Patley Indian Restaurant in Milton Keynes

Thoroughly Disappointed – Would Not Recommend As a family that truly enjoys Indian cuisine and has dined at various Indian and other restaurants globally (as reflected in my previous reviews), our experience at Patley in Newport Pagnell was deeply disappointing. The food, unfortunately, was mediocre at best and overwhelmingly sweet. We ordered mushroom paneer, butter chicken, and duck tikka, but every dish tasted excessively sugary—so much so that even the bread was sweet. It genuinely made us wonder if sugar had been mistakenly used instead of salt. When we raised our concerns with the waiter, he casually mentioned that he had “warned us” that the curries were sweet—though we were never told that all the dishes would be like this. Additionally, the texture of the curries was unpleasant: thick, lumpy, and reminiscent of baby food. It’s disappointing that sauces weren’t refined or passed through a Chinois to improve their consistency. To make matters worse, when we declined dessert due to the overwhelming sweetness of the meal, the waiter jokingly brought out candies. While intended as humour, it only added to the frustration. To be fair, the rice was well-cooked, and the service was adequate. However, the food fell far below what one would expect from a restaurant, both in taste and quality. This was not the authentic Indian dining experience we were hoping for, and we will neither return nor recommend Patley to others.

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Mashfi was very attentive and welcoming. Excellent atmosphere and experience. Recommended.

This restaurant is an excellent choice for a meal out or takeaway. The quality of food is exceptional, the service from the team is also top drawer, very attentive, nothing was too much trouble. We can highly recommend Patley.

Another great experience at this restaurant 👌

Very delicious food and decently priced.

Absolutely rubbish, I'm not chef, but a Shami kebab is supposed to be sift made with mixed lamb and lentils, nope what i got was shoe leather. My main dish was the Tawa, the chicken was fine, lamb was was like eating rubber. I had heard good things about this restaurant, but won't be ordering again.

Always an amazing meal and fantastic service

I have been going to Patley for a while now, I have got to know the ever attenative staff and the owner who will do nothing other than want to please. Being Indian myself I am very fussy on my Indian food but this place is actually as close as you can get to authentic Indian food, they really do cater to all requests. Well done to the whole team I look forward to more meals dining in and take aways in 2025.

First class. Excellent food and service. Third visit and definitely going back

Food was very nice as usual but 1 poppadom for over £50 of food is a joke. At least 2 probably 4 is the going rate as given by Moza up the road.

Unremarkable for the money (£250 for 7 people). Nothing was wrong (except I got chicken balti when I'd ordered lamb) but nothing was 'wow' either. Asked to arrive earlier than our 6pm booking and then the food was slow to arrive to make us order more drinks. Apart from the 'sizzling' dishes, all of the food was luke warm, many of the dishes were over-sweetened and all had been packed out with large pieces of undercooked vegetables. The portions were adequate, but not generous and we were served extra chutneys and rice that we didn't order. A pleasant enough meal but I doubt we'll return.

A really nice meal with a friend. I'd booked online but didn't get a conf and when I turned up the staff looked a bit confused. I thought it might be busy but it was fine. Food was lovely, the staff were mostly attentive until the end of our meal when they took a while to notice we were after some more drinks. However, very minor. The food was served in good time and piping hot.

Staff was nice and professional the people served us was nice and professional. Decoration and atmosphere of restaurant was beautiful and calm however food was not that much good

The food was amazing, the service was brilliant. I would definitely recommend

Ignore the outside. Interior is excellent and so is the service and food.

Outstanding food and service, 100% recommend. We had a variety of starters, rice naan and curries all of which were cooked to perfection. The food took a little while to arrive but it was certainly worth the wait. We boxed up the leftovers and had complimentary shots and sweets.

When you are a coeliac and you ask what you can have on the menu. Reply everything apart from the naan bread. Amazing choice, and amazing food.

First time here was recommended by a friend very welcoming & friendly. Food was gorgeous will definitely be returning.

Had an amazing Monday evening meal at Patley. From the service to the atmosphere to the food everything was amazing! We have been looking for a great Indian restaurant for a while and we have definitely found it. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back. Thanks to Sam and the team!

