Gymkhana London in City of London, Westminster

I honestly have no clue why this place has any Michelin stars, let alone two. The food is just run-of-the-mill, overpriced, Indian cuisine which you can find all over London. There is no originality or creativity in the dishes whatsoever and the place is so loud you can't even hear the waiters' explanations. When we visited, the drunken cheering & shouting of the private party behind the curtain in the next room downstairs ruined the ambience even further. In the JKS group, Trishna is head-and-shoulders above Gymkhana as a Michelin-starred restaurant. Even Brigadiers food quality is as good, if not better, for less money. Elsewhere, there are plenty of better options in London such as Jamavar, Pravaas, Manthan, Yaatra, Flora Indica and Cinnamon Kitchen to name a few.

Good food and very nice service! Reservation is recommended. I like the interior design and the flair of the restaurant. But the history of colonial india is a bit dark.....the name is nice but if you know the origin....nevertheless great food and service

I was really looking forward to experiencing Gymkhana after reading so many positive reports. The dining room was really well done and it was nice having a booth for the two of us. We went for the vegetarian tasting menu and the food was exceptional, an explosion of tastes and plenty of it. Service was a bit hit and miss, all the staff were lovely but we found them too overeager to top up water by a cm or so every couple of minutes which interrupted our conversions and marred what otherwise would have been a fabulous experience.

It is seriously over rated, it is quite expensive for what it is and quite noisy, the food is nothing special I would say average

I mean where do I start?? The best dining experience. Food was incredible! My wife and I both did the tasting menu. Highly recommend if you want to try a lot of food. The service was amazing too! Not sure our servers name but she (the red head) was great! Super helpful and sweet. Her partner was amazing as well! He told us all of his favorite menu items. Overall, it was such a great experience! Be sure to book a reservation 2 months out!

We had the Vegetarian Tasting Menu - a lot of food, be prepared! Some of the dishes were not to our taste, especially the dessert which was too sweet for us (however not something we would usually order so it was good to try it!), but overall an amazing must try experience. The highlights were the Paneer Mutter, Saag & Daal, which were all the best Indian dishes we have ever had. The tandoor broccoli was amazing, however it is spicy. The paneer tikka was also excellent, as was the mushroom biriyani. The aloo chaat was something we were extremely excited for going into the dinner and was very nice, however not as standout as other dishes. The service is impeccable, extremely respectful and catering at all times without feeling overly intrusive. For drinks we had cocktails - masala margherita was particularly good. Gymkhana is well worth experiencing, and would recommend to anyone.

Superb food, great atmosphere, fantastic service, great place for groups . I think the best Michelin star Indian restaurant in UK .we enjoyed great time with group in dedicated area with some of exclusive foods ..

Not the best experience, overcharged twice despite double checking the bill, service was hit or miss and felt like an inconvenience. Tables either side of us turned over multiple times during our tasting menu killing the atmosphere, and our table was too small for multiple drinks and plates. While some of the courses showed promise, the tasting menu involved too many choices and was poorly presented on a huge laminated card. The sommelier explained each wine with little enthusiasm and no mention of why or how it was paired, and did not engage in any further conversation, nor present the wine bottles. In summary it did not feel special enough for the £ and 2* rating.

Absolutely perfect from start to finish. Every dish was spectacularly delicious.

We enjoyed our dinner at this hugely popular Michelin starred restaurant, especially the starters but was it worth the inflated price? No it was not and we didn't even spend the 100 pound a head minimum spend they have now introduced.Wait staff were excellent and approachable, not sure of the purpose of the two glamorous blonds at the entrance; everyone else was working hard, apart from greeting and staching the odd coat they appeared to spend the evening chatting to each other. On balance glad to have the experience but will leave it to the super rich in future.

The Service was excellent and the food was really good Was just expecting a little more flavour for the price

Fantastic spot. Delicious food and ambience. Probably the best restaurant I have ever been to. Highly recommended and worth every penny. We will be back next time in London! Thanks for a great evening.

