Based on 461 opinions finded in 2 websites
Based on 461 opinions finded in 2 websites
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Great food good menu selection very friendly
Elizabeth Gledhill . 2024-10-26
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Ate there twice in a week and have eaten there a few times. The staff remembered I was returning for my birthday and gifted me a cake. The food as always was flavoursome and good quality with an extensive menu & lots of choice. Will be back soon
Louise Crowther . 2024-10-22
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Best Asian cuisine in Huddersfield. Supported by an excellent team of staff. 10/10
Marylin Wright . 2024-10-19
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Went last Saturday for the first time it was the best Indian restaurant I’ve been too the food was fantastic the staff our so friendly and great service can’t wait to go again
Marie Whitaker . 2024-08-24
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Outstanding meal tonight……. Can not fault the service,staff…. Food was exceptional. Hot plates Hot food, meat tender …..didn’t even have to use a knife to cut it Have to say it’s the best curry we’ve been to in a long time……and we’ve has plenty…. Well done keep up the great work.
April Morelli . 2024-08-11
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Went on sat with my partner, I can honestly say it’s the best curry I have ever had. We also had the sizzler amazing food staff very polite and friendly. Definitely recommend.
Darren furness . 2024-08-08
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This place is a class restaurant. Staff, food the whole package. Cannot praise highly enough. Best Indian around...
Martin Whyte . 2024-08-02
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Mediocre in all respects. A cheap menu but nevertheless, poor value. I didn't find the experience particularly good and it was certainly no culinary treat. The small and scrappy starter portions were indicative of owner greed. The meat in the main course was not high quality or particularly tasty. Won't be visiting again.
melvin gray . 2024-07-21
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Went this evening as a treat for my grandchildren food fantastic 😋 staff couldn't do enough to make the experience anymore pleasant definitely will return 😊
Tracie Crosse . 2024-07-14
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Visited again last night to celebrate my birthday. As always the staff were all extremely welcoming and attentive, nothing is too much trouble for these guys. The building itself is really quaint and the decor is spot on. An extensive menu which the staff are happy to guide you through. Every dish we had was fantastic, and portion sizes are just right. They even provided a surprise complementary cake for my birthday!! Can't wait for our next visit.
Richard . 2024-07-11
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Friendly staff that were chatty, engaging and really added a personal element to our meal
Joe Lord . 2024-07-03
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We tried Bengal Aroma for the first time tonight. The staff and owner couldn't do enough for us, the atmosphere was brilliant with all ages (including kids) made welcome. Food absolutely beautiful, price very reasonable, the place was spotlessly clean and the staff extremely friendly. We will be calling back very soon.
Lee . 2024-06-29
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Wonderful food, great staff and lovely atmosphere. Take your own alcoholic drinks as unlicensed.
Daphne Coulter . 2024-06-28
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The atmosphere of Bengal aroma is very relaxing and I enjoy thinking about the significance of the mirrors there on the walls. But most of all, the food is a cut above some other restaurants that I have been to. The portions are medium-plentiful and I personally don't think that the dishes are too greasy, each is unique and well prepared. I often choose a new dish each time I go to a place, and although I can happily say that I've ticked off another meal, regardless the meal was very special in its own right. Thank you for your great service and friendly atmosphere.
John Carpenter . 2024-06-11
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The service in the place is very good the staff are very polite and nice what day will have to be considering the small portions they bring out I am really not a big eater portions of the main courses are truly a kid's meal the place is ok if you want to waste your money on hi prices when you buy a main meal you get a child's size meal and the place is freezing and not cosy in the winter this place is ok if you have plenty of money to waste and you do not have very good taste buds perfect for the people who want to lose weight and waste money I am a person that goes to a lot of restaurants all over the country I do not care what I spend really on how much the food is if you enjoy it but when you get a child's meal if the owner is reading this I think you should top up your portions and stop being greedy to your customers if anyone is reading this and may think that I am being not very nice well go in and experience buy a child's meal for the price of a adult to all that read these review if you think I am being nasty go in and see for yourself
Jack Baker . 2024-05-18
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The best! Always great friendly service and great food.
jane mccann . 2024-05-11
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Second visit last night. Same quality & quantity of food. No faults from us. Attentive staff, nothing too much trouble Will definately revisit. Thankyou.
