Cafe Spice Namaste in Tower Hamlets

Fantastic lunch yesterday. We had the 8 course tasting menu and it really was a good choice. Mrs Todiwala looks after you with such class, and makes you feel like you’re family. Loved how chef Cyrus is so visible preparing your food, and that he is still so passionate about what he does. Quiet in the restaurant today, but enjoyed interacting with Cyrus while he was working. We were very impressed with how he takes the time to come and chat to every table after service. Would love to visit again and highly recommend.

I have been eating Cyrus Todiwala's food for 20 years. He offers the best Indian food in London. They were in Whitechapel for 25 years, but the new location at Royal Albert Wharf is lovely. It's worth the easy ride from central London. The restaurant is beautifuly appointed and right on the water. On our recent lunch we started with the delicious beet root samosa chaat, the green papaya and mango salad, and the scrumptious garlic chilli and ginger prawn balls. All were outstanding. We went veg with a baigan bharta, saag paneer, and the not-to- be-missed dal tadka. The chilli cheese nan is a must. We don't usually do dessert but Cyrus' kulfi is irresistible. I had my favorite rose kulfi and my partner opted for the hazelnut chocolate almond. Just scrumptious. Don't miss the masala tea. The service is excellent. Cyrus and Pervin are genial hosts who really care about your experience. The venue is good for groups and parties. You will not be disappointed.

The best bits about this meal were : the Maitre de - she was very welcoming and helpful, the starters and desert. We would have preferred it if the spice levels were dialled up to traditional Indian taste buds.

It's a short walk from Gallions Reach. We arrived early but were most welcome. We had a fantastic unhurried meal. Enjoyed the great views of the city and the airport. The service was excellent and the food was fabulous. A great evening overall.

Blown away by the vip food and service at this hidden gem. My mum and dad were chuffed to bits to be visited at the table by the chef they’ve seen and admired on the Saturday kitchen. Too many awards to count in the hallway- including a letter from the queen- yet a welcoming and relaxed family atmosphere. Cyrus and Pervin and their team made our night truly special. Thank you so much. Highly recommend!

Great restaurant and service. The food is delicious and location is great. Can be tricky to find so put Shackleton Way in the google maps.

A fantastic meal, cooked by the 'Maestro' Himself! And the 'Guvnor' served us Herself! Thanks Cyrus and Pervin!

Wow - this was the best experience ever. Attentive, friendly service. Great casual dining atmosphere. Interesting views across the docks. The food was amazing. Everything was cooked to perfection and the flavours were superb. Not cheap but worth every penny - I felt that every bite consisted of the best quality ingredients, cooked exactly right. Easy to get to on the DLR. I will definitely be going back.

Great service with very tasty food, that comes with herbs and spices that are giving the extra touch. Service was very tentative, explained the menue very nice. I felt welcomed. The mango sorbet for dessert is just perfect.

Second time, certainly will not be the last. The service and food was superb. Mr and Mrs Todiwala served / came and saw us and it was just a lovely evening..recommend it to everyone...

Wonderful lunch. Pervin and Cyrus were as charming and welcoming as ever and made my mother and father in law comfortable on their first visit - thank you both x

We went to Cafe Spice Namaste for our wedding anniversary. It was a the perfect evening out. We opted for the 8 course tasting menu and we were not a bit disappointment with any of the courses. The food was so tasty and full of flavour without being spicy hot - just perfect flavours. And the cocktails were great too! Cyrus and Pervin both came over to our table several times during the evening which was a lovely touch. The staff were friendly and attentive. Definitely look forward to visiting again and trying other dishes on the menu, whilst we taking in the wonderful views. Once again thank you for making our anniversary so special.

The food was exceptional, and the attentive, friendly staff enhanced the overall dining experience, making it truly memorable.

