London's Best Indian Spots Revealed
@TheEmissaryCo shared their top Indian spots in London, praising Gymkhana for British-Indian fusion, Quilon for South Indian fine dining, Tangra for elevated Indo-Chinese, and The Tamil Prince for pub-South Indian vibes. The thread earned 232 likes and 16 reposts from London food enthusiasts.
Gymkhana, located in the upscale Mayfair neighborhood, has been a culinary institution since its opening in 2013 by the Sethi siblings of JKS Restaurants. It earned its first Michelin star within a year of opening and was awarded a second in 2024, making it the first Indian restaurant in London to achieve this accolade. The restaurant is inspired by the elite social and sporting clubs of colonial India, a theme reflected in its sophisticated decor. After a fire forced its closure in 2019, Gymkhana reopened in 2020 following a complete refurbishment. The restaurant has since expanded its brand internationally, with locations in Doha and Riyadh, and a US outpost in Las Vegas that opened in late 2025. They also launched a retail line, Gymkhana Fine Foods, in 2023. Quilon, situated in Westminster, holds the distinction of being the first South Indian restaurant in the world to receive a Michelin star, an honor it has maintained every year since 2008. Opened in 1999 as part of the Taj Hotels group, the restaurant is led by Chef Sriram Aylur. His menu focuses on the lighter, seafood-rich cuisine of India's southwest coast. The Tamil Prince in Islington offers a more relaxed atmosphere, taking over a former pub to create a unique neighborhood gastropub experience. It was founded by Prince Durairaj, formerly of the acclaimed Roti King, and Glen Leeson. The menu centers on the vibrant dishes of Southern India, earning it a reputation as a standout in the city's desi-pub scene. Tangra brings the unique flavors of Indo-Chinese cuisine from Kolkata to London's Soho. The all-vegetarian menu is crafted by Executive Chef Nikesh Sawant, previously of the popular vegetarian chain Mildreds. The restaurant's "spicepunk" aesthetic and wok-fired dishes have quickly made it a popular spot in the bustling West End.
