Andrew Smith Posted June 2 Share Posted June 2 Hi, I will be visiting the IOM with a mate towards the end of June and we have a pretty packed schedule. However, what we don’t have is some recommendations for evening dinner and local beer. We are staying in Douglas and don’t really want to drive in the evening so that we can have a drink. looking at reviews, China Town and The Majestic seem like good Chinese restaurants but what about Indian - Velikas or Orange Indya? Is Flavours any good? Is Barbary Coast or Jaks any good for happy hour drinks? Also, some recommendations for fish and chips, and of course the best Queenies which I am looking forward to trying. The Laxey Beach Cafe and the Lodge at Glen Helen are on our list for lunchtimes. All suggestions welcome. TIA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bees Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 Aura bar and bistro on the prom is without doubt the best Indian food in Douglas. I've been to them all, I did love Orange Indya but then we got "the most expensive take out ever" which had yesterdays (at best) bits warmed up and thrown in a tray, so bye now. The others are all much of a muchness pre-cooked meats in various gravies. Fish and chips Peel (top chippy), Queenies, (if its still open) Little Fish cafe on the quay in Douglas. Both of the cafes on Laxey Beach are expensive and over rated. Apparently Morgans have a pie shop in town now, this would be a great place to get some lunch. Barbary Coast and Jaks are not on my radar, sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piebaps Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 On 6/2/2024 at 7:05 PM, Andrew Smith said: but what about Indian - Velikas or Orange Indya? Is Flavours any good? Velikas have 2 sites - 1 in Douglas and 1 in Ramsey. Both are good. I agree that Aura is good too, but I like Orange personally. Its run by an ex-chef from Aura. Kurries & Steaks is also OK. Royal India in Peel is however my preference. Flavours do a great blue cheese & chilli naan and they have a Peel branch too, although its a little pricey. Try the Grosvenor in Andreas for queenies. Good luck. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pearl49 Posted June 6 Share Posted June 6 For excellent Indian food in Douglas, try Aura Bar and Bistro, and for happy hour drinks, Jaks is a lively spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Smith Posted June 6 Author Share Posted June 6 My thanks to all for their responses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bees Posted June 18 Share Posted June 18 What’s the new skewer place in Douglas called? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad_manx Posted June 19 Share Posted June 19 (edited) On 6/18/2024 at 9:12 PM, 2bees said: What’s the new skewer place in Douglas called? Assume you mean the Brazilian place? Where Rio's used to be It's Sabor Brazil . https://www.facebook.com/share/ig9fKTv6EtcYrnmM/ Edited June 19 by mad_manx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bees Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 I do, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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