This place is a hidden gem. Beautifully layered tastes and balanced spices. But Mr and Mrs Todiwala are the secret spice in Café Spice Namaste. Mrs Todiwala fronts charmingly and accompanies you through the menu. Mr Todiwala and team does his magic in the kitchen. The whole team does everything they can to make your visit special. Having been to the old location in Prescot Street, their new restaurant in Royal Albert Wharf is lovely overlooking the docklands and is actually easier to get to than you would think. Google guided us there from the City via DLR in a mere 35 minutes.

We really enjoyed our lunch today. We felt welcome as soon as we entered the restaurant, service was brilliant. And the food was sublime, thank you very much for an enjoyable birthday treat.

Been to Cafe Spice few times now & every time it is outstanding. The service was excellent (big thank to Cyrus’s son ) who explain all the dishes and was so helpful We had my two teenage grandsons and they can be a bit fussy with Asian cuisine but everything was explained to them and they Nate everything. The beef special was great and the chilli onion Dosa was spicy but very tasty - prawn curry with rice was my wife’s favourite We had several dishes and shared among us all of which were excellent To finish you must try the apple samosas they are so good A big thank to all for making us so welcome

Cafe Spice Namaste, simply an authentic taste of Bombay in the heart of London Docklands. The food is outstanding, freshly made as you relax over drinks and dips. I can guarantee you’ll want to return. The acclaimed Michelin chef Mr Cyrus Todiwala OBE has a team of highly skilled, friendly, passionate staff focused on their customers. Enhancing the experience. The food is superb taking you on a journey of discovery.

We had a great experience at Cafe Spice. The service was very personal and friendly with recommendations provided on the menu items. Food was delivered quite quickly and more dishes could be ordered as needed. Some items were a little different to the traditional presentation - e.g. chicken tikka was not the typical cubes of chicken in a very orange hue. Cyrus was coordinating things in the kitchen and took time to come and chat with all diners towards the end of the evening.

Cafe Spice Namaste, simply a authentic taste of Bombay in the heart of the London Docklands. The food is outstanding, freshly made as you enjoy your drinks and dips. The only thing I can guarantee, your be back for more. Michelin Star award winning chef Mr Cyrus Todiwala highly trained staff enhance the dining experience by their professional friendly approach and culinary expertise.

The. Best. Food. Period. This is the best food I've had in London. Highly recommend! The kulfis are a must try. You can't not be a regular after your first visit.

Was looking forward to coming here after finding out they had reopened. Had previously enjoyed dining there when it was in Aldgate. Unfortunately the place seems to have taken a turn for the worse. The menu is tapas-style now. Dishes are still tasty but some of the higher priced sharing bowls are not even enough for 1 let alone 2. They won’t do a plain naan, only garlic or peshwari. The fact they refused made it feel like the naan is pre-made and not fresh. And the garlic naan is so garlicky it overpowers anything you eat with it. The home made kulfi was the saving grace. Would go back just for that. Parking is a nightmare. You have to park in specific spaces, go inside and get a parking permit, go back out and put it in the car. If those spaces are full and you drove there, you might as well turn around and go home or expect a hefty fine.

Excellent food, excellent service, if you like Indian food then it's an absolute must!

An absolute treat for you tastebuds Service we excellent, I am on a low salt diet and they bent over backwards to accommodate me. It was also a pleasure to meet Cyrus and his lovely wife Pervin who made us feel totally at home. An incredible experience that I would recommend everyone to try. We will definitely be going back

Delicious food, friendly staff & owners. Highly recommend 👍

A Big Thank You to Pervin and staff for looking after us and the wonderful food of Cafe Spice Namaste. The food, wow, out of this world, service was impeccable and such a lovely quiet location on the river watching the planes. If you’re after a proper great Indian meal then defo pop over to east London and check this place out

What a great place, excellent food, service and location. I will be back to try what I missed this time for sure. I was so stuffed I could hardly move after. You have the added bonus of having a birds eye view of the planes landing at the airport too. A nice calm and relaxed atmosphere with exceptional food and a great service to match, nothing was too much for them. Everything cooked to order and it all tasted fabulous. Well done on creating such a wonderful place for people to eat. Nick

