Indian · Birmingham
Bigger inside than the Moseley frontage suggests, which is the first relief when you arrive with a pram — there's room to park it, plus high chairs, outdoor tables and free parking nearby. Food comes out fast, which matters when someone's patience is running out, and the staff are genuinely warm with children; one family had the team come over and sing happy birthday to their son unprompted. The curries and mango lassi get the loudest praise, and there's a kids' menu plus vegan options. Afternoon tea is a treat worth knowing about — the cardamom scone in particular — and dietary requirements are handled without fuss. Worth saying: it isn't cheap for what it is, and the £24.99 thali draws grumbles about portion size, so order à la carte and share.
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