Diners' Choice: Indian restaurants in London

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Roots - Teddington

4.9

4.9 (345)

£26 to £40

Indian

Teddington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roots Tedington. We look forward to serving you soon!

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Karen

Dined 6 days ago

Staff professional friendly and helpful Food delicious Will definitely be back

City Spice - Brick Lane

4.9

4.9 (1060)

£25 and under

Indian

Spitalfields

About the restaurant

As seen on BBC TV, ITV and on the Evening Standard:

We pride ourselves on our award-winning Indian food, great customer service, and a truly luxurious atmosphere in the heart of Brick Lane. Our Michelin-inspired menu has a distinctive Bengali twist, and our expert vegan curry menu is second to none.

From classic dishes to signature creations, we’ve won a host of awards for our Indian food including the Best Restaurant in London 2016. Looking for the best curry on Brick Lane? Take a look at our meat and vegan menu at City Spice.

Below we have listed just some of our achievements as a proud stalwart for hearty, family-infused Indian cooking in London

AWARDS:

OpenTable Top 10 Indian Restaurants in London
BCA Chef of the Year 2021 (Meat category)
AFA Best Restaurant in London 2019
BCA Best Vegan Restaurant 2018
BCA Best Indian Restaurant 2017 and 2018
Currylife Best Indian Restaurant 2016

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pomer

Dined 6 days ago

A beautiful restaurant with wonderful food and exceptional service.

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Experience

THALI THALI! Grab a Thali Platter! (Upto 45% off)

Experience

City Spice 3 Course Lunch Offer! Over 60% Off!

Cafe Spice Namaste

4.9

4.9 (2014)

£26 to £40

Indian

Newham

About the restaurant

Cafe Spice Namaste is back, re-emerging bolder and better than we ever were. Expect many of the Indian culinary classics from the incomparable Cyrus Todiwala, but also some unexpected treats. We are a vibrant neighbourhood restaurant now, perched at the edge of Royal Albert Wharf in the famous Docklands, and we welcome the world to our new home.
We commit to using the best local British produce wherever possible, and always the freshest ingredients. We are proud of our carefully selected, responsible suppliers.
Café Spice Namasté hold the coveted Michelin BIB Gourmand for 21 years, and are pioneers in the UK hospitality industry's campaign for the environment and sustainability."
At Café Spice Namasté, you are always welcome!

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VivekVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Thank you very much, the food was delicious and the service excellent. Will definitely be back soon.

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Experience

Khaadraas Supper - 25Apr2025

Experience

An Evening with chef Tony & Cyurs, " The Spicemen"

Experience

SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOFD DINNER - 30May 2025

Tangawizi

4.9

4.9 (911)

£26 to £40

Indian

Twickenham

About the restaurant

Tangawizi restaurant in London’s East Twickenham, close to Richmond Bridge, earned the well-heeled locals’ devotion right from the off. The chef is ‘trained by and strongly recommended by Vineet Bhatia’ and that’s saying quite a lot. The dining room is very smart, mood-enhancingly lit in saffron and blackberry with details of beautiful sari fabric inlaid in the tables. Dishes are authentic North Indian, but cutting-edge and contemporary, the way we Londoners like them: the freshest of ingredients, little oil, sparkling flavours. Try the mixed platter of starters to share to really browse the possibilities, then choose something like spicy marinated red snapper in tempura batter served with cheddar and Parmesan risotto, with one of the lovely dahls on the side. The traditionally-clad waitstaff are very attentive and the whole experience a winner.

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Colette

Dined 5 days ago

We love the food and the service is always great. Food doesn’t disappoint.

Kachori

4.7

4.7 (66)

£26 to £40

Indian

Southwark

About the restaurant

Kachori is where the culinary traditions of North India melt with South East London. Styled with the colours of the subcontinent, here you can enjoy the deep and intense flavours of our dishes, sip chai and embrace the warmth of Indian hospitality.

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Lin

Dined 3 days ago

I have been here very regularly, never disappointed. Excellent as always.

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Experience

Weekday Lunch

Oorja

4.7

4.7 (33)

£26 to £40

Indian

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Oorja
Now open on Shaftesbury Avenue, Oorja (meaning energy in Hindi) brings a vibrant dining experience inspired by the rich flavors of India. Led by Chef Velino Goes, Oorja offers all-day dining with comforting dishes, creative cocktails, and a lively atmosphere perfect for any occasion.