What a memorable 2 Michelin star experience! We booked 2 months in advance and came for lunch. We sat in a booth, the dark oak wood, yellow light lamps and the old fashioned ceiling fans made the ambiance very cozy and inviting. The staff were friendly and patient, they were taking time to guide us through menu and give us the suggestions about our order. We stated with drinks. The Pomegranate Ninbu Pani a was a perfect blend of sweet & tart, very refreshing. The Margo Lassi is sweet with beautiful floral flavour, very smooth and creamy. We ordered Duck Egg Bhurji with Lobster & Malabar Paratha, Aloo Chaat Tamarind & Sev, Wild Muntjac Biryani, Pomegrate & Mint Raita and Goan Prawn Curry. Every single dish was so delicious! It’s like a symphony of flavour! It’s rich, it’s creamy, it’s right amount of spicy, every flavour is so delicately balanced and the flavour profile is so multilayered and very well developed. On top of all the amazing meals, the best experience was our server. The server was very attentive and friendly. When he knew one of our member was allergic to tree nuts, he brought us a nut-free menu. When we found out the Chicken butter masala has cashew in it and they cannot make a one without cashew, we’re a bit disappointed but we ordered Goan Prawn Curry. When the meal came, we noticed there was a small dish of butter chicken, he specially brought for us so rest of us won’t miss out. What a pleasant surprise and services! We can’t wait to come back and try other dishes!

Amazing food and exceptional service. Very professional and lovely staff.

Brilliant food and ambience. Excellent starters, brilliant main course and decent desserts. Apart from the little mix up of the repeat order of my wine & the masala chai was too strong for my liking, so left the entire tea as is, but other than that was a great experience overall really enjoyed the evening. Will visit again.

Gymkhana's food was good - I'll start there. Good, not great or interesting. I am born and raised/continue to live in Manhattan, so I'm used to good Indian food. This met the bar, didn't exceed it. Where this restaurant truly failed was the service. Honestly, it was laughable. I am a relatively easy person with service, don't care too much. I have higher expectations of course of a two star restaurant, but don't expect hand holding. This might have been my downfall, however, as if I had had a server holding my hand, maybe it wouldn't have been 38 minutes from the time the dishes were cleared from our entrees to the time they finally brought out a comped dessert for our anniversary, which was noted on the reservation and ignored until this minute. Worth mentioning as well that no one asked how the food was during our entrees, or came to check on us at all - which would have been nice as we would have gotten another round of drinks, but no opportunity came there. The silence between the entree course and the dessert was genuinely funny. It was so weird. I could go to ANY restaurant in NYC, or most anywhere in the world, and I wouldn't be flat out ignored with an empty table for 38 minutes - more if you count the time since our entrees were brought out and no one checked to make sure we were all good. TWO Michelin stars??? I could open up a restaurant in Manhattan with any of the cooks of Indian restaurants I've frequented and kick this restaurants ass. And that's not hyperbole! This is a pure hype place, emperors clothes type of thing. Gymkhana is a trendy upscale Indian restaurant, go for good (on par) Indian food and to see and be seen. That's about it! At least the mandatory service charge was only 15%, as 30% tippers that did make us feel a little bit more justified. But only a little.

Had very high expectations of this restaurant given their 2 Michelin stars, and the popularity and hype surrounding it. The food and ambiance were excellent. I would say it very good Indian food, fresh, high-quality ingredients and tasty. But I couldn’t say it was the best I’d ever had. And in fact, I’d argue to say, there are options that are just as delicious, at a significantly lower price point. The reason for the 3-stars is really because I expected more. The food while great was not enough to justify the price point. The service should have also been remarkable. And unfortunately it fell short. A few examples - the recommendations by the waiter didn’t really feel personal at all. (Eg. I asked for a cocktail that was not at all sweet, and was recommended a sweet cocktail). - We mentioned it was our anniversary, but the restaurant didn’t do anything special, not even simply wishing us a happy anniversary. - We asked for one of our desserts to be packed to go, and one of the servers made a fuss over packing it for us, which seemed unnecessary, and even a little curt at the end. - When we left, we simply walked out, none of our servers said goodbye, or thanked us for dining with them. Granted these complaints sound pretentious and nit-picky. The counterpoint I will say to this, is this price point, and with 2 stars, we expected an incredibly high level of service, and we just didn’t get it. If you’re looking for a beautiful restaurant and great food, this place has it. But so do many other locations in London, at a much more reasonable price.

