Sutton Tandoori in East Cambridgeshire

Family curry night for 4. Booked online via their website. Warm welcome, clean & tidy restaurant and pleasant staff. Attentive but not overbearing, orders taken, drinks, poppadums etc. Excellent menu, good range with a few different dishes on there. All food was very good, tasty, well presented (table needed to be a bit bigger!) and good portion size. All in all, a great first time for us but certainly not the last. Would highly recommend.

Ordered food with them, call in when it was late and was told 'it was sent to the wrong house' and then hung up the phone.

Foods really good and the waiters are nice They have chicken nuggets for picky eaters. Really good quality food

Excellent Service and food. Have been using the restaurant since Jan 2022. I order online and the service is prompt and food hot and delicious.

Very disappointed with the food, wasn’t terrible but made worse by the unforgettable attitude and actions of the delivery man, we made it clear to come to the back door and even when he arrived he came to the front. We asked him to come round the back and rather than making the short trip, he threw his hands in the air, left the food on the front door step and buggered off, rude is an understatement and would rather eat Chinese dog in the future 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️

Ordered from here on NYE, food didnt arrive, constantly fobbed off with expected time and then phone taken off the hook! Happy to take the money though, phoned next day to complain and was rudely told they were busy! That doesn't make it okay to take the money and not deliver! No apology offered or refund. Will not use again!

Chicken was dry in all dishes and the chow main is literally instant noodles onion and chicken no sauce whatsoever you may as well buy some Instant chicken noodles a chicken breast and a onion and make it yourself as that is exactly what it is , it has no vegetables or bean sprouts or sauce....that is not a chow main. Madras was just sauce and dry chicken, majority sauce and was very bland and tame, almost a korma. I was very disappointed considering the £30 minimum spend and £4 delivery charge on foodhub and we didn't enjoy anything. Only reason I'm giving 2 stars is for the delivery being on time.

I’ve driven past on many occasions and despite its somewhat dilapidated outside appearance I’d often wondered on what it was actually like given its small village location. I rang in advance to see if it even offered seated restaurant service as it’s somewhat hard to tell from a drive by fleeting glimpse. The inside is fairly spacious, neat, clean and welcoming and in these Covid-19 times all necessary guidelines were being followed. Seated and with menu in hand I was asked for my choice of drink and found to my disappointment this was an alcohol free establishment. I opted for a coke but had I been given a few moments longer there was much greater choice of soft drinks available. Restaurant regulars began to arrive and they obviously knew the drill and were comfortable with bringing their own drinks and happy to pay the nominal corkage charge. I deferred the offer of papadums until I’d had a chance to peruse the menu. Plenty of choices with many dishes that will be familiar to all. I chose a starter, main, rice and side with papadums as kick-off. They arrived swiftly as did the starter, which was slightly too quick for my liking. So in order not to have any table’fullness (well, you never know) I asked for my main to be on hold in the kitchen for 10mins or so. Papadums, Reshmi Kabab, Chicken Madras, Pialu Rice and Bombay Aloo - were all tasty and perfectly cooked and I left not even a grain of rice! The diet coke was a tad flat and poured obviously from a larger bottle - so a bit disappointing. I loved the meal but did feel initially I was perhaps being hurried to make menu decisions and would have preferred more time given this was my first visit. Bill was £28.30, which for a solo diner does seem a tad expensive, given my choices were fairly run-of-the-mill and there was no alcoholic drink involved.

We had two very simple takeaways - vegetable dansak and vegetable curry both with pilau rice. The dansak was hot but flavourless, the curry was as bland as an 'English' and the pilau rice wasn't what we would call pilau - just white rice with a bit of colouring and watery beyond belief.....it's supposed to be light and fluffy but was like wet cotton wool. Very, very disappointing as we have no kitchen ATM and we're really looking forward to some delicious Indian food. Not recommended!!

Ordered a takeaway from here, the cheese naan was full of black grit. The type of grit you would expect to find on your shoes. When I complained I was told it was the oven! What sort of oven puts grit INSIDE a naan??? I was offered a free item next time I order, was refused a refund. I politely explained I would never be ordering from them again. Have reported to FSA. Feel sick that I ate anything from there.

Very disappointed with the takeaway which we had been looking forward to having read the reviews. The tandoori chicken was overcooked and dry, and the onion and pepper were both undercooked. Better to buy a meal for two at one of the supermarkets. Avoid.

Lovely food, properly cooked, served with a smile, nothing too much trouble. If not hot enough, ask for it hotter. Bring your own booze.

