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US$24 - US$32
CUISINES
Indian, Asian, Balti, Bangladeshi
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 2 days ago

Very enjoyable meal. I made a mistake with the booking but the staff kindly fitted us in on a busy Friday night. They were very welcoming and friendly. The service was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Will definitely return.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Ahad Shah, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded yesterday

Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled that you had a very enjoyable meal, and we appreciate your understanding regarding the booking mistake. It's great to hear that the staff kindly accommodated you on a busy Friday night and provided...More

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Lovely meal, food was delicious. Staff very welcoming and attentive. Would definitely eat there againMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Ahad Ullah Shah, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Dear Customer, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted that you enjoyed a lovely meal with delicious food and experienced welcoming and attentive staff. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to the pleasure of serving you again in the...More

Reviewed 5 October 2023

Excellent food from varied menu. The restaurant decor is modern and the tables are well-spaced. The staff are charming and the service efficient. .More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Ahad Ullah Shah, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 7 October 2023

Dear Customer, We're thrilled to hear about your excellent dinner experience with us! We take pride in our varied menu and modern decor. It's wonderful that you found our staff charming and our service efficient. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to...More

Reviewed 8 September 2023

Really good food at a great price. My paneer was excellent and loved the mushroom rice. Great staff who left us to chat for the perfect evening. Also really nice decor making for a sophisticated night. Loved itMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 10 September 2023

Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience at Spice Lounge! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent food, especially the paneer and mushroom rice. It's great that you had a perfect evening with the help of our attentive staff and the...More

Reviewed 25 August 2023 via mobile

I have always loved going to the Spice Lounge, and food always good. But since the refurbishment have to say not so good. We’re they had good sized tables and good portions of food. Now it’s really small tables with not enough room to put...much on. Also food portions greatly reduced and favourites taken off the menu. Will I be going again, after years of going. Afraid it has to be a bing NO.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 1 September 2023

Dear Glenis, We appreciate your long-standing support and feedback. We're sorry to hear that you didn't have a positive experience after our recent refurbishment. We understand your concerns about the smaller tables and reduced food portions, as well as the removal of some favorites from...More

Reviewed 10 August 2023

I come here all the time and I've never had a bad meal! The food is excellent and the staff are so friendly and personable! I always look forward to coming back for amazing service and yummy food! Can't wait for my next visit.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 12 August 2023

Dear Customer, Thank you for being a loyal customer and for the amazing review! We're thrilled that you consistently enjoy our excellent food and find our staff friendly and personable. We're looking forward to your next visit as well – it's always a pleasure to...More

Reviewed 22 July 2023

Amazing 🤩 the manger and staff are amazing the food is like nothing I’ve ever tasted before a very heart felt thank you to you allMore

Date of visit: July 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 1 August 2023

Dear Sesh, Thank you for your amazing feedback! We're delighted that you had an incredible dining experience at our restaurant. Our team, including the manager and staff, appreciates your kind words about their service. We're thrilled to know that our food left a lasting impression,...More

Reviewed 19 July 2023

Visited as a Family group of 11 on a busy Friday evening. Orders taken and delivered with timely precision. Every one in our group eat their chosen meal with clean plates returned to kitchen. Recommend whole heartedly.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 22 July 2023

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing us for your family meal! We're delighted to hear that your group of 11 had a great dining experience on a busy Friday evening. Our team takes pride in delivering orders with timely precision to ensure everyone enjoys their...More

Reviewed 12 July 2023

Came here for dinner for my boyfriends 21st birthday. Food was delicious and service was excellent. Very welcoming staff and great portions. Would recommend and will definitely be back if we’re ever in the area again!More

Date of visit: July 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 13 July 2023

Dear Emily, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed your time at our restaurant. We take pride in our food, service, and atmosphere, and it's always great to hear that our guests are having a positive experience. We're especially...More

