The Valley in Northumberland

The bad reviews on here seem to be historical, not recent. We had possibly the best curry and best service ever. For a 60th birthday treat we booked a night in Newcastle and took the curry train. It's something out of the ordinary, a bit of fun. We were met by lovely polite staff. After pre dinner drinks we were shown to our table where the starters arrived immediately. The restaurant was busy (midweek) and had good atmosphere. Service was very attentive at every table. The chicken tikka was easily the best I have tasted. Larger pieces of chicken than normal but because of that it was juicy and tender. Amazing king prawns too - huge and cooked to perfection. After a surprise birthday dessert brought out by the staff we were advised that the return train had been cancelled! Amazingly, the owner insisted that his son drive us all the way back to Newcastle and absolutely wouldn't accept any payment! Excellent food with superb service. We will be back, and will use the curry train again.

Excellent food and service, well worth the journey. Will be back for sure

My fiance and I went to this wonderful place on Saturday 12.10.24. We were met under the big clock at central station by two lovely guys who talked us through the menu and took our orders and drinks order for the train. They then took us to the platform and served our drinks on the train. We arrived at the restaurant and sat for drinks for a few moments and then were taken to our table. Every dish was delicious and the service was second to non, nothing was too much trouble. Excellent value for money. This experience is an absolute must! We will be back! The only thing I can say that could improve the overall experience and it is a small thing and was also mentioned by some other patrons; if maybe the guys whom meet us at the station to be dressed a bit more traditional,more regalia. Don't get me wrong they were smart, I just think it would enhance the experience even more.

Outstanding food, service , venue , experience and value ! FIRST CLASS

A lovely relaxed place to eat. Staff friendly. Definitely worth a visit for a quiet meal during the week. I'm led to understand, if you want somewhere lively, then the weekends will be for you.

My favourite restaurant. Always get great food with great service.

Lovely setting next to the train platform. Exceptional service!

Food ? Outstanding . Staff ? Outstanding . Service ? Outstanding . Venue ? Outstanding . Value ? Outstanding . The passage to India train experience? Outstanding.

A fabulous night, it was soo special, a lovely guy met us at newcastle train station with a drink for us on the train, on the way to The Valley restaurant Corbridge. Absolute lovely friendly staff, looked after us so well, food was fantastic, restaurant was beautiful. And they even saw us back on the train, the restaurant is right on the platform, so it was very easy. Will be doing it again. Thankyou so much guys for a very special experience 👍

Everything about my experience was wonderful. The restaurant itself is opulent and gorgeous. The service was attentive and the food was delicious. Our daughter and son in law took us to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary and they couldn’t have made a better choice of venue. They bought the curry train package. We were met at the railway station ( under the clock….) and made our choice from the menu. We then went to Corbridge by train. We had a terrific meal with a great selection of rice/sides/ naans and poppadums. We each chose a starter and main course. My lamb was beautifully tender and flavourful. We finished our meal with a selection of desserts- and a surprise dessert complete with sparkler. I heartily recommend The Valley. It was an exceptional experience. It

Fabulous night with three friends on Thursday.Food delicious and so much choice .The staff are all lovely and go over and above for you.Absolutely give it a try you will not be disappointed 😁

We absolutely love this restaurant and visit every year whilst on our holidays. Staff are attentive and friendly, the food is first class. It's been a really special experience each time. We plan to do the curry train trip in the future!

Whoever worked out the concept of the "Curry Train" is a genius. The whole deal - from getting the train in Newcastle to the wonderful food and atmosphere of the restaurant was outstanding, and we will do it again.

Great food and very friendly staff

This is without doubt the best Indian restaurant in the North East of England and probably better than anywhere else. Don't miss out if you are in the area.

