Balti Hut in Stratford-on-Avon

Cosy restaurant. You feel comfortable and the staff make you feel very welcome. It’s easy to park with a free car park just around the corner. Food is fresh and hot and the restaurant is very clean. This will be my regular for a curry now :) portion sizes are generous and I think the prices are reasonable aswell.

I lived in Southam for three years, emigrating to the USA in 2007. When I come home, my brother in law takes me to his favourite Indian restaurants around Coventry. On a recent trip I asked if we could go over to Southam to see Icky and Bob. What a fantastic experience is the newly remodeled restaurant. I was stunned that Icky recognised me! The food was as fantastic as I remembered, the hospitality, second to none. I'm coming back home for a visit in two weeks and the Balti Hut is on my list. Hopefully I'll get to see Bob this time too! Thanks Icky!

Lovely restaurant with fantastic staff and food to match! All staff are very friendly which makes any evening. We’ve been coming here since moving to Southam a couple of years ago and would highly recommend!

We moved into Southam recently and like our Indian meals, so we were hoping our local Indian restaurant, The Balti Hut, was going to be nice and important to us, had friendly staff. We were not disappointed and can thoroughly recommend this restaurant and yes, we were very happy to quickly be on first name terms with Bobby, Icky & Inman. We’ll be back again soon!

Me and my partner love coming here! The owners and staff are always welcoming and have smiles on their faces! Being vegan, we always struggle to find curry houses that cater for us, but here they always do, if it’s nothing on their menu, they will always ask us what our favourite veggies and flavours are and make it all fresh from scratch! (Can’t get better than that) on top of that the food is always 10/10 including popadoms, rice and roti! I would 100% recommend coming here and help pay towards the local business! Staff are always polite and caring and sociable and the food is always perfect and cooked to how we like it! If I could give it 6 out of 5 I would! And another bonus is that you can bring your own alcohol or soft drinks in too! The brothers who run it are the nicest guys around and the other staff are friendly which is a main thing for me when dining.

First time ordering from The Balti Hut, and definitely the last. I wish I read all these reviews prior to ordering. My food order was collected, and considering I live minutes away the food was absolutely stone cold. No authentic Indian flavour at all?! (I see many other people have mentioned this!) The Samosas and Onion Bhajis were something you’d get from the frozen isle of Iceland! Dinner was awful, dry meat and so tasteless. Whole family agreed they didn’t like their food. Don’t order from here. Save your money and go elsewhere.

Very disappointed ordered a takeaway, we recieved not even half a bag of chips, ordered a cheese nann which had no cheese at all. Also the tandoori meat was not very nice. We have ate here quite a few times however won't be again.

The food and service was impeccable, i would 100 percent go back again. This is the first time be going ti an asian ressort and i very mutch enjoyed it. The staff where amazing, very polite and hard working. My order didnt take to long to get packed seeming how mutch i ordered 😄😄😄

The chicken tikka in the meal had no tandoori flavour. I may as well of had plain chicken. The massalla sauce was very disappointing, with no authentic spicing. It was like a jar sauce with no texture. Naan bread was very small and flat. No fluffiness to it at all. The take away experience was all very odd, the restaurant was in darkness, no music or ambiance and it was quiet apart from another customer chatting with the owner who was using a lot of loud expletives in conversation (the customer). I was so pleased i didn't have the children with me and to be honest my gut reaction was to walk out and i wish i had. I wont be recommending or going back. Much better to travel into Warwick.

Our first visit for a couple of years. During lockdown last year, the Hut was given a complete make-over. It now looks more like what you would find in a top class hotel or restaurant. Of course, a new look in itself is no good if the quality of the food does not come up to expectations. I visited on a Monday night with some friends. All our meals were exceptionally well cooked and very nicely presented. To me it seemed vastly superior to how I remember from our previous visits. Prices do not seem to have increased significantly and as always, quite large portions. Oh, and you can rest assured that the toilets have also had a re-vamp! (Regulars will know what I mean!) The only downside to this restaurant is that it is totally unsuitable for disabled people. Obviously this is un-avoidable due to its upstairs location.

