Take away service is absolutely awful. 2 hour plus wait when confirmation said 50 minutes. Very poor response from staff. Would not recommend!
debra foster
Hi had a lovely time food always good
A Ogle
We haven't been to every restaurant locally but probably most. Our meal at Henley Spice Merchant was the best. The dishes were unusual and delicious (a few more vegetarian/vegan ones would be good) We even had some cooking tips thrown in. Thank you. We will be back!
Alison H
We have eaten at The Spice Merchant on the River at Henley many times. Never never been disappointed. They have moved to Hart Street. The restaurant is now very narrow and small. The food was nothing like it was, most dishes were too spicy whatever we ordered. The lamb dish I ordered was a dark brown mush. The restaurant was cold although, they did turn up the heat for us as we were right by the door. The waiter removed our table cloth just after we’d finished eating and split a pint of beer over three of us. Our plates had to be passed over the table with knives and forks covered in curry, flying everywhere. Very very disappointing - the waiters certainly need a course in how to wait at table. We will not be going to this restaurant again.
Sue Fixsen
Delicious food ?
H M
Not the best taste compared to prices charged. Before you pay, please check your bill as they will charge you extra for things which other Indian restaurants give free like chutneys. And worst part is they charge you per person on your table for same chutney. Even though you didn’t order that chutney. They say it’s with pappadoms but then they charge you for pappadoms and chutney both per person. Prices in menu are outrageous compare to portion given. When ordered tandoori platter I was charged twice saying it can only be ordered for two people and there were only 8 pieces worth £34.00. Out of which two were not even cooked properly. Avoid this place and try better Indian restaurant with fair prices and good taste of food.
Garfield Bryant
We really enjoyed our curry. Good, friendly service.
lena123186338
I’ve read all the other negative reviews and can honestly say I am really surprised. Our experience was more than great. We visited Henley today and decided to pop into the Spice Merchant for lunch, the food was delicious, & service was excellent. Best poppadums and Nan breads I’ve ever tasted. We chose a selection from the vegetarian thali menu and it didn’t disappoint. People on another table ordered a huge onion bhaji which they shared and it looked amazing. Lots of interesting dishes on the menu. We left full and satisfied
b0bbydazz
hmm dont really know where to start on this one, worst indian meal i have ever eaten and the most expensive also, £119 for a starter a curry x2 1 rice and a nan bread , one bottle of water and one small bottle of lager! the starter was nice the seafood indian style pricy at £17 each , rest of it not good at all, chicken tikka massala sauce looked like / tasted like tomatoe ketchup and looked like it too! I would say avoid as much nicer curry even from the freezer in wetherspoons ! ( and you get a drink with it !)
dona watters
The main Indian meal was fantastic, but when we had the sticky toffee pudding it was disgusting it was hard as a rock like it was not properly unfrozen awful we had upset stomachsKid-friendliness: The staff were friendly
An excellent early evening meal, sitting outside. Food was high quality and plentiful. The authentic bhajis were impressive. Pleasant and professional staff. Recommended.
Barry R
Our worst Indian restaurant experience ever anywhere in the world. A combination of bland, too salty and watch the bill for extras not ordered. We never before paid additionally for chutney etc with popadoms!!
MinallUK
Very nice Indian cuisine, which seemed to be popular with I assume regular customers. Friendly staff, and a recommendation of a dish, that I can’t think of the name?
Nisha Notay
As an Indian I was worried it might not be spicy enough but it didn’t disappoint! The punjabi lamb was delicious!! A little snug for seating but excellent service.
paul anderson
Lunchtime choice on recommendation, good location, welcoming service, excellent menu and superb food. Not cheap but value for money
Take away service is absolutely awful. 2 hour plus wait when confirmation said 50 minutes. Very poor response from staff. Would not recommend!
Hi had a lovely time food always good
We haven't been to every restaurant locally but probably most. Our meal at Henley Spice Merchant was the best. The dishes were unusual and delicious (a few more vegetarian/vegan ones would be good) We even had some cooking tips thrown in. Thank you. We will be back!
We have eaten at The Spice Merchant on the River at Henley many times. Never never been disappointed. They have moved to Hart Street. The restaurant is now very narrow and small. The food was nothing like it was, most dishes were too spicy whatever we ordered. The lamb dish I ordered was a dark brown mush. The restaurant was cold although, they did turn up the heat for us as we were right by the door. The waiter removed our table cloth just after we’d finished eating and split a pint of beer over three of us. Our plates had to be passed over the table with knives and forks covered in curry, flying everywhere. Very very disappointing - the waiters certainly need a course in how to wait at table. We will not be going to this restaurant again.
Delicious food ?
Not the best taste compared to prices charged. Before you pay, please check your bill as they will charge you extra for things which other Indian restaurants give free like chutneys. And worst part is they charge you per person on your table for same chutney. Even though you didn’t order that chutney. They say it’s with pappadoms but then they charge you for pappadoms and chutney both per person. Prices in menu are outrageous compare to portion given. When ordered tandoori platter I was charged twice saying it can only be ordered for two people and there were only 8 pieces worth £34.00. Out of which two were not even cooked properly. Avoid this place and try better Indian restaurant with fair prices and good taste of food.
We really enjoyed our curry. Good, friendly service.
I’ve read all the other negative reviews and can honestly say I am really surprised. Our experience was more than great. We visited Henley today and decided to pop into the Spice Merchant for lunch, the food was delicious, & service was excellent. Best poppadums and Nan breads I’ve ever tasted. We chose a selection from the vegetarian thali menu and it didn’t disappoint. People on another table ordered a huge onion bhaji which they shared and it looked amazing. Lots of interesting dishes on the menu. We left full and satisfied
hmm dont really know where to start on this one, worst indian meal i have ever eaten and the most expensive also, £119 for a starter a curry x2 1 rice and a nan bread , one bottle of water and one small bottle of lager! the starter was nice the seafood indian style pricy at £17 each , rest of it not good at all, chicken tikka massala sauce looked like / tasted like tomatoe ketchup and looked like it too! I would say avoid as much nicer curry even from the freezer in wetherspoons ! ( and you get a drink with it !)
The main Indian meal was fantastic, but when we had the sticky toffee pudding it was disgusting it was hard as a rock like it was not properly unfrozen awful we had upset stomachsKid-friendliness: The staff were friendly
Restaurantji Recommends
An excellent early evening meal, sitting outside. Food was high quality and plentiful. The authentic bhajis were impressive. Pleasant and professional staff. Recommended.
Our worst Indian restaurant experience ever anywhere in the world. A combination of bland, too salty and watch the bill for extras not ordered. We never before paid additionally for chutney etc with popadoms!!
Very nice Indian cuisine, which seemed to be popular with I assume regular customers. Friendly staff, and a recommendation of a dish, that I can’t think of the name?
As an Indian I was worried it might not be spicy enough but it didn’t disappoint! The punjabi lamb was delicious!! A little snug for seating but excellent service.
Lunchtime choice on recommendation, good location, welcoming service, excellent menu and superb food. Not cheap but value for money