Honestly 11/10. Food, service and atmosphere all fabulous. We had to cut our visit short as we were going to the theatre, but I will be going back for the full experience for sure. Highly recommend the chicken butter masala, methi malai mutter paneer and daal maharani. Lasooni Tiger prawns delicious as well.

It was an unforgettable experience where exceptional flavors and flawless service came together. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality is impeccable — the staff is welcoming, knowledgeable, and attentive, making you feel pampered throughout the evening. The food is nothing short of spectacular. Each dish is a stunning fusion of traditional Indian flavors with modern presentation, presented with artistic flair. The spices are expertly balanced, offering a tastes that excite the palate without overwhelming it. In terms of service, the staff's attention to detail is second to none. From explaining each dish with passion to anticipating your every need, they create an experience that feels both personal and luxurious. In short, this restaurant not only offers incredible food but a dining journey that is elegant, refined, and worthy of its Michelin-starred status. A true celebration of Indian cuisine at its finest.

An overall fantastic experience, we couldn't rate it higher!

Incredible food, service and decor. Worth the money just for the paneer tikka alone

Gymkhana was a wonderful experience for us. We came 15 mins early to our reservation and they kindly offered us the private room because it was available to use even though we hadn’t booked it. Very beautiful and traditional decor throughout the restaurant which added to the rich atmosphere. Service was very friendly and we enjoyed everything on the menu. Mango lassi is a must try, highly recommend it, tastes very fresh. Gucchi Truffle Pulao was great for vegetarians. Portions were also decently sized for the price. I highly recommend the a la carte menu instead of the set menu for better value. There’s good vegetarian choices available. We had multiple starters including aloo chat, beetroot vada pav and veggie punjabi samosas. All very delicious. For mains, we went for bread basket, with methi malai mutter paneer, baingan bartha and saag makai. Fried Okra was good but not as good as the other mains. Even the small touches like the mouth freshener at the end were carefully crafted and delicious. Falooda was also lovely, especially the saffron kulfi inside. We enjoyed the unique flavours of every dish, with subtle twists we hadn’t tried at other typical Indian restaurants. It’s an experience beyond the food though. We stayed for a few hours and thoroughly enjoyed celebrating my birthday here. Highly recommended!!

My friend Nara recommended this place, jadore

Very very very overpriced compared to the very very very small dishes!!

Very Disappointing.....Since they gained their second Michelin Star the quality of the food has definitely declined whilst the prices have increased, whilst they seem to be living on their reputation more than their current performance. The food was good on the whole but definitely not great, with especially the Pork Cheek Vindaloo being quite mild and bland and although the Wild Muntjac Biryani was quite flavourful, the Muntjac meat inself was very tough and chewy. As for the service, it is definitely poor and not at the level you would expect from a 2 Star restaurant, with it being quite cold and inattentive. I had to continually make an effort to gain the attention of a member of staff whenever I required something. One incident I did not appreciate was their dishonestly and lack of flexibility when I tried to cancel an item that I had ordered well before it came to the table, especially as after I had asked for a 10 minute break between us finishing the next 3 dishes that were due (and had still not arrived) to come to the table and the Biryani arriving. So I was surprised why they had even called for the Biryani at the time I requested for the cancellation. After speaking to a server about the cancellation, after just over minutes one of the managers came and told me to my suprise. that it would not be possible to cancel the item as it was already in the oven and would be ready in a couple of minutes, even without checking with the chef in the kitchen which is what I was told they would need to do. I know this because neither of the them left the restaurant floor from the moment I requested the cancellation and being told it would not be possible. They was no willingness or urgency to fulfill my request, which disappointed me, as the server first said he would check in the kitchen and then without doing so immediately, he came back to me and said the manager would need to check with the chef, but he was busy dealing with other guests and so time was passing. All very petty, amateurish and their dishonesty, attitude and conduct put a damper on the evening, but I hope they are happy that they sold an extra Biryani. Maybe because the parent company JKS is growing and expanding so fast, they have taken their eye off the ball when it comes to their crown jewel, With the imminent arrival of their new £100 per person minimum spend policy for dinner, with the amount paid as a deposit at the time of reservation, normally two months in advance, it is clear to see that profitability and the maximizing of revenue are the priority, even ahead of the customers experience and guest satisfaction, but hey, all good things eventually come to an end !!!!

