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The Chaps continued their quest for Curry House perfection with a visit to the Princess Cottage in Bagshot.    

                                                   

 A small but inviting looking restaurant from the outside we ventured in and were quickly escorted to our table.                                                

First impressions were of astonishment as to just how tiny this restaurant was inside, I mean I have been inside bigger sheds !! There must have been a max of about 8 tables squeezed into this gallery style room, which was adourned with outdated wallpaper and a lack of any kind of adequate lighting... but we pushed on and ordered.        

The usual poppodoms and dips arrived which we of a decent quality, but when we asked for the Lime Pickle to be topped up, what can only be described as a bowl full of oil came back (see photo).                                                                

The Manager however was very pleasant and even offered us the Buffet deal (even though it was not the a Wed or Sun) of any Starter, any Main, any Rice or Naan, any Side and a Coffee for £12.95,  a lovely gesture which the Chaps took full advantage of.                                      

My Starter of Chicken Chaat was very well presented and gave me hope for the remaining courses.                                                            The main of Lamb Ceylon with Pilau rice and a Saag Aloo was amazing. It was my first experience of a Ceylon and the flavours exploded in my mouth with just the right amount of spice and coconut, very impressive.                                                                               All in all I can see why people love this place for the food, it was of a very good quality, but for me the whole experience of the cramped, dark restaurant, a waiter who at times had trouble understanding English and a bowl of Lime Pickle oil left me very disappointed.                                

Would I recommend this restaurant .....for the food definitely, but the size and decor really lets it down. So it would depend if you are willing to sacrifice nice, spacious surroundings for good quality food ??? ... That is down to your personal preferences !