Veeraswamy

UK's oldest Indian restaurant has been transformed and restored to its rightful position as a great institution. National Geographic, the highly respected travel magazine, has named it as one of the 10 Best Destination & Special Restaurants in the World. No other UK restaurant is in the top 10.

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  • Phone

    +44 20 7734 1401

  • Website

    veeraswamy.com

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  • Type

    Indian Restaurant

Address

99 Regent St (at Swallow St) London Greater London W1B 4RS United Kingdom

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi Free
Outdoor Seating No
Parking Yes
Restroom Yes
Menus Lunch, Dinner
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 152


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S

Raj kachori is a must as an appetizer along with the green prawns .. Place and staff are helpful ❤️ a must visit restaurant while in London

Hareesh Nuthi

A gem in regent street, just have a chicken biriyani to appreciate the quality of food here.. I tried many dishes and none of them disappointed me.. While you are in regent or Oxford street it's a go

Fahad

One of the common options for Indian restaurants in London . "Mulligatawny Soup " + "Soya Keema Samosa " + "Chicken Mirch Makhani" + "Chicken Biryani " all were delicious. "Banjara Tikka " was just ok.

Kevin Dulin

The Lobster Curry was absolutely fantastic. Really enjoyed the Mirachi Martini as well .

S P

The definition of excellent traditional Indian! Always up to standard. Particularly love the biryani , 4 types of dhal, spinach etc etc, all simply good with service to boot.

T H

First night in London we ate here. A nice selection of food for the vegan , plant-based or vegetarian . Ask for their vegan tasting plate. So good!

Dana Alissa

By far the best indian restaurant in London . The food was fantastic, but watch out for the recent menu changes . Some of the well-known dishes were changed, and alcohol was added to them.

Rawan Alazzam

Raj Kachori , Green prawns are the best orders from the starters. Murgh Hara Payz, Chicken biryani , Travncore Prawn , and the chili nan Very very good food I highly recommend the place

Mashael ✨

A must try if you love Indian food . Delicious food with such a lovely staff . ❤️

Mohammed Aljallal

One of the beat Indian restaurant in london ,, delicious starter and chicken biryani .. however , it is expensive compared to the other good restaurants

BB

A lovely view at night ❤️ amazing food 😍

Shalu

Pre theatre menu from 5.30pm–6:15pm Mon to Sat: £20 for 2 courses, & £23 for 3 courses. There is a special Sunday lunch menu of Indian family favourite dishes £24 for a 3 course meal

Fatih Kuran

Excellent Indian🎈💥chicken tikka , venison mutta kebab , tandoori raan, chicken makhani , naan and finaly kaala jaam (desert ) strongly recommended👍😇

Alyssa

A classic spot for great Indian in London, however it can be pricey especially when you're used to the local Indian take out place. Be sure to make a reservation beforehand!

Shamael Al-Sharikh

Green prawn appetizer is spicy but delicious. I also recommend the lobster curry with lemon rice . This place has improved ALOT since my last visit!

Josh Montague

Amazing vegetarian platter . Whole menu is flavorful but not overpowering. Beautiful space, and giant list of wines for pairing.

Hessah Al-Tuwaijri

One of the best Indian restaurants i've ever been to yummy lamp chops , great butter chicken & lemon rice ❤️

S P

Classical and traditional dishes delicately prepared. Old reliable for dishes like Asafjahi, biryani , makhni... One of the best

Razan💎

Delicious food with amazing atmosphere, highly recommended! 😍👌🏻

Princess AlMadhi

Green prawns , Chicken Makhani , and Chicken Biryani are delicious and not too spicy 😍 I did not like the Raj Kachori very much myself but to each their own.

Ahmad S

The first indian restaurant in London , come here for a nice atmosphere, but Dishoom has better dishes

Irina Larsen

Claims to be one of the oldest Indian restaurants . Very classy , chicken makhani and biriyani are extremely good! So is naan !

