I managed to get a weekday lunch reservation for one at 2:30pm, and snagged a table by the window with a great view of the main dining room. For me, Gymkhana absolutely lived up to the hype. Although they offer a set lunch menu, I went à la carte to try exactly what I wanted: Chicken Butter Masala, an Indian Onion & Green Chilli Salad, and Garlic Naan (which I appreciated they offer in single pieces). For drinks, I started with their signature Masala Margarita, paired the meal with a Salty Masala Lassi, and finished with a Masala Chai. It was more food than I usually eat, but it was too good not to finish. Every dish was outstanding--bold, layered flavors with distinct character. It really highlighted how exceptional Indian cuisine can be. The drinks had creative twists and complemented the food beautifully. Service was warm, attentive, and efficient without ever feeling formal or rushed. I could tell the staff would gladly accommodate special requests if needed. It was all very deserving of its two Michelin stars. Total bill: GBP 94 including drinks, service, etc. One tip for first-time visitors: go easy on the rice and bread. The other dishes are far too good to fill up on carbs. read more

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The most incredible meal €75 pp prixe fix lunch includes: Pappad and chutney tasting Aloo chaat Choice of appetizers: we went for chicken kebab an salmon cafreal - both of which were incredible Mains we did butter chicken which was truly once of the best I've ever had and keema pav - which could be skipped. Next time I would go for the prawn curry instead. Mains came with a side of daal and saag which were absolutely delicious! The taste of the tandoor comes through in every single bite. Overall, a 10/10 experience, and a must hit when in London. Incredible attentive service and absolutely gorgeous interiors read more

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It was my third time at Gymkhana and I think the first after it got its second star. 3/3 times, I left the restaurant thinking I just had one of the best meals of my life. The food is so delicious and full of flavors. If you can't handle spicy, you might struggle with some dishes but even then I think its still worth trying. Besides the most popular dishes like the biryani and butter chicken, the dal maharani, alo chaat and the gol guppas are must tries. I like the dark, cozy atmosphere which isn't too loud and also like that the restaurant is divided into smaller rooms so that it isn't a ton of people eating in a massive space. Service is also great, no complaints. My only regret is not having any interest in Indian food when I was living in London as I would have dined here once a month at least. Now I have to wait for the next time in London read more

Our experience was nothing short of phenomenal! Every detail and aspect of our evening was perfect. The food was amazing - one of the best dinners, if not THE best dinner I have ever had. The team was warm, welcoming and very helpful with selections. There was no pretentiousness amongst the crew and this really stood out and allowed us to truly enjoy ourselves. We chose the set menu as it was our first time here - it was a lot of food but the best way to experience the many flavors and dishes that make this restaurant so wonderful. My husband added the wine pairing and felt it was perfectly paired to the dishes and the sommelier did a nice job explaining the selections with each dish. We loved everything and will definitely be back. read more

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a very nice meal, great service, nice restaurant. options for a tasting, a la carte, or prefix. they had a solid wine menu and a great sommelier, had some very nice wines to pair with our menu which overall was good but not many of the dishes stood out. the chutneys and chaat were delicious but other dishes lacked finesse (broccoli was heavy, paneer tikka lacked flavor). curries were nice read more

My husband and I visited during our honeymoon from America, and this was our first dinner after arriving in London. We booked about two months in advance, and even with a late 10:30pm reservation, we were excited to make it special. The food was good, but for a 2-Michelin-star restaurant, it felt simpler than we expected. The space is quite small, with tables very close together, which made the seating a bit uncomfortable and limited table space for the dishes. Service was pleasant, and while the pricing is expected for a Michelin restaurant, the overall experience didn't quite feel worth it for us. We truly wanted to love it, but it didn't fully meet our expectations for such a special occasion. read more

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Ambiance: Understanding that this is a Michelin Star Restaurant, it feels very cozy. Service: Service was excellent. Everyone was so welcoming. Food: Everything we got here was tasty. There truly wasn't a bad dish we got & we ordered items our server recommended. If you're dairy free, there's plenty of items you can get. I would highly recommend this restaurant anytime you're in town. read more

