Reviews in Lytham

The Redfort is more than just an Indian Restaurant - it is an experience. Having visited this venue for many years, I can honestly say that the food is amazing. The blend of spices, each dish representing a cultural experience - from the delicate infusion, right up to the Naga infused lamb dishes to titilate the palete, with just the right amount of heat, and then the delcate flavour of the Korma or tandoori dish for those of us who prefer something less dramatic. The staff are amazing as well, ever ready to suggest a dish to suit the diner, each member of staff having knowledge of each dish on the menu, to take you through the dining experience and leave you in no doubt at all as to where your taste buds rest. You will return again and again, if only to work through the amazing menu, each dish offering a different experience. Relax in the beautiful surroundings that this restaurant offers, so different to the usual "indian" experience. When they say it is the essence of contemporary Eastern Spice they really mean it - because it really is!

Went here last night for a meal and thoroughly enjoyed it - the food was simply delicious and clearly 'home-made' in house, no fear of finding anything out of a packet! My husband and I shared our starters of mussels with the creamiest of broths and fresh calamari - both so good we could have eaten them all over again afterwards but needed to save space for the mains. I had chili and tomato spaghetti with king prawns which again tasted really fresh and hubbie had a calzone absolutely stuffed full of meat which he loved and served with a lovely side-salad. To finish we both had the chocolate fudge sundae - truly yummy. All in all a real treat, the atmosphere and service were both fine and prices good also - definitely recommended!

Went here on my birthday recently along with my partner. Ate upstairs, decor bright & modern, attentive service but most importantly the food was great. For once my pasta was cooked 'al dente' not the usual English boiled to death way. My partner's fillet steak was good quality meat & cooked as requested (although a bit too pricey). The menu was imaginative & not just your bog standard Italian. Afterwards we went to the bar downstairs for a couple of cocktails & although it was only a Wednesday, it was buzzing! Would definitely recommend & will def be returning.

THIS HAS TO BE ONE OF THE WORST DINING EXPERIENCES I HAVE EVER ENDURED!! IT WAS REMINISCENT OF FAWLTY TOWERS WITHOUT THE GOOD SCRIPT. THE MANAGER WAS SULLEN AND THE VERY YOUNG WAITRESS GIRLS INARTICULATE. WE HAD TO FIND OUR OWN TABLE AND SCRATCH AROUND FOR A MENU. A STAGGERING 90 MINUTES LATER COLD SOUP ARRIVED FOLLOWED BY BADLY BURNED SHRIVELLED SALMON AND A BAKED POTATO WHICH WAS SO OVERCOOKED THAT IT TASTED OF SOOT. ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING. DO NOT VENTURE IN THIS PLACE UNLESS YOU WANT TO BUMP YOUR PARTNER OFF!!

Zest Simply lovely food, well presented, nice people, nicely decorated .

After someone recommended the Lytham Kitchen to me a few weeks ago, I decided to give it ago on Monday, I have got to say not only was the food fantastic and very reasonable, the service we received off the girls was second to none, so fast and friendly, with a little humour thrown in!

The Red Fort is an outstanding Indian Restaurant. The new decor is excellent, the food was delicious and the atmosphere is brilliant. The waiters are so friendly and helpful and they make you feel at home. A fantastic dining experience!

Very good service. Thoroughly enjoyed the food and the atmosphere.

Whenever we try to decide where to go out to eat, we always wonder "shall we try here, shall we try there". But we usually decide "let's go to The Red Fort". The Red Fort never fails to satisfy. If you're a fan of Indian food, you may well have your favourite restaurant and probably your favourite dish that you always have. The Red Fort is our favourite and we always get great friendly service and excellent food. The restaurant is clean, modern and stylish. They have a huge menu with many different dishes that you will not see on other menus. They even offer you a small complimentary taster dish of any menu item - so if you're thinking of trying something different to your normal dish, you can try it for free. The Early Bird offer is great value for money - Papadoms with chutneys and ANY main course with rice or naan, for £8.95 before Monday to Thursday 5pm to 7pm. Last night we went for the Early Bird and had the papadoms to start followed by a lamb Pathia and a lamb Naga. The lamb is always melt in your mouth tender, unlike some places where I have been where it can be tough and chewy. We also had an Aloo Gobi (cauliflower and potatoes) and a Mator Paneer (Peas and indian cheese) as side dishes. The Early Bird dishes are not smaller than the full price meals, and we still managed to eat the lot! No doubt, next time we decide to eat out again, we will face the same tough decision - where else to go other than The Red Fort.

