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Extraordinary from every aspect
Gymkhana is truly extraordinary from every aspect. First, the restaurant is a very attractive, comfortable and quiet space. The tables are well spaced. Second, the staff at all levels are just superb-----from managers to hosts to waiters. All staff are warm, friendly and extremely helpful. Waiters were knowledgeable and very patient and described fully all items of interest on the menu. Thirdly, the food is exquisite……perfectly cooked and spiced and attractively presented. Portions are more than adequate. As to a recommended item, I would suggest everything on the menu. Gymkhana has two well deserved Michelin stars. Michelin describes three star restaurants as “worth a journey.” Gymkhana certainly falls into the “worth a journey” category. I will go as often as possible. A remarkable place!!
Be the first to ReplyOverhyped, overpriced, underwhelmed
Food was decent but not spectacular. I've had far better in London and elsewhere. Everything started tasting the same after a while. Service was a little plodding. Overall underwhelming.
Be the first to ReplyBoth excellent and disappointing
On vacation from the United States ... Indian cuisine is my favorite ethnic food. Ambience was excellent. Service was solid but our waiter was difficult to understand. Best tandoori chicken I've had in my entire life! Fair play! The buttered chicken was good but not special. But oddly, this Michelin star restaurant served easily the WORST naan bread I've ever eaten. How do you screw that up if you're a restaurant at this level?? That such a simple thing tasted subpar affected the entire meal. I'm from New Jersey, which has a huge East Indian population and a wealth of good Indian restaurants. I can find better naan in pretty much any strip mall Indian restaurant in my state. Bizarre.
Be the first to ReplyThe New Standard for Indian Cuisine
The interior design, especially in the lower level is immaculate. I decided upon trying their Lunch Tasting Menu. My favorite dishes were the Saag Makai and of course their iconic Butter Chicken. The Butter Chicken is literal perfection. The Aloo Chaat starter was also uniquely tasty. The Goan Cafreal Salmon Tikka with Tomato Chutney was marvelous as well. The service was great, my water was promptly refilled the whole meal and silverware was reset between every course immediately after the removal of my previous dish. The wait staff were knowledgeable and informative on each dish presented. This was a lovely meal and the lunch set menu offers a great value and variety. I left stuffed to the gills with barely being able to finish all the courses. Without hesitation, book a reservation!
Be the first to ReplyExcellent Set Lunch Menu
Our first time at this establishment and I am glad I haven’t read the negative reviews - for us everything was perfect: the food, the service, the ambiance and the drinks. We were there for lunch and we opted for the set menu. The Achari Paneer Tikka, Kasoori Chicken Tikka and Goan Cafreal Salmon Tikka were excellent but rather too big portions for an appetiser. The Goan Prawn Curry and Kid Goat Methi Keema were again excellent. For £49 a head it was an excellent value for money as well.
Be the first to ReplyA Disappointing Return to Gymkhana: A Birthday Celebration Turns Awry
As I stepped into Gymkhana, my expectations were high, having previously enjoyed the excellent food and service for the first time back in October 2022. However, what was meant to be a birthday treat for my better half turned into an unmitigated disaster, revealing a stark contrast to my prior experiences. The first letdown was the table placement at the front of the restaurant. Having previously dined in more secluded booths, I failed to notice the poor spacing at the front. The proximity to other diners compromised any semblance of privacy, making maneuvering between tables a troublesome affair. The table setting seemed too casual for a Michelin-starred establishment, lacking the expected formality with cutlery placed haphazardly atop folded napkins. The absence of table linen further added to the un-Michelin atmosphere. Despite these initial disappointments, the sommelier managed to momentarily salvage the experience. The Chablis, perfectly chilled to the correct temperature, was poured with precision. Sadly, this marked the pinnacle of Michelin-worthy service for the evening. The downfall began as we placed our orders early, only to encounter a language barrier with the waitstaff. Then, despite my Indian origin, I was surprised to be asked if I needed the menu explained. The Punjabi Samosas and Gol Guppa were ordered, the latter arriving first. In an unfortunate turn of events, my girlfriend experienced discomfort as she began to eat, feeling the unwarranted gaze of the waitress fixated upon her. One can't help but wonder if this uncomfortable scrutiny arose from a misguided assumption that the white girl at the table lacked familiarity with the proper way to consume Gol Guppa. While the Gol Guppa proved delightful, the experience was further marred by the intrusive clearing of plates and cutlery while my girlfriend still held a morsel in her hand. This unnecessary haste left us feeling harassed and rushed. In a departure from the customary inquiries such as "Is everything to your liking?" and other tactful phrases, the relentless repetition of the question "Is everything good?" struck a chord as an excessive and somewhat aggressive departure from the norm. The intrusive nature of this inquiry not only deviated from the expected dining pleasantries but also left an impression of unnecessary and overbearing scrutiny, further diminishing the overall dining experience. The Punjabi Samosas, when they arrived, were mediocre, falling short of the standard found in many local curry houses. Despite the attentive sommelier, an overzealous waiter repeatedly topped up our glasses, pouring an excess of wine. This rushed service continued as the table was cleared before we could finish our starters, and we were immediately questioned about our main course preferences. The subsequent re-setting of the table was equally chaotic, with cutlery carelessly placed in the center of my setting (not to the side, or either side!), and my girlfriend's utensils slammed down and awkwardly dragged across the table and adjusted by the waiter, for whom the act of repositioning the cutlery required a somewhat awkward contortion across the table. It seems that the less-than-ideal table pitch played a significant role in this. Even as my wine glass was continually over-replenished, we decided to call it quits by requesting the bill at a mere 15 minutes past our booking time. To the credit of the manager, he inquired about our abrupt departure and insisted we not pay for the unsatisfactory experience. Regrettably, this visit to Gymkhana proved to be far from the relaxing and enjoyable dining experience we had anticipated. It appears that an outstanding experience at Gymkhana may be reserved for individuals bearing the name Giles Coren. For the rest of us mere mortals, the alterative prospect of paying someone to orchestrate such an ordeal, leaving us feeling aggrieved and our wallets ablaze, might be more preferable. Thus, it is with disappointment that we declare our decision not to return to Gymkhana.
