Walking in feels like stepping into your mate’s house for a massive party, except your mate happens to own a crystal chandelier. The place is genuinely plush, with comfy chairs that make you want to settle in for a long nap after round three of the lamb karahi.
Don’t be ashamed if you immediately make a beeline for the starters. The samosas here are little golden triangles of joy, and the onion bhajis are so crispy they could break a window if you threw one. I speak from a hypothetical, completely innocent place of knowledge.
The staff will nod at you like you’re an old friend, even if it’s your first time. They have that rare talent of hovering just enough to fill your water glass, but never enough to make you feel like you’re being watched for overfilling your plate. It’s a tricky balance, and they’ve mastered it.
The Main Event (A Love Letter to the Curry Table)
Now, let’s talk about the main attraction: the curry station. It’s not a counter; it’s a landscape. You’ll see a deep, dark chicken tikka masala that’s creamy enough to be a dessert, and a bright, fiery lamb rogan josh that’s perfect for when you’re feeling brave.
My personal match is the daal makhani. It’s the comfort food of the gods – buttery, slow-cooked lentils that taste like they’ve been simmering since last Tuesday. I swear, someone’s nan is in the back with a wooden spoon, and she’s not leaving until you’re full.
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You’ll find yourself making a plate that looks like a Picasso painting. Bit of yellow rice here, a splodge of green coriander chutney there, and a mountain of that rogue butter chicken sauce that you just know you’ll be dreaming about later. It’s art, baby.
