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England, United Kingdom Food Guide: 10 Asian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Durham
Find out what Asian restaurants to try in Durham including Le Raaj, Shaheens Indian, Spice Lounge, Nadon Thai Durham, The Capital, Alishaan, Zen, Holi & Bhang Restaurant & Bar, Amaani, Le Raaj
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10. Le Raaj
Overall Ratings
4 based on 728 reviews
Reviewed By Stewart B
This is by far our favourite Indian restaurant and if you have never been before get yourself along and see what all the fuss is about.There is always an extremely warm welcome from every member of staff and sets the tone for a delightful dining experience.The decor is superb and to an extremely high standard throughout the restaurant.The food is always amazing as with any meal we have had previously.It does lunchtime specials so if you are planning a lunchtime visit would strongly advise booking in advance as it does get busy.On this visit we opted for the lunchtime special x 3 and again the food was simply superb.It includes your starter and a main with the choice of rice or naan bread - any additional is extra but always find that the portions are ample and very rarely any need for extras.Also included is an ice cream or a coffee.The food is always delivered piping hot and very well presented.The 2 young waitresses are the epitome of professionalism and always very polite and courteous and nothing is ever too much bother for them and a credit to this restaurant.It is definitely our first choice and as it close to where we live it is a no brainer when we decide on Indian Food - be it for lunch or an evening meal and never disappointed so will always go back.If you choose from the main menu it is a little more expensive but in my opinion always worth paying that little bit extra for first class service and stunning food combined with sumptuous decor - and this place has it all.So if you have not been yet - ask yourself why and get yourself there.
9. Amaani
Overall Ratings
4 based on 100 reviews
Situated beside the River Wear in Durham City, Amaani Durham is an Indian restaurant serving elegantly crafted Indian cuisine.
Reviewed By Sharpie26
Visited last week for our anniversary. Booked about a week in advance and were shown to our table promptly on arrival. Our drinks and food orders were taken quickly. Poppadoms and dips were given straight away followed by our starters within seconds of us finishing them. The starters were poor, onion bhajis were very dry and bland - possibly the worst we've ever had in any Indian restaurant. No sooner had I put down my cutlery then the main was thrust onto the table. The curry was better quality and tasted good but the speed of service was so quick I struggled to eat it all. A 10-15 minute break between courses would be much better. Again, as soon as we had finished a waiter appeared and asked for further orders. We said no and were promptly given the bill without requesting it - I still had 3/4 of a pint and my wife a glass of wine to drink!All in all the whole experience took just shy of an hour! which spoiled what should have been a special evening. There are many better Indian restaurants than this and we would not return here again.
8. Holi & Bhang Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 110 reviews
At Holi & Bhang, our philosophy is to bring you a sensation and experience of India through authentic and traditional Indian flavours. Our Head Chef Urvesh vast experience in select international restaurants and Hotel Management allowed him to develop his
Reviewed By Mary S
Went with a group today. The service was very slow considering we were a party of 5 and the only other table occupied had two people on it. The starter came eventually and it was very spicy which is unusual for an onion bhaji. Some of the party couldnât eat it. We waited again an unacceptable amount of time for the main course which was mediocre. This restaurant has changed management since I last went and, in my opinion, not for the better.Dear MaryThank you for your feedbackWe are sorry you were disappointed with the service and not happy with the starters and main course.I can assure you, there has been no management change and the owners are still the same.We hope you can revisit us again.Best Wishes from All the Team at Holi and Bhang
7. Zen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1414 reviews
Reviewed By 8Jules
From walking into this restaurant we found the ambience very welcoming.Service was very prompt and friendly. And wow the food did not disappoint we all 5 requested our food Thai style ( this normally indicates it is made very spicy) all we could say was amazing..this was our first visit and it will not be our last.Would highly recommend
6. Alishaan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 384 reviews
Reviewed By Molewife
Had the King Prawn Sagwalla with mushroom pilau and garlic naan. All excellent. Friendâs Tandoori Cocktail also very tasty - sizzling & plentiful. Food service polite & efficient but could have been a bit more forthcoming with keeping our drinks replenished. Overall good value.
5. The Capital
Overall Ratings
4 based on 313 reviews
Reviewed By ashleyCLS
We pre booked a table for 16 and were seated straight away upon arrival. The restaurant was really busy as youâd expect with any good restaurant on a Saturday evening. The service was good and a waiter took our drinks order straight away and they were brought out shortly afterwards. We had pre ordered our meals with it being such a big group, this made it an easy experience with the waiters not having to take orders from a large party. The food was absolutely delicious, the popadoms and pickles etc were as youâd expect. I had the Fish Momo for a starter, it was amazing! I opted for Lamb Vindaloo for my main, it was really hot and very enjoyable. Iâd certainly recommend any curry lovers to give the Capital restaurant a try. Priced as youâd expect, wonderful food and good friendly service.
4. Nadon Thai Durham
Overall Ratings
4 based on 455 reviews
Reviewed By Gillian H
Booked here for our wedding anniversary meal and pleased weâd booked as the restaurant was full. The staff were very busy but friendly and the service was fantastic. The food was superb, had starters which are very generous as well as delicious, main course couldnât have been better, duck and steak were both really tender and sauces were very tasty. Altogether a fantastic night out, definitely would go back and would highly recommend it
3. Spice Lounge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 365 reviews
Reviewed By Mazza M
We decided to revisit Spice lounge after 2 years and a bad experience.Arrived 6pm. We were shown to a table straight away. Ordered a bottle of wine while we looked over menu.Ordered 2 starters 2 mains 1 rice and nan bread. Which was just the right amount for us. Food arrived in adequate wait and was very good presentation and excellent taste.Staff very good you can see they enjoy there jobsPleased we went when we did as place soon filled up !!Will definatley be back sooner than after a 2 year gap
2. Shaheens Indian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 679 reviews
Shaheens is a well established buisness Located 100 yards from durham cathedral Shaheen's is a warm and welcoming place For families and individuals Shaheens has been serving durham for over 30 years, priding ourselves in a traditional and authentic india
Reviewed By NatalieDent94
We visited on a Wednesday night, when we through the door, our coats were immediately taken whilst we were shown to our table. The staff were very pleasant. There was plenty of meat in the curries and the naan bread was lovely, the food was overall excellent.Good to see a local restaurant take pride in producing and serving very good food.We hadnât been before but we will definitely be returning!
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1. Le Raaj
Overall Ratings
4 based on 728 reviews
Reviewed By Stewart B
This is by far our favourite Indian restaurant and if you have never been before get yourself along and see what all the fuss is about.There is always an extremely warm welcome from every member of staff and sets the tone for a delightful dining experience.The decor is superb and to an extremely high standard throughout the restaurant.The food is always amazing as with any meal we have had previously.It does lunchtime specials so if you are planning a lunchtime visit would strongly advise booking in advance as it does get busy.On this visit we opted for the lunchtime special x 3 and again the food was simply superb.It includes your starter and a main with the choice of rice or naan bread - any additional is extra but always find that the portions are ample and very rarely any need for extras.Also included is an ice cream or a coffee.The food is always delivered piping hot and very well presented.The 2 young waitresses are the epitome of professionalism and always very polite and courteous and nothing is ever too much bother for them and a credit to this restaurant.It is definitely our first choice and as it close to where we live it is a no brainer when we decide on Indian Food - be it for lunch or an evening meal and never disappointed so will always go back.If you choose from the main menu it is a little more expensive but in my opinion always worth paying that little bit extra for first class service and stunning food combined with sumptuous decor - and this place has it all.So if you have not been yet - ask yourself why and get yourself there.
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