The Old School House Indian Restaurant in Ashford

A real gem in the village of Hamstreet near Ashford. Excellent, fresh and tasty Indian cuisine cooked to perfection in pleasant and comfortable surroundings within a stones throw of the town if Ashford. Friendly attentive staff and a decent comprehensive menu without overloading you with choice. Immaculately clean too. Well worth a visit away from the hustle bustle of Ashford and its negative supply of eateries. Pay the Old School House in Hamstreet near Ashford a visit, you won’t be disappointed

One of the best Indian meals outside of India I’ve had. Well done The Old School House, good service, a real taste of India

The food was amazing, the staff were so friendly and the old school house was beautiful!

Had a home delivery and we loved it. Food was delicious. Loved the fact I could order online for delivery

Had a home delivery with the family tonight. Arrived in good time. The delivery driver was friendly. The food was delicious, and the portion size was more than enough for us. Loved being able to order online for delivery or collection.

Heard that it was under new management and had been refurbished Staff were lovely and polite Food was so tasty,the chef had got the spices just right Portions were a little on the small side if you have a big appetite but was ideal portion size for me Will certainly visit again and again

Best curry take away we can recall. Super fresh and every dish had care and attention paid to it. Can’t wait to eat from here again. Super friendly staff on the phone, happy to talk through dishes. Friendly delivery driver. Food was early too, and on a Friday! Try the fish pakora….

Excellent food served by Titu and Mahin on Sunday night banquet night. Lovely atmosphere, with good easy listening music. We will definitely return.

Great selection of meals. Friendly staff & reasonable prices. I'll definitely be back soon.

Wow well done, such a beautiful relaxed atmosphere, food beautiful 😍

Excellent food last night. We had a take away for 5 people, everyone had different dishes, and everyone’s was delicious. Beautifully cooked, hot and well presented. Great value for money too. Definitely recommend.

Absolutely spot on for my palate. im no stranger to a very good Indian. I've ordered numerous times and all dishes have been 5 ⭐. Highly recommend.

We went into to get a take out. Very nicely laid out and we were greeted by a very pleasant young man. Really impressed with our dishes. Bhunna and the passanda curries were fantastic full of flavour. Really enjoyed it.

First time visiting this restaurant and can’t recommend it enough. Great customer service, Beautiful decor and Food was amazing. Dee I’ll definitely be coming back.

First experience last night, and was very impressed! We have just moved to the area, so glad we have a decent local Indian. Very tasty food!

An impromptu unbooked meal for 2. We'll overdue it certainly didn't disappoint. Service 10/10 food 10/10 In our opinion the best in the area. Thankyou Old School House.

I would highly recommend the old school house indian restaurant to anyone 😋 I have used them every Saturday night for the last 4 years every mouthful treats you to amazing flavours I never have the samedish but I am never disappointed

Top curry, great host! Had the special it was as yummy as it was special. Peshawari was scrummy and good lime pickle. Sag peneer was bang bang!

The service was very friendly and efficient in a relaxed manner. The food was second to none, absolutely superb and I don't say that a lot!! When we had finished our meal we wasn't rushed to pay or leave. Will certainly be visiting again very soon 😊

Exceptional food, so well presented, the service 10 out of 10. The best Indian meal we have had in a long time, we will be back, thank you guys.

Went I here tonight with my friend and we weren’t disappointed. Excellent service, staff were very polite and friendly. The food was served at a satisfactory speed even though they were quite busy. The food was excellent, served at the right temperature and was great value for money. I have had takeout from here before but tonight we sat in. I understand it is under new management but we left feeling satisfied and happy and certainly very full.

6 of us went last week to celebrate a family member’s birthday. Our waiter went above and beyond for us and we all agreed the food was amazing! Thanks for having us ! X

We collected a takeaway from here on Thursday. It's on time and delicious. We would recommend The Old Schoolhousefor the food and service.

Had our first takeaway tonight for a long while, best takeaway by far amazing flavours, enjoyed by everyone will be ordering again very soon

A delightful experience, the food outstanding, a little taste of Asian fushion on my door step. A must. Thank you

the food was very nice, the service was great and they were very kind, friendly atmosphere and welcomed well. definitely recommend

Excellent chicken jalfrezi and the chef made me garlic rice, even though it wasn’t on the menu.

