Dastaan Indian Restaurant in Epsom and Ewell

Amazing Flavours! This is an incredible foodie experience, great service, fabulous food…….. it’s our go to for a special occasion or just a good night 😄

Food is amazing. Specially starters. Service is really good. Unlimited drinks and food. Taste is really good and good value for money

Great food only problem is being rushed and don’t even wear something vaguely nice as whole place full off puffa jackets and backwards baseball caps and kids picking their noses , staff are friendly but always feel as if we are being rushed have to slow them down . Has got very expensive but still lovely food .

Vegetarian options were not tasty at all!

A deceptively low key location but boy what a change as you walk into the restaurant. A warm welcome from the the team. A short menu which is a massive tick for me when it comes to Indian food. The menu is faultless. Delicious pani puri, fish tikka, amiritsari fish and pepper prawns. As for the lamb chop, wow! As is usual we’ve overdone the starters but cannot help launching into the mains knowing the takeaway beckons. We still to the tried and tested - Dahl, Channa, rogham josh, rice, roti and naans. All beautifully made. Even though the drive is c 25 min it remains our go-to Indian takeaway when I’m not cooking myself.

Superb evening again at Dastaan- never fails. The food is absolutely superb- the flavours unlike any other Indian food - and we eat a lot of Indian cuisine. Great customer service always. The best Indian restaurant around

Disappointed. Had high hopes based on the Michelin recommendation. There was a general lack of precision in what each dish conveyed due to confused spicing. Lamb chops were ruined by the use of raw mustard oil as a dressing. The portions were a tad small. Service was attentive. The atmosphere was lively.

Dastan - A Michelin Star Restaurant in Epsom: Disappointing Experience on a Special Night Having visited Dastan twice before, we were excited to return for a special celebration. We were thrilled to be celebrating my sister’s success in securing an amazing posting in the United States, and I thought Dastan would be the perfect place to mark the occasion, especially since our past experiences had been exceptional. On our previous visits, we were always warmly welcomed, and the service, especially from Gaurav, was exemplary. So, with that in mind, I made a reservation, expecting the same wonderful atmosphere. However, this time, our experience took a disappointing turn. Upon arrival, we noticed the restaurant was full, which we understood, but things quickly began to go awry. We were attended by a staff member named Kamal, who led us to a corner table right in front of the kitchen. As we approached, I was shocked to realize that the table was used as a service station – it was cluttered with cutlery, starter baskets, and popadums. It was far from the type of table I would expect in a Michelin-starred restaurant, particularly for a celebration. When I questioned Kamal about the situation, I was taken aback by his response. What started as a polite inquiry was met with defensiveness. He seemed offended that I was concerned about the table he had offered us. I tried to explain that, as the general manager for Hilton Hotels, I come from the same hospitality industry where guests are treated with the utmost respect and care. I expected more from a Michelin-starred establishment in terms of ambiance, service, and the overall dining experience. I was not expecting to be seated at a service table right in front of the kitchen. Kamal’s attitude was disappointing, and I felt that my concerns were not taken seriously. To be honest, this experience made me reflect on the importance of not judging a restaurant by its Michelin star alone. If this was the standard of service at Dastan, it certainly fell short of what I expect. That said, I would like to acknowledge Gaurav for his continued professionalism and efforts to make things right. Gaurav's service was outstanding, as always, and I truly appreciate the attempts he made to rectify the situation. Kudos to him for trying his best in a difficult situation. In conclusion, while Dastan's food remains excellent, the service and overall atmosphere on this particular visit left a lot to be desired. I would strongly recommend that the restaurant take a closer look at how they treat their guests, especially those celebrating special occasions. Service and ambiance are just as important as the food when it comes to creating a memorable dining experience. I hope this review serves as constructive feedback for improvement.

Reserved a table for Saturday afternoon to have lunch with friends. The staff were very attentive and always happy to suggest dishes, also very accommodating for young diners. Can't ever fault having food at Dastaan, it remains my favourite south asian restaurant in the area! Thank you again

Service is so annoying Waiter keeps asking us every two 2mins to order Comes too frequently to ask random questions not leaving us to stay comfortable Asks us in the face for service charge Food is good but wouldn't go again for the annoying hospitality

Probably the best Indian food I have had in London, also exceeding Michelin-starred experiences. Cozy ambience but a bit too quiet for me, but great food. Chicken Lollipops are insane! I'd definitely recommend to go if you want top tier Indian restaurant.

