The best restaurants serving Indian food in Shepway South East

Such lovely food yet the service let you down. The lamb was cooked well and fell apart. Naan bread thin, crispy and tasty. Great flavours all round, Sadly we seemed to have been overlooked during our dining. We were offered one drink in the 1 hour and 45 minutes we sat in the restaurant. We also didn’t receive the chef’s complimentary amuse bouches, despite seeing other tables having them. We weren’t offered dessert or coffees either. Upon payment of the bill we did mention the service to the waiter, he said they were understaffed. Such a shame!

Having been twice to eat at the Holy pundit at The Hythe Imperial which was a fantastic curry- the family were really looking forward to the Folkstone harbour venue. Firstly we were given menus only to find we had not the same menus & was told lamb was also off the menu -- this was not the best start & set out how the evening was to progress. popadoms were ok but pickles were very small portions & had to order another batch. starters were all ok but again small portions. Chicken jalfrezi was delicious, but once again missing lots of vegetables and the Dal was thin and liquidly, nothing like a dal we've had before. mains once again very small - tikki masala was the star - my king prawn buna was a disappointment 4 number prawns & not greatest taste . Overall very small portions & overpriced for what you get! The Holy Pundit seems to have lost its way a bit, wish i had stuck with my usual curry house the KOYLA at Mersham .

This is a great place for a casual dinner. We didn’t want to get dressed up but also didn’t want to just get a takeaway. This is ideal, relaxed and friendly environment Staff are lovely and make you feel welcome Food is lovely

Fantastic fresh food, very accommodating, brilliant value for money, Roger & Claire the owners couldn’t have done more for us and made me feel very safe with regards to Covid. Such a friendly setting. A little hidden gem with a fantastic menu.

Take away client. Chicken Shashlick is my go to. Kiln cooked & not in a high calorie sauce. In 20 years Dabbas really is the best I've ever had & its consistent. The chicken is cooked absolutely perfectly, soft & juicy when it can be over cooked so esily. All the sundries, rice, saag pander & salads all equally fresh & tasty. Delivery is also pretty quick. Cannot fault Dabbas food & service.

Enjoyable from the start this quiet Indian restaurant has some excellent food. We had the Thali which comprises of three courses, served in small dishes. Truly different and very tasty. They have a novel selection of non alcoholic drinks that they make up. Quite honestly more than each of us could eat. A foodie delight. The only down side were people that came in from the street to use the toiler and some noise from the bar next door.

First time tried, Authentic Nepalese food, fresh ingredients and unique flavour, really enjoyed the take away meal, definitely visit again, Strongly recommend this place to try.

Service very slow, toilets not very clean Atmosphere was quite nice

The staff, the service, the food, the price and the atmosphere was great!! Highly recommended if you are in the area.

One of the best Indian places we have tried in the UK! The staff was super nice and accomodating and the food was delicious. I can definitely recommend this place.

Takeaway for two on a Wednesday at 6pm. Starter Onion bhajis. Very dark, greasy flat pancake. Yuk! Main courses were both off their new 20th anniversary (July 2024) new meal section. Came in a large container with 7 pieces of chicken each. One meal described as hot - Chennai with chicken. Verdict, don't bother, chip shop curry sauce with pieces of chicken - no vegetables at all. Other meal was Roshon with chicken. This had same colour and flavour as the Chennai. Verdicts. Don't waste your money, just go to a chip shop and get a tub of cheap curry sauce. Chef, why serve two different dishes to the same customer which both taste and look exactly the same. Also why just put thin curry sauce over meat without even trying to add some...(any) vegetables. There were no vegetables, not even onions in the meals. This is an insult to curry. You have cut too many corners and need to rethink your business. Sorry, we will not be back.

The Jewel of Tontine – Always Exceeds Expectations! I’ve been coming to this brilliant Indian restaurant for many years, and it never disappoints! I remember the days when the restaurant was called the ‘Calcutta’ before being renamed ‘The Curry Garden’ (which shows just how long I’ve been attending!) The food is consistently fantastic, with rich flavors and a menu that offers both classic and innovative dishes. Every meal feels like a special experience, thanks to the quality of the ingredients and the skill in the kitchen. What truly sets this place apart, though, is the staff. Sami and his team are always so friendly and welcoming, going above and beyond to make sure every visit is memorable. Whether it’s accommodating special requests or simply checking in with a warm smile, they create a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere that keeps me coming back and has done for many years. If you’re looking for a place with amazing food and genuinely caring service, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit! I’ve eaten curry all over the world and there’s no place better. Even the take-away option (special for 2) is brilliant and reasonably priced. Love the place and hopefully will be attending for many years to come.

We have previously had takeaways from the Tandoori Hut in Dymchurch but this evening, we went in and ate there. Imran was fantastic. Very welcoming, keen to make us special dishes, which were great. The service was Impeccable. He was so lovely. Thoroughly enjoyed our meal and how we were looked after. I don't usually leave reviews but really felt it was worthy. We will definitely be going in again and are very grateful to have such a local asset. Feeling full and happy!!

The waiter seems to be sponsored by Wrigleys chewing gum :( All the time chewing gum whilst serving food and taking the order. Bloody disgusting

Spent £67.00 last night. Very small portions, no free popadoms or sauces or salad. Will never use again. Look after your good paying customers. Very limited service.