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Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 569 reviews

What ScotDav doesn't like about Purbani Wanstead:
Firstly, I would not go to this place if you are looking for good service. I have never seen such miserable expressions on the waiters faces. The food was adequate but the nans were probably the worse we have ever had. Sticking raw garlic into holes does not make it a garlic nan! Sticking raw chillies into a chilli nan does not make it a chilli nan. The main Bangladeshi meals were alright but it was afterwards when w... View all feedback. What marc amedeo likes about Purbani Wanstead:
So I first had food from here as a take away which was sooo good so I thought lemme come here in person and see! The food did not disappoint. Starter: onion Baji tasted good was very shy on the salad that comes on the side a very very small amount Mains: lamb curry, chicken biryani ,lamb korma, chicken tika , mushroom rice All tasted great !! Well deffo be back ! Just needs some music to create a lil more atmosphere... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.2 ★ from 57 reviews
tania
27.05.2024 - 10:12

Although I have only dined in at Purbani once, we regularly order food for home delivery, and they have been consistently (over the past several years) very goo...

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Dave
27.05.2024 - 10:12

Very good service with friendly, knowledgeable serving staff. Very good food and at a good price. Went with a group of six and everyone was delighted with the p...

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Stevee17
27.05.2024 - 10:12

Like smaller off the besten track places generally. Very close to tube, reasonably priced. Cobra lager was 4.75 , most curries under £10, had meat byriani which...

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ScotDav
27.05.2024 - 10:12

Firstly, I would not go to this place if you are looking for good service. I have never seen such miserable expressions on the waiters faces. The food was adequ...

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Dogba
27.05.2024 - 10:12

Best Indian restaurant in wanstead. Great service food we going here about 10 years every time was great experience

Purbani, a small Indian restaurant on Wanstead High Street, offers a nostalgic glimpse into the culinary landscape of the 1980s. While many patrons have praised its flavorful dishes, including the Chicken Tikka Biryani, some have encountered disappointing experiences. Critiques highlight inconsistency in food quality, service charge practices, and a lack of authentic depth in flavor, especially in vegetarian selections. However, loyal customers often commend the friendly service and reasonable prices, making it a beloved spot for those seeking Indian cuisine. Ultimately, Purbani presents a dichotomy of praise and critique, inviting diners to explore their own opinions.

Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 57 reviews
dobe11
23.02.2024 - 17:50

Dreadful Takeaway: Tandoori chicken smelt 'off ' and tasted bad.Had to throw it away uneaten.Prawn puri was ok

lourdescL2489GV
23.02.2024 - 17:50

I’ve been a few times and taken a group of friends, husband and family on various occasions. The food has always been delicious and freshly cooked. The mushroom...

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AshtonSeymour
23.02.2024 - 17:50

Ordered my usual Onion Bhaji Chicken vindaloo extra hot and spicy, coconut rice (their own speciality), Bombay potatoes, Keema nan. Excellent as ever, good pric...

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matthewgoff
23.02.2024 - 17:50

Went here on a Friday night at 6pm for the first time. Very intimate place. Waiters very friendly and service was excellent. Onion Bhajis weren't covered in gre...

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PierreHackney
23.02.2024 - 17:50

It had been a long time since I had enjoyed a Balti after many great experiences in Birmingham. After last night delivery, I had to check whether my memory wasn...

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Google
3.9 ★ from 209 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.7 ★ from 246 reviews

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