Dinner was amazing. The atmosphere, even being 8pm mid week was welcoming, a very popular place. All the dishes were delicious with the flavours beautifully balanced. Menu included mainly dishes you wouldn't necessarily find in other UK curry restaurants. Presentation was outstanding.

Great food and excellent service. This is what one calls 'authentic Indian menu'. Just enough choice but each dish is prepared to a high standard. Leave some space for the afters - their pistachio kulfi is to die for! Portions are good for the mains. To add, their cocktail range is exciting and unique. Parking is easily available on the side road (with no restriction) so worth travelling even if not local to you.

I visited on my own and was not made to feel like I had two heads. Service was superb and food was amazing. I have to agree with previous post - it can be a bit spicey. I recommend the saag gosht!

I can’t speak to whether this is authentic or not. I can say, it is awesome. The menu on offer here is unique - you won’t find these items anywhere else. I’m lucky enough that this is practically my local curry house. I’ve been multiple times, and we use it for special occasions. Phenomenal food, friendly waiters, and with the White Rhino range of beers offer a touch more than your standard “curry house beers”.

Superb all round. Highly recommended. Great food, great service.

Got a takeaway from here and it was amazing! We had lamb biryani, butter chicken, with starters and rice. All delicious. Attention to detail in the packaging was a nice touch.

Fantastic! Not usual fare! Super high quality different dishes. Can't wait to go again.

Enthusiastic staff, good food, a bit different Update - still excellent! Further update, December 2022 - still excellent, and I wish them well for the new restaurant in Leeds.

Incredibly quick service. The lamb chops might seem steep at £10.50 a portion but was incredibly delicious. Naan and curry was lovely too.

It’s not ok to receive your order more than 90 minutes after ordering, just be honest if you’re too busy to fulfill the order

Great little find small and cosy nice friendly staff food was delicious but definitely book.

Great food. Excellent service. Very comfortable atmosphere and the food is well beyond it's price.

A friend who is a foodie and long time connoisseur of the dining scene of London did bring me here as he was curious to get the opinion of the foodie that I am about Daastan. Well, Dastaan is already widely known as one of the very best Indian restaurants, right now, in London and I totally agree with that. In my short stay in London, we went back twice. Next time I will come back to London, I'll make sure to go there 2,3 times (and that is coming from someone who rarely visits the same restaurant more than once). Amazing authentic Indian flavours (we tried the Bhajias, Dahi Puri Chaat, Malai Chicken Kebab, Lamb Biryani, Paneer Makhni). Superb service as well.

Really lovely food and attentive service

The Chiefs know how to cook at Dastann. Their food is delicious, I have now been multi times, and the food is always spot on.My criticism is with the waiters, they just don't leave you alone, and every time you look up there, watching you. I also find the service tip prompt when you pay by card abit cheeky.

Food was amazing. Cauliflower particularly good. Service excellent. Great friendly atmosphere. Will be back.

Very nice ambience and food. Amazing place for Authentic Indian food. You will never get bored of it. Just delectable delicacy here. ❤️ I bet you will find the Best Bhajias in the whole UK here, even the Paneer Tikka, Beetroot Tikki are unbeatable, and it's reasonable and you compare to any 5* and Michelin star restaurants And rest everything is also is greatest ever in taste. Kudos to team Dastaan!! Wish to visit soon again. And before leaving I got a full bag of their main dishes which includes Biryani, korma, lamb and garlic naan with daal makhani and garlic naan which my family obviously loved, their nag even has a vibe man!!!!!

Excellent Indian food. The restaurant is quite small so I would suggest booking in advance. All of the dishes we had tasted great and everyone was left satisfied with the food. Would definitely recommend and come back again! Parking is limited in the area and so you might need to park on a side road and walk up. Since my original review some years ago, the food continues to be some of the best in the area. This is our go-to recommendation for Indian food food in South London.

