Indian Summer

This place had been on my must-visit list for ages, and I’m so glad I finally went. When I shared my top Indian restaurants last year, so many of you recommended Indian Summer, saying I was missing out – and you were absolutely right. The food was phenomenal, the drinks were spot-on, and the overall vibe was fantastic. It’s easy to see why this place has stood the test of time

We kicked things off with the Sharing Starter, a beautifully presented selection that included pakora, paneer tikka, samosa chaat, Indian salad, thoran, and a range of chutneys. The paneer tikka was especially flavourful, and the samosa chaat was a standout – an amazing way to begin the meal. The staff were so lovely too and explained each element of the sharing dish which felt super authentic and very personal which I loved

From there, we dove into the Grand Thali, which was a real feast. It featured Mamaji’s chicken, lamb mewari, paneer butter masala, aloo baingan, tarka dal, Indian salad, pickle, raita, lemon rice, roti, papad, and both mango and pineapple chutney. Every dish brought something unique to the table, and the flavours were deep, rich, and incredibly satisfying. The portions were generous, and it was a brilliant way to sample a variety of dishes from the menu. While we went the sharing route, the menu also offers plenty of individual options if that’s more your style

The cocktails deserve a shoutout too – crafted by a top-tier bartender with a fine dining background, they were not only beautifully presented but also genuinely delicious. A real highlight of the evening

Overall, I was so impressed with Indian Summer and honestly a bit annoyed at myself for waiting so long to visit. The food was authentic with thoughtful twists on traditional favourites, and the experience as a whole was top-notch. I’ll definitely be back very soon!