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4.6

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Nº 219 in 1574 in Tower Hamlets

Nº 8 of 80 Indian in Tower Hamlets

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The pure passion and love shown by Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala and their team in creating the most wonderful dining experience is truly amazing. The food is out of this world and I would highly recommend to anyone that wants to experience “authentic” Indian cuisine..

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marcus . 2025-02-14

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Lovely evening well looked after superb food. As always. Till next time

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william . 2025-02-07

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The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the location is stunning and the food is outstanding. Thoroughly recommend.

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Pamela . 2025-01-31

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Food did not come out the same time. 6 on the table none of use had to eat after the others.

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Julie . 2025-01-25

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This restaurant offers an interesting selection of complex Indian dishes - it's not your average Indian restaurant by any means. We enjoyed our meal very much and will certainly visit again.

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Charles . 2025-01-24

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The food was so bad. Too oily and the garlic naan was straight out of a frozen packet with butter on it. The food was so so disappointing with poor choice of vegetables and bland taste. Expensive too (£52). The saddest Indian restaurant I've tried in London. The location and ambience is great!

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Divya Jain . 2025-01-23

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Food was amazing. I never thought Indian food can taste that good. Portion size is a little bit small, but the taste is mind blowing. Sorry I wished I took more photos.

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Yvonne Leung . 2025-01-20

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Once again an excellent experience. Staff are the best, polite, friendly, helpful, so good at their jobs. Food exemplary, flavours, textures, immaculate mixture of spices. Menu choices are so varied it’s difficult to make a choice, but whatever you choose you won’t be disappointed. A must.

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MICHAEL . 2025-01-18

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Some dishes are tasty, but some have no taste. Staff are fantastic. What we didn't like is the portion size. They are kid portion size with high price. Compared to nearby restaurants such as Windjammer, they have great food, great service, BUT good portion with similar pricing. I wouldn't bother going again. Taste Of Indian in East Ham has better food and better portion size AND cheaper, too.

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Flawless Complex . 2025-01-11

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Thanks for the most amazing tasty food, everything was so good, loved the duck, perfectly cooked 👌

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Paul Deville . 2025-01-11

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As always an excellent lunch. The venison tikka and venison curry together with the beetroot starter were fantastic. We had an aubergine side dish which had a bit too much garlic for my taste.

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Ian . 2025-01-11

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We were a group of seven and enjoyed being able to share from the various small plates that we had. Even so, there were plenty of other options on the menu that we wanted to try so will be back soon

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Robert . 2025-01-11

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More like a tapas style small plate sharing experience the food was excellent but not small portions as you may expect so don’t order loads but keep ordering if needed. Food was out of this world

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malcolm . 2025-01-11

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Food sublime. A restaurant that good deserves to be busier. Will go back to try different dishes because the menu is so enticing.

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Paul . 2025-01-10

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Absolutely fabulous evening with amazing food, fabulous atmosphere and faultless service

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CHRISTINA . 2025-01-09

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Visited yesterday evening and had an excellent meal. The team are very welcoming and the decor bright and cheerful. We started with delicous garam masala Old Fashioneds from the innovative cocktail menu, then starters of Chicken Cafreal Zambeziana (tender chicken with a piquant green sauce on delicous crushed potatoes) and Lamb Samosas (very delicate, an elevated samosa experience). This was followed by garlic naan bread, spiced fried paneer (quite hot), and the Parsee Lamb Dhaansaak, one of their signature dishes. A dessert of nutmeg spiced creme caramel was a cooling finish. Everything was delicious and we are looking forward to returning to try more of the extensive menu.

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Tania McMillan . 2025-01-05

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Had been intending to dine here for ages and planned in a visit to tie in with a trip to the ExCel centre. So many great dishes on the menu, it was difficult to choose just a few - but we selected the Chicken Cafreal Zambeziana (tender chicken with a piquant green sauce on delicous crushed potatoes), Lamb Samosas (very delicate, an elevated samosa experience), garlic naan bread, spiced fried paneer which was actually quite chilli-hot, and the Parsee Lamb Dhaansaak, one of their signature dishes, with tender lamb served in dhansak sauce with caramelised onion rice. We just had room after for dessert of nutmeg spiced creme caramel, and a scoop of Belgian dark chocolate ice cream. I'm still thinking about the garam masala spiced Old Fashioned I had to start, and we had a decent bottle of rose wine with the meal. The team were all very welcoming and friendly, and it was a very relaxed and pleasant dining experience. Looking forward to a return visit, hopefully during a lighter spring evening with views out over the docklands.