Love Dastaan Being locals and regulars, unfortunately no other restaurants come close to the service and quality of food, every time. Sanjay has created a beautiful restaurant. The Ansells

A wonderful place. Great food with great service. We took 2 5 year olds and most of the food is a bit too spicy for them! Avoid the chicken lollipops for kids (great for adults) but the nans were so sweet the kids couldn’t get enough. I’ve tried 4 main dishes and would recommend them all.

Excellent food and service. Definitely recommend

A fantastic evening with friends at this gorgeous place with mouth watering food and best cocktails i have ever tired,I am surprised why I have not come here before. This is really good place for frnds,couples to come and taste the bestest Indian food Special thanks to Kama to cater us with all the best dishes and drinks we would ask for !!

It was fine, there was nothing massively wrong with the food- just wasn’t worth the hype and I thought it was really expensive for what it was. Not sure why it has any Michelin rating, I personally wouldn’t go again

Fantastic little restaurant. We had the Lamb Biryani and Paneer Tikka. The portions were good. It was delicious. The place was packed on Tuesday night. The service was wonderful. Would recommend a reservation if you plan to visit. Would definitely visit again.

Before you even go into the restaurant you can smell the aroma comes from that place. That mean something.

Great food and service and the place was packed. Would highly recommend

There is no doubt that this place offers excellent tasting (Butter chicken/ curries and breads are amazing) unique Indian food, but I have to be blunt and say, the Cafe style eating place looks rather cheap, it's so hot and stuffy, small and so loud you can't relax in this place. That was a major downer for the group. I also went on a date with my husband and we felt hounded throughout our meal. The servers mean well But the balance isnt quite right! The service was annoying, constantly trying to make you finish your wine or have another cocktail. Very pushy waiters who hover around you eagerly wanting you to finish up and get you onto the next phase of your meal. The food is Michelin but the service is not on point. Yaadien who is currently ranked number 1 curry house in Epsom on Tripadvisor (for a long while now), with 4.7 Google reviews in addition to other great accolades puts this place to shame. I am so sorry to say, but you can experience beautiful decor, calm and sophisticated dining with great food elsewhere.

Absolutely amazing food and quality service.

These people are treating about the driver like they treat about a beggar. There is no respect for the riders. In their eyes, they are like beggars.

Unusual menu, well explained by the friendly staff. Best sub-continent food I’ve had for years, highly recommended

Absolutely incredible food, lots of vegan choices too though my husband had a chicken biryani and that was also great. They happily wrap everything uneaten up to take home, so we’re happy to be eating it two nights in a row. Can’t wait to return!

Tried this place on the recommendation of friends and we were not disappointed! The service was excellent and the food was some of the best Indian food I have had in the UK. They were also able to cater for my garlic allergy which was a massive plus! Would highly recommend. We loved it so much that we have booked to go again already.

Very nice restaurant, nice flavours, a little on the pricey side

The only indian restaurant i will recommend to anyone in the UK. Food tasted like freshly made, authentic, properly cooked, full of flavour and spices were balanced perfectly. Tried butter chicken, samosa chaat, paneer tikka, kulfi.. Everything was great.. specially butter chicken and paneer tikka. Will return soon

Really nice food. Service was excellent. I was sat with my back to the room so felt a bit out of the atmosphere. I probably chose the wrong food but it was not the best Indian I have ever had for the price but it was good, big portions. Really wanted something spicy with the popadoms. Worth a visit if you are in the area.

Amazing food, a taste explosion.. quality ingredients. Lovely staff.

I visted over here on weekend with my friends i really love the place and the food was amazing we ordered lamb chops and kafir murg tikkaa you guys need to work on the drinks The service was fantastic Bhavneet was making sure of each and everything was ok She was treated us very well and she was very politely speaking with us which was best part

We went there due to apparent good reviews. Hard to tell how good food and service was, as atmosphere was totally ruined by the excessive noise from the rest of the clientele in the restaurant. We could not hear each other as the surrounding noise was so loud! Unbelievable!

I ordered fast an on deliveroo and so cannot comment on service or atmosphere. However, the food itself is incredible, the butter chicken is the best I’ve ever eaten, it is seasoned well, the chicken is tender, and it’s warm even after being delivered. While the price is relatively high, I would say it’s entirely worth it

we visited on the ocassion of the mother day we were 6 people the environment was very good and the food was really delicious 🤤 best dish we all like Chicken tikka the service was tooo good Bhavneet took care of each and everything All the food was serverd on time Really appreciated for food and service

Eaten in but its hard to get a table at short notice so we've had a takeaway (collection) on a number of occasions as a treat. Superb food and portions large enough to have a full meal the next day. It's worth the few extra quid for that alone but also the attention to detail and quality is first class.

