Business Details
29 Years
experience
Authentic Indian & Bangladeshi Cuisine in London
Established in 1997, Samrat Tandoori Restaurant has become a distinguished name in Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine. Our family-run business combines over 30 years of culinary expertise with a passion for authentic flavors, offering a diverse menu crafted from fresh, high-quality ingredients. Our team of skilled chefs brings decades of experience, specializing in traditional dishes from the Indian Subcontinent, prepared with meticulous attention to detail. We pride ourselves on creating a contemporary dining atmosphere where guests can enjoy both classic and innovative recipes, ensuring every meal is a celebration of regional spices and techniques.With a commitment to excellence, we provide unmatched service for dine-in, takeaway, and delivery, catering to diverse tastes through our extensive menu. Our dedication to culinary authenticity and customer satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a leader in London's vibrant food scene. From signature tandoori dishes to bespoke biryanis, we ensure every guest experiences the rich heritage of South Asian cuisine. As a business rooted in tradition yet embracing modernity, we continuously strive to exceed expectations through consistent quality and warm hospitality.
Services
Tandoori Main Dishes
Samrat Signature Dishes
Thali Set Meal
Curryhouse Classics
Chicken Specialities
Lamb Specialities
Fish Specialities
Seafood Specialities
Vegetarian Specialities
Biryani Dishes
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of expertise in authentic Indian cuisine preparation
- Our chefs specialize in traditional tandoori oven cooking techniques
- We provide a comprehensive menu featuring rare regional specialties
- We maintain consistent quality through fresh ingredient sourcing
- Our service combines traditional hospitality with modern convenience options
Services
Tandoori Main Dishes
Our tandoori dishes feature meats and vegetables marinated in traditional spices and cooked in authentic clay ovens. This centuries-old technique imparts unique smoky flavors while maintaining ingredient moisture. Each dish showcases regional variations from both Indian and Bangladeshi culinary traditions.
Samrat Signature Dishes
These exclusive creations combine rare ingredients and heritage recipes for distinctive dining experiences. The signature biryani features slow-cooked lamb with aromatic spices, while seafood specialties highlight fresh catches prepared with chef-developed techniques.
Thali Set Meal
This comprehensive meal presents multiple curated dishes in a single serving, offering balanced flavors and textures. The vegetarian and non-vegetarian options both include rice, breads, and carefully-spiced accompaniments for a complete culinary journey.
Biryani Dishes
Our biryanis feature premium ingredients layered with saffron-infused rice and slow-cooked proteins. The Kachi biryani exemplifies traditional preparation with its unique cooking method that develops complex flavors through extended marination and slow cooking.
Vegetarian Specialities
These meat-free dishes demonstrate the depth of South Asian vegetarian cooking, featuring innovative preparations of regional vegetables and legumes. From coconut-infused aubergine to cheese-based preparations, each dish maintains authentic flavor profiles without compromising dietary preferences.
Questions
Does the restaurant cater for food allergies?
We take allergen concerns seriously and will make every effort to prevent cross-contamination, though we cannot guarantee complete allergen-free meals.
What are the restaurant's opening hours?
We serve lunch daily 12pm-2pm and dinner from 5:30pm, closing at 11:30pm Sunday-Thursday and midnight Friday-Saturday.
Can I order food for delivery?
Yes, we offer both delivery and takeaway services with our full menu available through online ordering.
Is table reservation available?
You can request table reservations through our website for dine-in experiences during operating hours.
What payment methods are accepted?
Please check our current payment options through the online ordering system or contact us directly for the most up-to-date information.
Reviews (4)
Julie Singleton
Jan 21, 2022
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Went there a few years ago was vey nice indeed . We recently had two takeaways from there excellent food service and website. We are sure we will be eating from there again soon . Delicious.
M. Ali
Dec 23, 2021
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The food was absolutely atrocious Ive never seen such a place in my entire life Ill give it a -5 absolutely appalling
Laura Darwin
Sep 22, 2021
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Beautiful food and excellent service, weve been using this restaurant for a number of years and its never been any different. The staff are so friendly, nothing is a problem. The food is always hot and tastes fresh and full of flavour, other restaurants come close but this one certainly has the edge. Everyone in the area would say the same, you cant beat local knowledge. The only thing I could say is it needs redecorating and the fish tank needs cleaning but thats about it.
Bethan Lynch
Aug 27, 2021
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This was absolutely horrible. We used to go here for many years and never expected anything great but you knew what you were getting and then it got really bad. A friend went recently and said it was good again so we ordered food. It went in the bin. The lime pickle was not homemade but from a jar and stale. Everything was bland. The makhani was particularly disturbing as it was not only bland and oily and a nuclear colour but we all found bones in ours that we could not place on a chicken. The bindhi bhaji smelt like fish and smelt gone off to be honest. We tasted it and it tasted the same and