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As someone who has been to India before, Gymkhana was some of the best Indian food that I ever had. I recommend making reservation ahead of time and going in for the lunch tasting menu. I went on a Friday and the restaurant was fully booked. Keep in mind that with lunch, you can save a few pounds especially compared to dinner. Additionally, the service and ambiance were all excellent with my waiter doing a wonderful job walking me through the menu. A pro tip: definitely order some chopped chilis on the side if you care to add some extra spice. I will for sure be back to Gymkhana the next time I am in London. I plan on splurging and trying the dinner tasting menu next time. read more

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We were lucky enough to secure a lunch reservation and decided to do their lunch menu. It was definitely a feast since we were able to try different items so I would definitely arrive hungry. If you're dining with someone, definitely take advantage of the lunch menu and order all different items so you have a variety of dishes to try. We did arrive about 20 minutes early but they were able to seat us right away. The portions were quite large for us that we ended up taking boxes back to our hotel. I definitely recommend coming here for lunch because 1) you don't need to put down 100/per person deposit and 2) lunch menu serves large portions and there's a option to order a la carte as well!! More lunch reservations do open closer to the date but you'll need to check constantly and book immediately. read more

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One of my top favorite meals of all time, not just in London! My bf was able to snag a reservation and we were so excited to eat here. The interior of the restaurant is really unique and intimate, and the servers were all so nice. We didn't do the set menu, and ordered a la cart. Chicken Butter Masala - the creamiest, most flavorful masala ever. It also comes with 3 types of naan, my favorite is the first one. Chicken Tikka - really tender chicken. Like quite possibly the tenderest I've ever had. Patiala Fried Chicken - our server warned us it is spicy, I thought it was just ok but the heat does build. It's so good tho! I think about this from time to time. My bf cannot handle spice and did think this was too spicy, but also thought it was good. Our Server was so nice he brought out some yogurt sauce for him to kill the spice. Aloo Chaat - I forgot what thjs was, but remember it's really creamy and yummy. A recommendation from our server. Pearl of India drink - passion fruit with sparkling jasmine tea. super refreshing. They're opening another location in New York (and Vegas?) sometime this year or next. I hope they open one in OC/LA. I can't wait to dine here again! read more

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As a Punjabi, I am so happy I got a reservation here and got to try the food. Absolutely delicious and by far authentic to what Punjabi food tastes like flavor wise. It's such a posh interior and definitely felt regal. I enjoyed every item I ordered on the menu and hope to be back again to try the others as well. read more

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Reservation was worth the wait. Food was delightful. So many favorites but if I had to choose, it would be the butter chicken, paneer and the lamb - mouth watering! We had the private room and while beautiful and intimate, I would have preferred the energy of the main dining room. read more

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This was my first time dining at a Michelin star restaurant and it was one of the best meals of my life. I can see why they have 2 Michelin stars. The interior is intimate and beautiful. Everything is a nod to British Imperialism in India from the decor to the menu. The staff were absolutely incredible. Instead of a dedicated server, everyone served us as they saw a need. They gave us fresh plates, swept up crumbs, and refilled water constantly. It was truly exceptional. To drink, I got the Pegu Club, which featured gin, lime, grapefruit, Campari, and Sabo hops. It was sweet, tart, and perfectly balanced. We did the lunch menu. We started off with the pappadam selection which was served with a variety of chutneys. Each was excellent. I especially loved the mint and prawn chutneys. They also brought out a chick pea potato dish to share that was delicious. Next, I had the Kasoori chicken tikka, which was incredibly herbaceous and so tender. It was served with a delightful sweet yogurt that paired perfectly. Next, I enjoyed the Goan prawn curry, which had huge tender prawns and a thick coconut curry sauce. I enjoyed it with an assortment of other dishes ordered by people at my table and everything was lovely. At the end of the meal. They brought out these pretty sweets. They were delicate, nutty, and had fennel, anise, and other spices. I was truly amazed by the entire experience and would love to come back some day. read more

