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    Tamarind

    4.1 (166 reviews)
    PriceyIndian
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:15 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Upscale
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    RAGADA PAPDI CHAAT
 tangy white peas with papdi chaat
    Stephanie S.

    Friends recommended Tamarind Kitchen and it did not disappoint. We arrived early and they were able to seat us promptly. Service from start to finish was exceptional. We ordered the Chef's Tasting Menu and it was quite good. I found the butter chicken was slightly bland for my tastes and the pepper sauce for the prawns was not my favorite. Everything else was spot on and delicious. I had a Hibiscus cocktail to start; a glass of Valpolicello with my meal and a glass of Sauternes with dessert. It was a bit too easy to hear the other tables around us, so a bit noisier than I'd expect for an upscale restaurant. I would gladly eat here again.

    Carly S.

    You can't find Indian food like this in the States! Every dish was beautifully presented, with flavors that are bold yet delicate. Truly a unique and unforgettable experience.

    Rose Coupette- Sapling Vodka, Rhubarb, Vanilla, Rose, Lychee, and Jasmine Foam
    Juvi G.

    I just have to start off by saying that this isn't the best Indian cuisine I've tried in London; that being said, it's also not the worst. It really depends on what you order. They have just about everything you could want on both the drinks and food menu. The problem is that only a few of the items really stand out and make you feel like you're getting what you paid for. This restaurant also encourages sharing, so you may want to bring a friend or two to get the most out of your experience. I only tried 2 of the cocktails, and while they didn't taste bad, there was something missing in both of them. If you like a good Old Fashioned, however, they have a Ghee-Washed Old Fashioned with fig liqueur that went down smoother than most I've had. Wine is also available by the glass or bottle. The food menu is almost panic-inducing with how many options there are. You can either go for one of their fixed menus where you get to choose one of a few items as a starter, a main, and dessert. Or, you can opt for the À La Carte and enjoy a bit more variety. Most of the things my friend and I ordered were pretty good, but nothing enormously special. Most things were either too spicy - mind you, we both like our spicy foods, so this was a bit much - or just underwhelming, like the Venison Kebabs that lacked a balance in flavor. The best thing I had was the spiced broccoli. As weird as it sounds, I've rarely tasted such a crispy and satisfying vegetable. The space itself has its own charm. It's part restaurant, part kitchen. So, if you like to watch your food being made, you're in for a treat. If not, you'll most likely find this place distracting.

    Merrill O.

    This was a pretty solid dining experience, though given the choice between here and Jamavar, I would probably choose Jamavar. Still, service was good, the setting was nice, and most of the dishes were quite good. And the Ghee-Washed Old Fashioned was spectacular for a pre-dinner drink! Cheers!

    Lobster
    Sandeep P.

    We went to Tamarind for dinner last night and they had some of best food I've had. Ever. The Kebabs, the Lobster, the Lamb Chops, and the Chocolate Cake. All amazing. The Prawn Curry, however, was too hot and slightly watery.

    Lobster... amazing and just a bit spicy... the perfect amount ...
    Rosemarie G.

    Excellent experience. Incredibly helpful staff. The food is great and the ambiance is lovely. Centrally located, easy to get to.

    Nika B.

    Delicious one Michelin star experience! The food here was fantastic, the drinks were creative and delicious, and the service was great. My spouse is Indian and we were both pleasantly surprised with how delicious and authentic the cuisine was, I guess to be expected from a one Michelin star restaurant! We especially loved the cocktails. One of the cocktails we ordered was fat washed with ghee which lent the drink an incredibly complex flavor profile. We will definitely be back next time we're in London.

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    Delicious food with excellent service. Great service by Austin. Ten out of ten recommend

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    Dishoom - Breakfast Naan Sandwich

    Dishoom

    4.5(3k reviews)
    0.9 miCovent Garden
    £££

    How did I not know Dishoom existed until now? Visiting London from California, this ended up being…read moreone of the highlights of our trip. It has to be some of the best Indian food I've had outside of India. The little complimentary chai while you wait in line is such a thoughtful touch and really sets the tone. Even though there was a queue, it moved surprisingly quickly. Once inside, the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. As for the food... every dish we ordered was outstanding. Rich flavors, perfectly balanced spices, and you can tell a lot of care goes into every plate. Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. If you're in London, don't overthink it. Just get in line, enjoy the chai, order what sounds good, and have a fantastic meal. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town.