We have been eating at Red Fort since it opened over 20 yrs ago. The new decor and lighting have really set the Red Fort apart from other Indian restaurants in the area. Food is consistently good and the menu is varied . Ahad and all his staff look after us very well and the service/food to a very high standard. Visitors to Lytham should not miss eating at Red Fort.

Wonderful food and excellent service. Each meal made to order. I have special dietary needs and nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommended.

Curry house with a difference. Modern, stylish decor. Very good service without being intrusive. Different menu giving both the familiar and a range of less well known dishes. Highly recommended. Definitely worth a visit.

Dined here with my girlfriend on Saturday night and thoroughly enjoyed it! They were very busy but managed to squeeze us in, I had the seafood and chorizo pasta which was nicely cooked and tasty and my girlfriend had a steak which she is still talking about! Next time I go I will be trying the steak because this isn't the first time I have heard how great they are supposed to be. We weren't too impressed with the dessert list so we didn't bother. I always appreciate a view of an open kitchen as I eat, I'll be going back.

What a wonderful dining experience! The newly refurbished restaurant is a beautiful soft lighting setting, which makes for a romantic meal for a couple like us or just as lovely for a family party/occasion. The food is to die for, we have never eaten such authentic dishes in the UK and we vote this the no 1 Indian Restaurant in England! My favourites are Pineapple Rice and Lamb Rajshahi highly recommend both of them. The manager and staff alike are extremely attentive and the waiting staff outstanding. The Sunday Banquet is unbelievable value, served all day long and includes a Kulfi or Coffee for dessert. Please try this restaurant its wonderful.

Sandra & I have been regulars at the Red Fort ever since it opened. The food is always excellent and the service first-class and very friendly. Ahad, the Manager, will always make time for a chat and a joke with us,and encourages the rest of the staff to do the same. Over the years we have obviously tried several different dishes and have never had cause for complaint. The standard of the food has always been 'spot on'. Following recent refurbishment the restaurant now has a more intimate 'warm' appearance thanks to some clever, modern lighting. The Red Fort is, in our opinion, the best Indian restaurant in the area and we can't praise Ahad and his team enough for their efforts. The very fact we are there every week (and occasionally twice a week) is surely recommendation enough for anyone. Keep up the good work !

As a mum with a 16month old little boy, we are always warmly welcomed at the Lytham Kitchen, brought colouring books and crayons too! The food is lovely (the specials are alway very good) service very friendly and quick. This has turned into a family tradition to go every weekend. A great little find!

This place is fab! Went for the first time on friday, the bank hol weekend for my husband's birthday. We weren't sure where to go and ended up there and what a great place it is. It was fully booked downstairs but there was restaurant space upstairs in the bar for walk ins. The atmosphere was vibrant, food was exquisite and the service was impeccable. My husband had the sirlion steak, 'best steak he ever had'. Really friendly, definitely worth a visit!!

I think we must have caught Bosco on a bad day! We went for lunch on Bank Holiday Monday after being recommended by a friend. The table we sat at was by the bar area and staff were constantly within a foot of the back of the chairs preparing drinks - so much so that we had to move in the end. I had the Salata Tricolore, which consisted of 5 cherry tomatoes, barely half an avocado, a couple of slices of mozzarella and......nothing else! It was so small it was served on a side plate and cost £8.25!! My husband had the pollo salad which was better but nothing to write home about - however, it did come with toasted garlic ciabatta although the chef forgot this initially and we had to chase it up, finally getting it half way through the meal. Perhaps we would have fared better going for a meal in the evening, however, I don't think we will be rushing back there! With many good places to eat in Lytham, I would go somewhere else!