone a complete renovation. Which is very nice , creating a more modern...

Delicious food and friendly service

The food was perfect as was the company! Did me a delicious curry brilliant service! Can’t wait to go back!!

Outstanding, great food. I'm not saying what we had, but let's just say the Tarka Daal is amazing here. The breads are fresh and high quality. We didn't have rice this time. The gravy dishes are so full of depth.. took me back to travelling...