Indian Lounge in York

Very slow service felt rushed bordering on rude, had to ask 3 times for water then another 3 times for a straw, asked for salt by the time we got it we were finished the starter and on top of that found a thick black hair on my main so obviously didn’t eat that, they did take it off the bill but no apology or anything. Wouldn’t recommend I certainly won’t go back

Turned up Friday evening around 9.30 place was empty Service was horrendous Waiter knocked one of the drinks over, wouldn’t replace it and kept it on the bill Questioned the manager he just said it was an accident To top it off they over charged by £20 then denied it, im going to report to trading standards Plenty of better Indian restaurants in York stay away from this place

Proper authentic Indian food, courtius friendly staff, well worth a visit

Visited this restaurant last night. I have to say I was really impressed. The service was good. The meal was possibly the best curry I have eaten. I knew it was going to be good when even the pickle tray with the poppadoms was fresh and delicious. I would highly recommended this restaurant.

Easily the best curry in York. Always has been.

Lovely food, of you just want good food go here simple 😋 enjoy

Probably the best Jalfrezi I’ve ever had and I have had a few

Wonderful food and incredibly attentive staff; would come back again and again!

The food was amazing and the service was great!

Really annoyed that you’ve not delivered the correct dood for my wife’s 50th birthday. Thanks guys.

Really good curry, excellent rapid and friendly service. Highly recommended.

The food was amazing and service was even better, can’t wait to come back with my family when they visit York!

Great quality Indian food away from the loud, tourist-y parts of York. Spices were fresh and food was great. The staff were attentive without being intrusive. A pleasant night out.

overprice food , grossly over priced beer will not be going again

This is a place for a great night out with family or friends. Delicious food and great company. What more can you wish for. The staff are friendly and efficient.

The food was phenomenal, tasted really well. Lots of menu options, allowing for different combinations of flavours. Very friendly staff. I will definitely visit this place again if I return to York in the future! Authentic indian taste for every penny.

Taste is Okay But not as I expected.

We had a lovely time at this restaurant this evening. All the staff were so lovely and attentive and polite. The food was delicious and for the price we got a lot more food than other restaurants would offer, very generous portion sizes. The menu had so much to offer depending on dietary requirements so there’s something for everyone! Will definitely be eating again here soon. Thank you again!

Absolute pleasure eating here. Food was delicious and for the price it was well worth the money. Great options for vegetarian and non-vegetarian. Owner and staff were lovely, made us feel right at home. Very nice atmosphere perfect for an evening out. Would recommend every day of the week, whether it’s takeout or dine in it’s worth it!! We will be back soon :)

I've been visiting this restaurant for years with family and friends and it has never disappointed me with it's amazing food, with great service and a homely atmosphere. A truly unforgettable family owned business. Absolutely adore the new menu with such a wide variety of authentic dishes to choose from. Can't wait to try it all!

My favourite Indian restaurant in York. The food here is so good - balance of flavours is incredible with high quality ingredients. Lovely family-run place.

Visited recently with 4 friends we had a brilliant time... Service was perfect very attentive. Food was amazing, we will definitely go back.

A group of four of us had a great time - food and service was excellent.Will probsbly visit again when we go to York next year.

Was wandering around looking for somewhere to eat and came across the India lounge. Very nice place, friendly attentive staff and the food was superb! Would highly recommend

this restaurant has the most divine indian food i have ever had! i believe the owners are actually Bangladeshi - wow this place is amazing! the richness and authenticity of every dish we ordered was just out of this world. Highly recommend, you won’t regret it. I love this place!!!

Busy atmosphere but food arrived in timely manner so no complaints and the food was divine.

Took my Dad hear for his birthday a couple of weeks ago. I had the chicken madras and treated my dad to the Lobster Moilee which Dad said transported him back to his times travelling with my late mum around India. Really great night and the staff were so friendly. Definitely cummin back when we’re up country again.