We ordered takeaway meal, Saturday, the 6th of April Collection was okay but I’m returning home four minutes away from the restaurant. The food was cold barely warm the chicken in the masala dishes was tough and old and dry. The sauce had so much colouring and absolutely no flavour the balti dish was flavourless and the korma was too sweet. Overall, The whole meal was completely tasteless. The poppadoms were burnt on the outside, and the naan breads were small and cold. One of the worst Indian dishes we have ever had would not recommend at all and will not be using again.

Really disappointed. Have used this restaurant for years now, both eating in and takeaway. Ordered takeaway tonight,40 mins wait. Arrived at designated time, took home by car, ( a few hundred yards only), There was one table in restaurant occupied, 1 other person waiting for take away, so no way busy when collected, Food was all luke warm. The Butter Chicken had large slices of pre-cooked chicken swimming in a gloupy yellow sauce ( Butter chicken is normally chunks of seasoned hot chicken cooked as needed, in a buttery hot sauce), and NOT pre-cooked, sliced chicken, heated up and covered in a sauce. Most of the solid chicken slices went in the bin, Totally unappetising, despite putting into microwave to warm up. The Shaslick Chicken was luke warm too, had the usual ingredients but only very very average. Have had Shaslick loads of times before,this was frankly disappointing and barely rates average, Don't know what has happened to what was a thriving, busy restaurant serving appetising food, Sort yourselves out else we won't be returning!!

Excellent atmosphere & Service , food was exceptional, price was very reasonable.

Fantastic meal it was reasonably priced and the service was good. We were very impressed.

I use this resteraunt on a regular basis. Tonight I decided to celebrate my Birthday with family at The Old School House. We ordered poppadoms and drinks, there was only one other table in use with 2 people. The starters were served, cold and dry and barely edible. We waited nearly an hour for the main to arrive. My son is diabetic and had already injected prior to eating his starter. I had to ask the waiter where the food was, he said it was ready, then proceeded to take 2 telephone orders. The food finally arrived, cold again, I said to the waiter that it was cold, and he took it to be put in the microwave. Whe it come to the payment, I told them I was not happy about the service, which was pretty much ignored until I said I would be posting a review. The waiter then said he had knocked 1 starter off. The bill was still £100 for 3 of us and in all honesty not worth anywhere near that. Jay has done well to bring the profile up again but sadly the staff seem to be very nonchalant when he's not there, and need to understand the importance of customer service. Not impressed .

Bank holiday Monday thought it would be busy, unfortunately we were the only ones in there, which was a shame, It was 9pm no collections being whilst we were there. Maybe others had gone earlier? Food was nice,service was good Edit *** Returned for a meal as heard it had changed management. A much better experience food was delicious. We also have had a take away and food was very tasty.

Excellent family meal, excellent service and very tasty food, great night

Lots of good reviews and de ided to get a carryout as it could be our local restaurant The staff were very nice. Room was cold Food was awful 4 chicken pakora which resembled undercooked chicken nuggets greasy and soggy the 2 small samosas were bearable but again undercooked ar least seem to have been made in house Nanny bread was very sweet and not cooked in tandoori oven whilst Chicken Tikka Masala was 8 small pieces of chicken no other solids sypuch as peppers or onions in a Scarlet bland thin sauceseasoned with sweet taste Not acceptable standard and a supermarket take out meal had more authenticity and flavour

I recently spent my christmas day here, the staff served 21 of us, it was my first time having and indian for christmas dinner, and so glad i did, the service was incredible.. the waiters recommended what they thought we would like and they were spot on. Nothing was to much to ask. The food came out very quickly considering there was 21 of us, all the food was hot and tasted amazing. Thank you jay for taking our booking and making this experience a great one... Highly recommended.

Still the best curry house in the Ashford area Christmas 2023

Very pleasant evening with great food.

Beautiful restaurant. Food was delicious, so tasty. Such a good price. 30th birthday celebrations for my son. Such a lovely atmosphere and so clean. Thank you for a lovely evening. Will be returning soon.

I love this restaurant, the staff are so friendly, the atmosphere is relaxed and the food is out of this world! It's very reasonably priced for extraordinarily delicious food, a real gem. Its my favorite restaurant!

New updated review Oct 2023. After last visiting over a year ago when i gave a poor review, the new chef is great. This is now our go to Indian. Always really enjoy the vegetable balti (always nicely spiced )and tarka daal. Love the sag aloo too. Tikka massala is great also. Staff always really helpful. Prices are reasonable. Wait time is always acceptable. Just a note to Old School House, watch your portion sizes last few orders containers only 1/2- 3/4 full

Been to this restaurant many times but this was the first time under the new management. The food was incredible, so tasty and the flavours were amazing. The staff were very friendly and helpful throughout. A really great meal out.

