Cheap and Nasty Indian Food - Brutally Honest Review

Cheap and nasty Indian food - my brutally honest review. I know this is someone's business - but if I'm being brutally honest, they shouldn't have a business. Cheap food but how is it ok if you cant eat it. Worst Indian food I have had. That is my honest review. #brutallyhonest #cheapandnasty
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[@shellybrooke8676]

Agree a million percent....good manners and polite customer service....unfortunately seems to be a thing of the past. Such as shame.

[@pkyid]

Culture change throughout the UK is clear to see to anyone.

[@shsh-he5qg]

The guy offered him salad and tissues , mate he’s in a market, getting a curry and rice for £4.50 and moaning ! You couldn’t even get a meal in a nasty chicken shop for that much, talking about he wants some top end service ! He should stick to his English pie and mash shops ! You can see his bias from his reviews he does of what he is about !

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

Nagy has

[@dizzydaydream9647]

In my opinion, it’s foreign contempt for British white people! The way I was treated at the Bullring in Birmingham by black people and also Muslims was absolutely disgusting. However, on a positive note we went to a Vietnamese restaurant for lunch and they were the most courteous, well mannered people and served us the most delicious food. I still talk about it now and it was almost a year ago. next time somebody treats you like that Darren, I would tell them that they are rude because maybe they are not even aware of what they’re doing!

[@boscopit]

Maybe it's you.

[@leehenry5764]

Many immigrants don't have manners

[@gooders4648]

Gross food and rude customer service,what isn’t there to like!! Strange,it’s almost like they don’t want to be there,and it’s cash only because they don’t pay taxes most probably

[@RFC87]

One thing I'll say is cash is king. I won't eat anywhere that doesn't take cash. If they take away cash, this country will be like China.

[@donfranktv]

That onion bhaji was the most ridiculous thing i have ever seen DJ, should have frisbee'd it back in the shop

[@LyleFrancisDelp]

If an establishment is going to be discourteous, then they don't really want my money, and they don't deserve it. Plenty of good places to eat out there.

[@marmaduke9]

One word. Demographics!

[@ChrisBiggs51]

When i go to my local petrol station, one of the Indian guys in there is often on his phone (which is on loudspeaker) chatting away & does not even acknowledge me verbally or even make eye contact while i pay by card ! Good Customer service is fast becoming a thing of the past.

[@royfontaine5526]

Oh I wonder why...

[@vc4154]

@chrisbiggs51- Maybe you should tell him how rude it is,I always call it out, not rudely, but how are they to know if never told.

[@jglasernyc]

DJ, I agree that people don't give a damn anymore. Rudeness seems to be accepted these days. That food looked awful, nowhere near the charts!

[@leehenry5764]

London is one of rudest Cities in the world I wounder why?

[@vc4154]

We all need to stop accepting rudeness,

[@CockneyInCumbria]

You got that spot on I brought my three kids up on my own like I was brought up to be respectful and courteous but unfortunately different generation now

[@Pepper6972]

Chrisp Street market use to be brilliant back in the day. Not a nice place now. Food is hit and miss. That curry place you reviewed I ate there. Ended up with a touch of food poisoning.

[@stephenastley-nadin4730]

You are absolutely right. What is wrong with people nowadays? Enjoying your videos. Thank you !

[@pauljennings8432]

What I don't like is if you're in a shop and you get 2 cashiers talking to each other and act like you're not there. Hopefully you will have a nice curry and good service soon.

[@andrewgalt3964]

Agree 100% about customer service levels like you I’m Old School costs nothing to be polite and courteous ❤

[@finnmcginn9931]

It certainly costs something to be impolite and discourteous. We had a wonderful lady come into our family's nursery last weekend and spend a little over 5000 dollars (Canadian) on shrubs and perennials. She told us how she walked out of the garden centre of a big box store earlier that day after being treated poorly by their staff. I should send their employees a thank you card.

[@jaynehopcraft2890]

Darren you are 100% right !! You only get 1 chance to make the 1st impression for sure !! 😊

[@AliSkarsgard]

This is why I value your reviews. Honesty.

[@brianallan1036]

The worst thing for me DJ is holding a door open for someone and they march through without a thank you.

[@tobybaker5187]

Happened to me today at least 12 times. No exaggeration.

[@Ultra1997DM.]

