La Porte des Indes

We visited the restaurant on 10 May 2013. As soon as we walked into the restaurant we were overwhelmed by a very strong musty and decayed odor which was getting stronger as we were heading downstairs towards our table. Unfortunately the bad smell accompanied us throughout the lunch which I am afraid to say was not any better. I was planning on taking my family for a lunch there however after today’s experience I would try to avoid this restaurant. As a temporary solution I would suggest to ventilate the entire restaurant on daily basis and perhaps use some plugin scents. However a damp proofing of the entire basement area is highly recommended.
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Denise
2 Overall rating
Food 2 | Service 3 | Atmosphere 0 | Value for money 1
Friday, May 10, 2013

Had a meal in the restaurant on 4/7/2012. Dont waste your money..it is all show and no quality. The chicken tandoori was bony poor cuts of meat...you would think they could serve proper portions with the prices they charge. There are lots of great Indian restaurants about....this is not one of them. We will definitely NOT be back.
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J Golligher
4 Overall rating
Food 4 | Service 5 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 2
Thursday, July 05, 2012

Some of the best indian food I have ever had, and the best service I have ever had in any restaurant - Definitely going back
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Scott - View all reviews by this user
8 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 5
Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Went to this restaurant on the 17.11.11 with work colleagues.

Had a fantastic evening. The food was well presented , looked very appetising.

Maybe for me, because of my asian palate/malaysian background would have liked that the food was a little less bland.

Even though saying that I will definitely go back there again.

The service was good, The ambience was fantastic and the quality of the meal was good.

This restaurant is perfect to go for a special evening out.
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Abby Kaur-Forde
8 Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 7
Saturday, November 19, 2011

I am not the kind of person who is very easily impressed particularly when it comes to food or dining experiences. I am married to a Singaporean lady of Malay descent who loves to cook and does it marvellously well. Food and cooking runs in the family. In addition to that I travel frequently abroad and have the opportunity to taste various types of foods, from typical Portuguese to the spiced oriental cuisine across the continent.

But I admit that the dining experience me and my family had last Sunday when we went to La Porte des Indes was absolutely fantastic and one that really surprised me immensely. The great experience wasn’t simply limited to food or just the ambience but it stretched to every single aspect of a good dining out moment.

From the very moment we walked in and were greeted by extremely friendly staff to the time we left we experienced what could only be described as an absolute treat.

We went for a Sunday brunch and had taken our three year old with us. The friendliness of the staff and attention to detail in every aspect was absolutely phenomenal.

The food was fantastic and spiced to the right amount. The variety we were offered to choose from as it was an open buffet was absolutely immense. I found the prices very reasonable for the class and quality of food and ambience offered here.

Whether you are a vegetarian or a non vegetarian you just cannot go wrong with the variety of food they offer here. I was spoilt for choices. The Indian sweets for dessert that they had on offer were absolutely tasty. I love halwas and they were truly delicious.

This is a place I would strongly recommend to anyone who enjoys good food and would like to taste some of the phenomenal dishes prepared with great attention to detail catered for every palate. Be it as a family or just a stopover or even to grab a meal with friends I couldn’t recommend this place highly enough. The ambience and interior decor makes it all a wonderful experience topped up with a fantastic and attentive service from the staff in every aspect.
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Amin - View all reviews by this user
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Monday, February 07, 2011

Ate here on my own on 22 September whilst in London on business. I had the Indo-French platter for £24 which was fabulous, subtle and spicy. The service was very attentive. Frankly, for central London I thought the price was reasonable.
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Tigergill - View all reviews by this user
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Saturday, September 25, 2010