Definitely highly recommend this place, the food is spot on, table service and the staff are excellent and very friendly, I'll definitely be back, 5 star rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Having been to the Valley a few times before over the years, I was looking forward to a meal out with family. While the food was good, unusually the service was not. The waiting staff were polite but there was a real undertone of annoyance/aggression, practically throwing the plates on the table, looking exasperated every time a dish was brought to the table. Very odd - we're really not a demanding lot. I'm not sure if they'd all had a big argument just before we arrived but that's how it felt. I'll be giving it a miss in the future - at over £30 per head it was supposed to feel like a treat.

First visit to The Valley and left very happy :) From arriving the service was exceptional, great menu and food was fabulous! Will definitely return :)

Pity about the rain but had a good timehopefully when weather is better it will look better when we go back

We found this Indian restaurant on Google with great reviews and we were extremely happy with everything! Food was great, service was great! Highly recommend…

We’ve been exploring the North for a week, and this is the best food and service we’ve had. Staff were kind, attentive and fast, in a proper restaurant way. We had a few different dishes that were all so full of flavour. I particularly liked the Lamb Shat Kora Delight. The setting is rather original, next to the station.

Having been to 'sister outfit' Cilantro in Hexham a month or so back, i expected The Valley to be on a very similar par..but whereas i would have given a resounding 5☆ for food at Cilantro, the VJ was mediocre in comparison. Drier meat (lamb, both in main meal and starter chop. Less rich and less complex and well balanced flavours in the sauce. Somewhat bland tarka dhall lack visible or taste signs of fried garlic.

We had a takeaway last weekend. The food, although presented beautifully, was mediocre at best. The chicken in both dishes was dry and gristly, which was very off putting. None of us finished and didn't even keep any as leftovers.

Got the curry train from Newcastle last night and what a fantastic experience met some lovely people along the way, loved the food and service and an easy 5 from us

Probably the worst Indian food we've ever had! The Madras didn't have any heat (chilli) and very watery.

Used to visit on the curry train many years ago and we were in the area today. I find the staff so attentive, they cannot do enough for you. The food is excellent and they never disappoint. Shouldn't have left it 12 years between visits. Will definitely go back more regularly.

Very nice place. Lovely food and ambience. Staff very helpful. Will be back. 😍

Good professional restaurant, quality is high

Nice food, good service especially for a big table of 12

The staff are just fabulous and match the quality of the food. Never miss the opportunity to get a table here

Booked a table of 4 to celebrate my graduation and I have to say the restaurant did not disappoint. Food was amazing, we were absolutely full by the end. The service was very polite and attentive. It was also the first time my parents had Indian food and they were very impressed. We will definitely come back and would recommend it to out friend and family.

Exceptional food & service, 5* restaurant 👌

One of my favourite places to eat Indian cuisine.

The best Indian food I have ever tasted. Service is tremendous and I can't imagine going anywhere else for quality food.

Food is amazing. Corbridge is a lovely town and the restaurant itself has a great atmosphere

First time visit and really impressed by the restaurant, service from all the staff and the amazing food. Old favourites on offer but some less well known choices that are well worth trying. We visited on a Thursday night and it seemed pretty busy so I’d guess reservations might be advisable

Great birthday evening with family. Good to be back at the Valley

Had a spectacular experience here, not only was the transport great but so was the food, the service was top notch, they had a wide variety of different dishes on their menu and a wide range of different desserts on their dessert menu. Would highly recommend you give this restaurant a visit and if you do take the curry train you won't be disappointed.

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing The Valley's Curry Train, and it was an absolute delight! The food was incredibly flavorful, and the variety of curries offered was impressive. The service was top-notch, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. If you're a fan of Indian cuisine, The Valley in Corbridge is a must-visit. I can't wait to hop on the Curry Train again!

Excellent meal as always. Very quiet due to the weather.

