
Le Raaj
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Quick info
About Le Raaj
Le Raaj is an Indian restaurant on Front Street in Chester Le Street whose menu lists dishes such as Fal Chicken and shashlik, and arrives in a printed version only, without an English-language or dedicated children's edition. The dining room holds a private space at the back for larger groups, and a braille menu is available for guests who read by touch. Service runs from a team described across visits as polite and attentive, with friendly, accommodating counter staff taking orders and guiding choices. Allergen details are not printed on the menu, so guests check dishes with the team before ordering. The restaurant takes walk-ins throughout service.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsHigh chairs · Family-friendly
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
27 dishes- Le Raaj Salad
- Gun Powder Chips/ Chips
- Trio Of Chutneys
- Papadoms
- Seasonal Raita
- Fresh Dough Butter Nan
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fal chicken, shashlik, indian dining experience and menu allergy information.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fal chicken, shashlik, indian dining experience and menu allergy information.
Customer Review Summary
Most diners single out the food, describing it as flavorful and well above the usual standard, with the chef's visible passion noted by one reviewer. Close behind, the staff are repeatedly called polite, attentive, and accommodating, though a few felt rushed even when the dining room was quiet, and one diner with celiac disease described a server as rude when explaining gluten. Several plan to return.
Customer Review Summary
Most diners single out the food, describing it as flavorful and well above the usual standard, with the chef's visible passion noted by one reviewer. Close behind, the staff are repeatedly called polite, attentive, and accommodating, though a few felt rushed even when the dining room was quiet, and one diner with celiac disease described a server as rude when explaining gluten. Several plan to return.
Featured reviews
- Holly Vincent
“We had an amazing meal here tonight. Couldn’t fault it. Will definitely be back!”
- Ben Gill
“I ordered the Fal Chicken and it was absolutely spot‑on — full of flavour with a lovely, warming heat that didn’t overpower the dish. The service throughout was genuinely impressive, attentive without being over the top. I also had the chance to meet the chef, and you can instantly tell how much passion he puts into every plate. It’s always great to see a kitchen run by someone who truly cares about the food they serve. A really enjoyable experience all round.”
- Marilyn Mohan
“Lovely experience. Food was very very tasty. The waiters were friendly, polite and accommodating. Definitely be going back.”
- Peter Hawkins (H&H Family)
“Every time we eat here the food is amazing. Staff are very polite and attentive, food is served in good time. Excellent menu with lots to choose from. There is not kids menu or "English" menu so for fussy eaters you're at a loss, unfortunately. If they would add nuggets for kids, that's would be a big bonus.”
- Clare Cook
“Came with a friend a couple of weeks ago I got the feeling that we were a bother to the staff, I’m celiac and when I asked if the shashlik had gluten in, the waiter then proceeded to tell me that gluten is wheat which is flour and there is no flour in my food. I really didn’t know what to say!!! When actually I should have said that gluten is also found in barley and rye. My shashlick could have easily have contained barley ( in the liquid) I found the staff rude Menu should state allergy information”
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
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- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Braille menu
- Offerings· 11
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 6
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Atmosphere· 4
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
- Family-friendly· 1
- High chairs
Location
Indian restaurants near Le Raaj
- 1.1 mi£20–30
vegetarian options, 4 course special menu, authentic music playing
- My Masala4.41221.2 mi£10–20
lamb curry, sunday night special, chunky chips
- 1.5 mi£20–30
thalis, nana's naan, indian food quality
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Raaj | 4.5919 | — | £20–60 | fal chicken, shashlik, indian dining experience |
| My Spice Chester-Le-Street | 4.6102 | 1.1 mi | £20–30 | vegetarian options, 4 course special menu, authentic music playing |
| My Masala | 4.4122 | 1.2 mi | £10–20 | lamb curry, sunday night special, chunky chips |
| The Himalaya of Chester-le-Street | 4.4230 | 1.5 mi | £20–30 | thalis, nana's naan, indian food quality |
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