Dont be put off by the outside appearence this is a great place. Good food, service and nice relaxed atmosphere.

I didn't think I was superstitious, but couldn't bring myself to call it part 13! Just as a starter, this restaurant is not in Ely, but about 7 miles away in Sutton. (At the time of writing the Tripadvisor published address is just Ely). The four of us had a belting meal on Saturday night. We each had different meals and all were delicious. Service was efficient and we all had a good time. I did feel a bit sorry for them as we were there at what you thought might be peak time & only two tables were occupied. Portions were generous and didn't break the bank.

Sutton Tandoori is good value for a group of people. Their naan in particular are very good. The food is generally mildly seasoned, but the are certainly some hotter dishes. The staff are very friendly and the service is excellent. I come here regularly for celebratory meals. It can get very hot inside! There is generally street parking nearby.

Loved the meal, staff were polite and professional . Will return! Food was delicious and had great Choice

Superb food, Chicken pakora's to die for, best Chicken dansac in the area, what more could you ask for......overall great food and everybody else in the party enjoyed their food, can recommend and we will be returning.

In the area for a couple of nights and being partial to Indian cuisine I came across this establishment.First impression, very clean and tidy and most welcoming. Don’t let the outside put you off. Some early diners so always a good sign.My choice of shami kebab followed by balti chicken madras was a good choice too. Tried both the Kingfisher and The Bangla beer (as recommended by the Owner) very nice. Alyssa was noted taking several calls for take-aways and is a pleasant Bonny Lass. I am definitely returning tomorrow night for another lovely experience.SmoothJazzMeister

For my sister's 40th birthday, she decided that she would like to have a meal out and because she knew the restaurant and had dined there before , she decided on Sutton Tandoori. The food was excellent and the staff were really helpful and very pleasant , especially towards my young nieces.Lovely atmosphere and lovely food. We had the Tuesday special and it was by miles better than the one offered at a similar restaurant in Ely Marker Street. Definitely we will return. Now, when's the next family birthday......?!

Love Sutton tandoori have never had a bad meal there, last night was no exception. Their Tuesday and Wednesday deal of starter, main. side dish and rice or naan for £12.50 is great. Last night had lamb silesia, Josani spice with bindings bhaji and lemon rice was all terrific. Paid extra for an pistachio ice cream desert which was delicious. Why can you only get Bangla beer in restaurants?

We had a great meal here, had not used this place for a long while even though we live very close. We had the Tuesday night deal and shared our dishes. All were lovely, we kept more or less to the house specialities and were not disappointed. We will be back very soon.

This place didn’t look over inviting from the outside but. Inside was very pleasant. The place was warm and friendly the service was good and all the food was good. Overall a nice place to visit. I look forward to returning.

Sutton Tandoori is good value for a group of people. I usually get their food takeaway and bring it home to eat it. It is reasonable for Indian food and their naan in particular are very good. The food is mildly seasoned. The staff are very friendly.

We used to live in Sutton and enjoyed eating here. We now live 300 miles away but always try to have at least one meal here when we visit every few months. This week we came twice - first with teenage grandchildren and then on a second day with two old friends from Ely. All of us greatly enjoyed our meals on both occasions. Friendly prompt service, really excellent food (some of the best Indian food we have experienced - and some unsual dishes). Highly recommended.

Ordered, given a time of arrival - arrived late

Eaten in the Restaurant and also takeaway, food offers many flavours and staff attentive, worth a visit out of Ely the small distance is to travel to a small restaurant with quality dishes

Dejamos aquí el domingo de Pascua y estamos los únicos clientes. La comida estaba bien, pero el ambiente un poco deficiente. El precio era razonable y sabroso, la carne era probablemente no la mejor calidad que he probado nunca. Había algunos platos interesantes que nunca habíamos visto antes en un menú de la india, pero realmente no me encontrar más cuando le pedí al camarero. Una experiencia mediocre.

Have been eating here for many years and never disappointed. The staff are very friendly and always efficient. The food is excellent, freshly cooked and well presented. Highly recommeneded.

Realmente pueblo buena casa de curry. Habiendo vivido durante años en Luton y Manchester para trabajar en gran parte de la semana me gustaría pensar que tengo un buen conocimiento de los lugares curry. Este es uno de los mejores que he visitado por ahora. Bueno tanto para llevar y comer en el que no dudaría en recomendar a cualquiera. Me gustaría recomendar el Sutton Shashlik especialmente especial - Muy sabroso!