What a lovely place to come to eat, food was great, service excellent with a very warming family feel. Location was great too and you are just under where the planes come in to land, strangely you couldnt hear them at all until you saw one come past you head. Definately coming back again to try the dishes I didnt get to try because I was so stuffed I could hardly move after. Well done guys for creating such a good place to eat excellent food for whatever occasion. Nick

Quality food, with huge authentic flavours from an awarding chef. If you are looking for something slightly different in a welcoming atmosphere, where the food is served at an elevated level but reasonably priced - this is for you. Mr T was in the restaurant and talking to his customers as was Mrs T , so they are hands on not just a name above the door. It is a new venue but not far out of London and very well worth the trip.

As ever, our meal was outstanding. Service was impeccable. Cannot recommend Cafe Spice enough.

Amazing food. So flavoursome and tasty. The pork vindaloo is to die for. This in not your normal 'Indian' it is so so much better. Staff were nice, friendly and attentive. I can't wait to return

This is the best restaurant and London, and an absolute must-visit for anybody who enjoys food or new cultural experiences. I learn something new every time I go. Although I miss the ostrich bhuna of bygone years, there is so much choice on the menu that I spend a while just enjoying the experience of choosing. This time, I particularly enjoyed the beetroot chaat and the paneer chaat (the latter from the seasonal menu), and the raspberry and sorrel sorbet. The hospitality staff even brought out a cake for my boyfriend's birthday - without being asked - with a beautiful sparkler. This was a lovely addition to an already 10/10 meal and experience. Chef Todiwala has set up a kitchen where the food is absolutely excellent, it feels very modern with hybrid cuisine, and the atmosphere is just lovely. I could not recommend this restaurant enough, and I for one really enjoy travelling on the DLR and the clean air around the docks.

Not our first or second or…. every visit has been fantastic. Great service, food always beyond expectations and nicely out of that ‘over the top’ busy city environment. Highly recommend the tasting menu, with a couple of preferences added.

It was our first time at Cafe Spice, we encountered a warm welcome as we entered the restaurant and the service from start to finish was amazing. We had high hopes for some great food and me and my colleagues were not disappointed the food was wonderful. One of the best overall dining experiences we have had. Thank you to the Cafe Spice team, we will be back!

Outstanding food - best Indian cuisine in London. Lovely location, easy to get to and striking views. We will be returning very soon.

Probably the best Indian food I’ve ever tasted. Excellent service too The Parsee lamb dansak was sublime and every dish exceeded expectations. The rose kulfi ended a truly exceptional meal. We’ll be back, Thankyou

This is a great restaurant. Amazing cuisine, lovely staff and a quirky location. Really urge people to go - it is easy to get to and a wonderful experience.

The food was exquisite, absolutely delicious. A creative twist on traditional dishes and new creations were incredible. Lovely atmosphere. Wonderful hosts, we really felt looked after. The setting, by the water is beautiful.

If you want a posh Indian meal, this is not the place for you…. However, if you want a real taste of India, cooked by one of the best Chefs the U.K. boasts, a guy who is possibly the hardest working chefs I have ever met. The food……. I’ll be putting a review together on YouTube, and will try to get it on insta and tic-toc, but the layer of flavours in the lamb samosa made my mouth dance…. The dynamite potatoes lived up to their name, and blew my mouth up!! Everything was amazing!!!! Cyrus and Pervin are the ultimate hosts!!!!

Fantastic food, great ambiance and good value for money. It was nice to meet chef Cyrus at the end of the meal too

Highly recommended!!!! The ambience, the menu, the waiters, all superb!!! Premium!!!!

I was there last night and I was very impressed with the quality of the food and the very efficient and friendly service. This is not your average Indian no chicken tikka masala. But genuine Indian food cooked by a real expert chef. The plates are a bit smaller than usual so you can enjoy several delicious dishes. I rate this place very highly. And eat here as often as possible. Yesterday an Indian couple next to me had traveled all the way across London to eat her. Enough said.

