A stylish, welcoming local restaurant with a broad Sri Lankan, Malaysian and Indian menu that usually delivers bold flavours and friendly service, though a small number of diners report serious execution problems and spice inconsistency.
Roti and Spice delivers strong food quality and attentive service that keeps diners returning to this Green Lanes gem, with stylish design and generous portions adding appeal. However, inconsistent execution across dishes and some uncertainty in review patterns prevent a higher grade, though recent improvements suggest the kitchen is finding its rhythm.
Roti and Spice is a polished neighbourhood restaurant on Green Lanes with a warm, relaxed feel rather than a formal dining-room mood. Reviewers repeatedly mention attractive decor, welcoming staff and smooth service; one describes the lighting and music as cosy enough to turn a quiet weekday into an easygoing evening. It feels like a local find with ambitions beyond ordinary takeaway curry. The kitchen takes a proudly cross-regional route, bringing Sri Lankan, Malaysian, Indian and South Indian dishes together. The strongest feedback centres on richly flavoured curries, nasi lemak, banana-leaf rice, fresh roti and generous portions, while the menu confirms a substantial vegan and vegetarian range. It is an adventurous, flavour-forward menu rather than a narrowly traditional one, and older detailed reviews show that execution can occasionally wobble, especially with spice, temperature and fried items. Families are welcome, and the menu offers practical choices for children including plain rice, fried rice, chicken rolls, fried chicken, mild bread-based dishes and ice cream. That said, sambal, chilli sauces and several curries can be assertive, so ask about spice levels and choose familiar sides for cautious eaters. Family celebrations and larger groups have received particularly positive feedback.
Area vibe: Bustling, multicultural high street known for South Asian and Turkish shops and eateries.
Safety: Generally safe with steady evening footfall but quieter after late night; usual urban precautions advised.
What's nearby: Near Palmers Green centre, local shops, Turkish and South Asian food stores, bus routes and Palmers Green railway/Overground station.
The menu’s best bets range from mutton curry and beef rendang to banana-leaf rice, with fresh roti and dosa rounding out the order.
Expect a friendly neighbourhood setting, but check the spice level and keep some flexibility for occasional service or consistency issues.
The restaurant pairs cosy decor and welcoming service with a lively cross-regional menu spanning Sri Lankan, Malaysian, and Indian cooking.