Caraway in Redbridge

The atmosphere was very nice specially the singer Kertan was a good singer

Sadly Caraway is no longer the premium restaurant it was in its heyday. We recently visited after a long time and everything has changed. They have a random (tacky looking) mithai shop in the middle which has ruined the atmosphere. The venue is near empty these days and the food isn't as good as it used to be. Very sad to see it go downhill as this was one of the top places to go pre-COVID.

We booked the events room for a birthday celebration and had an amazing experience from start to finish. Ansh, the manager, was incredibly helpful and attentive. He ensured every detail we requested was taken care of, and his professionalism truly stood out. The entire evening went smoothly thanks to his efforts. The food was delicious, the service was prompt, and the atmosphere was perfect for a relaxed celebration. It was quiet enough to have conversations without any interruptions. Although finding parking was a bit challenging, everything else made up for it. Vegetarian options were excellent, and for the kids, they thoughtfully served chicken nuggets and fries. Highly recommend hosting your events here.

Lots of vegan options. I had the soya chops and tofu dishes ( from the tandoor). Really nice! Would love them to have masala chai ( vegan friendly) or vegan friendly mango lassi. There was a really good live singer too. Excellent service.

We had booked the events room for a birthday received excellent customer service from the manager, Ansh. From start to finish his help and assistance on everything we had asked for to make the evening a special one was faultless. Would highly recommend booking your events with them.

Great place with live music now . Lovely food as always .! Best food in ilford! Please support this business- wonderful place 🙏🏼❤️

Was delighted to visit Caraway for lunch. It was through word of mouth that I came to know of this restaurant. The food was good. The service and atmosphere were great. I will visit again.

We visited Caraway for some Sunday lunch and found the food to be excellent. For starters went for the Mirchi Paneer and the Seekh kebabs. Both were very tasty and I’d certainly order again. For the mains we had Lall Maas lamb - as recommended by our terrific waitress Lima. Also the Choosa Makani chicken, which came with a nice tomato sauce. Both were very good and I’d second the recommendations. It was a quiet Sunday lunch, so hard to judge the atmosphere, but food and service wise, this restaurant is an excellent choice and I will visit again soon.

POOR PORTION SIZE! container box the food came in in ONLY 1" deep. NO yogurt/dhai in the chaat! salad we received was ONLY onions! sauces in tub half empty. We ask for mild but rood was spicy! NOT happy with our order!!

Meet Patel's outstanding service and the delicious Chinese cuisine combined to create an exceptional dining experience.

Full marks to the tandoori platter! Reminded me of Amritsar. Staff was warm, like you’re dining at your cousin’s wedding. Full marks to the tandoori platter! Reminded me of Amritsar. Staff was warm, like you’re dining at your cousin’s wedding

Food was solid, service was quick, and the vibe? Pure Punjabi! Music was decent too – missing only a dhol

Food was solid, service was quick, and the vibe? Pure Punjabi! Music was decent too – missing only a dhol

A lovely restaurant in Ilford with delicious food from starters to mains. The service by Meet Patel was exceptional—very kind and unique in his approach. The Chinese dishes were especially tasty and well-prepared. Highly recommended!

My favourite place.... Nice food... Test was always good

Not impressed with the food. It was bland and didn’t seem fresh. The place itself is fine, and the staff were okay, but the meal just wasn’t worth the price. Probably wouldn’t come back for the food.

Loved the ambience. Staff was very friendly. Had paneer with roti and Dal rice. Perfect taste. Will definitely recommend and visit again. Thank you

Very nice vegan options. Great traditional place and service.

I used to love the food at Caraway, but not sure if they have a new chef, but the food is not as good especially in the last 6 months. The chicken chettinadu was overly spiced with clove and not as spicy as it previously was, also the dhal Caraway(personal family favourite) was bland. Disappointed as it was our favourite Indian restaurant and I’ve recommended to many friends.

Great food, generous portions. Meet served us, he was polite, professional and friendly. We really felt comfortable and relaxed.

Decent food, service was very good. Only issue is staff don't seem to know the ingredients in their dishes. Not a major issue but makes it easier if you have dietary issues.

Excellent food as always. Lovely decor inside . Meet Patel and the other staff provided outstanding service. One of the best Indian restaurants in ilford.

Really taste food, proper taste from back home! And lovely customer service from all the staff and especially Meet!

Was at a birthday party at this venue and I thoroughly enjoyed the evening. The Indian food was as good as it gets. I have eaten here before and the high standard is consistent. I was with Asian friends on each occasion and it is safe to assume that Indian people would be reliable connoisseurs of Indian food. You will certainly not be disappointed if you eat here. It is genuine Indian cuisine.

