Enjoyed eating karahi. Came here with my family and we were very pleased with the service and…read moreatmosphere.

There's a new curry ...excuse me.. karahi in Kentish Town. Lahore Masala House occupies the former…read moreCeylan and more recently Golden Kebab house. They have done an impressive job on the remodel updating it with a bright and clean interior tastefully decorated and well equipped. Two large screen TV's play Bollywood music videos and sporting events. When you enter there is a small kebab shop and takeaway, and you enter through the second set of doors to the dining room. The food is amazing! A dazzling array of choices and some special items. We ordered Karahi Fish, Karahi Methi Gosht, Tarka Daal and a whole tandoori chicken. This was more than enough food for four and we were all very happy to try so many tasty items. First the fish was perfectly prepared and delicately spiced. It had a great texture and wasn't "swimming" in sauce. The lamb curry was ordered spicy and the chef actually came to ask us how spicy we actually wanted it, so we explained EXTRA EXTRA EXTRA hot.. he laughed and asked if we were sure and we said we were. He delivered! It was a spicy inferno without being overpowering. The daal was very nice but the highlight was the Tandoori chicken.. it was the most flavorful one we had tried in a long time and came out perfectly moist and juicy and oozing with flavour, and at 7 quid it was quite a deal as well. We also noted on the menu the chefs special.. a WHOLE LEG OF LAMB! We vowed a night of hedonism and drinking accompanied by a lamb feast. We followed through the following week and we were rewarded for our determination with a stunning piece of culinary magic. The leg of lamb was so tender and flavourful that we decided to make it a monthly ritual.. but be forewarned you have to order it 24 hours in advance.. so think ahead! The Lahore Masala House is a welcome addition to the Kentish Town landscape.. they have great lunch deals and they also stay up late for those leaving the locals or the Forum.

Came here after many recommendations from friends and my Instagram feed--and it absolutely lived up…read moreto the hype. The vibe is warm and lively, the service was great, and the food was delicious . The Paneer, House Black Daal, roti and parathas, crispy okra, chai and lassi were all delicious. Definitely worth the wait, and I'd happily come back when in London!!

I'm probably going to get some hate for this but I only thought our meal was ok…read more Which bummed me out because I've been dying to try this place for years! We started with some yummy cocktails and the okra fries which were delicious - if only okra always tasted this good. For mains, we shared the chicken tikka, black daal, paneer and garlic naan. Pretty standard Indian order. The chicken tikka was just too spicy and we weren't used to that so it went mainly eaten. My favorite was the black daal but again, it wasn't so amazing that I would go and have it again. Honestly the best dish we had was dessert - the basmati kheer is a perfect rice pudding with crème brûlée like topping. So good. Service was spotty, I constantly found myself trying to find our server or make eye contact with him. They were slammed on a Tuesday night (which I'm sure is the case every night) so that's probably just the way things are but it could've been better. Disappointed but willing to try again, also made me want to try some other Indian spots in London next.

Upon sitting we were asked if we wanted popadoms and we said sure why not. Complimentary salad was…read morein one hand and the popadoms were in another. Beware: you will get charged for this!!! We got the dry meat and it was a good portion, nothing exceptional per se. The naan had pools of ghee on it which I don't think was necessary. The menus are sticky and the bathrooms are pretty dirty. We got a salty lassi which we asked to be a bit thicker which they accommodated and appreciated!

Absolutely loved Tayyabs!…read more The one thing I knew I needed when visiting London was Indian food and I'm so happy I found this restaurant. Found this restaurant on Yelp after seeing such great reviews and I wasn't disappointed! At first, I was nervous my friend and I wouldn't get a table due to how busy the restaurant was but since we were only two people, we had no issue getting a table. Seating is tight! You are almost arm to arm with the individuals sitting around you which I actually found to be a great experience. My friend and I ended up striking conversation with the people next to us which led to a fun dining experience. Service was quick! We ordered food and it came out quickly and all waiters were super attentive. In terms of food, everything was absolutely delicious and portion sizes were huge! First we ordered the lamb chops and the samosas which were absolutely amazing. We then ordered the chicken and lamb dishes with the naan which completely filled us. I can't wait to come back and I will absolutely be dreaming about this restaurant until I come back!

Amazing dish with Lamb, Chicken and Kabobs! Tasty sauces and especially the Chutney! Food was…read moreamazing along with the service

OMG! Service and food were INCREDIBLE! I LOVE getting Indian Food when I come to London, given my…read morearrival this morning I checked in to my lodging and found Zayna a short walk away.... I am SO GLAD I did. My server was super helpful answering my questions and helping me home in on something unique I hadn't experienced before. ... and WAS IT REMARKABLE!!!! I ended up selecting the Biryani Shah Jahani (Lamb) and some Tandori Partatha bread. The flavor was explosive on my pallet. I requested it as a medium spice level and was concerned that it may have been too "tame." In the end it was perfect (for my tastes). Had a nice amount of heat but not overly so. I'm here all week and can see myself swinging back by here multiple times. A definite place to add to your list of must experience Indian restaurants in London!!!