Agree, There are plenty of good people still, but there is a certain self cantered cohort and we are irrelevant to them unless they can use you in some way . A lot of it is narcissism

[@muckle8]

Held a door open for a bloke who was carrying a cardboard box , never got any thankyou or even a cheers , next thing he knew was his box was suddenly on the ground and his throat was in contact with my hand - hard school .

[@jasonantigua6825]

@@muckle8lovely stuff

[@brianmctague5723]

Hello brianallan, absolutely agree, I held a door open for a person (a Lady) where I used to work and I got 'I can open a door myself you know' so I just smiled and said, it's the way I was brought up, and I don't apologise for it, have a good day 😊! Y'know, you just can't win sometimes 🙄 !

[@747jono]

Thought bahji was double chocolate cookie😂😂😂😂

[@DJsFoodTravels]

😂😂😂

[@glenfordburrell1076]

The barjee and the naan were both leftovers from the night before. When it comes to a Indian, never be the first customer in queue!

[@londonman8688]

well done for being more critical, bad places need to be called out

[@r12004rewy]

That naan looked just like the ones you buy in supermarkets and as for the bhaji biscuit that looked truly horrific. Think you are right Darren service and politeness is definitely changing for the worse unfortunately it's society all-over now what a pity.

[@mayhem492]

I think I understand what you’re commenting on.

[@Sham69-g5c]

I dread to think what the conditions are like out the back🤮

[@ThePensta81]

Wow... that onion bhaji looked more like a hockey puck. I can't believe they served that up. Such a shame it wasn't as good as the last tine you were there but I absolutely love and appreciate your honesty. You call it like you see it. I couldn't agree more in regards to the lack of service and manners that sadly seems to be creeping in everywhere. I mean I remember we had a few issues when I was over there. Like you I was always taught to have manners...please and thank you etc. I'm old school too. The fact places of business treat paying customers like that though blows my mind. Thanks for posting this though. As I've said before it's always brilliant knowing where to go but it's just as handy knowing where to avoid. Continue to kerp it real. Here's hoping the next place is better for your sake though. 🤞🏼😁💙

[@DJsFoodTravels]

Indeed Penny

[@johngibson3837]

I think that bhaji was an ornamental display one like the wax apple in shops

[@ThePensta81]

@@johngibson3837 😂😂😂 it definitely looked like it. That bhaji was terrible!!

[@margkropf5541]

It’s the technology. You don’t have to be polite with technology.Yup, you and I are dinosaurs.

[@streetvida2707]

You’re bang on Darren. I feel the same way about these things. I think to myself well these people are customers themselves everyday some place or other. Are they okay being treated like this when they’re a customer?

[@DavidClarke-xf1rd]

Absolutely especially when Boot's on other Foot for real Homie 🤔👌💯

[@chasbrown7303]

Usual suspects, no courtesy no respect...avoid these places and learn

[@alfnsue]

Common courtesy costs nothing, that onion thing wow, £9 as well, thanks for educating us DJ 👍👍

[@Finggy]

DJ I'm an Uber driver and I always say thank you to the passengers just before they leave the cab, on the flip I often get passengers who jump in and don't say anything and leave also not saying anything slamming my door, btw great honest review 👍🏽

[@christinebeames712]

If they take your money and knowingly give crap food you need to refuse to pay ,I bet the kitchens were disgusting ,

[@leeirvine1784]

You are not having much luck recently! I remember the first review you did and it was very good then. Keep up the great content.

[@TipTom-l1p]

Gutted that Curry Huts gone to the dogs, it was on my go to list after watching the first video. I’ll still check out Chrisp Street Market though if Maureen’s Pie and Mash is still decent. It’s a good idea to revisit some of the old places you’ve blogged to see if they’re still up to scratch. Thanks for the heads up. Great work as always.

[@Lenkilburn]

Hi Darren the bad manners in this country is shocking like most things today I , agree when you pay for a service you are the boss and should get responsible service for your money not the silent treatment or rudeness 😢you are not alone in your thoughts we are all fed up with this.

[@user-ig7qo4rn3l]

Hi Darren, recent new viewer. 1. Definitely not old school to expect manners. 2. Loving the reviews and the chilled attitude, keep it going. Adding the good spots to my list for next visit to London.