Great service from Meet, food was also good.

Meet Patel was a great host and provided a great service to our family out for a birthday meal thank you for you great service

Very tasteful food, best butter chicken I have had! Really friendly and nice staff. Ansj nice and prompt service

Amazing food and service…Thanks mr jain and their team to look after us means a lot thank you Ansh…the best restaurant at east london 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

Salty food Salty food. Naans crispy.

The food was absolutely delicious,every bite was a flavour explosion .I want to thank arsh for making our dinner experience very unforgettable ❤️

Chilli Paneer was awesome but in other Paneer items like Paneer Tikka Masala quality requires improvement.

Fantastic place food was great and front of house Mr ansh was great providing excellent service and was most hospital a great place to come relax and enjoy fine dining at its best thanks again Mr ansh

Really great Indian food. Felt like home.

Amazong services by Ansh.. Tasty food.... Considering to come again...

Went last night for Valentine’s Day. I have been here multiple times and the lamb chop masala never fails to disappoint!! My boyfriend really liked the karahi chicken and we also got daal which was nice and creamy. Mango lassi is a must too! Will keep on coming here.

Food of caraway is like Ohh Myyy Godddd..literally the ambience, service and Food made me crazy about this place…Best Indian restaurant in East London❤️❤️

Mesmerising food nd very good service

Such a lovely place to eat…The food And service amazing❤️❤️❤️

Great service, food and ambience! Would come again

Great Indian, lots of options and really decent value. Staff were very helpful and patient. We ordered chana masala, chilli paneer, daal and paneer tikka masala and a few other bits. Really good vibe inside with the DJ and the tunes. Would visit again, one of the best Indians in the area

Group of 8 went there for meal , what a disaster. Food was cold, naan bread burnt and was tasteless. Do not go there, other better options near by.

Group of 8 of us went there to celebrate birthday. Food was cold. Naan was burnt. Service was slow. Better places to go nearby.

We ordered 4 different dishes, however it was spilt during the delivery and all dishes were mixed with each other. Not happy at all. £ 73 were wasted

We hosted my sons 1st birthday party at Caraway! The hotel manager gave us a fantastic deal and we were happy with the service received by all the staff members. The food was also tasty and scrumptious. DJ given at a discounted rate !

Excellent food and wonderful service always! Love this place

I recommend coming here because it has amazing food and the place is very beautiful and welcoming

Foood was great and at very reasonable price. Quic service 5 star

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Had really great food and service. Thanks to Ansh for looking after us.

Very delicious food and excellent service; especially the guy with grey black sweater have a good communication skill the way he treated us is appreciable and on the other hand the restaurant’s food makes the best combination.Best restaurant in illford

Caraway food and service is very good staff is also very helpful

The delicious food, friendly service, and charming ambiance made for a memorable experience. Will definitely be back again to one of the best Indian food in East London

Ansh bharti best person in restaurant and he’s really friendly and soft talking person

The food of caraway really amazing..today i experienced the best indian good in london since from the september also the service is also very good..Thanks Ansh for giving us the best suggestions about the food also for the best service ❤️❤️

Lovely food, the best Indian restaurant I've found in east London so far

Ansh from the staff ,who serve. Us was really kind and mannered. We loved the food and service here ..thanku for such a great service

Food was really tasty and portions were generous. I liked the music that they were playing.

Great variety of authentic Indian cuisine. Very attentive staff. Lovely interior. Wonderful experience all around and I would say reasonably priced. I would recommend to everyone who likes authentic Indian food.

Really good service. A favourite with my father. The change of menu has improved the taste and presentation. Biriyani was somewhat bland, but green chilli helped with taste. You could tell that the chicken was pre-cooked and topped up with sauce. Restaurant needs to improve the water pressure in washrooms.

If you're looking for authentic North Indian food, Caraway is the place to be! It's our go-to restaurant for experiencing the richness of North Indian flavors. The Dal Caraway (Dal Makhani) is an absolute showstopper—creamy, perfectly spiced, and bursting with authentic taste. It's a dish you simply cannot miss! Another must-try is their Kala Khatta, which is refreshingly unique and balances the meal perfectly. Adding to the experience is the warm hospitality of the owner, Ramesh Ji, who is a humble and gracious host. His dedication to quality and authenticity is evident in every dish. Highly recommend Caraway for anyone craving real North Indian flavors!

BEST RESTAURANT IN EAST LONDON!! Update date 26/12/24 - Food is even better than it used to be, curries are mouth watering, starters have a great kick to them, naans are great and drinks taste super refreshing. They have certainly improved this place since my last visit, MUST VISIT!! Went there for a family meal during the 50% off promotion. Excellent food and great atmosphere... Their milkshakes are a must have.. The Kurkuri Bhindi and the Chilli Paneer were out of the world.. For the mains, the noodles and the paneer were top-notch.. Overall, my experience was as good as it could be.. I will definitely come again and I recommend it as well.

