Not having visited for over a decade, I was excited to try Mela again. What can I say? It has instantly become my Indian restaurant of choice. Absolutely outstanding dining experience. Yes it is about the food, which was exquisite, but also the service and the "vibe". Vibe in a restaurant is something you can't quite put your finger on, you can't always explain why it is there, but it is. Like a noisy Italian restaurant has a "buzz", very similar. Mela has this in spades, which makes the place joyful.
Mustn't forget the food. I chose to start with some chicken tikka. It was moist and delicious, with great attention to detail - the side salad was dressed and interesting and I finished it all as it was so good! My main was the Mela "Special" Massala with chicken, rich, creamy, quite sweet, and served in a lovely copper bucket, and was absolutely amazing.
I will be back very soon.
Food was exceptional. Always happy to travel 30 miles to dine here. One of my favourite Indian restaurants. Presentation and service was excellent. Thanks Ashiq.
Amazing Indian. Up market food and a real pleasure. Staff were very attentive. Can't fault it
Liqueur coffee was awesome
Gotta visit Mela 👍
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