Indian and Pakistani cuisine is a feature of British life. The spicy and aromatic flavours are loved by many people across the country, and there are few British towns that don't contain a restaurant that serves up some kind of Indian or Pakistani cuisine. Whilst most people associate fine dining with French or modern European cookery, there are a growing number of Indian and Pakistani eateries that consistently garner good reviews and attain a place on 'top restaurant' lists in respectable publications. Since Belgravia is perhaps the best place in London - or the UK, for that matter - to partake in fine dining experiences, it follows that there are number of restaurants in Belgravia that specialise in quality Indian and Pakistani cuisine.
Let's take a look at two of the finest Indian and Pakistani restaurants Belgravia has to offer:
Amaya - This Michelin-starred Indian eatery has picked up astonishing plaudits and awards. The Sunday Telegraph gave it a scale-breaking 11 marks out of ten in its review. Time Out magazine suggested that it could be the best Indian restaurant in London. It is, unquestionably, one of the best Indian restaurants in Belgravia.
It specialises in serving up classic Indian dishes with a contemporary twist. This focus on modernity extends to its decor, which is sumptuous, exotic, and traditional but timeless - possibly unique amongst restaurants in Belgravia. Customers can expect sophisticated grilled food, served as soon as it's prepared - there are no starters, mains and desserts in the conventional sense. This relaxed style to food is reflected in its relaxed attitude - despite offering a definitively fine dining experience, customers are welcome to eat with their hands, relax and enjoy the food. As well as being one of the most casual, welcoming restaurants, it is also one of the best-valued - especially when you take into consideration the quality of the cuisine on offer.
Salloos - If Amaya is the 'new kid on the block' when it comes to South Asian restaurants in Belgravia, then Salloos is the wise and respected elder statesman. It has been operating since 1966, and has served up fine, aromatic food in Belgravia since 1976. It was opened by Mr Salahuddin, who had the nickname 'Salloo', hence the restaurant's name. As possibly the oldest of the Indian or Pakistani restaurants, you can be assured that a meal at Salloos has years of experience behind its preparation.
It is also different to Amaya in that it eschews modern trends in favour of authenticity. Whilst most restaurants in Belgravia battle to serve up the latest flavours in new and theatrical ways, Salloos has confidence in the quality of its traditional Muslim cookery.
As well as its signature meat dishes, such as tandoori chops and gosht khara masala, Salloos also serves up a wide array of vegetable-based options - making it one of the best restaurants in Belgravia for vegetarians.
If you're a self-confessed foodie, and you're also a fan of the spicy flavours of South Asian cuisine, then an evening at Amaya or Salloos is sure to be an evening to remember. They are, undoubtedly, two of the best South Asian restaurants Belgravia has to offer.
The London district of Belgravia - known for its fine eateries - has a number of Indian and Pakistani restaurants that serve up quality, aromatic cuisine. This article looks at two of the best South Asian restaurants Belgravia has to offer.