Jai Krishna

Amazed by the negative review. Just got back from just the latest in a string of excellent meals at the Jai Krishna. As a real meat-lover, I took a lot of persuading initially to go to 'a vegetarian Indian'. But the food's so delicious (and filling) you don't miss the meat at all. Wonderful stuff. £30 for three, with plenty to eat (and that includes a fat - and well-deserved) tip. Yum!
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8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 10
Saturday, May 07, 2011

Popped in late on a Wednesday night with a group of friends. Staff were attentive and we had fabulous food. Canteen style and BYO made for a very relaxed and enjoyable evening here. Would definitely recommend!
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9 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 10
Saturday, November 06, 2010

The Jair Krishna is something of an institution on Stroud Green Road and seems to have been there ever since we moved to the area 20 years ago. In days past, the JK served as the hallmark for freshly prepared South Indian veggie cuisine, even against the competition from Drummond Street et al. Sadly, on the basis of the meal we've just (not) enjoyed, it's all gone downhill. The dosas remembered as light and fluffy are now stodgy and cold; the freshness and up to the minute spicing of dishes is now stale and uninspired; even the 'exotic dishes' failed to show any inspiration. Very sad.
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David
3 Overall rating
Food 2 | Service 3 | Atmosphere 2 | Value for money 3
Tuesday, September 07, 2010

It’s one of those unwritten rules of eating with men that you can only really go for a curry. With certain men you might risk a trip to St Johns, or Kurz and Lang, or Terroirs, but most men it’s curry or bust. That said, a vegetarian curry is sometimes a tricky subject to breach. Some of my friends just won’t contemplate a meatless meal.

Thankfully, after a trip here a week or so ago with Vegetarian Sarah, i manage to coax a trio of lads along for a Friday night slap-up.

The first great thing about Jai Krishna is the fact that it sits opposite Jacks, a modest looking off licence which stocks a ridiculous selection of beers. To take on a curry with a Goose Island IPA or Liberty in hand is a joy for a Cobra and Tiger-sceptic like myself.

The second great thing about Jai Krishna is the informality of it all. This isn’t a date restaurant. It’s a place you can come with your friends, scribble what you want on a slip of paper, and - eventually, when you’ve caught a member of staff’s attention – hand them your order.

The third great thing about Jai Krishna is the price. We must have polished off about seven curries, two naans, two rice and eight papadams, and i don’t think it came to much over a tenner a head.

The food is largely of a good quality. I can never remember the names of dishes, but our two potato plates were wonderfully spiced and felt like hugs. The spinach and okra dishes were perhaps a little over-salted, but some delicious dal that dribbled off naans, down fingers and eventually into laps more than made up for them.

The fourth great thing about Jai Krishna is that as soon as you step outside you’re within five minutes of two or three decent pubs, to continue the evening.

A good night out for the lads. And judging by the other clientele, a good night out for lasses and couples and families too. A really lovely, unpretentious dining experience.
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stevethelipless - View all reviews by this user
8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 5 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Just want to reiterate the gist of the reviews that have already been made..and let everyone know that Jai continues to deliver a good quality, cheap meal out.

I would reccomend the exotic dishes on the last page of the menu - these cost a little more, but are simply delicious and bursting with flavour! (The quality of food is a significant step up from the 'all-you-can-eat' curry places.)

The atmosphere is always great in Jai as the place is consistently busy, so there is always a good hum of talking and laughter.

The quirky features of having to take your order to the counter and the slightly shabby (but cosy) decor add to the attraction of this wonderful eatery.

Service: The staff are generally great, they are friendly and are always smiling. However one of the younger staff does always seem a bit miserable - but this can be coped with given the extent of plus points.

Highly recommend if you live in north London. NB: You can bring your own drinks too.
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oner
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, December 29, 2009

jai has been serving consistently great food for many years now. the restaurant is basic and family run: the food is great authentic and inexpensive. the off licence across the road is also great. Jai is a byob
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ant
9 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 10
Friday, February 13, 2009