Reviews of The Forge Hammer and River Spice Indian. (Pub) in Newport (Gwent).

The Forge Hammer and River Spice Indian

131 Reviews

85 Comments

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Forge Hammer Inn, Forge Row, Lydbrook GL17 9NP, United Kingdom

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Information of The Forge Hammer and River Spice Indian, Pub in Newport (Gwent)

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This business has received very good reviews from their customers, so probably it’s a place you should try if you are looking for this kind of services.

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Reviews of The Forge Hammer and River Spice Indian

A. T.

We stopped here for something to eat and despite being a village local it was also a curry restaurant. I have to say that it was probably the best curry I have had for many a week. The food was hot, plentiful and extremely tasty. I would without doubt eat there again and suggest that anyone who visits the area eats there. The staff were friendly as were the locals.

L. H.

went looking forward to a microbrewery and different beers and atmosphere and to be welcome inside, but sadly no dogs allowed so sat outside. Welcomed by someone from inside who offered our dogs a treat which as welcome, beer was great so was the banter at the bar. Shame about the plastic glasses and not being aloud inside. Supplied a container to take away some beer which was a plus. Not sure I would go again.

A. C.

Top beer, top curry. All the good reviews on here do it justice. More than 5 parking spots out front. Unregulated parking on street nearby. Welcoming staff. Great place after a day of walking or mountain biking!

N. J.

Had a great pit stop whilst canoeing down the Wye. A pint from a proper old fashion boozer! Great to see there was even the obligatory Old Gent perched at the bar reading his paper! Staff were very friendly with great service. Great covered outside area with picnic tables and a burger van. Hot food was much appreciated to keep us going on the rest of our journey down the Wye

S. N.

Ingenious sheltered picnic benches, perfectly placed to catch the early evening sunshine. Excellent beer and tasty Indian food to eat outside or take home.

p. s.

Very good home brewed beer, always friendly when we've turned up. Plan to frequent more often, been told the Indian out back is also good, but not tried that yet.

M. C.

Beer from the micro brewery was delicious. The landlord was friendly. As a visitor to the area, I highly recommend

G. E.

We ordered a lovely takeaway from River Spice. Easy to order over the phone and then given a time to collect. The food was excellent and so tasty. We had the lamb Rogan Josh and Chicken tikka masala with side dishes of plain naan, pilau rice and onion bhaji, which included 3! The meat was very tender and plenty of it and not too spicy but full of flavour. Would recommend you give a try, you will not be disappointed.

L. D.

Takeaway for 6 people. It was delicious. Moist chicken, fresh vegetables, great flavour. We all enjoyed.

J. H.

First class. Brilliant Rogan Josh and the beer is excellent. Highly recommended.

T. H.

Absolutely amazing pub and a great Indian!

R.

Delicious food and always great service. Highly recommended!

j. l.

Had a lovely meal there. Food was great, really delicately spiced and delicious, loads of vegan options. Their home brewed IPA was great as well. And the people were really nice as well. Highly reccomended!

T. P.

Absolutely awesome. Micro brewed beer which was delicious and cheap. Bought a nine pint keg for £25, also the burger van in the car park was insanely good. The best haloumi fries ever, portions were big and staff were really friendly. Highly recommended!

K. S.

Great little pub with a lovely atmosphere. Microbrewery, good beer!! Dog and child friendly. Lovely Indian food served in the restaurant, service was excellent. Venue was clean, large car parking. We really enjoyed our visits and will be back!!

L. P.

Lovely curry lovely beer lovely barmaid. Landlord came over as grumpy at first but once we got chatting turned out to be a top bloke. Will be back the next time we are this way.

J. L.

Great little country pub and micro brewery

S. S.

Gorgeous food, wonderful host in Ali and the service is fantastic. Best meal I have had in ages. I am so sick of bland much of the same, Indian curries. This stands out head and shoulders above the rest and is a refreshing change with exciting choices and an amiable atmosphere. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place and the atmosphere is lovely in the pub too with the landlord being very welcoming. I don't know what the other reviewers are on about but if you check out the dates on them it must have been about 4-5 years ago as this is NOT what it is like now. Go, you will not be disappointed and it will become a regular favourite as it is with us. We come down from Manchester to stay for weekends and always make a point of heading for the River Spice Restaurant.

N. G.

Excellent IPA and Ale from the brew pub and delicious Curry from River Spice all enjoyed in the new outdoor dining shelter area.

S. M.

Love this place. It has to be the best curry house in the Forest of Dean. If you are in the area do make the effort, it really is worth it. The bar is friendly and the beer selection great. Probably shouldn't post this as we selfishly want to keep this gem secret!

P. G.

Just had a takeaway from the river spice it was absolutely amazing I had the Methi Gosht the lamb was tender and the king prawn jalfraizi was cooked to perfection. Nice to have a quality restaurant in the village,we will definitely be returning and recommending the new chef.

