Al Frash
The Balti Triangle, 186 Ladypool Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham, B12 8JS
In the perpetual debate surrounding the authenticity and origins of Balti one is inevitably drawn towards Sparkbrook, where Indian restaurants offering a Balti meal as a specific line the streets like so many traffic wardens, only far more tasty. Ladypool Road in particular offers a fine crop amongst which Al Frash has earned itself more commendations than most. Not that the walls are lined with framed certificates from hitherto unheard of organisations showering bouquets of rosettes upon them, but rather the word on the street which simply says 'Al Frash is good'. Dishes are freshly prepared and clearly care has been taken. The treatment of the generous-sized nan bread is an example, none of the rubbery old boot leather here.In the perpetual debate surrounding the authenticity and origins of Balti one is inevitably drawn towards Sparkbrook, where Indian restaurants offering a Balti meal as a specific line the streets like so many traffic wardens, only far more tasty. Ladypool Road in particular offers a fine crop amongst which Al Frash has earned itself more commendations than most.
Not that the walls are lined with framed certificates from hitherto unheard of organisations showering bouquets of rosettes upon them, but rather the word on the street which simply says 'Al Frash is good'. Dishes are freshly prepared and clearly care has been taken. The treatment of the generous-sized nan bread is an example, none of the rubbery old boot leather here.
Dishes are liberally spiced and flavours come through clearly, particularly recommended (by Jan Moir in The Telegraph) is the lamb balti, the chicken curry spiked with chilli, fresh coriander and garlic, accompanied by huge, fluffy naan bread. Not only is the food good it is also outstandingly good value, unless you consider around £6 for most main courses to be unduly heavy on the wallet.
It's BYO and the customary convenient shop is just down the road.
Indian
: 17:00 - late
Reservations: 0121 753 3120
The Balti Triangle, 186 Ladypool Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham, B12 8JS [Map]
N/A £22.00
(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)
REVIEWS OF Al Frash
Alistair (24 September 2009)
We had a meal there for four on a Tuesday evening. They have a very prompt, professional and friendly service, Jay mostly, throughout the meal. I had the set meal for four and it was superb value at the price and more than enough food. Despite having brought a semi-professional eater, my son, a starving student, we couldn't finish it all. This was excellent food at a bargain price. I have paid a lot more for indifferent food but rarely have I paid this little, well under £50 with drinks and food. I have already sent some friends their way and will carry on singing its praises.
Pauline and Ian (29 March 2009)
This was our first visit to Al Frash on a Thursday. The food was wonderful, and the members of staff were very helpful and friendly.
Yes, we will certainly visit again.
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Children welcome
Air condition
Reservations
Groups allowed
Outside seating
Cover charge
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Not included
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