London’s Best Indian Restaurants

Discover London’s finest Indian dining experiences with London Best Eats. This is your go-to guide for top food spots, from hidden gems to iconic restaurants.

10 of the best Indian restaurants in London

Empire Empire

  • 4.6
  • £50+
  • Indian
  • Notting Hill
  • MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

At its core: A nostalgic celebration of food, art and music inspired by Punjab and Northwest Indian cuisine with a 1970s disco theme.

Gymkhana

  • 4.5
  • £100+
  • Indian
  • Mayfair
  • Two Michelin Stars (2024)
  • One Michelin Star (2014-2023)

At its core: Contemporary Indian cuisine inspired by elite clubs of India, featuring tandoor and chapatta sharing dishes using seasonal British ingredients.

Ambassadors Clubhouse

  • 4.4
  • £80+
  • Indian
  • Mayfair
  • MICHELIN Guide: Good cooking

At its core: Authentic Punjabi cuisine and hospitality inspired by the party mansions of Northern India.

Kachori

  • 4.7
  • £30+
  • Indian
  • Elephant Park

At its core: Modern North Indian cuisine showcasing regional dishes from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Punjab.

The Tamil Prince

  • 4.5
  • £30+
  • Indian
  • Barnsbury
  • Michelin Guide Recommended

At its core: South Indian small plates and curries served in a renovated traditional British pub.

SOMA Soho

  • 4.6
  • £30+
  • Indian
  • Soho
  • 2023 Highest New Entry - Top 50 Cocktail Bars

At its core: A sophisticated cocktail bar offering innovative Indian-inspired drinks in a sleek, minimalist setting.

Chettinad Restaurant

  • 4.6
  • £20+
  • Indian
  • Fitzrovia
  • Travellers' Choice 2024

At its core: Authentic South Indian cuisine from Tamil Nadu, specializing in traditional village recipes from the Chettinad region.

Preeti Patty

  • 4.9
  • £1+
  • Indian
  • Fish Island

At its core: Indian fusion fast food with British influences.

BiBi

  • 4.5
  • £100+
  • Indian
  • Mayfair
  • GQ Restaurant of the Year 2022
  • Opening of the Year 2022
  • No. 5 in National Restaurant Awards 2022
  • Squaremeal's Best Restaurant in London 2022
  • Menu of the Year at the 2022 Cateys

At its core: Progressive Indian cuisine inspired by ingredients and memories from the subcontinent, combining traditional flavors with modern techniques.

Babur

  • 4.6
  • £26+
  • Indian
  • Forest Hill
  • Best Asian Restaurant for London - Curry Awards 2023
  • London's Best Asian Restaurant 2022

At its core: Contemporary Indian cuisine showcasing regional dishes with modern presentation and innovative flavor combinations.

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