Had an absolutely amazing meal that was made even better by the amazing service. Throughout our entire time at Gymkhana, our server, Silvon, was extremely attentive and made every effort to elevate the experience. He was knowledgeable, professional, and incredibly kind. To top it off, the food and ambience were superb. I will certainly be returning the next time I’m in London.

The food was delicious and the service was even better. Our waiter, Silvon, was absolutely wonderful. He was highly knowledgeable on the dishes and incredibly helpful - along with all the other staff as well. Highly recommend on your next trip to London 👍

I would begin by stating that the service was satisfactory, Rakesh was attentive and ensured that we had everything we required within seconds. However, he did exceed our needs with more food and continued to try to surpass our order. Unfortunately, he frequently brought us drinks that we did not order, resulting in the necessity of having a substitute server. The food was rather disappointing, how was this establishment awarded two Michelin stars? The price tag was significantly higher than the typical fare. The presentation of the food was impressive, but the taste was comparable to that of a local establishment, which is 10 times cheaper. I won't be coming back as I've been unwell since eating here.

Little did I know that Indian restaurants with 2 Michelin stars exist… Gymkhana impressed our group in many ways. The atmosphere and interior design of the restaurant is stunning and brings a posh and serene mood to us as guests. The staff is very professional and warm, they take all the time to let us come to the perfect choice for the menu. We had a hard time NOT choosing everything on the menu since there are so many interesting dishes listed. We were amazed by the wonderful flavours and presentation, with great wine advice from the sommelier. Hands down the best Indian high end dining experience I’ve enjoyed in my life so far.

Hands down the best Indian food I've ever eaten. The restaurant itself is beautiful and has a bustling atmosphere. The service from all the staff was amazing and the recommendations were all on point. We settled on the 4 course set lunch menu and every course delivered, from the bread and poppadoms to start, through to the Butter Masala Chicken and Kid Goat Curry for mains. We paired each course with a different cocktail from the unique menu and each drink was perfectly crafted. A wonderful experience all-round.

Absolutely the best Indian meal in London. And even comparable to top rated Indian accent in delhi. The butter chicken, kheer & lamb keema were objectively fantastic (not just for London)! 100% recommend!

This restaurant gets an automatic (-5) stars because of the doorman who was clearly judging me based on my nationality which is the most irrelevant thing ever. I was treated with utter disrespect while he greeted the guests with a warm welcome. He was beyond offensive and this issue needs to be discussed by the restaurant manager. Its 2024, i shouldn’t be dealing with racism when i just want to enjoy a meal.