The atmosphere and service was warm and inviting and the food was great!!

Unfortunately we did not have the best experience at Patley’s. The food was average - I’ve tried many Indian restaurant and this did not match at all. We ordered a variety of curries and dishes and we found them all to be quite bland. The one thing which was good was the mango lassi and that’s about it. The waiters were nice but we were seated on a very small table for 6 people and the plates / dishes did not fit on the table - it was quite disappointing to be honest. Wouldn’t really recommend.

visited on a last min sat night had not booked and this was ok with them though i would recommend booking as the place was buzzing the food and service was lovely i will be visiting again

Tasty, freshly cooked, and generously portioned food from the local. Really nice inside too. Overuse on the coconut (e.g. in the saag paneer which was unexpected). Always great service.

Came at short notice and even though they were fully booked, very accommodatingly they managed to find a table for 2. Excellent wine list and amazing duck tikka masala, only of the best curries I have ever had. Only wish I lived in the area so I could use it regularly

Superb food (my wife can't stop talking about the Ajwani Salmon). Good service and surrounding that make this small restaurant a destination. You won't be disappointed. Heads up you might experience a wait for your food but when it arrives that will all be forgotten.

It was rather loud in the restaurant but not too difficult to hold a conversation. The starters were delicious, but the mains we ordered were a large step away from what you'd expect from most other Indian restaurants, there was a lot of coconut in the tomato based curries which isn't what you'd expect.

Tried this place for the first time to have some Indian food. It took literally 45mins-1hr for the food to come and when it did come, it was bland, tasteless and sweet. One of the dishes was sweeter than the mango lassi i was drinking! Would not recommend it to people looking for authentic Indian food or even wanting to have a delicious meal in general. Service was nice so rating it atleast one stat otherwise zero for the food.

Very good all round. Love the food great atmosphere good service nice people

A brilliant restaurant with amazing food. The service is outstanding. I highly recommend Patleys for a night out.

Had a wonderful meal.service was fantastic. We will definitely come back.

Always a great meal here and the staff are so friendly and polite

Amazing delivery service.... very respectful driver and very well spoken some of delivery sites should learn how to treat and engage with human beings when dealing with customers.... again the best service I ever received.... well done 👏

We ordered a takeaway at a friends house on Saturday and it was excellent. I’ve given up ordering takeaway Indian food in Bedford as I’m usually let down but over the boarder into Bucks seems to be where it’s at.

Well presented restaurant! Pleasant greetings! Good place for small groups! élégante! Maybe an addition of a couple of female staff would fulfill but the gentlemen are doing great!

Food was delicious, the restaurant is saw beautiful inside. It just opens up and sets the tone! The service was great and we were really looked after.

First time at Patley Indian. The staff were very friendly and helpful, talking through the menu. Food was great.

Excellent service. Great atmosphere and delicious food. The staff were very accommodating and good for gluten free dining.

The most amazing Indian food. Super service and lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend this to people who enjoy Indian food 👌

Excellent meal last night, for an 18th Birthday Party

My self and my college went down to Milton Keynes for the evening we were looking for local restaurants and we came across this restaurant. From the minute we arrived the staff where very friendly the atmosphere was great and the food was amazing really impressed with the whole service Not only that they gave us some sweets to take away Thank you very much highly recommended this restaurant

Incredible food. Couldn’t ask for better service. Reasonably priced too. Free parking opposite. This was our first time here but definitely won’t be the last!

Lovely tree. Fun atmosphere. Great service with complementary drink and sweeties to finish.

The food tastes so delicious, staff is very friendly and polite. We will definitely be back. Thank you very much 🤗

Did me a really good Naga Phall tonight. About half way through and it's making my eyes water. Really tasty too though.

Very nice food. I asked for recommendation and it was an excellent dish. My wife loved the pink tree inside. Very helpful waiters and excellent service. Will definitely recommend to all.

Great meal, and service, just a small room with a lot of people made for quite a noisy couple of hours. Just goes to show how good the place is. Really enjoyed it, and will be going back soon.

great experience. the food was phenomenal and lovely sized portions. the service was 10/10. thank you to Aziz and Sam. 10/10 would recommend!!