The staff were really nice and friendly which stopped me from being too harsh in my review, however I feel the restaurant is let down by the quality of the food. The onion bhaji's and samosas were like the cheap supermarket sort you cook from frozen, not the large freshly prepared beauties i was hoping for. The main course was slightly better but nothing like the description. The quantity was great but the chicken, despite being tender, was quite dry like when you slow cook something too long. Also my dish had no actual curry flavour or spice whatsoever. It wasn't unpleasant but tasted more like chicken in black bean sauce rather than a curry. I didn't complain as i found it edible, however probably won't be rushing back :-(

Such welcoming and accommodating staff, really considerate. Food was some of the best we have tasted at great prices too. Highly recommended

Really good food, served promptly without fuss. Fair pricing. Time for a chat after which was nice as you weren’t rushed out straight after eating/ paying bill. Imperative you book on Friday / Saturday nights.. Bring your own booze if that’s your thing.

Despite the recent re-furbishment of the Balti Hut, we are still a bit hesitant to 'eat in' so a take-away was the next best thing! The food was excellent, nicely presented and good portion sizes too. They need to update their website as there is no online menu or ordering facility but fortunately we already had one of their take-away menus.

My family and I came here having not really been able to get together during lockdown. Balti hut, always a lovely place we have enjoyed for many years. Wow…… what a transformation! New decor, new menu, new spices. Same fantastic staff. Food was amazing. My personal favourite will always be the tarka dall. However ,all of our mains were absolutely delicious. Thank you Bob, Ikky and your staff. Balti Hut…… fantastic and thank you

Had a takeaway from here last night. SO happy to have found a good Indian restaurant. I love my Indian food and can't wait to eat my way through the menu.

Great food, excellent service and lovely atmosphere. Our favourite place to come for a curry and the best tikka masala!

Our local... always excellent food and service and been missing their Lamb Naga since lockdown. Nice take away treat last night. First class meal

Supporting the local food in the current corona crisis we ordered a takeaway although we normally eat in I wasn’t sure if it would be as good. Well it was great and very tasty looking forward to another but do like to eat in when...

We have used this restaurant for years but after the latest try will not be going back as this is the second time food tasted not as expected from previous times, service is good nice and friendly but sadly I think their head chef must...

After moving to the area recently, we are on the hunt for a decent curry. Sadly this is not the place. Staff friendly enough, but the place itself is very dated. We picked up our order and bought a couple drinks( 2x coke which were...

Great food and service. Opens at 17.30 but bring your own booze as not licenced. Naan Bread is excellent. Korma v good and House Balti is superb!!

I have been to the Balti Hut many a time over the years, both for takeaways and eat-ins. I’ve never ever had a bad meal, the food is amazing and if you are unsure what to order, the staff are more than happy to explain...

My husband, daughter and myself had a lovely meal and evening at this very friendly restaurant. The food was excellent and the staff and atmosphere of the place was second to none. We have had several meals at this restaurant, all of which, have been...

I’ve been eating at the Balti hut since I was in my mothers womb! 25 years on and I’m now there at least once a month, normally for a take away. My favourite part of the balti hut is if you’re unsure what to order,...

I have to say, I wasn't blown away by Balti hut. I ordered over the phone for my colleagues and I and was told to collect my food half an hour later. The order was being packed up as I arrived and the staff were...

A great BYO restaurant. Staff are always friendly and welcoming, ready to answer any questions or tweak the menu to suit a personal request. Decor could do with a revamp, but food is as good as any Balti in Warwicksire!

The food was really bland we had a chicken tikka Masala and couldn’t taste a think might as well as been red sauce the mushroom fried rice you could see them but taste nothing I’ve had worse food that tasted better in Staffordshire not everything...

I went with friends and the meal was okay. My major complaint was that we waited an hour for our meal even though we had a booked a table for early evening. The excuse was that they were busy with take-away orders!! not good enough...

When we fancy a takeaway curry we always use the balti hut , never had a bad curry in 20 years , always fresh and tasty , and I would definately recommend the chicken tikka creamy and keema naan but all dishes we have tried...

Had a sit down with friends who live in southam. Not sure if it’s the lack of competition but the food was only very average. Very little chicken in my jalfreze not in the least spicy which is disappointing. Tarka Dall was good but that...

I tried this place around 5 years ago and found my meal very tomato’ey hence why I left it so long to try this place again, I have regularly used another Indian in leamington but comes with a hefty delivery charge, will not name as I don’t think it’s fair on Balti Hut.