[@DJsFoodTravels]

Thank you, appreciate it

[@samgeorge191]

Totally agree - manners cost nothing 👍 so why have bad ones 🤔

[@stephenshipley2631]

I watch all your videos DJ and love them, keep them coming 😊

[@staypress]

Use black cabs Darren. Gr8 vids as always

[@peterpiper7094]

That concrete starter with a side of plaster would be returned forthwith 😂😂😂 good honest review ☺️☺️👍🏼

[@markwinter8315]

Priceless 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-zi4vi1mm4p]

Keep these honest reviews up mate we need see you out in restaurants again

[@jaywelsh570]

Manners cost nothing, i'm afraid the UK is going down the pan

[@nick6895]

Totally agree DJ service & politeness especially in the big cities is going down the tube’s gets right on my wick!

[@evernautical]

Looks terrible. Always a massive red flag when you see frozen peas and sweetcorn in a curry.

[@ellistolchard4400]

The Joy's of multi culturalism and diversity. 🙏

[@taxi54938vito]

Uber cabs please use a black cab most of us are polite and would be happy for your custom,English values

[@johntvrdy4533]

My dad ran a taxi firm and garage in Wallington. Always expected his drivers to be courteous without question. Another thing was he told the drivers never take any tips from nurses. Shame about the meal and service.

[@karlbalshaw9127]

I HATE IGNORANCE, a smile costs 0, dont lick my feet, but say thanks even in your local language.

[@stewedfishproductions9554]

I have been to India a few times. The first time, I was SHOCKED by the lack of politeness! Then it was all explained to me. Indians, often DON'T say "please' 'thank you' or EVEN respond because in their culture it is NOT the normal thing to do. After a while, I realised that it was not disrespect, but just normal. So don't judge them too hastily.😊

[@adamkane7513]

Over 90% of "Indian" restaurants in the UK are Bangladeshi owned & staffed.

[@johnwarne8941]

As in Rome 👌👌

[@tripled8807]

London was a lot more polite before Tony Blair

[@robgraham1204]

That man is a proper c U next Tuesday every time I see him on the telly I go Into a rage . My kids got to grow up in this country look at the state of it all goes back to him

[@tripled8807]

@@robgraham1204 Reform July 4th

[@roblewis2595]

​@@tripled8807well that went well for you 😅😅😅😅😅😂😂

[@Dogfacedbloke]

@@roblewis2595 It did. A four year old party gets 15% of the vote. Thanks for your support.

[@leehenry5764]

​@@robgraham1204Tories have brought in far more than labour did

[@BlowinFree]

I’d never knowingly eat halal food

[@suzanneandrews2942]

I am with you on politeness, even if he dosen't speak English, a smile is internationally recognised. 😊 xx

[@peteracton1515]

Unbelievable bad manners, they don’t deserve success, hospitality is all, and good manners cost nothing. You took the hit so we don’t have to. Hope you have a better time next review Darren. All best.

[@keithwatkins7908]

Thank you for the excellent review. You seem to be on a bad run of poor meals DJ!

[@Thefatfoodiemcr]

Stay strong buddy there is still decent well mannered people out there there just harder to find .

[@RareSoulKTF]

The Nan is more then likely a frozen nan which after warming up you only have so much time to eat it before it goes hard and nowadays if you are white it would be best to cook your own curries at home.

[@johndouglas479]

Hi mate. I’m probably about in the same age bracket as you, DJ, and I’m always polite to anyone and everyone. I remember when I was a kid growing up in the 60’s and a shopkeeper telling my mum how they loved me because I was so polite; always a please and/or thank you. Costs sod all. Keep up the good work! Cheers.

[@TimK2646]

Thanks Darren. the Chefs are perfect for Royal Caribbean Cruises as I had the same quality. Only blessing is the rice didn't have Lice coming out.

[@jimhusband8544]

Totally agree, many a time I have said hello to someone and no response, same as you said, holding a door open for someone with no response. I challenge these people now at the time to ask why did you not respond to me?

[@brianhall9893]

Another good review Darren. You hit the nail on the head. Good manors cost nothing mate. Places like that I vote with my feet, I'll give my hard earned cash to someone who appreciates it

[@iancrawley4009]

Beggars belief that someone would even consider serving that shoe leather Bhaji. You are quite right that manners are fast disappearing in this day and age

[@42Barley]

Whenever we get on a bus, even, we acknowledge the driver when getting on and always say thank you when getting off the bus. Oh, and, thank you DJ!

[@DJsFoodTravels]

Love that!