    I just do not understand the hype surrounding this restaurant. It's hard to get a reservation and…read morethere's a long queue to get a table without one. I just don't get it. In my opinion, there are 2 main things to know about Dishoom: it's an Indian restaurant that is a chain, with 11 locations worldwide. The food is really good for a chain, bit it doesn't begin to come close to a restaurant that takes care of of its individual customers. Walking in, there's lots of energy. People are having a good time, there's no question. We were seated upstairs where there must have been around 40 tables. All of the staff are walking around in a hurry, cause everything here is in a hurry. The intention is to get you our in less than an hour. They want you in, through, and out. I saw this with multiple tables. Our server Yanko came to our table quite promptly and helped us make selections, both for food and drinks. For the first time in my experience eating in a restaurant, the appetizers arrived minutes before our cocktails. They came so fast that we didn't even think it was our order. And then moments after the drinks arrived, all of the main dishes and sides were placed on the table. With no way to keep anything warm. All of this with 10 minutes of placing the order. I appreciate prompt service, but this takes it to an absurd extreme. Our appetizers included the house Chaat and prawn koliwada. I enjoyed the prawns more but the flavors were facile, not close to what I expect and have enjoyed in excellent Indian restaurants. The main dishes were the Goan monkfish curry and Sali Goan. These were also just OK, absolutely nothing special. The cheese naan was soggy, though the flavor was good. This was an unacceptable texture for a naan. Dessert was Basmati Kheer, flavorful Basmati rice with fruit compote on top. In between and unneeded, was a thin layer of creme brulee. I did enjoy my tea: ginger, lemon and honey and my wife liked her mint tea. I do not know the restaurant scene in Edinburgh, we've been here for 4 days. But this is just not a place I'deven consider returning to. It's really a factory that feeds folks, not a restaurant that cares for its customers. The business model had been optimized to maximize income with lots of throughput. What's been almost completely lost in my opinion, is the heart and soul of the dining experience.

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    Dishoom - English Breakfast Assam

    English Breakfast Assam

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    Dishoom - Paneer Tikka

    Dishoom

    4.5(873 reviews)
    0.5 miSoho
    ££

    I wish I had taken more pictures so I could reminisce on this meal when I am not able to enjoy it…read morein person. This restaurant was recommended to me by someone who comes here whenever they're in London and it did not disappoint. There is indoor and outdoor seating, and the restaurant is very busy/popular. I decided to have lunch on my own and there was about a 15 minute wait. All of the staff I interacted with were very kind, and the inside of the restaurant is dimly lit so it sets a cool and intimate vibe. It's a very vibrant atmosphere. The menu had so many delicious options to choose from. I went with the vegetable samosas to start and a fresh nimbu soda which was very refreshing. For my main dish I had the chicken ruby and a said of garlic naan. Everything was so incredibly fresh. The food was served as soon as it was done being prepared and the flavors were immaculate!!!! 10 out of 10! No notes! And I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking. For delicious Indian food.

    Dishoom literally never fails to disappoint. My first experience was at Convent Garden location and…read morethe Carnaby location was just as amazing! We managed to snag a reservation here before coming to London on a Saturday around 6:30 PM. We got there right on time and and our table was ready immediately. We had great booth in the back of the restaurant so it wasn't too loud. We all ordered some drinks when we sat down and opted for a Kingfisher to drink. For appetizers, we got some samosas and chili chicken which were delicious! They also gave us some of these rice crackers with different sauces which were delicious. For our entrees, we got some biryani, ruby chicken and rice, malai chicken, the gunpowder potatoes and 3 orders of naan! It was all delicious! The biryani with the yogurt sauce is my personal favorite but their garlic naan is great too. For dessert, we got the chocolate cake and I opted for the chai to end the meal which was delicious! This meal was stunning and you must stop by Dishoom while in London.

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    Dishoom - Wrestler's Naan Roll

    Wrestler's Naan Roll

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    Gymkhana - chicken butter masala + bread basket

    Gymkhana

    4.3(293 reviews)
    0.3 miMayfair
    ££££

    I managed to get a weekday lunch reservation for one at 2:30pm, and snagged a table by the window…read morewith a great view of the main dining room. For me, Gymkhana absolutely lived up to the hype. Although they offer a set lunch menu, I went à la carte to try exactly what I wanted: Chicken Butter Masala, an Indian Onion & Green Chilli Salad, and Garlic Naan (which I appreciated they offer in single pieces). For drinks, I started with their signature Masala Margarita, paired the meal with a Salty Masala Lassi, and finished with a Masala Chai. It was more food than I usually eat, but it was too good not to finish. Every dish was outstanding--bold, layered flavors with distinct character. It really highlighted how exceptional Indian cuisine can be. The drinks had creative twists and complemented the food beautifully. Service was warm, attentive, and efficient without ever feeling formal or rushed. I could tell the staff would gladly accommodate special requests if needed. It was all very deserving of its two Michelin stars. Total bill: GBP 94 including drinks, service, etc. One tip for first-time visitors: go easy on the rice and bread. The other dishes are far too good to fill up on carbs.