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Tania . 2025-01-04

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Having met Cyrus and Pervin on the Good Food cruise last year we decided to visit their restaurant and sample their food. What a wonderful experience, fantastic food and drink with excellent service from good staff. Previn runs the front of house and is a great host making sure all customers are well looked after, while Cyrus runs a kitchen that produces the most amazing food. Already booked our next visit for February.

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David . 2025-01-04

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It was our first time at Café Spice Namaste, where we had a wonderful anniversary meal in between Christmas and New Year! Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala, and the whole team, were incredibly welcoming and friendly - checking in with us during the meal but not overbearing. The food was delicious and moreish, without feeling gluttonous. Particular favourites were the beetroot and coconut samosa chatt, ginger seasoned lamb cutlets, followed by the apple crumble samosa and zafrani creme brulee!! A wonderful evening and looking forward to visiting again soon.

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William . 2024-12-27

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If you want to experience Indian food with a difference then this is the place to come. Starting with excellent Poppadoms and homemade chutneys, we then had the Duck Tikka special with a delightful artichoke salad, and the Lamb dish finished with an Indian iced dessert. Always a welcome and impeccable service. It’s definitely worth getting on the DLR !

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Annette . 2024-12-24

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Every dish is fantastic. Choose what you fancy, and it will be amazing. Cyrus often cooks them himself, and this is a celebrity chef restaurant where the person himself is doing the work and is happy to chat. It is a bonus that it's very reasonably priced. We had a selection of starters and mains; it's some of the best Indian food I've ever had, and I've been to India plenty of times. GO AND EAT HERE! It's much closer than it looks, thank you, Elizabeth line. Put it into City Mapper, and you will be there in a Jiffy. I loved the place on Prescot Street, and this is an even brighter, more modern space.

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Richard Lingard . 2024-12-20

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Blow away! Best meal ever! Highly recommend! Staff great! Food absolutely delicious !! 10/10

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Maya Coltham . 2024-12-20

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Every dish is fantastic. Choose what you fancy, and it will be amazing. Cyrus often cooks them himself, and this is a celebrity chef restaurant where the person himself is doing the work and is happy to chat. It is a bonus that it's very reasonably priced. We had a selection of starters and mains; it's some of the best Indian food I've ever had, and I've been to India plenty of times. GO AND EAT HERE! It's much closer than it looks, thank you, Elizabeth line. Put it into City Mapper, and you will be there in a Jiffy. I loved the place on Prescot Street, and this is an even brighter, more modern space.

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Richard . 2024-12-20

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If I could give 10 stars I would, everything we ordered was delicious (dhansak especially!) service was excellent and venue is great, worth going all the way there!

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Maca Moe . 2024-12-19

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Fantastic lunch yesterday. We had the 8 course tasting menu and it really was a good choice. Mrs Todiwala looks after you with such class, and makes you feel like you’re family. Loved how chef Cyrus is so visible preparing your food, and that he is still so passionate about what he does. Quiet in the restaurant today, but enjoyed interacting with Cyrus while he was working. We were very impressed with how he takes the time to come and chat to every table after service. Would love to visit again and highly recommend.

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Sarah . 2024-12-18

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I have been eating Cyrus Todiwala's food for 20 years. He offers the best Indian food in London. They were in Whitechapel for 25 years, but the new location at Royal Albert Wharf is lovely. It's worth the easy ride from central London. The restaurant is beautifuly appointed and right on the water. On our recent lunch we started with the delicious beet root samosa chaat, the green papaya and mango salad, and the scrumptious garlic chilli and ginger prawn balls. All were outstanding. We went veg with a baigan bharta, saag paneer, and the not-to- be-missed dal tadka. The chilli cheese nan is a must. We don't usually do dessert but Cyrus' kulfi is irresistible. I had my favorite rose kulfi and my partner opted for the hazelnut chocolate almond. Just scrumptious. Don't miss the masala tea. The service is excellent. Cyrus and Pervin are genial hosts who really care about your experience. The venue is good for groups and parties. You will not be disappointed.

