Southport’s top 10 curry restaurants
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HOT on the heels of National Curry Week, the Visiter today reveals the town’s 10 best curry restaurants – as voted for on TripAdvisor.
Southport has a huge range of restaurants serving food from around the world.
There is a great choice of where to get a good curry and it seems you can’t beat Thai – with Samsara Thai in Birkdale Village top choice for diners. 1. Samsara Thai
Samsara Thai, on Weld Road, Birkdale, is not just the best place for a curry in Southport - it is rated by diners as the top restaurant overall, number one out of 244 places rated.
It holds a full five stars, with 434 pe o p l e out of 479 rating it as excellent.
Reviewer Hayley Murray said: “Me and my boyfriend came here to try something different. It was absolutely stunning.
“The interior of the restaurant is very classy and looks incredibly clean. The restaurant itself isn’t too big which adds a lovely intimate feeling to your visit.
“The staff were incredible; very friendly, happy to chat and very welcoming. As for the food, it was just divine.”
Sandra Carney said: “What a great Thai restaurant!
“Very welcoming host, menu explained in great detail & after expressing my likes & dislikes the most perfect meal was chosen washed down by a lovely bottle of wine. Decor is beautiful & staff attentive.” e excellent.
Jen i H Haw ’s r review on TripAdvisor said: “Excellent Value for money on the lunchtime special. Gorgeous food. We will be returning as soon as we can.”
Panknam Sanoi said: “Thai Rice is simply the best for Thai food in Southport, I been there everyweek I can say never disappointed with the food or services.
“All staff was very nice and helpful, nice food, nice people simple the best.” 3. Bengal Lounge
Specialising in Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine, this restaurant on Union Street is great for a curry, with 53 Excellent ratings out of 68.
Justine A said; “We choose this restaurant having read previous reviews and due to it’s convenient location.
“The food was very good and reasonably priced. The staff were very friendly and attentive.”
Marcus I said: “We visited here back in January and had an excellent meal here.
“Both the food and service was excellent with the starters being excellent in particular.
“It’s hard to go wrong here really with traditional Indian food served at its best.” 4. Taj Mahal
This restaurant on Bath Street has 114 excellent reviews by customers.
Sally McCann said: “If we ever have Indian food we always come here for takeout. The staff are always pleasant and helpful, always carry your meal and open the door for you. Have been going for years.”
Jaime April said: “Excellent service, fantastic food and a charming atmosphere.
“The samosas were the best I’ve had in Southport. Will be back again!” 5. The Shamraat
This venue on Stanley Street enjoyed 59 excellent, and 17 very good ratings.
Christine Richardson said: “I love going to the Shamraat for a meat Thali which is a banquet for one served on a large silver round tray. The food is always freshly prepared, pipping hot and lovely.
“The service is what you would expect with an enjoyable meal every time.” 6. U-Thai
U-Thai, at 241B Lord Street (The Old Glasshouse), has 142 excellent rating of 201.
Paul Bradshaw said: “An excellent dining experience and authentic Thai cuisine served in great surroundings. Well worth taking the effort to seek out the hidden gem.”
Istanbulhero said: “It’s nice to see food prepared fresh and full of authentic flavours and prepared by highly trained chefs that don’t cut corners.
“No expense has been spared on the decor, nice pleasant atmosphere and lots of good offers.” 7. Spice of Bengal
This restaurant on Station Road offers Indian and Thai food, and has 17 excellent ratings of 22 reviews.
Lorraine B said: “My husband and I went for a meal here for our Wedding Anniversary. We had the set meal for two. Quick service and the food was just perfect. Service was brilliant and staff very friendly. We will definitely recommend to all and will be returning very soon. Thank you!”
Nikiuns said: “Was having a long weekend away at the shocking Pontins and needed decent food we came across this restaurant on the Saturday night, it was quite busy and we had not booked but they soon found us a table, party of four. The food is gorgeous, and the services is brilliant. Also we found that it was reasonably
priced.” 8. Saahil
Based at the fire station end of Lord Street, Saahil restaurant offers Kashmiri cuisine. It has a bring your own alcohol policy as well as fully licensed bar and gained 85 excellent ratings of 140 reviews.
Jacqueline Senior said: “Saahil is a fabulous night out. The food, the service, the value, the setting and the whole ambiance is hard to beat. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough. You also have the choice to take your own beer / wine or order there now they have a licence. Try it, you’ll be back guaranteed, any friends we have taken have always loved it.” 9. Kasturi
The Kasturi restaurant on Eastbank Street received 44 excellent and 29 very good ratings, from 90 reviews.
Wendy Aspin said: “We have visited this restaurant a number of times and always enjoyed good food and service, provided by the friendly staff. We live locally and will certainly be going again in the future.” 10. Belash Tandoori
Out of 52 reviews, 22 diners rated Belash Tandoori, on Bath Street, as excellent, with 14 saying it was very good.
Jenna_25x said: “The food is perfect. It is always cooked fresh so expect a bit of a wait, but it is definitely worth the wait.
“The staff work very hard and are friendly. The portions are huge and good value for money. My favourite Indian in Southport. They do take outs too!”