Reviews of The Valley

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing The Valley's Curry Train, and it was an absolute delight! The food was incredibly flavorful, and the variety of curries offered was impressive. The service was top-notch, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. If you're a fan of Indian cuisine, The Valley in Corbridge is a must-visit. I can't wait to hop on the Curry Train again!

Had a spectacular experience here, not only was the transport great but so was the food, the service was top notch, they had a wide variety of different dishes on their menu and a wide range of different desserts on their dessert menu. Would highly recommend you give this restaurant a visit and if you do take the curry train you won't be disappointed.

What an excellent experience! After seeing Michael Portillo do ‘the curry train’ on his railway journeys programme, we decided it was a brilliant model for a good evening out. Their guide met us under the big clock by the ticket barriers at Newcastle Central, to catch the train to Corbridge, Cobra bottled beer or prosecco in hand. The Valley Restaurant building is lovely, possibly the oldest ex-station house in the World. The food was delicious, and there was so much - popodums and pickle tray to start, and the starter and mains we’d ordered at Newcastle/on the train from a great choice for carnivores, vegetarians/vegans. Also included are keema and plain rice, sides of bindhi bhaji & Bombay aloo, with a puffy, light garlic naan; then a mint ice-cream bombe and a caramel/choc ice-cream pot to share, followed by coffee and mints. Drinks choice is also extensive, with draught and bottled beers, and wines. The guide, waiters and owner were all friendly and very polite, and made us feel very looked-after, they couldn’t have been more professional and attentive. They directed us to the platform for the return journey just after 9pm. We were very full and had enjoyed the whole experience very much indeed. We’d deliberately travelled from Manchester to stay over in Newcastle to do the trip, and were not disappointed.

One of the best Indian restaurants we have been too! The location is excellent. The exterior is really nice and well presented. The welcoming lounge, entrance area is so inviting and the staff are incredibly attentive and friendly. So professional. No wonder The Valley has been successful for 32 years !! After we had our welcome drinks in the reception area. We were escorted to our table upstairs. The food was sensational! So fresh, with quality ingredients. Possibly the best we have had! We ate on a Saturday night and it was very busy, but you wouldn't know it, because the service was excellent and very personal. The Valley is situated on the train platform at Corbridge. There are fantastic deals on the 'Curry Train', where you can catch the train, and be welcomed at the restaurant directly on the platform. We honestly cannot recommend The Valleys, highly enough!! Thank you X

Wow, this was worth the 90 mile drive from Edinburgh. I tried everybody at the table's curry and they were up there with the best I've had. Some amazing and unique flavours, especially from the "chef's speciality" section which I would recommend going for (there's also a vegetarian "speciality" section). They have all sorts of pilau rice too, with peas, nuts, mushrooms etc. Service was friendly, and the decor and atmosphere is really nice. Lovely interior in the old railway station.