Panahar in Thurrock

Collected a takeaway.. Found a piece of metal and a hair in my naan bread! Put me off eating the rest of my meal so total waste of money! Called them and was told ‘thanks for letting us know’

Excellent meal. The popadoms where fantastic as was my King prawn madras.The service was brilliant too. Would highly recommend this restaurant.

You really need to get your act together Ordering my take away was an experience on its own! Been coming here for decades on and off. Haven't been since the refurbishment. Decor unquestionably better, but at the sacrifice of customer service. Barman too busy to take my order and sundry others wandering around. Eventually took my order, though I did have to repeat it three times before the gentleman understood. 28 minutes later it arrived, although the man giving it to me told me totally different contents to what I ordered, eventually got it sorted. Got the food home, onion bhaji was massively overcooked solid and inedible. The main dish, a mix of various meats was ok with a plain naan. Toilets clean if a little compact. You need to sort customer service that you have lost and Bhaji cookery!

Went with work colleagues to celebrate a birthday. Food was very nice though the service was a bit on and off.

Haven’t used panahar for some time, what a terrible mistake,everything dry, dry dry , must have been prepared 8 hours ago, come on panahar you need to up your game, will not be using this restaurant again

Very slow service tonight. Food was good but took 50 minutes for our food to arrive even though there was only two other tables with customers. Not their usual standard.

Not had a meal from Panahar for some time. We had friends over from France and had a takeaway on Friday night, we found the food to be hot when delivered, it was very tasty with lovely flavours, probably the best Indian takeaway we've had for a long time. It wasn't the cheapest, but was definitely worth it and based on that meal would certainly recommend

Only used for takeaway so far lived im the area for a few years now I've gotta say this blows all the other indian restaurants out of the water. Every dish is individually spiced you can really tell the chefs here take care when making a dish. Can't praise the food here enough personally

although i haven`t been there for a while, i used to be a regular, and from what i remember about going there, there very friendly and helpful, and the foods out of this world for taste and quality, you can get a not very nice chinese and its usually expensive for what it is, but i`ve never had a bad meal or bad experience from this truly wonderful indian, you don`t usually have to wait too long for you food, and even if only getting a biryani its really tasty and you can just about manage to eat it all, there coconut delight ice cream is divine, and there lobster currys are really worth going there just for them, and sometimes they used to give me a free drink while waiting, and give me extra food in my takeaway bad, and spend the time to talk to me, if i`ve got any complaints it`s that there food is really too nice, and you just can`t get enough of it, i usually got something mild, but the one time when i did make a mistake and get a madras, although as you can expect it was a bit hot, and i was not used to these level of heat, it was probably the nicest curry i`ve ever had there, i really can`t fault them, on there excellent food, and incredible service.

Not criticising the driver. Ordered by justbear who say on website 30-35 minutes, on ordering it was an hour, on arrival it was 75 minutes! Food itself really nice.

Lovely food, jainper chicken and lamb samosas are awesome. Decent price, £4 for big bottle of cobra. Staff don’t harass you like at many place.

Ordered a set meal for 3 through Just Eat at 6.45pm, got a delivery slot for 8.00pm so phoned to say we'd collect, was told it wouldn't be any quicker and it would be with us before 8pm. After phoning twice as it still hadn't arrived by 8.30pm, was told it's leaving in 10 minutes, it turned up COLD, our complaint was answered with if we hadn't ordered through Just East they could of done something about the money!! No gesture to rectify this at all WE SHALL BE AVOIDING YOUR RESTAURANT, NEVER AGAIN

Ok. Just been for something to eat, and to be fair, the food and service was pretty decent. Tasty and plenty. Only thing wrong really was the decor. It seriously needs an update. Besides that, I don’t think you’d be disappointed

Ok but! Chicken was a bit tough, poppadum was a bit to salty. Won’t be rushing back in a hurry. Staff are really friendly.

Very tasty menu, service very friendly, bit slow to deliver the food on a Saturday night because they do takeout, but on the whole lovely food served.

