Karim's Orient Experience Restaurant in Rochdale

Once again Karen has been absolutely wonderful room was sorted before we even got there checked out late and as usual she catered for needs xxx

Seems not to have survived the pandemic. There was a delivery / takeaway menu and service for a while - but the sit-down eatery itself appears to have closed its doors for good. Great pity. It was a good place and especially good value.

I’ve been dining in to Karim for almost 5 years never had a problem maybe a few troubles but it’s understandable the staffs are great the greeter character is always on point with the sword and everything I’ve started doing takeouts in Karim and the food is still the same as when you dine in thank you very much karim.

I went on 19/2/2020 to treat my wife for her birthday, i had last visited around 9 years ago and never had a bad experience before. I went for the early bird 5-7pm option. We were met by a 'Greeter' in fancy dress, his english was really bad and his manners were even worse. He was very abrupt and not pleasant man at all, telling me and my wife to 'SIT' after leading us towards a table. My wife and I just brushed this off as his lack of english, mid way into our dinner, he came over to the table and proceeded to ask us where we were from, at the time it was only me and my wife at the restaurant, the place was deserted, and i can understand why because the food was not good at all, very watery curries and no tastless food. Anyway, i found this man's questioning strange and invasive, i asked him why he was carrying a sword around his waste, he said if i did not behave, he would use it on me. I found this reply highly offensive and threatening. I will not be going back, if only because of this man's behaviour.

Me and the Mrs went in last night valentine night for the first time really enjoyed it nice food plenty of choice, the staff are really nice and friendly I hope the staff and managers and owners read my review, they are a credit to the restaurant and it makes for a nice atmosphere I would highly recommend to friends and family we will be back such a nice place well done.

We returned to Karim's after a break of about 5 years to find that it absolutely lived up to our memories of it as a really great experience for everyone. Going on a Saturday evening we weren't sure what the make up of the clientelle would be, but basically everyone was there - in a good way; families from 1-91, groups of young men, people on dates, and me and my adult daughters. We had a smashing time, loved every delicious morsal. The salads and veggie dishes were delicious, but there wasn't a huge choice for vegetarians

Brilliant again. I went with my son and friend on Christmas Day. The food was great. They had all the usual dishes. But they also put on Christmas dinner for everyone. Very clever move. The service was really good, even though it was very busy. You should go and try it. Enjoy. Me

Bang on as always. Could just nail the starters with dips if I'm honest. Always like Karims and the staff are proper nice

I have been going to this restaurant longer than I can remember. I have gone with family and friends. We have never had a bad meal. The food is out of this world. A great selection and always hot and tasty. It is really worth a visit. You will love it. Go and enjoy yourselves. Me

Have been to Karim’s several times in the past as a private diner and as a guest at other events. There is a small car park to the rear which if you arrive early has enough space, but if on peak days/ during other events it may be tricky. The place itself is somewhat dated and the cutlery/crockery/glasses haven't always looked the cleanest. But the waiters regularly take away plates and you end up getting another should you wish more food. The price is £12/per, children 3-8 are half price and under 3s free. However, if you book a party even a small one in advance the rate seems to go up as the incorporate the drinks in booking too, whether you want it or not. Whilst there is an extensive range of main/starter dishes available (mainly for non-vegetarians), the taste/quality is average. There are a few "unadvertised" items which, for some reason customer have to guess are available to ask for e.g. chops/paya etc. Usually find this out after seeing it at another customer's table. The salad bar is fresh and nice in my opinion and they seemed to have a decent selection of desserts too. Based on previous reasonable experiences, I booked the venue for a large party and was hugely disappointed on several counts. Some of the waiters were very friendly and helpful others were much less so. The buffet trays, especially in the starter section, were frequently empty and didn't get filled up at a sufficient rate. Unfortunately, there were issues which arose at payment time too. Despite previously clarifying at booking time that I would only be charged for actual guests, they actually charged me for the number of guests I told them I was expecting rather than the actual attendees even though it was less. So would advise stating a lower number than you think, that way you only pay for the people that actually turn up, they will charge you for any extra guests – which is to be expected. At the time of settling the bill they reneged on the verbal agreement saying that they prepared fresh food for the number of people I estimated. Well I would expect the food to be fresh every day regardless and if they cooked to my numbers as well as to cater for the other diners in main hall then I wonder why the buffet trays were empty. The owner of the restaurant was listening, most angrily in the corner, whilst I disputed the agreed terms with the chap (Mr Malik) who dealt with the booking, in the end he couldn’t help himself and got involved too. The owner was very aggressive in his manner and words, clearly had little understanding of customer service, it was definitely not the behaviour/attitude to retain custom. He said that I should have paid the full bill before having the party but the Mr Malik did me a ‘special favour’ because he knew me – err no I didn’t know him beyond recognising him from previous visits and as far as payment goes, I have booked several parties elsewhere and the protocol has been to pay a deposit to secure the booking and settle balance at the end. Then they forgot that I had paid a second deposit and added that to the final bill! Conveniently I had the receipts for both deposits – so they couldn’t argue with that. Had it not been for this awful behaviour (particularly the owner’s) and payment issues I would have continued to be one of their customers. Fortunately, there are plenty more restaurants to choose from!