Friendly staff not to badly priced my partner opted for the mixed tandori but said it was bland hardly any spice at all I had the starter of garlic mushrooms & on the menu it said spice, that was also bland my main of house special was nice but far too many onions. Peshwari nan was ok had better. Coffee was nice don't think I'd rush back in a hurry there

El servicio era excelente, el personal muy agradable y servicial. Gran elección en el menú principal y postres. Muy concurrida en la noche, más de lo normal, pero aparentemente no tienen que esperar mucho tiempo para ser servido. Todo el personal de cuidados de forma servicial y alegre. Bien recomendado

La comida es fantástica, el personal muy amable y los precios muy buenos. Arroz limón es increíble como todo lo demás realmente

Regularmente aquí para almuerzos y probar más cosas en el menú. Todo estaba delicioso! Gente estupenda, excelente servicio, excelente ubicación para un paseo por el río después de comer en el río o en verano

Have many a takeaway from here and never had a bad one.. excellent food very fast service.freindly with it

Stopped here for a evening on staying in the village for a night. The food was very nice and well presented with a good variety and options across the menu.

Git a take-away for friends last night of visit. Once again Choudray and team did a fantastic job and truly impressed with the quality of food!

Top quality Curry as always. We get a takeaway pretty regularly from here and it's always delicious and quick service. Highly recommended and good value.

Jean and I (and family and friends) have eaten there 3 times from April to July 2016 and each time we all felt that was absolutely brilliant. Really fantastic food with both traditional and fabulously different offerings to choose from.The place is clean and the staff and friendly and efficient. I have eaten Indian-type food for some 50 years and this is one of the very best places to eat it!

I have ordered takeaway from here a few times now and I absolutely LOVE IT. The food is always hot, the meat is cooked perfectly, and it's simply just delicious.I eat a lot of Indian food and I would highly recommend getting a takeaway from here.

Flat coke for over £2 did it for me. I was not impressed one bit by the menu or service. Place was clean enough but the food was not all that. I won't go back and I live in the village.

I'd heard such good things about this place. We got a takeaway in January, and despite having my order read back to me on the phone, once we'd unpacked the delivery, they'd missed something off. I phoned them, and it turns out they didn't put the item through. We gave them another chance last night, this time ordering online. Weirdly, the delivery driver told me when he dropped it off 'if there's anything wrong call us and we'll sort straight away'. They didn't deliver a dish, this time we had ordered and paid for it. I phoned them and were told they would get it delivered but at this point the rest of my order was getting cold. When asked for a refund, they couldn't refund as it was paid over PayPal, but would run the money out to me. They said it would be that night or tomorrow, they couldn't say as were 'too busy' . We didn't want it as credit against my next order as we don't want to use them again.My partner had king prawn madras, and we expected more than three prawns given it cost £9.95.After two chances both going wrong we will not be using them again.

I ordered our take-away on their website and it was ready within 35 minutes ( that is what I asked for) and when I was just spectre and my order was ready. The portions where generous and the flavours fantastic. We could not stop eating , it was outstanding. I do not know ne'er stand the negative comments some people left, I can not praise them enough. If some of you want seriously mouth burning hot ispicy food, ask for it and you shall get, but remember fine Indian food is traditionally not like that. It is all about subtlety.Forgot to mention really good value for money. We had 6 different dishes

Staff where polite but seemed panicked and didn't no what do to. Food was very standard and was served cold, 1 meal was left out so my dad started his meal as we was finishing. It toke an hour and half for the main meal to come out. Meals where tiny compared to what you get if you take away. For very slow service cold food and not very much of it, it was very pricey.Wouldn't go there again was made to feel like we wasn't a priority but was happy to take the large sum of money off us

This restaurant does not look like much, but once you step in the door, you will be delighted. The staff is delightful, and the food about the best Indian food we've tasted. Priced right.

Placed order over the phone after an hour no show so I gave them another call. They said they were sorry and would be with in ten minutes. So 1 hour and 10 minutes to come 1.5 miles. Food arrived 1 starter, 2 mains --£28. Everything was stone cold.Into the rubbish bin. Phoned them to complain but they didn't seem interested, possible an every-day occurrence ??? Wont be using them again.

So, having lived in Sutton for 8 years now, I have to say Sutton Tandoori was a great local restaurant. Unfortunately over time this has declined, despite new management and decor. Takeaway took longer than promised to collect, and the food, although not awful, was cold. Having ordered a Vindaloo, the heat was almost non existent. Staff looked overwhelmed despite a few takeaway orders and 3 tables occupied. Hope they can improve things. Very disappointed.