It is one of the best Indian restaurants in the Northumberland area. Added interest is the train coming through the station.This was our 2nd visit in 6 weeks

Very nice meal in a unique and beautiful setting😊

Becareful of the glamorous reviews... most the reviews are from folks doing the "Curry Train". This restaurant is very poor for an Indian restaurant. Six of us attended a few weeks ago. We got sat at our table fairly quickly and smoothly, and then a gentleman came around and placed the napkins on our laps. Another gentleman then took our drinks orders which came fairly quickly, and we then ordered starters and mains upon the servers return. Everything went down hill from here. They literally FORGOT about our order. We ordered around 6.15pm and we had to remind them at around 7.15pm that we still hadn't had our starter. This was despite a server coming around just before 7pm asking If we needed anything - we replied at the time "Our food would be great please" but it still didn't arrive. This meant that shortly after the starters arrived at 7.15pm, our mains then arrived, rather than being spread out a bit. On top of this, they served me prawns instead of the chicken that I ordered. Good job I wasn't allergic! There was no apology or compensation attempt made from the restaurant. They all just looked clueless as to what was going on. In regard to the food, you get more chicken in a CostCo curry than you do here. And for some reason, the sauce tasted watery? Not quite sure what was going on. Maybe we went at a bad time but we won't be returning any time soon.

A different experience compared to the usual Indian restaurants we frequent. Unusual setting and a good atmosphere inside. Very attentive and helpful staff. All our courses were beautifully cooked and presented. Good to try something different. Happy to recommend this restaurant

Brilliant Indian restaurant, one of the best meals I’ve had. Great service, lovely staff, highly recommended.

The food was very disappointing. Really mediocre curries without much taste. Daal was really watery. I have a few decent cookbooks and could have honestly made better myself. Expensive and didn’t feel good value for money. Enjoyed the curry train part of it - gimmicky but fun.

The surprise platter starter was excellent and a meal on its own. Murgh zhal Roshen, pilaw rice, Tarka dhal, and garlic naan, large portions. Very nice Italian Merlot.

just outside Dyvels Inn and rugby club and next to the train station, literally. Very welcoming and do restaurant service and take away. They were very friendly and the food good only disappointment was lack of attention when we tried to pay bill as staff...

We were met at Central Station in Newcastle by our waiter who escorted us to our platform and took our orders. On the train we ordered drinks to have on the way ( only criticism, the Prosecco could have been chilled). We were escorted to...

A very nice restaurant awaits you here. It has some minor flaws which are easily fixed and should be as soon as possible. Negatives out of the way first I think..... The service was slow and inattentive. The waiting on staff really need to smile...

Beautiful tasty Indian food that was a bit different and excellent service. They made a fuss of the birthday boy too. Fabulous!

Absolutely superb meal, at a very sensible price. Tastefully decorated, friendly service, what more could you ask for??

Fabulous from being met at Newcastle railway station! Extensive choice of dishes all delicious, well cooked and presented well. The restaurant is styled well and being on the station was unique! Service was exceptional, nothing too much trouble. We were celebrating a birthday in our...

Brilliant train ride up and fab service. Best Indian meal I’ve had in a while. Will be back.

Absolutely brillant. Great food. Excellent staff. Such a lovely place really accommodating for my disabled aunt

Service was attentive but a bit disjointed. Food is good but in my opinion overpriced. The "curry train" gimmick is not worth it...

Fantastic meal in beautiful surroundings. Staff very helpful and attentive. Would certainly recommend a visit.

What an excellent experience! After seeing Michael Portillo do ‘the curry train’ on his railway journeys programme, we decided it was a brilliant model for a good evening out. Their guide met us under the big clock by the ticket barriers at Newcastle Central, to catch the train to Corbridge, Cobra bottled beer or prosecco in hand. The Valley Restaurant building is lovely, possibly the oldest ex-station house in the World. The food was delicious, and there was so much - popodums and pickle tray to start, and the starter and mains we’d ordered at Newcastle/on the train from a great choice for carnivores, vegetarians/vegans. Also included are keema and plain rice, sides of bindhi bhaji & Bombay aloo, with a puffy, light garlic naan; then a mint ice-cream bombe and a caramel/choc ice-cream pot to share, followed by coffee and mints. Drinks choice is also extensive, with draught and bottled beers, and wines. The guide, waiters and owner were all friendly and very polite, and made us feel very looked-after, they couldn’t have been more professional and attentive. They directed us to the platform for the return journey just after 9pm. We were very full and had enjoyed the whole experience very much indeed. We’d deliberately travelled from Manchester to stay over in Newcastle to do the trip, and were not disappointed.

