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Ghazal Melrose Arch
3 Crescent Dr, Birnam, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
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Ghazal Melrose Arch

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fe
Review №1

Awesome location. The curries are divine and the service is top-notch. We really enjoyed the afternoon dine-out

Sa
Review №2

Food was excellent, the service was great and quick.Restaurant was relatively empty, probably because of random (late) hour in the middle of the week.Naan was a bit on the sweet side which was a bit different and unexpected but nice.Great atmosphere and well located.

Ma
Review №3

Ghazal was simply wonderful! Authentic Indian cuisine bringing back good memories. The menu was massively varied, so I will have to go back and try some more 🙃 My visit was midweek and the entire area was rather quiet, but I would imagine that booking would be necessary closer to and over a weekend.

dh
Review №4

The food and service were both excellent. We ordered samosas, paneer tikka and onion bhajias as starters and they all were very nicely cooked and delicious. For the main course, we had Chhole Masala and Paneer Masala with garlic naan and it was made spicy as requested. The Naans were nice and soft and we loved the overall ambiance and service. Even Chef Siddhu was kind enough to pay a visit to make sure everything was okay.

Ro
Review №5

Throughly impressive food and service. Manager (Mickey) could not have been more attentive. The bill was ridiculously cheap for such a fine experience. Definitely return.

Un
Review №6

Ordered via Uber eats. A bit disappointed this time round

Th
Review №7

The butter chicken was extremely creamy and I enjoyed it. The place has a touch of elegance it was beautiful and aesthetically pleasing

Ni
Review №8

Fantastic experience.... Perfection from start to finish👌💕

Mi
Review №9

Amazing experience! We visited for my parents anniversary and were thoroughly grateful for delicious food, quick service and a peaceful setting. The variety of options on the menu is vast and provides a truly authentic Indian taste sensation that everyone can enjoy! Serving sizes are extremely generous: all curries are accompanied by rice, and a special mention must be made for the array of Naan breads. They are a certain winner with all members of the family! Overall, we were so satisfied with cuisine that bursts with flavor, colour and the finest ingredients. The desserts are superb too, both of an Eastern and Western origin.Must visit, most enjoyable and blessed meal :)

Gi
Review №10

It was a fabulous experience, great ambience, service was excellent and the food was delicious. Would def recommend the restaurant.

Na
Review №11

Very delicious curries.

Ri
Review №12

The food was okay... not fantastic.Service could have been more attentive. All told this was a disappointing night out.

Ra
Review №13

Authentic Indian food..Try the chicken Tikka

Ja
Review №14

Most amazing Indian Punjabi food. The manager is friendly and good recommendations by the chef. Have kadhai chicken and naan.

Ni
Review №15

Great service and yummy food, also in a quiet area in Melrose arch

Ri
Review №16

Very friendly staff and excellent food.

Ah
Review №17

Very delicious Indian food and fare price

ca
Review №18

Was my first time in Ghazal MelroseArch , food was just as i expected because Ghasal Bryanston is my favourite place ..the service was very good..food was divine and the waiter was pleasant and very courteous...we sat outside and was so pleased with everything and the way it was presented...so we will definitely recommend them to our friends and family....and i will go back soon...thank u Ghazal for the excellent food and service ⭐⭐⭐⭐

ia
Review №19

We love Indian food. This meal we had with the family really was outstanding. Flavours were wonderful, heat of the food was as expected and the meat portions were generous and tender. Service also very good. Best naan weve had in a while

Kh
Review №20

You will receive some Spectacular service here. Love the Wine venue. Very quiet and cozy.Perfect for friday night drinks after work.Bring some friends. They will love it.

Dh
Review №21

Service not bad nor is the presentation, but the vibe and food is a disappointment. Maybe thats why im their only lunchtime patron !!! The people know whats what!!!

Ma
Review №22

Beautiful restaurant. Average Indian food

Ro
Review №23

Really great experience with friendly service and delicious food. The chicken Tikka and prawn Masada were really tasty...I think the best we have had as was the garlic Naan. Well worth a visit for North Indian cuisine and the kids can run around outside which is a bonus.

Sa
Review №24

Indian restaurant, food quality is good suggested to reserve your table in advance

hl
Review №25

It feels like you are in Europe while you are in South Africa. Elegant!!!

V
Review №26

Great ambiance, awesome fireplace for the winter season with intimate settings. Staff are extremely friendly with great service. The food is homely with hearty portions with excellent taste. Great Indian food for the family.

Pr
Review №27

Was very nice

St
Review №28

It was my first time trying out Indian food. The service was excellent. I ordered Butter Chicken and butter bread. Food was Delicious. Dont go for hot if its your first time

AS
Review №29

Service is a bit slow but overall good is fine

Vi
Review №30

Great food clean and great vibe and decor

Ga
Review №31

We got takeaways from Melrose Arch today.Compliments to the manager TJ!Nothing was too big or small.His service is phenomenalThe food was excellent and of a high standard!He went the extra mile and over and beyond duty, to accommodate a birthday celebration.If you are looking for a good value high quality Indian meal, I most highly recommend Ghazal Melrose Arch.Gary

Ri
Review №32

Honestly, this must be the worst dinning experience I had in a very long time. Food was tasteless, bland. Will not recommend.