The Balti Hut in Southam always provides a Warm and Friendly service, the food is excellent and reasonably priced. This establishment is not licensed so take your own alcohol...

I went here in December with friends for a meal. I’ve been to many curry houses but found this one quite disappointing. My meal was quite bland and not that hot either (hot=heat). I’m not sure if it has a license for alcohol so it’s take your own

Lived in southam for 4 years and always love a curry from here.. the chaps who run it are always friendly...

Worst Indian I have had in years.

Visited here on Wednesday evening. Always given a warm welcome. Ordered chicken tikka pathia with Pilar rice and garlic and coriander naan bread. All was absolutely superb

We had a fantastic meal here with family, delicious food and staff very informative and friendly. Perhaps the decor could be improved but don’t let that put you off the best curry I’ve had in a long time.

We are locals and visit on a fairly regular basis but want to make sure anyone who isn’t local knows what a fabulous place this is the enjoy a curry with friendly staff and great food. Ike is always ready and willing to make a dish to suit your taste be it super hot or very mild the choice is yours. Thanks for a great meal last night see you again soon.

Friday night the sun is out time for a walk into our local Balti and say hello to the top team running the show. As per an earlier review my wife had her first ever curry last year and tonight started to experiment and add mushroom with her chicken curry. Loved it as did we all, another great night good food friendly staff and great start to the weekend. See you again soon!

5* food and service. Great atmosphere with very welcoming and friendly staff. Exceptional value for money with very tasty food. Highly recommended!

Picked up a takeaway from balti hut food was lovely unfortunately the container leaked other than that it was perfect enjoyed every bite!

The food is as good as it gets. All the staff are very helpful and the service is good. So 5/5....... but, this place needs a lick of paint.

I have been here number of times and always great food, staff very friendly , often busy so need to book! Bring your own alcohol the staff are great and will uncork for you - friendly atmosphere -great!

Lovely food, friendly and can bring own drinks. Great prices. Love it here. Curries and starters are very tasty and good quality.

Great food, friendly service and will always try and accommodate even with a late request, love these guys.

As regular visitors to the Balti Hut over the last 20 years we have always joked about my wife who has never had a curry and always requested an omelette. Ike has tried to persuade me wife to have a curry and finally tonight she agreed. Ike personally made the curry and my wife enjoyed it very much. Thanks for a great night and food was great as normal. Hopefully this first curry is one of many more to come.

Primera visita al Balti Hut, en Southam y qué una calurosa bienvenida de parte del personal. No nos apuraron a tomar nuestro pedido. Selección de la comida era muy buena y la comida estaba muy sabroso. Consintió nieto de 2 años con una pequeña porción de pollo Korma, que disfrutó.

Martes por la noche, el restaurante tenía sólo unos 4 - 5 mesas.

Tuvimos una comida para llevar y no me impresionó. La comida era insípida, la carne no estaba bien. Restaurante es viejo y desgastado. Recomendaría o visitar de nuevo.

We really love the food and the staff are excellent! The prices are very reasonable and we always have a great time when we visit! Fantastic takeaway that we often share with friends!

6th December in a row at the Balti Hut for our team xmas meal. Same chair at the same table! Good curry and good times. Music a particular highlight on the Christmas theme.

Great food, reasonably priced and very friendly. Coop across the road will sell you the beverage of your choice to take in, thoroughly recommend.

Tasty curry for team night out delicious served 12 very nice curries with rice & naans quickly happy days

Me, my parents and friends always go here for curry's. The staff are really friendly and the meals are yummy and very satisfactory. Never had a problem. I live in Leamington and I would say this beats any curry house there!! Highly recommend!

Another great evening with the number one Balti team. Great food and service as usual from our local boys. Thanks see you again soon

Again we were not disappointed, there were 12 of us and the service and food was impeccable.. They catered for us all even advising which dishes to order if you are not too keen on spices. I have eaten here since the first night it opened and have NEVER had a bad meal.

Once again great service and great food, a local institutions for Southam. If your in the area then a must visit or your life will never be fulfilled.

Thoroughly enjoyed our meal - as always. The menus are great and the staff are EXTREMELY helpful. So popular you have to book Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Not licensed so take your own alcohol which keeps the price down also not ripped off with the soft drink prices!!! Can't recommend The Balti Hut enough

Had a lovely take away,good size portions.good location In town centre.lovely friendly staff.will certainly go there again.