Spectacular location, novel train travel option set in a very impressive heritage property. Best service we’ve had in years…from the booking process through to the junior staff. The food still managed to steal the show. Incredible ginger beef curry and delicious tandoori chicken. Great evening...

Wow, what an excellent Indian restaurant. From the very friendly staff greeting us on arrival, the atmosphere in the dining room, as this is not your average Indians, it is more akin to an up market dining room with crisp white linen, to the fantastic...

We have been here several times and always had fantastic food. I have to say on this occasion my husband and sister were delighted with their meals. However, i ordered something different to try and the chicken was very overcooked and chewy to the point...

What an experience, visited N-U-T, got local train with a member of staff from restaurant and was given a welcome drink. Then, escorted all the way to the restaurant and shown to table and had a 5 course dinner. Staff fantastic very attentive and friendly....

What a fantastic venue. Staff were extremely friendly and attentive. Food was out of this world, the best ever. The setting in the old station at Corbridge, was perfect.

Good service. Good food. and reasonable prices. Parking available. Nice surroundings. May be difficult for disabled. There's a train station literally outside the door. Usual selection of beers. Didn't see the wine list. So can't comment. But will go back and can recommend. Called in...

We went by the Curry Train, definitely recommend the place

Food was great, but expensive. We did the curry train from Newcastle. Lamb was super tender. Nice decor and the staff were excellent. I recommend the lamb chops 🤤

First time visit. Extensive choice of menu, excellent food and great customer service. Will definitely return. Thanks

A great setting and excellent service

Well, after reading the positive reviews I was really looking forward to a meal here. We went for my sister in laws 60th birthday having booked on the “curry train”. The train experience was totally underwhelming having our order taken on Central Station platform by...

Cracking night out with lads from work. Food was spot on, and the service was excellent 👌 5 🌟

Fabulous, met at Newcastle Central Station by Tariff who served us drinks on the train and took our food orders, recommending dishes we may like. On arrival we were met by more super friendly staff. Food was beautiful, service fantastic. We highly recommend the Valley...

Excellent service, very attentive, and the food was 1st class.

Just ordered the vegetarian special - ate it about 5 minutes ago and it was so good I had to review it. Each vegetarian dish was incredible - especially the garlic spinach one. Couldn't recommend highly enough.

Fantastic curry train experience for my mums birthday. First time I’ve ever had a 3 course Indian and thoroughly enjoyed it. Shame you didn’t get to chose rice when ordering, the poppadoms were stale and despite quick service the dishes weren’t particularly hot

Always elegant without being too formal! Consistent high quality food and service. Living abroad we only get the chance to eat here a couple of times a year but it certainly is one of our culinary highlights!

Excellent Indian restaurant at Corbridge station. Beautiful decor and a spacious bar greet you before you are ushered upstairs to an elegant dining room. The food is delicious with a wide range of choice - fish, veggie and meat.

Best Indian cuisine I've ever had, great cosy atmosphere in a wonderful setting and impeccable service!

This has to be the best restaurant I have ever been to. From the train ride to the end with coffee and chocolates, everything was perfect. Highly recommend this restaurant.

This was a really great night, celebrating my friends birthday, we caught the curry train from Newcastle and were looked after by the wonderful staff for a 50 minute train journey, with indian beer and prosecco until we arrived at the valley restaurant. We had...

Couldn't fault the quality of service and very friendly efficient staff. First time here but definitely not the last.

