Harden's survey result
Summary
“It’s all about the smoke and fire” produced by the Josper grill at this “ambience-laden” and “really unique” Quayside Indian just under the Tyne Bridge – “think Dishoom, but less production line”; “menus exude wonderful and exotic flavours” that are “good value for money too”, ensuring it’s “always busy with a wide variety of diners”.
Summary
“It is rare that male diners rave about broccoli”, but then again, the “broccoli is next level” at this “nicely decorated” and “truly unique” Quayside Indian, where “there may not be much on the menu that you recognise” (and where “it’s all about the smoke and fire” achieved by the Josper grill). Add in an “atmospheric location” and “good-value” set menus, and “this slick operation shines” – no wonder it’s always “crowded”. Top Tip – “if it’s your first visit I recommend the ‘Chef‘s Feast’ to truly grasp the range and quality of the cuisine”.
Summary
“Some of the best and most authentic Indian food you can get” in these parts awaits at this “really good addition to the varied Quayside scene”, founded in 2020; while superficially there’s a “similar menu and ambience to Dishoom”, the point of pride here is the Josper grill, which lends its smoky magic to the menu of retro regional classics.
Summary
This 2020 newcomer in a Victorian building just off the Quayside creates “unusual twists on Indian cuisine” by using a modern Josper grill to recreate the ‘primal’ smoky flavours of the subcontinent’s traditional regional cuisines. Top Tip – “wonderful cocktails”.
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29 Queen Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3UG
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
29 Queen Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3UG
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
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