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Ayla @ Grey Street

4.6 186 reviews 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM 17 Grey St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6EE, United Kingdom

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Ayla @ Grey Street is an exceptional Indian restaurant nestled in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. Guests rave about its authentic and delicious cuisine, emphasizing both the generous portions and the quality of ingredients used. Diners frequently mention the harmonious blend of spices that can make each dish a delight to the palate. Highlights include the Malabar chicken curry, praised for its light yet creamy texture, accompanied by a perfect subtle heat.

What sets Ayla apart is its warm, family-run atmosphere. The staff, particularly the attentive trainees, have garnered commendations for their professionalism and friendliness, enhancing the dining experience immensely. Many visitors have noted the enjoyable pre-theatre menu, which offers exquisite dishes at an unbeatable price under £16 for two courses, making it a perfect spot before heading to a show. The beautiful interior decor and inviting ambiance contribute to a memorable dining setting.

For anyone seeking to explore traditional Indian flavors in a welcoming environment, Ayla @ Grey Street comes highly recommended. It’s not just a meal; it’s a culinary adventure that invites you back for more.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual

Crowd

  • Groups
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Ayla @ Grey Street before visiting.

Reviews for Ayla @ Grey Street

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Review highlights

Based on 186 reviews

Ayla @ Grey Street is widely praised for its authentic and flavorful Indian cuisine, with many reviewers highlighting generous portion sizes and well-balanced spices. The restaurant’s menu is noted for its creativity, offering a variety of dishes that appeal to both traditional and adventurous diners. Guests consistently commend the high quality of ingredients and the freshness of the food. The family-run establishment is also recognized for its warm, attentive service and welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for both casual meals and special occasions. Additionally, the inviting decor and convenient city center location contribute positively to the overall dining experience at Ayla @ Grey Street.

J Affleck
Jun 28, 2025

Just had a meal ( pre theatre) at this lovely restaurant with a friend. 2 course with coffee under 16 pounds. Food was absolutely delicious and generous and most importantly not greasy. Staff extremely pleasant and professional especially the trainee( I'm so sorry I ca'nt remember name but I'm sure it started with an A) he should go far. Thanks for a lovely evening Joan

Docs On Vacay
Jun 23, 2025

Tip Top customer service. The 'boss' of the restaurant is little Ayla, in which we took a picture with. This is a family-run restaurant with very much authenticity in their cuisine. The family is very friendly, and the Indian cuisine here is delicious. The ambience and the interior decor is spot-on.

sahil budhwani
Jun 08, 2025

AMAZING Food . I can't say how much I enjoyed the food. The portions were huge. The starters were freshly made. The spice was on point. Plenty of meat whether it be the lamb or chicken. Succulent chicken and tender lamb pieces. Hats of to the chef. Please visit and have some incredible Indian cuisine. Easy to find in th city centre.come here with your friends or family.

Marek Norvid
May 29, 2025

A lovely restaurant on the High Street with exquisite cuisine. Imaginative menu and fine wines. The Malabar chicken curry was wonderful, light and creamy, with a subtle heat. All the accompanying dishes obviosly used quality ingredients. All round a very good restaurant.

stacey Rooke-Thompson
Apr 09, 2025

We visited on Thursday and tried the pre theatre menu. The food was exquisite especially since we ordered dishes I hadn't tried before (which in past experiences isn't always a great idea for me) Our server Erik was friendly and polite very attentive. Marvellous service and delicious food!

Simon Waddington
Apr 06, 2025

Well this was an unexpectedly lovely surprise. My son and I had struggled to find somewhere open and decent and came upon this place, Staff and owners are really really nice. They make all food in-house - nothing manufactured. Their intention is that the food is made in the same way and as good as they would make at home. I will come again (and I live in London).

Mark Burton
Apr 05, 2025

This was our first visit here, it’s wasn’t busy being a Monday evening so we had a good choice of seats. The staff were great, just enough eye contact without being overbearing. Our waiter really knew his menu and helped choose our starters and then helped me create my own vegetarian main from what was in the rest of the menu. Every dish was fantastic, full of flavor and aromatic fragrance. You could really tell the difference as they were making the meals with fresh ingredients. Ayla is really worth a visit for the food and the friendly staff.

Dave Spector
Mar 28, 2025

Popped in early evening and took advantage of the Pre theatre menu. It was nice and warm inside, and there was a good choice of a variety of dishes to suit most pallets and even vegans Staff were great.. service great... I loved my meal and am looking forward to going back.

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Address
17 Grey St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6EE, United Kingdom
Price range
£20–30
Category
Indian restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Tuesday 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday (Today) 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Thursday 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Friday 05:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Saturday 05:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Sunday 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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