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Branches of this smart, clever chain are popping up faster than mustard seeds in a hot pan of ghee. Each outlet is decorated with a different theme - on Parkway it's advertising posters of the 1930s and '40s; at Covent Garden Rajasthani puppets hang from the ceiling; in Soho, Islington and Earl's Court the walls feature striking work by tribal artists.
The mood is both vibrant and relaxed - as cheering to singletons having a thali for supper, as it is to family groups and couples. Conceived by the Panjabi sisters of Chutney Mary and Amaya fame, Masala Zone is not expensive, yet even so there's a high rotation of attractive discount offers.
The menu takes in street-food snacks (springy, grease-free onion bhaji; dahi poori), wraps, grills, curried noodles, curry and rice plates. There are also two sizes of thali; well-trained, multicultural staff describe the daily veg, dahl and raita on your arrival, and you choose which of the curries you would like included - clove-scented lamb roghan gosht, say, or a tomatoey tilapia masala.
To drink, try the cola with mint and spices, or the bright, fruity Portuguese rosé created specially to match the fiery dishes.
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What is 'following'?020 7267 4422
Lunch served 12.30-3pm, dinner served 5.30-11pm Mon-Fri. Meals served 12.30-11pm Sat; 12.30-10.30pm Sun
Main courses £6.85-£12.95. Thalis £8.35-£9.20
Credit cards MC, V
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Babies and children welcome ( children's menu; high chairs ), Bookings not accepted ( for fewer than 10 people ), Separate room for parties ( seats 30 ), Takeaway serviceMasala Zone map
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See all bars & pubs near Masala ZoneComments & ratings 3/5 (Average of 4 ratings)
Ate at this place two days ago...one word...YUK! It was revolting!!!! Tired old weird samoosa;s followed by salty korma with chicken in madras flavoured tomato soup....it was a new level of nasty...if you truly love and appreciate authentic indian food...then you will HATE this place...trust me x
Highly Recommended. Genuine Delicious Food. Love the street food.
Friendly staff; Good atmosphere.
Debby
Delightful place. Smashing authentic food. Not greasy. great street food. love the grand thali. Friendly zippy staff. Cool posters. Good value
I love dining at Masala Zone - it's just down my street and offers a greater variety and healthier version of indian food than the local curry house/takeaway. The mango lassi is delicious and the service is excellent. The staff are so friendly and know exactly what is in each dish and can provide comprehensive recommendations. A must for those who don't like dirty greasy Indian restaurants - this place is a breath of fresh air in terms of hygiene , healthiness and quality. One of the best things about this place is you never come out feeling like you've eaten your own body weight in curry - the thaili's are carefully designed to give you a taste of everything, enough to leave you satisfied but not stuffed. If you're a fat boy (or girl) just order more, this place will still taste better than the local curry houses!
Mmmm I would have to disagree with you both. I've been to all the Masala Zones and think the food is authentic and delicious. In fact I find the overall experience great; the staff are always helpful and buzzing and the decor is just amazing! :)
I have to agree with Laurie, I thought the food was very poor, and the poppadums absolutely vile! If you want real Indian food, don't go to a chain.
I'd have to disagree, I think Masala Zone offers a very poor standard of cuisine when I have eaten there in the past (abliet only once!)
Seems like a cheap poor imitation for people with no taste buds or enjoy poor food.
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