Curry King
Quick info
About Curry King
Curry King is an Indian takeaway on Farrer St in Darlington, taking orders by phone or in person for collection. Popadoms and dips accompany orders, and the kitchen turns out chicken madras, chicken jalfrezi, chicken tikka bhuna and rezala alongside samosas, vegetable rice, and garlic and cheese naan. It operates on a walk-in basis with no reservations taken. Delivery runs alongside collection for those ordering to their door. The menu is built for sharing, with orders commonly feeding multiple people.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingFree street parking
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken madras, garlic and cheese naan, chicken jalfrazi and vegetable rice.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken madras, garlic and cheese naan, chicken jalfrazi and vegetable rice.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly single out the chicken madras and chicken jalfrezi as standouts, alongside the lamb curry described as tender with rich gravy. Sides draw praise too, with the garlic and cheese naan called fresh and soft and the daal noted as well seasoned, while free poppadoms and dips are mentioned as a nice touch. Several reviewers highlight quick, hot delivery and generous portions, often citing good value for feeding multiple people, and the staff and delivery drivers are frequently described as friendly and polite. A recurring counterpoint from a couple of reviewers is that the food can taste bland for its style, with one calling a chicken tikka bhuna and rezala order underwhelming and another finding the dishes lacked spice despite being cheap and fast. Repeat customers describe returning for years and say nothing else compared when the shop briefly closed.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly single out the chicken madras and chicken jalfrezi as standouts, alongside the lamb curry described as tender with rich gravy. Sides draw praise too, with the garlic and cheese naan called fresh and soft and the daal noted as well seasoned, while free poppadoms and dips are mentioned as a nice touch. Several reviewers highlight quick, hot delivery and generous portions, often citing good value for feeding multiple people, and the staff and delivery drivers are frequently described as friendly and polite. A recurring counterpoint from a couple of reviewers is that the food can taste bland for its style, with one calling a chicken tikka bhuna and rezala order underwhelming and another finding the dishes lacked spice despite being cheap and fast. Repeat customers describe returning for years and say nothing else compared when the shop briefly closed.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“If you are in the mood for a top grade, flavourful, meat tender curry visit King Curry, I have previously ordered via their online menu or over the phone but tonight decided to go order in person. I was greeted in shop, the staff where lovely, they gave me time to decide and when I ordered they gave me their full attention. I ordered the chicken madras, this was absolutely stunning the spices where presently hot, the chicken was melt in your mouth tender, 10 out of 10 will be ordering again.”
- Google user
“Seriously the best Indian takeaway we have ever had. Would never go anywhere else. The food is unbelievable and the staff are lovely. Definitely won't be disappointed going here, it's truly the best! Just over £30 for two people to eat and that is with extras, very good price for even better food”
- Google user
“Best place for a curry in Darlington. The small things really matter, I collected my order and couldn’t help but notice how clean it was outside the shop, the side alley was spotless, which tells me they really care about their business and the community. Inside the shop it’s very clean and the aroma of the spices and dishes they’re preparing in the kitchen are just incredible. The lamb is so tender and the gravy is very rich, and delicious. The daal was perfect, soft and seasoned to perfection. Garlic naan, Cheese naan fresh and soft all the way through. They gave us popadoms and dips, which was a nice touch. Everything was pipping hot, and the containers filled to the brim. Lovely meal, will be returning, and highly recommended to others. Enjoy!”
- Google user
“Decent portions, quick delivery etc, but we found both of our curries (chicken tikka bhuna and rezala) didn't really taste like they should, tbh.”
- Google user
“Another lovely meal.prompt delivery .Good response on ringing and lovely women to take our order.Very nice mannered boy delivering to us also .We order numerous dishes all so well cooked and tasty .”
Amenities
- Free street parking
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Casual
- Onsite services
- Late-night food
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- Service options· 1
- Delivery
Location
Indian Restaurants near Curry King
- Red Chilli3.9617.7 mi away£10–20
indian food, delivery, curries
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curry King | 4.597 | — | £10–20 | chicken madras, garlic and cheese naan, chicken jalfrazi |
| Red Chilli | 3.961 | 7.7 mi away | £10–20 | indian food, delivery, curries |
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