Jamal Balti House

Jamal Balti House sits at the very foot of Narborough Road, steps from the city centre. A family-run restaurant with Jamal front-of-house and his father in the kitchen, it has accumulated 158 TripAdvisor reviews at 4.5 out of 5, with reviewers singling out the freshly made naan breads — described repeatedly as enormous and perfect — and the broad curry menu from mild korma to fiery specials. The house is unlicensed, so diners can bring their own wine or beer with no corkage charge. Prices remain very reasonable, and the warm, attentive service keeps a loyal following returning week after week. Food Hygiene: 5.