Mehdi Indian

We were looking forward to eating here as I have heard so many good things about the restuarant and I worked very near to it for a few years and the smells were lovely. We didnt eat there last night as we were offered a table right by the door. The area looked like it would have been the waiting area for take a way customers prior to the pandemic and didnt seem to part of the main seating area. A waiter told me that the door wouldnt be used much as there were no other bookings but there were people waiting outside for take a ways and the people that were already in the restuarant would be leaving

I've eaten in some poor curry houses before but this place has to be the worst! I ordered for collection, they took the order ok, I was told collection at 8:15pm. I arrived around 8:20pm and was immediately greeted by a very hostile man, I believe to be the owner, who exclaimed "You're late" - Sorry, I hadn't realised I had to be there promptly. I paid, collected my food and left. When I got home I realised that they had given me a chicken korma instead of the chicken tikka masala I had ordered. As I couldn't face going back to see that horrible man so I decided to eat it. Well, I can tell you

Simply the best in the area (and beyond). Food is always top class and Rez and the team go above and beyond to make it a good experience. Very highly recommended.

Really tasty, well prepared curry. We've eaten in and had take aways and both experiences were excellent. The restaurant is modern, clean and they maintain low lighting, which for me is a must in an Indian restaurant especially.

Very dark and suspiciously empty on a Saturday night. We've ended up not dining in as we planned as the place felt unwelcoming.
Edit: we did not deny wearing face masks, and put them on at the door as I do every single time I go inside anywhere. I won't beg to you to let me dine in your restaurant, sorry/not sorry for trying to support your place.

A pretend night club without the club part.
You won't be welcome in if you wear a hat (seriously). I wonder if they take the same stance for a hijab?
I was kind of glad to have the out after being invited in. Extremely dark. Totally empty on a Saturday night. So didn't bother going in.
Nicely enough, I was approached by a lovely lady staff member who explained it was the managers policy to do this. She was nice, and so were all the other staff.

Outstanding food and service. Having eaten in many indian restaurants all over the world and UK, I can firmly say the Mehdi is my favourite by far. All the dishes on the menu are delicious and Rez, the owner, takes the time to make reccomendations for you which is much appreciated. Keep up the good work!

This place never ceases to put a smile on my face. The food is absolutely 1st class and the service always comes with a smile. The restaurant can get very busy because it's so good so book early. Lively place with a great atmosphere and a owner that wants you to enjoy your meal.
I just can't fault it. My Indian of choice without a doubt.

Went here with my girlfriend and her family, food was brilliant, had heard very good things about the restaurant but was a bit dubious due to its location. Inside is a very well decorated Indian with fair pricing and even better food.
The curry I had (prawn korma) is the best I have had from any curry house anyway and I shamefully eat a lot of curry, my only criticism is that the naans could be larger however this did nothing to detract from an excellent meal. Would thoroughly recommend