I took a friend who had never heard of this place. Having been before and having previously a great experience. I was keen to return. Arriving in the evening for the Khaadraas supper club event. A set menu of three courses, consisting of beautifully crafted and presented dishes. My friend had concerns, as he had never heard of these dishes before and was more used to the traditional Indian restaurants in town. He need not have worried. As soon as the first bite of our starter was taken, he was blown away with the flavour, each bite better than the last. Because of how popular this evening was. Each course had some time before the next. This made the evening all the more relaxing as you never felt rushed. In addition, this gave is opportunity to savour the Malabar ipa (a little pricey) which matched up well with our food. For dessert we had Cyrus's take on Creme Caramel. On first spoonful my friend was not so impressed. By the second, he was converted and devoured it! My friends comment at the end of this meal, was that it was probably the best Indian dinner that he had ever eaten. We must say a huge thank you to Cyrus, Pervin and all the wonderful team for such a fantastic experience. I hope to be back in the near future.

We had a wonderful anniversary lunch. The food was delicious, especially the smoky aubergine & crispy dosa. I enjoyed a raspberry and ginger cocktail - very refreshing. Mr & Mrs Todiwala's came out to chat and congratulate us, which was a special treat for my husband who is a big fan. We had such a lovely time & we are looking forward to going back to work our way through the rest of the menu.

Top Class real Indian food. Cooking and service are great and achieve a standard most so called Indian restaurants can only dream of. Fabulous Dal Makhani, properly filled dosas and brilliant biryani. Delicious cocktails alcoholic and alcohol free. It’s worth the journey and beats your local take away hands down.

Cafe Spice has fast rocketed up to the number one Indian restaurant in London for me. The meal we had there was sublime- and the team dealt with a large party of 14 so smoothly- can't recommend a visit here more!

A great evening with colleagues and friends following an hectic day at the excellent Casual Dining Show. The menu boasted authentically prepared dishes that delighted senses, presenting an irresistible array of flavors and textures. The experience was made even more special when Cyrus and Pervin took the time to visit our table. The restaurant's setting is truly remarkable - as the sun dips below Canary Wharf, diners are treated to panoramic views of the Docklands and the bustling City airport. This unique ambiance, coupled with the superb cuisine, solidifies the venue's place as a must-visit for food lovers. We're grateful to Cyrus and Pervin for crafting such a memorable dining experience.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

There is no better chef in the UK than Cyrus Todiwala, and you just will not be able to recreate the amazing selection at home (although his books are very good too). The peshwari naans surely rank among the best in the world. This restaurant also uses sustainable fish, which is really important to consumers like me, with literature available near the bathrooms. The prices are very reasonable, and the trip there on the DLR is always a delight. Best restaurant in the UK without a doubt.

If you’ve not been to Cafe Spice Namaste yet you are honestly missing out. I went for the first time for my Dad’s 60th yesterday and I couldn’t fault it. I don’t normally like indian food since i’m not good with spice, but there was something for everyone on the menu. The flavours were exquisite without the chilli being overbearing. Last year we went to an indian style curry michelin star restaurant and it didn’t come close to the quality and service we received at cafe spice. The staff are kind, and genuinely intent on sharing their cooking to please their customers. The ambience in the restaurant was friendly, lively but not loud with great acoustics. I know it’s situated right out East, but it’s worth the trip! Thank you cafe spice namaste!

As usual the food was delicious! The service was very friendly and the ambience was perfect for catching up with friends and family.

We were welcomed into the restaurant , which at 1 pm was empty (for the whole time we were there, there were only 2 other diners). The three of us had the tasting menu (£75 per person). We enjoyed the thick crisps with 4 home made dips and the first course of slices of duck on a bed of greenery and a sweet sauce. The next few courses were interesting but progressively more spicy hot. A large samosa had lots of tiny bits of green chilly in it and was so spicy hot that it burnt my tongue, which was still sore the next day. By this time we were full so couldn't do justice to the next dish of 3 types of meat. We skipped the next courses and went to the dessert. We should have checked how hot the food would be before we ordered. The cost of the wine was reasonable. The hot spiciness of some of the food detracted from what was otherwise a very enjoyable lunch.