Be the first to ReplyUnderwhelming
We have been lucky enough to eat in some wonderful restaurants in London, but unfortunately Gymkhana is not one of them. The food was only ok and the service - whilst friendly - was variable. The wine list was expensive - even by London standards. It's also a shame that the menu contains only minimal information, as we like to be able to read about the ingredients and how the dish is cooked when choosing what we want to eat. While the staff did provide information about the dishes, it is hard to hold details of numerous dishes in your head! The meal and experience did not merit the £100 per head price tag. It was very disappointing, as we hoped for more from a restaurant awarded a second Mitchelin star recently.
Be the first to ReplyBest Indian Food in London
I try to come here a few times a year as it’s the best Indian food in London. The quality and precision of the menu offerings is top notch. The ambience is fantastic and unique. In a town full of good Indian options across a range of price points, Gymkhanna remains king!
Be the first to ReplySo disappointing
Were Seated downstairs and waited ages to be served despite being almost empty. Ordered papadams which were all different and not enough for four people so ordered another portion again waited ages. My starter was just ok as a vegan. I still think not enough variety for a vegan. My guests had kebabs which were certainly not tasty. I had a side dhall and when I say side it was such a tiny portion but was quite good. My aloo side was just like boiled potatoes and tasteless I mentioned this and it was taken away and I was not charged. My daughter had the paneer curry which even to look at was horrible it was a creamy colour and looked like something I’m Not going to say. My daughter hardly ate any of it and the waiter took it away and never said a word. The whole time we were sitting there huge plates of food were going past us to the staff sitting behind us. It was like Piccadilly Circus and very distracting. They certainly got bigger portions. My husband had the prawn curry which was watery with no marination and he counted 3 large prawns. No draught lager available just extremely expensive small bottles. I read reviews and chose this for a birthday meal. We have the most fabulous restaurants in Wembley and this restaurant comes nowhere near whilst I appreciate rent and rates are high in Mayfair the prices for what we thought as regular diners of curry are just extortionate. Maybe the chef had an off day. We will never return.
Be the first to ReplyVery filling!
Went for a lunch time meal as it’s quite hard to book in the evenings - excellent, helpful and friendly service and a menu with a lot of choice. Only drawback is it’s slightly expensive.
Be the first to ReplyA Feast to Remember
I had been waiting to come here for my next trip to London. I was not disappointed. We decide do the Feast downstairs in the private room. Easily it fit 6 and had room for 2-3 more. Food was outstanding and the service. We had a mixture of the meat and the vegetarian feast. Spice level was superb as well. The prawns were fantastic. Do not miss out on the wine, they have any amazing Schist Chenin Blanc which paired perfect.
Be the first to ReplyDelicious Dinner
Great dining experience at Gymkhana. The food was so delicious and different. The staff was wonderful and accommodating to our dietary needs and the overall vibe was fun.
Be the first to ReplyReal indian food of the highest quality
Most people on here seem to be complaining that it is too spicy... I find it too spicy as well but the food really is delicious. The quality of the ingredients is top notch and the cooking methods as good as in India. Highly recommended.
