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The Spice Room

43 Helwick Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
03-443 1133
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Ranked #13 of 54 restaurants in Wanaka
Cuisines: Indian
Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night
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Gloucester, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Visiting from Gloucester UK, we were offered some very tasty 'nibbles' by a member of staff from The Spice Room whilst looking around Wanaka in late afternoon. Having heard of this restaurant on 'Tourism Radio' in our Maui Motorhome we decided to eat there that evening. We were greeted with a smile as we walked in, & decided to opt... More

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Ashburton, New Zealand
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22 reviews 22 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Arrived without reservation and were greeted warmly and seated promptly. Lovely decor and atmosphere, warm with a great fire. Lovely area at the front of the restaurant for take out, that does not affect the diners. The wait staff were friendly and efficient. Food was great, great spices and well presented. It was great to see crockery dishes as opposed... More

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See 6 more reviews by David2111 for Wanaka
Akaroa, New Zealand
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26 reviews 26 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Four of us dined here, and all agreed this was THE best Indian food we've had. Contempory decor, the interior is warm and inviting with a lounge area at the front of the restaurant. An excellent menu and wine selection, featuring local wines. We didn't get past the special that was on offer - and what a supreme taste-bud experience.... More

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See 9 more reviews by Margy M for Wanaka
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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28 reviews 28 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

We were tempted in by the staff member on the street with nibbles ... and what a way to start. There is an extensive menu and we tried some of the more diverse dishes. The food was fresh and flavoursome and served speedily. There was a decent wine list and good beers on tap. The service was friendly and helpful.... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Delicious food, great service. Recommend you book as very popular with tourists and locals alike. Even managed a dessert!

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See 2 more reviews by SandyWandy for Wanaka
Perth
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19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

Quite probably one of the best Indian meals we have ever had! The staff are very professional, friendly & knowledgeable; the food is fresh, beautiful & not too overdone in spices or sauces & the ambiance is cosy. Definitely worth paying a visit if Indian is what you are after on a chilly Wanaka evening!

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Snowmass Village, CO
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

This was the best Indian meal we have ever had. We went in with small appetites, planning to have just 1 dish to share and were talked into having 2. The service was very good and the food was stupendous. There was none to take home for later!! Delicious!!

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Yehud, Israel
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

Found this place by chance but it turned out to be one of the best Indian restaurants we've dined in. We are vegetarians so liked the variety of available dishes. Everything was fresh and with a perfect blend of spices to make it "interesting" but not too spicy. The "early bird" served until 18:00 was great value.

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Proserpine, Australia
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

Well fitted venue with good food and service. Advised at my B&B that spiciness rating might be low, I asked for a side serve of fresh chilli among three sides. I was served a chilli paste that was heavily based on raw garlic and tasted a bit like a commercial product. The side serves add to the bill, doesn't do... More

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Toronto, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

A very good Indian restaurant in Wanaka, well worth a visit. Excellent specials including venison and goat curries.

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