Excellent food as always and very good value for money.

To b fair realy busy had to wait ages, food great prices ok

Worst food ever. Please don’t eat this. It is not Indian food. They are serving food full of sugar.

An under-rated place with staff very eager to please. The food was pretty good as well. The choice of food was great as well. Very atmospheric tree display, and the place was lively.

Beautiful food, great service and lovely interior

Amazing food, best Indian in MK! Staff were super attentive, friendly and helpful, probably the best service I've had in a long time. Really nice venue too, very clean and well presented. Would highly recommend!!!

Fantastic food. Great service. Will be back !

A great meal every time from courteous and friendly staff.

Nice atmosphere, great service! Staff were great, too. And the food is amazing. ( i would recommend the chicken and garlic balti). Would Massively recommend to anyone after great time with fantastic Indian cuisine!.

Had dinner Christmas day, and the place was a bit cold 🥶

My fav takeaway in newport pagnell!!! Also menu has labels for gluten free options :) Lovely services too

Delicious, polite, cheap, very generous

Punches well above the weight of an average Indian. Very friendly and helpful service. Digestif on the house. Highly recommended.

Excellent tasty dishes-would highly recommend!

Beautiful food, great service and good price. One of the best Indian meals I've ever had

We went here after a recommendation for my daughter’s birthday. It was the most perfect evening. The decoration made it a very “instagramable” experience for my daughter, the food was outstanding as was the service. The evening was ended with a specially arranged birthday cake delivered by the waiters whilst singing which really made my daughter’s day. I highly recommend Patley to everyone, we shall be back and also using as my new go to take away. Thank you all at Patley for being so welcoming, we shall see you soon.

Went there of trip advisor recommendations while looking for an Indian in the MK area... Best curry I EVER had! Food quality, taste and portions absolutely outstanding! Very reasonable prices Friendly and helpful service Beautiful decor too Outstanding experience, hope go be back

The best Indian takeaway, ever.

Great food, atmosphere and service. We were a table of 16, all meals came out promptly, we had an array of dishes which were very tasteful. Keep up with the good work. We will hopefully be back in the near future.

Lovely place. Great food at a good price and wonderful hospitality from the staff. I highly recommend.

Found this place by chance on Google. This is the best Indian place we have ever eaten at.

Really tasty food. I usually get delivery but this time I went with a friend. He had the lamb naga and liked it, I tried a bit and it was v spicy. He eats the hottest food! I had lamb and chicken bhuna and it was lovely

Lovely atmosphere, the food was absolutely delicious and the service was fantastic! Would definitely recommend!

Just home from our first visit to Patleys wow what a great experience. We were served mainly by Atik, what a really helpful guy and so attentive . Would definitely recommend it and cant wait to visit again.

Honesty, they really don't get any better than this.. What a place, from the food to the service and Russel our host was truly amazing.. Russel and the guys made the evening and didn't let me leave without a complimentary birthday Drink.. Thank you again guys 🙂

Such a beautiful place! Wonderful food and the service is absolutely lovely, we had a great night ♡ thank you!

Wonderful meal and service from the Patley team every dish was a treat

Waste of money £25 clearly more bothered with dine in customers. Overpriced low quality no care. Ordered food actually spoke twice to the same guy requestin green chilli in both veg dishes he 'said yes I will make sure' told him twice as you do. What I received was zero chilli not even close just bland mush. Ordered tandoori spicy naan as advertised on the menu and received a cold half burnt plain naan. Driver arrived not knowing the total and said he does not have £6.05 change. I explained that again haha TWICE I told the boy who took my order make sure driver has change as I only have 30 quid. Annoyed that after making them aware twice still had no idea speak good English when it comes to payment total on the phone. Had to stand in line at hotel like a fool with cold food waiting to get change. You all too busy too communicate with eachother? Pointless

Great food, attentive service that wasn't rushed, lovely round table which made it easier to talk. A smashing night out.

Had a wonderful meal with great service. Looking forward to returning.