I was given a voucher for 2 for the curry train from family members for a big birthday so I took a relative who had also had the same birthday. We were looked after impeccably from being met at Central Station, Newcastle to leaving for...

One of the best Indian restaurants we have been too! The location is excellent. The exterior is really nice and well presented. The welcoming lounge, entrance area is so inviting and the staff are incredibly attentive and friendly. So professional. No wonder The Valley has been successful for 32 years !! After we had our welcome drinks in the reception area. We were escorted to our table upstairs. The food was sensational! So fresh, with quality ingredients. Possibly the best we have had! We ate on a Saturday night and it was very busy, but you wouldn't know it, because the service was excellent and very personal. The Valley is situated on the train platform at Corbridge. There are fantastic deals on the 'Curry Train', where you can catch the train, and be welcomed at the restaurant directly on the platform. We honestly cannot recommend The Valleys, highly enough!! Thank you X

Very poor unfortunately- what happened to the almighty Valley? Ordered two meals for takeaway. One paneer Balti and one prawn jalfrezi with a side of rice. Rice was fine, jalfrezi had zero taste (just prawns swimming in a watery red sauce) and the paneer balti…....

The restaurant is in a old station house very smartly decorated. Food was outstanding the service was implacable, staff were very polite and welcoming. We will be back soon. Five star all round. Keep up the good work.

This little gem got recommended to us by our hosts on a short break to Corbridge so we decided to try it out. It’s housed in a railway building and you walk in straight coming of the train. The interior is beautiful , we had...

Having eaten many home made Indian meals and in restaurants, I can honestly say that our meal was superb. The proprietor and staff could not be faulted. Thank you for a lovely evening.

Six of us went on the Curry Train on Wednesday 6/4. What an experience from start to finish. The food was exceptional, the setting is fantastic and the staff were extremely polite, friendly and very attentive. None of us had anything negative to say about...

Utterly amazing experience. Fantasticin every way

Had a fantastic evening out for my son’s birthday. The food was incredible and the staff very attentive. Could not recommend it enough. A curry train, what a wonderful experience!

Amazing place and amazing staff, very good birthday experience. Definitely recommend, worth every bit of money and definitely going again

My husband and I dined here as part of a birthday meal, there were 19 of us! The food was quite simply some of the best Indian food we have eaten. We shared the Surprise Platter as a starter and cleared our plates far too...

Real gem of a restaurant this one. Food was exceptional. Highly recommended the surprise starter 👌 the service was brilliant and staff are very polite. They offer a great choice of signature dishes as well as traditional Indian cuisine

Definitely the best Indian food I've eaten, full of flavour and freshly cooked. Lots to choose from on the menu, caters well for vegetarians too. The restaurant is beautifully decorated inside and out, very clean and well maintained. Lovely atmosphere and the staff were very attentive and friendly. Highly recommend 👍😊.

Have eaten in the restaurant many times and it has always been very good but takeaways are regularly inconsistent. Spent £46 tonight and the food was average to awful. The Tarka Dahl was like soup, the lamb was tough and they got one of the orders wrong. Disappointing to say the least.

1st ever visit to this restaurant and a one to remember for my son especially as it was his birthday Delicious food presentation on point Excellent friendly service Nice location easy to get to Great atmosphere Lovely interior Nice quirky touches

The service and food are impeccable. Fresh, vibrant spices, combined with superb sides and breads. Wonderful.

Food is excellent the place is really nice perfect Indian restaurant

A wormhole into another world, where your custom is truly valued, the quality of the service, food and setting actually corresponds to what is promised and the attention to detail is perfect. ¡Un servidor y su cita mexicana lo pasamos en grande! Unforgettable.

Beautiful warm welcome lovely ambiance food delicious overall a gorgeous nostalgic place to visit another plus is the entrance from road is just beautiful

One of the nest Indian Restaurants I have ever tried. Everyone was just perfect. So much so I will be having my 60th Birthday party here.