319-321 King St, London, W6 9NH
Harden's survey result
Summary
“An interesting street-food menu is very well executed” at this “real treat” of a Hammersmith café, with a comfortable, atmospheric interior and “friendly service”. “It’s not as flash as Indian Zing across the road, but dishes are full of flavour and good value!”
Summary
“Every dish tastes different with wonderful, rich depths of flavour” at this “interesting street-food-style” café on Hammersmith’s ‘restaurant row’ near Ravenscourt Park: “both north and south India are covered” on a “great, regional menu”, incorporating “delicious vegetarian options”: “the wide range favours going with a big group, or ordering lots to have at home afterwards!”
Summary
“Imaginative food” at “good prices” has won a big local reputation for this zesty Indian on Hammersmith’s ‘restaurant row’ near Ravenscourt Park. Its ratings slipped a tad this year though, on account of those who thought it “still impressive but arguably finding it harder to stay ahead of the strong local competition”.
Summary
“Exceptionally flavoured, and unusual, ‘street-food’ dishes” – “the spicing makes them stand out” – have earned consistently high marks for this “inventive” Indian for much of the decade. It compares well with the better-known Indian Zing just a few steps closer to Ravenscourt Park tube station, and is “well worth a try”.
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Owner's description
Potli – An Indian Market Kitchen, the first Indian bazaar style restaurant to pop up in London, opened in August of 2011. Potli brings to the city the best of street market cuisine from all across the Indian subcontinent by marrying home-ground spices with fresh local produce, and serving its guests in an environment that makes them feel transported far East of London. Rather than giving itself the image of a formal dining environment, Potli has created a place where people can feel like guests in Indian marketplace, and come in for a wholesome and hearty meal.Very soon after opening, the restaurant earned a spot on the Michelin list which it is proud to say it has maintained every year since then thanks to the hard work and dedication of the team.
In 2015, Potli was featured in the TV series ‘Chefs on Trial’ on prime time BBC. This subsequently attracted many newcomers who had yet to experience the pleasure of a shared meal at the restaurant. Indeed, Potli has been recognised as one of the best Indian restaurants in London by many food critics and magazines. Listed in Tatler-restaurant guide in 2012 has a huge impact to be a popular Indian cuisine in London for Potli. Being listed in Michelin Good Food guide several times, Potli has a very good reputation within the local communities. Harden's has given one of the best rating and comment for the year 2017 (See above).
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £28.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.00 |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Restaurant details
The chef
Our head of kitchen department, chef Babul Dey, joined company since the first day of establishment in 2011. Joining as an assistant chef in 1990 from a restaurant called Tandoori Night in Hammersmith, UK, he has a really long journey to be a successful head chef. A reliable, very trustworthy, flexible being and being a real enthusiasm, he has the unique techniques to give every dishes to their real flavours. A secret fusion to make every home grounded Indian spice’s level to give justice to curries up to customer’s satisfaction is his so far undisclosed secret according to him. Chef Babul has comprehensive understanding of the curries house, and of what drives sophisticated contemporary dining. Having the extensive cooking knowledge, and is more than able to abide by all legal requirements, food hygiene regulations and food safety laws and regulating the team according to, Potli has maintained to be in different good food guides several times and also 5-star food and hygiene rating from the local council.
319-321 King St, London, W6 9NH
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 1 pm‑9:30 pm |