Whilst staying locally I visited the Sutton Tandoori. The welcome was warm and service was efficient.I chose to have poppadoms (very reasonably priced - 60p each and no charge for the pickles), Lamb Korai, Aloo Peas and plain Nan. It was a reasonable portion and tasty.Together with a small beer, my meal was just over £17.I might be back....

B&q has more kerb appeal but thought let's go in anyway as looks can be deceiving.I'll start by sayings we like indians and currys and we meet up once a month trying out different restaurants. I can't understand how people give excellent reviews on the food as it's just tasteless, bland and boring.these reviews must be from people that have never ventured out the village.the popadoms are salty as are the dips and the salad well that's probably been sitting on the side, there were 4 small chicken pieces of meat in my starter ment to be mixed tandoori kebab (really),6 small chicken pieces in the main (tasteless) and although we all ordered different things they all came out bright red and didn't really taste any different.I'm sure they re-use the dips from table to table rather than fresh.and dont ask for a coffee as this takes 45 minutes to come and is made from instant guess they don't know how to use the machine.on the bright side it's cheap so as they say you get what you pay for. but my opinion if it matters to you is don't bother the staff are clueless apart from the English girl who obviously keeps the place ticking over,the food isn't worth the hassle of travelling and the decor oh the decor enjoy people.

Long time since we have had a takeaway from here, wont be going back I am afraid. Garlic Nan cold and tough, onion bhaji's tasteless, Biryiani bland. Lamb Dansak was well spiced and tasty, but not enough to redeem this poor overall eating experience.

one of the best curry places around. Good selection on the menu and good service. They also do takeaways but I have not tried them as prefer to eat there.

Sutton Tandoori certainly punches above it's weight. One wouldn't expect such high quality from a village Indian restaurant and takeaway. The food is very fresh, arrives piping hot, and is simply delicious. The menu is extensive and everything I've tried was very good.

This has been our local Indian for 19months now since moving here from S.Herts. Have not visited another Indian in this area as yet. Restaurant, layout, food & service fantastic. On average eat in here once every 2wks. Even comparing to other Indians that i visit nearing London this one is still excellent. Prices are average, the only criticism is the the portions are slightly less than other establishments. The new menu a few months ago is good, fair few new dishes, tried a couple. Jalfrezi, Dupiaza & Dansak dishes favs.

We were pleasantly surprised, after reading negative reviews we were unsure what to expect. Lovely people, great food, nice atmosphere, couldn't have wanted more. We are regular Indian restaurant users all around the country, this was on par with some of the best. Good luck guys for the future. The lazykatz.

This is our second meal from the Sutton Tandoori and we mentally marked the first down as 'a bit strange'....not bad...but it included a saag paneer that was like a cheese sauce with spinach in it. This one we'll also mark down as 'not quite right' and probably assuage our curry urges by eating out in future as this is the only Indian within delivery range for us.Some elements of the meal were very good.... the aubergine bahji had obviously just been freshly cooked and still had some texture to it and the veggie samosas, although tiny, were packed and nicely spicy (but given the rest of the meal I now suspect they were bought in a catering pack).Otherwise our meal was pretty much devoid of hot spices... there was flavour (although not much as I could taste the lamb in my curry as a stand alone flavour) - my curry was described as a 'medium' and I would have classed it as very very mild.My husband's balti had a strong vinegar base (not totally unpleasant but unlike any balti he's ever had before) and his chapatis were very doughy....almost raw and again, there was minimal spice heat to the curry.

ordered a take away last night from SUTTON TANDOORI waited for one and a half hours when it arrived it was all cold and tasted disgusting had to throw most of it away when I phoned and asked to speak to the owner they hung up on me I finally got to speak to him and he offered a discount on the next order but I will not be going back there the sooner they are out of business the better

The layout of the restaurant is good, the tables laid well and service excellent. The menu looks interesting with several dishes we had not experienced. There were six of us and all had the same comments on the food. It was bland to almost tasteless. We think somebody forgot to put the spices in! All rather disappointing as clearly demonstrated by the lack of custom.

Lovely lovely lovely curry. Was so impressed with the quality of food here at sutton tandoori. I had a chicken tikka and I couldn't fault it. Will be back soon

this retuarant/takeaway has been given a lot of grief over the recent few months due to change in management and it going down hill rapidly!!however, it now has a new menu with some tasty alternatives which are really scrummy. I think if it carries on this way, it will soon get its good reputation back. you can now order on-line too!