Isobel Barker . 2024-05-05
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Nice food at reasonable prices. We went for takeout - the chicken balti was particularly nice. They give the option to choose spice level which is good, and were pretty quick with our order - impressive considering we ordered for 11 people.
Mark Thompson . 2024-04-25
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We visited Bengal Aroma last Saturday for my partners birthday along with his daughter. We have been before but not for some time. They did not disappoint. The service and food was excellent. His daughter was a little dubious about going but really enjoyed it. As it was a birthday celebration, the staff came out with a cake with a sparkly candle and we all sang to him which he truly enjoyed. We live locally so it was nice to have an enjoyable evening not too far from home. Thank you team
Lynetta15 . 2024-04-24
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Absolutely delicious food, really friendly staff and great value for money. I highly recommend the paneer pakora to start, super tasty!
Debbie Edwards . 2024-03-24
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Once again visited Bengal Aroma. Food again was exceptional and service to match. My brother visiting from London says the Keema Mottor was excellent as was my chicken jalfrezi. So taken two people from London and Dumfries and both said how lovely the food was...
David Mcsweeney . 2024-03-21
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A lovely place in the middle of almondbury. We went for our anniversary celebration. Staff welcoming and friendly. We'll decorated but low beams, as it is like a barn conversion.
Adas Kleczkowski . 2024-03-03
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Visited Bengal Aroma with my son who was visiting me from Scotland. From setting foot on the restaurant until we left we had a terrific experience. The food was exceptional and the service was as good as you could get anywhere. Akmal was knowledgeable about the dishes that were on offer,and friendly and polite. Certainly be visiting again
Tim3578 . 2024-02-22
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Bengal is the best, we live close an go regularly, it's a very friendly atmosphere and always make us feel welcomed
Mick Mccann . 2024-02-09
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Great curry you won't be disappointed chicken liver starter is the best....
James Stirling . 2024-01-28
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As a big Indian food lover, I don't agree with the high rating. Portions are very small, prices are high and this place is cold when it's cold. The food is good, but not brilliant. Strange layout as well and no sense of privacy. The waiter's are polite, but it seems a bit phony to sit with the high costs. Even as a byo it's still more expensive than most.
Lib Oty . 2024-01-27
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Food was exceptional once again thanks we had a table of 5 ....3 adults 2 children food came fast and piping hot 🔥 .. also take you OWN ALCOHOL... whitch helps just no soft drinks as they provide them ... thanks
Jason Oldfield . 2024-01-27
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Came recommended with some good on line reviews. They catered for a group of 17...we had a beautiful evening, menu was varied and interesting, food arrived at the same time and was delicious, lovely calm and friendly atmosphere, certainly would go again.
Nigel . 2024-01-22
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Food and service are great. Prices a little higher than else Where, but worth it. Not licensed so take your own alcohol. No corkage
Giles Davies . 2024-01-22
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Always a fabulous meal here, the food is delicious, the atmosphere is lovely & every member of staff we met were helpful and friendly. There had been a slight mix up with our booking but we were accommodated and problem resolved. Also many thanks for the gesture of a cake for my mother, it made her day that everyone sang to her.
