A buzzing 19th-century Islington pub transformed into a sleek desi destination, serving Roti King-lineage South Indian plates in a polished, emerald-green setting.
Ordering Strategy
Treat it as a sharing feast; start with the uttapam and okra fries, get a Channa Bhatura for the table, and order more roti than you think you need for the curries.
What to order
Channa Bhatura
Described as a 'giant's pillow of deep-fried dough,' this is the standout dish that Hot Dinners claims you 'won't be able to stop yourself from ordering' when you see it served to everyone else.
Grilled Tiger Prawns
These 'intensely seasoned' prawns are so enormous they 'resemble a frightening alien task force.' Served in a 'wonderful' garlic masala, they are substantial enough to justify the higher price point.
Pulled Beef Masala Uttapum
Grace Dent's favorite among the small plates, this 'thick, soft, spongy dosa' is topped with shredded meat and served with a 'brutally delicious' chilli coconut chutney that transforms from balm to punchy spice.
Onion Bhaji
While often a humble filler elsewhere, critics call these 'gorgeous' and 'feathery-light.' Both The Guardian and Hot Dinners recommend them as the perfect 'fried goodness' to pair with a pint.
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Grace Dent (90%)
Editorial Weight 59 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 7 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 11 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
2 Elite · 1 Editorial · 6 total signals
Public signal
4.5★ (2,100 reviews)
Good to know
Reservations are released 28 days in advance at 10am and vanish quickly; walk-ins are often accepted for the outdoor area or bar counter.
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