[@ria1636]

So do I, but half of them totally ignore you even whilst paying. Still I think the rude drivers make you appreciate the polite drivers and I use that maxim everywhere. :)

[@johnhampson7]

Hard lines on this one my friend. Problem is most of these places don't worry about repeat business or customer loyalty, there'll be another mug along in a minute.

[@weaverfamilyadventures]

Sometimes even if the food is grand and the service is awful, very unlikely to return

[@liverpoolk648]

Hi Darren...Liverpool Kev here....I love your videos...So disappointed when you suffer poor service and /or poor food...I am old school like you Darren...I drove to London from Liverpool to London with a Ford Cortina and a sleeping bag in August 1980...Got a commission only job in Th City next day selling investments....Carter Lane EC4...and stayed for 20 years haha...I miss London terribly as I am not well enough to travel easily these days...I am back on Merseyside 20 years now....For a while I spoke on Cruise ships on 'Customer Service' amongst other things...after volunteering as a passenger to do stand up comedy on P&O Oceania after cancer haha and getting gigs on ships after that for a few years.....You are a good bloke and manners matter like it did for my Mum and Dad...Take care and enjoy seeing London again through your eyes...Liverpool Kev

[@markmak7548]

Trading standards and the tax office need a phone call. Not to mention Boarder force .

[@russell.s4771]

I have a row of various takeaways very close to where I live and I can honestly say that it is very rare to see a cat for more than two days! Had an ‘Indian’ takeaway where I used to live which had a reputation for being generous with the meat, got visited by food safety and found half an Alsatian, several cats, rats, mice and pigeons in the freezer.

[@paulg0170]

Keep it honest. Great video.

[@LukeJassi]

Fair review!! Good content

[@JamesPearce-d4u]

I worked with Environmental Health to visit Indian takeaways etc….I don’t eat Indian ,kebab etc anymore…Good honest vid.

[@rdee742]

In my experience, if there are no good manners or hospitality, then the food is often just as bad.

[@EdCrane-xl6wm]

100% right Darren, you're not too old school, everyone should have good manners, I think exactly the same, it's especially bad in London, the one that gets me is when you wait to let someone out of a shop doorway and they just walk past saying nothing

[@JP-js4gx]

Just say "you are welcome", preferably in a booming voice!

[@davidoliver1169]

Absolutely agree with you. Politeness to others should be second nature. Why do these businesses employ such people. Nobody cares and its the dumbing down of society. A real pity, however I enjoy your videos..

[@howdan1985]

Oh my word Darren that "food" looked absolutely disgusting! Agree with other comments saying that it looked like they reheated it. Nasty. Hope your next outing is more fruitful😂

[@benaldridge2887]

Gday Daz, Ben from Aus. Got depressed tbh😂That was shite everything cobber! Just rank. Great vid from you as always.

[@gavinbiard3745]

Completely agree with you Darren. The world disappoints me these days……. Keep up the good work pal. Enjoy your videos as always mate 👍

[@gaylemcclelland7002]

As Colin Firth as Harry Hart in Kingsman says in the first movieHarry Hart: [Quoting William Horman] "Manners maketh man." Do you know what that means? Then let me teach you a lesson. DJ i love your honesty and expertise.

[@leebarrett9581]

Good rant daz couldn’t agree more , just goes to show if you don’t put love in the food your making for others it’s shows in the taste!!!

[@butterflydiva1]

I can't stand bad manners. Many of these venues forget 1 major thing.... The customer pays their wages. Sorry you had another bad experience, but thank you for the heads up. Much appreciated sweet xx 😊

[@DJsFoodTravels]

🙏🏼🙂👍🏼

[@butterflydiva1]

@@DJsFoodTravels I hope you have a lovely evening sweet xx🙏❤️

[@greghanks170]

Great review really enjoyed Thanks for that regards Greg

[@DameTremonti]

Take that Onion Bhaji and give it to a blacksmith - he can shoe a horse with it. Dreadful stuff.

[@alexandershepherd6961]

Good to see you Boyzee as always......These things happen, move onwards and upwards. It did look like crap street but it is what it is lol. Stay Strong!!!!

[@junemccann5981]

Oh dear Darren. That was a bit of a disaster. It’s probably new people who have opened it. And again as you say manners cost nothing. That was my most important with my two kids too that they were brought up with manners and it shows in them as adults. Enjoy the rest of your day! 🥰☀️🥰xxx

[@DJsFoodTravels]

It's nice to be nice June

[@MikePuplett]

The benefits of a diverse society !

