Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 641 reviews

What Kelly Taylor doesn't like about Arena:
Ordered for the first time was extremely disappointed as the reviews were quite good and expected a lot more than we got, nan bread bread was very thin and crispy chips were like cardboard and curry was very bland and it cost 25 pound which I dont mind paying if it's nice but it really wasnt I found poppadom in my curry and 2 chips when I poured it out on my plate which led me to think maybe I've had somebody's lefto... View all feedback. What susan borlesi likes about Arena:
Just had a takeaway and it was so tasty. The staff are so friendly and our order was there ready to collect. Service: Take out Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 View all feedback.

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2.6 ★ from 11 reviews
Courtney
27.05.2022 - 07:59

Misty crew. had a great night. service was very good and friendly, also helped us with the choice. the ten party had a lot of currys that were all good. no comp...

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Rebecca
27.05.2022 - 07:59

Mr. bryan. only had a new year eve curry in the arena, although they were busy eating was big poppadoms starter main coffee and we were not rushed as we were of...

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Rebecca
27.05.2022 - 07:59

Tasteless. I'm sorry, but there were times we could recommend this place....no again. it is impossible to explain the difference between dupiaza and madras! nev...

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Tracy
27.05.2022 - 07:59

I've been going there about once a month, for about 3 years. it is always consistent, reasonably expensive....no really had a problem waiting too long....just a...

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Louis
29.12.2022 - 16:07

I've been going there about once a month, for about 3 years. it is always consistent, reasonably expensive....no really had a problem waiting too long.....only...

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Arena Indian Cuisine has garnered mixed reviews from patrons, showcasing a spectrum of experiences from delightful to disappointing. While some diners rave about the exceptional flavors, generous portions, and welcoming atmosphere, others express dissatisfaction with bland dishes and lackluster service. Frequent visitors celebrate the restaurant's consistency, particularly praising standout dishes like the onion bhajis and garlic chili chicken. However, some first-time diners report a disconnect between expectations and reality, citing underwhelming meals and pricing concerns. Overall, Arena offers a variety of experiences, making it essential for potential diners to consider the mixed feedback before visiting.

Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 43 reviews
Julie
13.02.2024 - 02:16

Probably the worst food we have experienced in a long time a drab restaurant that has gone downhill massively. Our food consisted of strange textured onion Bali...

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JBS1835
13.02.2024 - 02:16

Excellent food, service prices. We've not been for 4 years to the Arena as we live a distance away, it was really good having a catch up being remembered. We ha...

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LMM58
13.02.2024 - 02:16

Great service and fabulous food, never fails to deliver exactly what we want All tastes catered for Highly recommend

439nigelm
13.02.2024 - 02:16

I would highly recommend a visit Excellent food Excellent service Excellent staff Had a fantastic time

roseannej186
13.02.2024 - 02:16

We have had a takeaway twice in the last 4 weeks from here and I would just like to say on both occasions the food was beautiful definitely recommend trying. Th...

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Gastroranking-it
3.8 ★ from 10 reviews
leah
06.05.2024 - 20:46

I always order takeout curry from Arena and it is absolutely delicious. The dishes are hot, fresh, and delivered quickly. Thank you for the great service. It's...

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Donna
06.05.2024 - 20:46

Family meal last night. My meal was spoiled by extremely dry, fatty lamb. At no point did the lady serving ask if our meals were OK, as I was going to tell her....

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D
06.05.2024 - 20:46

Very nicely presented restaurant. Food was well presented, and of a great quality. You'll certainly leave with a full belly, the portion sizes are massive. I wa...

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Pete
06.05.2024 - 20:46

My wife and I went here tonight..... great food..... lovely people.... Will use again.

Susan
06.05.2024 - 20:46

I just started eating a takeout meal from this past weekend and discovered a dead fly in it. Not good. Feeling sick now.

Google
4.3 ★ from 66 reviews
Jezza
22.12.2023 - 08:11

Brilliant excellent food service and friendly, very welcoming. Nice clean restaurant with a bar, eat in or takeaway, give it a try, its been there a long time w...

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susan
22.12.2023 - 08:11

Just had a takeaway and it was so tasty. The staff are so friendly and our order was there ready to collect. Service: Take out Meal type: Dinner Price per perso...

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D
22.12.2023 - 08:11

Very nicely presented restaurant. Food was well presented, and of a great quality.You'll certainly leave with a full belly, the portion sizes are massive. I was...

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Thomas
22.12.2023 - 08:11

Absolutely cracking service fantastic food would highly recommend

Paula
22.12.2023 - 08:11

Lovely food very friendly atmosphere. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner

Heyrestaurants
3.1 ★ from 35 reviews
Louis
28.10.2023 - 08:51

The food tonight was fantastic but the service was appalling.

Facebook
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.3 ★ from 108 reviews
Yelp
4.9 ★ from 1 reviews
Zomato
3.6 ★ from 9 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.5 ★ from 99 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.5 ★ from 258 reviews

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