Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 563 reviews

What Yvonne Bell likes about Mela Indian:
Having been here on both formal and informal occasions. I must say that mela is perfect for work party’s and family party’s. The service and food was excellent. Number One in Christchurch for me. View all feedback. What DinerSouthsea doesn't like about Mela Indian:
Didn’t feel there was any sort of genuine welcome Curry’s lacking meat and very small size Rezala tasteless ! Restaurant clean but Gents toilet filthy sadly first visit and very disappointed View all feedback.

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3.6 ★ from 50 reviews
Daniel
01.08.2024 - 14:09

Large takeaway ordered for family of 6 and the food was very fresh and tasty. Used other Indians locally but will go back to this restaurant from now on. Staff...

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richard
01.08.2024 - 14:09

Ordered a takeaway last night and I must say it was excellent I've had a meal in the restaurant and that was also excellent. I would highly recommend mela eat i...

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neil
01.08.2024 - 14:09

Awful service, brought mains out while we were still eating starters , then they tried to clear mains while my elderly father was still eating not once but twic...

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Juliet
01.08.2024 - 14:09

We regularly use this restaurant both for takeaway and eat in. We were given a table not even 24 inches square, with no room for the additional side dishes we h...

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Charlotte
01.08.2024 - 14:09

Lovely food, good place to come with both family and friends. Highly recommend the chicken passanda.

A local Indian restaurant received mixed reviews, with some customers disappointed by lackluster food and service. However, others had a wonderful experience praising the delicious food, great service, and pleasant atmosphere. While some found the food to be lacking in flavor and quality, others enjoyed fresh, tasty dishes. The restaurant was commended for cleanliness and Covid safety measures. Despite some negative experiences, many customers expressed plans to return due to the overall positive dining experience. Overall, opinions were divided on the quality of food and service at this establishment.

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5.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Yvonne
28.11.2021 - 05:04

Having been here on both formal and informal occasions. I must say that mela is perfect for work party’s and family party’s. The service and food was excellent....

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Steve
28.11.2021 - 05:04

The place has a whole new look and is stunning. Glad to visit and dine in again after lockdown. The staff are always very kind and welcoming whether on the phon...

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Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 271 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 240 reviews

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