Smithdgoi . 2023-12-27
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Good extensive menu and some unusual choices (the chicken liver is amazing). Food a little more expensive than average but it's a bring your own so you save on alcohol prices. Food portions are large, and quality very good indeed. Food seems slightly on the mild side - ask for it spicy or choose a hot dish, and a good choice for parties where some folk are curry novices. Very good veggie choice and some fish choices too. Venue is an old barn so a good amount of flash appeal.... Nice looking place. Staff incredibly friendly and helpful. Very nice folk.
tigger ligger . 2023-12-27
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My family and I go regularly because it's so good, but the Xmas lunch was on another level brilliant, always a pleasure to go and always a warm welcome from the minute you walk in, all the staff are amazing and can't do enough to make it a great visit, will be back soon...
Mick M . 2023-12-26
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Fabulous restaurant and so accommodating 🤩
Joanne Storrs . 2023-12-24
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Lovely welcoming staff. Gorgeous food 😋
Julie Todd . 2023-12-23
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Food was delicious and plenty of it. Staff were great and helpful. Atmosphere great as place was more or less full
Kelli Rockett . 2023-12-13
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Staff are so welcoming l, highly recommended.
paul snape . 2023-12-13
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First visit yesterday. First impressions count, the staff were very smart and welcoming. The restaurant was bigger than we imagined, but homely. The food was excellent but very reasonably priced. Fabulous place. Loved it. Jon & Isobel
JonB2281 . 2023-12-10
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Real gem of a restaurant in Huddersfield. Has established itself with great food, great service and a good atmosphere. Well worth a visit, plenty of speciality curries to try if you fancy something different!
PhillMobile . 2023-12-05
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Excellent quality food and good service. Friendly. Thank you!
Ruth . 2023-12-02
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After trying a few options in the local area Bengal Aroma has become our go-to takeaway. Onion Bahjis are absolutely banging and we love the Chicken Adoroki too. Always ready right on time and friendly service.
jbpp124 . 2023-11-25
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The first time here has been recommended. So we gave it a go. Looked at the place before setting off as it would be dark before we arrived. I'm glad we did as the rear parking can be easily missed. The restaurant layout was great. We loved the decoration and seating. We ordered two starters and two mains, plus rice, chips, and a garlic nan.
Darren North . 2023-11-19
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Excellent as usual, staff always very attentive and food second to none. Our favourite "go to" restaurant. Can't wait to spend our Christmas day lunch with you.
beverleyg916 . 2023-11-16
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Absolutely superb,food,staff and pricing. Although we had to take our own alcohol it was brilliant. We were short our table by staff who were very attentive all night. All necessary sized glasses were available on a separate table. Fabulous menu. I had a sizzler starter and then a chicken jalfrezi.. Our party of 12 all had something different.. Everyone commented how good the food and service was. All in all a fantastic night and will be returning
Tim3578 . 2023-11-10
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Great restaurant and takeaway, a real favorite for our family and the only Indian restaurant in the area we would visit. The food is amazing and the staff are great too. The restaurant is in a lovely old building where we love to take guests when we have visitors; indeed some of them insist on eating there whenever they visit us! There is a discount for collection so living locally if we don't have guests we normally collect a takeaway which is always ready at the time agreed.
Chris . 2023-10-24
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Visited yesterday with my mum and the food is amazing and the staff are lovely 🙂 thank you for a lovely evening
Laurs Walker . 2023-10-21
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A lovely relaxed evening with excellent food and service. Can totally recommend :)
Lisa Robinson . 2023-10-12
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Excellent service, the staff were really friendly and welcoming and the food was amazing! Would highly recommend!
Sam Oldroyd . 2023-10-09
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The best curry place in the area
James Hunter . 2023-09-25
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Had a takeaway from here and the service was super fast, the gentlemen were jovial and polite and the food was delicious. Highly recommended.
Camilla Combrinck . 2023-09-01
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Really nice hot curry and great service
Gaz Lodge . 2023-08-31
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22 of my family and friends went to Bengal Aroma last night to celebrate my birthday. The whole evening was just fantastic. The food and service was exceptional - nothing was too much trouble. They looked after us for the entire evening with a full restaurant upstairs. It was great having the room downstairs to ourselves, particularly with young children in our party. Thank you to everyone at Bengal Aroma. I would thoroughly recommend this restaurant - just outstanding
lwhitehead14 . 2023-08-13
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First time there and the staff where brilliant and very helpful, food was amazing too,
Scott Tebbutt . 2023-08-06
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Relaxed atmosphere. Great food and staff.
