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Reviews for Swadesh Indian Cuisine

by Aditya
10th September 2012

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This was my second visit here, this time with an extended family…i really liked the way the lighting adds up to the ambiance…the food is fantabulous especially the prawn malabari and other currys are great too. The aloo tikki chaat was over the roof. We were big in number but the staff handled our table with smile….would definately recommend it for parties and private gathering. Great food and eccentric service made my night.

by Brian H.
12th May 2013

Most unwelcoming experience. From the time you enter the restaurant you get the eerie feeling you are not welcome. People at the door ahead of us and we noticed many tables vacant. Walked up to the counter and were advised we needed to wait for 15 minutes. Pointed out to the person behind the counter there was a table for two just in front of the counter. Were told we could sit there but it would take 15 minutes to clean. It took more than that and was cleaned only when we repeatedly asked staff passing by to do so. Approached the buffet counter and there were no plates. They took some time to be replenished. Then there were no bowls!. Went back and there was no sweet dish. We asked if tea was part of the brunch when paying the bill and were told it was. Requested for the tea and went back to our table and the tea was never served……so we left …Not my cup of tea!!

by Sarah
25th April 2013

Came here for dinner last night and was quite impressed. The food was really tasty, the service was friendly and helpful and the decor was really cool. Definitely coming back.

by John R.
21st March 2013

Been here 4 times and I love the food especially the palak paneer, great cusotmer service and good value for money. Keep up the good work , this my new spot for takeaways

by Raj P.
5th February 2013

As a recently-opened Indian restaurant I’ve driven past a few times during the past month and wondered what the food is like. I am usually hesitant to trying new restaurants. I decided to take my wife there for dinner, who is also an Indian food lover.

The moment we walked in we were greeted by who I suspect was the restaurant manager, who was courteous, warm and welcoming. We were seated by the corner as per my request.

Wow what a menu. Me and my partner took 10-15mins to see the menu they made. We haven’t seen menu design like Swadesh in New Zealand.

We ordered a Butter Chicken and Chicken Tikka Malasa, with Garlic Nans, and were quite impressed when they arrived to the table within 10 or so minutes of the order being taken. The food was glorious, very tasty and good quality. From the very first bite, me and my wife looked at each other and nodded in agreement by the superb taste of the food. The Garlic Nans were also very fresh and tasty, with a perfect amount of fresh garlic and butter rubbed over the bread, and worked well with the meal.

After a few minutes, the manager walked over and asked us if we were enjoying our meals and we told him it was excellent. I like restaurants that do that because they care about customer satisfaction and itMore presents an opportunity for the customer to raise an issue (if need be), however, of course we didn’t need to do that as we were delighted with the food and service.

My partner and I are thrilled to have found such a great Indian restaurant so near to home and will definitely be going back.

by Anthony P.
11th January 2013

One of the worst I would say. I am South Indian and I love Indo-Chinese food. I bought Chicken Lollipop, Chili Chicken and Chicken Fried Rice. Chicken Lollipop ended up to be just a battered chicken wings (no flavour and I think the chef doesn’t knew what he was preparing), and Chili Chicken had a burnt sauce taste with no flavour. It was more of sauce mixed with corn flour to get the consistency. Very pricey.

by Kamit P.
15th December 2012

Nothing stood out for me at this place.

Food was okay. Service okay. Nothing to make me want to go back.

Very pricey though. One of the most expensive Indian places I’ve been to. Definitely not worth the money.

by Karen G.
2nd December 2012

We bought a voucher deal to try out this restaurant.
Well worth every $$$
1st Dec.. 1st day of summer we thought we’d use the voucher for our date night ..
Restaurant is modern, well lit and clean.
The staff are very polite and helpful… lovely atmosphere..
I watched as a family arrived with a little one… staff were quick to bring a high chair and make sure all ok for them…will definitely recommend to friends with children..
the food was excellent my favourite Chicken Tikka Masala was probably the best I’ve tasted in NZ since moving here nearly 10 yrs ago… very generous entrée portions… which made eating the mains a bit of a challenge for me..so some left over which we requested to take home was told we could but asked to pay $1:50 for containers.. that was ok as food was so yummy…and love left over curry for breakfast… we had the most delicious mango ice cream for dessert…
my only gripe was when we got home I went to put the remains of our meal in the fridge to find it wasn’t in the bag ??no container of food?? just a couple of pieces of Naan bread?? so no yummy curry for breakfast…
Karen

by Rakesh B.
17th October 2012

Excellent food. South Indian Buffet is unbelievable at the price.The crisp dosas remind you of Indian Udupis. Simply delicious. The other snacks like chat and chinese are equally delicious and mouth-watering. Ambience is great and after a long time an Indian restaurant serving to all tastes (veg & Non-veg) and that too delicious. I have visited 4 times so far and have become a regular.
Rakesh Barot
Glenfield, North Shore

by Brijen S.
13th October 2012

Swadesh is an excellent place for authentic Indian food. Great staff and excellent food choice. If you have not been there, you certainly are missing out on some awesome treat! Would recommend any time.

by Jo P.
7th October 2012

Had meal with deal vouchers, good food, good service, lovely colourful menu, would recommend, only negative was that they didn’t have an alcohol license at present but was told it would be a couple of weeks before they got it

by Mark W.
24th September 2012

I had my son’s birthday dinner at Swadesh we all had a great night and thanks to Swadesh staff for making this a memorable day.
Best curries in Auckland, especially Lamb saag wala I never had any where in Auckland. They take some time to cook the food but its definitely worth the wait.
We needed great eating place like this in our area and finally we found best Indian Restaurant in the area. Amazing atmosphere and very spacious.
A special compliments to the owner to make such a great colour full menu I have ever seen in NZ.
Highly recommend to anyone…..we will be back soon …cheers.

by sunil
19th September 2012

Did’nt find that great, nothing special about food, service was good.

by Sanjay B.
7th September 2012

One of the best Indian restaurants recently opened in Mt. Roskill area. I had been there last week. the ambiance is quiet impressive. Food is of course of great standard and a very big space for party functions.

Highly recommended….!

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