Sh
Review №33

Simply the best curry in JHB!

Eu
Review №34

Excellent food. Excellent value. Come hungry.

Do
Review №35

Lovely service and excellent food

Ni
Review №36

My meal (lamb vindaloo) was really tasteless. The others did not complain about theirs though.Ghazal at sunninghill was Much better. It unfortunately closed down.

MB
Review №37

My favorite. Its well designed and managed.

De
Review №38

Good food. Happy.

gi
Review №39

Good indian food

Sa
Review №40

Was very nice

Ma
Review №41

Exceptional mouth watering Indian cuisine

Pa
Review №42

Great restaurant, food is superb and the service is good. You never have to wait long for the food to be prepared and it is always good. Never over-spiced and always fresh. Thoroughly recommend to anyone.

Sw
Review №43

Excellent food and dining experience.They have an extensive menu for both vegetarians and non vegetarians .The ambience is perfect. You can also enjoy eating outside.

Sa
Review №44

Great food! Good service, even in times of covid.

Am
Review №45

Simply love the food and service

pr
Review №46

The best Indian restaurant in Johannesburg. Its a bit expensive but if you want to try something different or celebrate a special occasion just visit there.

Wi
Review №47

Beautifully set restaurant in Melrose, the booths look especially comfy to sit in with the big table for large groups and cushions on the seats. The food is delicious and pricing is reasonable. I will definitely be returning here again. Also the level of spice is true to your selection of mild, medium or hot.

Ro
Review №48

Best was the smoking area outside. Service is good but not great. Food was lacking in flavour and pricy at that. Suppose for the Arch its average. I wont be back.

Mi
Review №49

Excellent choice for Indian cuisine. We had a variety of dishes from Tika Masalaand Chicken Curry to Lamb Kabobs. All excellent tasting and the we had medium spice which was just right for us. The serving sizes were well portioned and we left feeling just right. The wait staff was friendly and the atmosphere was clean and inviting. Would eat here again!

Ga
Review №50

Just had takeaway curry and samoosas. Best takeaway curry for taste, but you pay for it. Its worth it if you can afford it. But Melrose Arch is a nightmare for the uninitiated because of parking. Rather eat in

Re
Review №51

I love it

Ne
Review №52

Our first time at the restaurant. Service was very poor. We had to ask our server about 5 times before we got paper napkins, and there werent any cloth napkins either. Food was ok. We were having a wonderful evening until we saw cockroaches. We were horrified as this is not acceptable. We would never eat there again or recommend this place to anyone. I couldnt imagine what the kitchen would look like. The health inspectors need to check out this place, as it is unsafe for people to eat there.

Mu
Review №53

Delicious food, tasty and out of this world. Now I have my favourite dining place nearby. Guess where Ill be spending my Fridays dinner time?

Ro
Review №54

A very good restaurant if you are looking for Indian food. Their spicing of dishes is excellent and so very tasty. Waitrons are attentive. Just some of the chairs and decor are a little shabby and could do with some TLC. Definitely worth a visit

Ha
Review №55

A variety of vegetarian as well as meat dishes.The manager TJ and waiters were very accomadating .Allround a very pleasant experience

Al
Review №56

Food is not all that great, I mean for what you pay..

Ro
Review №57

Outstanding menu, absolutely delicious food, great service.......but no generator during loadshedding so no coffee after a wonderful meal by candlelight

le
Review №58

I have to update my review from two years ago, when I said I always preferred Ghazal at Peter Place, and thought the Melrose Arch branch was too modern and sterile. Its settled down well now to create a nice ambience. And since the manager and head chef from Peter Place have moved here now, so has my allegiance!

Ro
Review №59

Nice atmosphere but food was less than average! A pity

Eb
Review №60

I had the Hot Masala Chicken Tikka at Ghazal and boy was it good! I would definitely go back for another. Service is great, they are willing to bring your food to you if you arent eating at the restaurant, if that isnt great service then I dont know what is. Food portions are worth its price tag and taste great. 5 Stars.

Ge
Review №61

Where to start. The food is excellent. The waiter, excellent. The atmosphere, excellent. Best Indian cuisine Ive had. A definite must visit.

Su
Review №62

The best garlic naan Ive ever tested. Nice atmosphere, humble staff, tasty food.

Ro
Review №63

If you are a fan of Indian food, then Ghazal will not disappoint. The food is very well spiced and well presented. Choices are large and portions are too. Moderately priced and good value for money.

