The Indian Fine Food Tour: The Indian Food scene in London is famous throughout the world. It’s not just Brick lane (although amazing) London has a broad range of real and authentic Indian food. You will find a unique fusion of Indian and South Asian flavours, curries, spices and sweets. You can be a massive curry lover or new to a garlic naan, we offer dishes for all levels of spiciness! We will take you to unique places away from the normal tourist trail.
London’s love affair with Indian cuisine spans centuries, evolving from colonial-era imports to one of the city’s most beloved culinary traditions. Here’s how it unfolded:
The First “Curry” in Britain – Returning British colonials and sailors brought spices and recipes from India, leading to early “curry powder” blends and Anglo-Indian dishes like mulligatawny soup.
London’s First Indian Restaurant – The Hindoostane Coffee House (1810) in Marylebone, opened by Sake Dean Mahomed, served spiced dishes to wealthy British patrons (though it closed quickly).
Post-WWII Boom – South Asian immigrants (from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh) opened cafes and curry houses, adapting dishes to British tastes—chicken tikka masala (likely invented in Glasgow or London) became a national obsession.
Brick Lane’s “Curry Mile” – By the 1970s, Bangladeshi-owned restaurants transformed East London into a hub for baltis, vindaloos, and biryanis, often served with lager to late-night crowds.
From Casual to Gourmet – Chefs like Vineet Bhatia (first Indian Michelin star in the UK) and Atul Kochhar elevated the scene with refined regional dishes.
Beyond Curry – Modern spots (Dishoom, Gymkhana, Brigadiers) celebrate everything from Parsi cafés to Himalayan flavors, while street food (Tamarind Kitchen, Indian Accent) thrives.
Indian food isn’t just London’s most popular cuisine—it’s a story of migration, adaptation, and innovation.
Spice up your life! Join our London Indian Food Tour to taste the legacy.