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“Indian food at its best”
Review of Essence Of India

Essence Of India
Ranked #11 of 117 Restaurants in Mellieha
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: $26 - $47
Cuisines: French, Mediterranean
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Good for: Business meetings, Romantic
Dining options: Late Night, Outdoor Seating, Reservations
Description: Authentic Indian flavours, stunning sea views. Introducing Essence of India, the resort's newest dining destination with a menu featuring classic favourites and new original dishes which are sure to please any palate. From your favourite Indian starters such as chicken tikka and samosas to tandoori grilled meats & seafood for mains. Classic favourites such as madras, vindaloo, rogan josh, korma and tikka masala enjoyed with your choice of meat, seafood or vegetables. Looking to be a little more adventurous? Try one of Essence of India's original dishes such as Chicken Kolhapuri or Nalli Nihari.
Reviewed August 27, 2022 via mobile

Wonderful Indian food served in an idyllic setting. Views of sunset and over the bay are breathtaking. Staff were attentive, professional and friendly. We will definitely return as one of best Indian meals ever had.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 18, 2022 via mobile

This restaurant is located in one of the Towers of the Radisson Blu Golden Sands resort. We stayed here whilst in Malta and I would recommend coming to this restaurant. We could have tolerated more spice but it was still very tasty food. The chef came out to speak to the guests which was really nice. We came for an evening dinner on the terrace with our two young children and even they loved the lamb and chicken tikka. Book in advance online to secure a table. We noticed some locals come to dine here too. It is expensive but portions are big. Very nice options across the menu.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 17, 2022 via mobile

So on one of last nights at the resort we decided to try one of the on-site restaurants and booked a table on the outside terrace for some alfresco dinning. The service was excellent we arrived early but were advised to wait in the bar on the next level which we did and when it was time to go back to the restaurant they transferred the bill for the drinks down to the restaurant so we could pay it all together. The terrace offers excellent views of the Golden Bay on its door step. We opted for the sharing menu for 2 and wow there was a lot to get through but was so worth it, the tastes and spice levels were as expected for the dishes that were offered some with a good kick of heat and some which were not (but chicken korma isn’t meant to be hot) the girls order a sharing platter for starters and their own dishes. We enjoyed every mouth full along with attentive and friendly but not over bearing service by all the staff. The food was also presented excellently. We will definitely make a return visit next time we are in Malta.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 10, 2022

We visited for the first time, yet we were treated with excellent hospitality. Waiters were very cordial and explained the items on the menu patiently, helped us to select our dishes and served in double quick time. The dishes were of the highest quality to fit the star rating of the Radisson Spa. We recommend it to any one who has previous experience of Indian dishes or not and whether you are a young couple or with family. The have wide range of dishes to select and will make it to suit your taste buds.
Go for it because especially if you have only one chance.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 7, 2022

Not the first visit at this restaurant. Unfortunately they need to sort out their kitchen, food quality is poor, taste is very very bland. You expect much better when paying that amount of money. It might have been an off day but it was certainly very bad. The view, service and general experience (except the food) are top notch. Pity.

Date of visit: August 2022
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