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The Coriander Club
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About
Authentic Indian Cuisine restaurant in Reading, Berkshire
Features
CUISINES
Indian, Asian, Street Food
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Free Wifi
Mastercard
Parking Available
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Street Parking
Table Service
Wine and Beer
Location
Parking Available, Street Parking
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Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:30 - 22:00
Monday
17:00 - 22:00
Tuesday
17:00 - 22:00
Wednesday
17:00 - 22:00
Thursday
17:00 - 22:00
Friday
17:00 - 23:00
Saturday
12:00 - 15:0017:00 - 23:00
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5.0
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Paul W
Reading7 contributions
Jun 2024 • couples
Outstanding in every respect from arrival welcome to concluding offer of take away of our remains
Decor inside so authentic and new planters outside way above the norm
Even the cutlery was of authentic Indian origin
Service attentive but never overpowering or intrusive
AND SO TO THE MAIN EVENT
THE FOOD
nowhere near your average curry house fare where sometimes you play a game of hide and seek in an attempt to find the meat in thick sauce
Have a look at the website for menu’s with accompanying top class photographs not your usual fare but all of that is also catered for with a twist. Have you ever seen whisky as an ingredient in your dish which is also presented with colourful edible flowers. I have now and it was stunning.
Street food options would encourage a group of four to use them as starters before a stunning mains and accompanied mixed bread basket but beware you will be carrying home the take away remains
Even the normal rice is enhanced such as the lemon rice which includes tiny dried curry leaves
All together an instant attack on your tastebuds
And so to the cost , not expensive and certainly much less than would be experienced in town and city centres. Also look out for the various special offers such as early bird deals etc
Always a good sign to see fellow diners being Asian couples and families including beside us a large table populated by an infant to a grandparent, All so charming and well behaved even the grandparents
Our first visit but certainly not our last
Our first
Written 21 June 2024
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Georgee P
Reading28 contributions
May 2024 • friends
This was my first visit (but definitely not last) to The Coriander Club, my friend had visited once before and recommended we go since I had been dying to try it. The food and service was top notch. We had the mini poppadoms with dips for starter which were so cute and yummy, I had the Punjabi Prawn Curry for main which was delicious (although I'm a korma girl and this was a little too spicy for me however still so tasty), my friend had the Murgh Kali Mirch and that looked delicious too, we shared a rice and a garlic naan which were also cooked to perfection. My friend had a gin and tonic to drink and I had a Strawberry Martini & a Lychee Martini (my favourite cocktail) which were both perfection. For puddings, I had the chocolate melted pudding which was beautifully presented and not too sickly, my friend had the mango yoghurt on a stick and she said it was very good. The only downside for me was the toilet facility, there is only one loo behind a curtain and trust me to pick the time that a man was in there for a long time so it was quite a wait. Other than that it's perfect and we can't wait to go back soon.
Written 24 May 2024
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Restaurant Relations
Thank you so much for your detailed and wonderful review Georgeep88! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to The Coriander Club and that your friend recommended us. It's great to know you loved our food, especially the mini poppadoms, Punjabi Prawn Curry, and cocktails, you have great taste and those are some of our most popular dishes.
In regards to the toilet we are limited on space which we know can present a few challenges but in time we hope these are changed and improved. We appreciate your understanding!
Lastly we are so delighted that you both had a memorable dining experience and we can't wait to welcome you back soon to The Coriander Club!
Written 27 May 2024
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Christina H
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • friends
This was my first visit to the delightfully intimate coriander club. From the moment you step into the restaurant you are greeted with warmth and smiles. The staff are attentive, kind and nothing is too much trouble. The decor allows you to escape to another place and relax into your evening. To start with we had a basket of mini poppadoms with a selection of delicious chutneys. Tomato was our favourite. I then chose the onion bhajis to start which were equally as tasty. The portion is definitely a sharing starter as there were 4 on the plate. We then went onto the mains. My friend is vegetarian so chose the birani which she really enjoyed. I had the chicken murgh masala, accompanied by pilau rice and a lachlan paratha. Washed down by a white wine spritzer which was also a treat. Oh my goodness my taste buds were tingling with this tantalising delight. I couldn't leave any, I had to eat it all. We were too full to have a dessert although they looked and sounded equally as scrumptious. So to satisfy our sweet craving we opted for a hot chocolate, with coffee and cardamon. This hit the spot!
The prices are very reasonable, especially for such a high caliber of cuisine. I would definitely recommend this restaurant, you have to try it. I cannot wait to go back and sample more dishes.
Written 14 December 2023
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Restaurant Relations
Hi Christinah,
Thank you for such a detailed and delightful review of your experience at The Coriander Club! We're thrilled to hear that your first visit was filled with warmth and smiles.
We're glad to know that the atmosphere, food, and beverages all contributed to a fantastic evening. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful meal.
Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
Written 18 December 2023
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Legend_of_Booman
Bracknell1562 contributions
Feb 2024 • family
On the outskirts of Reading lies this curiosity. Only having opened in December 2023, Coriander Club is fast building itself an enviable reputation for fantastic Punjabi food.
I took my mother there for lunch. We had the seekh kebab and yoghurt bomb starters, and chicken biryani and dhaba chicken masala (requested off the bone) with garlic naans for mains.
The food was so fresh and tasty, full of flavour.
We were full and contented, yet forced ourselves to have a kulfi for dessert!
An excellent addition to Reading. We will be back.
Written 18 February 2024
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Restaurant Relations
Thank you so much for sharing your experience at Coriander Club. We are so pleased to hear that you and your mother enjoyed our authentic Punjabi cuisine during your visit.
It's wonderful to know that our seekh kebab and yoghurt bomb starters, along with the chicken biryani and Dhaba chicken masala mains, met your expectations. We take pride in using fresh and flavourful ingredients to create an authentic dining experience.
The fact that you forced yourselves to indulge in a kulfi for dessert despite being full is truly heartwarming! We appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to be considered an excellent addition to Reading.
We can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit. Thank you for making Coriander Club a part of your dining experience, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
Written 26 February 2024
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Cymro-in-Reading
Reading335 contributions
Feb 2025 • friends
First visit last night after reading an online review by Edible Reading.
And he was spot on. It’s quite different to other standard Indian restaurants. Think Clays in Caversham but without the eye watering prices.
Service was friendly and excellent throughout and Kingfisher and Bombay IPA on draught.
The Yoghurt Bomb starters were the best starters any of us could remember having anywhere. Fantastic and we would have been happy to just have had a load of these and gone home happy.
Mains included chicken on the bone which was a very nice change and plenty of stuff we’d never heard of before so we went with a mix of the staff recommendations and all were excellent.
All four of us would highly recommend this restaurant which also has parking outside.
Written 27 February 2025
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Nina Singapore
14 contributions
Jun 2024 • family
An outstanding restaurant! A real gem ! The food is authentic Indian with amazing flavours and absolutely delicious ! The team running this place is passionate about what they do and make it a memorable experience. We had absolutely the best time and thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Written 15 June 2024
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HAYLEY A
Reading23 contributions
Feb 2025 • friends
I recently visited The Coriander Club Indian restaurant with my husband and a couple of friends and what a lovely little gem this restaurant is.
We started with the mini poppadom's, which were crispy, light, and perfectly seasoned, served with a variety of delicious chutneys.
We ordered a mixture of dishes: Chicken Tikka, which was absolutely delicious. Tender, perfectly spiced, and grilled to perfection. It had just the right amount of smokiness, and the marinade was perfect. Tandoori Chicken, which was equally impressive. Juicy, slightly charred on the outside and with plenty of flavour. Chicken Karahi, which had a rich, aromatic sauce and tender chicken pieces. We had sides of pilau rice and bombay potatoes. The potatoes were soft and fluffy and infused with the perfect blend of spices.
Our friends had Tandoori chicken, Chicken Biryani, saag aloo & keema naan bread. They said it was one of the best Indian meals they have had.
Every dish was delicious, with great presentation. The service was friendly and attentive. If you’re looking for a place that serves amazing Indian food, this is the place.
Written 11 February 2025
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Andy M
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • couples
What a lovely family run business. I tend to find that these types of businesses tend to reflect the values of the way the business is run. They complement eachother perfectly. Food was amazing, freshly cooked and they were so pleased to tell me about the dish and it's history for them and why it's on the menu. Every dish has a story to tell...
Written 27 October 2024
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TonyP53
18 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
If you are looking for authentic Indian food that is really well cooked using quality ingredients by attentive friendly staff then this is definitely the place to go.
The menu is refreshingly varied from the norm but owner Simi is there to guide you through.
Not the biggest restaurant but that adds to the homely feel. Probably best to book to avoid disappointment
We will be back
Written 3 August 2024
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VillageLady234
Berkshire238 contributions
Mar 2024 • couples
A wonderful restaurant, the customer service from the owner and the staff the moment you step inside the door to leave is exceptional. The food looks amazing and tastes delicious. The lamb chops were really tasty and melted in the mouth, the sauces to die for. The Coriander Club is certainly going to be a regular for us, authentic food cooked to perfection.
Written 14 March 2024
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Restaurant Relations
Thank you VillageLady234, Your heartfelt and wonderful review fills us with immense gratitude. We're delighted that you found every aspect of your experience exceptional, from beginning to end. At The Coriander Club, nothing less than perfection is our aim for all our cherished customers. Your intention to visit us regularly brings us immense joy, and we eagerly anticipate each and every future visit from you. Thank you once again for your kind words, and a warm welcome to The Coriander Club awaits you!