The food was, at best, ok, the tandoori prawns are a pain to remove from the shells, the naan bread was cool and dry

Great food. Friendly staff and attentive Well we had a great night and a catch up of ex work colleagues.

The missus and visited on a Friday evening with another couple. As always a very friendly and warm welcome and great service. The food was excellent and service was quick but unhurried. This is one of my favourite places to eat. Great food, great service and great prices.

We are frequent visitors to this restaurant, where we always receive a warm welcome. Run by the same family for many years, usually Father and Son working. Food is excellent, no matter what you decide to have. they will even tailor the food for you especially if you do not want it too hot. Cannot speak highly enough about his restaurant. I would highly recommend a visit. Weekends can be quite busy, so may be an idea to make a reservation.

As always, we were welcomed warmly with handshakes and kisses, for my husband's birthday dinner.The service and food were excellent, particularly my aloo chatt starter, delicately flavoured and just the right side of spicy.The pistachio and almond kulfi was the biggest I have had in a restaurant and delicious. The only negative point was the yoghurt dip with the poppadums, which was flavourless.We use this restaurant about once a year and we are never let down there.

Excellent food as always. Enjoyable night not rushed, drinks flowed. Attentive service. Best curry house for miles.

With the wide choice of curry houses around the area the fact that our family and friends have been eating here for two decades says it all.

Visited this establishment once again for xmas with the family, I must say even after over 20 years, they do not disappoint! They might not be the most modern but they have a traditional feel which is lost in many restaurants these days. The food, well i was served by this splendid young man well spoken,(I think he was the owners son) he helped us choose some amazing food! The special chicken syhleti and lamb khusboo were sublime. Service was brilliant even though it was a busy Friday night they really made sure we were looked after at all times!

Visited this lovely traditional Restaurant, service was lovely and food was impeccable. Tried the Special Naga and my partner had the Peshwari Chicken along with the traditional Onion Bajji, Bombay Potatoes and Naan Bread. Well recommended.

After my last meal arriving smashed to pieces we decided to give them another try as it was my daughters birthday and she asked for an Indian meal.

Have eaten here many times now and always thouroughly enjoyed it. The food, service and price are great. Very friendly staff and even on a busy Friday night the service is fast and efficient.

We used these guys for our Christmas Eve treat. I had tandori salmon and a chapati and it was so tasty. Everyone else loved their meal and t was delivered within the time promised. Would use again, very tasty!

Fantastic food, great staff who are very friendly. I always enjoy going to this restaurant and it is always a great meal and atmosphere.

The best Indian in Stanford-le-Hope by far. Everything we have tried is wonderful and fresh. Always hot when we receive the takeaway. Would recommend the Panahar to everyone.

Tenemos una gran variedad de comida india en Stanford le espero la competencia es alta. El bien se eleva a la Panahar desafío con un menú muy fuertes y buenos precios. Toda la comida es preparada a un alto nivel y siempre sabe muy bien. El servicio es muy bueno también. Prueba el biryani!

Well what can I say about this little hidden gem, recently visited the area to see some old friends who are not usually Indian food lovers, after much deliberation we decided to pop down to this restaurant as despite some of the recent reviews we thought we would give it a try ourselves, upon entry we were greeted my the young manager who I must say was brilliant from start to finish, made us feel comfortable and truly gave us magnificent evening with 5 * service. The food was amazing as we were recommended the special dishes from their exclusive menu, yes the restaurant is very traditional in its appearance but it's refreshing to see an establishment more concerned about the food they produce rather then flashing lights! I can truly see why this buisness has been around for nearly 30 years, I have tried all the other Indian restaurants in the area since then but I must admit This is one I will definitely be returning too!