Lunch at Gymkhana – A Memorable Experience Yesterday, I went to Gymkhana for lunch with a friend who had just arrived in London, and the experience was amazing. I mentioned in the reservation that it was my friend’s birthday, and the staff remembered right away, which made the meal feel even more special. Our waiter, Denzel (Gymkhana’s very own Denzel Washington 😂), was fantastic. He guided us through the menu so we didn’t order too much, and his recommendations were spot on. We started with mango lassi (something I’d been wanting to try in London) and pomegranate nimbu pani—both were refreshing. The mango lassi was just like how I remember it from back home. For the food, we had aloo chaat, which really hit the spot and reminded me of India. The chicken was juicy and tasty, though the salmon felt just okay in comparison. For mains, Denzel suggested the lamb chops and kid goat methi keema—both were excellent, and we were totally stuffed by the end. I really appreciated how they handled my dairy intolerance. Even though I told them it wasn’t serious, they made sure to point out dishes with dairy and were very careful, which was a nice touch. The service overall was top-notch. Plates were cleared discreetly, water was refilled without us asking, and Pinky, along with the managers, came by to chat and check on us, making us feel really welcome. For dessert, even though we were full, Denzel convinced us to try the coconut sorbet. They surprised us by bringing it out with a candle for my friend’s birthday, and also gave us a gift card featuring a vintage photo of Gymkhana from the British Raj times. The coconut sorbet was definitely the star. All in all, it was such a memorable experience, with great food and even better service. Denzel, Pinky, and the managers really made sure we were looked after, and I’ll definitely be back!

We celebrated our third wedding anniversary here and this place was the kind of celebratory meal we were hoping for. Everything we ate was incredible and exacting. The food was delicious and we got to try new dishes we hadn't had before. We particular enjoyed the prawn curry and the chicken butter masala. There was also a salmon dish in the first course that we thought was just perfect. The service and ambiance were excellent. When I accidentally ate a whole pepper that was too spicy for me, our server brought me a mango lassi. Worth every penny, will be back next time we're in London.

Came here for a special treat and had a great time. Staff were fantastic and treated us very kindly. Would recommend the butter chicken and the samosas especially. The bread basket seemed a little steeply priced but tbh you get 3 differently flavoured naans.

Our new favorite go-to when in London! Every dish was spectacular - it’s rare that I have a meal where every dish is outstanding! The highlight is the Butter Chicken Masala for sure! Other dishes to try that were amazing are the Punjabi Samosa, Gol Guppas, and Tandoori Broccoli. Overall amazing service and staff - make sure to pay them a visit when in London!

My experience at Gymkhana was only okay. The food was expensive which we expected as the restaurant has 2 Michelin stars (currently). However, for the price, I expected a better food experience or at least something I would be talking for a few days. We were a group of 4 so we shared all the dishes. We went with a la carte. I found the restaurant to be overly priced for ordinary Indian food. There are so much better restaurants in London, I wouldn't recommend it after our experience. Dishoom is better than Gymkhana and that's if I compare them. The highlights were the male server, who was great and the restaurant atmosphere which was beautiful. The butter chicken was tender, the duck egg and lobster starter was very nice. The lady server was condescending and a bit rough, I'm glad we mainly dealt with the male server. Not a Michelin Star restaurant I would recommend in London.

I have COVID and therefore cannot come to dinner tonight. I also live in the United States and am leaving the country soon without the ability to reschedule into another day. The restaurant had NO compassion on me being sick and immediately charged me a $263.98 fee. Horrible service, lack of compassion and I will make it a point to tell everyone that I know who is planning a trip to London to avoid this horrible establishment at all costs.

I came based on some glowing recommendations but was left disappointed. There seemed to be many team members on the floor but the service was not attentive and on more than one occasion I had to make the effort to attract a server over. I found the tables too close together that made it uncomfortable to have our own conversation and I didn’t particularly want to hear other people’s either. The food was good but for the reputation and price, I expected more.

wow! what an experience! amazing aura , fine dining and world class service! celebrated a very special day here and memories made for a lifetime

Gymkhana is one of the most storied establishments of the London dining scene. We went in with high expectations, and to their credit, team Gymkhana managed to mostly meet or exceed the expectations. To start with, the decor is very fitting. The old fashioned ceiling fans, the dark wood and wicker furniture, the lighting really look like something out of a colonial era time capsule. The menu is eclectic but skews North Indian; we loved the keema pav, the caffreal salmon Tikka and the guinea fowl pepper fry. Unfortunately, the muntjac biryani was kinda average despite being the dish we were looking forward to the most. The desserts won us back. Pretty good Indian accented cocktails as well. The service was very friendly and attentive, without being stuffy in any way. Overall, it's an expensive place but pretty good vfm for a 2 starred restaurant!