The food is just as great as it has always been

The food, service, and atmosphere are all amazing! They have many vegan options to choose from, and the staff is really helpful and gives great recommendations on what dishes are best combined together. The starters are delicious and I'd recommend not skipping them if you want the full dining experience. Highly recommend!

Nice food! The meats were specially good - and the beetroot tikki as well. The naan is quite poor compared to other Indian restaurants though - tasted like pita bread with poor texture. Also quite expensive.

Amazing!!!! The food was 10 out of 10 and the staff was the same 10 out of 10 Everything I ate was fantastic...but you must try the chicken lollipops

Delicious!! One of the best Indian meals I’ve ever had!

Can’t recommend this place enough. The food was absolutely delicious. 🤤 from start to finish the service was excellent. Everyone was super helpful and polite. Every dish was tasty and fresh. I recommend to book a table as they are busy. We didn’t but we were lucky to get a table.

Amazing food. The food tastes fresh and the flavours are amazing. I had a bit of the lamb chops which were so succulent, the prawns were tender and the lamb biryani was perfect and not dry. I look forward to returning soon. Thank you Dastaan for such wonderful food.

On point service, food sublime, I will be for sure frequenting Datsaan. Plus I cannot wait to purchase uncooked meat to make at home. Win win

Best Indian restaurant in the entire area. Run by great chefs, the food is top drawer. Try the broccoli, it's a great dish, as is the vindaloo curry.

Delicious food. Good value for the quality. Would highly recommend!

Delicious quality food. Not your cheapest Indian but you get what you pay for, quality ingredients. Can’t fault the food. Friendly staff who clearly care about the food. Great service.

Amazing amazing food! My dad is indian and very particular and even he can't fault it. Delicious every time! It is spicy though so do ask for milder if needed.

Great restaurant, top service, food quality is even better. Table of 6 booked and notes to state we will have a 6 month old and buggy. Accomodated us a table near the kitchen which worked out perfect. Cannot fault it.

Wonderful food. Definitely worth travelling to.

Indian cuisine that is tasty, fresh, authentic and isn’t full of oil! Highly recommend this place. Service was excellent, staff very efficient and friendly. 🔝

Food was just stunning, never had prawns that succulent in my life

Loved this little restaurant. Warm welcome, cosy interior. Beautiful food and all the staff were friendly and professional. Looking forward to another visit soon.

Awesome food every dish carefully selected and prepared. Space is limited but the food makes up for that.

Good food, I recommend trying the tiger prawn starter

This is a lovely little restaurant, serving delicious food. They don't tell you everything is hot and you have to request to have it milder, so bare that in mind, even the normally mild dishes have a strong punch. The service was very good, staff all very polite and always trying to make customers happy. This place has a Michelin star apparently, but it wasn't anything more special than a good curry restaurant. Prices are expensive as expected, but definitely worth a visit if you love curry, probably the best quality meat in the area.

Pani puri not value for money at all nor anything up to the online description.the filling inside poori was I QUOTE ONE CHICK PEA & One almond size potatoooo piece .i can get to Ealing road and back and enjoyed 10 proper pani poori for that price. Papad £6 a plate of (1) ?! With dips/way to much.NAAN not cooked properly,very doughy inner taste.taste of mains different/OK.mains were not freshly prepared I felt as they were served very quick after the order & the texture said it all.wish I had taken photos as it was my birthday aswell.🙂

How have we only just found this place? Amazing food. Loved it.

Authentic Indian food cooked to a very high standard. I recommend the red pepper prawns and the pork cheek vindaloo. This place is a legitimate establishment with a lovely environment to match.

Lovely Indian food, different from the regular so called curry houses where the food is pretend Indian...

First time, too expensive, therefore last time. £12 for rice and popadoms lol. £28 for a takeaway, ffs.