The staff are friendly and attentive. This is a self service place where to be honest the food is luke warm but an edible range of asian and chinese offering. Cheap enough eat all you want for about £13. Obviously catering for our asian community friends as alcohol is not served. They probably get a nicer lot of diners, but is strange to eat this food without a kingfisher or cobra. Would try again.

Come here at least once or twice a year as it's such good value for money. Great selection of fresh food from the all you can eat buffet, pleasant, attentive staff and plenty of room between tables so you're not on top of the people next door. Large car park. Nice choice of desserts, salad and condiments.

I was first time visit with my family, restaurant that time very busy, food was fresh and delicious, lots selection to choose from , I run my own food place in Scotland, I find out easily food fresh or not, place is clean and tidy, no complaints, I saw staff gives excellent service to customers, highly recommend that place 👌Annai

Visited with friends to celebrate two birthdays. Starters were good with lots of options. Several nice curries to choose from but only one rice choice, which was full of chickpeas!! One of our party opted for the lasagna which looked lovely but was full of chickpeas!! Dessert choice was very strange, lovely fruit salad and jelly cubes but several strange looking options. Service was good and the staff were friendly and helpful.

Visited the restaurant at 6:45pm with 9 other adults my 10 year old son and 3 year old daughter. Food was great but as I went down to get a second helping I slipped on a wet floor which had no wet floor sign and once I made this aware to the staff all they could do was offer me a glass of water to calm me down as I had hurt my knee and was crying hysterically. This was my first visit and will definitely be my last. Not one member of staff asked if I was ok how appalling.

I was greeting very nicely at the door and was set up to have a great experience and then the food it was terrible the food was undercooked and most of the food wasn’t under the covers. I spoke to the “manager” and tried to explain that I was unhappy with the food and immediately he said there was no discount as he had to pay for the wastage which I understood but he didn’t sympathise with me at all and didn’t listen to a word I said. He then sent all of his staff in front of the door with a man holding it from the other side and said we wasn’t leaving until the bill was paid. I explained I was never not going to pay I just wanted to make him aware of the experience I had with them in order to better themselves and customer feedback is always helpful. I definitely won’t be returning to this place as I was shamed in front of the full restaurant and felt belittled by the situation.

We went to Karim’s for a family meal out on a Sunday. Although we went t quite early I was surprised at how busy it quickly became. We had to wait to be seated and it’s quite cold in the waiting area but were seated...

Been coming here for over 10 years! Love the place. Plenty of dishes to choose from and the food is really good, fresh and hot. My 10year old son LOVES the milkshakes. The staff are lovely and helpful. One of my favourite places to come...

Popped in for a quiet dinner , not been for a long time. Found it very good, with plenty of choice and friendly service. No alcohol allowed, but to be honest, it makes a pleasant change. ;)

long-time customer (at least 3 -- often more -- visits a month for the past 10 years), but won't be returning after an unpleasant incident that left a bad taste in the mouth (ironically enough, nothing to do with the food). finished our meal and...

Food was good we been about few weeks ago curry was very nice resturant need some new interior for make atmosphere more nice

Meal here tonight with family! Food was really nice as always! Staff very friendly and helpful! Defiantly recommend going. Iv been going here for 6/7 years never had a problem! Will be returning again shortly! Danielle :) x x x

I was visiting from Canada when my sister arranged to take me and our family and friends to this restaurant. As we walked in we were greeted by a member of staff in a full traditional Indian outfit. We then given a warm welcome by...

