“ I have been there 4 times and will go again , very friendly staff and they know how to cook Indian food despite being from other country. I would recommend to try Naga Chutney if you can eat hot food. Their mango lassi ,Daal ,Jungli laal maans have a distinct taste and it’s quite affordable as well . Being an Indian I love the way they cook the food that belongs to my culture and serve, which gives you an amazing dining experience. ”

“ The food is top notch, service is friendly and attentive. The lamb balti has plenty of nice big chunks of tender lamb. Be aware they garnish everything liberally with fresh coriander which isn't to everyone's taste so be sure to ask them not to if you don't like it. ”

“ Delicious curry. Great people. Good price. ”

“ First time eating in mela restaurant with my sister Wednesday the 4th September 2024 and absolutely beautiful food and staff are very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be going back there as I didnt realise it has been there for so many years of all the time I have been up harborne and in the stores pub as it is situated as a door only with entrance but didnt realise it was a very nice indian restaurant and it was sister who noticed it, so glad she did, king prawn vindaloo very delicious and prawns very tasty and big n juicy. ”

“ My friends and I dine in several times a year. The food is always great and the service outstanding. We are greeted as friends. Shen knows the names and menu requirements of us all - gluten-free, veggie, vegan. This week, one of my friends left her bag behind and a few minutes after we left, I was called to let me know - this is above and beyond. Thank you for your kindness to all the staff at Mela and hopefully see you soon! ”

“ It wasn't until I saw their business card that I realised that we had been here before. It is unusual for me to forget a place, and that I couldn't see my review. I guess it is my age. Anyway it was some rather nice adverts on FB that made me want to visit last Saturday night. However I did notice that it had received mixed reviews but these never put me off a place. Most reviews don't tell you a fat lot anyway. Parking isn't great in Harborne but we struck lucky with a space on a nearby side street. It's situated on the first floor, up a long flight and I didn't notice any provision for those with mobility issues. Once inside it has a very nice feel, although the trip to the loo let's the side down. The wife wasn't a big fan of the unisex cubicles. It's licenced and the bar is well stocked however you can take your own alcohol but they will add a corkage fee which I think is a 1 per person. It was quite busy and the atmosphere was very pleasant, relaxed and somewhat respectful which makes a change. The service was pleasant, quite a few staff but some were more engaging than others. The food was excellent, and I couldn't find fault. I noticed some reviews mentioned bland but our starter and both mains were just the opposite. The shared sheekh kebab was very nice, it could have done with a few more seconds in the microwave but it was very tasty and quite large. The chicken Chetinad and a chicken curry were hard to tell apart until you tasted them. The Chetinad although a 'thinner' curry than I would prefer had layered spicing more typical of Indian style cooking than Bangladeshi. The sides were excellent, especially the naan. None of that tricolour pilau rice either. The chips were good, could be better but I would say that for all but one 'Indian' restaurant in the Midlands. I thought the bill was surprisingly good taking everything into consideration and I would be more than happy to go back. ”

“ Good food (with a few slightly unusual dishes). Pleasant, friendly service. Decent prices and an OK wine list ”

“ Amazing food and great value u for money and great atmosphere and great customer service all round ”