Harden's survey result
Summary
“Very Belgravia in feel, cost and clientele… but that doesn’t stop the food tasting good!” – this once-ground-breaking Indian venue is part of the accomplished MW Eats group (with siblings including Chutney Mary and Veeraswamy). Luxurious, if slightly “cavernous” in ambience – it was an early pioneer of grill-cooking presented tapas-style from the very visible open kitchen; and has maintained an impressive level of quality and luxury over its 20 years in operation (est 2004). “This is the place to take someone who thinks they don’t like Indian food: some of the most delicious things ever come from their tandoor”… “as they should at the extortionate prices!” Top Menu Tips – “the black pepper chicken and the seabass are highlights”.
Summary
“Sophisticated flavours run through outstanding quality grill and tandoori dishes” – “beautiful” food from a “cleverly designed menu” using a wide variety of cooking techniques – at this Belgravia pioneer of Indian tapas (part of MW Eats, which owns Masala Zone, Chutney Mary, et al). With its stylish design, built around an open kitchen, it falls under the heading: “pricey but worth it”.
Summary
“Exploding any lingering prejudices about Indian food” – this “innovative and beautiful” operation (created in 2004 by Ranjit Mathrani, Namita Panjabi and Camellia Panjabi, who own Chutney Mary et al) “remains a favourite premium destination” for “Indian cuisine at its finest, with a great open kitchen”. “It is pricey, but the food is exceptional, while service is fast and friendly”.
Summary
Perhaps “the best and coolest Indian restaurant in London” (if you have deep pockets) – this slick Belgravian provides “beautifully presented, utterly delicious” small plates from its “wonderfully original menu” (fans are “not sure it’s really Indian in a purist sense, but more a top, modern Indian grill on its own terms”). It is “expensive but provides real value” – “I’ve rarely tasted such terrific flavours in India, and never in the UK”.
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Halkin Arcade, 19 Motcomb St, London, SW1X 8JT
Restaurant details
Amaya Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Still my favourite Indian restaurant in London. "
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £35.00 |  |
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| Cost | Availability | Courses | |
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| Menu1 | 80.00 | Dinner only | 11 |
| Menu2 | 55.00 | Always available | 8 |
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
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| £7.00 | £39.30 | £9.00 | £10.00 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £40.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
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| Bread | £6.75 |
| Service | 15.00% |
Halkin Arcade, 19 Motcomb St, London, SW1X 8JT
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑2:15 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2:15 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2:15 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:15 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:15 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12:30 pm‑2:45 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12:30 pm‑2:45 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
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