Made an order for collection last night, staff were friendly and the food was great, will definitely be ordering again, especially as it is our local

Had a lovely family meal for my dad's birthday . The curry was amazing the meat was so tender and the flavours in the curry tasty! The staff where great so friendly and helpful would definitely recommend and will 100% be going back.

Awesome friendly place that serves amazing authentic Indian food and the waiter Tash is very friendly who would cater to every customers needs.

Best service from tash excellent food you wont get better best place ive been too by far

Not only is The Old School House outstanding value for money with a great range of dishes, but without fail, every time I visit, the food is utterly delicious. I've tried quite a few dishes now and every one is full of authentic flavour. You're always guaranteed a warm welcome and good service. The drinks are very keenly priced so I'm always tempted to have more than one! Spotlessly clean too. I'll be back!

Thanks for hosting a great birthday evening for our group of friends. We were a big group and you made sure we all had drinks and helped with serving the cake and decorations. Food and service was brilliant, thank you!

Fantastic food and service. Tash was very welcoming and look forward to coming back with my family. Five stars

Returned again as I heard it was under new management from a friend who lives in the area. Even worse service than last time had my pint poured by a young girl who looked younger than 16 - legal age to pour alcohol is 18- when served food my curry sauce was spilt on my white tuxedo staining it a scarlett red! food was sloppy chicken was hard and raw in the middle rice wasnt cooked - fingernail was found mixed in with the rice- the fork was stained and had excess food marks on, staff looked unpresentable and went on continuous smoke breaks without washing their hands after. The restaurant stunk of BO and Dog waste. The table cloth was stained from previous meals, food was all over the floor i had a squashed naan bread on the sole of my shoe, these were expensive shoes and are now ruined they have cheese all over the bottom. The facility was freezing cold, toilets were not regularly cleaned i walked in and there was poo marks spread around the wall with tissue stuck on. Staff tried hitting on me asking for my phone number and trying to use my e-cigarette. I was discriminated against for my size when i asked for a dessert. Ceiling was damp and moldy. Waitresses clearly under the influence of drugs. I CANNOT WARN YOU ABOUT THIS PLACE ANYMORE. Never returning again calling the food police! Thanks for reading.

Thank you so much for organising 50th Birthday Party for my bestie. Delicious food and lovely atmosphere. Brilliant customer service from lady called Meg. Thank you so much for having us!

Excellent food. Great service. Have been many times before, but feel the service and food have improved over the last few times we've been in!

I visit Kent three times a year on business/visiting family and we always make time to come to The Old Schoolhouse to eat. We come early to avoid the crowds. Always exceptional from friendly staff and the food is yummy and very reasonably priced. The chef is always happy to make minor adjustments for me (making a hot dish cooler and giving me a spinach-only dish o request). Wouldn't go anywhere else now I've found this!

Great meal, food is always so good and the staff are very helpful. Really recommend

Wonderful experience. First time here and the staff were amazing. Very attentive and professional. The food was so delicious and the setting was perfect. Very comfortable and very relaxing to go out with friends. Will definitely come again!

Was a wonderful experience, food is lovely and the staff are also lovely. The layout is great and intimate, when with friends you really get submerged in chat because of how great it is.

A hidden gem! Truly the best local curry house, we’re lucky to have it so nearby. The food was delicious (as always) and the staff are very attentive. I would recommend The Old School to anyone near Ashford. Thoroughly enjoyable.

Just had an Indian, it was so tasty, definitely recommend, so nice to have a local indian that does really good food. Service was very good and they are very welcoming there.

Great meal with my bishy boy, was with friends and family will come back again. Very busy as usual . Well done old school house

Another great meal, eating in the restaurant with friends. Our chicken Jalfrazi was beautiful!! Will definitely be returning with friends for another satisfying visit soon

Booking easy, food great and staff really friendly. Great place to have an Indian out for every occasion.

Was there on Saturday night. Had a great experience with the food having a great depth of flavour. Will be going back

Top Food and service! Highly recommended.

Me and some friends decided to come in for a meal, after previously having a few takeaways from here. The food was fantastic as usual, and the service was exceptional. Throughout the meal, we were looked after perfectly and everyone had a great night. We...

