The Ganges — Restaurant in England

Turned up on spec to try this restaurant out. With being new to the area we didn't really know what to expect but had heard some good things about The Ganges.

The staff are really friendly, welcoming and accommodating and they had no issue in finding us a table really quickly. There's a really good choice of food on the menu and they serve a reasonably good selection of drinks too - including a large range of gins, lagers and an IPA.

When attentive service borders on the edge of intrusive, that's where I have a problem. If we were asked once whether we were ready to order, we were asked (no exaggeration) about 6 times within the space of 8-10 minutes by different members of staff - despite requesting more time to look at the menu - this is the main reason behind the 3 star rating, it's one of my absolute pet hates, and almost walked out due to the perceived pressure to order.

Food was good quality, naan bread was one of the nicest I've had in a long time (beaten only by The Patley in Newport Pagnell), and everything was served piping hot.

Paying the bill was a different matter - the staff were nowhere to be seen.... And had to ask twice whether we could pay it.

Overall - food 4 stars,...

Fantastic Indian styled restaurant, hidden away down a side street from the A5 in Towcester.

Food was tasty, hot, fresh, and cooked to perfection. I usually find it hard to find that combination all in one place. The Ganges have nailed it here with regard to food!

The staff, and their service was all top notch. Could not fault anyone in there. They were all friendly, and very welcoming. One guy even ran out in to the car park to remind us that we had left something!

Location is fair. It does feel a little hidden away being down a side street. When entering the premises you get the vibe of it being an old pub. The toilets for example confirm this point. Whilst it appears clean, this place is deserving of a refurbishment. Parking may be difficult during peak times. If you’re local, you may find it better to walk.

I would certainly come back. This has to be one of the best Indian style meals that I have had out in a long time....

Consistently fantastic. Food turned up piping hot and nice and quickly. The driver had wonderful customer service. Our food was delicious - the butter chicken was rich and indulgent, the madras was flavourful and full of texture, and the chilli masala was silky but punchy. Our naans and roti were nice, fluffy and fresh - with the garlic naan being fresh and giving a nice garlic bite, and the keema being perfectly spiced and not overly oily, like it can be in other restaurants. Rice was cooked to perfection and the flavours of the garlic and mushroom complemented and diffused excellently throughout. I can’t think of anything that I would have changed. A...