Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Hi Everyone,

I am a die-hard foodie so when I recently got an opportunity to visit one of the newly opened restaurants in Lucknow called SPICE CAVES I just couldn't help but say Yes.  

Lets begin with the exteriors first... Spice Caves is an Indo-Chinese Themed Family Restaurant situated in the busy market of Patrakar Puram, Vivek Khand-4 , Gomti Nagar,  Lucknow. 

It`s the talk of the town these days more so for its interiors that are designed like a cave.
I spotted the restaurant sign board above the Samsung showroom and went on to explore it. From outside it didn`t look like it was much roomy but that perception of mine changed once I entered it.

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
The entrance door which leads upto the restaurant on the first floor via a staircase. 


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
A beautiful cave-man like soldier statue in the middle of the staircase matching with the 'cave' theme of the restaurant.
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
On reaching the first floor I saw a beautiful mural on the wall matching with the sign board of the restaurant visible from the roadside. 


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

The entrance door to the restaurant was a beautifully carved heavy wooden door. The door had dancing aborigine carvings again matching with the intriguing cave-man theme.


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow



On entering the restaurant, I was quite surprised to see that there was barely a table vacant. It was hustling and bustling with people, food and laughter yet the ambience was quite mellowed. The restaurant was fully air-conditioned and the temperature was faily cool and comfortable as compared to the extreme heat outside. This could be because of the restaurant interiors which resembled those of a cave with dense leafy creepers all over the walls and the roof. The murals on the walls were astonishingly beautiful...I was intrigued and started looking around to absorb the beauty.

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


The false ceiling of the restaurant designed like the roof of a cave...


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


Beautiful thick n dense creepers on the walls and roof...
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

On the extreme right hand side of the restaurant was a raised section with tables. It was somewhat secluded from the remaining restaurant being at a different level and on one corner. A table was reserved for me there but I moved on to explore a little more. 
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


As I walked ahead I saw different areas in the restaurant...The restaurant has alleys and corners and as you walk ahead you can`t expect what`s coming next since you do not get a complete view of the restaurant from one point. So I spotted the cash-counter, the door to the kitchen, a lot more tables ...
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow



Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

I also saw a window with cartoony  animal paintings on the wall inside...
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow



Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow



Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

I went further ahead to realize it was a recreation room for the kids...There were several toys in there and the children were busy enjoying them with their parents watching over...The room was designed keeping the Jungle-Book theme in mind!
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


So after exploring the restaurant I headed back to my table. On my way back I also spotted a television set for guests who would like to catch up on the evening news or the match score.


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow




Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

That`s me sitting poisedly after having taken a guided tour of the restaurant ready to be served the delicacies.

IndianBeautyReviewer at the Spice Caves Restaurant | Lucknow


First I was offered a damp towelette for wiping and freshening up my hands...
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
Then served was cold bottled water, assorted pickles n chutneys and the serviette was beautifully folded. What struck me most was the cutlery which was a blend of copper and modern textured silver. 
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

The menu was offered and I chose a few dishes from the Chinese as well as the Indian categories. I was told that the complete menu of the restaurant is available on the zomato website in case one would like to pre-order or makeup one`s mind in advance what he/she would like to have once they reach the restaurant.


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
For drinks I ordered a good old Mojito with mint leaves, lime juice, crushed ice with soda and sprite. It is one of my favorite mocktails and is a great summer refreshment. 

Mojito : Price 145 INR/-


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


I love this click :)
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
I mentioned to the connoisseur that my favorite cuisine was Chinese so in starters he suggested me to try Crispy Mushroom with Baby Corn. It was so delicious and I am happy I ordered it. It had fried mushroom and baby corn pieces in salt and pepper sauteed in chinese sauce. So very yum.

Crispy Mushroom with Baby Corn : Price 145 INR/-

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Then it was time for main course ... I ordered one dish from Indian and one from Chinese category. I also ordered two kinds of Indian Breads. I skipped the rice that day as I had already had lots of rice to my heart`s content during lunch that day. Also, I only ordered vegetarian dishes since I am one.


