South Ribble
Cumin

Cumin

88 Liverpool Road, South Ribble, United Kingdom, PR4 5SL

Asian • Balti • Indian • Chicken


"I used to visit this restaurant regularly when it was Sylhet but having retired from Police Headquarters (opposite the restaurant) in 2014, I hadn 't been aware of Sylhet closing its doors about one year ago and Cumin evolving in its place. Once I became aware of this I looked at the reviews for Cumin on Tripadvisor and they were very encouraging so I booked a table for two and hubby and I went last Friday15 November. We were well known by the staff at Sylhet and always received a really warm welcome and had a chat withe manager whenever time permitted. So, it felt strange walking in and receiving a rather luke warm welcome. We were shown straight to our table and given menus and we ordered a bottle of wine. The menu was extensive and we both studied it in detail as there were many dishes listed that were new to us. We are both medium fans and we did feel that the chef specials were swamping us by hot or mild ones! Eventually we went for papadum and chutney tray (me) and the fish pakora (hubby). I thought the chutney tray was a bit pricey at £4.50 and the inclusion of coleslaw was a little random. My partner 's fish pakora was lacking in spicy batter and was just like a plain fish goujon. For mains we ordered the Murgh Tanger but requested it was made medium and exotic (chicken) garlic massala which was categorised as medium. We had read so much about the gunpowder potatoes that we just had to try them and one portion of pilau rice. We were given plenty of time to eat our appetisers and then our mains arrived which we were sharing. My first taste was the Murgh Tanger immediately followed by a sharp intake of breath the flavour was really delicious but it was sooo hot! Next was a taste of the exotic garlic massala also a fab flavour but too mild!! I had a word with a waiter about the heat of the Murgh Tanger as I had specifically asked for it to be medium and he immediately went to take the dish back to the kitchen. However, I said: No, I love the flavour; if I could have some tandoori mint sauce that will cool it down and it did. In fact it was delicious an interesting experiment!! We both really enjoyed our meal but agreed one main was too hot and the other too mild which we would remember next time. Yes, there will be a next time in fact we have booked for Christmas Day! We always prefer a good Indian meal to a Roast Turkey dinner and Cumin have got the job! We hope that we can give them a 5!!"

Sunflower

Sunflower

11 Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall, PR5 5RE, South Ribble, United Kingdom

Sushi • Kebab • Seafood • European


"I have debated whether or not to share this, but ultimately decided to inform you all so you can be on the lookout for this scam I experienced. I ordered food from Sunflower Chinese in Lostock Hall, went to pick it up, and the woman at the counter placed the order down. I briefly saw the receipt, which appeared to be for 28.30 or something similar. When I went to pay, she stated it was 28.70. I mentioned it was 28.30, but she insisted it was 28.70, so I paid. I asked for a receipt, and she refused initially, but eventually provided one after another lady arrived. The total was 28.20. I questioned why it said 28.20 when they had charged me 28.70. She tried to avoid the issue by answering a phone call, but I persisted. When she finished, I pointed out the discrepancy, and she claimed it was a service charge. I inquired about the charge and why it wasn't itemized or disclosed to customers. Without responding, she angrily gave me back 50p, and I left. I am disappointed that they are attempting to cheat customers without their knowledge. It's not about the amount but the dishonesty in hiding it. Their continued business throughout lockdown suggests they are profiting well, making the need for this extra charge unclear. If this is happening to every customer, the cumulative amount could be substantial. I have attached a photo of the receipt, the 50p refund, and a screenshot of my card payment. I share this not to cause trouble but simply to raise awareness. Thank you."