Had a really great time! The food tasted amazing, but service was above and beyond. Our server was the best part of our experience here! The ambience is great as well.

Exceptional. Period. The food flavors are incredible, the interior is dark, cozy, and inviting, and the service is impeccable. You won’t need to ask for a thing! My only word of caution is that the portions for everything, including appetizers, are very generous. We left half of our meal on the table because we were too full! So, be mindful when ordering - which is hard to do, because you’ll want to try it all…

Best Indian food I’ve had in London after living here for 3 months. Also one of the most affordable 2 Michelin starred places. The portions were generous and the prices are comparable to other fancy restaurants. We ordered a la carte Kid goat methi Keema ($19)- ground goat with crispy potato sticks Biriyani ($38) - super tender meat, delicious rice with so many fried shallots in every bite. One of the best biriyani’s I’ve tried Chicken butter masala ($32) - high quality spices, not overly sweet like other butter chickens I’ve had in London. The charred chicken adds a lot of interesting flavors. Arguably one of the best butter chickens I’ve ever had and I come from foodie cities like NYC and LA. Warning, this might ruin butter chicken for you anywhere else Bread basket ($12.50) - who doesn’t love naan? Dal lasooni ($11.50) - this will change your mind about vegetables. It tastes hearty, buttery, and well seasoned Must gets are the biriyani and the butter chicken Cherry on top was our lovely waitress Taz who gave us spot on recs and had so much knowledge about the food. Everyone there was exceptionally friendly and charming

The worst in customer service for a Michelin rated restaurant. Reservation alerts are a complete waste of time. Alert you, respond immediately, choose the time they give you, and won’t allow you to complete the reservation, saying the reservation is no longer available, numerous times. And of course they will never allow a phone call.

Service was top notch from the waiter who served us. Food was amazing. They understood vegan requirement and produced vegan menu. It was a birthday celebration and the waiter made it a point to wish the birthday person and at the end provided a surprise. Highly recommended. Well deserving of their Michelin stars.

Very well organized and well mannered staff. Nice bar abd seating arrangement.

Is it authentic? YES Is it better than home cooked Indian food? YES Is it actually favoured by Indian people? YES Is it worth the michelin star? YES Is it expensive? Unfortunately yes 😩 Is it worth the high prices though? 100% YES

We had a great experience with the tasting menu, but I think there's room for improvement in the service department for a two Michelin star restaurant. When we arrived 8 minutes late, we were informed that we might not be able to order the tasting menu. Additionally, we encountered some issues with the inconsistency of the sparkling water, as it seemed flat at times. We had to bring this up twice with the staff. Furthermore, there was a delay in getting water, and we had to request a new bottle. It seems like the restaurant might be overwhelmed with its high demand and reservation system, resulting in a less-than-ideal experience for guests.

I don’t normally enjoy Michelin starred restaurants due to the fact that they can be quite pretentious, but Gymkhana has been nothing short of exceptional! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, the food was impeccable and flawless in my opinion. Every single dish I had actually delivered! A memorable meal! I cannot wait to return to this magnificent restaurant!

I highly recommend visiting this incredible restaurant—I thoroughly enjoyed my experience! First, the food was outstanding. We started with the kid goat methi, which was phenomenal. After that, we had butter chicken, biryani, tandoori chicken, and saag. Every dish was absolutely amazing. Second, the service at Gymkhana was exceptional. Our waiter, Lloyd, was fantastic—always attentive and eager to explain everything on the menu. He truly made our visit even more enjoyable. Finally, the restaurant itself is beautiful. I will definitely be coming back! P.S. I suggest making a reservation.

Okay for one time. Very annoying staff members. I just wanted to eat my food undisturbed and have a conversation with my partner. They kept asking if we were done. Definitely overrated. Michelin...is it really?

