Spice Lounge - Menu

St Nicholas Cottage, County Durham, United Kingdom

🛍 Meat, Curry, Lounge, Coffee

4.5 💬 1888 Reviews
Spice Lounge

Phone: +441913830927

Address: St Nicholas Cottage, County Durham, United Kingdom

City: County Durham

Menu Dishes: 6

Reviews: 1888

Website: http://www.spiceloungedurham.com/

"Please do not expect good desi food here. The staff and owners are very nice so it pains me to have to write the rest of this review, please accept my apologies in advance. From purely a managerial sense you seem to run an amazing restaurant. Let me preface this by saying my standards are not high, and I assure you I am quite happy eating those tescos indian microwave meals. I have been to spice lounge around 12 13 times for various socials and events and I must say very few dishes here are even remotely passable. Expect bland, over sweetened, and often very strange flavours. I keep going here again and again after reading the reviews and assuming something is wrong with me. Why cant I enjoy these dishes? The service is very nice, attentive, and honestly I have no complaints, the wait staff employed here at the moment are very good. the restaurant and ambience are also quite frankly better than a few few places in durham and the location is excellent. I just cannot recommend the food. Here are a list of items I have ordered over the years which I have had multiple times and would steer clear of: Starters: Onion Bhaji ,Samosa, Paneer Tikka Starter, Hariali Chicken Tikka. Chicken Tikka Starter Mains : Makhani, Madras, Dupiaza, Pasanda, Bhuna, Rogan Josh (In chicken, chicken tikka, lamb, lamb tikka) Biryanis : Chicken and Chicken Tikka Biryani Grills: All. Dishes you should/can order: Naan (the naans are not bad, they are a little thick, I wouldnt go just for naan but its no worse than other places)"

Full menu - 6 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Indian

Seafood

Breads & Rice

Connor Connor

Top service. Top food. Very good spot for food Would definitely come back again when I’m in durham Really reallly tasty curry

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Lynsey
Lynsey

Every time we go food amazing total must lamb chops unreal , totally busy for a Thursday night good sign , wine extra cold , we been over 5 times every one outstanding


Roshan
Roshan

Vegetarian option was not good which i guess its mostly because ita a nonveg heavy restaurant, but still put some spices in veg curries thats all. Non veg was liked by my friends.


Carol
Carol

The food and service at this restaurant were excellent. The meals were delicious and we had a great time celebrating our anniversary. The ambiance was enjoyable and the staff were lovely. View menu


krise888
krise888

12 to 13 years as guests. Amazing place with top class food and service and where we visit as often as possible. Quality food top class service and very reasonable prices. Highly recommended.


Vas
Vas

We held a business meal at the Spice Lounge for a group of 9 people. The staff were very helpful in guiding our selection of dishes, and the food was excellent. Thoroughly recommend a visit if you are in Durham.


Iain
Iain

You have to find somewhere to park which is always at least a 5-10 minute walk away. However, the food is excellent and the staff very helpful. Only downside is we had to wait over 45 minutes for our coffee... Apart from that, would certainly recommend. View menu


HugoNo1
HugoNo1

Arrived at 21.00 having allowed plenty of time before their closing time (hours) to be told they had switched off all their kitchen equipment as it was quiet, this is midweek in Cathedral City in the UK. It was far from quiet, struggled to book any hotels or taxis! Having eaten here previously this used to be a very well run Indian with excellent customer service, things have very clearly changed. I suggest you steer well clear when in Durham.


Marilyn
Marilyn

We decided to revisit Spice Lounge after a long absence. We arrived on a Friday night at 6:15pm and were seated immediately. The waiter gave us time to choose our drinks and food. My husband ordered 2 Cobra beers, and we started with Poppadoms followed by Seekh Kebab and Onion Bhaji. For our main course, we had Masala Chicken, Masala Chilli Chicken, Mushroom Pilau, and 1 Naan bread. The food was delicious and filling, but there was too much sauce in my bowl and my husband agreed, which seemed like a waste. After paying the bill, as we tried to leave, the man sitting behind me had his chair so close to mine that I couldn't move my chair to get up. I ended up twisting my left knee while trying...


Slightly
Slightly

Please do not expect good desi food here. The staff and owners are very nice so it pains me to have to write the rest of this review, please accept my apologies in advance. From purely a managerial sense you seem to run an amazing restaurant. Let me preface this by saying my standards are not high, and I assure you I am quite happy eating those tescos indian microwave meals. I have been to spice lounge around 12 13 times for various socials and events and I must say very few dishes here are even remotely passable. Expect bland, over sweetened, and often very strange flavours. I keep going here again and again after reading the reviews and assuming something is wrong with me. Why cant I enjoy... View menu

Categories

  • Meat Savor the rich flavors of expertly prepared meats, from juicy steaks and succulent roasted chicken to tender ribs and hearty lamb dishes. Each selection promises a satisfying and delicious experience for meat lovers.
  • Curry Savor our exquisite range of flavorful curries, each dish infused with a unique blend of spices and herbs. From mild to fiery, explore the diverse tastes of traditional and contemporary variants, perfectly paired with rice or naan. View menu
  • Lounge Relax and unwind in our Lounge, where you can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails, fine wines, and a selection of light bites in a cozy, inviting atmosphere perfect for casual gatherings or intimate evenings out.
  • Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.

Amenities

  • Mastercard

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