What a gem! I’m kinda obsessed with this restaurant. The food is delicious, the team is delightful, and after the refurbishment, they released a new menu which I can’t wait to try. The Railway Curry is a must!! Overall, 5 stars, only because I can’t give them 10 ⭐️

Fantastic swift service with very attentive staff. Brilliant food, packed with flavour. I’d never ventured into this Indian before but I’ll be making sure to call in whenever I fancy one in the future. Highly recommended. Ran by a great family as well.

Great place and food and recently refurbishment looks amazing!

We had a lovely meal, excellent starter and main course. The portions were generous. A curry and rice each and a shared naan was ample. The staff were friendly and helpful. Had a nice chat with the owner afterwards.

I decided to try The Indian Lounge, and I must say, it is like a spicy Bollywood movie on a plate, complete with a cast of flavourful characters and a plot twist in every dish. From sizzling tandoori sensations to curry creations that'll make your taste buds dance, this place is a culinary adventure fit for a Maharaja. There’s a spacious interior and it's the perfect venue for events and large dinners. What’s more the service is excellent and attentive. Whether you're a seasoned curry connoisseur or just dipping your poppadom into the chutney of Southern Asian cuisine, The Indian Lounge promises a night of laughter, spice, and maybe even a happy ending. 10/10 I recommend for everyone and anyone.

The quintessential Indian culinary experience. When looking for a meal out in York look no further than the Indian Lounge. The food - Impeccable. The service - Illustrious. The atmosphere- Immaculate. Believe me when I say you must visit this fine establishment.

Fantastic food and fantastic service

Phenomenal family owned restaurant. Staff are very friendly and provided excellent service. The food is so good and there's so much to choose from with their new menu. My taste buds danced the night away. The atmosphere was very wholesome, calm and authentic. This place is easily in my top 5 restaurants.

Great family run place for a curry in York. Been going there for years and always great food and service. Highly recommend to anyone

Always made to feel very welcome whenever I visit. The staff are always friendly and the food is delicious. Will continue to be my locals for many years to come!

The family and I have been eating here for years. Great food, great service and very reasonably priced. The best curry house in York by a country mile. Would highly recommend the mixed Tikka. We often ask the owner what he’d recommend us trying and he never fails to deliver! If I could give it more than 5 stars I would

Had a wonderful time, quality food and attentive service all for a very reasonable price. Looking forward to returning!

I’ve been to many curry houses across the world. The The Indian Lounge in York is one of the best. Brilliant food and a good range of choices. I never visit York without going to the Lounge.

Had a really nice meal here last night. Quality of food and service was impeccable. Lamb biryani was amazing! Will be coming here again!

Quality food Quality staff Top curry house in York

Had a great experience at Indian Lounge! The butter chicken was outstanding, and the staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive.

The food here was perfect, customer service was friendly and the wait was not long. Definitely recommend and will be coming back!

Unreal experience, great value and really enjoyed the food and customer service. First time visiting but will definitely come back and become a regular. Thank you for looking after my wife and I!

New favourite spot! Huge variety of freshly made food. Great friendly staff, the service was quick and the food is amazing. Highly recommend the butter chicken 😍 The mango lassi is a must too.

Had a great time, excellent food and fantastic service all for a reasonable price!

Absolutely fantastic establishment. Brought my family here and the service was impeccable - very rare for many Asian restaurants. We had the chicken 65 starter and hyderabadi lamb shank and WOW! Absolutely fantastic food. We followed up with the ILS biryani, and were not disappointed at all. Anyone who needs a good meal, MUST come here. I cannot stress enough how well the hosts took care of us, and followed it up with fantastic food. The Indian Lounge, we will be there (again)

Delicious authentic food, amazing service and great value for money. Highly recommend and will be returning again soon.

Great food and atmosphere. Really authentic.

Amazing authentic food and staff, one of the best to eat in town

Best Indian food in York hands down, really enjoyed the meal and the staff were class. Atmosphere was great and I will definitely be returning next time I am in York!

Delicious tasty dishes, reasonly priced. Very friendly and attentive staff. We had a nice evening. Will visit again next time when in York.

Tastless biryani and overpriced too.

Authentic tasty food at a reasonable rate. Surely going to visit this place again.

