Raj Pavilion

"Had to wait two hours for food with no explanation as to why we were kept waiting. There was only our table and one other in the restaurant. Table service was poor and we were left without drinks and when the order was taken the time between courses was around 45 minutes. Staff seemed more bothered with online orders. Toilets were flooded which spilt right into the reception area where I slipped walking past. Both of the male toilets had sick in them. The restaurant was freezing cold even though I enquired about the heating twice. A really poor experience and the quality of the food was low. It was clear that the experience for our group and the other group in the restaurant was not what should be expected but the staff chose to ignore this and offer no reason for this. The cost was very expensive and the restaurant still had the cheek to charge full price for the meal when there were so many faults. I will not be going back, nor would I recommend going."

"I take the Mrs here all the time. Thoroughly enjoy every time I come and the food is excellent. Atmosphere is lovely and the staff are always willing to help. This has become a real romantic spot for me and my wife and I believe it's really helped repair our failing marriage"

"We've eaten here for well over 20 years and rarely go anywhere else for either a takeaway or sit down meal. We visited a couple of weeks ago for the first time since what I assume is new ownership. The place suffers the misfortune of long term building work nearby, affecting the visibility and access to the property but don't let this put you off. Once through the door the decor and ambience is very nice and the welcome was as warm as usual. We enjoyed poppadoms, mains, rice and naan bread, all of which were excellent and was matched by the service. The prices are competitive too. The food we have had recently is generally a little spicier than before which is just a point to note when ordering if you haven't been for a while. I've had Indian food all over the country and when away from home and this lovely restaurant has rarely been bettered."

"Well for a start, customer service is very low key. Turned up with my wife and one guy was on the phone and another sorting paperwork out. We stood there for 10 mins before an English lady said she'd be a few minutes. So seated us OK and gave us menus. Instantly we were asked what drinks did we want and if we wanted poppadoms. Not yet to them and could we have a wine list. The restaurant wasn't busy, so I ordered a draught beer and a bottle of wine. We were then asked for our order, we said give us 10 minutes as it's a big menu. OK, then we gave our order. So the poppadoms came with the pickles. The lime, chopped onion and a jam. Nothing particular for 2 quid. Well food wise, my saag paneer tasted of honey or something very sweet which isn't normal. My special was tonnes of spinach with lamb and it did taste ok. My wife had biriani and rice. Well, it was a mountain of rice and very little else. The prawns in the rice were Well overcooked and like rubber. Very heavy on the chillies too. Three other couples came in and just had chicken korma and tikas so I guess they're OK. For my wife and I, it wasn't that good and yes, there is 30% off but we left 30% of the food. Didn't ask for the leftovers for takeaway. Would I go back, no. Nor my neighbour who tried to say don't bother !!. This place needs to gee up its front of house and maybe cut its menu in half (even more) and do a better job. Quantity over quality doesn't work. There are better places just as close."