Food is simply amazing 👏🤩😋. Never tasted food this good, highly recommended, my go to place for any occasion! Love everything about here, staff is very friendly and eager to help as well! Music nights are absolutely spectacular 👌😍‼️

The food quality is ok. We ordered food but the food was very spicy. I ordered a dosa for my toddler girl but it was also spicy and not good. A normal Masala dosa was more like a mysore rava masala dosa. And looks like the chef has less knowledge in cooking than a normal person like me. They didn’t replace it and I had to pay for it as well. I would not recommend this if you don't like spicy food.

Recent experience was OK. Once guaranteed outstanding Punjabi food but this visit was a bit disappointing overall. Won't put me off but not a must visit.

They serve good food, I enjoy the starters. Parking is a big problem.

Food has been always good and but the service could be improved during rush hours

I visited this restaurant after almost 8 years, expecting the same great experience as before, but unfortunately, I was left very disappointed. We ordered: • Seekh kebab (1/5): Overly salty and tasted like frozen kebabs rather than fresh ones. • Chilli paneer (5/5): The only starter we truly enjoyed. • Butter chicken (3/5): Lacked flavor compared to butter chicken I’ve had elsewhere; definitely not worth the price. • Biryani (1/5): A complete letdown. It lacked flavor and authenticity. Previously, it was served in a hot clay pot, piping hot and flavorful. This time, it came in a small, open bowl, wasn’t hot, had too many raw onions, and didn’t taste like biryani at all. Overall, the food was bland and uninspiring. The chilli paneer was the only saving grace, but spending over £40 on a meal where more than half went uneaten felt like a waste. I had been raving about this place to my husband, but he barely ate anything because the food was so disappointing—and I felt the same. The service has also deteriorated significantly. The waitstaff seemed slow and uninterested, which added to the frustration. To make things worse, they’ve opened a mithai shop at the front of the restaurant, which ruins the atmosphere and makes the dining space feel cramped. Would I return? Unfortunately, no. With better-tasting food available nearby for the same price (or less), this place is no longer worth visiting. It’s sad to see how much the quality of food and service has declined compared to what it used to be. I can’t recommend this restaurant to anyone anymore.

We recently visited Caraway Gants Hill for my mum’s 60th birthday, expecting a memorable experience from a restaurant we once enjoyed. We had been there over six years ago, and back then, Caraway had a well-earned reputation for excellent food and attentive service. Unfortunately, this visit was a complete disaster from start to finish. The evening started with painfully slow service, and our food arrived at completely different times, making it impossible to enjoy a meal together as a family. Several of us ordered dosa, which came out cold and without the sambal daal it was supposed to have. My mum, the guest of honor, was served last, which felt careless and disappointing on such an important occasion. Earlier in the night, a waiter spilled a drink on my young nephew. Instead of taking responsibility, the manager on duty—Salek—tried to shift the blame onto my nephew. Salek, who seemed inexperienced and overwhelmed, struggled to manage the team effectively, leading to repeated mistakes. Drinks were made incorrectly several times and had to be sent back, and it was clear that the staff was poorly organized and unable to meet basic service standards. The worst part was that my husband ended up with food poisoning from our meal, which is unacceptable. We will be taking this further with health and safety authorities. Although the restaurant offered a 20% discount, it was insufficient to make up for the ruined celebration and the health risk we faced. Caraway Gants Hill has clearly declined in quality and no longer lives up to its past reputation. What used to be a reliable choice for excellent food and service is now a place we will avoid, and we cannot recommend it to anyone who values quality, professionalism, or even basic food safety. Our family left feeling let down, frustrated, and genuinely concerned.

Incompetent staff, Avoid at all cost

Absolutely terrible. Disorganised, unprofessional and lackluster all round. Haven't been here for several years. It used to be great. Do not recommend and strongly suggest anyone avoids this hideous excuse for a restaurant. The best part of the night was leaving.

Popular restaurant in Gants Hill which is always busy with the local people. Ample seating with the restaurant good for birthday celebrations and events. Staff polite and friendly. The food is of a good standard, adequate portions sizes. Best to get multiple dishes. Parking within the area is limited, good access to public transport immediately outside.

Biryani veered too much to the rice side of the rice/meat ratio. Have had better... and for a lot less in terms of cost. Had to ask three times about the drinks I ordered at the same time as the food. When they did finally arrive, which was just as we were getting to the end of the main courses, the milkshake reminded me of mildly flavoured milk rather than a decent shake. First and last visit.

