Curry Garden in Havering

The worst decision I’ve ever made was going into this restaurant . Should have know as was empty but we thought (give it a go) well we waited and waited for our starters( 45-50 minutes ) still being the only two people in there we thought must be very fresh as taking a while . Well we thought wrong, salad on starter looked like last weeks and the meat was so over seasoned it was like they we’re trying to disguise it , also the dips for our poppadoms were dried out and nasty looking . Needless to say we didn’t wait for the mains ( could have been there all night !) Don’t be fooled by the nice decor or low lighting this is not worth your time or your money .

Went for a meal on monday night with a mate, 5 course banquet £11.95 great value the food was superb and the staff was great, good atmosphere as there was a group of 30 in there as well all having a great time,will be going back soon,so many options on the menu to try,👍😀.

It all started on a Saturday when we arrived we was seated at a table with dirty tablecloths, no napkins, no cutlery then when given then was just plonked on the table and not placed nicely next to us. We also ordered a rose spritz and I was told that the rose wine was sold by the bottle 🍾and we could have white wine as that comes by the glass 🍷 once I receive my white wine the man then came over and said that he has found a drop of rose and do I want it so I said no as if it was sold by the bottle and how comes he has some left 🤔 The woman on the next table ordered the lamb curry she cut into it and she said the smell that come off of it was like it was off and rotten 🤢🤮🥴 the men kept telling her that she didn’t like the sauce that was on it and was not tacking any notice of what she was saying After a long time our main meal arrived with cold spicy chips that felt they was microwave so we decided that between the woman having gone off lamb and us having cold chips we didn’t was to eat out mains so we asked nicely if we could have out food taken away and we would pay for out drinks and popadom starter and we would like to go 🤢❌ The man then refuse to give us the bill as he wanted us to play the full amount and as my mother was talking calmly to him he turned around put has back to my mum and stared talking to another member of staff We finally payed for the drinks and starters and left. I decided to take the woman’s number in the next table just in case any of us got ill we could back each other up. And then when I got home the lady texted me and said that he was talking about us to them saying that we just wanted a free meal So I would say the curry garden is : Unprofessional and unclean and that we would not go back ❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌❌

We always used Curry Garden when we lived in collier Row and it was excellent. We went back for old times sake, what a mistake. 8.00pm on a Friday night and the restaurant was empty, we shouldn't have stayed. No one else came in, the phone didn't even ring for a takeaway. Took forever for drinks to come, then more than forever for food. In the end we paid for drinks and left. What a disappointment, I assume it's been sold on and the people of Collier Row know to avoid.

Decided to go back to this restaurant as not been for a while and it was a family birthday. I used to come here with a lot of the girls from work and it was always really lovely, sauces etc were free, the food was hot and very tasty. Unfortunately this is not the case now since it has been under new management. The first really poor thing is that they no longer take card payments, only cash! This is a real pain as then you have to wander around looking for a cash point assuming that it works. We were literally the only ones in there. We all ordered our starters and asked for poppadoms which have now gone up to ridiculous 65p each!, They also charge 65p per pot of dips. The Mango is literally like sauce, not nice at all. The poppadoms were dripping in oil. Bearing in mind we were the only ones in here we still had to wait nearly half an hour for our starters. When they did arrive they were very very mediocre and cold! The chicken smelt like it had gone off and because of this I left mine. The meat was tough and tasteless. When the mains arrived they were literally half the portion size of when they were under the previous management. Personally I doubt we will go back, the place is dead and there is no personal touch like there was before. You had around 3 to 4 waiters smartly dressed and they were very attentive, now there is literally one waiter who doesn't interact at all with the customers. It seems to me that this place is now lacking in everything, atmosphere and every single item is charged meaning that an £11.95 meal then turns into twice that because of the extras that they charge you for. A small bottle of coke is £2.95 which is extortionate, conveniently they don't offer pump Pepsi. The range of beers is minimal. It seems to me that this place is barely trading and will no doubt close down soon.

