I've been to this place dozens of times over the past 8 or so years and they are consistently good. My most recent trip was the first time in 2.5 years (I don't live in London and Covid has kept me away sadly) and it's still solid. Talking with the owner, I learned that supply chain issues have affected their menu a bit...but most of my favorites were still there. Chicken kali mirch and saag bhaji are always faves. The lamb chops are great (also the railway lamb curry is a fave). Service is consistently good. Good to know: they don't take Amex. Can't wait to return. read more

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Was looking for a nice Indian place for a Friday night dinner. After calling many est India has availability. The food was good. Lots of taste lots of flavor. I started with the Papri chaat which was nicely appointed and flavored. Keena pav next which was ok. Not a lot of flavor or taste. I would not do it again. Kashmiri lamb chops appetizer was fantastic. Tender and fresh made to perfection. Your taste buds will explode. Railway lamb curry was my closing dish and was excellent. Not very spicy but nicely appointed. Great cap to a great meal. Very great neighborhood as well. read more

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tl;dr great Indian food in a cozy and modern space, no BYOB = peaceful ambience I didn't know this, but it turns out most Indian places in the UK are BYOB. Sometimes though, you just want to enjoy good Indian food without the associated racket of noisy people really, really enjoying their alcohol. This place offers that respite. The general consensus is that the food met our high standards. The Samosa Chat was very flavorful and well spiced, probably our favorite part of the meal. The Bhindi dish was as good as other places I've had. The Lamb Curry (forget which one, it was creamy and very curry-like in consistency), was not what I expected - it was like a spicy version of Tiki Masala, which is fine, but I prefer more substance in my curry. Nevertheless it was very tasty, and the lamb chunks was cooked just right. Finally, the Peshwari Naan was delicious, I love a little sweet to go with my savory curries. The only caveat is that, especially as an American, we find the prices to be a little dear. We still think it is worth it though. read more

The worst experience ever in London. Staff was rude and unprofessional from the beginning. Didnt even ask about water or the spice level of food. Talked to the manager and forget about his response, he wasn't able to respond properly. read more

I was here with my mom on a trip from the US. We live in a very big Indian community near DC, but surprisingly my mom had never had Indian food. Given that I heard that Indian food was great in london, I wanted to give it a go. We first went to Mango Indian, but because they could not seat up in a reasonable time they sent us to Est.India down the road. It did not disappoint. My mom had the chicken korma and I had butter chicken. We also ordered garlic naan and lahsooni baingan, which was amazing. Everything tasted great and the staff was very accommodating and nice. I started off the meal asking what they would recommend for my mom and the waiter offered a great suggestion that considered her level of spice tolerance and taste. He was clearly concerned she would not be happy and she was actually very happy with the food. I thought service was outstanding and I left happy and full! read more

Love this place. Amazing food, good service and reasonable prices. We started our meal with veggie samosas, spicy! I ordered the lamb tiki masala, hot! It wasn't as hot as I wanted it but it was still good and flavorful. My husband ordered the chicken tiki masala, mild. He tolerated it well. He's not a fan of Indian food but he did like his entree. We also ordered the plain basmati rice and plain Naan. Ok, we had to get a second order of Naan... mmm it was so good! We came hungry... so no time for photos... food came quickly and we devoured it. Why is Indian food so much better out here than in the US? Don't forget to check in, you get a free small dish with checkin on Yelp :) read more

After a night out drinking with my team decided to pop in once more. A modern stylish restaurant with a decent menu and a professional website. Was busy at 10 pm when we landed which was a good sign. We ordered the Kebab platter and Pappadams for starters and they were pretty good and nicer than last times. Were delicately cooked. We then ordered the mains - Methi Chicken (fenugreek), Kerala Chicken, Dal Tadka and Gobi Mattar (Cauliflower and Peas) and an assortment of Indian breads and rice. All dishes were of good lip smacking quality This time we went for the Gulab Jamun (Indian Desert) and it was warm and fresh, just the way I like it. Over all decent place and good night out, the team loved the food and to be honest I enjoyed it too. This has prompted me to update it to a 4! Do try the place you! read more

