Spice of Bengal

Wanted to add a bit of spice to my life, so I tried the Spice of Bengal. Being new to indian food, I found ordering for the first time to be a bit difficult. Fortunately the menu did its best to guide me in the ways of the Spice and helped me to make an excellent choice. The waiter even asked if I wanted my food more, or less, spicy.
I was waited on very graciously and I have no complaints at all about the place. Best restaurant I have been to in a few years.

My general understanding of the word ‘Bengal’ is that it is a region in India as well as a type of tiger. Now I’m pretty sure this place doesn’t specialise in grilled tiger, so I think it’s safe to say their name is a nod to its Indian roots and that there is no need to get on the phone to the RSPCA just yet.
Spice of Bengal in Ainsdale specialises in Indian and Bangladeshi dishes available either in a restaurant setting or to order and take away. Their takeaway menu is a bit sparse compared to the restaurant menu which is to be expected, but their eat-​in menu is impressively extensive.
Helpfully, there is also a section which breaks down what each type of curry contains and how spicy each one is, for all the curry virgins and n00bs amongst you. When I last visited I went for the lamb tikka chilli Bengal curry which, as you can imagine, was rather spicy. Despite how hot it was, it was still delicious as it managed to negotiate the fine line between being too mild and so hot it takes off several layers of your tongue.
The restaurant is fairly pleasantly decorated and has a lovely dining atmosphere, with the staff being friendly and attentive at all times.
If you’re ever in the area, I recommend trying the Spice on offer here.