The best restaurants serving Indian food in Nechells Birmingham West Midlands

Had a takeaway, which i have to say was the worst I have ever had, absolutely tasteless. Although my husband and I had different dishes, they tasted the same. Unfortunately, this curry went straight into the bin. I have used Raj spice before with no issue, but on the experience on this occasion, I will not be returning. Rang order through for collection to be asked to call back in 5 minutes because they were busy. When I finally got through, the guy was serving someone else on the phone at the same time as trying to take my order.

Very nice place food was excellent, staff were very respectful they placed a partition between me and my wife to give us privacy.

The food was really nice and the customer service was brilliant really recommend this restaurant I will be returning

Usually never have an issue and the food is always amazing. However, on this occasion, I ordered multiple items and was missing 1 chicken tikka pasty. I know it gets busy and mistakes happen but need better quality controls in place to ensure customer orders are complete before handing to couriers. Hopefully this doesn’t happen again.

Disappointed with the Service at Zauq Restaurant I’ve been a regular visitor to Zauq for years because it’s a nice place, and the kids enjoy it. While the food has always been hit or miss—some dishes are good, but most are just average—we kept coming back because of the overall experience. However, last night was different. I was there with my wife and some guests, hoping for a pleasant evening, but the reception staff’s attitude was shockingly poor. The host and counter staff made us feel unwelcome, as if we were there for free food. No smiles, no courtesy—just a stiff, uninviting demeanor. What’s even worse is how one of them behaved towards me; I genuinely felt disrespected, almost like being treated as less than human. I didn’t want to ruin the night for my wife and guests, so I let it go in the moment, but this level of service is simply unacceptable. A restaurant isn’t just about food—it’s about hospitality, and if that’s missing, the whole experience falls apart. It’s disappointing because we’ve enjoyed coming here, but after last night, I think it’s time to look for another place for our family dinners. A simple smile and basic courtesy go a long way, and unfortunately, Zauq’s service seems to have forgotten that.

If you’re missing India and craving for Indian street food, then this is the place where you can fulfil your desire. Aloo tikki and chaat are mouthwatering. All the dishes are pocket friendly and they have a variety of Indian snacks at the counter. Especially the owner, Shobha aunty is a lovely person to talk to. Thank you for good food and your prompt service.

Prior to Saturday 26 February 2022, I made a group booking for 7.30 pm for party of 12 friends. having even spoken to the manager on the night before. On my arrival at 7.15pm - no attempt had been made to set up the table for this party size - they were all set as separate small tables so as our friends were already arriving - and no one was even setting about doing this we did it ourselves. We have used this venue soooo many times but were not aware of a change of hands in recent weeks. How I wish that I had known. No heating, no wood for the open fire, our friends were sitting with their coats on - terribly slow service, no gin for tonic!! only one bottle of house wine, an hour to get poppadums then almost another hour for starters finally getting mains after 10pm. Constant moans to us about how busy and short staffed they were yet they knew they had a party of 12 booked in - never mind any other phone orders or diners - one chef, one so called waiter manager and one taking orders over the phone - even the delivery driver got roped in to bringing food to our table. Most of the food was lovely - bur not so much the ridiculous wait for the food - and after feeling so embarrassed that we had invited friends there we footed the bill in full £350 - but decided to visit again tonight just to discuss politely the poor service - met with a response of 'our food is great - we were busy, and the manager stated that he didn't give a **it about our thoughts on Saturday night!!! - his exact words! We also now know there was a fight there recently regarding poor service and the people did not want to pay the bill!!! Although we would never resort to such - the opinion of the manager tonight was appalling - there is a petrol station opposite which sells tonic and when I suggested that they go and by some to be able to serve Gin and Tonic I was accused of being rude - we even offered to go for them!!! Constant moans on Saturday night regarding the mess the previous owners had left them in - debt etc - not really something you should be sharing with customers and should be focussing on getting it right and building a business. Never again will I visit this restaurant and good luck to anyone who may do! Because remember - the manager in his words - doesn't give a **it!!!