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Gymkhana is easily some of the best Indian food I've ever had. Food: Every single dish was a 10/10. We ordered the aloo chaat, baby goat keema, tiger prawns, butter chicken, pork cheek vindaloo, and lamb biryani. Each one was packed with flavor, perfectly spiced, and felt elevated while still authentic. Ambiance: Dark, intimate, and upscale but still comfortable. Great spot for a date night or a memorable dinner. Service: Really attentive and knowledgeable. They guided us through the menu and checked in at the right times without being overbearing. Overall: One of the best meals I've had in a long time. Gymkhana absolutely lives up to the hype and I'd come back in a heartbeat. read more

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A restaurant that ruins other restaurants (in the best way) I went to Gymkhana last year, and honestly, I haven't felt the same about any other high-end restaurant since. It set the bar way too high. The flavors, the balance of spices, the richness without being heavy everything was dialed in perfectly. Service was sharp and polished without being stiff, and the whole experience had that rare mix of luxury and comfort. It's one of those meals that sticks with you long after you leave. Every "nice" restaurant I've tried this time around in London has since end up being compared to Gymkhana... and nothing has matched it yet. read more

Gymkhana is a definitely must try when visiting London. It was my first time going to a two Michelin star restaurant. I was able to secure a Friday night reservation and I had a wonderful experience. My group started off with the kid goat methi keema, which was my favorite dish. It was a meat version of pav bhaji and was savory with the perfect spice level. We also ordered the lamb chops which were absolutely delicious. For dinner we ordered the butter chicken and dal maharani. Those were standard but still delicious. We celebrated my husband's birthday there and they surprised us with a birthday dessert and a card, which we thought was very sweet. A pricey dinner but overall my experience was great. read more

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Gymkhana is one of those rare places that's as good as everyone says. This two-Michelin-star spot was the most anticipated dinner of my entire trip. We started with the gol guppas which are crispy shells filled with tangy, spicy water. Basically India's version of flavor fireworks. The kid goat methi keema is one of their most iconic bites. The rich aromatic minced goat is simmered with fenugreek leaves until the flavors melt together. You scoop it up with soft buttered pao buns and tangy pickled onions. But the tandoori masala lamb chops are the holy grail. If you order one dish it has to be this. They're perfectly charred, coated in fragrant spices, and paired with a sweet walnut chutney. I've never had lamb chops this tender. I would recommend branching out from the butter chicken and going for the goan prawn curry. The Plump prawns are perfectly cooked in a rich, spicy coconut curry that i soaked up with. garlic naan. Definitely worth it when you're in London read more

Glad I was able to make a reservation while visiting London! One of the best Indian food I've had so far! Everything we order was fresh , aromatic and flavorful not overly heavy/oily! Services was attentive but a little slow for my vibe! I I thought the lightly was a little darken otherwise glad they are coming to the US! read more

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Celebrated a honeymoon meal here for lunch. Delicious! We got the à la carte menu and the saffron rice dessert.

We went to Gymkhana in Mayfair for their lunch special, and it was hands-down one of the best dining experiences I've had in London. The set menu was such a great value for the quality -- every course was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. From the perfectly spiced starters to the rich, aromatic mains, each dish felt like a refined twist on Indian classics. The tandoori lamb chops were cooked to perfection, and the accompanying chutneys added the perfect burst of brightness. We let the restaurant know it was my birthday and they made it a point to bring out some sweets and gave me a post card as well as I am from America! This is actually the second time we went there .. the first time I had gotten a cocktail that I ended up not liking much and hadn't touched the drink. The host came over and asked me if something was wrong with the drink and I let him know, not exactly I just didn't like the taste. He was so generous and removed it form the final bill. Really appreciate the service here. The space itself is gorgeous -- all dark wood, leather banquettes, and colonial club charm -- and the service was warm and attentive without ever feeling rushed. For a Michelin-starred spot, the lunch special made it feel surprisingly accessible, and I left already planning my next visit. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a taste of Gymkhana without committing to the full dinner menu. read more

