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    Essence of North India

    118 Reviews
    #4 of 76 Restaurants in North Ryde
    $$ - $$$Indian, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
    124 Wicks Rd, North Ryde, Ryde, New South Wales 2113, Australia
    +61 2 8065 5087
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    Overview
    4.5
    118 reviews
    • Excellent62%
    • Very good22%
    • Average7%
    • Poor4%
    • Terrible5%
    Travellers talk about
    “butter chicken” (14 reviews)
    “paneer” (5 reviews)
    “lamb rogan josh” (3 reviews)
    Open Now
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Hours
    CUISINES
    Indian, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
    RATINGS
    Service
    Food
    Value
    Atmosphere
    LOCATION
    124 Wicks Rd, North Ryde, Ryde, New South Wales 2113, Australia
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    1 - 10 of 118 reviews

    Reviewed 4 March 2018 via mobile
    Too slow service

    Although the food is decent. The waitress seemed to be in a world or her own. The food took so long to come out. It was too much of a wait. The waitress was nowhere to be seen when we wanted to ask for more...More

    1  Thank Vampyrekiss
    Reviewed 7 January 2018 via mobile
    Awesome food

    Great Indian restaurant offering authentic food in a pleasant ambiance. It was an awesome experience - food and service was of top quality. While all of the dishes ordered were good, I would like to make a special mention about Butter Chicken. It was rich...More

    Thank virender s
    Reviewed 1 January 2018 via mobile
    Just not very nice

    Ordered home delivery, food was late and didn't taste very nice. Greasy samosa and bland biryani with very dry lamb. Would not order again.

    1  Thank YummyHunter77
    Reviewed 25 November 2017 via mobile
    Tasty food, haphazard service

    I went here with a group of business associates for lunch. The food was tasty although quite fatty. The naans and roties were dripping with butter. Also, they seem to be quite stingy with the naans. You are lucky to get a couple of tiny...More

    Thank Wahroongan
    Reviewed 26 October 2017
    Average

    Dishes were ok but not much depth of flavour. Service fairly slow, especially as weeknight and not busy.

    Thank dpg006
    Reviewed 13 July 2017 via mobile
    A pleasant surprise

    Originally looking for a different Indian restaurant, we came and tasted and were conquered! Great food, delicious roti and naan. Service was with a smile. A pleasure and a nice surprise after not finding an Indian restaurant closer. Parking was great too. Many thanks for...More

    2  Thank Bombers93
    Reviewed 10 June 2017 via mobile
    Food Burnt - Photos

    I ordered 4 Naan bread through UberEats tonight. Long story short I didn't order any burnt Naan. ALL I CAN TASTE IS BITTER BURNT PIECES. How did you people think that it's okay to sell this carcinogenic piece of junk is beyond me. I've tried...More

    4  Thank Caelum J C
    Reviewed 6 June 2017 via mobile
    All the way from interstate

    We were in town on business and just around the corner. Great decision to drop in Chicken Entrees magnificent and garlic naan was so light and fluffy. Do yourself a favour, we will be back.

    1  Thank Andrew H
    Reviewed 28 March 2017
    Delicious Indian food - the best I have found so far!

    We ordered the Rogan Josh, Kashimiri rice and a few other dishes and each one was delicious, with lots of flavour. I find it quite hard to find an Indian restaurant that does authentic, tasty Indian food, but this one does!!! The service was impeccable...More

    Thank Kimberly Y
    Reviewed 5 March 2017 via mobile
    Butter chicken is the best in the city

    Great food. Excellent service. I would recommend their Achari murg tikka in starters. Butter chicken is best in the city with a very authentic Indian taste. Had a great time.

    1  Thank Rajesh P
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    NikYadav
    8 May 2017|
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    Response from George D | Reviewed this property |
    The restaurant has it own car park
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    USD 18 - USD 37
    Cuisine
    Indian, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Delivery
    Good for
    Business meetings, Child-friendly, Kids, Special Occasion Dining, Groups
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Monday
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Tuesday
    5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Wednesday
    11:30 am - 2:30 pm
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Thursday
    11:30 am - 2:30 pm
    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Friday
    11:30 am - 2:30 pm
    5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
    Saturday
    5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 124 Wicks Rd, North Ryde, Ryde, New South Wales 2113, Australia
    • Location: South Pacific  >  Australia  >  New South Wales  >  Greater Sydney  >  Ryde  >  North Ryde
    • Phone Number: +61 2 8065 5087
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    Description
    The Restaurant offers a perfect setting for a romantic dinner for two or a quite evening in with your friends, making you feel just at home.
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