Mushroom Kaleji Chef Special : Price 265 INR/-
Mushrooms cooked in a special gravy with traditional spices

This was a delightful rich dish loaded with mouth watering mushrooms in a creamy gravy with a hearty mix of spices. anyone who loves mushrooms would go head-over-heels for it just like I did.



Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow




Chilly Paneer : Price 265 INR/-
Cube Cottage Cheese in Chilly Sauce

A good old chinese chilly paneer has always been my favorite. I like a little extra gravy/sauce in my dishes and that is what I was served. I am more used to a much spicier and redder looking chilly paneer and to my liking it was a little bland. I would have preferred a spicier version of this dish but nevertheless I still enjoyed it. The cottage cheese pieces were fresh and had the perfect soft rubbery texture.


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
Stuffed Nan : Price 95 INR/-
Indian bread stuffed with vegetables


The stuffed nan was super soft and succulent. It was stuffed to its utmost capacity which made it amazing. I enjoyed it thoroughly.
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
Tandoori Roti : Price 35 INR/-
Indian bread cooked in tandoor


I ordered Tandoori Roti without any butter/ghee yet the roti was super soft and the dough tasted very fresh. It has bits of fresh finely chopped coriander which was giving it a lovely taste. They were baked to perfection.
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
After a hearty meal its was time for dessert. A fabulous meal is never complete without a mouth watering dessert. There wern`t many choices in dessert unfortunately, but a good old sundae icecream in a cup is not only a lovely sight but a perfect sweet ending to a mouth watering meal. Children and adults both love this non-fussy dessert.

Icecream Sundae : Price 75 INR/-
Vanilla Icecream, Strawberry Icecream, Chocolate Icecream, Butter Scotch Icecream, Nuts, Fruits
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow


Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
Thats me again enjoying the sundae after savouring the delicious meal.
Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

After thoroughly enjoying my dessert I thought the lovely night had come to an end but to my surprise I was offered a Pan Shot which was a Pan flovored creamy milky drink which contained Pan (betel leaf), and other digestive spices. I have only ever had it in Spice Caves and never before. It was so yummy and I appreciated it so much that I was offered another one by the connoisseur. This is a must try if you ever visit Spice Caves. 

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow

Spice Caves Restaurant Review | Lucknow
I would like to thank the team of Spice Caves, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow who were so warm and welcoming. Their food and hospitality was amazing and I truly felt like royalty. It was an experience to remember. I would definately urge you all to visit the restaurant to experience the taste and ambience yourselves. I am sure it would be wonderful !

C U Soon :X


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Maybelline Dream Lumitouche Concealer in Buff Chamois

Nyx Eyeshadow Base in ESB01

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Colobar  USA Definer Lip Liner in Creamy Nude 006

Colobar  USA Lipstick in 16 Peach Peach

WetnWild Megaslicks Lippgloss in Sunglaze

Coastal Scents 56 Eyeshadow and Blush Palette

3 Concept Eyes Highlighter in Pink

The Body Shop Bronzer in 04 Honey

Mac Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Medium

Colobar  USA Skin Stay the Day Finishing Mist



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Hey Everyone,

Stud Pleo this side ;) 
Kisses to all the Baby PHATs out there... I mean the Pretty Hot n Tempting ladies reading this review Muah, Muah, Muah :***


My momma (aka IBR) gave me this opportunity to write a review about about some of my favorite treats I have been enjoying lately. I was sent these for reviewing by the lovely Nikki who is the owner of http://www.barkonbarkery.com/


Nikki, who absolutely loves all the furries like me makes some wholesome nutritious, homemade treats at her home baked doggie bakery. After having eaten my fill to exploding point I want to share my experience with all of you pals out there. You wont be able to help but bark for more. Woof Woof Woof!!!