Pr
Review №64

An excellent restaurant with an Indian them. Fantastic food and superb service. A must if u in the Melrose North area.

Je
Review №65

Might have just been our luck but they didnt have the ingredients to prepare Bombay Crush and most of the desserts werent available. Still a good alternative if you like the Raj but want a change of scenery.

Na
Review №66

Birthday supper at this place was a bad idea. In fact any meal at this resturant going forward would be a bad idea. No complimentary papadom starters that you usually receive at an Indian resturant, food takes long to prepare, mushy prawns (means in freezer for too long), no finger bowls to wash hands nor wet wipes and so very average food for an indian resturant resturant.... so disappointed ...

Yu
Review №67

Food quality is extremely poor!! Absolutely not advisable to eat at.

Fa
Review №68

Food was delicious as always and the service was good.

Mi
Review №69

Great service

Hu
Review №70

Normally the food is good but today I bought a take away where 60% of both my rotis were burnt. Very disappointed indeed!

Zi
Review №71

Food is pretty average at best.The booth seating setup is very cosy and relaxing.Service was a bit weak even tho we wer the only people in restaurant.

Ay
Review №72

Food was very good, the service was fantastic, good sized portions and value for money. Great ambience.

Le
Review №73

Absolutely love the food here. Ive tried different things on the menu and never been disappointed.

Sh
Review №74

Great food, service and staff were amazing.

Av
Review №75

Food is good but the service standards are slipping

Ka
Review №76

Average food with prices that were more than expected

Sa
Review №77

Great food and ambience. Desserts were not that great.

Mi
Review №78

If you like South African Indian food it’s nice. Not 100% authentic Indian though if you’re from New Delhi!

Sh
Review №79

The tandoori chicken has a bad smell, rubbery and isnt nice at all. Needs to improve. The naan is good.

Mi
Review №80

Really bad experience. Started off bad when a fruit fly walked off my menu. Cutlery is kept on the table without any table clothes and table tops are somewhat sticky. Some of the cutlery and starter plates had finger prints on them. Waiter had his thumb in the main meal plates leaving finger prints. Chicken meal for my daughter was returned and taken off the bill as there was no chicken pieces in the meal! I asked for hot and the chilies added to the meal were burnt.Will never go back.

Ra
Review №81

Good indian food in Joburg

Th
Review №82

Delicious food, I enjoyed the lamb sheesh kebab and naan - traditional Tandoori style. It is on the pricey side, but the portions are generous.

Pr
Review №83

An excellent authentic Indian Restaurant. Good food at reasonable prices in a beautiful setting

ni
Review №84

Excellent service and food. Made recommendations to head waiter regarding numbering of tables.taking of orders etc..orders were written on tiny writing paper.

Jo
Review №85

Fantastic tasty food. Many choices. Authentic tastes

Sh
Review №86

A nice north Indian restaurant. Good food and service.

Ty
Review №87

Great Indian food with a great variety of dishes. Well trained staff that are both friendly and attentive

Mi
Review №88

The food was really bad, rice seemed like it was old or not of good quality , the chicken was dry and not fresh, the paneer makhni was filled with food coloring / dye. My husband and I got sick from the food. For Melrose the quality of food is not on par with the other restaurants.Maybe the food is better when you sit in.Sadly disappointed , eastern food bizarre in Cpt is 100 times better for a fraction of the price . Had to throw the food away sadly. Definitely not restaurant quality.

Vi
Review №89

Food great, staff friendly, atmosphere awesome

ch
Review №90

Tasty foods.. nice place...

Se
Review №91

Food was great, the ambience was perfect. Especially for a romantic dinner. Definitely worth a visit.

Ca
Review №92

Great food , nice atmosphere, service is a little slow for large tables .

Al
Review №93

Excellent service. Amazing food. Highly recommend.

Vi
Review №94

Service goes beyond measure coupled with fantastic food. Really impressed!!!

Sl
Review №95

Excellent service - superb dining experience

As
Review №96

Nothing is better than you get mouth watering indian testy food. Highly recommend place for Indian cuisine!

Sw
Review №97

The naans were very soft..the taste is amazing..for both veg n nonveg ..

Sa
Review №98

I wouldnt recommend this place at all. The restaurant was extremely loud. The service was lacking - our waiter was literally running from table to table and had little time to answer any questions. The chicken tikka appetizer was very dry and flavorless. The lamb samoosa crust was hot but the lamb inside was cold.

Ne
Review №99

Good service, very well prepared food. Good interior decorations.

Gr
Review №100

Great food, friendly staff and timely service, will definitely be coming back!

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  • Address:3 Crescent Dr, Birnam, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
  • Phone:+27 11 684 1257
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Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–9PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–9PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–9PM
  • Thursday:10AM–9PM
  • Friday:10AM–9PM
  • Saturday:10AM–9PM
  • Sunday:10AM–9PM
Payments
  • Credit cards:Yes
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