Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 2015 reviews

What Vinod Kumar P doesn't like about River Spice Reading:
Worst indian restaurant i ever have been to..I had a terrible experience at River Spice Reading . The food was not tasty at all, it was just too spicy with no flavour to it. They simply put chilli powder into every curry after preparation and I wasn't even sure if the chicken was fully cooked or not. I felt sick after eating there. The service was really bad, the staff were rude, lazy and unprofessional. They ignored... View all feedback. What User likes about River Spice Reading:
The spicy curry at this restaurant is excellent and satisfying. The service can be chaotic at times, but the staff is friendly. The veggie vindaloo and dhansak dishes were extremely tasty. The only downside for meat eaters was slightly chewy lamb, but the chicken was succulent. The onion bhaji and samosa starters were delicious and the portions were decent. It took a bit of effort to get the bill at the end of the me... View all feedback.

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Menulist
4.6 ★ from 12 reviews

The spicy curry at this restaurant is excellent and satisfying. The service can be chaotic at times, but the staff is friendly. The veggie vindaloo and dhansak...

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I made a reservation for a party of 6 and we were seated right by the river, which was incredibly picturesque. The food was delicious and served hot. The servic...

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The restaurant is extremely tidy and welcoming. The staff were courteous and amiable. The food was promptly served after ordering, and we all relished a delight...

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Visits Monday night. The staff was friendly and helpful. Food was great! We drove through Reading and stayed at the hotel (one night), so wanted to eat somethin...

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Food was really good and service to fit. Friendly staff with really nice location.

Top-rated
3.6 ★ from 10 reviews
E
25.10.2023 - 10:34

We ordered takeaway. Roti was received cold, dry and hard. The Goan fish curry was ok but it was definitely not made with monk fish but a white fish substitute...

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Ivan
25.10.2023 - 10:34

Great curry and great service. I booked us in for a party of 27 and there were no issues

Vinod
25.10.2023 - 10:34

Worst indian restaurant i ever have been to..I had a terrible experience at River Spice Reading . The food was not tasty at all, it was just too spicy with no f...

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Catherine
25.10.2023 - 10:34

On the river and absolutely delicious. Very clean and sparkly. Lovely views. The Lamb and prawn biryani is the best I have ever tasted..out of this world. I com...

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Harry
25.10.2023 - 10:34

The food was truly exceptional. Bursting with flavors. Really pleasant staff. Well worth a return visit.

Yelp
4.5 ★ from 4 reviews
Ward
12.11.2023 - 23:03

This is a charming restaurant with delicious food located along the Thames River. Situated near Caversham Bridge in Reading, UK, there are plenty of dining opti...

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B
12.11.2023 - 23:03

The food was delicious. The owner was accommodating, but some of the servers were not fully knowledgeable about the menu. Overall, it was a good experience and...

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Meaghan
12.11.2023 - 23:03

The food at this restaurant is incredibly tasty and the spices are perfectly balanced. Although the service was a bit slow, the staff is very responsive when yo...

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Facebook
3.1 ★ from 2 reviews
Foursquare
3.1 ★ from 17 reviews
Google
3.7 ★ from 332 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.9 ★ from 786 reviews
Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 382 reviews
Int Restaurants
3.9 ★ from 1666 reviews

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