Written 15 March 2024
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Mark A
Reading6 contributions
Feb 2024 • family
What a fantastic experience, the food was amazing, the service fantastic and the atmosphere was perfect. The street food 'starters' were some of the best dishes I've had, and the authentic Punjabi mains were bursting with flavour. We will be going back, it was busy, so worth booking.
Written 10 February 2024
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Restaurant Relations
Thank you so much for your fantastic review A8096GPmarka, We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at the Coriander Club. It's amazing to know that you enjoyed the street food starters and found them to be some of the best dishes you've had.
We take pride in offering authentic Punjabi mains that burst with flavour, and we're pleased to hear that they met your expectations.
We appreciate your compliments on the service and atmosphere. We aimed to create a welcoming and enjoyable environment that everyone can appreciate and enjoy. Your feedback is invaluable to us.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another flavourful dining experience. Considering the busy atmosphere, booking in advance is a great idea, and we appreciate your recommendation.
Thank you once again for choosing us, and we can't wait to serve you again soon!
Written 26 February 2024
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Paula B
8 contributions
Jan 2024 • family
Wow, what fantastic food! So different from your ‘run of the mill’ restaurants. Every dish we tried had such beautiful flavours. The starters/street food were delicious; we all thought the samosa chaat was particularly good. The mains were incredible. Our favourite was the coriander club special chicken, which had such depth of flavour, closely followed by the lamb biryani and the butter chicken. It would be wrong not to mention the makhani daal - the perfect side that complements every dish. Lovely, attentive serving staff made our experience even better. We can’t wait to come back to try the rest of the menu!
Written 12 January 2024
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Restaurant Relations
Hi PaulaB462.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're truly grateful for your kind words about our food and service. Our flavours and menus have been perfected over generations in our family, and hearing such amazing feedback warms our hearts and makes us proud!
Our passionate and wonderful team is dedicated to making a positive experience to all who come in and we will be sure to give this feedback to them!!
We can't wait to welcome you back to The Coriander Club.
Written 15 January 2024
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Mademoiselle1977
71 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
We had a takeaway from The Coriander Club last weekend. It was one of the best Indian meals we’ve had. We had yogurt bombs and a potato starter…both different and absolutely Delicious. My husband then had chicken sag and I had lamb chefs special. Loads of lovely tender meat in both, flavoursome sauces and delicious pilau rice.
The whole meal was absolutely lush - just need a baby sitter so we can in next time! Totally recommend the food from Coriander Club!
Written 10 April 2024
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Restaurant Relations
Thank you Mademoiselle1977 for the glowing review!! We are so pleased your weekend takeaway was one of the best you've ever had. That fills us with joy. We are so pleased everything you ordered exceeded any expectations and you found it full of flavour and tender. Next time you have a baby sitter we will have a table waiting! We would recommend booking to avoid disappointment but we eagerly anticipate your next visit! Thank you so much again and we will see you soon!
Written 11 April 2024
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nblyth
Addlestone85 contributions
Feb 2024 • solo
I stayed locally but searched to see if there were any good Indian restaurants nearby. This appears to he a new one in the area but had superb reviews. Sunday evening, and I ordered onion bhaji, which were some of the nicest I've had in a long time. Then it was a favourite of mine, the Rogan Josh with lamb. Just wow, the lamb was succulent and no fat and melted in the mouth. The sauce was to die for and had just the right amount of heat. Excellent and friendly service, and although only a small restaurant, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend and make sure you book! Having travelled the UK and visited award winning restaurants as nominated in the curry Oscars, this was right up there with them and won't be long before they will be in contention for recognition. Thanks, guys, and I be back very soon.
Written 4 February 2024
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Restaurant Relations
Hi nbyth,
Thank you for sharing your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the onion bhaji and found them to be some of the nicest you've had in a long time. Your description of the melt-in-the-mouth lamb in the Rogan Josh is much appreciated!
It's great to know that the service was excellent and friendly, and we appreciate your recommendation to book in advance. Your comparison to award-winning restaurants in the curry Oscars is high praise, and we're thrilled to have provided you with a memorable dining experience.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious food!
Written 9 February 2024
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Legend_of_Booman
Bracknell1562 contributions
Dec 2024 • family
Our second visit here and we were served by the delightful Simran.
We had the yoghurt bombs, seekh kebab and vegetable samosas for starters. The Coriander Club Chicken (x2) and Chicken Kadhai for mains.
The food was fantastic. My fiancée who is not a massive samosa fan thought these ones were amazing.
Portion size was good, naan breads delicious - such a nice meal with great service.
My only gripe is the soft drinks. It's about £3.50 or thereabouts for a 200ml bottle of coke. Now I like a good drink with my meal so I had 3 Cokes which basically means a pint of Coca Cola is costing around £10 - not good.
It was still overall a lovely afternoon out though, with wonderful food.
Written 1 December 2024
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