Chachi's Kitchen — Restaurant in Legazpi

Not as authentic as I had hoped. I asked for Spicy, and it didn't make me sweat. Ordered the Butter Chicken, Beef Masala, Naan and Mango Lassi. The curry was flavorful but not hot and spicy. I am from Canada, used to having East Indian cooked and served by East Indians. The Naan was okay but it was fried not baked. And the Lassi had too much yogourt with no nuts or toppings, my Pinoy friend I brought (his first time eating Indian) didn't like the Lassi, so I had to finish it. Kinda pricey, and we ordered too much food for 2 people, each dish can feed 3 hungry persons. After drinking my friend's Lassi, I couldn't move for a few hours.

REPLY: I was thinking about changing my rating to a 3, but after receiving your reply, I have decided to change it to a 2. Google's description is their description, everyone that posts reviews is considered a "Local Guide".

If you noticed, my last name is Muslim. I am half Filipino-half Pakistani. My Dad was born in Northern India and crossover into Pakistan (Punjab) after the holy-war/separation. I am from Canada, in fact, I spent the first two years of the Pandemic in Port Coquitlam, right across the Port Mann Bridge from Surrey BC.

You will see that I have posted pictures from "Taste of Punjab" in Surrey with my pictures receiving 10-16K views. In other words, I know what I am talking about when it comes to Indian food.

1. The Naan was cooked on a frying pan, right in front of me, so don't tell me that it was cook in a Tandoori-oven, I was explaining that to my Pinoy friend when I was in the restaurant.

2. And Lassi is often prepared with nuts or toppings. Just because your "Sweet Lassi" has toppings, doesn't mean that I was incorrect in selecting Mango "Lassi".

3. After we finished eating, I mentioned to the Pinoy waitress that I requested, "Spicy!" She replied, that's as spicy as it gets, they don't have "Super Spicy". I agree with you, I prefer my curry (and other foods) not too spicy, so I can taste the flavour of the food. But when it comes to "Authentic" Indian Curry, I expect to have at least one drop of sweat on the first bite. At least, when I have eaten in Canada. Especially how hot it is here, I was surprised that it was so bland.

4. Before you get all defensive over your food critically reviewed, perhaps check the facts with your staff to make sure you are correct in your comments to the customer. Because frankly, I am offended that you tell me the Naan was cooked in an oven, when in fact it was prepared on the stove right inside the dining area.

Don't count your lucky stars that I will be coming back a second-time or visit your location in...

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