Ordered online and friendly staff helped me with my order when I made a mistake. Food arrived hot, fast and tasty. Very authentic flavours, highly recommended!

Intrigued as to how our food bill came to £86.60 when eating here yesterday evening with our 2 children, we shared x 2 starters and x 2 curries and sundries and according to the menu this should of come to £44.75 so it looks like we were charged the additional £41.85 for x 2 pints of lager, a diet coke and a lemonade absolutely scandalous! When my husband was taking his time looking at the bill to query it we were advised we could not take the bill with us and provided a VAT bill that was not itemised. Will not be eating here again!

The food was great, service wasn’t bad either. This is the place I’d go for proper Desi food. The place is still being constructed by the looks of it though, wasn’t a problem for our group though.

Have been choosing to get takeaway from here for years now as the food is delicious and they are always so generous with their portion sizes. You get a lot of amazing food for the price. Clearly marked allergens on the menu and have never once had a reaction as someone who is gluten free (coeliac). I've only been to dine in once and the venue was okay, but I'd just really recommend their takeaway service. Excellent!

Probably the worst Indian meal I've ever eaten,I had Chucken Tikka madras,it was bland and watery with no spice,the chicken was chewy and dry.It reminded me of a microwave meal from Iceland,And to top it off was charged 70 quid for 1 starter and 2 mains ,the place was empty and now I know why

DO NOT EAT HERE. WE HAD STARTER AND MAIN COURSE AND IT COST US £120. THE FOOD WAS TASTELESS, ALL SPICE AND NO SUBSTANCE, WE HAD 2 STARTERS, 3 MAINS AND RICE AND CHAPATI TO SHARE PLUS 3 BEERS. £120, I MUST BE CONFUSED, WAS I IN YORK OR LONDON🙈. £7 I CAN GET 10KG OF FLOUR WHY DO MY CHAPATIS COST £2.50 EACH. CHAPATIS ARE MY NEW YARD STICK TO MEASURE MY FOOD BILL. PLUS THE ONLY THING DECENT ABOUT THE FOOD WAS THE SPICE NOTHING ELSE. ALL SPICE, HOT AND TASTELESS. £7 FOR A BEER AND £4 FOR A PICKLE TRAY. SAME FOOD IN BRADFORD, BETTER QUALITY AND TASTE WOULD BE £60. VERY POOR. STAFF WAS AGRESSIVE WHEN CHALLENGED ON THE COST. SHALL I BEND OVER NOW DAYLIGHT ROBBERY HAS A NEW MEANING ITS CALLED INDIAN LOUNGE.

Wow, the waiter might as well have worn a striped jumper and a swag bag. £7.50 for 3 chapattis and £21 for 3 beers - absolutely bonkers .I feel violated.

The restaurant scams you by charging more money than shown on the menu. Please do not visit. Scammers.

The worst indian food I've ever had! Ordered a takeaway and asked for the food to be certain way. Soon as I opened the container it was seeping with oil. I ordered a lamb jalfrazi and I'm 100% saying this was beef not lamb many indian restaurants do this to keep cost low but obviously I could tell it was beef. I ate half a naan with this dish boy did I regret it I was woken up this morning with severe stomach cramps and diarrhoea. This place needs to be investigated by health officials! The toilets the kitchen need to be inspected ASAP. You are a disgrace to call yourself a indian resturant!

We decided to go in here for a meal after the gosht walk . We was shown to our table very quick on ordering drinks we was told they didn’t sell alcohol an was told we could go an buy a bottle off wine at the local shop . On arriving back to the restaurant we ordered our starter an was given poppadoms which was very nice the starter was lovely the curry also lovely . The staff was really pleasant we had a lovely time .

hadnt cooked dinner, noticed it was very late, they were the only indian open. absolutely massive portion, really great.

We were visiting York and missed having Indian food so we decided to look for an Asian restaurant. We walked towards this place and decided to give it a try. We were shown quickly to our seats and given the menu to choose. Whilst we were choosing our food we were given poppadoms. The food we ate was lovely, it could have been spicier but we still enjoyed it. The food price was reasonable too.

