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Nestled in the vibrant heart of London at 42-44 Gloucester Terrace, Spice Guru offers a culinary adventure that promises both intrigue and flavor. Despite its unassuming exterior and a somewhat mysterious entrance, this restaurant has a story to tell—one that begins with a tantalizing aroma that beckons passersby and leads them into a world of bold spices and authentic dishes. Whether you're a seasoned lover of Indian cuisine or a curious newcomer, Spice Guru invites you to explore its unique take on traditional flavors, served in a setting that combines a touch of mystery with genuine hospitality.

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The delicious smell knocks you over as you walk down the street and you're looking for a big restaurant until you see a pokey stairwell and a disco sign on the wall pointing to a basement under the street. Resist - do NOT go down the stairs.

It's kind of creepy - the view down the stairs is uninviting but once you're inside, the place is quite nice. That's where the good experience ended.

We ordered a chicken makhani and a lamb tikka masala and they were horrible. Beyond horrible. The server didnt bother asking us how spicy we wanted our curries so I assume he saw we were white and didn't bother putting any spice into it so it was bland. (In fact my husband is a very fair skinned Sri Lankan and we eat a lot of very spicy food so it was an ignorant assumption).

The server took our order, goes into the kitchen and we hear the blender start up. We suspect that the chef threw a bunch of ingredients into the blender, pureed a sauce and they DEFINITELY had pre-cooked the meat and just poured the warm slop sauce over the top. A good curry needs to at least cook for a while so the ingredients cook together and almond paste looses that grittiness. We had our order within 5minutes and after a few bites, were horribly disappointed. It was just wrong on every level.

The makhani was a kind of gritty watery almond paste slush with a hint of curry. The chicken (which we only got 3 small pieces of chicken in a sea of sauce) was dry and kind of hard, so we think it had been pre-cooked and just reheated.

The tikka masala was maybe the worst I've ever had - so bad I actually had to laugh about it. It was literally really really sweet canned tomato paste, a hint of curry/garram masala and poured over a tiny tiny portion of lamb (maybe 3-4 small pieces) and was basically inedible. It tasted like curry flavoured tomato sauce/ketchup.

This place was a total disaster. No wonder it was totally empty.

Do NOT go here - its a total waste of time and money, and you wont end up eating anything apart from the naan...which was surprisingly good, then again, eating a shoe would be good in comparison to their curry.

Spice Guru: Authentic Indian Dining in Londonderry's Gloucester Terrace

Nestled in the heart of Londonderry at 42-44 Gloucester Terrace, spice guru offers an authentic taste of Indian cuisine with a contemporary twist. Although the ambiance may evoke a nostalgic sense of adventure, the true highlight remains the bold flavors of their diverse menu. Whether you're craving a fiery curry or a mild, aromatic dish, spice guru promises an experience that ignites your senses and transports you straight to the streets of India.

Vegetable Samosas - Crispy parcels filled with spiced vegetables, served with mint chutney.

Chicken Tikka - Juicy chunks of marinated chicken grilled to perfection.

Lamb Biryani - Aromatic basmati rice cooked with tender lamb, spices, and saffron.

Paneer Butter Masala - Soft paneer cubes simmered in a rich tomato-based gravy with butter and spices.

Gulab Jamun - Deep-fried milk balls soaked in rose-flavored syrup.

Mango Lassi - A refreshing yogurt-based mango drink.

Chef's Special Thali - An assortment of the chef's favorite dishes, served with rice, bread, and condiments.

Discover Spice Guru in London for authentic, flavorful Indian cuisine that sparks your senses. Dive into a taste adventure—book your table today!

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