Harden's survey result
Summary
Peter Joseph (raised in Chennai) “has maintained high standards and always delivers value for money” at his culinarily “interesting” Indian venture near Sloane Square (behind Cadogan Hall), where he uses a robata grill and tandoor to “delicious” effect. “Initially, we thought it was an unpromising basement, but it was one of our best meals of the year”.
Summary
Ex-Tamarind exec chef, Peter Joseph’s “real classic of an Indian” is tucked away in a tastefully decorated basement near Sloane Square (behind Cadogan Hall). Peter was raised in Tamil Nadu, and achieves “an exceptionally high standard” using British ingredients to create light, modern dishes with a focus on grills from the robata grill and tandoor. “Although it’s a pricey curry, you certainly get some bang for your buck!”
Summary
An “excellent overall” experience can be had at this “stylish (both food and decor)” Indian three-year-old near Sloane Square, behind Cadogan Hall. The owner is ex-Tamarind executive chef Peter Joseph, who was raised in Tamil Nadu, and whose variety of offerings includes a “very good tasting menu” as well as a bottomless brunch, and menus dedicated to vegans, pre-theatre and Sunday roast.
Summary
Ex-Tamarind executive chef, Peter Joseph (raised in Tamil Nadu) is cooking up a storm at his “smart” September-2018 two-year-old, “tucked away behind Cadogan Hall” near Sloane Square. Even a reporter who considers it “expensive” feels “it’s certainly amongst London’s Top-5 Indians”, and there’s little but high esteem for its “refined”, “thoughtfully prepared” cooking: “distinct and light” dishes featuring “favourite flavours but raised to a fine dining experience, including a tasting menu option”.
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1 Wilbraham Place, London, SW1X 9AE
Restaurant details
Kahani Restaurant Diner Reviews
"From the maitre d' who makes you comfortable on arrival and the whole operation feel seamless. The spacious, sophisticated environment and appropriately attentive, sensitive and assuring service set the scene for impeccably balanced flavourful dishes that delight the senses. The good quality, fairly priced wine list complement the whole. A delightful experience that make you look forward to the next opportunity to enjoy."
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £35.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
1 Wilbraham Place, London, SW1X 9AE
Opening hours
| Monday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12:30 pm‑8:45 pm |
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