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I and hubs decided to try Basil Spice for the first time last night and all we can say is, WOW amazing!!
From the friendly greeting to the meal... read more to the ambience of the restaurant cannot be faulted!!
The food was fresh, well cooked and tasted like I was visiting India!!
The only complaint, there wasn't enough of the mouth-watering lamb in the Biriyani lol
Please go you would not be disappointed!!
From a soon to be regular customer'sTami M
October 4, 2019Had a takeaway. It was delicious and the best Indian take away around. They are friendly accommodating and serve the best food in the area . Can’t wait until the... read more lock down ends and we can enjoy a night in the restaurant with all our friends again .
SharonP256
May 21, 2020Atmosphere was great, a special thank you to all the staff and especially Elaine who made us feel welcome and well looked after, amazing hospitality and just the service i... read more want from a restaurant. Good value for money too, i will definitely be returning!
laylulouise
March 2, 2020Went here last night with my family (4 adults +2 babies), staff were very friendly and attentive , was a lovely restaurant to eat in and the food was delicious,... read more we all had different dishes and none were disappointing! The owner Adam seems to really care about the food and has done a great job off making each dish delicious, a couple of us were unsure what to get and his suggestion was spot on, very impressed and will be eating here again!
adamrandall31
March 2, 2020I bloody had the best night ever Friday 29 November. Foods & entertainment & drinks staff best in Basildon. Tired all of the Indian restaurants in the area but basil... read more spice you won me and my families heart. Food was soooooooo yummy now it’s in our tummy
535jordanr
December 1, 2019 -
Been working away all week and thought I’d leave the best till last, and this has to be the best curry I’ve ever had. I recommend the Lamb Razala what... read more a dish.
shanebQ5908WI
November 13, 2020Food didn’t disappoint. Both chicken and lamb dishes the meat melted in the mouth. Extra mild curry received double thumbs up from 6 year old. Birthday balloons a wonderful surprise... read more and treat. Thank you for making out lockdown birthday meal so special.
Tina2020C
May 5, 2020Most amazin place. Very tasty food and atmosphere. Very clean restaurant and friendly staff. Alot people recommeded to me so i thought i try it out. We loved it. We... read more became a reqular for eating in and takeaway.
Fatma A
March 9, 2020Wow the experience was fantastic, had an amazing night. Food was great, staff were friendly and attentive, the disco later in the evening was brilliant and played some good tunes,... read more even had a belly dancer. We will be going back and definitely recommend.
GregW150
January 25, 2020Found this Restaurant on Just eat whilst staying in a hotel local during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Without doubt one of the finest Indian restaurants I’ve ever eaten from. Brought back... read more memories from working in India, the food is that good!!!!leeatlife
July 2, 2020We were a party of eleven family members of all ages from thirteen to seventy nine for my wife’s birthday meal, A varied selection of meals were chosen , All... read more were given a five star rating, very pleasant decor, and staff seemed to actually enjoyed there jobs,Certainly will be coming back, This was our first visit, well done to all the staff, Michael.
buckoessex
July 7, 2022 -
Simply the best Indian. Been regular past 2 years. Introduced my friends & family to basil spice they absolutely love it. The restaurant is decorated beautifully and the foods delicious.... read more The ambience is astonishing. We also order during the lockdown once a week. Love the random promotions they do on Facebook & instagram. Love getting discounts on quality food. Adam & team keep up the good work.
I highly recommend it to everybody.rubyjayc
November 20, 2020We ordered from here for the first time this weekend to celebrate my dads special birthday and also Father’s Day. The food was very tasty and very hot when it... read more arrived.
My dad was also treated to a lovely birthday balloon and a slice of cake for Father’s Day - what a lovely surprise!! Especially during lockdown.
Would defo recommend and will defo come and dine in the restaurant when it reopens :)Sarahjjarvis07
June 21, 2020I have eaten at this resturant many time and always have a great meal, The food is always tasty and the service great. Last time I visited they had a... read more Bollywood night and their was live music and dancers. It's a must visit and a hidden gem for anyone who loves great indian food.
Thebobstar100
February 26, 2020Just want to say Thank you! I have fussy eating children. One being autistic & with sensory issues. All staff are very polite, patient understanding with us. They make us... read more feel very welcome even when my child is having a melt down. They always give toys to my kids. They have amazing tasty food. Clean restaurant & toilets.