One of the main reasons I came to visit London was to try this restaurant, I succeeded and excelled my expectations!! Hands down THE best Indian food I've ever had outside India. This restaurant is an absolute gem in London's dinning scene. You would think that since it is a Michelin-starred restaurant the dishes would be fancy or pompous but instead they effortlessly combine traditional flavors in a creative delicious way. Every dish carefully crafted and presented. Dishes like the bread sample, papadam and panipuri are great to start with. The panipuri was my absolute favorite! The taste of those crunchy little pillows with the sauce inside was an explosion in your mouth. We also had the lamb chops, butter chicken, aloo chaat and Jumbo shrimp. Everything amazing but if you ask me the aloo chaat was outstanding! The broccoli was also delicious, with a little kick of spice. We got seated on the ground floor which had a classic decor with a dim light that created a cozy atmosphere. The service was extraordinary and made the experience more special. read more

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Do yourself a favor and grab the first reservation you can find! The bar is lovely as well and serves small plates. All I can say is it's the best Indian food and food in general that I've had. The flavor profiles, the service, the decor all lovely. Wish I had time for sit down but I'm so glad I was able to go. read more

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We came to this highly-recommended restaurant expecting the very best and our expectations were well-exceeded! We enjoyed their spectacular holiday tasting menu, which featured a combination of traditional "tried and true" Indian dishes, as well as several items that were more inventive and less common at typical Indian places. Gymkhana had utterly top-notch service! Waters were kept full, napkins were refreshed, tables were spruced, and we never once felt like we "needed" something because everything was always either there or offered proactively. I'd not felt so pampered in a while. The wine list here is marvelous and the sommelier on site was a dream at recommending glasses or bottles for the specific dishes we had. My only gripe is that a £300 bottle was recommended well before a £70 bottle was even mentioned... so a very minor gripe about expensive upselling, but that pales in comparison to the excellent experience here overall. Can't wait to come back! read more

Gymkhana - Spectacular tasting menu and utterly top-notch service! - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

It was over-hyped. The service was definitely not 2-star worthy. The food was fine. Some lacked flavor, or was overly-rich. Most people spent time taking pictures of their food. For the price, there are probably better places. read more

After hearing so much about London's Indian food scene, I was really excited to try out some well-known Michelin star restaurants like Gymkhana. Although it was a bit hard to find reservations for the times that I wanted, I started checking pretty early and after looking a couple times I was able to book a spot for lunch around when they opened. The interior has a classy vibe to it and the service was very good. I decided to go with the pre-fixe lunch menu, which included a Pappadum Selection, Aloo Chaat, Goan Cafreal Salmon Tikka, and Goan Prawn Curry. Just right off the bat, this is a LOT of food for one person and you will most likely be stuffed afterwards (can't complain about not getting enough though). The pappadum selection was excellent, with a great selection of sauces to pair with it. The aloo chaat had a great crispy texture to it which went well with the tamarind sauce it was mixed with, definitely among some of the best that I've had. The Salmon Tikka was also excellent, as it was quite tender and juicy as you cut it open. For the Goan Prawn curry, this is served with Saag Makai, Dal Lasooni, and the option of either Naan or rice. All the dishes here were great, as the prawns had a lot of flavor with the curry and the Saag Makai was also top-tier with the spinach. Overall, I can see why this restaurant has its reputation since the food here is excellent. Definitely recommend trying to get a reservation if you're able to! read more

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Best Indian food ever in my opinion (Have had food in India and the states). Great Service and Ambiance. Excited to try the location in Las Vegas as well. read more

One of my favorite meals in London. We went for the 2 course lunch prix-fixe, which was MORE than enough food (honestly I have no idea how people finish it). Also ordered a mango lassi, which was yummy. Restaurant itself is gorgeous and the service excellent (would expect nothing less from a 2 star Michelin restaurant). Stand outs include the aloo chaat (both my friend and I agreed it was our favorite by far), chicken tikka (very tender and flavorful), and the butter chicken with bread basket. All the accompanying side dishes were great as well. Come with a large appetite! Our waiter also told us they were planning on opening an NYC location soon and you can bet I'll be going. read more