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marycontheroad . 2024-12-18

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Everything we ordered was extremely tasty, full of flavors and served to appeal the eyes as well. The whole team was so welcoming, we felt pampered and treated sincerely kind, everyone wanted to make sure we are having what we need and enot our food. We came all the way from Romania to eat here, this was our first stop on a 3 days city trip in London. Loved it and would return anytime

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Simona . 2024-12-17

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The best bits about this meal were : the Maitre de - she was very welcoming and helpful, the starters and desert. We would have preferred it if the spice levels were dialled up to traditional Indian taste buds.

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Padma . 2024-12-14

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It's a short walk from Gallions Reach. We arrived early but were most welcome. We had a fantastic unhurried meal. Enjoyed the great views of the city and the airport. The service was excellent and the food was fabulous. A great evening overall.

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Richard . 2024-12-13

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Blown away by the vip food and service at this hidden gem. My mum and dad were chuffed to bits to be visited at the table by the chef they’ve seen and admired on the Saturday kitchen. Too many awards to count in the hallway- including a letter from the queen- yet a welcoming and relaxed family atmosphere. Cyrus and Pervin and their team made our night truly special. Thank you so much. Highly recommend!

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Helen Boal . 2024-12-13

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Great restaurant and service. The food is delicious and location is great. Can be tricky to find so put Shackleton Way in the google maps.

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Avril . 2024-12-06

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Wow - this was the best experience ever. Attentive, friendly service. Great casual dining atmosphere. Interesting views across the docks. The food was amazing. Everything was cooked to perfection and the flavours were superb. Not cheap but worth every penny - I felt that every bite consisted of the best quality ingredients, cooked exactly right. Easy to get to on the DLR. I will definitely be going back.

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Nick D . 2024-12-05

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A fantastic meal, cooked by the 'Maestro' Himself! And the 'Guvnor' served us Herself! Thanks Cyrus and Pervin!

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Tim . 2024-12-05

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Great service with very tasty food, that comes with herbs and spices that are giving the extra touch. Service was very tentative, explained the menue very nice. I felt welcomed. The mango sorbet for dessert is just perfect.

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Sabine F . 2024-12-04

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Second time, certainly will not be the last. The service and food was superb. Mr and Mrs Todiwala served / came and saw us and it was just a lovely evening..recommend it to everyone...

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Martin . 2024-12-03

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Wonderful lunch. Pervin and Cyrus were as charming and welcoming as ever and made my mother and father in law comfortable on their first visit - thank you both x

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Mark . 2024-11-30

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We went to Cafe Spice Namaste for our wedding anniversary. It was a the perfect evening out. We opted for the 8 course tasting menu and we were not a bit disappointment with any of the courses. The food was so tasty and full of flavour without being spicy hot - just perfect flavours. And the cocktails were great too! Cyrus and Pervin both came over to our table several times during the evening which was a lovely touch. The staff were friendly and attentive. Definitely look forward to visiting again and trying other dishes on the menu, whilst we taking in the wonderful views. Once again thank you for making our anniversary so special.

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Bindu . 2024-11-30

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The food was exceptional, and the attentive, friendly staff enhanced the overall dining experience, making it truly memorable.

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Karthika Chandrasekaran . 2024-11-28

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This place is a hidden gem. Beautifully layered tastes and balanced spices. But Mr and Mrs Todiwala are the secret spice in Café Spice Namaste. Mrs Todiwala fronts charmingly and accompanies you through the menu. Mr Todiwala and team does his magic in the kitchen. The whole team does everything they can to make your visit special. Having been to the old location in Prescot Street, their new restaurant in Royal Albert Wharf is lovely overlooking the docklands and is actually easier to get to than you would think. Google guided us there from the City via DLR in a mere 35 minutes.

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Simon Smith . 2024-11-27

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We really enjoyed our lunch today. We felt welcome as soon as we entered the restaurant, service was brilliant. And the food was sublime, thank you very much for an enjoyable birthday treat.

