Harden's says
Originating in New Delhi in 2014, the Farzi Cafe chain from the House of Massive Restaurants now has nine branches across India and in Dubai. The London opening serves up traditional Indian dishes in a contemporary style - buzzwords from the PR include "post-molecular", "laboratory-style", "playfully inspired" and "sonic homogeniser" (it's used to make cocktails, apparently). The drinks list is called The Vedika Menu, which is apparently Sanskrit for “restoring knowledge” - in our experience, cocktails often do the exact opposite...
Harden's survey result
Summary
The “large, two-storey” outpost of a brand from India’s Massive Restaurants group on Haymarket is worth knowing about if you’re fighting hunger in the heart of the West End; and offers “a good selection of food including a great variety of small plates” at a quality level that can surprise for such a touristy location. Wallet-friendly lunch and pre-theatre set meals add to its appeal.
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8 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4BP
Restaurant details
Farzi Cafe Restaurant Diner Reviews
"The biriyani was the best one I have had in a long time! Everything was very flavourful. I will be back for more. "
"Visited the restaurant as it was next door to theatre we were going to. We went for a set menu which gave you three starters which were all delicious and very well presented. Followed by main dishes of lamb and fish. Again both were delicious and very enjoyable. Didn't like the layout of the restaurant as it lacked any intimacy or relaxed comfort. Tables were placed awkwardly and the decor was a mish-mash. The staff were friendly but all the dishes did not arrive together and came in dribs and drabs, so you were never sure when everything was on the table for the course. Disappointing as the food was excellent and we will look forward to going again."
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £20.00 | £25.00 |  |
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| Pretheatre | £20.00 | £25.00 | |
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| Brunch | £29.00 | |
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| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
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| £3.50 | £21.00 | £3.50 | £8.00 |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.50 |
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| Service | 12.50% |
8 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4BP
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑11:15 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑11:15 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑9:45 pm |
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