Great food, simple but warm place, been several times - never let us down, always great experience

The best Indian restaurant in the local area, every time we’ve visited the flavours have been unreal. Service is always on point and the staff are friendly, welcoming and attentive.

Unbelievable place.. food and staff are amazing! .. first class

Ordered for home delivery. Wow! We ordered after seeing several recommendations from locals, not really knowing what to expect as the menu doesn’t extensively describe the ingredients or heat level. I don’t usually eat spicy curries and ordered the methi chicken. Whilst it was unexpectedly quite spicy, it was so flavoursome and delicious! Will definitely be ordering again and trying some of the other dishes

Some of the best Indian food I have eaten anywhere in the world (including India!) The tandoori was excellent; the curries had perfectly made sauces (not ‘one size fits all’ which you can often get elsewhere) with the pork vindaloo being particularly tasty. Tender chunks of pork in a dark, rich, spicy and sour gravy - just perfect and not needing so much spice to numb your mouth. I can’t recommend the food here highly enough.

Amazing food, will definitely be returning!

Visited on a Sunday lunch with family. Unnervingly quiet with only one other table eating. Starters all delicious - especially the chicken and fish tikka tandoori - excellent flavours, portion sizes and good choice. Main dishes were all tasty but a bit more run of the mill / typical of British curry houses / not as special as the starters - breads excellent though (naan & paratha). desserts were all ok, Nothing super special (would have been nice if the mango kheer was warm). Prices reflective of the quality and decent value. Excellent attention to allergies within our party. Would return :)

Food was delicious 😋 The staff were very attentive. Definitely visit again 👌

Had a truly magnificent curry here with family. Small menu but there is something for everyone and the food is absolutely delicious. Had the pani puri to start (recommended) followed by the lamb biriyani. Also tried everyone else's starters of paneer tikka, lollipop chicken and vegetable samosas! The ingredients are clearly fresh as the flavours of the food really stand out, no pre-cooked meat added to pre-prepared sauces here! Service was outstanding too; attentive without being overbearing. Be warned though, they don't tone down the spices here so if you are sensitive to chilli you might be in trouble! Seriously though, if you talk to them I'm sure they will accommodate. My wife doesn't like too much chilli so had the Methi chicken and said it has a pleasant warmth without being too hot. This is, by a wide margin, the best curry we've had in a looooong time and we'll definitely be going back.

Had a fantastic lunch here today. Every dish was delicious, authentic and made with care. Lovely service too. I wish I lived nearer - I'd be a regular.

First time at this place and we will be saving this place as our new regular Indian. The lamb chop was tender and full of flavour. Would definitely recommend this place.

awesome food as always. Reminded me of food in India. Keep up and maybe add or rotate menu sometimes for a change.

Superb! One of the best Indian restaurant around !

Incredibly beautiful food that tastes as good as it looks, many different flavours from hot to sweet.

Why have I only found this place now? Truly brilliant food and service. By far the best in Surrey. Puts Surreys usual bland chain restaurants to shame.

What a lovely evening with such great service. Food was amazing and very authentic. We were there to celebrate my birthday, and the manager came over after we’d finished our meal to ask how we’d enjoyed our visit and to wish me a happy birthday. We’ll definitely be visiting again.

Underwhelming, seen the reviews about Dastaan, thought we couldn't go wrong. Pretty disappointed, grilled paneer tastless, dhal puri not bad, but pretty sweet. Wife had the fish curry, basically frozen white fish in a bland sauce, also the rogan gosh, not great. The service was exceptional, but food did not live upto the hype. Will not be returning.

Delicious food, friendly service, and an efficient booking system.

Wow i loved the food..amazing taste..butter chicken and chicken tikka is a must

Exceptionally busy when we arrived. I can see why! The food is delicious with some interesting variations on classics as well as unique choices on the menu. Everything was good. Quite spicy but flavoursome.

Didn’t enjoy the vegetarian dishes much. Prices are matching central London Michelin star restaurants.

Popped into Dastaan enroute home as a colleague had recommended it and it was the nicest curry I've had in a long time. Ordered the veg samosas and fish curry both of which were delicious!! The staff were very attentive and on hand immediately to check if you need anything. Hope to go back again soon to sample more of the menu.

New to area and recommended from someone and wow 10/10 will be returning soon thank you Dastaan team very hospitable and welcoming