Maryellen Robinson . 2023-07-31
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Excellent food at a lovely restaurant The waiters where really attentive ,the food was served promptly it was yuuummy Can't recommend highly enough Will definitely visit again when in the area
Foiz Khan . 2023-07-27
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Everyone enjoyed there meal. Efficient service as they had 3 parties in.
Ann Ewart . 2023-07-26
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Really lovely food and service.
Danielle crampton . 2023-07-17
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Staff were very helpful and polite, food was amazing, couldn't have had a better evening out.
Lynn Sykes . 2023-07-15
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This was our first visit to Bengal Aroma in Almondbury and we were not disappointed. The restaurant was fairly quiet as you would expect on a Monday evening but from the moment we entered the premises we were made to feel very welcome and treat as valued customers. This is a family run business and our waiter Achmal was superb and very personable. He took a genuine interest in what we thought of our meal and was genuinely interested in our comments. The food was of the highest quality, hot and very well presented. Service of such high quality is sadly lacking these days in many areas of hospitality and many other establishments would do well to emulate the high standards which were displayed during our visit. Well done to all at Bengal Aroma, keep up the good work and we look forward to our next visit. Alan & Pam
pam0262 . 2023-07-10
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Great food. Wide choice and friendly staff
D B . 2023-07-08
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Superb restaurant. Food fantastic, staff gentlemanly, charming, efficient and helpful. Lovely style of decor. The team couldn’t do enough for us. We were a party of 6 and had a wide variety of dishes, all exceptional, fresh and piping hot. Thanks very much guys, we will be back!
trish n . 2023-06-30
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Very good. Quality and quantity of food spot on and very filling. Had chops to start with then a dhall and chicken dish with Naan and Paratha. Price reasonable
Andrew H . 2023-06-25
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Well known curry restaurant, but our first visit. lived up to expectations, excellent curry chosen from their extensive menu, some might say too extensive! Not licenced, but you can take your own booze. good service and pleasant setting. watch out for the low beams if you are tall.
Steve G . 2023-06-06
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What a fantastic place this is ..the staff so friendly the food outstanding ...Well done guys you have a great place we will be back
Wendy McArthur . 2023-06-02
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As always, a fabulous evening with fantastic food, amongst friends. The best food for miles.
soul2658 . 2023-04-27
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We visited 23rd April Evening our first visit and wasn't disappointed at all, we had one of the nicest curries we have had in a long time, the mixed sizzler starter was perfect one of the nicest atmospheres and great attentive staff, Thank you Bengal Aroma.
Tay1830 . 2023-04-24
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Best Indian restaurant in huddersfield if not Yorkshire food beautiful.
David Kaye . 2023-04-02
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7 of us ate at Bengal Aroma this evening, the staff were friendly and helpful and the food was delicious, nothing was too much trouble for them. There was a lovely atmosphere in the restaurant. We will definitely be returning and will recommend to family and friends. Thank you for a wonderful evening 😋
Anne Hever . 2023-03-27
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Lovely food, great service, very friendly.
Simon Neve . 2023-03-24
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Brilliant staff, made sure the food was to your liking, couldn't do enough! Food very tasty and plentiful, shame about no alcohol licence but we'll worth a visit, I shall be returning!
Wayne Thornton . 2023-03-14
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This place was recommended to us and wow it did not disappoint! The ambience the surroundings the staff and the food just the complete experience was outstanding . We did not know what to choose and the waiter/owner had a vast knowledge which he shared he was such a lovely person with the right amount of attention . This place is a gem 💎 We will be back very soon Thankyou for an amazing dining experience
rachael a . 2023-03-05
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Decided to go here on a recommendation and wow we wasn't disappointed. The whole experience from start to finish was outstanding. Friendly staff who simply couldn't do enough for you they recommend which curry to choose based on my preferences. The food itself was simply...
