Bengal Spice in Aberdeenshire

Visiting the Peterhead area for a couple of days with my wife , we fancied some Indian food We were recommended to visit the Bengal Spice in Mintlaw From the outside we weren’t expecting much So glad we were wrong Genuinely the best and tastiest curries we have had in a long time We have a couple of decent Indian restaurants we use in Dundee but this place knocks them for six Took us back to the days of Jacob/ Royal Oak/ Malabar , high praise indeed Well worth the visit if you are anywhere near

Shopping at co op next door. One of your employees was also Shopping. I have never been next to a person who smelled so bad. Working in a food establishment, it tells me...YOU HAVE NO PERSONAL HYGIENE IN PLACE....

Went in and ordered two meals to takeaway, poppadoms and accompaniments . Wasn’t cheap by any means - £32. My daughter’s saag meal was fine she said. However mine, mixed platter was awful. One solitary prawn and the other meats were pretty meagre and dry with this very odd sweet curry sauce. I was told when my food came I had complimentary poppadoms ( not really as I’d paid for them) and a salad. Said salad was box of limp brown lettuce and tomatoes on the turn. Many better Indian restraints and takeaways around . Won’t be back, which is a shame because for a good while it would have been the best around. Higher prices, poor quality ingredients and tiny portion sizes

My wife and I went to the Bengal spice in mintlaw on Saturday 14th Oct 2023 for our wedding anniversary,we booked a table for 18.15, arrived at 18.10,and from then on it went downhill, we have been to this place a few times previously so we were looking forward to having a good meal (This Indian restaurant in my opinion WAS the best In Aberdeenshire) we eventually got seated although the table wasn’t set up with cutlery etc, we then waited 35 mins for someone to take our order,we ordered a couple of drinks,only cola as i was driving, this was quite flat and probably out of a large bottle,I do appreciate that they were busy and there was a constant stream of take away meals going out, however we were completely ignored even when the table next to us were placing orders, getting more drinks being served their food or drinks etc,another 30 mins went by before our starters arrived,which quite frankly were not worth the wait, we finished our starters and waited…..and waited, what we found particularly frustrating was the fact that two tables of four diners who arrived later than us had finished their main meals before we even got ours ,they didn’t clear our table despite walking past us many times with an empty trolley, at no time were we approached and asked if the food was ok or would we like another drink, eventually at 19.55 my wife who is usually much more tolerant than me said I’ve had enough of this and got up to leave, I went to pay for the food that we actually did receive and they wanted to charge us for the main courses as well !, which I totally refused to accept, I paid for what we had and left, there wasn’t even an apology and the person serving even tried to deny giving preferential treatment to other guests, it’s actually quite sad that the level of customer service has become atrocious ,and so bad that we will never return, or recommend to anyone.

Ok. Just returned from The bengal spice mintlaw. Below is a portion of Bombay Potatoes! Apparently this is how they served them. The guy who answered the phone, and who in his words “heats them up”, tells me there is never any sauce! All of the times we’ve had Bombay potatoes from there, they’ve always been like that! Then he had the fricking audacity to insinuate that I must be thinking of another takeaway! The black bit’s are seeds!!!!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂 I'm 58 and I know potatoes, eyes, and how they grow! I used to grow crops of potatoes years ago. Eyes must always be dug out. But by then, potatoes are well past their use by date! I definitely think a man who cooks with potatoes, should know how potatoes reproduce. The purple and black bits must always be removed. Especially in commercial food premises! We paid £4.50 for that portion! Buy a packet of Schwartz potatoes mix. . It's far more authentic than the Bengal Spice And in the brown bag is a popadom jigsaw! Crushed popadoms!!!! But one thing which is always the rule is, if you have a returning customer, never ever argue with them, nevertheless insinuate, and use poor quality foods. And when a customer say’s they have photos, you should start worrying. The popadoms and Bombay potatoes shouldn’t have been replaced. Not just because the food premise’s have failed seriously, but customer service is one of the mostly important thing Avoid Bengal Spice’, in Mintlaw. It’s gone downhill! I should have listened to people who don’t go there any longer! And a Ps from my son. The chicken pakoras he had were over cooked. And he said they were just like 'chicken balls' from Cantonese take aways. Not pakoras!

