Chokhi Dhani in Battersea and Shiuli in Twickenham are among the 28 London restaurants recognised in the British Indian Good Food Guide 2025, which highlights 100 outstanding Indian restaurants across England, Scotland and Wales.
The guide celebrates excellence in British Indian dining, spotlighting restaurants that demonstrate exceptional cooking, consistency and hospitality, selected on merit alone.
The guide’s editors wrote: “Indian cuisine has become one of Britain’s most accomplished and beloved culinary traditions.
“From elegant dining rooms in the capital to family-run kitchens across the regions, these restaurants represent a culture deeply woven into British life.”
Here are this year’s south London winners:
Chokhi Dhani, Battersea
Celebrating the rich culture and flavours of Rajasthan, Chokhi Dhani brings royal Indian dining to the riverside.
The guide praised the restaurant for its “Rajasthani heritage celebrated through generous flavour and attentive service”.
Founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist Kartikeya Sharma, Chokhi Dhani draws inspiration from a luxury resort of the same name in Jaipur.
The restaurant offers rich interiors complete with handcrafted décor and vibrant art.
Guests can expect dishes such as laal maas, a fiery lamb curry from Rajasthan, or seafood dishes infused with regional spices.
Shiuli, Twickenham
Shiuli has been recognised for its “modern dishes and friendly, well-timed service”, which earned it a place in this year’s guide.
The restaurant offers a fresh take on Indian dining, merging classic flavours with a clean, minimalist aesthetic led by chef Ajay Chaurasia.
Popular dishes include tandoori sea bass, Kerala-spiced prawns, and vegetarian plates such as paneer makhani and beetroot tikki.
