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Frequently Asked Questions
What cuisines does Darjeeling Express Covent Garden serve?
Darjeeling Express serves Indian, Pakistani.
Is Darjeeling Express Covent Garden Halal?
Yes, Darjeeling Express does serve Halal food. The owner of the restaurant said "Our food is Halal."
Is Darjeeling Express Covent Garden HMC certified?
No, Darjeeling Express is not HMC certified. See all HMC certified restaurants or learn what HMC certification means.
Is everything Halal at Darjeeling Express Covent Garden?
The owner of Darjeeling Express has verbally confirmed that all meat is Halal. Please confirm with a member of staff before ordering.
Is alcohol served at Darjeeling Express?
The owner has not verified whether alcohol is served at Darjeeling Express.
Does Darjeeling Express serve Halal in London?
Yes Darjeeling Express is a Halal restaurant in London. Discover more restaurants in London.
Does Darjeeling Express have prayer space?
It has not been reported that Darjeeling Express has a prayer space on-site. Please search for local mosques.
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Halal info
The owner has confirmed Darjeeling Express does serve Halal food. They said: Our food is Halal. This status was last updated over a year ago.
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Halal Status
Our food is Halal.
Halal status was last updated over a year ago.
Reviews
Carina Schölzhorn
2 weeks ago
I had high expectations, as London’s hospitality scene is generally excellent. Given that this restaurant is on the more expensive side and has been featured on Chef’s Table, I expected a higher overall standard. Some of the dishes were truly spectacular and delicious, and you could clearly feel the effort and creativity coming from the kitchen. Unfortunately, not everything worked for me. The main course was far too salty to eat. I mentioned this to the waiter, but no alternative or compensation was offered. We were seated at a table right next to the entrance door, which was open most of the time. It was very cold and uncomfortable throughout the evening. Additionally, we were sitting on a bench without cushions, which made the experience even less pleasant. When we asked for a pillow or a blanket, we were told that none were available. The service was friendly, but rather basic and not at the level I would expect from a restaurant of this reputation and price range. Despite some excellent food, the overall experience did not meet expectations, and unfortunately I would not return
Nitya Uthappa
a week ago
A must try!! Incredible food, lots of spices and absolutely scrumptious. The staff was gracious and really recommended good food. Keema toastie, ma chingri (prawns), chaiiiii, chicken momos and the rose and cardamom soda are some of the best dishes I tried, and probably something I would recommend. What I really loved bout the food was it had not toned down the heat and spice that Indian food is rich in, something I've noticed in most Indian restaurants in London. P.s keema toastie for the win :)
Ash Meetaroo
a month ago
Beautiful food, homely flavours. My favourite was the Keema toasties, just melted in the mouth. The Dhal was also delicious and served in a cute mini teapot. I gave 4stars as the Masala chai was too peppery. Otherwise I will definitely be back 😁
Srayana Sanyal
3 months ago
Disappointing experience — not worth the hype Went here on Pujo weekend after having already tried Chourangi, and honestly, I was underwhelmed after looking forward to it for so long. The menu isn’t entirely Bengali — why are there so many toastie options? The kosha mangsho was under-seasoned and had an odd stench. The prawn malaikari was decent but nothing special. The parathas felt amateur — Bengalis make far better ones at home. The most disappointing dish was the papri chaat: only five papris with minimal toppings and what tasted like store-bought tamarind chutney. It looked sad and tasted worse — the least wholesome version of papri chaat I’ve ever had. The bhapa doi portion was also tiny, lacking the richness and generosity the dish deserves. Overall, the menu missed key Bengali classics, and the whole experience lacked authenticity — especially after all the storytelling and media coverage. The back of the menu claims to serve food that “touches your soul,” but unfortunately, they broke that promise. I’d pick Chourangi over this any day. As a proud Bengali, it’s disheartening to see our food misrepresented in taste, texture, and abundance. Our mothers work too hard in their kitchens for there to be a world where people pay this much for such mediocre Bengali food.
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Opening Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM
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Location
2a Garrick Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9BH, UK