Signature dishes include the Railway Lamb Curry and Mango Shrimp Curry, both showcasing bold Indian flavors with a refined touch.

Located near famous landmarks like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Theatre, Oorja blends modern elegance with warm terracotta hues, soft lighting, and a welcoming ambiance. Whether you're enjoying a cosy meal or a lively night out, our intimate downstairs space offers a relaxed retreat from the city’s hustle

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keithVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, wonderful ambience, helpful and attentive service… our server named Lovely was terrific. The butter chicken and lamb kebabs were delicious and craft cocktails were very tasty. Highly recommend .. will visit again soon.

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Experience

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Experience

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Kutir

4.8

4.8 (1256)

£41 and over

Indian

Chelsea

About the restaurant

‘A small cottage in the middle of nowhere’
Kutir’s story is taken from a time when innovation with ingredients was paramount. Chefs were expected to craft unique dishes on a daily basis to keep the cottage’s guests happy.
Step into Kutir and we will transport you to a time of magnificent wildlife, abundant forestry and deep human connection. A world away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Rohit Ghai and Abhishake Sangwan have led some of this country’s most decorated establishments – earning a Michelin star in the process.
Kutir is their first solo project. It takes inspiration from the stories of India’s wildlife and countryside, drawing influence from their early careers working in luxury properties nestled away in India’s forestry.
Kutir promises a place of escapism and discovery – and everyone is welcome to come and explore it.

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JelenaVIP

Dined on Apr 5, 2025

My favourite restaurant in London. And service is SO good — always feels like going home.

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4.7

4.7 (671)

£26 to £40

Indian

Balham

About the restaurant

A modern, glass-fronted Indian on the burgeoning strip between The Bedford pub and Balham High Road, Indian Room has found itself something of a haven for couples. It must be the serene whiteness (table linen, walls) and candlelight. Then there’s the health-conscious cooking using as little as oil as possible. Well worth trying are the handful of dishes unique to this popular local restaurant, a wonderful apricot chicken Kashmir among them. Chicken madras, and a super-hot chicken vindaloo are consistently the most-ordered of the ‘All Time Favourites.’

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JeremyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Always best restaurant in Balham and our favourite restaurant anywhere.

Tamarind

4.7

4.7 (3905)

£41 and over

Indian

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Tamarind provides a classic combination of indisputable knowledge, unique experience and tradition that holds worldwide recognition. The restaurant offers guests a sophisticated fine dining experience with effortlessly charming staff, discrete service and tantalising food that few can compete with, ensuring guests come back for more.

Please note that only children over the age of 10 are permitted for the dinner service starting at 5.30pm. Due to the high demand of the restaurant, tables are offered for 2 hours. If your preferred time or party size is unavailable please contact reservations directly on 02076293561.

The dress code is Smart Casual. Sportswear, shorts and hats are not permitted.

Top review

Rick

Dined 7 days ago

Our experience eating at Tamarind for lunch was outstanding. The is a prix-fixe lunch menu, two tasting menus and an a la carte selection. We had the prix-fixe but you can't go wrong with any of them. The food, drink and service were outstanding. This has now become our favorite Indian restaurant in London and we will be returning.

Three Falcons Gastro Pub

4.4

4.4 (30)

£26 to £40

Indian

Paddington

About the restaurant

Central London's first Indian Gastropub, Three Falcons is two authentic distinct experiences at a single location. Whether one is looking for a relaxed evening at a friendly Pub with friends or an experiences infused with the aromas and flavors of aromatic, delightful Indian cuisine, Three Falcons is the natural choice. This duality, this unique combination, this coming together of two different worlds, coexisting, yet staying true to their promise makes us a compelling proposition to our patrons.

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Elliot

Dined 4 days ago

Lovely clean and tidy (toilets exceptionally clean) welcomed with a smile. Choice of beers on the bar as well as the 2 for 1 cocktails was excellent. We ordered way to much but glad we did as everything put in front of us was different class Make sure you try the saag paneer it’s the best I’ve ever had

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