Welcome to Aahar
Aahar, located at 108 The Highway in New Inn, Pontypool, is a culinary gem offering an exceptional Indian dining experience. Known for its outstanding flavors, diners rave about dishes like the top-notch prawn puree and richly spiced Madras, highlighting the restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients and traditional recipes. The attentive service, featuring thoughtful details like warm plates and quick responses, adds to the inviting atmosphere. Patrons commend Aahar for its friendly staff and good value for money, making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors. With rave reviews echoing its excellence, Aahar truly stands out as a premier destination for Indian cuisine in Wales.
- 108 The Highway, New Inn, Pontypool NP4 0PJ, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 1495 763535
Welcome to Aahar, a culinary haven nestled at 108 The Highway in New Inn, Pontypool, United Kingdom. With its stellar reputation for serving outstanding Indian cuisine, Aahar has quickly become a must-visit destination for food lovers in Wales.
Aahar impresses not only with its delectable dishes but also through excellent service that keeps diners coming back. Guests like Graham Bruce laud the prawn puree and Madras, complemented by the friendly demeanor of staff, particularly a standout named Akhter. His commitment to ensuring a memorable dining experience is echoed across numerous reviews.
A focus on the little details is what sets Aahar apart. As noted by customer Nee Bez, the warmth of the plates and the provision of hand towels add a personal touch that enriches the dining experience. Such thoughtful service is becoming increasingly rare in the fast-paced restaurant world, making Aahar a gem worth discovering.
Each visit promises an impressive selection of flavorful dishes. Whether it’s the expertly spiced Madras or the visually stunning platings that impressed first-timer Leanne, this restaurant excels in marrying flavor with presentation. As Natalie Mears highlights, the variety of food and drinks ensures that there is something for everyone.
Moreover, the value for money at Aahar is commendable. Stuart Keegan and Karon Williams both emphasize the wholesome experience delivered at reasonable prices, making it an ideal choice for casual meals or special occasions. Graham Bruce's review encapsulates it perfectly: "Wales has a little gem here."
To sum up, Aahar is not just a place to dine; it's an experience filled with warmth, flavor, and attentive service. The level of care taken to meet customer needs—echoed in David R Wright’s praise of the staff's politeness—ensures that each visit feels special. If you’re in the area, this is one culinary gem you certainly don’t want to miss!
For reservations, you can reach Aahar at +44 1495 763535. Prepare to embark on a delightful culinary journey!

Outstanding food and service. Monday night very quiet. But staff very professional and quick. Prawn puree was top notch. Madras was full of flavour and spicy. Wales has a little gem here. Akhter was a fine chap very good service!

Always great food. Staff very attentive and give great service. Warm plates, hand towels, taking away finished plates. Little details you don't get anywhere else anymore

Great place! Always have an amazing meal here, fantastic choice of food and drinks and excellent service. Highly recommended

Superb food, excellent friendly service and good value for money. Handy car park too.

The best indian food we've had. Great service, really friendly. Good value. Highly recommend.

Haven't been here in a while but will definitely be going back. Lovely meal this evening.

First visit, very impressed, food was amazing, presented really nice, service very quick. Will definitely be returning.

Absolutely worth a trip to. High quality food served fresh and hot. Attention to customer needs was tremendous. A superb level of politeness and helpfulness. We were very glad have found them.