Pleo Endorsing Veg Kibble treat by BarkonBarkery

So after I told Nikki that my momma feeds me doggie treats every single day for no particular reason or probably coz I`m a very good n handsome boy and also that I`m a converted vegan like my mom (We both give into the non-veg temptation sometimes...Well, what can I say, Never say Never dudettes!), Nikki sent me two treats that  she thought I might like. One was the Veg Kibble and the other one was the Gluten Free Kibble. 







Pleo Endorsing Veg Kibble treat by BarkonBarkery

 Veg Kibble treat by BarkonBarkery

So as soon as the treats arrived, my momma opened one of them and offered them to me. They looked so yummy n cute n all I wanted to do was chomp chomp chomp on them but momma tempted me for some time ...(So Mean of her -saying this with an angry face)... she let me smell them for a minute or two to let me decide if I wanted them or not (Ohhh, How much I wanted them...bhuuaaahh!!!)...Little did she remember that I`m a Gundog and a Labrador and that I had literally smelled the treats from a kilometer away even before the courier boy rang the bell...ting tong ... and I had made up my mind that something delicious is on its way! It was only when my eyes grew wider n wider with anticipation and I had to even obey her `sit-down` command (btw I half climbed the bed for them :P) did she let me savour them. Oh how amazing they tasted!!! Yummmmmm....
The brownish yellow colored Veg Kibble had a firm exterior but a very soft n chewy interior and same with the dark brown Gluten Free Kibble which she kept away for later on... My momma even crushed a few Veg Kibbles between her fingers to see if they can be pressed all the way and all I was thinkin was please please please don`t waste them ! They seemed so freshly baked and smelled so good that I had 5 -6 of them starightaway in the first go. Momma then kept them away but I insisted that I wanted a few more which I managed to get, he he he :))) Oh what a Heavenly feeling I got that day! God Bless Nikki for sending them to me ! Needless to say that I finished all of them in the days to come.

Pleo Endorsing Veg Kibble treat by BarkonBarkery

Pleo Endorsing Veg Kibble treat by BarkonBarkery
So then I reminded mommy one day by poking my nose constantly into my drawer in which were safely kept the Gluten Free Kibbles for later use by me. When the packet was opened after a week to 10 days, the Gluten Free Kibbles were spoilt...They had become infected coz they supposedly had an expirey date as the treats are freshly made and don`t have any preservatives which mom didn`t knew about or I`m sure she would have fed them to me earlier. Oh what a spoiler!:((( But if this would have been mentioned on the packaging then I would have consumed them earlier. Anyways so we threw away the Gluten Free Kibbles and mom even spoke to Nikki about them who said the same thing which is to throw them out. She told us that the treats are freshly baked, they are all natural, chemical free and when an order arrives and they last only a few days so should be consumed quickly before they go bad. But I do feel that the Manufacture and Expiry date should be mentioned on the packaging. Additional details about the treats are given on the website which must be read. So we logged on and discovered a whole range to treats and delicacies ... They even had the option of ordering special Barkalicious Birthday Cakes for us furries which can even be eaten by our pet parents ... How cool is that!

Veg Kibbles : Quantity & Price : Rs. 599/- per Kg
A meat free diet for our veggie eating paw-pals, that is loaded with proteins from lentils, made "Barkalicious" with fresh green vegetables and finished off with a special herb mix for health and yumminess!

Gluten Free Kibbles : Quantity & Price : Rs. 799/- per Kg
"Barkalicious" option for our fur pals suffering from wheat allergy. Loaded with fresh meat for protein and balanced with herbs and vegetables for overall health, this kibble is sure to tickle those sniff buds.

Gluten Free Kibble by BarkonBarkery

Gluten Free Kibble gone bad after several days of not using it

So my dear Baby PHAT lovelies, heres Pleo signing off  ( time for my fruit snack, pure vegan you know ;) and saying please log onto barkonbarkery.com and place your order now for your furry baby. I guarantee it wud be wag-worthy!

Momma says C U Soon :x