Stephen P . 2023-03-04
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Second time I’ve been, the food and staff were all brilliant!!! Will definitely be back. Thank you 👍
Matthew Dolley . 2023-03-04
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I cannot fault this place! Its stunning, classy, comfortable and the food and management are exceptional. I planned a surprise 50th meal for one of my best friends & her Son & Daughter and the manager/assistant manager were absolutely brilliant. They were so welcoming, friendly, really pleasant and nothing was too much trouble. They even brought out a cake for her and sang happy birthday. They went over & above & she had a really special evening. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anybody as it is a proper hidden gem in Almondbury. Thank you so much to all the staff at Bengal Aroma. You really are amazing, your restaurant is fabulous & your food & service is second to none! Just perfect!
Wendy Flowers . 2023-03-04
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After our dinner evening at another restaurant was unexpectedly cancelled, my wife and I decided to go here as we had heard of its reputation. We were not disappointed. We have visited many restaurants like this, but this is, undoubtedly, the best. The food is...
simonbed . 2023-02-11
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Great food, first class service, good menu lots of choice. Seating both upstairs and down, gets busy probably best to make a booking.
JeremyH555 . 2023-01-10
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Truly delicious food, brilliant customer service, reasonably priced, lovely ambiance. All 7 of us; 4 adults & 3 children (14,12 & 8) really enjoyed it. Heartily recommend.
CharlieJ2004 . 2022-10-27
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Thank you for making my husbands 70th birthday special we had a lovely time with our family the food was superb the staff were fantastic and to make it even special the staff brought a cake with a candle on it and sang to him...
jeanwQ4535IG . 2022-10-01
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We have been visiting here for years and absolutely love the food. It s second to non in our opinion and we have eaten out at a lot of restaurants over the years. It never fails to please. Then tonight we sampled our most best,...
maureenmM3366EN . 2022-08-28
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Beautiful food and the friendliest staff! Had a great, impromptu meal out with friends. The food, as always, was so tasty and piping hot. But the service is what really makes it, always made to feel welcome - customer service at its finest!
Caroline W . 2022-08-07
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She said, “if I was on death row my last meal would be ordered from here.” Great food and service is always excellent
Tahir K . 2022-07-06
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This is the best Indian restaurant in The World! Well my world anyway. Everything about Bengal Aroma is amazing, the charm of the place the food and the people. They go above and beyond we go regularly and are usually the last to leave (sorry)…...
annmarieenglish2017 . 2022-07-04
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Well after a year of living around here we finally got the opportunity of going to the Bengal Aroma for a meal. We’d heard good things and we were not disappointed at all! The aroma as we approached was delicious then the welcome we received...
JuliaL850 . 2022-05-10
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We held our joint retirement party, for 23 guests, in the downstairs room last Saturday night. Aky and the team were brilliant, helping us plan the event, coping with a late change in numbers, and then really looking after us on the night. The food...
Andy S . 2022-05-01
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We have been dining at Bengal since they opened and can honestly say we love it to bits. Aky and the team are so attentive and welcoming, it really adds to the experience. I enjoy trying new dishes from the chef specials, but my wife...
superdan35 . 2022-04-25
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Sorry Bengal aroma but having had a few poor meals now I feel review is needed. Take away for family gathering over Easter. Korma; watery and tasteless with dry chicken. Not in the least creamy. Dansak was also watery and tasteless. Very sweet with no...
J S . 2022-04-19
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Really good food with both excellent, friendly service in a beautiful building. What's not to like? The BYO is good too in that you are not paying over the odds for something you don't necessarily want to drink.