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Barbara . 2024-11-23

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Been to Cafe Spice few times now & every time it is outstanding. The service was excellent (big thank to Cyrus’s son ) who explain all the dishes and was so helpful We had my two teenage grandsons and they can be a bit fussy with Asian cuisine but everything was explained to them and they Nate everything. The beef special was great and the chilli onion Dosa was spicy but very tasty - prawn curry with rice was my wife’s favourite We had several dishes and shared among us all of which were excellent To finish you must try the apple samosas they are so good A big thank to all for making us so welcome

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Davidjohn . 2024-11-23

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Cafe Spice Namaste, simply an authentic taste of Bombay in the heart of London Docklands. The food is outstanding, freshly made as you relax over drinks and dips. I can guarantee you’ll want to return. The acclaimed Michelin chef Mr Cyrus Todiwala OBE has a team of highly skilled, friendly, passionate staff focused on their customers. Enhancing the experience. The food is superb taking you on a journey of discovery.

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Paul . 2024-11-22

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Cafe Spice Namaste, simply a authentic taste of Bombay in the heart of the London Docklands. The food is outstanding, freshly made as you enjoy your drinks and dips. The only thing I can guarantee, your be back for more. Michelin Star award winning chef Mr Cyrus Todiwala highly trained staff enhance the dining experience by their professional friendly approach and culinary expertise.

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Paul Smith . 2024-11-22

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We had a great experience at Cafe Spice. The service was very personal and friendly with recommendations provided on the menu items. Food was delivered quite quickly and more dishes could be ordered as needed. Some items were a little different to the traditional presentation - e.g. chicken tikka was not the typical cubes of chicken in a very orange hue. Cyrus was coordinating things in the kitchen and took time to come and chat with all diners towards the end of the evening.

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Amarjit . 2024-11-22

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The. Best. Food. Period. This is the best food I've had in London. Highly recommend! The kulfis are a must try. You can't not be a regular after your first visit.

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Siddharth B . 2024-11-20

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Was looking forward to coming here after finding out they had reopened. Had previously enjoyed dining there when it was in Aldgate. Unfortunately the place seems to have taken a turn for the worse. The menu is tapas-style now. Dishes are still tasty but some of the higher priced sharing bowls are not even enough for 1 let alone 2. They won’t do a plain naan, only garlic or peshwari. The fact they refused made it feel like the naan is pre-made and not fresh. And the garlic naan is so garlicky it overpowers anything you eat with it. The home made kulfi was the saving grace. Would go back just for that. Parking is a nightmare. You have to park in specific spaces, go inside and get a parking permit, go back out and put it in the car. If those spaces are full and you drove there, you might as well turn around and go home or expect a hefty fine.

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Mital . 2024-11-16

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Excellent food, excellent service, if you like Indian food then it's an absolute must!

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Alex . 2024-11-14

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An absolute treat for you tastebuds Service we excellent, I am on a low salt diet and they bent over backwards to accommodate me. It was also a pleasure to meet Cyrus and his lovely wife Pervin who made us feel totally at home. An incredible experience that I would recommend everyone to try. We will definitely be going back

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Chris . 2024-11-08

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What a great place, excellent food, service and location. I will be back to try what I missed this time for sure. I was so stuffed I could hardly move after. You have the added bonus of having a birds eye view of the planes landing at the airport too. A nice calm and relaxed atmosphere with exceptional food and a great service to match, nothing was too much for them. Everything cooked to order and it all tasted fabulous. Well done on creating such a wonderful place for people to eat. Nick

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Nicky Chavda . 2024-11-01

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Delicious food, friendly staff & owners. Highly recommend 👍

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Charon Dolls . 2024-11-01

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A Big Thank You to Pervin and staff for looking after us and the wonderful food of Cafe Spice Namaste. The food, wow, out of this world, service was impeccable and such a lovely quiet location on the river watching the planes. If you’re after a proper great Indian meal then defo pop over to east London and check this place out

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Karen Chavda . 2024-11-01

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What a lovely place to come to eat, food was great, service excellent with a very warming family feel. Location was great too and you are just under where the planes come in to land, strangely you couldnt hear them at all until you saw one come past you head. Definately coming back again to try the dishes I didnt get to try because I was so stuffed I could hardly move after. Well done guys for creating such a good place to eat excellent food for whatever occasion. Nick

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Nick . 2024-10-31

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Quality food, with huge authentic flavours from an awarding chef. If you are looking for something slightly different in a welcoming atmosphere, where the food is served at an elevated level but reasonably priced - this is for you. Mr T was in the restaurant and talking to his customers as was Mrs T , so they are hands on not just a name above the door. It is a new venue but not far out of London and very well worth the trip.