Reviewed 25 June 2023 via mobile

This restaurant has recently been refurbished to a very good standard. The staff were very helpful and obliging and made sure we enjoyed our visit. All the dishes that we had were of good quality and generous proportions. We had chicken and lamb dishes both...cooked to perfection. I have never had such nice tender lamb. The drinks and food prices are very competitive within the area. To guarantee a table at peek days and time you can book a table.This restaurant is well worth a visit and I fully recommend it.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 26 June 2023

Dear Eric, Thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to our recently refurbished restaurant. Our staff takes pride in providing helpful and obliging service to ensure your satisfaction. We're delighted that you found our dishes to be...More

Reviewed 21 June 2023

First timers here, enjoyed it very much, great food, great choice, freshly cooked, service spot on and also they were very attentive, it's been refurbished so looks very nice as well, we will definitely return soon.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 22 June 2023

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing our restaurant for your first visit! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience, from the great food and wide selection to the spot-on service. We're glad you appreciated our attentive staff and the refreshed ambiance after...More

Reviewed 28 May 2023

Early Bird Birthday meal for 4. Excellent value for money costing under £20.00 including a drink The service was first class from the minute we arrived, and very sweetly the table had a birthday balloon for our friend as the occasion was mentioned when the...table was booked, nice personal touch. The staff were friendly, professional and attentive, very smart, smiley and polite. Nothing was too much trouble. The food was delicious, we all had different curry’s, and I can highly recommend the Lamb Balti, it melts in your mouth. The Spice Lounge was busy with a great atmosphere, but the staff kept it all running smoothly. I would highly recommend anyone to eat there, nice decor, clean,modern and comfortable. Oh ,do not forget to try the Pornstar Martini Cocktail with the Prosecco shot, it would be rude not to. I am looking forward to my next visit, and I have no doubt it will be just as excellent.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 30 May 2023

Dear Susan, Thank you for your outstanding review! We're delighted to hear that you had an excellent dining experience during your Early Bird Birthday meal. It's great to know that you found our offering to be excellent value for money, especially with the inclusive drink,...More

Reviewed 18 May 2023

The food is so flavourful, and the new chicken and lamb chops starters are to die for. This ‘Indian’ is without doubt the best in Derby/Derbyshire. You have to try.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 19 May 2023

Dear Angela, Thank you for your enthusiastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you consider our restaurant the best in Derby/Derbyshire. It's fantastic to know that you found our food flavorful and enjoyed the new chicken and lamb chops starters. We appreciate your recommendation and...More

Reviewed 14 May 2023 via mobile

Visited the recently renovated Spice lounge last night and what a wonderful experience it was. Cobra beer on draft was ice cold and refreshing. Service from the moment we arrived to taking our order and getting our food was excellent. Manager gave us complimentary platter...to taste test which was divine. Main course chicken sashlick with mushroom rice and madras sauce was cooked to perfection. Would highly recommend and not to expensive.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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SavaSaachi International, Owner at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 19 May 2023

Dear Lawrence, Thank you for your fantastic review of Spice Lounge Derby! We're thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience at our recently renovated restaurant. It's great to know that you enjoyed the ice-cold and refreshing Cobra beer on draft. We're delighted that you received...More

Reviewed 13 March 2023 via mobile

My family and I visited for 7lm on a Saturday and the restaurant was fairly busy. We had booked in advance. We were soon shown to a table and made very welcome. We all had the Early Bird menu were you can have the pickle...tray popadums and choose a main meal. We all had excellent freshly cooked meals, rice and beautifully fluffy fresh nann bread. Everyone's dish was fresh and vibrant looking with quality meat and fresh ingredients. As also 2 of ys are vegetarian the choices were amazing. The wine that we all chose as part of the deal was excellent, not some cheap quality and in excellently polished glasses. The staff were so friendly and so helpful too. Overall it is the best dining experience we have had on a Saturday evening in Derby for a long time. When visiting family again I shall go out if my way to book here. Thanks for an amazing evening.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Savasaachi, Guest Relations Manager at Spice Lounge, responded to this reviewResponded 15 March 2023

Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you loved our delicious food and friendly service . We love nothing more than providing a top class food experience for all our lovely customers. Thank you once again...More

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  • Food: 4.5
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