Be the first to ReplyRestaurant Manager 👎
My evaluation of this restaurant is that it is one of the best Indian restaurants l visited it during lunch time . The food is very delicious and the service staff is very respectful, as well as the reception staff. Unfortunately, the restaurant manager does not deserve this title, and he is the opposite of all the employees. He really does not deserve to work in this place because it harms the reputation of this restaurant. Working unlike the rest of the employees, I ask the restaurant management to reconsider this employee الاخوة العرب المطعم ممتاز والموظفين كذالك ولكن مدير المطعم عنصري تجاه العرب بدون مبالغه اصلع ولديه دقن لا يحب العرب
Be the first to ReplySuperb lunch
As a present we given a tasting menu, and it was just great, some Indian food combinations I had not had before in the Uk and India , really lovely lunch
Be the first to ReplyGOOD SERVICE. GREAT FOOD.
GOOD SERVICE in this Michelin Star restaurant. The food and service were as expected, first class. GOOD SERVICE in this Michelin Star restaurant. The food and service were as expected, first class.
Be the first to ReplyAverage Experience
We celebrated my daughter’s b’day at Gymkhana. The service was very good but food was not up to par. We ordered several starters and mains to try different items from the menu. All the food was overly spiced and generally quite salty. I grew up in Delhi so am used to spicy food that is on an average on the higher side of saltiness. The Gymkhana food was over the top spicy and salty for me. When we informed our server of the Butter Chicken masala being way too salty we were politely informed that it’s up to the Gymkhana standards per the Chef who is from Delhi! The ambiance at the restaurant was great but I wouldn’t go back and I don’t think they deserve a Michelin star. There are so many better Indian restaurants that serve great Indian food. Quite Disappointed!!
Be the first to ReplyRushed Tasting Menu and lack of flexibility for allergies
We had the Festive Tasting Menu. Didn't get to enjoy most of it since half way through the main course we were rudely told we only had about 15 min left (still hadn't had dessert either). Poor service and planning. Food was average.
Be the first to ReplyWe made the mistake of ordering the tasting menu to be presented with so much food it was overwhelming and wasteful.
Dinner for 4, food for 8-12. Perhaps we should have asked the size if the portions! Mostly delicious food but we’d almost had enough after the starters. We managed about 1/8th of the main course, cancelled desserts and couldn’t squeeze in proffered hot drinks. Now feeling overwhelmed and bilious. Antacids by the side of the bed. Its pricey but I’m more distressed by the waste of good food.
Be the first to ReplyVery nice but too rushed
The food was mostly good. We had the tasting menu. It was all very nice except the desserts which tasted like cleaning fluid. I honestly wouldn’t bother with the dessert. Stand outs were the goat and paneer. Main issue was the time. 2 hours is not really enough time to properly enjoy a tasting menu, especially not with the wine pairing. Was very rushed. Would recommend gymkhana asks guests to choose a la carte or tasting beforehand, to allow for an appropriate time slot. If we were to go again I wouldn’t bother with tasting for that reason.
Be the first to ReplyOutstanding
The food at Gymkhana is extremely good quality and the service is second to none. Every dish has a delightful and subtle twist and we all absolutely loved that about it. I would say the portions are very generous and one dish could be shared among two adults, so make sure you don't order too much in extras when going a la carte. We look forward to visiting again.
Be the first to ReplyFavorite Indian Michelin
This is hands down our favorite restaurant in London for upscale Indian food. Gymkhana never disappoints. Best dishes are the deer biryani with pomegranate raita, malai chicken tikka and keema pav. Lassi and desserts are spectacular. Getting a reservation is very difficult so book early.
Be the first to ReplyIs there a good indian restaurant in London ? the answer is Gymkhana
We had a wonderful dinner . The food was delicious and service very friendly .Really deserves the Michelin star... From A to Z , this was a magnificent experience.
Be the first to ReplyDelicious food, warm service!
We loved our dinner at Gymkhana. We were seated in the lower level where the decor is moody and sexy. Our table wasn’t quite ready when we arrived so we had a seat at the bar where we were greeted by Gabriel who was wonderful & friendly and served us some delicious cocktails. For dinner, we had the venison naan, broccoli, butter chicken and pork cheek vindaloo with a side of basmati rice. The naan and broccoli pack some heat and incredible flavor! The butter chicken was out of this world. The pork cheek was enjoyable but ranks behind the other 3 dishes (mostly because they were just so tasty). We will come again next time we’re in London!
Be the first to ReplyDelicious Food, Pass on Cocktails
I really enjoyed my dinner - I thought the food was delicious and interesting. I particularly enjoyed the Aloo Chat. Another outstanding item was, surprisingly, the fried chicken. It wasn't what you normally think of as fried chicken and we almost ordered another one! Conversely, the cocktails were such a disappointment - watery and below average especially at £16 and up. I wanted to send them back but didn't feel like making it a thing. Service was a little detached. Our main waiters seemed a little bored and robotic. The only one who seemed engaged and genuinely interested in our experience was this man who came around towards the end of our dinner. I believe he may have been the manager. Overall, I very much enjoyed the food here and will return, but will pass on the cocktails. :)
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