Kanishka Mayfair

The location is also great, just off Regent Street. Chicken Tikka Pie: The staff kindly let us try it. The puff pastry on top was wonderfully fragrant, crispy but not greasy, and the filling inside was rich and flavorful. Tandoori Monkfish: This one was really well done. There was sauce at the bottom of the plate, and even eating the monkfish on its own, the seasoning was excellent! Jalpari Nilgiri: A must-try for scallop lovers! Three pieces per portion, beautifully tender in texture, enhanced with seaweed for extra flavor. Laal Maas: The portion of lamb was very generous. It’s seasoned with special Indian spices, giving it a nice spicy aroma. If you like rich sauces, you can even add more! 📍Kanishka by Atul Kochhar, 17–19 Maddox St, London W1S 2QH

London’s getting cold and grey, and honestly nothing beats a proper curry to lift the mood! Kanishka by Atul Kochhar hits that sweet spot, refined but not pretentious. Loved the warm lighting, beautiful art on the walls and the super friendly staff. Feels cosy but still special enough for a date night. Highlights for me: Chicken Tikka Pie (British pie meets Indian curry, genius!), Tandoori Monkfish and their signature Black Daal with that subtle smoky flavour. It’s run by a Michelin-starred chef, but still feels relaxed and welcoming.

I love the food, starters were great and was served by Roshan, who was excellent. The mains were good but felt the Daal was a little too sweet. The paneer was very nice and fresh. Dahi puri was ok. They also did a nice little cake for my Wife’s birthday which was a nice touch.