Frist time for me and my partner but her mum been before. The food was lovely and the staff were polite and helpful had a nice time and well priced.

Wow such amazing food .this was one of the best buffet places in the whole of north west must try food was fresh an very tasty so much varieties cant complain Ther service was excellent staff went out of the way to cater for your...

Waited a very long time for the food however we would have been fine with this if the staff were more friendly and communicated in a respectful manner. Some staff members had said they are going to get the food we asked for but another...

Absolutely fantastic selection of food Indian Chinese and Italian plus Christmas dinner as much as you want was fabulous looking forward to next year already no pots to wash and at 20 pound a person that was perfect

The food was very tasty. The staff are very polite good customer service.. Excellent enjoyed the keema aloo top quality..

Was enjoying a lovely family meal. Asked for ras malai which the worker was just about to get however, upon the worker going to get this the owners wife said not to. When questioned she simply replied with a disgusting attitude “we have ran out”...

I first had a meal here about 20yrs ago since that if been about 10 time and after 10yrs I'm back again and it's still fantastic what ever age you are and what ever the food you like here you will find something and you...

Went with partner and son..not for first time either.... And won't be the last... Fantastic selection of food, fantastic friendly service and most importantly of all a very warm welcome... Fitted us in at short notice although they were busy with weddings and birthday celebrations......

Absolutely disgusting service, during busy hours. They let the doorman in fancy dress answer calls, very rude and very unprofessional. Had the phone put down on me several times.

Not been here for several years but today I realized that I have been missing out big time. Christmas dinner was absolutely fantastic. The restaurant was extremely busy and the food was amazing. Fab choices, lots of variety, and very tasty. The owner and all...

I booked a section of the restaurant for my sons birthday party and was really impressed with the attention and attitude of staff and management. They made sure that for the duration of the time that we were there all our guests we comfortable and...

Booked the entire place for a big wedding, the venue was great and staff were very good and helpful always going the extra to help. As it was Karims the all inclusive buffet was amazing and food was hot fresh and tasty. It was a...

Absolutely love it here! Visited with family, there was about 15 of us but they made us feel like we were their number one customer. Fantastic service from Zak and his team! Food is delish! Authentic and traditional. Thank you!! Haseena (and family)

Loved it here, been coming for years and never been let down. Prices are good and customer service is always excellent. Would recommend anyone to come and eat here. Variety of dishes!

This is a brilliant place to eat out. The quality of food is top class and very varied and authentic. Because the food is authentic, it's not always to the British taste, non of the silly Balti or tikka masala. The lamb dishes are out...

Went to Karim's yesterday for a family meal. Just wanted to say a very big thankyou to the waiters who actually went out of their way to accomodate our sons needs. We have been going here for a long time now with family. The food...

My family and I have been going to Karims for years. The food is always fresh, hot and plentiful. Brilliant range of food and has a nice atmosphere, the staff are so helpful and can’t do enough for you. One thing I would suggest would...

Every single curry tasted the same and the place was dead, every one I speak too says this is average food.

Good variety of Pakistani & Indian food , good variety of starters, main dishes, salad bar & sweet dishes. ‘Don’t forget to order Lamb Chops’ they are not in buffet but includes in buffet price

Amazing service from start to finish. Always made to feel welcome. Superb food would highly recommend.

Pleasant atmosphere... good family environment .. good food and brilliant desi tea 👌👌 ... definately would recommend.

I had my twins girls birthday party at karims restaurant last weekend. Everything went really well. Perfect timings. The food was fantastic. Excellent service. The management (Sam) accommodated us in every possible way. Thank you very much for your hospitality.

Attended on a week day to try out this place as not been for many years. I stress this place has gone down hill. Its got the same guy meeting and greeting and a salesman of a Manager Who if you can see through you...

Buffet style restaurant with plenty of choice from usual starters to traditional curry’s and even some Italian and Chinese dishes. Be warned. This is not your usually curry house. It does not serve alcohol. Which at first I thought was going to bother me but...

Greer food excellent service been here lots of times can never find fault staff vet polite and helpfull

Me my partner and 3 year old visited for tea, we were left sat in the entrance for what seemed like eternity but it was around 15/20 minutes and then when we came in to the restaurant is was practically empty so I was confused...

Went for a family meal. The place is clean and tidy but the food is really disappointing so sorry not for me

Thank you to the manager zakariyya. He was courteous, helpful, supportive and went out of his way to make my nieces wedding successful. All the staff and service was great; my main concern was the food, but guests all complimented the buffet and choices they...

