There’s something irresistible about a good curry. It’s the comfort food extraordinaire, the belly warmer that’ll make you google ‘curry houses in my area’ wherever you travel. And while it may not be able to hold a candle to Manchester’s curry mile, London is still crammed with excellent Indian restaurants. So whether you want to bag a bhuna or scoff a saag, here are a few of our favourite curry houses in London. As this article has been written on behalf of tastecard, we'll also detail the offers you can enjoy in these restaurants when you sign up for the UK's leading discount card. 

Strand Tandoori

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Address: 45 Bedford Street, London, WC2E 9HA

Established in 1978, this Indian and Bangladeshi hotspot is about as central as they come, located 10 minutes from Somerset House. This is an old-school venue that, despite décor that’s more reminiscent of the 1970s than the modern age, boasts an incredible menu of Indian standards, from tikkas to tandooris to irresistible bhunas. A stone’s throw from the capital’s tourist hotspots, this is excellent post-sightseeing comfort food. 

Masala King 

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Address: 131 Drummond St, London NW1 2HL

Clean, pristine, relaxed and within walking distance of Euston Square tube station, Masala King has become known for its traditional approach to curries, biryanis, and tandooris, alongside an array of vegetable dishes and salads. This is one of those curry houses that knows its spices, striking that perfect balancing between flaming hot and effortlessly palatable. Couple great food with the staff’s excellent approach to service and you’re onto a winner. 

Namaste Holborn

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Address: 33 Boswell St, London WC1N 3BP

Vegans and vegetarians, welcomed to your Indian food mecca. Catering to those without a carnivorous streak, Namaste Holborn has a range of mains like tofu curry, bainghan barta, okra masala, and a frankly gorgeous aloo gobhi. Curry houses have always been a safe haven for those on a plant-based diet, so it’s great to see a location taking the next step into full herbivore heaven. 

Mawlana 

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Address: 161 Edgware Rd, Tyburnia, London W2 2HR

An unassuming restaurant on Edgware Road, Mawlana fuses Indian and Egyptian cuisine to great effect. Ever wanted to try the intense spices of a lamb karahi with the fresh taste of hummus? Then this is the place to visit. Seafood and British cold dishes sit next to Indian and Arabian flavours, so pop round to Mawlana if you fancy a curry but your partner doesn’t. 

Sripur 

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Address: 25 Great Tower St, London EC3R 5AQ

Describing itself as an ‘unfussy curry house’, Sripur severely undersells its diverse and eminently tasty menu. Its stylish ambience is complemented by mains like cashew chicken, lamb chops and sheek kebabs, which sit alongside house specials like green chilli chicken masala, chop masala and chili fish grills. While not exactly vegan and veggie friendly, this is a great venue if you want a near-comprehensive selection of lamb, chicken and meat-based spicy meals. 

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