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Thali

4.7 (235)
£26 to £40
Indian
166 Old Brompton Road, Kensington, London, SW5 0BA

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Thali

4.7
£26 to £40
Indian
Kensington

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Located on the Old Brompton Road in South Kensington, Thali serves up authentic dishes from throughout India, many with an appealing modern twist. The grazing style restaurant focuses mainly on North Indian cuisine but also showcases curries and tandoori specials. The menus are based on family recipes, handed down through generations, and enhanced by head chef Dila Ram. We love the sound of tandoori wild boar, for example, or snow crab patties with mint, coriander and spices. The thali offers a selection of dishes, as does the tasting menu – both provide a good introduction. The décor, an interesting mix of cosmopolitan London meets the mystery of the East, ensures Thali attracts a vibrant mix of local foodies and fashionistas. Diners looking for a casual bite are welcomed upstairs to the candlelit restaurant, while the ground floor is reserved for private dining. ** Winner of 2019 London Curry Awards - Fine Dining restaurant of the year **

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 6:30 pm–11:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:45 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7373 2626
  • Website
    https://www.thali.london/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dila Ram

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4.7

4.7
(235)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

235 Reviews

  1. Stuart Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 18 September 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Small portions for the prices. Food was average. Good service.

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  2. Terrahney Gold

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing hidden gem and must try in London. Spectacular service.

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  3. Mia

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely service and staff. The food was excellent and the place is very cozy and welcoming. Highly recommend !!

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  4. Carol Gold

    Connecticut9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved it - food was delicious and the staff were both helpful and friendly.

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  5. Clare

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 April 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious meal and the service was outstanding, helpful and unobtrusive.

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  6. Jamie

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 April 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent, with great service and the owner is always present too managing everything smoothly. Try the Palak Chat and the Lamb Chukander Gosht (which I like to have with plain naan or roti as opposed to rice)

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  7. Simon

    London32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A smart, sophisticated Indian restaurant serving traditional dishes in a no nonsense style. The restaurant is spacious, the service swift and unintrusive, and the food is high quality.

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  8. larry Gold

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a hidden gem. It is that unique restaurant that has great food and great service and is quiet enough that you can actually talk to the people at your table without shouting. A great experience for a business dinner or an intimate meal with friends or family.

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  9. Duncan

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really friendly service and great food, good choice, fresh and served on smaller bowls as small plates.

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  10. Maurice Gold

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service and prices. The February 25% off discount makes Thali a must go to place.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 6:30 pm–11:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:45 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7373 2626
  • Website
    https://www.thali.london/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dila Ram

FAQs

Yes, Thali's upstairs candlelit dining, cosy atmosphere and multiple guests describing it as intimate make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

Thali is a cosy, candlelit South Kensington spot where cosmopolitan London meets the mystery of the East; guests praise its warm, welcoming service and intimate atmosphere.

Thali offers private dining on the ground floor, while the casually candlelit dining room is upstairs, a clear split between intimate private space and the main restaurant.

Thali often feels relaxed and intimate, guests note it’s “quiet enough that you can actually talk, ” making it a good choice for business dinners and intimate meals.

Smart casual is the guide at Thali, polished but relaxed, a good fit for business dinners or slightly dressier evenings.

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Thali

4.7
£26 to £40
Indian
Kensington

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
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