Visited this place once again this Friday. However I thought it was about time I left a review. If you have children it’s the best place to go for a great family night out. They cater for everyone’s needs. Looking forward to Friday 13th Dec ABBA night!carolineeX1364NB
December 1, 2019 -
I visited here on the tastecard with my wife and 3 year old son. The food was all very tasty andthe staff were friendly especially the owner who made a... read more fuss of my son and made it clear he wants to make it a family friendly environment. We will be going back! :-)
Delboi8
March 1, 2020I visited with my young daughter for dinner. Adam is a very gracious host and his recommendation of chicken dhansak did not disappoint. The butter chicken was also lovely, made... read more to a very high standard.
The staff were all very efficient and friendly and Adam very kindly gave my daughter some sweets and toys which she was over the moon with. I really couldn't ask any more of a restaurant and will definitely visit again when I'm in the area.Karim G
May 28, 2021We ate in the restaurant once a few weeks ago. The food was really nice and the atmosphere was fantastic as they had a Halloween event. We didn’t get to... read more go back because of lockdown but have since ordered take away from there and it has been fantastic every time. The vegetarian and vegan dishes especially, so much choice.
Q4154QRingridt
January 2, 2021Been here a few times. Adam,Hattie and staff are fantastic, they really go out of their way to look after you. As for the food, gorgeous cooked freshly to order.... read more Already good here for my hen night in May
809jaynef
March 10, 2020Well what a great night out. Not been here in 13 years hubby in 15 years. The food way back then was disgusting. Atmosphere horrid staff were miserable not a... read more nice place to be.
Well tonight the food was full of flavour not over spiced just 100% great my Spicy Tea was great. Staff smiled and even took time to speak with2 oldies.
Alan thank you for such a lovely experience both food, staff, and yourself brightened me up. 100% on everything xxx
As Rambo said we will be back we promise. Xxxxxbetty_1946
August 25, 2020Never been here before. And a friend suggested going here for a get together. So glad she chose this restaurant it was a great evening. This restaurant was very clean... read more with great staff and the food was amazing. Will defiantly be back. Would I recommend 100% 5 stars.
Jacqueline D
December 21, 2019 -
Very good food delivered on time, comes into one of our best Indian restaurants in Europe we have tried a great many and this was excellent, also included little Easter... read more gift thank you
510jeanettee
April 4, 2021Group of 7 wanted a last minute Indian, found this restaurant with a quick google search and so so glad we did! It’s very nice inside the restaurant, and the... read more waiters were great! Jordan was a right laugh and Shelley was lovely. The food was amazing! Poppadoms, starters and mains were incredible. Everyone loved their food and when we were all too full to eat anymore, it was packed into containers so we could take it home which was nice as no waste. I think it was the manager Adam that gave us free dessert to try too which was delicious and just a lovely thing to do. We’ll definitely be back!
Estelleeexo
December 12, 2019We visited here last night and the food
And service was amazing!!
We have gone past this restaurant a number of times and always said
We would go, last... read more night was the first time and definitely won’t be the last time!
The chicken tikka was juicy and full of flavour and the onion bhaji was the best onion bhaji I’ve had.
The service was very professional and casual!! The manager was great very welcoming!!jemmab1402
August 6, 2020The food was amazing, the staff is so nice and the portions are very big compared to other restaurants in the area. My favourite was Chicken Tikka Biryani, it was... read more the best Biryani I have ever eaten! also Chicken Korma will definitely be back! Thanks a lot
zulaltrkgl
January 20, 2022From start to finish you can tell the staff work so hard! The food was amazing and the price was amazing too (we did have the 50% off) there were... read more 6 of us , we were seated quickly and our order was taken promptly. The owner is amazing and you can tell it it such a good family run business, even his daughter was taking orders and checking on tables which I thought was such a personal/family touch ! She honestly is a credit to the owner - very sweet girl.
Thank you again for a pleasant meal, we will definitely be back again!!Sazzlepop7416
August 26, 2020 -
I'm 70 years old. Seen so many Restaurants in my life. Must admit this Restaurants is one of the best tasty food I have had. Very kind polite staff who... read more always help my wife disable wife to toilets. Its spacious clean disable friendly, kids friendly place.
