Taste of Village Pakistani Restaurant — Restaurant in London

Visited this local Pakistani restaurant on a Saturday evening and had an overall great experience.

Parking & Location: There’s plenty of parking available around the restaurant, although it can get a bit congested, so finding a spot may take a few minutes. The restaurant also has a nice outdoor dining area that’s accessed from inside, which provides a good separation from the main road.

Ambiance & Seating: We were seated in a comfortable booth with ample table space. The overall ambiance is casual and inviting — no need to dress up here, which is perfect for a relaxed meal. Despite being the weekend, the restaurant wasn't overly busy, which was a pleasant surprise.

Food: We ordered the mix grill, which included chops, lamb and chicken tikka, lamb seekh kebabs, and chicken wings. It was well-seasoned, cooked perfectly, and served sizzling on a bed of onions — definitely a highlight. The chicken jalfrezi came with chunky boneless chicken and lots of mixed peppers, giving it a sweet flavor. While it was still tasty, it lacked the egg that’s traditionally a key component of jalfrezi, which would’ve elevated the dish. The butter naans were soft, fluffy, and fresh — exactly as they should be. From their small street food stall outside, we tried the vegetable samosas (since the aloo tikki was unavailable), and they were so good we ordered more. The salad was basic (just lettuce and onion) but fresh. Both the chilli sauce and mint chutney were flavorful and complemented the dishes well. We had some fizzy drinks and finished off with falooda, which was enjoyable, though it could be improved — the sev was a bit mushy and the dessert needed to be colder.

Service: The service was prompt and the staff were friendly and attentive. Food arrived quickly, which was a big plus.

Verdict: With a few small tweaks, this place has the potential to be a 5-star spot. That said, I’d definitely return — the prices are reasonable, the food is tasty, and the service is solid. Highly recommend if you’re after a casual and satisfying meal without...

Poor customer service never visit this place again, 😭 I'm usually all smiles and compliments, but honey, my experience at TASTE OF VILLAGE PAKISTANI RESTAURANT left a sour taste in my mouth that no amount of sugar could sweeten. I called THIS MORNING, around 10:44 am, to inquire about a bag I feared I had left behind yesterday around 11:30 pm in the night. The voice on the other end, presumably too busy to actually take a peek, assured me within a heartbeat that my bag was not there. Imagine that! X-ray vision, perhaps? 🙄 When I asked for more help, I was told to call back when the night staff arrived... at 2 pm the following afternoon. Is it just me, or does 'night staff' clocking in after lunch sound a bit off? 😂 I requested a name, for that personal touch you know, but alas, anonymity was the name of the game. And when I sought the sage wisdom of a manager, I was told the magical creature was nowhere to be found. Poof! Vanished! How enchanting! ✨ So, to wrap it up, if you're looking for a place where customer service is as absent as my lost bag,TASTE OF VILLAGE PAKISTANI RESTAURANT is your go-to spot. Just don't expect any lost items or accountability to be on their menu. 😘👎

Never visit...

This place has great food and it is my to go place for a quick bite, but today I had a horrific experience where I witnessed abuse on a staff member to which I had to intervene as someone has to stand up for such pathetic behaviour. The misuse of the authority and power was very obvious. Abuse of workers in any form is entirely unacceptable and should be unequivocally condemned. All workers deserve to be treated with respect, dignity, and fairness. Abusive behavior, whether verbal, physical, emotional, or through unfair labor practices, not only harms the individuals involved but also undermines the integrity and productivity of the workplace. It is crucial for employers, colleagues, and society at large to stand against such abuse, to support those affected, and to promote a culture of respect and equity in all work environments.

Sadly this limits my temptations to go in the future as this experience will have its bad effects for a while.

I sincerely condemn such act and this should be taken seriously by the authorities for the safety of their staff...