Visited tonight. Was really pleased to see range of starters had increased and all were really good. Lovely salads too. Mains were really nice and we enjoyed the whole meal. As always staff were welcoming and friendly. Desserts were of good quality which was great....

I went to Karims yesterday after around 15 years. I was really impressed with the range and selection of dishes. The food for a buffett was of a very good standard and freshly cooked.Rasmalai was my favourite. Definitely good value for money. I will be...

We Was planning with our friends of going to our favourite place the white hart sizzler but it currently having a refurb so thought we'd give this place a try as passing, on entering we was greeted by a rude member of staff and we...

Visited with friends dry good customer service with fantastic food all fresh and tasty will be back again.

Excellent customer service by all the staff members but a a special thank you to Zakariyya for his hospitality and time. The food was on point loved the chicken tandoori and onion Bhajis, will defo be coming back to this restaurant.

Went with friends had a very good experience lovely atmosphere with tasty food plenty of choice for the fussiest of people and to top it all up excellent customer service from everyone but specially the manager zakariya who makes all his customers feel welcome, highly...

Fantastic food, with a warm family feel to it. Loving the new menu. Brilliant service. Amazing!!! Loving the new menu!! Excellent service. A huge variety of dishes. Mocktails were lush too!

I visited the restaurant tonight with my partner and his dad to celebrate his birthday and can honestly say it's been a lovely night the staff was excellent as always and the manager was outstanding he goes out of his way to please the customers...

We have been regular visitors for many years. A great place to treat your family with range of delicious varieties dishes, outstanding service and a very warm welcome. Don’t think twice, certainly, Karim is the best.👍

Always our families 1st choice and has been for many years. Service and staff are outstanding, so polite and professional. Food and desserts are delicious and also the variety you get to choose from is amazing. Definitely recommend. Has a great family atmosphere and spacious...

We visited Karim’s tonight for a family meal and as always left very happy with both the food and service. Everything we ate looked and tasted fresh and there was a wide variety of food to choose from, which catered for the whole family. We...

Family night; turned up starving and left full to bursting! Great choice, fresh food and lots of it! Staff could not have been more pleasant, really attended to our group. This place has become one of our faves and it’s only been our first visit....

Tasty food and plenty of variety. Can tell it's a family owned business as they go out their way to make your visit good, friendly and fun. Lovely atmosphere and food. Can't go wrong :)

This restaurant is the best you will get anywhere in this country, Me and my wife and family have been regular customers ever since it Opened The food is excellent and the personal touch is always there being a family run business they keep the...

Have loved this restaurant for years. Usually go once a month at minimum. But the last few visits on both Friday nights have been awful. Tonight at 5.30pm - the food was stale and the salad was wilted. When we were asked how the food...

Second time in a month. Service excellent, food excellent. Was welcomed and looked after very well. Thank you to all the staff as they make us feel welcome every time. Will be going regularly back and would highly recommend it to all friends.

I was a big fan of this place but my last 2 visits have been very disappointing. It's sad as this used to be the go to destination when I was young...not sure if I will be going back. Very disappointed

Visited the restaurant recently, found the waiters to be a delight. The manager was rude, didn't engage with customers. I've visited the restraint for the last 10+ years and have found my loyal custom to be taken for granted. It's a real shame as the...

This place when it did initially open was a place to be when it came to fine dining ..over the years the quality has gone way down hill however disregarding the negative reviews my extended family and I booked a venue here . What a...

Once again, Karims really pulled out the homely and really friendly atmosphere. Amazing place, such pleasant and awesome staff. Thank you so much to Faisal and Samad especially who was amazing and one of the nicest guys on the planet. Thank you Karims and the...

This was our first visit to Karims. We were greeted with a very warm welcome by a gentleman in traditional dress, very authentic. The whole experience was first class. We were mainly looked after by Saida and Sarmid, who were warm extremely friendly and very...

My family and I went for dinner. The staff were very friendly and very quick to serve although there was a massive rush. The food was absolutely wonderful. I could not believe that this was just £12 per head. The choice of buffet was great...

Went to Karim’s for my brother’s 16th Birthday. Food is spot on, there is a variety of choice. Excellent service, keep it up guys 👍🏻

Have been to Karim's twice now and the first time was amazing. So good I had to return less than a week later. The service was attentive, our drinks order was smooth and fast and all the food was piping hot, tasty and that was...