W8389OUbobt
December 1, 2019My first time here for my best friends birthday meal & I have to say it was one of the best Indian restaurants I’ve been to in years. The food... read more was delicious & the hospitality was fabulous, as soon as they heard it was my friends birthday, they gave a a lovely cocktail & free desserts for us all. Definitely would come again & again.
aslio891
December 18, 2019I want to say what a great time we all had everything was perfect. Adam went out of his way to make sure everything was perfect. It was my husbands... read more 50th and his sisters 40th and I couldn't have asked for a better night. Thanks Adam and all of your team.
MrsFranklin2b
January 27, 2020This restaurant is stunning, I celebrated here with my family of 6, as we couldn’t take more due to Covid-19. The staff were amazing! They are outstanding on
hygiene, they... read more are complying to all the government rules such as social distancing and taking precautIons to make sure everyone can have a good time in the safest way! The food and atmosphere was phenomenal! All the staff were prompt and food was on time, warm and absolutely finger licking good!987Syed
October 29, 2020 -
We recently visited this restaurant and really enjoyed our experience. The food was really fresh and tasty. My husband had a chicken tikka masala which wasn’t that horrible dyed red... read more colour. I had a lamb biriyani which was the best ever and our daughter had the chicken korma which she really enjoyed. Jordan our waiter was very attentive and we would definitely recommend
AnneRayC
March 3, 2020We were a group of about 35, the service was outstanding, the food exceptional quality, staff very helpful.and adam the owner set up the projector so we could see the... read more video, very accommodating. Had a very lovely evening, thankyou so much. Will definitely be returning.
Joyo74
September 24, 2022We have visited a few times now, a couple of times just my small family of three and other with another family and have always had a great experience! When... read more there are seven of us all together it can be a lot to handle but not for this place. Food has always been great and the service is too! Will definitely be back and will recommend to others.
Sarah B
August 1, 2019Great food, Great entertainment, Great friendly staff - Absolutely love this restaurant! All the staff can’t do enough for you and always cook our meals perfectly! The waitress Claire and waiter Jordan are always polite and pop over... read more for a quick chat in between working.
Lovely interior, Great Atmosphere, Fantastic food, Good prices. Wouldn’t go anywhere else for an Indian.777candicee
January 20, 2023We’ve only ever used the takeaway service. Tonight after ordering on just eat, our usual lamb wrap and roll, I received a call advising me the food would be 10... read more minutes late. Their exemplary customer service matches the exemplary food. I feel an “eat in” coming on and I am sure these guys won’t disappoint. Well done all
P8434EFcarolyns
November 17, 2019 -
Wow!!!! What can I say from the minute we arrived to set up the staff and children were amazing our meal for 21 people was spot on the whole... read more night was fantastic and I would recommend to everyone you went over and above and I...More
May 4, 2019Had a brilliant night on Friday, brilliant food and staff were amazing as always, very friendly and welcoming... love bringing my family here too as they are very family orientated... read more and make you feel so welcome
tjc0
December 1, 2019First time me and my partner have eaten here and it was lovely. The tables were not crowded together which I have experienced at other similar restaurants, the decor was... read more also very nice. The food came out quickly and was delicious. We are definitely doing to eat here again!
PurpleMaas
June 3, 2022I am truly overwhelmed at how wonderful this place is. I had my 40th birthday party here last night and can't thank Adam and his beautiful wife enough for what... read more they done for me. The food, decorations,dj and staff were amazing. Made my birthday one to remember. All my family and friends haven't stopped saying what an amazing night they all had. Would highly recommend anyone to have any celebration here. Will be definitely visiting Basil Spice in the future. Adam you and your family should be really proud of what a special place you have made your restaurant thank you for everythingxxxx
portias454
February 2, 2020Was driving past and decided to give it a go so glad we did I can honestly say I have never had Indian food like it. Firstly the waitresses we're... read more very pleasant, the menu was varied and reasonably priced. When the food arrived the portion...More
June 12, 2019 -
This was not our first visit to Basil Spice. It was a busy night with a large party for a 40th birthday. The restaurant was decorated with awesome ballons supplied... read more by owners wife. There were a few tables on the perimeter for those not part of the 40th celebrations.