Haven't been able to get back here for ages but I eat here last year almost every week, sometimes twice.Brilliant staff and absolutely outstanding cuisine - and I am a very experienced diner at Indian restaurants all over the world.Try some of the unusual dishes.

Eight of us had a fabulous birthday meal. Taking our own drinks, we ordered a whole variety of dishes following the advice of the management who made every effort to accomodate our various requests. The food came quickly and was absolutely first rate. Several.people commented it was the best Indian meal they'd had for many a moon. The bill for eight was very reasonable and I for one, who's birthday it was, would most definitely come here again.

We go here monthly and it's always great food cooked fresh. The service is friendly and as you take your own alcohol, this keeps the price down. Peak times you are advised to book as it is a small restaurant with only about 10 tables of varying sizes.

Food is always of good quality, and if you spend time to talk to the staff they can suggest options and you can even tailor your order (heat, additional ingredients such as mushrooms ets etc). The restaurant itself could do with a freshening up decoration wise, but if you dont mind a basic BYI, this is the place to go. Takeaways also always of good quality.

Ordered the Balti Hut special. Serving was ample & came with rice and garnish. I was somewhat underwhelmed by the rather bland taste - not unpleasant, just a bit dull. However, the staff were friendly and they got my takeway ready in ten minutes & gave me a discount. Would I order again? Yes, but I'd ask for something a bit tastier.

I ordered the 'chicken tikka masala' and my friend ordered the 'creamy chicken tikka masala', expecting them to be very similar but one to just be creamier. The 'creamy chicken tikka masala' looked as expected but when I opened the 'chicken tikka masala' it looked completely different and, quite frankly, disgusting. I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt, but when I started eating it, it had what seemed to be mince meat in it and the chicken tasted horrible. I had to chuck the whole lot away. My friend said her seemed ok, but tried some chicken and couldn't eat the rest.Do not trust this place is my advice.

Staff were lovely and looked after us explaining the menu and how it worked when we asked questions. We did not worry about no alcohol as we were both driving. Starters were lovely so it seemed promising. Unfortunately the main let us down. Meat was of poor quality very fatty and chewy. My partner asked for his to be madras hot but found it hotter than that. Atmosphere and service was great food let them down.

This is a great place to eat Indian food. It's not licensed so you take your own tipple, and they cook you the dish how you like it, The menu is extensive anyway, but if you likening hot hot hot that's how they will do it. UThe difference is you are looks after by the people that own the business and they are genuinely passionate about what they do. We took children we are always welcomed

Visit regularly and once again a warm welcome and great food just a great night and best way to start a weekend. See you again soon

Never had a bad meal from here. All the staff are knowledgeable regarding their dishes. All the curries are full in flavour and I can't fault the staff on their friendliness. I also like the bring your own drinks policy, as you can take the drink that you fancy, instead of being stung with a large drinks bill. Some places charge nearly £4 a pint.

Just come back from having a lovely meal.Staff fully conversant regarding gluten free food and are only too pleased to advise what you can eat off the menu, they also know about cross contamination.The fusion of flavours in the food were a delight.Have been before and will return.Maurice & Julia Cassidy

Always a delightful visit to Balti Hut! The service is great, led by the engaging 'Bob'. What a hero! Unfortunately I'm not local or this would be a regular haunt for me. The menu is very extensive and the staff are all friendly and very helpful in advising on the menu choices. Great that you can take your own wine and overall a very relaxing atmosphere and delicious food.

I have eaten here quite a few times and the atmosphere is lovely, staff are friendly, the food is served within good time and staff will happily adjust their dishes slightly to suit your preferred taste.Also, the desserts/ice creams they offer are great and taste extremely nice.I WOULD DEFINITELY GO HERE AGAIN AND WOULD RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT/TAKEAWAY TO ANYONE THAT IS LOOKING FOR A GOOD INDIAN CURRY HOUSE AND SPICY FOOD.

Have eaten here several times and always greeted like a long lost friend. Staff are lovely, friendly and attentive and nothing is too much trouble. Food is delicious and will change a dish to suit you as all cooked fresh

Just moved to the area and decided to try a takeaway from here. Very disappointed the rice all stuck together and the curry was very tasteless and not very appetising at all. I won't be going back.