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Mark . 2024-10-30

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As ever, our meal was outstanding. Service was impeccable. Cannot recommend Cafe Spice enough.

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Elke . 2024-10-26

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Amazing food. So flavoursome and tasty. The pork vindaloo is to die for. This in not your normal 'Indian' it is so so much better. Staff were nice, friendly and attentive. I can't wait to return

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Sally . 2024-10-25

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This is the best restaurant and London, and an absolute must-visit for anybody who enjoys food or new cultural experiences. I learn something new every time I go. Although I miss the ostrich bhuna of bygone years, there is so much choice on the menu that I spend a while just enjoying the experience of choosing. This time, I particularly enjoyed the beetroot chaat and the paneer chaat (the latter from the seasonal menu), and the raspberry and sorrel sorbet. The hospitality staff even brought out a cake for my boyfriend's birthday - without being asked - with a beautiful sparkler. This was a lovely addition to an already 10/10 meal and experience. Chef Todiwala has set up a kitchen where the food is absolutely excellent, it feels very modern with hybrid cuisine, and the atmosphere is just lovely. I could not recommend this restaurant enough, and I for one really enjoy travelling on the DLR and the clean air around the docks.

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J . 2024-10-22

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Not our first or second or…. every visit has been fantastic. Great service, food always beyond expectations and nicely out of that ‘over the top’ busy city environment. Highly recommend the tasting menu, with a couple of preferences added.

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Adam . 2024-10-16

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It was our first time at Cafe Spice, we encountered a warm welcome as we entered the restaurant and the service from start to finish was amazing. We had high hopes for some great food and me and my colleagues were not disappointed the food was wonderful. One of the best overall dining experiences we have had. Thank you to the Cafe Spice team, we will be back!

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John . 2024-10-12

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Outstanding food - best Indian cuisine in London. Lovely location, easy to get to and striking views. We will be returning very soon.

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Wendy Mason . 2024-10-06

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This is a great restaurant. Amazing cuisine, lovely staff and a quirky location. Really urge people to go - it is easy to get to and a wonderful experience.

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Wendy . 2024-10-05

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The food was exquisite, absolutely delicious. A creative twist on traditional dishes and new creations were incredible. Lovely atmosphere. Wonderful hosts, we really felt looked after. The setting, by the water is beautiful.

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maxine . 2024-10-05

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Probably the best Indian food I’ve ever tasted. Excellent service too The Parsee lamb dansak was sublime and every dish exceeded expectations. The rose kulfi ended a truly exceptional meal. We’ll be back, Thankyou

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pam r . 2024-10-05

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If you want a posh Indian meal, this is not the place for you…. However, if you want a real taste of India, cooked by one of the best Chefs the U.K. boasts, a guy who is possibly the hardest working chefs I have ever met. The food……. I’ll be putting a review together on YouTube, and will try to get it on insta and tic-toc, but the layer of flavours in the lamb samosa made my mouth dance…. The dynamite potatoes lived up to their name, and blew my mouth up!! Everything was amazing!!!! Cyrus and Pervin are the ultimate hosts!!!!

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Destination369184 . 2024-10-04

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I was there last night and I was very impressed with the quality of the food and the very efficient and friendly service. This is not your average Indian no chicken tikka masala. But genuine Indian food cooked by a real expert chef. The plates are a bit smaller than usual so you can enjoy several delicious dishes. I rate this place very highly. And eat here as often as possible. Yesterday an Indian couple next to me had traveled all the way across London to eat her. Enough said.

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Hirsh Gale . 2024-09-28

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Fantastic food, great ambiance and good value for money. It was nice to meet chef Cyrus at the end of the meal too

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Ross . 2024-09-28

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Highly recommended!!!! The ambience, the menu, the waiters, all superb!!! Premium!!!!