This restaurant cannot handle customer needs. Me and my husband live close by but decided to order for delivery I was ill. We ordered through just eat app and it said the food will be there in 45 min- 1 hour. We called them after an hour and a half, they said it was on its way, bit odd considering we live 5 mins away. It came after 1 hour and 45 mins.. and had a item missing and cold. When we noticed we tried to flag the driver down, he looked at us and drive off. So we called the restaurant to inform them of the missing item and how cold it was. They said they will deliver it as soon as they could. We demanded it be delivered right away considering they made us wait 45 mins extra and we could not eat without the missing item. They said they will deliver it...its been 3 days now and we are still waiting...never ordering from them again they don't deserve our money or custom

Please do not order from this restaurant. We are loyal customers for a few years so keep going back. Tonight we thought we'd have a take away such a bad idea as it had been in the past. Half our order was missing that we'd paid for, call back and they put the phone down on me. Continue to phone with no answer eventually they answer and was told they would bring missing item's but half hour later didn't turn up continue to phone restaurant but no reply for the next hour. We had 4 items missing plus wrong items and stale popadoms will be visiting restaurant for a refund hopefully. Would not recommended unless you want to waste you're money

Had a takeaway sat night super fast service! Food as lovely as ever! Normally eat in but hubby was unwell so we had a takeaway instead! We have had many family and friends birthday here and taken many people you are never rushed here and can take your time enjoy the atmosphere and food! I think it’s the best curry house in Collier row

We came to celebrate our daughter's birthday. The food was really good and the service was second to none. We'll definitely visit again.

This truly is the best Indian food in Essex. My partner and I have eaten in most around and still return here time and time again. It is now under new management and we couldn't believe it was even better than before. This is one place not to be missed from Chicken Tikka to vindaloo give it a try you will not be disappointed.

Rather than sitting at home watching the football or going to the pub I grabbed my iPad and went for a curry here. Very welcoming and polite, friendly staff was seated right by the window, wasn’t impressed when I felt something on my arm and did a ninja move to swipe the cobweb from the cupboard next to me across to the table. ) only real downside to my visit) I ordered a drink and looked through the menu and having explained that I have a bit allergy was told the ‘Create your own’ Masala Curry was only item that contained nuts... Tava Roll as a starter - An Indian street food specially spiced lamb wrapped in a roti, came with a salad. however, it’s preprepared and tasted dried out so I suspect was left in a cool fridge uncovered...finished that then ordered my main course. Acharie as my main - Chicken cooked with chopped onions, lemon juice coconut, mint yoghurt and honey... And that was all with the obligatory Cobra lathers throughout the evening. Pleasant atmosphere and evening.

I visited with my wife and son for an early evening meal to compare the restaurant against the nearby "Raj of India" where we had eaten recently. They both advertise 5 course banquets which is a reasonably cheap way of getting a good meal with your choice of dishes. I've visited a lot of different Indian restaurants around the country offering this type of deal but unfortunately the Curry Garden version is totally different to all the others I have been to so be aware before you visit. We were kindly welcomed and shown to a table and told that poppadoms weren't part of the 5 course banquet!!! (I should have asked more then but didn't), so we ordered some along with drinks. We then started to look at the menu and questioned what we got for the 5 courses. A starter, main, side, rice and a tea/coffee was the reply. We asked if we could have something else instead of the tea/coffee but was told no we couldn't. The King Prawn dishes had a surcharge of £3.00 which is more than I have seen before. We then looked further into the menu to select our meals. My wife doesn't normally have a side dish and we asked to swap the side dish for a naan bread to go with the rice. We were told we couldn't change any of the courses on the menu because it was a good deal as it was. I told the server that if that was the case we would finish the poppadoms and drinks and leave. Whilst we were still eating the poppadoms the bill was handed to us and the attitude changed. We finished quickly and left and walked a few doors up to the "Raj of India" where we had a lovely 5 course banquet (see other review). I've never known an Indian restaurant as unhelpful and unwilling to change as this one was, I won't be visiting again. Please ask before you order anything to avoid disappointment.

Been here a few times and the food is always good,never disappoints.Restaurant can be busy but gives it a lively atmosphere.Booked a table for 16 and we all got our food at the same time,well done to the waiters and chef.

