Le Taste of Asia
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About Le Taste of Asia
A South Indian kitchen with Sri Lankan Tamil roots drives the cooking at Le Taste of Asia, an Indian restaurant on Three Shires Oak Road in Smethwick. Dosas anchor the menu, from the Mysore masala dosa to a chilli chicken version, with kizhi porotta alongside as another way into the same repertoire. Spice levels are adjusted to order, so heat can be dialled up or kept mild across the table. The restaurant works on a walk-in basis, with table service once you are seated and drinks served alongside the food. A private dining room gives larger parties and birthday groups a space of their own, while high chairs and food options for children make it workable for families with young ones. A step-free entrance means visitors with mobility needs can get in without help, and dogs are welcome in the restaurant. Doors open Tuesday through Sunday, with Mondays closed.
Good to know
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
Menu & Prices
12 dishes- Biryani
- Thali
- Butter Chicken
- Masala Dosa
- Tandoori Chicken
- Paratha
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention dosa varieties, biryani, fried rice and customisable spice levels.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention dosa varieties, biryani, fried rice and customisable spice levels.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers come for authentic South Indian food, and dosas are the most named dish: the Chili Chicken Dosa, Rava dosa and Mysore masala dosa all get praise, with one reviewer calling the sambar the best they have had. Close behind are the biryanis, with mutton and chicken versions described as rich in flavour and delicious. Others single out the king fish and mackerel fry, tandoori paneer, idly, Kizhi porotta, seafood fried rice and sizzling platters. Several note that spice levels can be customised, and one says children finished their food despite it being beyond their spice tolerance. Diners also mention the ambience and decor, with one noting it suits photos. Staff come up repeatedly as friendly and attentive, and the manager and hosts are credited with looking after birthday and family groups. A returning diner from southern India says the flavours made them feel at home, and one reviewer says they travel 45 minutes each time. No recurring complaints appear in the reviews.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers come for authentic South Indian food, and dosas are the most named dish: the Chili Chicken Dosa, Rava dosa and Mysore masala dosa all get praise, with one reviewer calling the sambar the best they have had. Close behind are the biryanis, with mutton and chicken versions described as rich in flavour and delicious. Others single out the king fish and mackerel fry, tandoori paneer, idly, Kizhi porotta, seafood fried rice and sizzling platters. Several note that spice levels can be customised, and one says children finished their food despite it being beyond their spice tolerance. Diners also mention the ambience and decor, with one noting it suits photos. Staff come up repeatedly as friendly and attentive, and the manager and hosts are credited with looking after birthday and family groups. A returning diner from southern India says the flavours made them feel at home, and one reviewer says they travel 45 minutes each time. No recurring complaints appear in the reviews.
Featured reviews
- Sin2 Vinothan
“I would highly recommend this restaurant to get an Authentic South Indian food. We ordered Mutton Biryani, Idlly, Fried Rice. All the dishes were so rich in flavour and delicious. I am very impressed by ambience of restaurant. I’m definitely going to visit again, when I return to Birmingham again.”
- Anu T.V
“Great Tamil/Sri Lankan food with spice levels you can customise. Loved the ambience and the interior decor is amazing and perfect for photo opportunities. This was our second visit and it was just as good. Javed and Sai were polite and attentive, and on our last visit a lady staff member gave us some great food recommendations too. Will definitely be back!”
- Alvi Khan
“My husband and I had a fantastics dinner, we came from London.. the host Sai was wonderful, welcoming and looked after us a lot. We enjoy the food very much very tasty and really good potions. Classy environment with affordable cost.”
- Evo 5
“A great place to eat with your family. Very high customer service, never disappoint. There Sambar is the best I have had so far and highly recommend the Chili Chicken Dosa, a must have if you are a meat eater! I travel 45 mins to get to this place and my god it's worth it every time. Thank you for your service and hope to see you soon, Rana!”
- Selva Ganapathy
“I visited Le Taste of Asia restaurant today and had a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious and well-prepared. The service by Sai Krishna was excellent—very attentive and friendly. Compliments to the chef Vijay for the amazing dishes. Also, the overall management by Javeed was great. I really enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend this place”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegan options
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Dogs allowed outside
- No-contact delivery
- Takeaway
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- Dine-in
- Family friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar on site
- Casual
- Beer
- Offerings· 13
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Happy-hour drinks
- Happy-hour food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Service options· 1
- Delivery
- Dining options· 8
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Parking· 1
- Parking
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Family-friendly· 4
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
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- Friendly Grill4.83760 miVegetarian optionsGood for kidsReservations
huge portions, lamb pastrami, papanași dessert
- Mr Greek Giro4.62840.1 miOutdoor seatingGood for kidsReservations
mixed meat gyro, mixed grill platter for two, pitta bread
- 0.2 miGood for kids
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Taste of AsiaVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.9181 | — | dosa varieties, biryani, fried rice |
| Friendly GrillVegetarian options · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.8376 | 0 mi | huge portions, lamb pastrami, papanași dessert |
| Mr Greek GiroOutdoor seating · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.6284 | 0.1 mi | mixed meat gyro, mixed grill platter for two, pitta bread |
| Caribbean Corner Takeaway Smethwick, THIMBLEMILL RDGood for kids | 4.355 | 0.2 mi | jerk chicken, rice and peas, curry mutton |
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