Amazing service. Customer service was above and beyond. Food was spot on and enviroment was superb!!

Me and my family visited karims, food lovely, lovely clean restaurant with wonderful staff. Which they can't do enough for you, buffet style self service is excellent value for money.eat as much as you can.lovely atmosphere.with friendly staff, the curries are amazing.we visit here quiet...

I'm not normally a fan of buffet self service meals but....I visited karma's with my cousin who was visiting from the USA an...I have to say that I was quite surprised, the greeting was pleasant and took us directly to some seats, we were then..within...

Absolutely disgusted with the food we had to pay for. Me & my girlfriend drove from Manchester to visit Karim’s, we arrived at half 8 & food service doesn’t stop till half 10. My girlfriend only eats korma which ran out at 9 o’clock. Which...

I visited this place last night. Food was definitely better than last time.,the manager of this place is extremely polite and always smile which is a great asset to this establishment. I liked the few extra dishes they have known as karela, chana, their rasmalai...

We love this restaurant. It is around the corner from our home and the food is good. The staff are always pleasant and helpful. This is our favourite Indian restaurant!

The food has authentic Indian/ Pakistani taste. Very tasty, well prepared and delicious. Good service and courteous staff. We were astonished

My family, friends and I have been eating at Karims for many many years. There is a good variety of food and it is fresh. Plates are warm and food is regularly replenished. Food that we have eaten over the years and now, is excellent....

We went to Karim's this weekend, the food was fantastic and the staff were wonderful. Highly recommend this place for good food and family friendly atmosphere.

We went its the same food was also lied to that it was 9.00 then got told it was 12.00 friendly staff but poor slow service

Not bad but more better places near by, worth a try if in the area. Staff are nice and food okay so may return in the future

Visited with my partner absolutely wonderful experience and the food was very nice and fresh and hot, so muck variety, was given the best table even tho there was just the two of us, usually other places give u a tiny little table right in...

Previously enjoyed many a meal here over the last three years, whilst the food on this occasion was good the ambience has gone. We were kept waiting briefly to enter a virtually empty restaurant...why? The lovely waiter who has previously attended to our every need...

Visited with my family on a Saturday night. Starters were stone cold,after telling the waiter he agreed and said the flames under the dishes were slow, which did not help us. Chicken wings had hair on them after complaining the owner said "you don't need...

We attended the restaurant on a busy Friday night. We were seated swiftly and enjoyed our experience from beginning to end! The food was fresh and of an excellent quality with lots of variety to choose from to suit all tastes. The waiter was friendly,...

We chose this venue for its elegant setting and mouthwatering food. There is a huge selection for all tastes and we were well looked after by Zak who planned our day, from chair covers, to special dishes for our party. Rezza and samad were also...

Great service, great food..... this place is now going places under the new manager and the care of the proprietor Zak. Samad the head waiter is so welcoming. Thank you from Dr Khalid Mushtaq and the team.

Went to this restaurant with my hubby on a night out can't complain food was good and especially the service will go again 😜

I have been dinning at this restaurant for over 15 years. However the customer numbers have plummted in the last 3 years so has the no of dishes. The quality of the food is poor and has probably been reheated from the night before. Their...

Been many times over the years and now have to admit that the place has sreadily gone down hill - sadly. Went on a very busy Sunday tea time and plenty of food was available, but the qaulity was very poor. Used to do great...

Had a lovely evening with my sister here all staff are extremely friendly and can't do enough for you. Our server Saeeba was so nice a very warm and lovely lady and hope to see her again next time I go. I can't fault this...

I went here on Saturday night after it being recommended by a friend. We had to wait at the door for 15 minutes despite booking in advance. When we was seated we was greeted by a nice young man called Zak who did look after...

We had a very pleasant time here. The doorman is slightly excentic, but friendly. We had a short wait for our food as we were early. That said, service was quick and efficient. They serve food from India and China, all seemingly to a good...

I have previously reviewed this place and was very happy but my recent visit was not upto par the food was non existence we had to wait for chips lasagne (kebabs with cheese) the only thing that came on time was our drinks which was...

My Daughter & Son took me on Mother's Day Initial wait at entrance very busy, you were allocated a table by the number of people in your group, fortunately we did not have a long wait. My daughter ordered a Mango Smoothie it took til...