Neoshi C

Fabulous tasting menu ! Pineapple curry was delicious. Great service and overall this restaurant lives up to its reputation.

Hessah Al-Tuwaijri

One of the best Indian restaurants 👍🏻loved the Butter chicken , naan bread & lemon rice

Epicurious

The grande dame of English Indian cuisine , it serves traditional fare such as rogan josh and chicken tikka in colorful, exotic surroundings that evoke a maharaja's palace . Read more

Cintain 昆遊龍

Exquisite foods, upscale ambiance... this place loves itself, and so will you. Try the biryani for a truly different, delicate experience.

Dmitry Witman

Really good. Way more posh than Dishoom, offcourse, but even more tasty. The menu is very very good and balanced. Liked it a lot.

Nick T

The pineapple curry was rich, warm and great at cutting the spice in the hotter dishes. Also the grapefruit pannacotta offered a sweet, refreshing dessert .

@JaumePrimero

Apparently the chefs grind all their spices fresh daily. An amazing feat, considering the foundation of Indian food is the spice :) The food here is of the highest quality, and authentic .

Erika Perzi

Rich history and terrific food. A little spendy, but recommend their lemon rice , pineapple curry , king scallop starter - and the pannacotta is to die for.

lucy Kemmitz

The oldest indian restaurant in London . Impeccable service. Incredible food. Love the lemon cashew rice and hibiscus champagne cocktail .

Maram A

The food is yummy😋the best Indian restaurant i'v ever tried in london

Deema_Fahad

Try "Raj Kachori " it was Good !! .. Nice atmosphere but Didn't like their food in general ( I had biryani lamb / chicken butter )

Just Me .. @what_food23

One of my best Indian Restaurants in London . The food is amazing. My friends always come for the Raj Kachori a large Puri filled with goodies.

Maria Alejandra Gonzalez Austin

steet regal puff- surprisingly enticing! chicken tikka - explosive and galvanizing! crab cake - practically perfect in every way.

Constance | @croostifoodi

Every dish is great, especially chicken byriani, seabass and lamb shank . Service is a bit intrusive. Quite expensive .

Gareth

The duck vindaloo is amazing!

Salih AlSubai

Great views and seatings, elegant from the reception till the end; bit pricy though!

Scott Sullivan

One of the best restaurants in London, period. Worth going just to have the starters. Beyond fantastic.

Njoud Fahad

I've been to India! But even the food there don't taste like this😋❤️ coconut chicken masala recommend 👌🏼 9/10

Kath Jones-Orr

Amazing tastes and great service - but drinks a bit slow to arrive.

Shamsa Abdulrahman

Overrated pretentious Indian restaurant . Serves "Indian food " for ppl that don't know how Indian food actually tastes. Raj kachori / mango kulfi were ok. Lamb biryani/chicken butter were not

Thomas Knüwer

Nice atmosphere and really good Indian food . But a Michelin star ? Not understandable.

Farah

Chicken makhani . 9/10. £26.50

HISTORY UK

Opened in 1927, Veeraswamy's is said to be the oldest surving Indian restaurant in the UK. Famous diners have included Ghandi, Charlie Chaplin, Marlon Brando and the Prince of Wales.

Noura

A must restaurant in London!

Bijan Young

One of the oldest and retains almost a colonial feel to layout and service. Decent food and given its' location a respite from London shopping should you need it. Expensive

HISTORY UK

The first Indian restaurant in Britain opened its doors in 1926, and its turbaned Sikh doorman was one of the sights of London. Many of its early guests were colonial types who missed their curry .

Mohammed Bok

Good Indian food and nice place to get your dinner but a bit expensive

Rishad Tobaccowala

Anything here is good. Chicken tikka and shrimp to start. Biryani , lamb chops , dal tadka . Alphonso mango if in season.

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The Chocolate and Hazelnut danish from the bakery is scrumptious! - Edon Vllasolli