2 Michelin Stars... Lives up to its rating. It will cost you for the experience.

Austin made our experience more than great

Best Indian restaurant in London by far If you are seeking a high quality and full flavored biryani Then don’t waste your time You need to reserve your lunch with them The only thing is you really need to book it and reserve it in advance as you can’t get slots for two weeks at least Service was great and you can’t go wrong with it as they are 2 Michelin

We had an excellent experience at Gymkhana - the food, the service, the atmosphere was all fantastic. I do think the 2 Michelin stars is a bit of a stretch, but nonetheless it was worth it. The food was delicious - the Butter Chicken Masala was incredible, that we went straight to Harrods the next day to buy their jar sauces to take home with us! The Khatta Meetha Baingan (eggplant) was delicious and the Aloo Chaat was awesome. I also had the Ghee Old Fashioned which was great.

My wife and I loved our experience here. Food across the board is delicious. Truly cannot go wrong. Amazing service with a special shout out to Vaibhav who was magnificent every step of the way. Thank you!

Amazing service and food! Llloyd was our waiter and he was outstanding. We would definitely come back next time we are in London! Thanks for a great experience.

Best Indian food I have ever had by far. Definetly get the king prawns as a starter if you like it spicy. Afterwords the Butter Chicken Massala is a must.

Absolute taste sensation! Food was incredible with real depth of flavour to each dish. each dish was a standout! Menu suits bigger groups as we were only a 2 it just makes it so hard, will be going back with a few more friends next time!

The theme of the evening was "eternity". The food was decent but nothing exceptional. The butter chicken lacked complexity and tandoor lamp chops were okay. The apps were the best part of the meal. The service was incredibly slow and inattentive. We waited at least 45 minutes after finishing our appetizers to receiving our entrees, then again for the bill and again for 20 minutes just to pay. This was not an isolated incident as several tables were also kept waiting for ages. For a two star Michelin, both the service and food did not live up to expectations.

Best Indian Food in London!!! We came here for lunch as I have two teens ages 13 & 15 and there is an age limit for dinner. Table was ready when we arrived. Food and service was first class and the waiter was very helpful explaining the menu. Samosa's, butter chicken and Naan bread are a must.

Rohan was an amazing host. Huge shout out to him for making the entire experience enjoyable. He was very knowledgeable of the dishes and informed us which dishes (and which portions of dishes) had egg in it, something my mother could not eat.I will definitely try my best to come back and eat sometime although booking is often difficult (as it should be, the place is amazing)

I had a nice experience, but it was not a 5star experience as it is spread. They charge you for pairing water - glass filled with water for the table and the server (pls note none of us asked them to) will keep pouring water into your glass every time you take a sip. We were charged 16pounds 🙄 I also felt that the servers asked many times if we were happy etc etc. I understand it’s their job, but they always cut our conversation and I guess within 2 hours - the server(s) came 16-18 times which I kinda find annoying. The food was good, yes expensive, but nice. Well I won’t go there again. It’s checked on my list and I rate it as 3.7

Really good food that’s worthy of the 2 stars but we felt ambiance and service was a little light compared to other 2 star spots that have French influences. Overall a great experience but we did have upset stomachs afterwards, potentially from the biryani!

Denzel is easily the nicest most charismatic waiter I’ve ever met. He recommended the best best food. And dare I say that it’s the best Indian food I’ve had in my life.

We had the pleasure to dine at Gymkhana recently and we had mixed feelings. We got the tasting menu, and while every dish was satisfactory, nothing really blew us away unlike most restaurants we have tried that have 2 Michelin stars. The service and cocktails were fantastic, however we left scratching our heads a bit whether this was a 2 star experience. If you forget about the expectations that comes with 2 Michelin stars, it was a great meal albeit a little pricey for the quality and presentation of the food. Having mentioned the price, I think the tasting menu comes with so much food, two hungry people could easily share it and that could make the meal more affordable.

