Cafe Spice

Cafe Spice on Chillingham Road is considered by many Heaton regulars to be the standout Indian restaurant on the strip. Reviewers on TripAdvisor describe it as "by far and away the best Indian restaurant" in Heaton, praising the tarka dhal (creamy, smoky, well-spiced), paneer and chickpea curry, lamb garlic and chilli, and chicken masala. The kitchen is vegetarian-friendly with vegan options and halal certification. Bangla-Indian menu with generous portions and competitive pricing. 215 TripAdvisor reviews; 4-star average across 2,300-plus ratings.