P. D.

Awesome experience - pleasant landlord, interesting beers brewed on premises, great curry. Worth a visit. Handy for bike centre. Check opening days.

M. S.

Great friendly pub with good beers. We stopped here for a refreshing pint after a long walk. Very welcoming staff and good atmosphere. We ended up playing the nail game, which is great fun!

j. c.

This place is a little gem. Lovely front bar, with lovely locals. Good food & service. Challenge Andy to how many 2p coins he can catch off his elbow (current record is 12). In short my favourite bar in Lower Lydbrook!

b. c.

Locals pub with an Indian takeaway, the first couple of times I had takeaways here it was really good, the last time it wasn't as good. Pretty good takeaway all in all, probably a little on the pricey side.

s. h.

Friendly local pub in an small close net community. Atmosphere is Warm and welcoming best way to describe is emmerdale haven't tried the food but looks and smells fantastic and to top all of this off there are to really funny gay men who live near by........ a must from me

D. P.

Great pub! Lovely staff. They opened up especially for our group on a kayaking trip. We really appreciated it and enjoyed ourselves here.

S. P.

Friendly service and great choice of beers and ciders. Situated in Lower Lydbrook, itself a beautiful location.

A. K.

Lovely staff, nice folk, well served ales and the food was very good. We will return.

R. W.

Indian restaurant unusually located at the back of the pub. Friendly bar maid, tasty Biriani chosen from extensive menu and one of the few places open latish on Sunday night too!

j. d.

Nice pub friendly staff and a really good Indian restaurant if your in the area pop in for a meal you won't be disappointed and a pint

S. O.

Outstanding curry and amazing beer brewed on site. Best Naan I've ever eaten!!!!!

D. C.

Lovely people, great location, super curries and good beer. What's not to love?!

R. C.

Down-to-earth pub with friendly people. For its location, it seems to have avoided the trap of becoming too tourist-focused. It has a separate curry house (in the same building): I had a fantastic meal there!

P. F.

Great food authentic and micro brewery on site

a. C.

Lovely friendly restaurant with excellent Indian food. Highly recommended, have never had a bad meal here.

F. H.

Nice pub

R. C.

Indian takeaway exceptional....beer brewed on premises delicious!

M. S.

Excellent, great Landlord, small micro brewery with good beers, and a very good curry.

K. D.

Fantastic little pub. Lovely Indian food. Great friendly service.

M. P.

Good beer, and safely able to social distance with the outside bar and seating

E. J.

Friendly pub with good beer. Never trued the food, but it looks excellent

G. J.

Meal I had was ok but there ate better places. So average score. Friendly hosts

C. H.

Lovely place to have a pint outside, set up really well for covid19, nice ciders

P. F.

Great value, delicious food. Friendly staff, say Hi to Andy - front of house.

K. M.

Rogan Josh..... bloody awesome!!..., Fantastic service with great local friendly ambiance!....what a pleasure!.

M. B.

Excellent food and service. The beer wasnt too bad either 😉

J. S.

Good outdoor seating area. Nice beer.

R. D.

A lovely pub, with incredibly helpful and attentive staff, as well as a really friendly atmosphere!

G. L.

Great local brew

T.

Only had takeaway but it's always been excellent.

M. T.

Hidden little gem in the Forest of Dean, great food great service and also boasts a 5 star hygiene rating

D. L.

A great FOD welcome. Good beer, crazy landlord. Be brave and five it a go.

A. B.

Good beer, good food, good atmosphere, what more needs to be said

R. L.

Nice place to stop off while canoeing down the river wye

P. O.

Fantastic local pub and lovely Indian food.

s. f.

Amazing food. Lovely pub lovely people.

m. j.

Fantastic. Great beer and food

J. D.

Friendly pub really excellent food would recommend it

A. N.

A local pub with a good atmosphere along with good drinks and a great restaurant.

P. J.

Great beer. Great host.

M. H.

Great little gem of a takeaway in the heart of the Forest of Dean.

A. h.

Simply excellent, I basically live here now 😉

j. b.

Nice beer!!

M. L.

Always good.

G. W.

Excellent value for money and friendly atmosphere.

J. N.

Lovely food and friendly service

M. G.

Great a proper Pub!

D. B.

Top curry, top beer!

K. G.

Nice pilsner and burgers, baps

O.

Small village pub with basic food

D. D.

Great pub great curry

S. B.

Great village pub

A. S.

Good food

S. s.

Great pub

g. t.

Great

F. W.

Good Indian food

J. D.

Cracking little pub

D. S.

Fantastic meal.

W. B.

Funny landlord

M. E.

Fine beer and really great service

L. H.

J. P.

C. P.

J. R.

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