After looking at the menu in the window, we noticed a mixed starter for two being necessary for the meal. Shown to our table, albeit a bit tight on my side, ordering went smoothly. Delicious popudoms with lovely dips. Allowing us to take our time ordering the main course, the starter was a delight. The main course arrived swiftly, probably because they were closing soon on a very wet Saturday in July. Asking for a tip on the debit card, I declined. £52 was enough to send!!

A very poor experience unfortunately. The lamb was so tough it was inedible. When I spoke to the waiter to complain he was very rude (I found out after he was agency staff). I spoke to a more senior member of staff before leaving who was very sympathetic to my complaint but didn't offer any resolution. Not somewhere I would recommend.

The best Indian restaurant i have ever been to. Very friendly staff aswell.i highly recommend. I enjoyed the chicken tikka rice

Me and some friends had a weekend in York and had our final meal here. Normally a good curry is full of flavour, this place was lacking on all of ours and one had to be sent back, the nan bread was ok had no beer tap or bottles. We found the staff a little blunt too. What a shame for what we had to pay..

We had nice lamb sashlick bhuna and tandoori king prawns. Thx for recomendations. This is what exactly we wanted. :))

Last visited 6 years ago on a previous trip to York. Very pleased to see this lovely restaurant still in business! Food was exceptional and really good prices!!

Tasteless dry very disappointing would not describe as Indiian curry worst i ve had in along while avoid if you love curry

If you like curry do not eat here!! tasteless bland worst I've ever had

The starter was pointless. The smallest amount of sauce in the pickle trays as to render the popadams inedible. I’ve never received such a poor amount in a pickle tray. I’ll be going back to the viceroy for my Indians again as they are far superior.

We have eaten here 4 times, always had lovely food and found the staff extremely pleasant and friendly.

Came here for a works related birthday meal. It's a no frills good Indian restaurant. The place was clean and the food good. Despite there being quite a few of us the service was quick. I've seen lots of comments about staff stood watching people eat and I noticed two staff stood to the rear of us but were simply being attentive should we have needed anything. Would return.

Wish I had read the reviews before went here. They are all true. Been to York many times had many wonderful Indian meals but this was awful! Cost £48 feel like I have been robbed. They asked if all was ok I just said yes as there was no point getting into it. Tasteless expensive and No atmosphere.

We have been here a few times now and now I think I should speak my mind. I really do think as a couple (two males) they tar you as the same brush! From the minute we arrived here we were sat by the front of the restaurant (as usual). We ordered and from the moment we got our food we were watched like a hawk from start to finish and I mean watched like a hawk. I’m sure they think that we were going to do a runner. Asked for the bill and was presented with bill and asked do we want to leave a tip? Are you joking? Erm no thanks! Absolutely 100 percent will we ever come back here again! Food isn’t all that to be fair?

I looked at the reviews for this restaurant as me and my wife sat down to eat here and I saw it had quite a few negative reviews and I in no way cast any doubt over those reviews. If those people had bad service they should highlight it as they did. I can only speak about mine and my wife's experience eating here and it was brilliant. We walked in without a reservation, were seated straight away by a lovely waiter and served lovely food at decent prices. Overall a brilliant experience and we would definitely eat here again.

Dropped in on a Friday evening without a booking, and we were found a table without fuss. Immaculate white table linen, no easy in an Indian restaurant. The mixed starter was exceptional. The two different chicken curries were tasty and plentiful. Service could have been better it was a little bit fragmented at times, however, all in all, a good night.

Six of us dropped in on the off chance they could accommodate us, and they did. The meal was excellent, and all of us were pleased with the quality of the dishes on offer. Drinks prices were reasonable. It would have been a 5, but the service was a bit amateurish.

We had a great experience waiter was friendly and chatty, they made me a curry that was not on the menu (Mild Keema Balti) we had a table of 6 and we all enjoyed our meal, reasonably priced don’t be put off with other reviews

The food is not fully halal. And the staff were very rude and had no idea when asked about halal options.