Been hearing about his place for what seems like forever. Dining solo, I ordered the Lamb Chop…read moreCurry ( only available Fridays) and a plain Naan Bread. On seating a small plate of salad arrives with some yogurt dressing. Service was efficient and friendly.

I have pretty mixed feelings if I'm being honest, but overall I had a nice time. We were able to be…read moreseated immediately. The restaurant is pretty cramped and noisy. We could barely hear each other talk over the chatter around us. With that said, it did feel like everyone in there was almost a family. It did not have any stodginess nor formality to it. Wish it were a bit quieter, but overall I liked the vibe. The ordering system... chaos. Our server came over and we started asking for dishes. At one point he randomly walked off and we were like "uhhh what". Then he came back and continued taking our order. What arrived at our table was a combination of things we ordered and things we definitely did not order, with some things we ordered missing altogether. The food: good. I loved the saag paneer and the daal. The lamb chops and chicken tikka masala weren't as good as Tayyabs, the chicken being notably worse. Price point was about the same. Our total was only £20 pp though, so definitely felt like the food was a good value. Between 3 and 4 stars at this point, so the deciding factor for me is the fact that neither stall in the women's toilets locked. Overall, Tayyabs and Lahore are, on paper, very similar restaurants, and Tayyabs (in my opinion) is the clear winner.

Great food and service. Accidentally walked in upon a late evening arrival. Went back before we…read morecame home

I ate here twice during my last trip to London and every time the food was hot, fresh and…read moredelicious. I've had both the lamb and chicken and both are very flavorful, tender and tasty. I can't wait to come back and have this again

I discovered Lahore Karahi through Reddit and let me say that this was hands down one of the best…read morerestaurants my wife and I have dined at in a very long time. We ordered their: Nihari, Chicken Biryani, Keema Naan, and one other dish I can't remember. Everything was PHENOMENAL! Every dish and bite was just absolutely loaded with spices, aromatics, and flavor. Seriously, it was so good my wife and I ordered another keema naan. The 3 sauces they drop off with the naan were so addicting too. I could eat them alone. There was a little accident during our meal though that involved a spill and some stains on my and my wife's clothes/shoes, but stuff happens and they did right by us. Excellent service and even better food. My only complaint is that my wife and I didn't come back a 2nd time before going home :(

So good. Still crushing it like Dre. The chicken biryani is a must. Service is excellent.read more

They have recently opened just off Edgware Road. I thought I would give it a go…read more Went there around 1pm on Thursday and ordered lamb seekh kebab with Naan. Was very disappointed that the kebabs were not fresh off the skewers. Instead they were prepared earlier and reheated for my order. For a restaurant calling themselves Taste of Lahore, you will be disappointed! Kebabs should never be reheated! I would call this restaurant Bad Taste of Lahore instead.

We visited this place on a two day trip to London. It was walking distance from our hotel and we…read morewere a party of 5 with 2 kids. Walked in got greeted and were free to sit where we wanted. We ordered biryani, seeks kebab, Karhai, Bhindi Chana chawal for kids and some naan and roti. This place has a. Why Dhaba type atmosphere. Kebabs came out SIZZLING first. Amazing taste. Then the rest of the food came one by one. The Biryani was the clear winner. It was so good we ordered another plate a close number two was the amazing Kadhai. So so tasty and good. The rest of the food was superior in quality. Food: great Atmosphere : good Service : good. All in all amazing place to crash on a Monday night in London !

It looks very run down from the outside in comparison to the otherwise glossy sea of middle eastern…read morerestaraunts in this expensive enclave. And when you go inside it really does look like one of those old style 1980's pakistani cafe's but hey there is a reason this restaraunt has been here since 1979. It serves a wide variety of home style pakistani food at a very cheap price. A generous tandoori chicken leg can be had for £2.50, a nan for £1, they serve a wide range of curries and rice dishes and fresh fruit drinks.I would stress the food is most adequate. The menu has something for everyone. The furniture hasnt changed much since 1979 but that is part of the appeal I have always liked this place. It has a warm welcoming atmosphere, friendly yet unobtrusive staff (always respectful no matter how big or small your order), and a nice view outside. 85%

Faisal and Ahmad have both taken my order on the phone and the food was delicious - they even told…read moreme the approximate time and made suggestions as to what to order. My favorites are lamb karhai (boneless option for my father-in-law). The paya and sujji are also pretty awesome. But honestly the customer service both in person and for delivery is what keeps me coming back. They really care about their clients and offer really authentic, comforting food. Thanks guys!

From the owner: We Specialize in Authentic Karachi Lamb Nihari freshly made from Spring Lamb Daily…read moreChicken Biryani that will revive your memory of Burns Road, like no other in all of London! Guaranteed! Fresh Made to order Full Chicken Karahi straight from GT Road We also have perfectly seasoned Chicken & Lamb Haleem, and Lamb & Beef Paya that will keep you warm all winter! Our Weekend Special include Special Kastoori Doodh Gajar ka Halwa and Beef Paya(Beef Trotter Stew) And our most prized dish, Kunna Paya made with Lamb Shank and Paya slow cooked to perfectly with a taste like no other! You will be coming back and back again just to remind your taste buds of the true taste of Karachi.