Alamgir — Restaurant in Birmingham

From the moment I stepped into Alamgir, I was struck by the beauty and cleanliness of the decor. The inviting ambiance and aesthetically pleasing design promised a delightful dining experience. However, I soon found that the enchanting atmosphere was not enough to redeem the overall experience.

The food, while certainly delicious, left something to be desired in terms of seasoning. The Nihari, a potential star of the menu, was well-prepared but underwhelmed with a lack of basic flavors—salt, pepper, and ginger were notably absent, rendering the dish somewhat forgettable. A single slice of lemon for an entire lamb shank felt sparse and did not quite convey the attention to detail that patrons might hope for.

While the large plates are visually impressive, they proved less practical in the cramped downstairs area. The small tables created a bustling environment, and the plates often swiveled awkwardly, making it a challenge to enjoy the meal comfortably. Additionally, the cold plates contributed to the food cooling down far too quickly, detracting from the overall enjoyment of each dish.

Sadly, the service was another area that fell short of expectations. Despite the staff being present, they seemed more focused on managing the payment desk than attending to diners. I raised my hand three times in an attempt to signal for assistance, only to be overlooked. A simple inquiry about our meal or a willingness to accommodate our needs could have made a significant difference. Instead, I was left feeling somewhat neglected, and the excessively loud music only added to the sense of frustration, making conversation nearly impossible.

In addition, it is disappointing to see a popular beverage like Coca-Cola on the menu, given its genocidal links. This aspect, combined with the service and seasoning issues, has left me hesitant to return to Alamgir.

While Alamgir has the potential to be a lovely dining destination, there are significant improvements that need to be made in terms of food preparation, service, and overall customer experience. With a few adjustments, it could truly shine, but as it stands, I'm afraid I won't...

Alamgir, situated on Ladypool Road in Birmingham, offers a visually appealing ambiance with modern decor, featuring interesting wall and ceiling features complemented by neon lighting. The cleanliness of the restroom, though acceptable, could be improved for a more favorable impression.

During our visit, the establishment experienced significant patronage, resulting in a bustling environment across its 2 floors. Fortunately, we secured seating promptly, but it was observed that larger groups faced extended wait times, ranging from 30 to 45 minutes.

The table presentation was commendable, with hot plates and neatly arranged cutlery. However, the culinary experience proved inconsistent. While my companion enjoyed a delightful 1kg chicken karahi, my own dish was marred by excessive saltiness and insufficient portion size, leaving me unsatisfied.

Service was efficient, with drinks promptly served and a commendable variety available. The highlight was the freshly baked, delectable bread. Unfortunately, the dessert experience was overshadowed by a significant lapse in hygiene. The discovery of a long hair in the rasmalai, coupled with the restaurant's handling of the situation—charging without apology, merely replacing the plate—left a disconcerting impression.

Despite the mixed dining experience, the steep price point, totaling £59.00 for two main courses, two drinks, and one dessert, was unexpected. Consequently, Alamgir earns a modest 3 out of 5 stars, with deductions for the hygiene lapse and portion size. While I won't revisit, I cautiously recommend it to those with a preference for Indian cuisine, urging caution against venturing beyond their...

I visited on a weekend. We were seated quite quickly as it was early evening. We were a family of four and a 3 year old.

We decided on getting a bunch of starters- lamb chops, chicken tikka, malai boti, sheesh kebabs and poppadoms and fries (we wanted this all together)

For mains we went for roti, naan, lamb karahi and biryani of the day which was chicken biryani.

We went for strawberry mocktail and blue lagoon mocktail.

With food and drink I cannot fault a single thing it was all very delicious. Just the chicken in the biryani I felt to be alittle dry.

In terms of service staff were super friendly and attentive given how busy it was. Just was disappointed to see only two glasses on the table for tap water- and had to ask for two more. Also we wanted fries with our starters but we had to ask and ended up having it with mains.

Also when we finished and I was taking final sips of my mocktail we were asked if would get up by what seemed the manager because they had feel waiting - which I totally understand but I feel a couple of minutes would be nice and also I would suggest showing other customers waiting the menu so they can decide before seating (will make it more time effective). I don't like to be rushed out of a restaurant, especially when you've spent a fair amount.

Saying that the price was very reasonable- £105 for us all.

Also I made a video of most of the food hence not many pictures

Also didn't feel very comfortable with the shared toilet space with men and women. Even though there was a men and women toilet separate (cubicles next to each other) the sinks were the same- this is for...