Nice restaurant, really great food, staff very smart and friendly. But - toilets are utterly disgusting (don't go unless you absolutely have to) which lets the place down. Cleaning them occasionally would be a great idea

We visited on a Monday night and the resteraunt was quite. Good food, good service and taking our own wine made the bill very reasonable.

By far the most friendliest balti I have been too and I have lived near brick lane!!!! Bob and Icki, forgive if I spelt wrong, host a great restaurant and takeaway that provide excellent food and value for money. It's nice that you can take your own beer/wine. Nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommended.

Love this place all staff are nice and welcoming! I often order to go so not in there to long but every Christmas eve all the family go for a sit down meal. Would always go here no other indian will beat this!

On our way back from a hospital visit we stopped for food. The staff are so welcoming and helpful. Extensive menu and our food was delicious. Excellent value for money...worth a visit

My son and I visited Balti Hut on Monday evening. This town centre restaurant on the first floor was quiet. The team are really experienced, helpful and friendly. The beer we took with us was put immediately in the fridge. Our meals were tailored exactly to our requirements and were delicious, full of flavour and just the right amount of spices.Quick service and good value. My son knows his curries well and was impressed by both courses.The restaurant is dated in decor, possibly making the whole experience more authentic.

Tasty food ,warm atmosphere and fairly priced.. If you want a beer or wine with your meal this is a bring your own establishment

Curry house is very friendly although not licensed they took care of all that we bought in.They made a curry that was suitable for a youngster that went down very well.Can't knock this restraunt at all.

It's not licenced, so bring your own wine.We had pappadoms with all the trimmings, very pleasant.Mains were:-Chicken Makaan. Very buttery and mild, but suited my daughter admirably,She had mushrooms (stuffed) and pilau rice.All very enjoyable and she ate the lot.Tandoori mix grill (enormous), plain nan and chicken Silsila for my son in law.Also spot on and he ate the lot despite the vast quantity!I like spicy and they advised me to gave king prawn Naga.This is a chilli based dish and it was delightfully hott. My son in law dipped some nan in it and nearly passed out,mouth I loved it.Plain nan and spinach accompanied it,Blinking excellent all round.And the price - £45 - can't fault that.But we did supply our own alcohol,Nevertheless - a great curry for all of us.

Love it! Theres a lovely atmosphere and the waiters are EXTREMELY friendly. Me and my family were absolutely amazed at how the food tasted. This is in the top 3 of my favorite restraunts and this is #1

Been in many times with small and large parties and have got take aways from here as well. Always fantastic food, and excellent staff who are always happy to help and go over and above!

I don't eat here often but post this review as some of the reviews on this restaurant are very unfair : to set the record straight : 1) it has always been bring your own bottle 2) it is extremely friendly , they know many customers names and remember their favourite dishes 3 ) it is always empty mid week , this is Southam not Shaftesbury Avenue . For this review : Went there Fri 27 March, everything was good. Quick service , varied menu and cheap ( £28 for popadums, main meal , side dish and non alco drinks for 2). Don't understand how this is only #6 of 11 in the ratings , I have been every where in the area and this must be in the top three. Would recommend it : you can pub crawl and if you drop your beer off first , you can end up in the Balti Hut and they will have it chilled at your table with glasses : brilliant !! There is a shortage of friendly reliable restaurants , I am surprised that anyone would criticise somewhere as sound as this.

Very pleased with my first visit with friends. Welcoming waiters who took care in taking our order and making a couple of well received recommendations. The food was well cooked and flavoursome. Look forward to returning and trying more from their menu.

Visited last night with family. Always a wonderful welcome. They remember all our names what we like to eat and are always on hand with advice. It is always a good meal in a great atmosphere. Being able to take own drinks keeps the cost down. Highly recommended.

Been here a couple of times now and we really like it. The waiters are very friendly, they even remember my friend from when he used to visit 10 years ago! Saves you money on the alcohol because they don't serve it and they don't begrudge opening and clearing as many bottles as you have! The food is always excellent, probably my favourite Indian restaurant in the area. Only thing that lets it down is that it is a bit dark and 70s in there, but I personally don't go to a restaurant for decorating tips, so I'm not bothered!