When ordering the meal asked for recommendations for something was told to check menu… food came and the curry’s themselves were lovely phoned to give feedback and say this but also the Bombay potatoes and nans were very very bland compared to normal.. complaint was disregarded and told no one else has complained tonight…

Spur of the moment decision to visit Bengal Spice after a busy day. Service was excellent and friendly. Food was delicious and portion was more than enough. Naan bread needs a special mention- best I have had. Very reasonably priced too Will be back

Supposed to be 4pm opening but I've never managed to get anyone to answer the phone, 16:17 now so let's try again!!! Nope just ringing away, poor show, off to another Indian takeaway,,,, Again,,, and they all say keep it local ha!! They have a second number, but alas same, looking at reviews on trip advisor it looks like they have shrunk the portions but kept the same price, 16:23 now but still no answer, def away to different takeaway

We ordered the set menu for two. I was amazed that the price had risen by almost £5. I know everything has gone up in price but that’s a crazy jump. Now, I wouldn’t have minded so much had the portion sizes stayed the same. The portion sizes had diminished at an almost insulting level. The chicken tikka starter for two had 6 tiny pieces which equalled no more than half a chicken breast. The onion bahjis were undercooked and mushy. The pilau rice had hard chunks of boiled rice mixed in and the main curry dishes barely reached half of the plastic tub. We first used them 2 years ago and raved about the place, now they are taking the pee even with the massively increased prices. Quality, quantity have gone way downhill with price climbing hugely.

Visited for a takeaway, been several times for sit down meal. Food has always been excellent but portion sizes seem to be on the decline. Smaller and smaller portions. Especially prawn puri, it’s like a half portion.

the food here is excellent, such a friendly atmosphere and they aim to please, good food at a good price

Great service and delicious food I had the chicken tikka Pathia and it was the best I’ve tasted in a very long time The perfect balance of hot , sour and sweet The naan breads were excellent too I wish this was our local restaurant as we would be regulars it was that nice

Staying in the area and fancied and curry and this place really delivered. All of the dishes were really tasty and even though they weren't as spicy as we'd like, an extra dish of hotter curry sauce was no trouble. Friendly staff, good service and great to see so much choice of specials and different dishes on the menu alongside all the olf favourites. A really tasty meal, we'll definitely be back.

Always a 10/10 here. Me, my partner and friends always leave completely satisfied. Every seafood dish I've had in the past has been fresh and always well cooked. The past 3 visits I have been ordering their vegan options and they are brilliant. The veg curries are packed with all different things compared to other restaurants in the area... Order the Burnt Spinach Balti, you won't be disappointed!!

Had a set meal and it was excellent.. Everything was spot on. Good set up for picking up orders and on time. Will definitely be back.

Absolutely abysmal service phoned in a order to be told 40 minute wait which is fine got to the restaurant and had an hour wait in there, in that time many people came and went ever the ones who came in to order there food got there food before us, finally got our food and not even an apology about the long wait, got home and the food was terrible chicken was as dry and as tasteless as the sauce needless to say I won’t be back very unhappy customer

Have ordered loads of takeaways from here over the years and the food is excellent but take out service is abysmal... Ordered by phone and we told 30 minutes to collect.. Went on time and had to wait a further 40 minutes along with a group of 12 unhappy customers... (with very limited social distancing). Young lady on the phone still taking take our orders as we all waited she was telling customers .. 20 minutes wait for their order. Nothing makes a customer more unhappy having to wait so so long after being told blatant lies....Come on guys ... be fair to your loyal customers.... We wont be back .

New to the area and thought we would try some Pakora to take away , congratulations possibly the worst we have ever had , ordered two veg and one chicken , veg consisted of six pieces in each box , soggy greasy tasteless lumps and the chicken was also soggy and had a very greasy thick batter , absolutely rank , the accompanying dip tasteless and please note spicy onions are supposed to be spicy , never again total waste of money .... avoid at all cost .