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Ordered: Pearl of India (~£12): passionfruit & sparkling Jasmine pearl tea Alphonso Mango Lassi (~£8) 2 Lunch Menu (~£60/person) -Starters: Pappadum Selection, Shrimp Sorpotel, & Nimbu Achari Raita and Aloo Chat with Tamarind & Sev -Appetizers: Achari Paneer Tikka, Fig, Cashew Nut, Corn Chaat & Kasoori Chicken Tikka, Moong Sprouts, Kasundi Kachumber -Entrees: Chicken Butter Masala & Kid Goat Methi Keema - served with Saag Makai, Dal Lasooni, Bread Basket & Basmati Rice -Dessert (+£5): Saffron Pistachio Kulfi Falooda Aya's take: Gymkhana is 1 of only 4 Indian restaurants in the WORLD with a 2 Michelin star distinction - and for good reason! I was super excited when we snagged a reservation for lunch. Their Lunch Menu is an amazing deal for ~£60. They give you so much food which is great if you want to try more options on their menu as each person can choose their own appetizers and entrees. Both starters were solid but the Aloo Chat with Tamarind & Sev was the real winner. I love the multiple textures from the creaminess, crispiness that complimented the flavors so well. Both appetizers were amazing! The Achari Paneer Tikka with Corn Chaat was unlike anything I've had before and the Chicken Tikka was literally the best piece of chicken I've ever had. High quality, traditional yet innovative flavors, and unbelievably addicting. This was my favorite bite. As for entrees, The Chicken Butter Masala was a close second. I love that it's a mix of butter chicken and chicken tikka masala in one dish. It was buttery, tomatoey, and delicately balanced with spices. I think they use the same recipe for the chicken as the Chicken Tikka appetizer because it was also outstanding. The Bread Basket & Basmati Rice were fluffy, fresh, and paired well with the entrees. I'm so glad I decided to get dessert because this Saffron Pistachio Kulfi Falooda is probably the best I will ever have. It was unbelievably fragrant, subtly sweet, and just the right bite to end the meal with. Both drinks were beautiful and the Pearl of India has to be one of the best non-alcoholic drinks I've ever had. The combination of passionfruit and Jasmine pearl tea was light, tropical, and refreshing. I could've drank 4 of them in 1 sitting. All in all, it was an incredible experience. If you have the opportunity to dine at Gymkhana, I highly recommend you do so! PS, there's known to be celebrity sightings here too. read more

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I've had people ask me what I ate when I went to London and always hands down this is the first one I mention. Has to be my favorite dining experience while there. Everything was so fresh and vibrant and delicious. We went for the lunch tasting menu. I started off with the Masala Margarita. The Achari Paneer Tikka was a favorite at our table but I was blown away with the Goat Methi Keema. I only wish I was able to finish it, because they do give you so much food. Absolutely worth it read more

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Prix fixe dinner menu. Love when you leave a 2-michelin star restaurant with a bag of leftovers. it was so much full. I overate and still had leftovers. I wouldn't recommend doing the prix fixe again; I'd probably just order the dishes i wanted...and get an extra chicken butter masala to go. The starters were good but nothing all that unusual or great. The goat keema pau and the paneer with corn were both delicious, i really loved the paneer with corn to start while my wife loved the Aloo chaat. But while it sounds simple/classic, the star of the meal for me was the chicken butter masala. It was rich with flavor of course but the unique smokiness to not just the chicken but the smokiness that came through the curry sauce directly was incredible. It gets pricey and some parts of the meal were better than others, but I would love to return. read more