I came to this restaurant before it changed hands, and thought it was good then. However, I am both surprised and delighted at the quality of the food since the takeover. I experienced the new improved menu, last week. It was superb! Being enabled to choose the degree of " heat" you wanted for your meal, is inspired! The food tasted fresh, and was without the lake of grease that often accompanies Indian food!I am so lucky that this place is just at the end of my road!!Lindsay Pike

It's improving day by day. Been told New Management is introducing new menu soon. Atmosphere is much better than before.

We eat here nearly every other week and since the take over it has been consistently improving. Cant wait to see what it is like when the new management have done in a few months time.

I eat here on a Wednesday night - the food was good (although coming from Manchester I am somewhat spoiled). The service was ok - attentive enough. There was a special price for starter and main course which meant it was very good value. Would go back if staying in the area.

We have been strong supporters of Abdul and his team but a coupld of years ago, it all went downhil. we stopped using it as much as we used to and heard Abdul was leaving :( however, we decided to give the newbie a chance.we were well disappointed. we ordered two different dishes but could not taste the difference, the mushroom rice was lacking in mushrooms. we wont be going for a while and that is a shame as this had an extensive customer base and i feel that it has lost its way. we had to repeat our address etc several times even though we stated the driver would know where we lived. i got slightly annoyed at the fourth time of telling them our address.

This is going to be fantastically short.The food over the last year/ 2 years was gone down hill so much I simply can't even describe. On the last visit my biryani was very evidently reheated. Really, really shocked! Sagg aloo very, very ghee saturated. And stupidly small- the cost is the same as last year.... Why has the portion size dropped sooooooo much. Keema naan with no meat in, only strange red colour saturated into the dough Etc, etc.... So, didn't get on with the food. The decline in quality has been gradual but very steady. The service is absolutely appalling. Hearing "thank you very much" 100 times a minute used to be novel when combined with the friendly lad who used to work there. Now the grumpy, non attentive rude chap who acts as the 2nd part of the combo is too much. I know it is village locked, and probably has a captured audience of regulars. But I now find myself going to friendlier, cheaper, and much higher quality counterparts, but only one village away in Chatteris.This review covers my last visit, however the road to my last visit is long and disappointing. I hope management take heed of some of the clear signs (and reviews) as to the restaurants dwindling customer base. I was asked to rate the atmosphere here as a number- I've never been in the restaurant when it's been busy.... Atmosphere is empty, quiet, and probably a symptom of the food quality, service, and general style of welcome etc. I hope the warning signs are noticed......

Went with friends, some of the food was cold and had to be sent back with no apologies. Slightly chaotic although not busy and lacked atmosphere...Slack service and not worth the money

Visited last Wednesday knowing that longstanding owner Abdhul had handed over the reigns having used and enjoyed this restaurant and takeaway from day 1,some 20 years.Delighted to say that food just the same standard,excellent.What is the previous reviewer talking about?.Will miss Abdhul but will continue to use under new familiar ownership.

(new owners) when I had my order tonight my food came raw, the chips were cold in the middle. I will not be returning

After a period of not so good take sways, pleased to say back on form. Chicken tikka masala very good.

When we arrived the restaurant was dead but for some reason they seated us right at the back and out of the way. The food was very tasty but throughout the whole meal the staff just ignored us. The restaurant got a little busier but they were all sat at the front but we were stuck at the back. When we asked why we were sat we the staff ignored us.The food was lovely but the atmosphere and staff attitude was not good at all. I will not be returning here

Visited Sutton Tandoori a couple of times this year, both "on spec", both occasions have been made very welcome by the friendly staff. This Indian restaurant / takeaway has an extensive varied menu and on each occasion we visited, the food was both great and plentiful. Food is reasonably priced, drinks are on a little expensive for what is available. This is a very casual restaurant, reflected in the atmosphere of the dining area. There are bargain "cheap nights", best call to check for these, but currently Tuesday.

We have only had takeaways from Sutton Tandoori but they've always been brilliant. Lovely tasting food, prepared in good time and very friendly staff. We feel very lucky to have such a great Indian in the village and we must go in to eat one night soon.

We have been using the Sutton Tandoori for years. Apart from a blip about 8 months ago when the flavour of the curries wavered they have been easily the best Indian food I've had.Staff are friendly and helpful, but the beer is expensive.

I went with a group of friends on a Tuesday when they have a very good offer running! A starter, main, a rice and a side followed by free coffee for 10.50 I believe. Food was very nice and plenty more of it. The staff were attentive without being too over bearing as I often find in Indian restaurants.

Sutton is very lucky to have Sutton Tandoori. The quality of the cuisine is superb and is unrivalled from any other Indian restaurant or takeaway within Ely and surrounding villages. It certainly deserves its coveted reputation.