We had an event at caraways and they did a really great job! Krish was very responsive and helpful in making our event exactly what we wanted. Food and service was very good and everyone said they had a nice time.

1 out of 2 times they will forget an item!!?

We were a group of 2 families with a mix of veg and non veg preferences. Starters: we ordered a number of veg and non veg starters, all very well done. Our favorite was veg Manchurian, mirchi paneer and chicken lollipop Drinks: we ordered non alcoholic drinks for the kids and run for the adults. No complains, we were provided with a separate glass of ice for the drinks Main course: again a mix of veg and non veg; dal caraway, paneer kadhai, laal maas (non veg) were amazing. Special shout out to laal maas which is a Rajasthani dish and very well made. We loved the food, service and the overall ambience. Would highly recommend, probably the best Indian cuisine in the area; and yeah we have tried a number of them in the 6 mile radius. Thank you

I came here about 4 years ago and was lovely. Sadly our return trip was not good. Food was very disappointing and overpriced. On my walk to the bathroom, I thought the place could do with a good clean. Everything looked grubby.

Delicious food, reasonably priced and great service!

Had a brilliant meal with excellent service Will be back soon

One of the best Indian food you can find in London. Have loads of variety for vegetarian as well. Staff is very generous and respectful. Highly recommend.

Today I visited the restaurant with my friends. We absolutely loved the food. But we did not like the service. It was pathetic. Kitchen supposed to closed at 3 pm but we have been told it was at 2 pm.

ordered biryani not worth for money. Waste of money

Really disappointing meal . Ive been going to this restaurant for the last 15 years . Today the food quality was at its worst. We literally had a spoonful of each curry - I would say it was inedible. I kept asking if it was new management or new chef . I even asked the manager if he was new - he said no he’ not new - i said i’ve never seen him before- he said he’s been there for 3 months. Sorry but I won’t be returning.

This was our first time at Caraway and the food was absolutely stunning so we will definitely be back again.

Beautiful mixed grill, amazing curries

Delicious food, will order again

I went in there the restaurant was completely empty only 2 tables of customers I had 3 people and a baby and the waiter reckon there’s only one table available were there’s no room for me to park my baby buggy and the waiter started getting rude saying it’s this table or nothing

Excellent service, mouthwatering dishes,,the food here is just next level! Best Indian restaurant to go to!

Caraway is always a safe option for good Indian food. The food is tasty and always consistent! I love the fabulous paintings inside the restaurant. I loved the Peshwari Naan and Chicken starter.

Don’t want to give a single star to food bcz of worse experience small portion of starter and and karahi chiken was also not good this my visit and and last visit too

Regular visitor to this place.food is delicious, service is good and within budget

The service was good enough however the food has changed in taste to what I remember it to be. Even tho we had requested for a couple of our dishes to be spicy it wasn’t the case. Over all experience was ok. Would I come back anytime soon? Maybe not there’s Sahara grill across the road better spot in my opinion

I recently had a birthday dinner in the private room. It was nothing short of exceptional. The manager Ramesh, Ravi, and the rest of the staff did a fantastic job. The atmosphere of the restaurant, the service during the event and the food were 10/10. All my guests were very impressed with how well the staff catered to their needs, making the experience very pleasant. I would certainly recommend a visit to Caraway, and looking forward to my next visit!

I ordered petis pois, but didn;t get them

Worst food no spice no salt I got a bad stomach after eating there too small portions don’t waste your money on it

Food was not satisfied with the value you paid, and it was very expensive .plus cold It could be either change of ownership or Lack of staff. Would I recommend!

We had a fantastic time and the service was brilliant. Lots of attention and patience for a large group and large order! The food was delicious! The ambiance was lovely. A fantastic night. x

Very nice experience with caraway last weekend one of the best place in the area on duty staff was very nice heartly welcomed by RAJSHEKHAR PARMAR

absolutely horrible. are you sure your lamb is LAMB ? i very much doubt it, nothing fresh about any of the food we ordered. all i could see in the curries was peppers and onions, it was like find the meat in the curry competition !!!! all the food was terrible from starters to mains. how can you serve food like this. i was very sceptical in the first place as walking to it we see many restaurants full and very busy. this had 2 customers in other tables only. but it was late so decided to try it. not recommended at all. it’s very dark and dingy inside. toilets filthy and smelly. obviously we won’t be EVER going in there again.

I went during a Tuesday evening place was relatively empty and super peaceful the staff were super friendly and accommodating. The food was amazing I mainly had the non veg but some of my family who had the veg version said it was really good.

Tasted amazing especially the chicken