Commate — Review by Eating With Tod

London, United Kingdom — Indian

This is a follow-up visit to an Indian restaurant that was previously struggling and planning to close. The owner expresses gratitude for the viral video's impact, which has significantly improved business. The reviewer orders thali, dam curry, butter chicken, and onion bhajis, all of which are praised, and presents the restaurant owners with a 5,000 pound check as support.

What was great: The thali, dam curry, butter chicken, and onion bhajis are all good. Business has improved significantly since the viral video.

What could improve: Nothing mentioned

The Dishes

The reviewer orders several signature items from the Indian menu. The thali is highlighted as a main order, accompanied by dam curry and butter chicken. Onion bhajis are also ordered and noted to be performing particularly well with customers. All dishes are confirmed to be good quality by the restaurant staff.

The Experience

This visit captures an emotional moment as the owner recognizes the reviewer from the previous viral video about the restaurant's struggles. The staff expresses genuine gratitude and emotion upon hearing about the positive impact the coverage has had on their business. The atmosphere is warm and appreciative, with the owner noting that business has been getting better in recent days.

Value & Pricing

Specific dish prices are not mentioned in the transcript, though the video does feature a sponsored segment about payment processing solutions.

Notable Moments

I'm only here because of you. I literally was looking at your video this morning and I've come to get the thali.
The most memorable moment is when the reviewer presents the restaurant owners with a 5,000 pound check, prompting emotional reactions from the staff. The owner states:
Every single day I don't know some blessing came to us basically and since a few days our business is getting better.

The Verdict

This restaurant is a heartwarming success story of a struggling Indian eatery that was on the brink of closure but has been revitalized by community support and media attention. The food quality remains solid, and the genuine gratitude from the owners makes this establishment worth supporting. Best for anyone looking to support a small family-run business while enjoying authentic Indian cuisine.