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Reviews for The Spicy Affair

by Shymala
26th April 2013

I went to this restaurant as I bought coupons for it online. After reading such rave reviews I was really excited to try it out. Unfortunately I was extremely disappointed. The food arrived 50 mins after ordering, one of the items we ordered did not even arrive until we reminded them. We had to ask for water and napkins. The service was very very poor. The hostess then made excuses in regard to why the food was late and none of which was believable. The food was very average. The meat dishes were good, but the vegetarian dishes was very bald and sweet tasting. Not authentic at all. Really disappointed.

Comment from jesal of The Spicy Affair 30/04/2013    Hide »

Hi Shymala We have taken your comments on board and was…    More »

Hi Shymala

We have taken your comments on board and was discussed in our weekly meeting. OUr aim is to satisfy all our customers. Unfortunately, in your case we have disappointed you. I personally would like to make promise to you that your next visit will be memorable one….!

p.s: please check your MenuMania inbox.

Regards
Jesal

by Kathy M.
17th April 2013

We were a group of 4 adults and 4 children (including one child who didn’t like or eat curries!) looking for somewhere to eat before a Blues rugby game. We were warmly welcomed, in fact the service was awesome, a relaxed dining evening with the kids. The curries were the best that we have had and even the child who didn’t eat curry can’t wait to have her next meal there! Great prices also

by Regan
15th March 2013

I went here for dinner last week and the food was really good! I like my curries with plenty of gravy so I can soak it up with basmati rice and naan, which I did. And the naan was better than the usual naans I’ve had before, crispy but not hard like the person mentioned above. I guess the only problem was not having a napkin, so I just asked, not a big deal. Thanks I’ll be returning soon and hopefully get a similar meal with lots of gravy

Comment from jesal of The Spicy Affair 30/04/2013    Hide »

Thanks Regan Keep coming back for more curry… We will…    More »

Thanks Regan

Keep coming back for more curry… We will remember napkin this time though!

Regards
Jesal

by David J.
1st March 2013

We went there as a group of 8. We were seated on first floor. Beautifully decorated room with a view of Eden park. We ordered assorted entrees. My mixed platter was well decorated with tangy tamarind and mint sauce….brilliant.

Followed array of food…all looked delicious, I had ordered Balti chicken, was served in copper bucket…looked beautiful…equally it was delicious. We had a great time…..service was excellent, well looked after and was prompt with drinks…

Only downside for upstair was it’s was little hot. We asked our host and she said they are in process of installing heat pump/cooler for upstair.

We will be back with larger group. Thanks a lot for wonderful food and service…keep it up.

Comment from jesal of The Spicy Affair 30/04/2013    Hide »

Thanks David. In next week or so…our upstair will go through…    More »

Thanks David.

In next week or so…our upstair will go through transformation….I am sure you will love our ‘new look’.
P.S: no heat pump yet!
Regards
Jesal

by Lillian B.
3rd February 2013

Do not go to the Indian Restaurant on Sandringham Road called “Spicy Affair”. I’ve been there twice for takeaway curry and naan bread, and both times, the naan was almost as solid as a rock, and the curry was as oily as crap. also, they didn’t seal the curry container properly last night when I went there after work, so my curry went all through the plastic bag, so i didn’t get my dinner in the end. What a waste of money and sitting round waiting for my food! Also, lucky the plastic bag didn’t have any holes in it, or the curry would’ve gone all over me while sitting on the bus to go home!

Comment from jesal of The Spicy Affair 6/02/2013    Hide »

Hi Lillian, We are disappointed that you had bad experience at…    More »

Hi Lillian,
We are disappointed that you had bad experience at our restaurant. Your comment certainly will help us to review our chef and recipes.
We always take care of each and every order placed by customer, however, in your case it seems we have disappointed you. Please accept our sincere apology.
I would suggest to you to visit us again, I would like to offer you complimentary meal and hope this time your experience would be enjoyable one.

by Laura J.
18th January 2013

The Spicy Affair serves the most delicious Indian food! My partner and I have been there serveral times already. Each curry we’ve had, has been as lovely as the last. The service is great. Restaurant very clean and welcoming. My favourites so far are Chicken Pondichery, Rogan Josh and Bombay Aloo. Can’t wait to try the rest of the menu!

Comment from jesal of The Spicy Affair 30/04/2013    Hide »

Thanks Laura Ask for Dhansak..it is not on the menu but we can…    More »

Thanks Laura

Ask for Dhansak..it is not on the menu but we can prepare for you. It can be made in chicken or lamb (Med-hot)….!

Regards
Jesal

by Manoj R.
1st January 2013

Great food……best curry in town.
We had new dish called chicken bomballa….. It was served in unsusal serving dish (quite nice).
Just beware that this dish comes with bone in and has strong flavor little bit on spicy side.
Highly recommended.

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