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Gamers Paradise . 2024-09-28

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I took a friend who had never heard of this place. Having been before and having previously a great experience. I was keen to return. Arriving in the evening for the Khaadraas supper club event. A set menu of three courses, consisting of beautifully crafted and presented dishes. My friend had concerns, as he had never heard of these dishes before and was more used to the traditional Indian restaurants in town. He need not have worried. As soon as the first bite of our starter was taken, he was blown away with the flavour, each bite better than the last. Because of how popular this evening was. Each course had some time before the next. This made the evening all the more relaxing as you never felt rushed. In addition, this gave is opportunity to savour the Malabar ipa (a little pricey) which matched up well with our food. For dessert we had Cyrus's take on Creme Caramel. On first spoonful my friend was not so impressed. By the second, he was converted and devoured it! My friends comment at the end of this meal, was that it was probably the best Indian dinner that he had ever eaten. We must say a huge thank you to Cyrus, Pervin and all the wonderful team for such a fantastic experience. I hope to be back in the near future.

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Brian . 2024-09-27

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We had a wonderful anniversary lunch. The food was delicious, especially the smoky aubergine & crispy dosa. I enjoyed a raspberry and ginger cocktail - very refreshing. Mr & Mrs Todiwala's came out to chat and congratulate us, which was a special treat for my husband who is a big fan. We had such a lovely time & we are looking forward to going back to work our way through the rest of the menu.

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Rabinder . 2024-09-26

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Top Class real Indian food. Cooking and service are great and achieve a standard most so called Indian restaurants can only dream of. Fabulous Dal Makhani, properly filled dosas and brilliant biryani. Delicious cocktails alcoholic and alcohol free. It’s worth the journey and beats your local take away hands down.

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Derek G . 2024-09-22

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Cafe Spice has fast rocketed up to the number one Indian restaurant in London for me. The meal we had there was sublime- and the team dealt with a large party of 14 so smoothly- can't recommend a visit here more!

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Katy-Anne H . 2024-09-20

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A great evening with colleagues and friends following an hectic day at the excellent Casual Dining Show. The menu boasted authentically prepared dishes that delighted senses, presenting an irresistible array of flavors and textures. The experience was made even more special when Cyrus and Pervin took the time to visit our table. The restaurant's setting is truly remarkable - as the sun dips below Canary Wharf, diners are treated to panoramic views of the Docklands and the bustling City airport. This unique ambiance, coupled with the superb cuisine, solidifies the venue's place as a must-visit for food lovers. We're grateful to Cyrus and Pervin for crafting such a memorable dining experience.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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jonathan knight . 2024-09-19

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There is no better chef in the UK than Cyrus Todiwala, and you just will not be able to recreate the amazing selection at home (although his books are very good too). The peshwari naans surely rank among the best in the world. This restaurant also uses sustainable fish, which is really important to consumers like me, with literature available near the bathrooms. The prices are very reasonable, and the trip there on the DLR is always a delight. Best restaurant in the UK without a doubt.

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Juliet Armstrong . 2024-09-17

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If you’ve not been to Cafe Spice Namaste yet you are honestly missing out. I went for the first time for my Dad’s 60th yesterday and I couldn’t fault it. I don’t normally like indian food since i’m not good with spice, but there was something for everyone on the menu. The flavours were exquisite without the chilli being overbearing. Last year we went to an indian style curry michelin star restaurant and it didn’t come close to the quality and service we received at cafe spice. The staff are kind, and genuinely intent on sharing their cooking to please their customers. The ambience in the restaurant was friendly, lively but not loud with great acoustics. I know it’s situated right out East, but it’s worth the trip! Thank you cafe spice namaste!

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Eva . 2024-09-14

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We were welcomed into the restaurant , which at 1 pm was empty (for the whole time we were there, there were only 2 other diners). The three of us had the tasting menu (£75 per person). We enjoyed the thick crisps with 4 home made dips and the first course of slices of duck on a bed of greenery and a sweet sauce. The next few courses were interesting but progressively more spicy hot. A large samosa had lots of tiny bits of green chilly in it and was so spicy hot that it burnt my tongue, which was still sore the next day. By this time we were full so couldn't do justice to the next dish of 3 types of meat. We skipped the next courses and went to the dessert. We should have checked how hot the food would be before we ordered. The cost of the wine was reasonable. The hot spiciness of some of the food detracted from what was otherwise a very enjoyable lunch.

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Mike . 2024-09-12

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As usual the food was delicious! The service was very friendly and the ambience was perfect for catching up with friends and family.