Cambiaron a Stanford Le Esperanza hace unos meses, y como la India es uno de nuestros favoritos junto a la ciudad de fondo local vimos Panahar y decidimos darle una oportunidad. Nuestro primer pensamiento fue cómo era el restaurante de moda. Fuimos bastante temprano 6 y éramos la única pareja. El camarero era muy amable, pero el servicio en general fue muy lento y tuvimos que pedir bebidas, ya que no nos ofrecieron. Pedimos la carne Thali, que cuando llegó era muy sabroso. En general, la comida era buena, aunque no es el vino, es como extractor de pintura, pero me temo que decir que el servicio no era muy bueno. Hemos visitado este restaurante varias veces durante los últimos meses y cada vez, la comida es bastante agradable, a la par con la mayoría de otros indios, pero el servicio es pésima. Nos han dado este restaurante varios prueba y cada vez que vamos, venga y decir por qué no vamos allí, no es como si incluso tiene un ambiente agradable. Como dije, la comida es bastante decente, pero cada vez que nos hemos dado cuenta de que tienes el dueño sentado en la mesa de atrás hablando en un teléfono haciendo nada y uno de los camareros haciendo más otras cosas. Lo que me parece increíble es que cada vez estamos sentados esperando a ser servidos, vemos el camarero contestar varias llamadas telefónicas para llevar órdenes y gente recogiendo llevar órdenes, incluso antes de darnos un menú. Nos sentamos allí durante 10 minutos la otra noche esperando un menú y éramos las únicas personas en el restaurante como es el caso la mayoría de las veces que hemos visitado, así que no es como si fueran de prisa fuera de sus pies. Están más interesados en el lado de llevar el negocio que tratar a los clientes que han hecho un esfuerzo para llegar a su establecimiento para una cena agradable. Me temo que decir, esta semana fue sin duda la última vez visitaremos Panahar, como acabamos de no seguir dando nuestro dinero para un negocio que tiene tan poco tiempo y esfuerzo de los clientes.

Decided to visit this restaurant that we have used in the past and has been good previously. Although not terrible I was not actually impressed enough to go there again as there is a wide choice of good "Indian" restaurants locally.We started with poppadoms which were tasteless, and only the chutney came up to muster. Main courses included a "Tropical Balti" (mixed meats in a Balti style) Lamb Bunah. Taka Dall was a side dish - all of which were just |"OK" the dall was particularly lacking in flavour. The service was lacklustre to say the least. the waiter whilst not actually surly, did not appear to want to be there and spent a lot of his time on his personal mobile. I had to really insist hard to get an itemised bill to take away as the waiter would not let me have the one he presented at the table - he then had to hand write a separate one for me to take away. (I shouldn't have bothered one of the items is unreadable) The only time we got a smile was on leaving when the owner (or manager) escorted us to the door on leaving. We recognised him - he has given us good service in the past, but only appeared as we were leaving. Over all I would say it is just adequate but not remarkable in any way. Given the wide choice of excellent restaurants of this type in Thurrock It will be a while before we try this one again .

Myself and my family have been going to this restaurant for years. Lovely food, lovely staff and atmosphere. It is my favourite Indian whether I eat in or take out.

Frequent visitor and invited friends to try this restaurant. Great food and friendly service as always. Best Indian in Stanford-Le-hope and would recommend this.

Took my wife and daughter here for a midweek meal, and I was shocked.Food was ok I suppose, but that was where it ended.The restaurant looks like an old peoples home.The boss is rude, arrogant, and dare I say, has a serious hygiene issue as he stunk.£61 and two main meals, 3 starters and a couple of cokes.Good value.....no.Would I eat here again. Absolutely not. I'd rather starve

They just never came to take our order. The other customers seemed to be regulars, they were fussing over them and completely ignored us. We walk our and have never been back.

Small restaurant.Staff always make us welcome.Good size menu with excellent vegetarian choices.Disappointing deserts like many Indian Restaurants,they don't serve Kheer(rice pudding)rasmallai etc

Have been going to this restaurant since the day it opened, the staff are all very friendly, excellent service and superb food, whether eating in, or taking out. The food is well [resented, and excellent value for money. If you like Inadian food, look no further :)

We went to panahar for an evening meal and had a very tasty meal. The chicken tikka starter is awesome then I had korma and bombay potatoes which were just as good. The only thing that stopped a 5 star was the cheese naan which was just grated cheese on top of a regular naan. Very pleasant waiter that served us quickly. The decor is old school and could do with a bit of modernisation. Overall very tasty food is what counts and panahar did a good job.