    The most incredible meal €75 pp prixe fix lunch includes:…read morePappad and chutney tasting Aloo chaat Choice of appetizers: we went for chicken kebab an salmon cafreal - both of which were incredible Mains we did butter chicken which was truly once of the best I've ever had and keema pav - which could be skipped. Next time I would go for the prawn curry instead. Mains came with a side of daal and saag which were absolutely delicious! The taste of the tandoor comes through in every single bite. Overall, a 10/10 experience, and a must hit when in London. Incredible attentive service and absolutely gorgeous interiors

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    Gymkhana - Achari Paneer Tikka, Fig, Cashew Nut, Corn Chaat (Appetizer in Lunch Menu (~£60))

    Achari Paneer Tikka, Fig, Cashew Nut, Corn Chaat (Appetizer in Lunch Menu (~£60))

    Gymkhana - Kasoori Chicken Tikka, Moong Sprouts, Kasundi Kachumber (Appetizer in Lunch Menu (~£60))

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    Kasoori Chicken Tikka, Moong Sprouts, Kasundi Kachumber (Appetizer in Lunch Menu (~£60))

    Dishoom - Pathia Prawns

    Dishoom

    4.5(818 reviews)
    3.3 miShoreditch
    ££

    Probably our top meal in London. Before I talk about the food, I want to highlight excellent…read moreservice. One of our group has a tomato allergy and we weren't sure how much of a selection he would have. The waitress went back and redlined the menu to show what he could have, what he couldn't, and what they might be able to alter. Super nice and it didn't take more than a few minutes. As for the food, a-maz-ing Indian. I recommend their prawn special - not too spicy but very flavor forward. The naan was a nice side to order as well. This location is fairly big with seating on the main floor, downstairs, and outside in a cover lounge area. We had a reservation, although they probably could have handled us if we didn't. That said, it was a busy weekend and the place looked fairly full by the time we left, so maybe grab a reservation. Enjoy!

    Not just "hyped", dishoom deserves the recognition!…read more SERVICE Amazing service, easy to make reservations online, and easy to check in and get seated once your entire party has arrived. INSIDE Spacious, clean, and plenty of seating both upstairs and down. MENU For larger parties, they recommend their prefix menu which includes a various sampling of lots of delicious items. FOOD 10/10 I haven't eaten Indian food much, but was thoroughly impressed. From my mango lassi which was perfectly sweetened and tart to buttered buns, fried okra, black Dahl, garlic naan, and lamb skewers, everything was delicious. I esp loved the lamb skewers! We ordered a side of garlic naan with cheese which is basically a quesadilla and it was super cheesy and delicious as well. OVERALL Would def recommend Dishoom when visiting London. It'll definitely be a hit in your books!

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    Dining Room

    Dishoom - Fried okra, butter buns

    Fried okra, butter buns

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    Bar waiting area

    Brigadiers - Tandoori Masala Jheenga (£24)

    Brigadiers

    4.6(72 reviews)
    2.4 miThe City

    After going down a Reddit hole determined to find a less touristy Indian restaurant, I was so glad…read moreto have come across this place. The service was amazing. As soon as you walk in, they offer to hang your coat. The young lady who was our server for the evening gave us the best recommendations--I wish I knew her name. She was so patient with our many questions and didn't steer us wrong. My friends and I started with the wings as an appetizer. They had the perfect amount of grill flavor and were very saucy and well seasoned. There was no classy way to eat them--they were that good. For our entrées, we ordered the goat shoulder and the half rack of lamb chops. The half rack is more than enough for one person, especially with naan and rice. The reviewers were not lying when they said you must try the lamb chops. They came out sizzling, and we laughed because it took us back to dining at Chili's (iykyk). Perfectly seasoned and incredibly tender. The same goes for the goat shoulder. This was my first time trying it, and I was very impressed with how good it tasted. While I'm not usually a dessert person, you must try the carrot pastry. Think of it like a McDonald's apple pie (the old-school one), but with warm carrot filling on the inside and a sprinkle of pistachio on the outside--just 10x better. Everything here tasted spectacular, including the chili naan. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes.

    This was the Indian place we chose in London and I'm so happy we did. Gorgeous decor, warm and…read morewelcoming service and exceptional food. The best part of our meal was making new friends with the two young gentlemen at the table next to us. My husband and I were twice their age but we all enjoyed lively conversation and watched the football game together on the television as we sat in the outside garden area. This restaurant was right near Watling street where we pub hopped in the shadow of St. Paul's cathedral. London is magical and Brigadier's is part of that magic.

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    Brigadiers - The bar area

    The bar area

    Brigadiers - Afghani Lamb Ribeye Kebab Skewers (£13)

    Afghani Lamb Ribeye Kebab Skewers (£13)

    Brigadiers - Tandoori Masala Jheenga (£24)

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    Tandoori Masala Jheenga (£24)

    Tamarind - indpak - Updated June 2026

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