Jan Adriaan van der Walt
+4
We had a wonderful lunch at the spice Kitchen Lynwood on the 25th of February 2023. We were welcomed by a friendly gentleman and promptly shown to our choice of table. The restaurant had only 3 other diners at that early hour so we were spoiled with choice of seating.
The waitress was kind and patient as we took our time studying the menu and asking questions about the great variety of dishes. Having some elementary knowledge of Indian cuisine I trick questioned her on some of the menu items and she patiently replied all our questions with accurate perception. It was duely noted that she was adequately trained and had an extensive knowledge of the products she was promoting. Her recommendations was spot on.
My husband ordered a full tandoori chicken with an unapologetic portion of fries.
I ordered the chicken biryani and a Latcha paratha for us to share.
The drinks ordered was served promptly and the wait for our food order was within an acceptable time frame, just enough to inspect the decor and ambience of the overall restaurant which was, to be brutally honest a little questionable. Enough said.
When the food was served it arrived at the table with an entourage of servers. The chicken still sizzling on the hot cast iron plate. The explosion of aroma filled the space between us on the table as a feast was laid out before us.
The tandoori chicken was divinely soft and velvety in texture. The flavour profile pure authenticity. Fries chrispy and well seasoned. The paratha was unbelievable! Obviously freshly prepared, it was flaky and melted in my mouth. My biryani was colourful and well flavoured. I didn't mind the "cheap oil" as someone else mentioned in a previous review.
If I would add my constructive opinion, I would like to mention that the accompanying condiments, like the mint chutney and the "atchar" was inadequate and not generous at all. Especially when it is such an exquisite tasting Atchar. On our next visit we will be asking for a replenishment without being ashamed.
Because of the generous portions of food we only shared a Mango Lassi for desert. Which I haven't had ever before. It tasted of fresh mango not chemical colours and flavourings. It was refreshing and not overly sweet, something I will definitely order again.
The menu is quite extensive and we only had dishes that we were familiar with. We would most definitely like to visit again in the future and experience something more adventurous because of the positive experience we had on our first visit.
Thank you for the wonderful meal and friendly experience.
Oh wow! I am glad I finally gave this restaurant a chance. This is the best chana masala I have had. It just replaced my former favourite restaurant. Beautiful! Thank you for a great meal. If I did sit down, I would have complemented you in person.
I ordered a takeout for the first time from this restaurant and it did not disappoint! The food arrived so hot and freshly cooked. I ordered the curry chicken which came with some rice and a chicken biryani with garlic naan and some roti. The flavors of the chicken curry was scrumptious. I couldn’t help but go in for seconds (it was a very nicely structured curry). The chicken biryani isn’t as traditional as I normally have it but still very tasty and colorful! Ultimately, I will definitely be ordering from here again.
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