Ladymaca . 2022-02-21
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An incredibly easy review to write about this restaurant eaten both a take aways and dine in on many occasions, as a couple and with friends and every single course from poppadoms and a pickle tray through classic curries to their special dishes, everyone as...
Buzzer21 . 2022-02-06
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We went to this restaurant 31/1 to celebrate my sisters birthday. The welcome was open & friendly with some proper Yorkshire banter. It was busy with 4 birthday parties! And the tables were properly separated as per government guidelines. When the food came and we...
Cynthia T . 2022-02-01
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Doesn’t matter whether we go as a couple or in a party the experience is always superb. The full team are so attentive, friendly and the food is great. Never had a bad meal in all the many times we have frequented the restaurant.
giantsduo . 2022-01-14
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Yet another great meal at Bengal aroma – nine of us meeting to remember my mum whose birthday it would’ve been. We were given a quiet area to eat so we could talk and remember my mum… As always the food was superb… Including adapting...
jillrr66 . 2021-12-31
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Als je van Indiaas houdt en rijke keuze in menu dan is dit een adres. Parkeren in de straat of...
arnoldverhoeks . 2021-12-06
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We visited Bengal Aroma for the first time in August on a family member's recommendation - we've been back twice since. The food is excellent, the menu is extensive and the service is efficient and friendly. It's not licensed, so there are no sky high...
Teej25 . 2021-09-28
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Ordered take out for the first time from this restaurant as opposed to dining in. The food arrived earlier than stated and was piping hot. However the food itself, although nice, was no differnet to what you'd get in an average take away. Which, I...
NEMESIS0323 . 2021-08-30
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We decided to try Bengal Aroma today having travelled up from the midlands on a weekend visit!! The service was fantastic and the food was also incredible! I would strongly recommend this place! Thank you all for a lovely meal 👌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Spazref . 2021-08-28
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My friends and I go out every month for a curry. We were recommended to come to bengal and we weren’t disappointed the food was beautiful! The staff were very good and basically tailored the menu to what we wanted ie more or less spicy....
booboo15 . 2021-08-26
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A birthday treat for me, comfortable surroundings, good friendly service and delicious generous portions. Fresh and tasty food and the best poppadoms we have ever had. We travel 11 miles to this restaurant after ditching our used to be local one 1 mile away, and...
Swannjjjjswannj . 2021-07-06
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This was our first visit, it is safe to say we will be back. The food was beautiful, we get fed up of going for curries that all taste the same in a watery sauce. There was non of that, everything was fresh, quality curry’s...
Vickyc1604 . 2021-06-21
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Highly recommend the Bengal Aroma! Excellent food, brilliant staff and the customer service is second to none! My sister highly recommends the prawn bhuna, we have tried a wide range of their starters, curries and sundries and they have all been amazing!
richardkD7122QN . 2021-05-28
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So good to see Bengal Aroma open again ! As always - despite being busy - excellent service and food superb ! Very Covid safe
jillrr66 . 2021-05-21
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Best curry I’ve had in Huddersfield Had Lamb Balti and it was amazing . Staff are very friendly and welcoming. I will definitely be returning. Thank you Bengal Aroma 😋
J S . 2020-10-31
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Called in for tea on a Monday night and ended up booking in for Thali night on the Tuesday night. Lots of choice, good veggie options, very reasonable prices, staff are brill. Resteraunt is attached to the pub so goes hand in hand, great idea
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Best curry around! Never disappointed - food is amazing!
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The food on their Thali nights is exceptional and reasonably priced too. I would definitely come back.
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First time and a wonderful meal.lovely welcome and really hot food.will be back!.thank you 😃 recommended to us so will pass on recommendations
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Service was good, however I was disappointed with the food. We ordered a TAWA and with in 5 minutes it was served which we were very surprised. Starters were not fresh at all, very chewy and no taste at all. Donner was burned and saturated in oil. Curry was spicy but tasted nice.