Absolutely excellent meal and the service was perfect couldn’t ask for any better! I would highly recommend!!

Everything was perfect. Service was spot on and refilling drinks as soon as they were empty, lots of smiles and friendly approach. Food was beautiful and fresh and didn’t take long at all to come out considering it was busy! Will definitely be coming back soon.

Fantastic service and amazing food. This is a, hidden in plain sight, gem of Newport Pagnell. We booked using the website and turned up to be greeted and shown to our table. As a novice to curry the menu was easy to use. The food was delicious and fresh and the nan bread was amazing. The total bill for 4 adults, a bottle of wine was £101 so great value.

Correct but maybe I find it a bit expensive

Excellent service, delicious food and high quality

Great meal here to celebrate our anniversary. The staff were all lovely. Food was excellent and for a non meat eater it was good to have some different choices.

I went to the Patley restaurant last night for a dinner with my family and I must say I was extremely impressed with the quality of food as well as the service. I go to many restaurants but I can confirm that this was one of the best experience I’ve had in a restaurant in a while. The food was exceptional and had so much flavour. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Superb. Great tasting food coupled with good service. Win, win.

Probably the best Indian I've ever had. Staff are friendly and attentive. The place has a nice ambiance to it as well. No complaints.

Really enjoyed our evening meal at Patley restaurant. We couldn't decide on what to have so Mashfi recommended two dishes which were lovely. We had Chicken Badshahi Khana & Patley Ka Khazana. Great service and lovely atmosphere. Will definitely visit again.

Went with my wife for my birthday treat today. 29th May. The food was excellent.

Very much enjoyed the food, service, and esthetic of the restaurant. The service was top class, we had a very friendly server. The manager was clearly on top of everything and was running the restaurant well the evening we went. The food was fantastic! We loved every dish we ordered, but we especially enjoyed the naan bread and the butter chicken. We left feeling full and happy. 10/10

Love this Indian, attentive staff, food delicious, lovely decor. Well worth a visit.

Very very good Indian in Newport (and all of MK). Great service from Russell - attentive and available without being overbearing. Food came quickly and was v tasty. Had the mango chicken with lime and coriander rice - great. Onion bhajis also top notch. Defo recommend.

Delicious food, every mouthful a delight and all served or delivered with polite sophistication. Highly Recommended!

We went here for our Anniversary and we were so pleased with service and the food. The food is delicious and the service is excellent! We went on a Tuesday evening so it was not busy but we still reserved online as this restaurant is popular in town and it was our first time here. The staff are very kind and humble, one of them is Mashfi. I love the food serve on warm plates, the complimentary sweets and drinks at the end of our dinner and the warm towel for hygiene. The food portion is generous enough we have lots of leftover and I am so glad the staff packed it nicely for us to take home. The place is beautiful and clean. I was surprise about our bill I thought we will spend more but it was very cheap I think for the service and experience we have received. Overall, I was very happy but I wish I could have left a tip for the great service but we didn't have any change and they don't charged service fee so we will just come back again with our parents. Definitely recommend this!

Fantastic place with great service and great food.

Had the best evening out for my birthday, The food is 10/10 The staff are amazing and went above and beyond for my birthday Thank you so much 😃

Restaurants are my hobby, and I have eaten at a lot.. This place does some of best Indian food I have had! Definitely returning soon

Lovely tasty food and great service. Will certainly be back.

Wonderful restaurant would definitely come back again, superb service from Mashfi, thank you 🙏

My first order from here I ordered Veg Balti, and Mushroom Biriyani, Mushroom Biriyani wasn't on the menu, as it was a veg Biriyani but they did a smashing Mushroom instead, and also I asked if I could have a mix of cauli and spinach dish, rather than either or, which they happily did for me. Could they also note I am vegan with dairy allergies so no Ghee dairy or egg at all, The meals were excellent really delicious best ever Indian takeaway, I did voice a concern about my meal, and the manager sent a family member to my home as I don't drive to assure me all was as supposed to be. Delivery was swift and the service is excellent I will be ordering again this evening for myself and my daughter