The Jewel in the Crown

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  David Macleod

  ·1 month ago

  “The older guy is trying to be welcoming but he's leery n lingering. We ordered 10 dishes and 4 were overly salty which spoilt the rest of the meal. Portions were good in the main,rice was a bit stingy. Happy to leave quickly”

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  Marek Jura

  ·1 month ago

  “Excellent food. By far the best Indian restaurant in Swindon. I'd recommend the special Lamb and Pumpkin curry, as well as the Dhansak and Bhindi Baji. Takeaways are very efficient and reasonably priced.”

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  Lonely Traveler Productions

  ·2 months ago

  “⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review: Jewel in the Crown, Swindon What a fantastic surprise — and a true jewel indeed! 💎 I walked in as Mike from Lonely Traveler Productions, not knowing quite what to expect — and I was absolutely blown away from the moment I stepped through the doors. First thing that hits you? The sheer size of this place! 🤩 It’s so much bigger than you’d imagine from the outside — spacious, grand, and beautifully laid out with plenty of room between tables, yet still warm and welcoming. You really don’t expect a restaurant of this scale right here in Swindon — it’s impressive! The menu is incredible — such a huge range of authentic Indian dishes, all freshly made and packed with flavour. Whether you love classic curries, tandoori specials, or something a little different, they do it all — and they do it beautifully. The spices were perfectly balanced, the meat tender, and the portions generous — exactly what you want from a proper Indian meal. 🍛 Service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive, the atmosphere was lovely — lively but not noisy, perfect for a relaxed evening. They’ve got everything you could ask for: great food, great space, great service, and a team that really cares about what they do. I absolutely loved my visit here — easily one of the best Indian restaurants I’ve been to in a long time. If you’re in Swindon, this place is an absolute must-visit! ✅”

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  Varen E. Bridges

  ·3 months ago

  “I do not know how they do it, third time coming here because the absolute flavour bombs are immaculate, they use their seasonings and 39 years of business recipes to absolute perfection, very affordable too!!”

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  Dan Owen

  ·4 months ago

  “The best curry house in Swindon by far. Delicious taste and also great spice. The staff are very friendly and funny. They always entertain and are also timely and helpful. Aziz is one of the most welcoming servers I've ever had and his cheerful demeanour always brings us back. Great for a family outing or a lads curry night too. Don't miss out and come here!”

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  Elizabeth Stone

  ·4 months ago

  “This is a lovely restaurant, we visited early on a Saturday and the food was great! We had chicken tikka, chicken shashlik, naan breads and daal. Served in lovely pots and kept warm at the table, we enjoyed our meal and the atmosphere. Plenty of space in the restaurant.”

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  Robert Stone

  ·4 months ago

  “Visited for lunch on a Saturday. The staff were all very friendly and the manager came round for a chat after our meal which made us feel very welcome. Very good portion sizes and tasty curries. The food was freshly prepared on a tandoor (which also made for a great naan) and we all enjoyed the chicken shashlik and tandoori. When we come back to Swindon, we will definitely be back.”

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  Richard Clarke

  ·4 months ago

  “Lovely traditional Indian restaurant. Classic decor, and the service was impeccable. Mixed starter was superb, meat was incredibly tender and moist. Mains were nice, with a good selection of traditional and house specials. Portion sizes very good and a great touch with the traditional serving dishes for the rice. Would definitely go back.”

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  Aston

  ·7 months ago

  “Very good food, good service. Had the chicken Patia was the right spice and the chicken was tender. Prices are good and got a free shot of Baileys at the end”

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  r14j

  ·2 years ago

  “By the far the best restaurant we have been to. Fantastic authentic flavours and a nice setting, staff were super friendly and we met the lovely owner. Chicken tikka biryani , lamb Karai, shahi chicken bhuna, medium size plain Nan and the Karai came with complimentary rice & we even got a tarka dall. Not a single thing was not 5 stars here. Smells, Tastes, Atmosphere, Staff. The fact you have a hot plate in front of you to keep everything warm. Fantastic and the service was immaculate. Swindon you are lucky to have this place on your doorstep.”

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