Beautiful food good service very quiet if you eat in but they also do takeaway which we also get, best korma ever and perfect with coconut rice with excellent sides

Simple looking restaurant that can be easily walked past, but its by far the best Indian for miles. Great service and the food is always stunning, even when you get take away! Please try this place, you will not be disappointed!

I've lived nearby and driven past this restaurant for years and never realised it was there - big mistake. We decided to give it a try one evening and were pleasantly surprised. The food was really good, the service on the night we attended could have been better but a couple of members of staff had gone sick at the last minute but we made allowanced for that. We will return.

We often come here both to eat and get take aways. Food is always very good with lots of different options to choose; a little pricey but well worth it Service is always good friendly staff even if you're just walking past you get a smile and a wave.

I dined in with 3 of my male friends (they all love it here)The place is clean and very well furnished. The staff are so friendly too. Really helpful and very welcoming. The food ... very different from other Indian restaurants. It tasted nice and it was enjoyable but it's not a favourite of mine.Maybe I am bias, but AKASH in Chadwell St Mary(my local rubi house) is the best Indian food I have ever eaten. It's nice as a takeaway & to dine in too. Great food. Great staff & Great prices. I have yet found anywhere that beats them.

love love this indian resturant, staff are friendly and helpful, the food is delicious, would say this is probably the best curry house in corringham and stanford. the naan breads are to die for!

We've eaten here a few times. If it's busy there can be a long wait, sometimes over an hour. The takeaway service is much better, although I'd recommend collecting over having it delivered. Their driver is a part time electrician & tried to talk his way into doing some jobs around our home & then ripped us off for just coming to look at an electrical problem. The food is normally very good, but we had some weirdly cooked onion bhaji's last time that were like dumplings gone wrong. The chicken Tikka Dhansak is always excellent

When you first walk into the Panahar it feels like entering a 1970s time warp which may well be the last time it was decorated. Having said that the food is excellent and the service extremely friendly. The Panahar has been in Stanford for as long as I can remember and I've only recently started eating there, I recommended it to my father and it's now the only Curry House in the area he will go to. I Highly recommended the superb Tawa Chicken, while Dad is addicted to the Lamb Chop Bhuna. Also it needs to be commended on the complimentary drink with the bill actually tasting like Brandy rather than brandy flavoured water like some resturants in the area.

I ordered 3 meals, 3 rice, 3 naans. It came to around £34. It arrived in good time but when we unpacked the food the bottom meal was crushed and half of it had leaked over the other meals and bag. We tried to ring them but after 25 minutes of calling we gave up and my wife drove back to them, they gave her 2 free poppadoms and replaced the damaged meal. Its lucky it was her that drove back as I certainly wouldnt settle for that as compensation for a ruined family meal, the petrol money, time and the fact the rest of my meal got cold.Absolute disgrace and will not be using them again, for that money I expect a lot more.

I have had take away from Panahar quite a few times now and I must say the food is always good and fresh. I love their peshwari naan, its simply the best I have ever had. I also love the Bhuna dishes and bhagis. The Saag aloo is another one of my favourites. Prices are good for the quality of food. If your in the mood for indian food then definitely try this place

Right, I don't usually leave online feedback but after my experience at Panahar, I just had to share it...My wife and I are new to the area so wasn't sure what was around. We fancied a Indian (Bengali style) one evening and practically all the locals we have met so far recommended 'Panahar'...On arrival, we were pleasantly greeted by Panahar's staff and seated straight away!! (Good start) We thought we'd be adventurous and went for dishes unique to the restaurant...We were not disappointed!!! The chicken Syhleti was just something else!!! They kindly made it less spicy for me, with no hassle. My wife is no stranger to hot food so she went for the Chicken Naga, again a Panahar signiture dish...she loved it!! And she is not the easiest person to please!!! (I hope she doesn't see this) :-D Great atmosphere, Friendliest staff (Very important to me), Fantastic food (Just as important)..Overall...BRILLIANT!! Thank you Panahar, will be back for sure!!!

