The Bombay Social

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  Olivia Louise Wells

  ·1 month ago

  “We had a lovely evening visiting and Clara was an amazing host. She was so welcoming and accommodating to us. So kind and lovely!!”

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  Tom Baker

  ·2 months ago

  “We visited last night to celebrate our fifth wedding anniversary, and unfortunately, we left feeling quite disappointed. For me, service is one of the most important parts of a restaurant experience, and this is where Bombay Social fell short. We weren’t really welcomed or introduced to the dishes, weren’t asked if we wanted any additional drinks, and weren’t even offered a dessert menu. For an anniversary dinner, those little touches make a big difference. The overall atmosphere also felt a little strange. The staff didn’t seem particularly happy or engaged, the manager who seated us was later sitting down having his own meal in the restaurant, the kitchen lights were switched off behind us at the end of service, and all dirty plates kept being stacked in large rack of next to our table. None of these things individually would be a huge issue, but together they made the experience feel quite unpolished. It’s a shame because you can see that real effort has gone into the interior, and the main courses were decent. There’s clearly a good restaurant in there, but when you’re charging a premium, the service and overall experience need to match. You want places like this to succeed, but sadly, we won’t be back.”

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  Karen Dsouza

  ·3 months ago

  “Having grown up with Indian food, I can be quite particular, so I was pleasantly surprised by just how much this restaurant got right. The food was beautifully presented, the atmosphere was warm and upbeat, and the service was excellent. The staff were attentive throughout the evening and, refreshingly, were genuinely knowledgeable about the dishes, ingredients and cooking methods. It was lovely to see them confidently explaining the menu to diners rather than simply taking orders. A particular mention also goes to the Paloma cocktail. It was beautifully presented, perfectly balanced and incredibly refreshing—one of the best I’ve had and an ideal accompaniment to the meal. One of the biggest highlights was that this isn’t another restaurant serving generic, orange-coloured “curry house” dishes. The food felt authentic and thoughtfully prepared. The meats were beautifully tender, and the naan was exceptional—well risen, perfectly cooked in the tandoor, with that distinctive char and texture that only a proper tandoor can produce. If I had one small criticism, it would be that a couple of the mains lacked the depth of flavour that cooking meat on the bone naturally brings. I appreciate that many diners prefer boneless meat, but perhaps the curries could be cooked with chicken wings or bones to enrich the sauce before they’re removed for serving. The Rogan, in particular, would have benefited from a little more smoky depth—perhaps using the traditional dhungar (charcoal smoking) method before being brought to the table. We were initially hesitant about visiting after reading some rather negative TripAdvisor reviews. However, given how difficult it can be to find genuinely good Indian restaurants outside London, we decided to take the chance—and we’re very glad we did. We’ll definitely be returning. If you’re looking for authentic, well-executed Indian food rather than the usual generic curry-house fare, this restaurant is well worth a visit.”

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  Ruari Day

  ·7 months ago

  “Why People Keep Coming Back to This Restaurant (We Found Out Why) Booked this place after hearing it mentioned a few times locally and now it makes sense. From the moment we walked in, it felt effortless. No awkward waiting, no overdone service, just sharp, attentive staff who knew exactly what they were doing. The food is where it wins. Everything came out quickly, properly hot, and actually tasted like someone in the kitchen cares. No filler dishes, no shortcuts. One or two plates stood out to the point you would come back just for them. Prices sit in that sweet spot where you do not feel robbed, but you are clearly getting more than average. It is not trying to be trendy or overcomplicated and that is exactly why it works. You leave full, satisfied, and already thinking about what you would order next time. That is why people keep coming back.”

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  Aliona

  ·10 months ago

  “Amazing place, not just your casual local indian restaurant. Place to dress up if you want to. Indian cuisine usually not my choice, but this place ‘converted’ ✨✨✨me.”

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  Liberty UK

  ·11 months ago

  “STOP & READ : Stop searching for restaurants. This is the one you’ve been trying to find for date night or social gathering. This isn’t your standard Indian place. Come evening, it properly comes alive, the sort of atmosphere that pulls you back to your younger days in London and reminds you of the great nights you had there. There’s a real buzz here, an energy you rarely find in Surrey. I’m too old now, and don’t have the patience for the whole transport mission into London anymore, so discovering somewhere like this locally feels like striking gold. The menu is outstanding, thoughtful, well-curated, and clearly designed with care. The staff are a huge part of the magic: attentive, polite, articulate, and charismatic. They don’t just serve you; they help make the night what it is. And the music gives it a relaxed club-lounge feel. If you didn’t look out the window, you’d swear you were sitting in Mayfair or Chelsea. In short: London energy, Surrey location, zero hassle.”

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  Ali Blueman

  ·1 year ago

  “The atmosphere is sophisticated yet welcoming, making it an ideal setting to enjoy a meal that celebrates authenticity. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared, with layers of flavor that capture the essence of Indian cuisine in its purest form. What makes the experience exceptional, however, is the service. Juned’s attentiveness and expertise guided us toward dishes that not only met but exceeded our expectations. His recommendations were impeccable—an essential part of what made the evening so memorable. A dining experience worthy of high praise.”

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  RPL

  ·1 year ago

  “Very good food. I ordered the chicken lollipops, keema matter (mince with peas) and chicken karahi. The chicken lollipops were very tasty and not to chilly. The keema was the wrong choice for me, the portion size was good but I didn’t enjoy it. The chicken was very and recommended this dish. I will go again and try the other dishes.”

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  Mayank Mawar

  ·2 years ago

  “I moved to Surrey from London a year ago and have had some really bad experiences in the name of ‘authentic Indian food’ until yesterday when I placed a delivery order from Bombay Social. My order was based on excellent ratings with some lovely pics of the restaurant and food on Google. You have nailed it for me!! Absolutely delish food- I ordered chicken tikka masala, achari bhindi(okra), black daal, chilli garlic naan and plain naan. Even before I opened the first box, I could smell the real flavours. Each dish looked great and ultimately tasted amazing- perfect balance of flavours. Simply loved it and I would definitely be visiting the restaurant sometime soon!!”

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  swati pareek

  ·4 years ago

  “Delicious food, beautiful presentation, lovely ambience, fast service and superb customer service! Each and every dish(we are vegetarian)was so beautifully presented and as tasty as it looked! They surprised us by giving a complementary birthday cake for my husband, that was so sweet of them! Chef Vijendra Rana especially came and talked to us. Highly recommend for an Indian food lover! (4.5 stars)”

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