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Came to this Indian restaurant on the south side of center London and was rather impressed. No doubt about it, when in London, it's all about the chicken tikka masala. At first, it smells like the crappy jarred mess one would buy back in NYC but it tastes much much MUCH better. Full of spices and packs quite a spicy kick making it nothing like I ever had back home. Just as good was something called Rail Car Lamb. The saag was spicy and delicious as well. Portions aren't so big and everything is a la carte so you can rack up a hefty tab here and service, though cold, was courteous. Will definitely be back and recommended. read more

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Ordered via Deliveroo Bhindi Masala, Kadai Paneer, Bhatti Ka Murgh, Malai Jhinga with 2 Rotis and Rice Taste: Da Bomb!!! The okra (bhindi) was spiced just right as was the paneer. Tasted home made rather than the greasy, creamy restaurant food. The chicken had a different spice compared to usual tandoori spices, but it hit the spot. Usually Rotis are small and become hard by the time you get them. These were hot and layered. Yum!!! The pilau rice was lightly spiced and went well with the two entrees. Big portions for main course. Well worth the 44.30£ Now I regret doing the takeaway instead of dining in. Keep doing whatever you doing, guys!!! read more

We were sent here from Mango. That was a blessing this place was amazing. My husband and I enjoyed papadum and chutney for starters, shared the mixed grilled meats, chicken korma badami and sag aloo. We also had a bottle of wine! The food was delicious, definitely a great detour! read more

Est. India - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

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Had just a day trip to London with my boyfriend who was visiting. We knew getting Indian cuisine was a must before leaving and while we were hustling to find some grub before our bus to take us back to our hotel. We stumbled across this place. Going into the restaurant was a nicely dim-lit ambiance and it was clear many tables were already on reservations for the night but luckily we were able to be seated. Service was good! Waiters & Waitresses were respectful and attentive to us while still giving us all the time we needed to decide on our entrees. My boyfriend settled on Chicken Tiki Masala and I went with their Lamb Curry. We checked in on yelp which allowed us a free appetizer (Garlic Nan) which was great! We had a delightful meal and went back with happy stomachs! :) Highly recommend for a nice dinner out with friends or significant others! read more

I always like to go out for a curry when I'm in the UK because it's usually phenomenal, and Est. India was no exception. We met up with a friend living in London on his recommendation (always ask the locals). I had the kerala curry with lamb (£9.45). It says chicken on the menu, but they were able to make the swap, no problem. The lamb was tender and the curry was so flavorful, with wonderful spices and just the right amount of heat (for me). My husband had a spicier dish, but I still found it delicious. Our friend had the jalfrezi, which he said was the best and hottest jalfrezi he's ever had. We also ordered basmati rice (£2.50) and garlic and coriander (cilantro) naan (£2.95) to go along with the curries. The rice was good, but not really necessary because the naan was filling and possibly the best garlic naan I've ever had. It was perfect. So, order more naan instead of rice! Service was good and non-intrusive; make sure you ask for the bill or you'll be sitting there awhile. We made reservations for a weekday at 6:30, but it looked like there were plenty of seats. The restaurant itself was classy, upscale, and nicely decorated. But that doesn't really matter...go for the food! read more

You know when you're out and receive an amazing starter, your expectations for main skyrocket, This is one of this places - and they don't fail to deliver. Served up a tasting plate, 5 tasty morsels, great for the indecisive (guilty), accompanied by crunchy fresh pappadum, Deliciously chewy naans, and ample sauces & chutneys for dipping and wiping. Ordering a selection of curries for mains, all of which were amazing in quality, generous is serve and tasty with a depth of flavour that wasn't just blow the head off spice. The waiter was able to tell out needs for a dessert and brought out some tasty treats for us to end the night on. I was saddened the didn't have my favourite indian dessert but the sweet balls and carrot dish were sweet and tasty, without feeling like we downed a plate of sugar. My non fish eating friend was surprised he was eating a piece of fish and happily, which is quite the coup. There is a tasty range of non standard beers, which our waiter was familiar across, as he was the most of the menu. read more

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My family enjoys Indian food very much so when wanted to taste an authentic food while visiting London from California. My husband found this place from Yelp. The food was so authentic and delic and SPICY! But we asked for Raita a cold cucumber yogurt dish that compliments the spicy food. We used the Yelp checkin to get a free appetizer. The service was little slow because there was only two people working and almost all the tables were occupied. read more