I recently had a fantastic experience at Café Spice Namasté in East London! The staff was amazing—friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. They took the time to explain the menu and offer recommendations, and their pride in the food they were serving was evident. Chef Cyrus Todiwala's passion for traditional Indian cooking was on full display, with each dish bursting with flavor. Overall, I highly recommend Café Spice Namasté! The delicious food, sustainable sourcing, and exceptional staff made for a memorable dining experience. If you're looking for an incredible Indian restaurant in London that cares about the food they serve, Café Spice Namasté should be at the top of your list!

Great food, beautiful location by the docks. The host Pervin and her husband Cyrus are extremely welcoming and friendly. Great place to enjoy a Saturday/ Sunday brunch with family and friends. Just a short 5 min walk from Galleons Reach DLR station. Easily accessible from central London via Elizabeth line to customs house excel. Will definitely visit again soon! Great Value for Money

We made a long trek from Woking to East London and it was worth it. Service was attentive throughout. Food was in ‘small plates’ like Indian tapas perhaps?? And was superb: meat and fish dishes, and veggie dishes all carefully prepared and imaginatively presented. Beetroot and coconut samosas were so good we ordered them again! Apple crumble samosa for dessert was exquisite. Coffee was extremely smooth too but I really wanted a bigger cup!

The best Indian I ever been too. Food world class, staff and service exceptional and if you want proper indian food then don't bother looking elsewhere. Great place for family, couples and friends to enjoy the best food which is cooked exceptionally by the best indian chef!!! Best place to have party or to have them cater for any events!

We had a fantastic graduation party for our son at Cafe Spice. Cyrus and Pervin were excellent hosts, and the staff was friendly and professional. The food was superb, with vibrant presentations. The cafe's waterfront location and cozy decor added to the great atmosphere. Highly recommended!

Really interesting menu and beautifully put together food. Fascinating venue/location too. Loved it.

We were unsure as to what of the many dishes we would try. Especially as we are not local to the restaurant, returning will not be as often as we would like We decided on the taster menu to sample different flavours. We were not disappointed in any way.

Please do not change what was a superior quality, do not reduce the quantities, do not exagerate with the spicy taste. We really need the usual Chef to be back despite the bank holidays. Please: Samosa good but cut in two and served in a smaller portion, Chicken Tikka a bit dry and Beef Xacutti too spicy for Europeans. Fish was fresh although no taste and with the highest layer of very salted green sauce I have ever tasted. Rose Kulfi dessert cut in few small pieces. Gentle service as always but it is jot enaugh: we will be back when the wonder couple is back too!

We had an amazing meal at Café Spice Namasté on Friday evening. It was a special menu in celebration of Parsee New Year. There were five courses although most of them could have quite happily been a meal in themselves. Cyrus Todiwala, the chef-patron, described all the food to begin with and the flavours of each dish lived up to the descriptions. A particular highlight was the chicken thigh marinated in hot green masala, crumbed and egg-fried, with a delicious Russian salad to go with it. The staff, led by Cyrus's wife Pervin, were incredibly friendly and helpful, and it felt more like a meal served by good friends rather than a restaurant. We would thoroughly recommend Café Spice and it is certainly worth the journey for a visit.

Incredible food, incredible location and incredibly friendly and accommodating hosts. I can't count the number of times I've been back, the food is always incredible (saying this as a parsee). Cyrus and Pervin are always so friendly - they make you feel as if you were at home among family. I'd recommend the whole menu - our favourites were the beetroot and coconut samosa chaat and the lamb dhansaak.

