Salaam Namaste Curry House — Restaurant in Kowloon

香港的印度美食：地道風味，但環境有待改善 A Taste of India in Hong Kong: Authentic Flavors, But Mind the Ambiance

如果你在香港想品嚐地道的印度美食，這家小餐廳或許能滿足你的味蕾——儘管它的環境有些讓人卻步。餐廳空間不大，裝潢簡樸，清潔度也不盡如人意。通風系統似乎不太理想，用餐時偶爾會飄來一些不太愉快的氣味，讓人聯想到垃圾堆或廁所，實在有點影響食慾。😞🤢 不過，讓我們把重點放在最重要的部分：食物。這家餐廳的印度菜風味濃郁，絕對地道，在香港這個許多餐廳會為了迎合本地口味而淡化香料的地方，這裡的菜式顯得格外突出。 If you're craving authentic Indian cuisine in Hong Kong, this little gem might just hit the spot—though it’s not without its quirks. Tucked away in a modest space, the restaurant doesn’t win any awards for its ambiance. The shop is cozy but feels a bit cramped, and the cleanliness leaves something to be desired. The ventilation, or lack thereof, occasionally lets in some unwelcome aromas that can distract from the dining experience. Imagine catching a whiff of something that reminds you more of a dumpster than a kitchen while savoring your meal—definitely not ideal. 😞🤢 But let’s talk about the star of the show: the food. This place delivers bold, unapologetically authentic Indian flavors that stand out in a city where many restaurants tend to soften their spices for local palates.

以下是我點的菜式/ Here’s what I tried: 🍴 羊肉香料飯 / Lamb Biryani (HKD 108) 這道香料飯還算不錯——不會太乾也不會太濕，不過沒有用傳統的鍋具盛裝，稍微讓人失望。味道算是中規中矩，沒有特別驚艷。 The biryani was decent—neither too dry nor overly wet, though it didn’t come in the traditional pot, which was a slight letdown. The flavors were comforting but didn’t quite blow me away. 評分/ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐

🍴 蒜蓉烤餅 / Garlic Naan (HKD 25) 這道蒜蓉烤餅簡直是驚喜！外皮酥脆，內裡柔軟，口感完美平衡。以這個價格來說，絕對是物超所值。強烈推薦！ This naan was a revelation! Crispy on the outside, yet pillowy soft inside, it was the perfect balance of textures. At this price, it’s an absolute steal. Highly recommend! 評分/ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🍴 咖哩魚/ Fish Vindaloo (HKD 118) 這道菜是辣味愛好者的必試之選！魚肉入口即化，比起其他地方的魚肉咖哩常常煮得過老，這裡的表現非常出色。咖哩本身香辣濃郁，香料味十足，完全不像香港其他印度餐廳那種淡化的版本。 A must-try for spice enthusiasts! The fish was melt-in-your-mouth tender, a rare find compared to the often-overcooked fish curries I’ve had elsewhere. The curry itself was fiery and packed with robust, aromatic spices—nothing like the toned-down versions you’d find in many Hong Kong Indian restaurants. 評分/ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🍴 印度烤雞/ Chicken Tikka (HKD 108) 雞肉多汁且香料醃製得恰到好處，味道濃郁，但對我來說稍微偏鹹。如果你喜歡重口味的肉類，這道菜還是值得一試的。 The chicken was juicy and well-marinated, with a bold hit of Indian spices. However, it leaned a bit too salty for my taste. Still, a solid choice if you enjoy rich, flavorful meats. 評分/ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ 🍴 瑪德拉斯羊肉咖哩 / Lamb Madras (HKD 128) 這道菜絕對是亮點。羊肉非常嫩，切得恰到好處，燉煮在香濃的咖哩中，雖然菜單上沒有辣椒標示，但還是帶有一絲微辣。而且分量十足，羊肉給得相當大方！ This dish was a winner. The lamb was incredibly tender, perfectly cut, and simmered in a fragrant, slightly spicy curry. Despite the lack of a chili symbol on the menu, it had a pleasant kick. Plus, the portion was generous—plenty of lamb to go around! 評分/ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🍴 羊肉咖哩角/ Lamb Samosas (HKD 78) 外皮酥脆，內餡塞滿了香濃的羊肉，每一口都是滿滿的滿足感。咬下去先是脆皮的口感，接著是濃郁的羊肉香氣，讓人愛不釋手。 Crispy, golden, and stuffed to the brim with flavorful lamb filling, these samosas were a delight. Every bite was a satisfying crunch followed by a burst of savory goodness. 評分/ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 總體評價/ Overall Thoughts: • 性價比： 分量十足，價格合理，食物的質量和分量都對得起價錢。 • 風味： 如果你已經厭倦了淡而無味的印度菜，這裡的濃郁風味絕對能讓你耳目一新。 • 環境： 可惜的是，用餐環境與食物的質量不成正比。清潔度和通風問題讓人有些卻步。 • Value for Money: The portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. • Flavor Profile: If you’re tired of watered-down Indian food, this place delivers bold, authentic flavors that truly stand out. • Ambiance: Sadly, the dining environment doesn’t match the quality of the food. The lack of cleanliness and poor ventilation can be off-putting. 總結來說，這家餐廳是香港少數能提供地道印度風味的地方，但環境確實有待改善。如果你能忽略這些小缺點，這裡的食物絕對值得一試——或者你可以選擇外帶或外送，避開環境問題！😅 In summary, this restaurant is a haven for those seeking genuine Indian flavors in Hong Kong, but it’s best suited for takeout or delivery unless you can overlook the less-than-ideal dining conditions. For the food alone, it’s worth a visit—just maybe hold your nose while...

Broken glass on the plate.

I think the topic explains clearly why i'm giving a 1 star review. I really really want to give higher stars, the naan could possibly be one of the best ones i have ever had. But broken glass? That's another level. I told the waitress about the situation and they simply took away the plate and gave me a new one. Frankly disappointed by how they dealt with situations like this, they don't seemed to be bothered at all. I ate like 1/5 of the meal and i just couldn't take the risk of having another shard in my food, I told them i'm leaving and now out of a sudden they pretended to care. Asking me if i want a replacement for the food, started looking at possible source of the glass like the ceiling and the fridge, finally started apologising to me seriously. Meh, not the best way to serve...

It’s difficult to get a decent curry in Hong Kong, but this place comes closer than most to providing the genuine curry restaurant experience and menu. We had aloo gobi (dry, no sauce, but a bit oily) and lamb kebabs (wet, but good quality meat and salad) with keema paratha and rice. The rice was Chinese style not Indian style, good though. Also had a masala poppadum which was delicious but a bit oily. Overall, actually quite good and much preferable to eg Chungking Mansions. Price was about £30 for that lot (including two cokes), so not super cheap but represented quite good value in Hong Kong. Downstairs section of the restaurant is basically a corridor - about six feet wide, but space is at a premium everywhere here. Friendly and efficient Indian staff. ...