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Tim . 2024-09-12

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I recently had a fantastic experience at Café Spice Namasté in East London! The staff was amazing—friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. They took the time to explain the menu and offer recommendations, and their pride in the food they were serving was evident. Chef Cyrus Todiwala's passion for traditional Indian cooking was on full display, with each dish bursting with flavor. Overall, I highly recommend Café Spice Namasté! The delicious food, sustainable sourcing, and exceptional staff made for a memorable dining experience. If you're looking for an incredible Indian restaurant in London that cares about the food they serve, Café Spice Namasté should be at the top of your list!

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Antonio . 2024-09-07

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Great food, beautiful location by the docks. The host Pervin and her husband Cyrus are extremely welcoming and friendly. Great place to enjoy a Saturday/ Sunday brunch with family and friends. Just a short 5 min walk from Galleons Reach DLR station. Easily accessible from central London via Elizabeth line to customs house excel. Will definitely visit again soon! Great Value for Money

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Karl . 2024-08-31

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We made a long trek from Woking to East London and it was worth it. Service was attentive throughout. Food was in ‘small plates’ like Indian tapas perhaps?? And was superb: meat and fish dishes, and veggie dishes all carefully prepared and imaginatively presented. Beetroot and coconut samosas were so good we ordered them again! Apple crumble samosa for dessert was exquisite. Coffee was extremely smooth too but I really wanted a bigger cup!

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Chris . 2024-08-31

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The best Indian I ever been too. Food world class, staff and service exceptional and if you want proper indian food then don't bother looking elsewhere. Great place for family, couples and friends to enjoy the best food which is cooked exceptionally by the best indian chef!!! Best place to have party or to have them cater for any events!

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Dharmendra . 2024-08-28

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We had a fantastic graduation party for our son at Cafe Spice. Cyrus and Pervin were excellent hosts, and the staff was friendly and professional. The food was superb, with vibrant presentations. The cafe's waterfront location and cozy decor added to the great atmosphere. Highly recommended!

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Vibha Sheth . 2024-08-27

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We were unsure as to what of the many dishes we would try. Especially as we are not local to the restaurant, returning will not be as often as we would like We decided on the taster menu to sample different flavours. We were not disappointed in any way.

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ROGER PAUL . 2024-08-24

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Really interesting menu and beautifully put together food. Fascinating venue/location too. Loved it.

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Nick . 2024-08-24

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We had an amazing meal at Café Spice Namasté on Friday evening. It was a special menu in celebration of Parsee New Year. There were five courses although most of them could have quite happily been a meal in themselves. Cyrus Todiwala, the chef-patron, described all the food to begin with and the flavours of each dish lived up to the descriptions. A particular highlight was the chicken thigh marinated in hot green masala, crumbed and egg-fried, with a delicious Russian salad to go with it. The staff, led by Cyrus's wife Pervin, were incredibly friendly and helpful, and it felt more like a meal served by good friends rather than a restaurant. We would thoroughly recommend Café Spice and it is certainly worth the journey for a visit.

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Tony & Farhad Cooper-Musson . 2024-08-19

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Please do not change what was a superior quality, do not reduce the quantities, do not exagerate with the spicy taste. We really need the usual Chef to be back despite the bank holidays. Please: Samosa good but cut in two and served in a smaller portion, Chicken Tikka a bit dry and Beef Xacutti too spicy for Europeans. Fish was fresh although no taste and with the highest layer of very salted green sauce I have ever tasted. Rose Kulfi dessert cut in few small pieces. Gentle service as always but it is jot enaugh: we will be back when the wonder couple is back too!

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Laradu . 2024-08-19

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Incredible food, incredible location and incredibly friendly and accommodating hosts. I can't count the number of times I've been back, the food is always incredible (saying this as a parsee). Cyrus and Pervin are always so friendly - they make you feel as if you were at home among family. I'd recommend the whole menu - our favourites were the beetroot and coconut samosa chaat and the lamb dhansaak.

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Dinyar . 2024-08-17

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Cyrus has always been a good chef. But last night he joined the ranks of great Indian Chefs. Cafe Spice Namasté is now on a par with Chutney Mary in London and The Indian Accent in Delhi. You won’t get chicken tikka masala but you will enjoy genuine Indian food based on Cyrus deep and varied knowledge of Indian cuisine. Sometimes even with a modern twist. And sometimes with a talk about what you are eating. He is a fascinating speaker and willing to share his secrets with those of us who aspire to knocking off his top spot. Some hopes! Whenever I think I am there he pulls something new out of the hat. Great raw materials rule and Cyrus supports rare breeds and small producers. Try his ice cream made specially for Cafe Spice. The view of the old Royal Docks is great at sunset. Mrs Todiwalla, Pervin leads the front of house with warmth, a smile and skill and a team of long term staff who are super friendly and recognise old friends and welcome new ones. However busy they are they seem to have time and a smile for everyone. There is even a Tamil in the open kitchen and he stops work for me to practice my basic Tamil. And prices are remarkably reasonable so go quickly before Cyrus gets the Michelin star he deserves and prices are forced up.

