Le Raj Restaurant — Restaurant in Reigate and Banstead

More of a formal Indian restaurant with nice old world charm, very friendly attentive staff, clean and pleasant. My partner enjoyed her cocktail in particular which was quite well done certainly for a restaurant setting. Nice crispy fresh poppadoms and good quality chutneys, raita and pickles. Skipped starters as decided to have multiple sides for main course. Partner vegetarian so she went for a vegetable based curry, medium which she enjoyed, along with an aloo kobi(cauliflower and potatoes) a spiced pumpkin dish(Lau Bhajee) and an okra dish (Bhindi Bhajee), for myself I went with a Beef Vindaloo which used a Naga chilli. The beef was slow cooked although not quite so tender as I had expected and the heat level was far more towards a medium but enjoyable and well balanced. The coconut rice was a bit wet, water still at the bottom of the bowls served in and tasted fine but packed any punch of coconut. The naans were nice, slight crisp outer with fluffy inside, drizzled with ghee, I went with the coconut version which again tasty although drizzled with honey and made for a very sticky affair b with no finger bowl provided (when asked though the team went above and beyond to provide a large bowl with small lemon pieces and warm water, however am surprised this wasn't a standard affair as am sure others must hit the same issue). After dinner they do provide a nice warm mini towel which was a nice touch.

Prices towards the higher side(but not extortionate) which was expected, the quality and service justified. Nice theatrical presentation of an after dinner chocolate and Turkish delight a bowl surrounded with a little dry ice which the server pours hot water over to give a lovely smokey visual spectacle

Portions were of a decent size, a reasonable and sensible size. We did end up taking a little of my partners curry and a small amount of sides home and were full. Unfortunately resulting in us not trying any dessert which there was a reasonable selection for an Indian restaurant and a good selection of after dinner alcoholic drinks, coffees and teas. One dessert option that particularly intrigued was 'a can't decide' option whereby for a price that was lower than the other options the team would choose for you, no doubt a selection that they had higher amounts of or short shelf life left but a clever god value option that for sure we'll try next time.

Adorned to the walls at the entrance are various photos of celebrities that have enjoyed the restaurant, a bit of fun to browse at the end of a lovely evening.

Discretionary service added to the bill at 10% which was reasonable so was happy to round the bill up to closer to 15% after an enjoyable service...

I recently visited LE RAJ after watching the BBC programme on immigration. Have to say the programme was impressive and my wife and I had to visit after capturing a glimpse on TV it did look intriguing. Greeted by friendly staff that although didnt speak much english did certainly impress at our every need. The restaurant itself is beautiful very colonial decor, grand and elegant. My wife and I do love Indian food but we love to try different things everywhere we go and as this was our first time visiting. We really wanted to explore what they had to offer and whether we would come back for more! We ordered a chicken starter and the malai fish. It was divine, whilst it was Indian you could see the infusion of creamy cheesy sauce with the fish which made it very unique as we hadnt tried this before, definitely a favourite for my wife's. The chicken was ok, slightly bland but worked well.

For mains we had a chicken tikka biryani, a tikka masala as ive heard so much about this dish and its innovation and also ordered king prawns and side of dhaal lentils and pumpkins we also had plain saffron rice which smelt amazing and beautiful soft naan that just melted in my mouth!

Didnt go for dessert but did wash it all down with a few beers and the wife enjoyed a refreshing red wine recommended by the waiter.

Overall the dishes were wonderful each to their own, great atmosphere although it was quiet it was a nice place to unwind and as for the price, fairly expensive but it is of the fine dine calibre so it was to be expected! All in all would certainly recommend if you up for trying something different and of a grand experience. Hope to visit for...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Le Raj, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, the warm and inviting ambiance made us feel right at home. The décor is a perfect blend of traditional Indian elegance with a modern twist, creating a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere.

The menu at Le Raj is a true celebration of Indian cuisine. Each dish is a masterpiece, bursting with authentic flavors and carefully crafted with the finest ingredients. We started with the Paneer Tikka, which was incredibly tender and marinated to perfection. The spices were balanced beautifully, providing a delightful kick without overpowering the palate.

For the main course, we tried the Butter Chicken and Lamb Rogan Josh. Both dishes were exceptional, with the meats cooked to perfection, melting in the mouth. The Butter Chicken was creamy and rich, with just the right amount of sweetness, while the Lamb Rogan Josh was robust and aromatic, a true testament to the chef's skill.

The service at Le Raj is impeccable. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve. They were more than happy to make recommendations and ensure that our dining experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Jeffrey was definitely helpful in making sure the service and food quality is at the highest.

Le Raj is not just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey through India. Whether you're a fan of Indian cuisine or new to it, Le Raj will leave you with a lasting impression. It's a place where tradition meets innovation, and every meal is a celebration of flavors. Highly...