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Indian, Asian, Balti
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

As a vegetarian wherever I go , always get few veg menu only in the buffet. At Jalebi restaurant at the table buffet, I had loads of wonderful veggie varieties. We had onion rings, gobi fry, pakora, Samosa chat, chilli paneer as a starter. Main...course and desert too wonderful. We really enjoyed our family dinner at jalabi. Friendly staffs. I felt like eating at Indian marriages in a familiar place. Thanks for the wonderful recipes and service.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

We booked Jilabi last minute to host a 40th birthday party for 25 family members. We were allocated a private function room and given support in planning the menu to meet the needs of our party. From start to finish we experienced tasty food but...the customer service was certainly amongst the best we have ever experienced. Unfortunately the cake that we had purchased had been left out of the fridge (error on our part) and collapsed as soon as the waiters were due to bring it in. The workers discreetly notified us and arranged a similar cake from the same cake shop in such a short amount of time. After our mains came the freebies that we hadn’t requested but were provided complimentary by the restaurant. First came chocolate cake with ice cream and fresh Indian sweets. Then came a mock tail that was absolutely delicious. They then served us huge fresh fruit platters followed by our choice of tea or coffee. We paid a modest bill for this exceptional meal and will be sure to attend again in the future.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed April 15, 2023 via mobile

Very busy and took a while before our food was served. Will try again when it's less busy. Food was OK service wasn't too bad.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed April 4, 2023 via mobile

I went there with my sister in law yesterday evening. What a unique experience it was. The food was really excellent but the welcome from the staff was just unique. Fahim looked after us so well, he offered us dessert and coffee. It was perfect...and we will go there again for sure. His kindness and generosity was incredible. Thank you Fahim, from F and C.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed March 19, 2023 via mobile

We have just had a takeaway and I’m that disappointed I need to review straight away. The meal was late & cold . Pakora were like greasy chicken nuggets the curry watery with no taste at all and not much chicken or anything else. It...was a bit like a curry soup with 4 pieces of chicken thrown in. The nann was cold rubbery and chewy . I’m actually feeling queasy . Really really wished we’d not ordered from here but lesson learned unfortunatelyMore

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed March 8, 2023 via mobile

Amazing food best we have ever had. Excellent value for money. Staff delightful excellent service. Highly recommend. Will be back next year when we are in Birmingham again

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed March 6, 2023

A last minute change of plan and this place provided a first class backup option. Good size interior over two floors and we had no problem finding room on a busy Sunday night buffet. Buffet selection of hot and cold items including at least ten...hot curry choices. These were refreshed just as we went up, so the food was fresh hot and tasty when we ate it. Two lamb curries and seven or so hot chicken curries, alongside rice and starter items like Tandoori Chicken and Onion Baji etc There were staff everywhere, they opened and shut the buffet utensils and brought items to our table like Nan Breads and sweets. Buffet is on Sunday and Monday, the other days are A la carte menu, prices very reasonable.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed January 2, 2023 via mobile

I had booked a meal for my son and me on Christmas day for 5pm via their booking system for which I have a confirmation email accepting my booking. When we arrived at just before 5pm we were told the was only 2 sitting, 1...at at 1pm and 1 at 3pm and asked if I had paid a deposit to which I replied no and was told the was nothing they could do. Having lost my wife to covid previous Christmas eve I thought this would be a nice treat for my son as neither of us like turkey but was utterly disgusted in the way we were treated.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 25, 2022 via mobile

Absolutely loved Christmas today - great food, lovely service, loads of extras - fun for kids balloons etc. couldn’t have worked harder. Will definitely recommend

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 25, 2022 via mobile

I made a booking on there booking system for 5pm today Christmas day, only to be told when I arrived today that they were doing only 2 sittings, one at 1pm and 1 at 3pm. Didn't offer me anything and we had to go home...and cook, will never go back thereMore

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 19, 2022 via mobile

This is the BEST in Birmingham . You can not beat the quality or the service these guys give. Definitely recommended.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 16, 2022

Visited with friends and we were very disappointed with rushed, rude service (and food quality is nothing to shout about). Over rated pompous owner and management full of their own ego. I have worked in hospitality over 20 years and it is clear that the...staff have had no external professional training in this field. Very amateurish. Will never visit again.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed November 26, 2022 via mobile

Absolutely disgusted! Chose a takeaway as dog sitting in Yardley & waited 2 HOURS for delivery! The driver was from the restaurant & said ‘Next time will be better!’ As if I’d waste another penny there! The balti was basically a korma the mushrooms requested...were not present & the naans were cold.The chicken tikka purée was ok but the shashlik was over cooked From the other reviews & the only visit I ever had here a few years ago I’d say eat in & DON’T BOTHER WITH THE TAKEAWAYMore

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed November 25, 2022 via mobile

I am amazed by the service. An Asian restaurant in Sheldon, I am gob smacked. The Plates came out per heated ready for our food. Staff always checked how we were And if they could do anything else for us. The attentiveness was spot on....We ordered the goody box starter and lamb handi. Butter naans. Oh the lovely lamb bengal style rice also. We asked for Pakistani and it was made to order. With luscious in the house complementary desert. They went out of their for us. Nothing was too much. Food was mild as we requested and filling. Overall the service was the best which made our visit more pleasant. Staff are lovely! You must try it out for yourselves…! Take your families and head on down for a pleasurable experience. Beats most Asian places for me. This is tops for me. I am a very fussy person to make me happy is saying something. Lots of respect out to these guys ❤️More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed November 20, 2022

I went twice in three nights to this restaurant. Lovely helpful staff. Really nice atmosphere and fantastic food. I’m not a local being from Northern Ireland. However anytime I am back in the midlands I will be paying this place a visit. First class experience.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Response from Steve G | Reviewed this property |
Firstly, did you order direct or via a referral service? On one occasion, Just Eat accepted an order (and stated Jilabi confirmed it) when the restaurant had shut early and there was no one in the building. Just Eat refunded... More
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They have their license back. So will serve you drinks.
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Response from Huss7864 | Reviewed this property |
It better to bring your own drinks. I know you have to be careful not to serve any alcohol after 12pm otherwise your licence will be taken away
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Jilabi is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5