We were in a party of six and were seated near the doorway. Seating area was clean and the staff were adhering to the Covid guidelines by wearing masks and asking customers to sanitize their hands. The meal was very good and portion size was...

Rations très copieuses prises à emporter, large choix à la carte. Les tarifs sont corrects et le personnel très cordial...

Just been told that a meal voucher is not valid after 6 months I couldn't use it because of my cancer treatment

If we had a complaint it would be slightly slow on service, but it was very busy Food was excellent, we will definitely be back.

Visiting family. This is a busy place as is restaurant and a takeaway. Enjoyed our meal tonight. Tandoori Chicken good, Dansak good Korma good there was other dishes also good - nice with the poppadum free. I thought this was pretty good and although I...

Went last night as a party of four - glad to say everyone else enjoyed their food. Meanwhile I was presented with a splodge which was meant to represent a tandoori mixed grill. The contents were covered in a brown like sauce and caramelized onions....

£6.95 for 4 of the smallest scallops I have ever seen. Even the chunks of pepper are bigger than the 4 scallops added together. Phoned business back and they seem to think it's an acceptable portion.... will not be returning

The whole experience was lovely from start to finish. We were made very welcome and the food was delicious. There was even a cake to finish with courtesy of the staff. All of us had different meals and every one was a delight. If you...

This is the best Indian in this area Wish they would open in PETERHEAD Food is first class and staff very attentive Toilets spotless and whole experience of this restaurant is second to none Returning on a few weeks

Food was excellent. The wait was not. Ordered it by phone told to collect in twenty mins but still had to stand and wait a further forty mins.

Lovely food, best Indian restaurant in the area. All staff were so polite. Food was delicious and had lots of taste. Highly recommended , we will definitely be back 👍.

Was just out for a catch up with friends and one of the staff at with us showing us photos on his phone, taking photos and flirting. We couldn't get away. However cracking food. Would return, just want to be left in peace.

It was a busy sitting when we arrived at this Indian restaurant. The staff were a mixed bunch, from the grumpy to the overly laid back and over familiar. The service was slow, but it was busy. The mixed pakora, onion bhaji and chicken pakora...

Modern and comfortable ambiance, excellent service, fantastic food, easy, free parking, you won’t find better!

I've been to this restaurant a couple of times now and have found it to be of a very high standard. My most recent visit was with a group of 4 and all the dishes were presented well and tasted fantastic. Looking forward to my...

Took my wife here for our 41st wedding anniversary and we weren’t disappointed. We have ordered take-away’s from here before but had never eaten in the restaurant until tonight; and it was superb. Eating in the restaurant gives you far more choice of main courses...

My wife and myself and our best friends went out for a Saturday evening meal. Lovely service from the 2 young girls taking our orders and also from the "main staff". Food was superb....lamb was an absolute treat for 3 of us and chicken for...

definitely best indian in this area first class food and service cant wait to return wish you would open in peterhead xx

We visit here regularly and the food and service is always excellent! Even when there had been a mix up with our booking, the staff did their best to fit us in and offered us complimentary drinks as a good will gesture. Highly recommended!

My wife asked if she could have Lamb Dhansak Mild and waiter said it was not hot. When it arrived she could not eat it as it was far too hot for her. As a result it spoiled her evening with her friends and left...

Tucked away at Mintlaw Station, this small restaurant was a real treat! Had always assumed it was only a takeaway. Lovely meal with workmates was a hit. Definitely return visit needed.

At last! A decent Indian in area. We had a carry out and it was fresh, hot, real quality food, absolutely recommend! We have a bit to travel to get there, but well worth it.

Only used the takeaway a few times but first class food. great portions and excellent service...... What more do you need.

Four of us visited for a meal. The restaurant was lovely, clean and fresh and we were greeted and shown to our table. Order drinks and they were very accommodation by providing cucumber in my G.&.T. Popaddoms and dips and then starters, followed by main...

We ordered 3 set meals for 2 to take away. The food was brilliant, but when we got home from the takeaway half our starters were missing. When the guy handed me my food in the restaurant even he was unsure it was all there...