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Came here as part of a dinner with several colleagues. We ordered a wide variety of items, all exceptional: Jalfrezi, samosas, and an appetizer platter full of varieties of meat. The service was solid top to bottom and had a nice selection of beers, although we went with the standard giant "cobra". Great Indian food at great prices, and the jalfrezi had the perfect amount of heat! read more

Good food, great flavours! Service was good as well. Lighting in the place is nice in some parts and horrible in others. Don't sit in the back. read more

Yummy and charming indian spot. Everything was good, service was quick and it was not overly crowded read more

A truly excellent option. I ate here twice over several days and the quality was high both times. This is fusion Indian, adapted for Western palates. The curries are fragrant and not too spicy, while retaining a smoothness and slight kick. Papadams are crisp, and the rice and naan are top notch. Side veggies are a good idea, although the serving amount in one curry will satisfy most moderate eaters. I didn't try the dessert but the wine list is moderately priced and well selected. Is this the best Indian I've ever had? No, but it is a reliably solid, tasty, and moderately-expensive option. That's a high rating in my book. read more

Great food, fantastic service in a surprisingly secluded part of Central London. We decided to share 5 veggie dishes, all unique, loads of flavour and a varied choice. We will definitely be back. read more

Yum! We tried to eat at Mango Tree but they were all booked up so they sent us here, their sister establishment. This place was much larger, looked cleaner, and it was much less busy so if you're in a similar pickle, I suggest you do the same. We shared everything. We got an order of papadums, meat samosas, chicken jalfrezi, a side order of lentils, and a side order of the aubergine. Oh, and of course we got some garlic and coriander naan. Every dish was delicious. The chicken was quite spicy, which we appreciated, but also seasoned really nicely. The aubergine was tender and delicious. The lentils were flavorful. The naan was fluffy. And the samosas, which were done with phyllo dough (which I haven't really seen before) were possibly my favorite dish of the meal. The staff are really friendly and the service is quick. I definitely recommend this place. read more

German below. Deutsch unten. Nice, personal atmosphere, good interiors. Meal was good, but nothing spectacular. Good vegetarian and vegan options. U can choose little dishes around 4 £, I liked that. Very good and friendly service!!! I liked most the okra dishes. German // Deutsch: Schöne Atmosphäre, super eingerichtet: modern und stylisch. Essen war gut. Viele vegetarische und vegane Optionen. Man kann mehrere kleine Portionen um die 4 £ bestellen. Hab aber ehrlich gesagt auch schon besser gegessen. Besonders gut: Okra Schoten Samosa: ok Linsen sind eher wie eine Suppe. Das Personal ist Top. Sehr sehr nett und immer zur Stelle. read more

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Delicious food. Had the chicken tikka masala and very much enjoyed the natural flavors of tomato and light yogurt. Veggie samosas and cheese naan are also worth having with the mint, spicy, and mango sauces they serve with meal. Friendly staff make for an all around great experience. read more

Est. India - Chicken tikka and sauces - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Very nice place, authentic place with authentic indian food. Free shot on house from Mr. Kahn nailed it, 5 stars without any doubts. read more

Est. India - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Atmosphere decent so an extra star. I'm beginning to understand the difference with U.K. Indian food, much like American Chinese food. It is not authentic Indian by far, but perhaps it has been around to satisfy Caucasian tastes long enough to be considered its own cuisine, which i very much do not enjoy. The quintessential British Indian dish is the chicken tikka masala. Here, it tasted like canned Campbell tomato soup, barely any extra spices, just sweet thick tomato sauce. I grew up with real Indian spices in the metro Vancouver area. I've had better tikka masala curry from hippy grocery stores in Seattle. My coworker's non tomato based curry was much better and the chaat appetizer was decent. The tikka masala is U.K. Indian food and maybe that's just how it is. read more

Excellent (westernized) Indian food in casual surroundings. Ate here twice when I stayed nearby, and would go again. All dishes were good, wine selection was decent. service was pleasant (guy at the bar gave me a heavy "taste" of a wine to try -- almost a full glass -- while I was waiting - gave me a wave and a nod to show it was on purpose). You likely don't need reservations but you may have to wait at peak meal times -- place had plenty of customers both times I was there. read more