My family have been visiting and having takeaways from this restaurant for many years. We have found the quality of the food and also the service always to be consistent. The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere and we are always made to feel welcome.

We often come here and get take aways from here. Food is always very good the chicken naga is really good if you like spicy curry. Service is always good friendly staff.

Have been going to this restaurant for years but recently had one of the worst restaurant experiences. We had been seated on four seater table and were enjoying our starter. Ten guys turned up and asked for a table which wasn't booked. We are asked to move to the back of the restaurant on a two seater table. No apology was made so I refused to move tables. An argument then ensued and the meal was completely ruined by the staff. We left shorty afterwards. The staff eventually apologised and offered us a free drink which I refused. We will not be returning.

This is a great family run Indian restuarant, we have been there many times and we are treated like royalty . The food is fabulous . Highly recommended.

First time I went to this fantastic resturant in Stanford let hope. I have heard a lot of recommendations about this family run resturant so went to try out the food for myself. I took my mum and dad and brother. We were all very happy with the food. The food is fresh and you can taste the difference. It's not oily like in regular indian restaurants. Food was very nice my favourite was chicken naga as I like my curry hot. My brother on the other hand doesn't and he really enjoyed the chicken khushboo. All te food was lovely. Will definitely go again.

Took a chance on this restaurant on the way back from London. Wow... What a find. Excellent service, really friendly staff. The menu choice is excellent. Saw some new dishes we had never tried before. Lahore chicken was really tasty, full of flavour and not a hint of too much oil that you sometimes get with Indian cuisine.

We have used this resturant many, many times for take aways. We have never had a bad meal. When we lost their menu, I went to visit them. The decor is amazing with neon light Indian glas portraits. I am making a point to dine there. This comes highly recommended for food.

The owner and staff are always friendly. The special chicken naga and the kebab cocktail-e-bahar are some of the best Indian dishes I have had.

the staff are always attentive and chatty when you go there and the food stays at a consistenly good standatd

I have eaten inside and have used them a couple of times for take away. My wife and myself have eaten at several Indian restaurants over the last 10 or so years. Why the low rating? Food was just average and the cost for a takeaway was to me way overpriced. We ordered just enough for 2 people and the bill was £25. Other places we have got a takeaway was around £20 and that was with more food ordered. I will never go there again.

I found this restaurant after someone recommended this to me. I think that it was overall a very good experience and I plan to go back.The dishes were well cooked, good taste and they have a good variety. My choice was to try different dishes in order to enjoy different flavors. Many people do not enjoy the Indian cuisine and spices obviously this is unlike any of the Thai or Chinese cuisine. I find each of them different and spectacular in their own way. If you want to try Indian and you are in the area this is a good place in my opinion.Try their Naan bread with different flavours and fillings. Ask the waitress about how hot are the dishes if you are not able to take much spice.

Visited with my family a few weeks ago and was very impressed with the high standards of food and service. There is a pleasant ambience which adds to the whole experience. Best Indian in Stanford le Hope !

We regularly go here and can not fault it!Food really good and tasty. Service is extremely good always bringing us drinks when empty. Staff friendly.It doesn't look much from the outside but honestly if you want a great meal try here.

Tried this restaurnat for a change, place is very dated the food was ok but small portions, and the waiters wouldnt leave us alone, they kept asking if we wanted more drinks, so due to the pestering we kept saying no, so will not be returning again!!

The food at this establishment is excellent. The menu is extensive with many dishes unique to The Panahar as well as the usual dishes found at this type of restaurant. We have used the Panahar for many years, both as a take out and sit in. We are always made welcome.

Eaten here 3 times in the last 3 months and can say its been consistently excellent food and good value for money. Have eaten here as a couple and as a family group for a birthday celebration.

Too much food for two people, but doggy bags provided. The proprietor Mr Choudery could not be more welcoming. Have been using this restaurant since it opened twenty something years ago. We have never had a bad meal, apart from the distance we now have to travel we would go more often. Absolutely wonderful food and different to most other Indian restaurants. Give it a try you will not be disapppointed