Very friendly staff. Meal ready to pick up when advised. Generous portions, & very good quality food. Good selection to suit all tastes

Lovely food, friendly staff, nicely set out. Only fault was it was a bit cold, told staff & they duly put the heating on.

Wat een feestje. Heerlijk gegeten, vriendelijke bediening en vriendelijke prijzen. Een absolute aanrader.

Excellent resteraunt, fantastic service from Mr. Aktar. Well worth the money, will be returning again!

Had a few takeaways, and had a sit in the other night and can’t wait to go back, best curry i’ve had in this area hands down, amazing flavours. Staff and service superb, will recommend Bengal Spice to everyone i know

Myself and 3 friends decided to go out rather than make our own meals for a catch up and we weren’t disappointed! Such great service and friendly staff, and the food couldn’t have been better. They were even patient enough to let us chat for...

What a great find in rural Aberdeenshire. Friendly welcoming staff who do not rush you through the meal. Great food superbly cooked with wonderful flavours. Nan breads were perfect and the lime pickle with the poppadoms was great, something a lot of restaurants seem to...

My wife and daughter are both "intolerant" to some dairy products, so visits to restaurants can be tricky. The staff at the Bengal Spice were extremely helpful; advising which items would be best avoided. As there was a great variety in the menu and plenty...

Read other reviews about this little f amily run Indian restaurant and I have to say I can't understand some of the negative reviews. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and decided to sit in rather than our usual take away. Our party of 4...

I don't know how or why people have given this restaurant bad reviews firstly I have tried some takeaways which have been excellent so decided to book for a meal in house as my wife and friends had eaten there and raved about it, the...

This place is rancid....look at what comes out the kitchen...I would avoid if I were you DISGUSTING. 😷😷😷😷😷😷😷😷😷😷😷

If you want a westernized Indian meal this restaurant is okay. Lamb Kurma didn't even have ANY bite to it. Green food coloring in the Pilau rice? Rasim curry too mild. To be avoided if you are used to eating authentic India food.

Alway get big portions and good quality. The takeaway is good value, normally phone up and walk up and it's ready by the time I get there.

This was my first visit to Bengal Spice and it won't be the last. One of the best Indian meal ever! I chose the set meal for two. Everything was fresh and tasty with not a bit of grease anywhere. Veg Combo and Chicken Tikka...

We recently had takeaways from Bengal Spice whilst staying in the area. The service was quick. The food was delicious, portions were absolutely fine. The staff were very friendly. We plan to "eat in" at the restaurant in the future as we enjoyed the takeaway...

This was our first visit to the Bengal Spice and certainly won't be our last. The restaurant is attractively laid out, service from all members of staff was quick and friendly and most importantly the food was delicious. The menu offers some dishes not normally...

Went here for the first time tonight, food was excellent,service was also perfect, had good crack with the waiter. Highly recommend this restaurant xx

We have used Bengal Spice for their takeaway and also the sit down option. It has never disappointed. Our most recent visit was for a large group of 15 and the size of the group did not phase the great staff who are friendly and...

I was taken out to dinner and was very (and pleasantly) surprised. The menu is good, with a wide range of choices, and some unexpected entries - I had Goan Lamb Shank, melting in the mouth in a rich sauce with a hint of spice....

This was our fourth visit and yet again superb. The menu offers the usual classics but also some unusual choices. I find the guide lines for mild, medium and hot just right for my taste. Well presented in very comfortable surroundings with good friendly service....

Was told it was great but I never found it that way. Had a set meal for 2 to take away. food was warm but not hot. The meals were children's portions. I never knew nan bread came so small. Very small portions and not...

As a group of four we had an excellent meal at Bengal Spice. The restaurant has modern, smart furnishings and appears extremely clean. There is a pleasant atmosphere and good, modern Indian music. Service was professional, friendly and not obtrusive. The menu is expansive and...

We were a group of six people and for most of us it was a first experience of Indian cuisine. We were welcomed on arrival and shown to a comfortable sized table for the size of our group. The staff were extremely helpful with advice...