Not authentic Indian food in my opinion. Tried the chicken Frankie and the Keema pav. The chicken Frankie was just ok and the Keema pav was bland and oily. The service was nothing to write home about. Overall, a rather forgettable experience. read more

Very good dinner experience! We enjoyed the Pav Bhaji and Samosa Chat to start our meal and had the Kerala Chicken Curry and Bhutani Lamb as our entrees. More than enough food, and very flavorful and tasty! read more

Great service, great food! We had a good time. Wandered in, got a table, had some spicy and some not so spicy food, all delicios! Everybody happy! read more

Home away from home!! Their pav Bhaji was awesome. It was great to eat here after being jet lagged and tired.

Really good Indian. Sat at the bar and the bartender was really nice. Had a lamb curry that had a decent amount of spice but was not insanely hot. I also got tandoori broccoli which I'd never heard of. Just like tandoori chicken, it was marinaded in yogurt then grilled. Really paired well with my curry. read more

Do not order the chicken tikka masala. It's just roasted chicken with little or no spices, nowhere near the pinkish orange color of a real tandoori chicken tikka, and the masala was basically tomato sauce from a can. No resemblance what so ever to Indian food. Very disappointing. read more

I loved the service here. The prawn curry and the cauliflower dish were excellent. Each bite was packed with flavor.

That was an amazing curry! Seriously tasty starter, delicious beer (highly recommend the Hitachino Nest), good mains and yummy dessert. Our waiter Jewel was excellent! He knows what he is talking about! read more

I strongly believe you can judge a good restaurant just by a single classic dish. For example, chicken parm at an Italian restaurant, pad Thai at Thai restaurant, etc... For Indian, I judge by the gulab jamun! Est. Indian has the best I have ever eaten in my life, and I have eaten a lot of gulab jamun. Naturally, the food is as good and very well prepared. I am hesitant to give 5 stars only because I want to keep this place just to myself, but of course that just wouldn't be fair. read more

Decent Indian food closer to London bridge . Easy on pocket . Nothing outstanding but nothing bad too.

This unprepossessing restaurant in a neighborhood not well travelled by visitors to London, unless they have been to the Tate Modern, is is worth the detour in a big way. I have eaten plenty of Indian food in my life but the take here on some pretty standard fare is remarkable. I can only speak to two dishes, the ubiquitous sagg bahji (chopped spinach with spices) was unlike any I've tasted, not wet and slippery but dryish and filled with flavor, garlic and cardamon being the only ones recognized. The chicken kali mirch (apparently a new dish for them) is stunning and rich in a cream sauce with tomatoes masala, lots of black pepper, crushed cashews and onions. With chutneys (also great for what they are) pappadoms and a bottle of beer, it costs around £23 ($30), a stunning bargain for for what you are receiving. Bravo! read more

Decent food but server charged for more than one of the same item when we just ordered one. The server then argued with us when we asked him nicely to correct it. Could have been five stars. But we left embarrassed, belittled and regretful for coming here. Be careful with this place! Unfortunately, we won't be back read more

Subpar Indian food compared to other Indian restaurants just a few blocks away from this one.

Looked after and treated well. The influence of Persia and Iran is heavily felt here. |This fits well with the name as Iran had established itself in India. The railway curry is the clear example of this. This dish was very familiar to an Iranian dish of Khoresht (stew) with Aubergine. The rich tomato sauce with potatoes was very nice and with the lamb cooked in the sauce, it pulled apart so easily. I am a big fan of the Iranian dish and this one too, bringing back memories of my parents cooking. The dish that we all really liked was the special concoction developed by the manager. The mix between jalfrezzi and the bhutani was really good. The aromatic flavour came from frying the onions first and this with a creamy sauce and big bites of chicken were very pleasant. The richness and depth from the spices were a key reason to enjoying this dish. The extra heat from the Jalfrezzi side of things were what my dad especially liked and made sure this dish was well liked by all three of us. read more

The food was ok although a bit spicey. My problem was that they asked you if you wanted still or fizzy water. I assume that still meant tap water, but no, they gave you generic bottled water and proceeded to charge you for it. I should have known to specifically ask for FREE tap water. They also asked if you wanted Papadom, again without mentioning it costed extra. Just let your customers know if something is an added fee, that's all. read more