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Gymkhana wow. So the restaurant is gorgeous. Service is excellent. Food is top notch. Our reservation was at 10pm so we could only order a la carte, as opposed to the prefixed menu, but this was truly a blessing in disguise. Come hungry and bring heartburn medications for after. Definitely get the aloo chaat (our favorite dish) and tikka masala chicken. I also loved the butter chicken. Slightly less notable dishes were the eggplant (Khatta Meetha Baingan) and the black lentils (Dal Maharani), but honestly they were still good just maybe less unique and mind-blowing compared to the other dishes. Bread basket with naan is pretty standard. We also got a side of rice for the butter chicken. The cocktails were solid and with an Indian twist. The mango lassi was also great. The sorbets were also very flavorful and good, but nothing too unique. We left extremely, extremely full but very happy indeed. Next time I'd probably get the aloo chaat, maaaybe try the samosas, chicken tikka, and the butter chicken. I wouldn't get as many dishes as they recommended. They also own the cocktail bar next door, called 42. It is super classy and delicious with Indian fusion cocktails as well. You typically need reservations here as well but maybe could line them back to back if you wanted to try both. Last thing, I had no idea but at Harrods in the restaurant area they also have a gymkhana deli counter-looking area (for a lack of what else to call it) for anyone who couldn't get into the restaurant but wanted to try some of their food (I'm sure it's not as good, but desperate times call for desperate measures). read more

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I came for the lunch set for $65 and it was very well worth the money. I got a 12pm lunch slot after setting an alert via sevenrooms and got a reservation the day of. It was definitely too much food for one person as I believe they give the same portion of pappadum and naan as if there were two people. Pappadum came was a delicious selection of chutney that all ranged spicy, salty, and sweet. I kept my chutney to pair with the rest of my meal as well. Aloo Chaat was the highlight of this meal for me. It had crispy potatoes and chickpeas underneath and bed a creamy sauce. It was so perfectly balanced and had great textures. For the other courses, I opted for the chicken Tikka and chicken butter masala. I didn't love the chicken tikka as it tasted overly salted but it went well with the chutney. The chicken butter masala was good but to me it wasn't anything special or outstanding. It does come with saag makai which is a spinach based dish and dal Pasolini which contains corn and lentils. Overall, it was a great introduction to this two Michelins star restaurant but I don't think anything blew me away other than the aloo chaat. Great value though! read more

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Gymkhana was one of my favorite meals of our London trip! We did the a la carte menu and everything we tried was amazing. The Butter Chicken was hands-down my favorite--so rich and flavorful. The Amritsari Lobster, Shrimp and Queenies were incredible, and the Lasooni Wild Tiger Prawns were perfectly cooked. We also had the Muntjac Biryani, Garlic Naan, Pani Puri, and Mango Lassi, all great additions to the meal! The service was fantastic, and the vibe and decor of the restaurant were so cool and elegant, really added to the experience. If you're in London and love Indian food, Gymkhana is a must-visit. Every dish we had was packed with flavor and made the meal feel really special. read more

Amazing meal, wonderful staff. Try whatever the staff recommends- you won't be disappointed Aloo Chaat, Lamb methi to name two new favorites! read more

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This was the first two Michelin star restaurant we've been to so, of course, high expectations! Gymkhana came highly recommended so I was online waiting to get a reservations right when they opened up to make sure to snag a table. We arrived a couple of minutes before our reservation time and were seated immediately. We decided to do the non-vegetarian tasting menu. Since it was the two of us, we got both items from the first course (pappadum with sauces & gol guppas), second course (aloo chaat & shrimps), and fifth course (dessert - falooda & kheer). For the third course, we selected the salmon tikka & goat kheema pau. For the fourth course, we went with the chicken tikka & Goan prawn curry - this course also came with dal makhni, saag makai, naan/roti, and rice. Obviously as you can imagine from what I mentioned, it was a lot of food! The pappadum & gol guppas were probably my favorite items of the night. The dal makhni, saag, and chicken curry were also very tasty. Other items were good; I think the only thing my husband & I weren't a fan of at all was the salmon tikka - had a chutney sauce on top of the fish that we didn't care for. We were seated at the table close to the host stand and there were people coming in / going out constantly, so we didn't get an intimate experience. I guess I had imagined since we made a reservation super early on that we would be seated at a better table. However, service was pretty good throughout. The timing between courses seemed fine, except there was a much longer gap between the fourth and final course, which made us start bumping up against our 2 hour mark. This meant that finishing dessert, getting the check, and paying the check was a bit hectic. Was it worth it for the experience? I'd say so. Would this be a restaurant we'd frequent if we lived in London? Probably not, but I'm glad as a tourist that we tried this out! read more