Cyrus has always been a good chef. But last night he joined the ranks of great Indian Chefs. Cafe Spice Namasté is now on a par with Chutney Mary in London and The Indian Accent in Delhi. You won’t get chicken tikka masala but you will enjoy genuine Indian food based on Cyrus deep and varied knowledge of Indian cuisine. Sometimes even with a modern twist. And sometimes with a talk about what you are eating. He is a fascinating speaker and willing to share his secrets with those of us who aspire to knocking off his top spot. Some hopes! Whenever I think I am there he pulls something new out of the hat. Great raw materials rule and Cyrus supports rare breeds and small producers. Try his ice cream made specially for Cafe Spice. The view of the old Royal Docks is great at sunset. Mrs Todiwalla, Pervin leads the front of house with warmth, a smile and skill and a team of long term staff who are super friendly and recognise old friends and welcome new ones. However busy they are they seem to have time and a smile for everyone. There is even a Tamil in the open kitchen and he stops work for me to practice my basic Tamil. And prices are remarkably reasonable so go quickly before Cyrus gets the Michelin star he deserves and prices are forced up.

On our first visit to the restaurant, we found lovely friendly staff, excellent food and fantastic location overlooking the river. We also met Mr Todiwala and his wife who were so friendly which enhanced a lovely experience. This will become our regular restaurant for Indian food

From start to finish the experience was memorable. Service was prompt without being overbearing, knowledge of staff was spot on. Food was amazing and plentiful. The owner came out , from the kitchen, to speak and sign a book, chatted for a good 20 minutes, down to earth and welcoming…….i would highly recommend.

Cafe Spice Namaste is a hidden gem and it shouldn't be because everyone needs to know about it. The food is so delicious and different to what you usually find in Indian restaurants, it's crafted with a real passion and that's obvious with every mouthful. The staff are knowledgeable and attentive and add to the experience. This place deserves every success so get down to Royal Albert Wharf soon to find out what I'm talking about.

The best food we have tasted, the menu was superb

Tricky to get to if one doesn’t follow the directions on ‘how to find us’ obediently. Warmth of welcome is heart warming. Mr and Mrs Todiwallah and staff are friendly and food is good. We chose Indian dishes not on the menu of our local Indian menus. So we had the Goan pork vindaloo and okra which were nicely accompanied by the caramel onion basmati rice. The mango and papaya salad though finely cut and nicely presented could have had a sharper dressing. Apple crumble samosa with ice cream was delightful. Bibineca a Goan pancake is an acquired texture but lovely coconut taste. Pistachio kulfi very fine texture and thinly sliced. I would have preferred it served chunkier and rolled in chopped pistachio nuts, less chance of melting before reaching the table. A spice trail indeed getting here but most memorable meal.

What a find !! Had done a search for somehting near our overnight hotel at London City airport and boy did Cafe Spice Namaste tick every box. Not a massive menu which always appeals to me but everything we had was exquisite. Michelin level Indian cuisine with amazing attention to detail and superb serive also. Not to mention the location :-) Highy reccomend, you will not be dissapointed.

Do not judge cafe spice as your typical Indian restaurant. Although you may recognise some of the names of the dishes, don't be fooled. This is Indian food fine dining. A selection of perfectly spiced and blended taste sensations are available as sharing bowls or individual taste trips. The cost of the food is very affordable, complimented by some great value wines. Well worth the trip. We had a takeaway lunch and an evening meal. The hosts made us feel like family. Outstanding and we live in West Yorkshire where we literally have hundreds of Indian food outlets to choose from. They don't compare.

Their portions are small but charge normal price but it's not especially tasty ,the nanny tasted like it was store bought and stale .

We chose the tasting menu. Everyone of the eight courses was incredible. A flavour sensation. Service was impeccable. A restaurant that demands a return visit.

This was a great experience. And beautiful food

Great location with nice views of the water front. Decorated for a cosy atmosphere. Very friendly & professional staff. Food was good with vibrant presentations. Recommended for a visit with families to spend a great time while enjoying the food and views.

We had a lovely meal at cafe spice. Cyrus and Pervin are excellent hosts. The food is superb. We had the tasting menu which was lovely.

If you love food, this is the place for you. A must visit venue.