My friend and I have tried a few Indian restaurants in Collier Row but I must say curry garden was fab great value, tasty, service excellent but not too much that it annoyed you. Meal checks done offer to help with dishes we weren’t sure off must say can’t wait to go back well done to Chefs and staff 😋

the food was fine but we did not expect to be charged £1.50 each per papadoms ! and extra for the condiments to go with.

Always enjoyed the food cooked to however you want and always helpful if unsure, duck tikka is a must

This was the Cardamom lounge. So the two items are the same restaurant but the Cardamom Lounge is an out of date name and should not appear here. We always like what we eat here and the menu has some unusual items. Alcohol is on the menu. Staff are friendly. Recommended

Half an hour to receive menus. Half an hour to get served. 45 minutes waiting for starters. Appetite was completely lost by the time we got round to eating. Only 4 tables in the restaurant so absolutely no excuse for the delays. No apology. No good will gesture with regards to the bill. Will be completely avoiding from now on and telling friends to do the same.

Visited here with my two sons. Great food and service. Had a discount through tastecard. Deffo come again.

First time here. Food excellent, decor nice. Easy to park. Took tastecard. Had a very nice meal. Recommended

We keep returning to this restaurant because a fantastic meal is always guaranteed. The staff are happy friendly and helpful and the prices are so reasonable. I also love the way the food is presented.... So appetising!

Been here as a couple with friends with family are in and had takeaway! Food is delicious staff amazing been for new year dinner last year and been back at least once a month! Staff remember us and are so polite would recommend this place all day long

We've been using a lot recently very nice food but can't seem to get food ready on time. Each week they say take away will be ready in 15-20 mind but we always have to wait 40 so this time I asked for them to call when it was ready, they did when I got there they said it was being bagged up 15mins later I asked for a refund the food then came out but I told them I wanted my money back and not the food. So it was off to Manzil I went and will go from now on.

The First Few Times The Service was Fine Went Back There as The Food is Good and a Good Menu But on our Last Visit There was only four Tables with People and The Food Took so long An Hour and a Half and you could Hear Them Taking Telephone Orders so its Back to The Raj of India for us

Fantastic food, fantastic service. Waiters can't do enough, so so friendly and such great sense of humour. Food so plentiful needed a doggy bag. Def recommend for everyone to go. Starter, main and dessert so so good. Thank you x

I have been going here for years when it was owned by the previous owners and loved it then and since it has been taken over it has got even better. The food is full off real ingredients and flavour and the madras and the garlic chilli dishes are very tasty.

We have been coming here for about 3 years but recently it has changed hands and oh boy what a difference. This has to be the best indian restaurant in the area. We have eaten in a few of them but trust me this place has it all. Great friendly staff, great great food and good beer. What more do you need. wouldn't go any where else.

I've been coming here for about two years but recently it's improved both staff and food wise.

Staffs are friendly worm welcome from them as usual Sp the food its mouthwatering will recommend people to try the new managers they are doing very good

Staff were friendly enough, mens toilet bulb had gone so we had to use ladies. Afraid to say nothing special, not a scratch on Indian Ocean rush green. Will not be rushing back.

We went here last week it was my third visit and again it was faultless. The food is fantastic and beautifully presented and there is so much of it. The waiters are friendly and happy and can't do enough for you. It's the best Indian restaurant for miles and I can't wait to go back again.

the best indian we have had in ages, food hot, not swamped in salt, staff attentive, v. good value for money

We normally eat in Bollywood or raj of India but thought we would try this restaurant as its under new management and the menu looked good, we got in there around 7:30, our order was taken quite quickly, after around 45 minutes we had to ask for more drinks, our food finally came out after 1 1/2 hrs, and was just about warm (one dish we ordered was supposed to be sizzling, there was no sizzle) when we complained that the food was not warm the staff were rude and at no point offered any form of apology.

Great food, truly flavoursome curry. Good service. Not overly priced. Will definitely be going back.

I went here last night and I can honestly say it was the best Indian meal I've ever had. It way surpasses the restaurants in Main Road, Gidea Park! I had a starter, main and 2 side dishes for £13 and it was delicious and beautifully presented. The waiters were really friendly and gave us a free shot after our meal. The restaurant has recently been tastefully redecorated. I cant wait to go back again.

We have been here before on a number of occasions and are acquainted with the staff. The ownership and chef have changed as has the menu.