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Food and ambience

Special Occasion Dining, Romantic, Groups, Business meetings
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, After-hours
CUISINES
Indian, Asian, Balti, Bangladeshi
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Loved this place , Lovely staff, great service , food was excellent , this was our go to takeaway sadly no longer does deliveries . So sadly we no longer use

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

I had not been to Mela before, and what an absolute delight! This is the best Indian restaurant in and around Aylesbury by far! Its tucked away in Aston Clinton but absolutely worth the drive there - there is a good amount of parking, and...its free too! The restaurant when inside, is really nicely decorated, with a great water feature on the floor (check it out near reception). they took our coats and put them on a hanger which was nice too! Plus they knew my name and welcomed us all when we arrived which was really nice! The team are really lovely, friendly, and knowledgeable on their dishes. they have a vast menu and lots of it is customisable, which is great. They do mango lassi which is yummy! All of the food is wonderfully presented and not once did my family feel rushed to finish which you can feel in many restaurants nowadays. I took their advice on dishes as I was spoilt for choice! The quality of the food is just wonderful, I love Indian food, and this by far is the best food I have ever had (aside from my own mum and dad's cooking) and I will definitely be back here. I cannot recommend here enough! The food is cooked really nice and has great portions and it is really well presented as well! They also had great service - and did not clear plates before everyone finished (which is a pet hate of my own) so you don't feel rushed. I really, really rate here and recommend everyone should go here. I should have come here a long time ago - I would not have bothered with any others!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

This is by far the best Indian Restaurant I know. The food is consistently amazing and the atmosphere and service 1st Class. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Delightful Indian restaurant. The best Indian I have had for yonks. Very busy but service efficient. Food is wonderful. Staff on the ball and friendly with it. Great atmosphere.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Amazing, top quality service and always make you feel welcome. Having become quite a regular, I always get great customer service here and the food is always fantastic. Highly recommend.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Last night was the busiest we have seen the Mela... it's popular, and for good reason! We were looked after with drinks during our wait for the table and the food was certainly worth the wait! In particular, the piping hot freshly made naan breads...are not to be missed. The staff as always were on top form: warm, welcoming and friendly. Top this off with a complimentary drink before leaving left us feeling rather spoilt. Looking forward to our next visit already!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 November 2023

Excellent venue, excellent food and excellent staff Visited with family. A very comfortable sitting and served with tasty food.service was expectantly good.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 15 October 2023

By far our favourite curry restaurant and always love the excuse to go. The food is consistently great and the staff are so lovely!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 2 October 2023

Fantastic food, the staff were very friendly and couldn't do enough for you. We were on a short break down from west Yorkshire. Would definitely pay another visit. Highly recommend this restaurant. Ann and Peter.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 29 September 2023

Doesn’t look too exciting outside, but very nice inside. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Menu is a bit different to your normal Indian. Really enjoyed the meal - will definitely be going back! Thank you guys 😊

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 15 September 2023

Another great night at the Mela. Food absolutely delicious and Elvis had everyone on their feet. Thank you Ash and the team.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 8 September 2023 via mobile

Another 5 star review for our favourite place to eat…always top quality food and service! Thanks to ash and all the staff.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 28 August 2023 via mobile

As a birthday treat, I was treated to this restaurant. The staff was polite and friendly and the food was nice. Decent portions of food, but I feel something did not agree with my delicate stomach. There was nothing wrong with the food, as my...partner in crime was 100% fine, SO IT WAS ME. Would I eat there again, yes, yes & yes againMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 27 July 2023

Great food and great service. I go here every couple of months with a group of friends and it's an excellent curry.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 16 July 2023

Utterly brilliant. This is the secon time in less tha an month and both occasions Mela food & service has been top notch. For this with an / seeking an "authontic" notrthern indian cusine will not be dissapointed.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Yes, Mela offers takeaway services.

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Mela is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4