Superb food, excellent service and a real gem to go to.

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We've been here for two brilliant Burns Nights events but wanted to come back and try the standard menu. Absolutely fantastic. To be greeted at the door by Cyrus and his wife is truly magical. It is such an enjoyable atmosphere and experience. Food - they encourage a small plates tapas style so we had poppadums' with dips to start which were great - instead of flat they were like little small bowls so you could fill them with the dips. We then chose a dish each with a nan to share. The seabass was outstanding but all dishes lovely. Then we did round two - another 4 main dishes with a couple of bowls of rice to share. So we tried eight main dishes, two types of nan and two types of rice. The flavours are just amazing unlike any other Indian restaurant you can go to. Dessert - no-one has a pudding in an Indian, it's always just a frozen ice cream. But not here. An apple and cinnamon samosa with ice cream, a Portuguese pancake with ice cream and a cardamom spiced creme brulee. Truly delicious. And the cost is very reasonable for such wonderful food.

I'm not sure why other reviews are so high for Cafe Spice Namaste but each to their own. I went here some time ago and it was good so came again. The menu is, I can't use any other word, quite bland. And unoriginal. A chicken and potato dish was nice, everything else, forgettable. Also, the place was of people sucki long up to Mr T, who admittedly was a nice man, which made it feel like a place for people to hunt selfies. Very expensive too, for a restaurant in a housing estate in a rough part of London. Regrettably, very disappointed. Try Dishoom instead, it's vastly superior

The one thing that you are guaranteed when you dine here, is the warmest of welcomes, and an exceptional level of hospitality, you truly do feel like you are a guest rather than a customer. As always the food is beautifully presented, and tastes amazing. Also, compared to a lot of other fine dining establishments we have visited, the price points for the food offer fantastic value for money. Without question, we will be back again.

Absolutely wonderful food and experience

The food is always superb! The ambience so friendly and inviting (not to leave out the spectacular views from the restaurant), and Chef Cyrus and his lovely wife (and right hand "man") Pervin, are the perfect hosts. All the staff are so pleasant and helpful too. Thank you for a special evening!

This was our second time - super delicious. Still more things on the menu I want to try but had the halloumi, lamb shank and a lovely desert all delicious and lovely to sit by the water with friends on a summer evening. Thanks again!

This is exceptionally good cooking, consistently excellent.

Lovely food, lovely people and great value for the quality. Absolutely worth the effort to get there.

Staying at the doubletree hotel near city airport and found this place using google… absolutely brilliant food… authentic, tasty, great value… I love Indian food and I’m very fussy… this is a cut above your normal bland one pot curries. Every dish we had was great. Owners were super nice and helpful.., they were v busy and we had not booked but they squeezed us in.

An incredible meal and experience. The team really knows how to create incredible dishes with organic ingredients and present them in ways that are engaging to the eye and taste buds. Will definitely go back in the future.

I will try and be as polite as possible. Although when entering the restaurant the staff were very pleasant and welcoming, in my opinion it may be to compensate for the lack of flavour and everything else wrong food wise. First of all, the portions are really small. The dishes stated on the menu that are supposedly “shared bowls” are the size for one person. Both my naan and my friends naan were burnt. I also ordered a beef tikka which ended up being raw in the middle. For the price it is not worth it to be honest. I was really disappointed especially after seing all there high reviews I don’t know if I ordered the wrong dish or the cook was not as his best the day I went. But what is certain is I am not going back. Conclusion: I do not recommend and the food needs to be revised

Amazing location Delicious food Courteous staff

Absolutely fabulous food, service and atmosphere. The beetroot and coconut chat were particularly divine. You are invited to pick from a selection of small plates, all so tasty, fresh and different. This is great food in a friendly, relaxed restaurant in the historic docklands. Easy to get to from DLR. Mr and Mrs Todiwala were hands on and available to welcome and chat to all of the guests.