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Hirsh . 2024-08-16

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On our first visit to the restaurant, we found lovely friendly staff, excellent food and fantastic location overlooking the river. We also met Mr Todiwala and his wife who were so friendly which enhanced a lovely experience. This will become our regular restaurant for Indian food

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John . 2024-08-15

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From start to finish the experience was memorable. Service was prompt without being overbearing, knowledge of staff was spot on. Food was amazing and plentiful. The owner came out , from the kitchen, to speak and sign a book, chatted for a good 20 minutes, down to earth and welcoming…….i would highly recommend.

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Lee . 2024-08-10

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Cafe Spice Namaste is a hidden gem and it shouldn't be because everyone needs to know about it. The food is so delicious and different to what you usually find in Indian restaurants, it's crafted with a real passion and that's obvious with every mouthful. The staff are knowledgeable and attentive and add to the experience. This place deserves every success so get down to Royal Albert Wharf soon to find out what I'm talking about.

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Alison . 2024-08-03

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The best food we have tasted, the menu was superb

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Alan tayler . 2024-08-02

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Tricky to get to if one doesn’t follow the directions on ‘how to find us’ obediently. Warmth of welcome is heart warming. Mr and Mrs Todiwallah and staff are friendly and food is good. We chose Indian dishes not on the menu of our local Indian menus. So we had the Goan pork vindaloo and okra which were nicely accompanied by the caramel onion basmati rice. The mango and papaya salad though finely cut and nicely presented could have had a sharper dressing. Apple crumble samosa with ice cream was delightful. Bibineca a Goan pancake is an acquired texture but lovely coconut taste. Pistachio kulfi very fine texture and thinly sliced. I would have preferred it served chunkier and rolled in chopped pistachio nuts, less chance of melting before reaching the table. A spice trail indeed getting here but most memorable meal.

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Gek Lee . 2024-08-01

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What a find !! Had done a search for somehting near our overnight hotel at London City airport and boy did Cafe Spice Namaste tick every box. Not a massive menu which always appeals to me but everything we had was exquisite. Michelin level Indian cuisine with amazing attention to detail and superb serive also. Not to mention the location :-) Highy reccomend, you will not be dissapointed.

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Ian . 2024-07-30

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Do not judge cafe spice as your typical Indian restaurant. Although you may recognise some of the names of the dishes, don't be fooled. This is Indian food fine dining. A selection of perfectly spiced and blended taste sensations are available as sharing bowls or individual taste trips. The cost of the food is very affordable, complimented by some great value wines. Well worth the trip. We had a takeaway lunch and an evening meal. The hosts made us feel like family. Outstanding and we live in West Yorkshire where we literally have hundreds of Indian food outlets to choose from. They don't compare.

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Too Old To Die Young . 2024-07-28

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We chose the tasting menu. Everyone of the eight courses was incredible. A flavour sensation. Service was impeccable. A restaurant that demands a return visit.

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. 2024-07-27

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Their portions are small but charge normal price but it's not especially tasty ,the nanny tasted like it was store bought and stale .

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dawn tsang . 2024-07-27

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This was a great experience. And beautiful food

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kuldeep singh . 2024-07-24

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Great location with nice views of the water front. Decorated for a cosy atmosphere. Very friendly & professional staff. Food was good with vibrant presentations. Recommended for a visit with families to spend a great time while enjoying the food and views.

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Rasanga Gunawardena . 2024-07-21

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We had a lovely meal at cafe spice. Cyrus and Pervin are excellent hosts. The food is superb. We had the tasting menu which was lovely.

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KatyC . 2024-07-20

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If you love food, this is the place for you. A must visit venue.

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DavidW . 2024-07-19

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Superb food, excellent service and a real gem to go to.

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ValerieI . 2024-07-18

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