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    The Banana Leaf

    3.4 (5 reviews)
    ModerateIndian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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    Karachi Cuisine - The Sunrise Mocktail: A tropical blend of orange, pineapple, mango and strawberry.

    Karachi Cuisine

    4.3(7 reviews)
    2.0 miNorbury
    ££

    This place was better than I expected. When I walked in I was greeted by the host behind the…read morecounter and then seated at my table. After talking with the host I found out he was from the US, Arizona to be exact which was pretty cool considering he did have a slight accent. I later found out that he had lived in the UK for about 10, reason for the accent I guess. Now onto the food. I ordered a few appetizers to begin with. I order chicken somosa, fish tikka, and a kebab (which the host gave us complimentary). Not one thing didn't take good, so much so I ordered somosa's to go. From there my main course came. I had butter chicken with rice, boy was it good. I've had Indian food many times before but this one was on a whole other level. The chicken was tender and full of flavor and the rice was super fluffy. All in all great, and the next time I want Indian food here in the UK this will be my go too.

    CHECK RECEIPTS FOR ANY ADDITIONAL CHARGES…read more. I have been a frequent customer of this restaurant for a long time, and I have noticed that their service is consistently poor. Today, I discovered that they have been charging a service charge on my receipts, despite the fact that this is illegal for restaurants and hotels. When I brought this up with the staff, they became defensive and thought that I was arguing with them. However, the receipt clearly states that the service charge is optional, which suggests that the restaurant is engaging in some illegal activity intentionally. I would advise anyone considering dining at this restaurant to check their receipts carefully and be wary of any additional charges.

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    Tarka Daal: Yellow lentil stew tempered with onion, garlic, cumin seeds and spices. Perfect for the health-conscious diner.

    Karachi Cuisine - Tandoori King Prawn: King prawns lightly grilled with our chef's famous tandoori spices. Served with yoghurt and mint sauce.

    Tandoori King Prawn: King prawns lightly grilled with our chef's famous tandoori spices. Served with yoghurt and mint sauce.

    Karachi Cuisine - Lamb Karahi: Spicy lamb on the bone in a fresh onion and tomato based curry, with a wide array of traditional, roasted spices.

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    Lamb Karahi: Spicy lamb on the bone in a fresh onion and tomato based curry, with a wide array of traditional, roasted spices.

    Brigadiers - Tandoori Masala Jheenga (£24)

    Brigadiers

    4.6(72 reviews)
    9.1 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.

    We had a lot of great food in London contrary to what some misguided tourists might say! But though…read moremuch of the standard British pub food and such was fantastic, and there's no shortage of varied global cuisine to be found in the city, our overall favorite meal of the trip was here at Brigadiers which might be the best Indian food we've ever had. A nice but welcoming interior with great decor and top-notch service. An extensive drink menu, private meeting spaces, and an expansive but focused menu. Every dish we ordered was cooked to perfection with the proper amount of spice and heat. I'd point out specific dishes but I have a feeling everything on the menu lives up to what we ordered. I particularly liked the mixed greens + beef and bone marrow. But you can't go wrong.

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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)

    Dishoom - Pathia Prawns

    Dishoom

    4.5(826 reviews)
    9.9 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!

    Everyone I know who visits London comes home raving about this place, so even though I'd never had…read moreIndian food before, I had to see what the hype was about. The restaurant is much bigger than it looks, with a front patio, a bar, and multiple dining rooms. It was completely packed. After 6 p.m. it's walk-in only, and the hostess gives you a buzzer while you wait. I started with the house chai, which was warm and perfectly spiced. For dinner I ordered the Chicken Ruby, basmati rice, garlic naan, and crispy okra fries. Now I get the hype. The Chicken Ruby was rich, spicy, and packed with flavor, the naan was perfect for soaking up every bit of sauce, and the okra fries were so crunchy I couldn't stop eating them. This place absolutely lived up to its reputation. They also serve breakfast, and there's so much on the menu that I already plan to come back a few more times before I leave London.

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    Dishoom - Dining Room

    Dining Room

    Dishoom - Fried okra, butter buns

    Fried okra, butter buns

    Dishoom - Bar waiting area

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    Bar waiting area

    The Banana Leaf - indpak - Updated July 2026

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