What a fantastic restaurant this is in every way. We travelled down from Blackpool to visit our daughter who lives in the area and decided to try this place, mainly because of the chef, and were so impressed. What a lovely man Cyrus is along with his staff. He has a really welcoming personality and produces outstanding food. This was so good we will be back. Highly recommended in every way.

Omg this was so good, loved the food!

Came here for early dinner late on a Saturday afternoon and it was lovely! The location by the river is stunning, such a beautiful restaurant with fantastic service. The food was excellent, everything we ordered was so flavourful and we were not disappointed at all. Definitely coming back here!

Very nice. We had the tasting menu. It was £75 a head, but the dishes were beautiful and lots of it. It was nice to try things we havent had before. The trio of Desserts was beautiful too. We will be returning.

Wonderful hosts, fantastic food we had a brilliant time!

This was an amazing experience for my husband 40th birthday Mr & Mrs Todiwala were very hospitable the food was amazing overall I would highly recommend anyone to visit if you love good food and genuine good service 💫

One of the nicest meals I've had in London. Absolutely delightful cooking, and wonderful people.

The best Indian restaurant in London. It's worth a visit. Food is fab and produce fresh. Service is exquisite. Well done Todiwalas

Cafe Spice Namaste This without doubt is our favourite Indian restaurant and to be honest it’s not hard to see why. We’ve been coming here quite regularly in recent years for their fabulous khaadras clubs , burns nights and other events. We’ve also on occasions enjoyed the amazing tasting menu. On Saturday we wanted to go for the A la Carte which we haven’t tried for a while and what a perfect time to do so as the menu was full of NEW and exciting dishes. The restaurant is just a short five minute walk from Gallions Reach DLR and sits on the river thames giving you amazing views of city airport and Canary Wharf. When you enter you will be given a friendly welcome from the team and especially your fantastic hosts Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala. We took our seats and with delight looked at all the new dishes on the menu and specials board. There was also a new cocktails and a new beer as well so it was obvious we were in for another great afternoon. I indeed started with the New Glengoyne Long Zest cocktail with whiskey , vanilla , syrup , ginger ale and angostura bitters. We then chose four dishes from the small plates to begin which were the special Chicken Tikka Naanwich , the Kale , spinach and onion bhajias , the Petra Ni Machchi and the Onion and Chilli Dosa. All the food was absolutely delicious with the flavours and spices bouncing around your palate with joy. After a little break it was now time for the main courses which we accompanied with the new Malabar IPA and a bottle of Tiki Estate 2023 Sauvignon Blanc full of tropical notes and a hint of lemongrass. Our manis were the Spiced Ginger Lamb Cutlets , Paneer and Pea Khurma , Caramelised Onion Rice and the Dynamite Potatoes that were all incredible. We finished with dessert where my wife chose her favourite the Parsee Apricot Toffee Caramel ice cream and I opted for the delicious Bebinca with vanilla ice cream. This brought to an end a fabulous afternoon but not before Cyrus and Pervin sat down with us for a nice chat which also gave us the perfect opportunity to thank them and the team. I really can’t recommend a visit here highly enough and are looking forward to many more amazing dining experiences here in the future. Thank You Cyrus , Pervin and all the team and see you again very soon.

What a lovely evening, we went with our boy to see cyris and he lovely wife. We had the tasting menu that was extremely tasty with plenty of food as sometimes you have a tasting menu and have to get a kebab on the way home, this was definitely not that situation we had to call it a day after 7 courses as was stuffed with best food I think I've ever had. They staff are terrific as soon as you walk through the door it feels like you are family and nothing at all is a problem. Mrs T😂 came and asked us what we can and can't eat, then every course that came she came over and explained what we were having. It was one of best nights of my food eating life as I'm a great fan of Mr T and both him and his wife signed a book for me which just topped everything off. In some restaurants that people on Tele say they WORK in and you never see them, he was in the kitchen and then talking to us all when he chance as he was busy cooking. We cannot wait to go back, thank you very very much, from TAFF, and family xxxxx

An absolutely fabulous evening with wonderful people