This is the first time we have tried this place. It does sit down and carry out meals. We had the carry out meal for two and were very pleased with it. Good portions, tasty fare and good service at the restaurant. We'll be back...

Had been here 3 times for a takeaway and always enjoyed it especially the meal for 2 deal which is superb value for money and even for a big eater like me it was more than enough. Tried the restaurant for the first time with...

We went to the restaurant with friends and I have to admit not been to an Indian restaurant for many years as it always seems to be mixed quality. Not the case with the Bengal, every dish we had on the table was cooked to...

Have used this restaurant several times, both take-out and dining in. Food has been consistently good. Strength descriptions on the menu are accurate, never overpowered by spice. Nice to be able to taste all the different flavours rather than just 'heat'. Staff are always pleasant...

I had heard about this place by other people and I was not disappointed. The staff are very welcoming and will do anything for you the food was first class. I will definitely be coming back again.. First class 😀😀😀

This is our second visit to Bengal Spice food excellent both visits. The staff are very attentive and polite .Will definitely be back soon . Would highly recommend .

Looking at reviews on here well myself and hubby can say was bland chips were half cooked, was first and will be last visit.. staff are lovely though very pleasant. Food was a let down

This curry house was outstanding. I have visited many Indian restaurants around the UK and this is one of the best. I was in Mintlaw working and with a colleague we tried this new establishment on a Sunday evening. The restaurant fit, cleanliness of toilets...

Visited as I had heard so many good reports about this new restaurant in Mintlaw. The menu had a good choice of the usual dishes but also several new ones. The restaurant has no licence yet but ok to byo. The food was delicious especially...

Went with my wife on recommendation from my son.As they have no alcohol license as yes - it was BYO (Saved me a few bob!!) Food was spot on.Fresh ingredients and great flavours.(We noticed whilst seated how busy the carry-out business was ..a really good...

Visited on Saturday night for meal with friends. The food was excellent, best Indian meal we have have for a long time! Will defiantly be back and would highly recommend anyone to try here

Returned after our very positive take-out experience to have an evening meal. We were not disappointed! The food was excellent - fresh, beautifully cooked and plentiful. The staff were attentive and helpful, and service was with a smile. The bill wasn't excessive, either! It is...

One of our best meals ever. The food was presented well and tasted fabulous. We were there Saturday 25th February, very busy so glad we booked. Good ambience and attentive service, some unusual dishes on the menu, good to try something different from the normal...

We have visited twice as a couple and u are treated like royalty. The place is spotless and the ambience and service is first class. Very friendly and polite staff, nothing is too much trouble. Food wise just wow! So delicious and reasonably priced. We...

At last a really good Indian restaurant near by. Over a period of time, my wife and I have tried a variety of Indian restaurants in this corner of Scotland. Some have started off well and gone down hill, some just weren't the trouble of...

Possibly my best meal ever. Absolutely faultless service and food. The lemon and cashew nut rice was delicious and complemented my mango and cream sauce perfectly. My husband was equally pleased with his meal, especially with his onion rice. We were so full we didn't...

This is definitely one of the finest Indian takeaway meals we have ever had. From the moment you walk in, you are treated royally. We ordered from the set meal menu and it was excellent value and quality; cooked to perfection! Mintlaw sorely needed a...

We had vegetable dhansak, veg bhuna, veg rice and garlic naan and all the items were delicious. It was cooked really quickly and the vegetables were nice and varied with aubergine, cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, peas and cabbage.

Tried the Bengal Spice tonight for the first time, and ordered a takeaway. The menu is very varied and caters to all tastes, and I duly picked up the food at the appointed time. The restaurant was absolutely spotless, the service was prompt and friendly...

Had a takeaway last night from the two set meal menu and was very impressed very tasty food and plenty of it. This was our first visit but will not be our last. we will try the restaurant soon. Long awaited addition to Mintlaw. ,

Had take away from here last night, had to wait 25 minutes in restaurant to collect despite pre-ordering. That said the food was excellent we had 4 different dishes between 4 of us and everybody was impressed. The Jalfrezy was as good as any I...