Fantastic food as always. The atmosphere was vibrant, and the service was great. Will be definitely returning soon with friends

Food was excellent and we will difinuse again service could be improved but will come in time i guess would recomend the place definitely

Delicious food. Staff very friendly and attentive. We went to celebrate a birthday, and after the meal, they bought out a cake for our friend! The restaurant has been under new management for only 1 week, and 2 of the new management team asked us...

Rude inattentive staff very slow service Drinks are flat pint was shocking poured by a young girl

Thought we’d try our local Indian as we’ve not tried it yet went in on a Sunday evening not that busy. Ordered drinks which seem to take for every to come. Order food I had a chicken tikka masala my husband had chicken balti seem...

Great food which was extremely tasty. Staff very attentive and the owner Shaz is very engaging which gives it a great customer experience. Compared to other restaurants in close vicinity this is definitely the best by a mile

Don't bother with this outdated, understaffed establishment. Went in for meal at 6.30. Seemed about 2 hours waiting. They seemed to be more interested in takeaways than looking after customers. Food quite average. Been twice now but won't be returning. Waiter was awful. Never asked...

Great curry full of flavour would highly recommend. Ignore other reviews they do not match what I experienced

The food is, at best, inadequate. Stale poppadum's accompanied by various pickles, standard stuff and OK. We had onion bhajis which were stale and dry, seemed to have been made weeks ago, plus two tiny samosas without any merit. I ordered half a chicken tandoori....

La cadre n’est pas très indien mais la musique d’ambiance l’est. Et surtout, la cuisine est savoureuse. Les plats sont...

Family take away meal ranging from Korma through Madras to jalfrezi , all excellent with great sag aloo, chana masala and tarka dhal sides, chapttis are home made always a good sign

Positive. The food was excellent. The staff very friendly and helpful. Negative. The place was so cold. Heating only put up when people complained. Food was fantastic but got cold quickly due to being served on cold plates and the room being so cold. Had...

Being on the way home this restaurant was ideally situated to have a cheeky take away on a Friday night unfortunately the wait ruined the whole experience. Having ordered on line at just before 6.30, the confirmation was returned with no collection time. Due to...

Delicious food, and great service!

Went for dinner there last night and very poor service waited 40 minutes and still had no starter so left. Also the place mats were kitchen towel, what a way to run a restaurant. This place has gone so downhill.

Brilliant night, great good and staff.

Great dinner out with the family.

Have had a number of takeaways and even dined in, always a good meal with Shaz who always has his finger on the pulse. I always have the meat special, always plenty of lamb and always spiced just as I like it. The decor needs...

Lovely food,helpful waiters just lacking in atmosphere!!

Been many times, The best curry restaurant in the area I would highly recommend 😁

Absolutely fabulous, lovely food and staff have great customer service.

Very basic decor but foods and staff food

Preordered a takeaway for 6 people, 3 courses for us all. There was plenty of food, speciality starters were done to order as was mains and side dishes. All were exceptionally tasty and delighted everyone. Also thank you for the meal being available for collection...

This evening 9 adults and 1 nearly 3 year old went for a meal here for my Son’s 21st birthday. Yesterday we took down the balloons, cake and candles in preparation for tonight’s meal. The food, atmosphere and service were wonderful, even down to the...

Very enjoyable for the second time, ordered online, slightly longer than stated but worth the wait

Excellent food, highly recommended.

Had a takeaway the food was excellent.

Nice food. Good atmosphere. Will go again

Excellent food, fab service, great value for money

First class meal and service, staff very efficient and friendly

Fabulous food. First class service. Very friendly people. And extremely reasonable prices. I would definitely recommend this place for eat in or takeaway. Thank you for you’re hospitality tonight. Best meal we’ve had on our 4 day break here. Jan & Bob

the food from here is always delicious. We have recently moved to hamstreet and have enjoyed a takeway from here a few times now. The food is always fresh and very tasty but also great value for money.

Always had a lovely meal probably the best around

We had a takeaway from the old school house to celebrate our anniversary and the food was better than ever. The gosht kata masala had such tender lamb and was so beautifully spiced, it was heavenly. If do wish they would include the mint yoghurt...

Great curry house with excellent staff

I have been visiting this restaurant since it opened. The ambience initially left something to be desired but this situation is improving. What has not changed is the quality of the food. The menu is constantly changing which is unusual for this type of restaurant....