We visited tonight as a couple, walk in with no reservations but wasn’t exactly busy. 3 or 4 tables occupied, we ordered poppadums and a main course. The poppadums came instantly followed by 2 rounds of drinks. An hour passed and no sign of our mains whilst people who arrived 30 mins after had their starters. When these people received their mains was when we decided to leave. We paid for our poppadums and drinks. Ours wasn’t the first order they messed up that night, the table opposite got 3 naan breads despite ordering only 1.

Worst Indian food I have ever had in my life. It's high time the name of the restaurant should be changed from "Indian lounge" to "Bangladeshi York lounge".

Like us people often forget to review restaurants in their home towns, such a mistake, we go here at least one a week and have been doing so since 2007 (says a lot) with various, family, friends and groups, it’s our home from home, with...

Very poor standard of curries, service, and expensive. On top of that there is no restaurant atmosphere and a service charge does not warrant the taste and presentation of the food. Very basic. Avoid.

We’ve been there with relatives who are big lover of curry. Because of one of our party is mobility issue (with big mobility scooter) , so I guess they booked this restaurant. Although very narrow and long restaurant, the restaurant accommodated scooter OK. The meal...

I went to the Indian lounge with my wife and another couple ( family relatives) on their recommendation, as they are familiar with eating Indian cuisine, and where visiting York for a few days. The food was very basic and nothing special in taste or...

AVOID!!!!! WORST CURRY EVER! STAFF RUDE TOO. My picture was of a Malayan Curry ( coconut and yogurt base) ????? They were extremely patronising to me when I questioned it and said that I was not a local person as this is how they make it in York 🤬 It was the same base as my husbands curry so they couldn’t be bothered make too separate curry’s !!!

Simone was wonderful and food was delicious! Definitely go when you’re in York.We have been in London and traveling through to Edinburg and decided to stop here. York is such a charming town. Stop if you have the time.

We had a takeaway, Food was very tasty nothing to complain about

My sister and I came here a few weeks ago while we stayed in York. It was so nice we came back the next night too. Really lovely food. I was impressed with how tasty my chicken masala and roti was. Good portion sizes as...

It is hard to understand a negative review. Based on our visit it was terrific. The missus and I thought the food and service was brilliant. Lamb Taj, shashlick, garlic rice all good. Will visit again.

Food may be good but the staff is rude. They have used Indian in the name just to attract people who love Indian food but they have no sense of understanding what India is nor they have respect for India. After searching Indian restaurants in the area we went there at 18:15 and while my friend was querying i requested to use the toilet which i did use. When back I checked how much time it will take to prepare couple of items which we wanted to have as we were to catch a train at 19:14 and this is something we mentioned beforehand as we didn't want to miss our train. Knowing that we wouldn't be able to make it we decided not to eat there and before we could ask about take away the person attending us started using bad words for Indians. He even said we wanted to use toilet which is why we came there when only a fool would say this knowing that there are places of public convenience all over York and free too. This kind of made us infuriated and we decided to leave and then the attendant started abusing Indians and India which we obviously couldn't tolerate and told him that it is shameful that you are using Indian in your restaurant's name but abusing India which he didnt even bother caring. So we had to leave. This was with only one bad experience in entire UK that too at an Indian restaurant

It’s a shame 0 star is not an option. This is one of the worst restaurants in York by quite some miles. The staff are hideously rude, dismissive, and unpleasant, they treat the couriers that turn up as though they were dirt on their shoe. Alongside the general service by staff being shambolic, the food waiting times are disgusting, often 25+ minutes for a few items (this is with about half capacity tables, I simply dread to think what they are like with a full house). Simply dreadful. TLDR: Awful, avoid, bad service and long wait times.

Food was standard, but not worth what we paid, staff watching over you rushing you to finish your meal they couldnt wait to get the plates off you we felt uncomfortable, when we asked for our bill they asked us if we giving them a tip witch this is very rude, you don't ask people for tips...we will not be returning..

Very expensive for the quality of food! Meant to put one star! Felt very rushed between courses will not visit again!