[@steg1550]

Good honest review as always DJ

[@karengalley3669]

The very first time I saw a vlog from you was where you are in this one. However, the food was delicious and you thoroughly enjoyed it - shame about the person who was with you though. I lived 10 minutes walk from there for 29 years. It used to be a lovely market but as with most others they’re a thing of the past. I thought it was all getting knocked down to build a huge cinema but they (Council?) has run out of money. Manners cost nothing, something I’ve instilled in my son. Some people are just rude and for that alone I wouldn’t go back even if the food was lovely. Blimey I’ve “known” you for 2 years! 🎉

[@ClementGreen]

Onion bhajis are very variable - often they're raw in the middle. And it's such a shame, because it sets a bad tone for the meal.

[@LyleFrancisDelp]

For the naan, I think the term you're looking for is "doughy".

[@andrewmcintosh4144]

Your spot on mate. Courtesy costs nothing.

[@seanmcnally7333]

Darren agree running a business customer service should be 1st class sadly lacking with people who do not care.

[@nicktheegg]

Hi there, new to the channel 👍. On the subject of courtesy, I totally agree with you. I walk regularly most mornings, and will always say good morning to people I pass by, some ignore, some smile and say good morning back. Also, I regularly take the bus, there is a sign on the bus saying 'please be kind to your driver' so I always say good morning when I get on the bus, and always say thank you, have a good day when I get off. Again, some drivers respond, some drivers don't even acknowledge you. As you say, manners cost nothing, and saying good morning to people sometimes may just make their day. Anyway, as a first comment, I think this is long enough 😊. Great review by the way, shame about your Onion Biscuit 😮. All the best to you 👍

[@DJsFoodTravels]

Thank you for sharing and welcome aboard 🙏🏼👍🏼

[@jeanettedemosthenous2685]

Abysmal food and non existent customer service. As always, a totally honest review. x

[@eileennewport9713]

Sorry but just the look on yout face while trying to eat especially the onion bargie ,Gavemme a bloody good laugh,Happy Days 😂😂

[@paulgee2535]

I appreciate your very honest reviews DJ. That place was cheap but very nasty! I’ve never seen an onion bhaji like that. It looked like a cardboard cutout. Unbelievable.

[@FoodTravelwithJames]

Just seen this vlog now DJ. Sadly, please and thank you are dying phrases these days. You go somewhere and it's like they are doing you a favour😂 Completely agree with what you say mate. Cheers.

[@philipmckeon8944]

Omg. You’re getting a bad run Darren. You have every reason to be dissatisfied. Bad food and bad manners. Now there’s a recipe for a successful business!!! Love your content mate. 👍

[@spencerdodds2207]

The culture has changed mate. The old ways are being pushed aside. Ive lived in Southend on sea all my 53 years, my family originally from the east end and it’s all I get around here nowadays, no manners and especially from the new people.

[@JohnRead-kx9hb]

Sadly manners are the thing that's missing now days.

[@moleyfish54]

To be fair for the price that food didn't look too bad. I agree 100% about the manners thing, it something that really grinds my gears as well.

[@CiderGuy]

Not good at all, looked dreadful. Staff no manners either, they don’t deserve custom. Is Wingz Chinese still there Darren? That was always superb and great value too. Nice people running it, very polite I remember.

[@rareroses77]

I think wingz has changed hands. Used to be a great buffet.

[@billow9721]

You are so right fella

[@vincehassanwalia5539]

Hi DJ, another good video. the onion bhaji appeared to have spent too much time in the deep fat fryer. The nan bread was not a nan bread, flat bread bought in a local bakery and microwaved. This is not an Indian establishment since they serve beef curry. Having worked in the hospitality business for several years, I find their attitude is simply rude. It is another cash & curry, they won't last long. The ignorance of the other guy could be down to the lack of the English language.

[@MarkmanOTW]

I agree with you Darren. You're spot on - basic manners and respctful interaction is a minimum for customer service. Good that you're keeping the reviews honest and saying it straight, yet putting it politely in spite of your disappointing experience.

[@jimmcintosh9045]

I used to eat in an Indian in Glasgow with great food and ambience. It was changed into an almost cafeteria style with no Indian ambience and the onion bahji was nothing resembling my idea of one. Also being a single guy you never get decent service.