The Bombay Swanley: First look at new restaurant to open in April

The Bombay, a family-run Indian restaurant, will be opening their second Swanley branch on April 6 after four decades of successfully running their first branch in Orpington.

The Bombay, a family-run Indian restaurant, will be opening their second Swanley branch on April 6. (Image: The Bombay)

Run by brothers Kobir, Shah and Mj Hussain, The Bombay first opened in Orpington in the 1980s, winning an array of awards including Editor’s Choice at The Curry Life Awards 2024.

The Bombay first opened in Orpington in the 1980s, winning an array of awards including Editor’s Choice at The Curry Life Awards 2024.  (Image: The Bombay)

The new Swanley venue will be marked with an opening celebration, with the venue’s booking system “inundated” with requests, leading to the event selling out within hours.

The new Swanley venue will be marked with an opening celebration. (Image: The Bombay)

According to Hussain, the new restaurant “places a strong emphasis on creating a memorable dining experience, ensuring that every guest feels like a VIP.”

According to Hussain, the new restaurant “places a strong emphasis on creating a memorable dining experience, ensuring that every guest feels like a VIP.” (Image: The Bombay) The new Swanley restaurant features a stylish décor with accents of gold and black, which nods to the restaurant’s “luxurious” feel whilst still showcasing its more traditional roots.

The new business, which will be able to seat up to 96 people, also features a bar area serving a range of drinks including cocktails.

Hussain added: “Staff members are extensively trained to provide not only exceptional service but also a deep understanding of the culture of Indian hospitality, delivering an experience that’s both luxurious and rooted in tradition.”