Having friends over for a one night en route stopover, we decided it was time to give the local Indian restaurant a try. It was midweek and the restaurant was very quite with our table the only one in. The manager was quite polite but seemed nosey and wanted to know all about us and where we were from etc. We took our on booze as the restaurant isn't licensed any more. The five of us ordered our food Inc starters which arrived quickly. Presentation was okay and food was okay if a little uninspiring. Main courses again arrived efficiently and again were okay but all looked identical and were bright red. It tasted okay but we commented that one big batch must have been cooked and varied slightly for each dish. Price was okay if a little expensive for our experience. On the whole the Baptist Hut was...(and I've used this word a lot in this review) okay. But that's about it. The place and it's menu is dated and lacks modern inspiration. There are much better Indian restaurants locally and better value. It my be okay for the locals to stumble into on a Saturday night after closing wanting a no frills "Only Fools and Horses" curry house, but for anyone with a more experienced Indian palate look elsewhere. We were watched intently by all the staff while we ate too which made us uncomfortable to say the least! As this is the only Indian restaurant in town your screwed for choice. Would we go back? I doubt it... They need to up their game. Being the only Indian in town has made them complacent and lazy. People will travel for better. I know we will.

I've just moved to the area so I'm still sussing out what's good and what's not, this is definitely good! My friends and I are massive curry fans and have had some of the best but we all said we would definitely return to the Balti Hut, highly recommended.

Hadn't been to the Balti Hut for a couple of years and I'm sorry to say I won't be going again.Lovely friendly staff as always but that was the only positive.The popadoms tasted of very old used fat. The lamb dishes were like very dried out roast lamb with an awful sauce poured over them the chicken korma wasn't too bad but completely flavourless. The worst Indian meal I've ever had!To top it all off it was also one of the most expensive!

Don't be put off by the decor, the friendly staff and the good food make up for it.Typical English Indian food well cooked at good prices. Don't forget bring your own bottles!

Looking at reviews of this place, the good people at the Balti Hut have been doing this for quite some time. I swithered over making a review as I want to say positive things but have to say I was a bit disappointed. Its ok to the extent that I think it is the only Indian in southam so you can exercise your curry buds that way BUT dont think the standard would stand up in town. Outside is disconcerting but inside is dark but welcoming. My problem was with the food and the somewhat awkward service. Crunchy rice - reckon it was kept from previous day or simply not cooked properly. In an indian!?Service was awkward as it seems there is a hierarchy in the waiters and only a certain level can welcome you whilst the other takes your order. Anything else to add would just be picky but overall, worth a look if you want an Indian in a small village.

We've been going to the balti hut for the better part of 17 years - the staff have known our children from toddlers to undergraduates and ask after them on first name terms whenever we visit. Food is standard UK version of Indian subcontinent fare but with a smile they happily tweak the recipies to suit the client - me, I like mine hot and spicy and they certainly dont spare the chillies. There is no licence so if you want a beer or wine bring your own, they are more than happy to provide a corkage service free of charge but there's plenty of soft drinks behind the bar too. A good takeaway service is also offered and its necessary to book the restaurant weekends such is its popularity. No wheelchair access with entrance ( and toilets) up very steep stairs but this is the only negative I can think of.

Was apprehensive,on need.wonderful food and friendly staff. Don't worry about the outside appearance, it's well worth it.bring your own drink.

Treated my daughter as I hadn't seen her for a few days. Relaxing and helpful staff. Enjoyed ourselves.

A rare family get together - party of 8. Had to wait quite a long time for the food (but plently of popadoms and dips to keep us going). Food was great. One of our party who eats Indian food at least once a week said it was one of the best curries he had tasted. Took our own alcohol and was expecting to have to take the 'empties away' but the staff cleared everything for us. A great evening and great value for money.

restaurant on the first floor, no drinks licence, no tablecloths,just a knife and fork set aside a worn table mat on a tiled table.no spoons. popodoms that tasted of old cooking oil served on a plastic basket , chutneys were water thin.my wife asked for a candle to brighten the place up, it came stuck down on a saucer ! paper serviettes...the list just goes on.the food wasn't very nice, chicken and lamb were tough, rice was dry and flinty.... O k for twenty years ago. I don't know, but I think it must be the only Indian in Southam !! would I go again....no.