Bombay Spice
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About Bombay Spice
Bombay Spice is an Indian restaurant at 58 Goodramgate in York, serving Indian and Bangladeshi dishes in a dining room finished in scarlet and black. The menu is large, with a wide variety of dishes to choose from, and the breads come to the table hot. Free samples and a liqueur to finish come with the meal, which gives the visit a start and an end beyond the main plates. Payment is by cash or bank transfer only. The restaurant can get very busy at weekends.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention extensive menu selection, generous portions, hot fresh food and free samples and liqueur.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention extensive menu selection, generous portions, hot fresh food and free samples and liqueur.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the food itself, describing a massive menu with something for fussy eaters, generous portions and dishes that arrive hot and fresh. Breads served properly hot get a specific mention, and a few call it the best Indian meal they have had in York. Close behind is the service, called friendly, fast and attentive. One reviewer says the owner goes above and beyond to make guests feel welcome, and another describes a last minute party of four arriving late at night and getting good food and service. The wine selection and comfortable seating also earn a mention. The complaints are sharper, though less common. One diner found the mince curry and kebab off, waited a long time, and says all four in the party disliked the meal. Another felt judged by staff over the quantity of food ordered, was seated in a cramped corner, was never checked on, and received a handwritten bill. One reviewer cautions that the floor is very slippy. Another recalls free samples and a liqueur to finish.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the food itself, describing a massive menu with something for fussy eaters, generous portions and dishes that arrive hot and fresh. Breads served properly hot get a specific mention, and a few call it the best Indian meal they have had in York. Close behind is the service, called friendly, fast and attentive. One reviewer says the owner goes above and beyond to make guests feel welcome, and another describes a last minute party of four arriving late at night and getting good food and service. The wine selection and comfortable seating also earn a mention. The complaints are sharper, though less common. One diner found the mince curry and kebab off, waited a long time, and says all four in the party disliked the meal. Another felt judged by staff over the quantity of food ordered, was seated in a cramped corner, was never checked on, and received a handwritten bill. One reviewer cautions that the floor is very slippy. Another recalls free samples and a liqueur to finish.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Food was delicious, speedy service and the breads were served surprisingly hot rather than just warm.Staff were friendly and the restaurant had a generally lovely ambiance. Only point to note is the floor is really very slippy, so watch out!”
- Google user
“not good at all the mince curry n kebab we had were off. had to wait for the meal for ages. all 4 of us did not like it all....shocked to see many 5 star reviews.”
- Google user
“We came in as a last minute party of 4 late at night by chance. The food and service was amazing. Definitely will be coming back. Great value for money and hot, fresh food”
- Google user
“Me and mum came to York to visit and saw that Bombay spice had really good reviews. Myself is a very fussy eater and picky but believe me the menu is massive and always something to choose from. This is one of the best Indian food we have ever tried and that’s saying something! Good portions and well priced for what they serve. Do it go in and try it you will not be disappointed! Thankyou Bombay spice!”
- Google user
“I had a very disappointing experience. The food was really bad and definitely not worth the price. The customer service was just as bad. The way we were treated was completely unacceptable. It felt like the staff judged us based on the quantity of food we ordered, which made us feel very uncomfortable and unwelcome. Throughout our meal, no one came to check if we needed anything else or if everything was okay. To make matters worse, we were seated in a cramped corner that felt suffocating and far from comfortable. Finally, instead of providing a proper printed bill, they gave us a handwritten bill, which came across as unprofessional. Overall, the food, service, and overall experience were all disappointing. I would not recommend this place.”
Highlights
“Classic Indian and Bangladeshi dishes served in a smart, contemporary scarlet-and-black interior.”
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
Show more amenities
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Dining options· 4
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Offerings· 3
- Alcohol
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Service options· 2
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
Location
Indian restaurants near Bombay Spice
- Mumbai Lounge4.31,3340.2 mi£15–30
tikka mixed grill, biryani, generous portions
- Jaipur Spice4.25630.6 mi
chicken tikka masala, chicken tikka, stuffed paratha
- Indian Ocean4.12782.1 mi£10–30
jalfrezi, onion bhaji, garlic aubergines
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Spice | 4.31,194 | — | £20–30 | extensive menu selection, generous portions, hot fresh food |
| Mumbai Lounge | 4.31,334 | 0.2 mi | £15–30 | tikka mixed grill, biryani, generous portions |
| Jaipur Spice | 4.2563 | 0.6 mi | — | chicken tikka masala, chicken tikka, stuffed paratha |
| Indian Ocean | 4.1278 | 2.1 mi | £10–30 | jalfrezi, onion bhaji, garlic aubergines |
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