Our order was taken promptly but we were not rushed. Service was good with all waiting staff and the owner being attentive to our needs. We were offered our starters at the same time as our main course which we declined - an odd request I thought!
So we had our starters and then there was a reasonable gap before our mains arrived. The food was good and well presented. We both had drinks too.
When the bill came I was disappointed to see that the beer I was drinking shown as £4.95 for a pint on the menu had actually been charged at £5.50 a pint. I did point this out and was told that the prices had gone up but the menu's had not been updated. I was unable to check the price of the food as we only had the drinks menu at the table. I was left wondering with a large party of revellers had the drink prices been put up for the night? It was a disappointing end to an otherwise enjoyable experience. Will we go back? Maybe but we will keep an eye on the prices. And £5.50 for a pint in a local retaurant seems a bit steep to me. Oh well!!Steve H
February 2, 2020Family dinner - Staff are amazing helpful nothing was too
Much trouble food was great atmosphere was lovely and Adam always makes you welcome x anyone who loves Indian must give this place... read more a try x definitely will go
Back xxxCompass752579
December 1, 2022Had a takeaway twice from this superb restaurant the food is amazing, the best Indian food that I have tasted in a very long time. Service is excellent and given... read more the current situation, all precaution are taken and you are met by lovely, polite staff with a smile on their faces. I can’t wait for this establishment to reopen as a restaurant , we will definitely be visiting. Thank you Basil Spice, see you soon.
stephensG7586VY
June 7, 2020Had an amazing night yet again at Basil Spixe! The extra precautions taken for the current pandemic are great! The atmosphere was so lovely! The food incredible but I don’t... read more expect anything less! This place never ever lets you down with food. They don’t rush you either! Staff are so friendly! Especially the owner Adam. He always comes over to say hello and make you feel welcome. You feel part of their family! Would never go anywhere else! Love love love Basil Spice!!!
Jessica T
December 12, 2020 -
The meal was to celebrate our daughters 50th birthday we had 17 family members we ordered our meals on the Friday as we had 5 different families we asked bas... read more spice to put each meal in separate bags which the did when I went to...More
April 7, 2019Excellent food, excellent service from Jordan the waiter. This was our first visit, but sure wont be our last. There was a 50th birhday large party, & we had a... read more boothe, so we could still chat as well as enjoying the atmosphere.
CUTEY37
October 27, 2019Went here last night with my family (4 adults +2 babies), staff were very friendly and attentive , was a lovely restaurant to eat in and the food was delicious,... read more we all had different dishes and none were disappointing! The owner Adam seems to really care about the food and has done a great job off making each dish delicious, a couple of us were unsure what to get and his suggestion was spot on, very impressed and will be eating here again!
adamrandall31
March 2, 2020went of with a bang lovely food Excellent entertainment staff brilliant Adam and the gang really made us fill welcome couldn't ask for a better place to go definitely recommended... read more and we will all be back soon xxx
michelleaU4371HN
May 23, 2022I was looking for somewhere special to throw my 2 best friends an engagement party and I discovered Basil Spice and from the moment I phoned I was passed onto... read more their Wonderful Manager Adam. I was in contact with Adam frequently for about a month asking all sorts of questions and requesting things and changing my mind and he got back to me straight away and made everything possible.
Adams’s lovely wife decorated the table and did the balloons all complimentarily and helped saved the cake that we had brought for the event and decorated it with flowers.
Once I arrived at the venue everything was perfect the food was delicious there was soo much of it just kept coming and coming. If we ran out of something they just replaced it. We had a £25 a head set meal which meant first we got Poppadoms and dips next we had a plate with different Indians starters one each then we had a special kind of onion baji and dip then we all got to choose our main course this was served with multiple rices and Naan breads and also potatoes . Then for dessert we had ice cream and some kind of cake honestly not sure what it was but it was very yummy. We were also given hot wipes at the end. The whole night the waiting staff and cooks were sooooo helpful anything extra they brought to us no problem and Adam explained to us the menus and gave good recommendations I usually stick to a Korma but even I tried something new. I am going to recommend this place to all my friends because it was a wonderful evening and worth the money.
A Big Thankyou to everyone at Basil Spice for make this night soooo special and affordable!TamaraNEW
December 1, 2019