Best Indian food I've ever had!! Laidback and nice ambiance. Service was also excellent. read more

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Came by for dinner the other night and it was a decent experience. Made a reservation online and my table was ready upon arrival. Gymkhana is a Michelin 2 star Indian restaurant in London and features indoor dining exclusively on the street level or in the basement. Portions at Gymkhana are gigantic. Opted for the £115 tasting menu and it was probably enough food for 2-3 diners... Definitely save room to try out other courses and don't indulge all at once! Gymkhana gives off old money vibes with a surprising number of tourists. Started off with the Pappadum Selection, Shrimp Sorpotel & Nimbu Achari Raita, Gol Guppas, Jaljeera, Potato, Sprouting Moong. The pappadum selection was gigantic and sufficient for 2-3 diners. The Gol Guppa was unique. Moved on to the Amritsari Pink Shrimps & Queenies, Dill Raita which I found mediocre. Flavors were vibrant although I didn't find the shrimps too fresh. The presentation was also a touch lacklustre for a Michelin 2 star. The Gilafi Quail Seekh Kebab, Mint & Mustard Chutney may have been the highlight of the meal being super flavorful, fragrant, and juicy. The kebab did have a slight kick to it. Perhaps a side of bread/rice would have been nice with this course. The Goan Prawn Curry consisted of 3 prawns. The curry was flavorful and this course came with Dal Maharani, Saag Makai, and a Bread Basket. The prawn curry was the correct size and the remainder of the dishes were also perfect for 2-3 diners.. I've had better naan at Dishoom. Meal ended off with a gigantic Cardamom & Basmati Rice Kheer, Fresh Mango, Sorbet along with some petit fours. The rice kheer was flavorful although I merely was able to make a dent in this gigantic dessert. There was an optional £1 generic donation added to the bill which I had the waitstaff help remove... read more

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Perfection. I came from NY to experience Gymkhana. It exceeded the hype. I will be back next year. Amazing experience.

Amazed and surprised at how this has any Michelin stars. Food: - Lacked flavors and was salty. When we asked the server he said it is tuned for the local Palette. which was absolutely a lame excuse. - we had a tasting menu and the only course that were the appetizers. Service: - we were seated at 9:45 and the first course was served at around 10:15 and the second at 10:45. The servers did not check in on us neither did they care enough to refill our waters. - we had a person in our party who had covid and they refused to cancel the reservation and forced us to go stating that covid is not a criteria to cancel. - we were forced to spend 400 pounds minimum as one the person with covid did not come for our safety. - the whole interaction with the staff starting from the reservation to the service was forceful and entitled. When you go to a supposedly michelin star the least you can expect is good food (at least 80% of the spread) and great service. Having visited several Michelin stars this was the worst service, food. we just couldn't justify the money charged. Visiting from the US we honestly missed the amazing restaurants we are fortunate to have there! So a good testament to don't judge a book by its cover! read more

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I went expecting very good Indian food, and Gymkhana delivered! They excel is putting out high quality, traditional (mostly North) Indian dishes. I appreciate Gymkhana's emphasis on making the classics right rather than overly innovating on traditional Indian cuisine, which is a trap I think many fine dining establishments in the Michelin world fall into. The service was excellent. We were checked in on often by multiple waiters. I ordered a mango lassi that took a while to come out. I followed up on it, and my waiter immediately took it off the bill to make up for the wait. Loved the ambiance. A very old school 70/80s parlor vibe in the basement. Some dish shout outs: - We ordered the pani puri / gol guppa and this was honestly disappointing. I'd skip it. The pani puri shells were stale and the filling lacked flavor. If you are Indian or have had authentic pani puri before, you likely won't be impressed. - Fantastic green chutney and sauces that came out with the papadum assortment. One of the green chutneys I've had (I've had a lot). - Order the Masala Lamb Chops and thank me later. With the £66. Super recommend! - Butter chicken was flavorful and tender. - Gulab Jamun dessert was so fresh and soft and tasty. Highly recommend! read more

Gymkhana - Assortment of papadum with sauces. Recommend! - Indian Near Me - London, XGL