Worst food , not recommended to anyone , total ripoff , we were 10 person and the place where we were a/c not working and the place w as like a cave totally dark inside , need my refund back please call me 3232443232 , I live in losangles , can I get my refund or else I will do cargeback

My lunch experience at Gymkhana was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality. Taryn, our server, provided outstanding service throughout and was friendly, attentive, and highly knowledgeable about the menu. She made our meal feel special and seamless. The food was beyond incredible. The Salmon Cafreal was a standout dish—perfectly cooked, and rich with flavor. I also have to mention the Crispy Rajasthani Bhindi, which was simply divine. There was another guy who served us, he was from India (Goa). He was sweet, kind and had a big smile on his face. Shout out to Gymkhana team for their top notch services. The combination of exquisite dishes and impeccable service made our visit to Gymkhana unforgettable. We left not only full but eager to return and experience more of what this restaurant has to offer. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience!

Service was great, presentation of all the dishes was exquisite. The food was delicious - just did not think it justified the two Michelin stars. Cocktails were presented nicely but not spectacular in taste. Ambience left much to be desired - it was extremely noisy.

The service was good, the venue is good but the food? Nothing special, just what I expected and nothing to write home about....

The aloo chat was one of the nicest dishes I have ever eaten. The butter chicken also lived up to the expectations. wasn't a huge fan of the biryani and the pasty lid is a bit unnecessary in my opinion. service was ok but expected more for 2 Michelin stars, had glasses cleared from the table but not offered another drink, and the waiter left before we could even ask, for example. overall good but did expect a bit more from both the food and service for the price point.

I visited both the bar and restaurant on August 23rd. The bar was incredible, faultless. The restaurant. The surroundings and staff were very good, service attentive. The food. Creative and imaginative menu which the staff felt needed explanation, leading to an even higher expectation of quality and taste. I can only think that the kitchen was having an off day as overall the food oneself was bland and mostly uninspiring. Bar snacks - Pad Pads and Beetroot sliders were good, as expected. Mains - Pork cheek vindaloo, Paneer ‘log’, basmati with mushrooms, roti, daal, mediocre. Lacking is flavour, genuinely bland and disappointing. It maybe that the price point and hype led me to expect some better however the execution of the dishes, lack of depth of flavour make me think that something was off. It was disappointing, 110 pounds a head, with no alcohol. I would expect to pay 1/3 of that at most for what was given.

Having eaten in the other 2 Michelin Star Indian restaurant Opheem a couple of months ago, which was exceptional, my expectations were reasonably high before visiting Gymkhana on Saturday 24th August. Unfortunately the actual experience fell as far short as it is possible to fall in my honest opinion. There are two choices - tasting menu or a la carte - three of our party chose the tasting menu, the other opted for the a la carte. The wine pairing for the tasting menu was £95. The menu itself £120. 5 courses are what are available with a choice for those with food preferences or allergies. Poppadoms with three chutneys are course 1. Very average and uninspiring flavours. Course 2. I chose Aloo Chaat, Tamarind, Sev. No I don’t know what Sev is either, and having eaten it I still don’t. Bland and mushy. Course 3. Gilafi Quail seekh Kebab, mint and mustard chutney. I would challenge anyone on a blind tasting of this to identify it was quail and I would say the local kebab shop has a tastier seekh kebab on offer. This unfortunately is not a joke. Course 4. Chicken Butter Masala. This was quite tasty but was almost identical to Nisha Katona’s offering in Mowgli which provides hugely better value. Course 5. Saffron pistachio kulfi fallloda. This was pre-prepared cold fruit cocktail with ice cream and condensed/evaporated milk on top. Reminded me of school dinners. At the end of the meal I was asked if I enjoyed the meal. Myself and our party all said it was very disappointing. The manager came over and apologised deducting £87 from the £647.95 bill. Overall awful experience which if this was my first Michelin Star experience would have been my last. Makes a mockery of the guide. An interesting aside is that having looked at the menu from 2022 the menu is exactly the same in every way but £25 cheaper. Go at your peril and don’t say I didn’t warn you.

This establishment fell well short of a Michelin star experience. I would have to question even 1 star being awarded. The overall ambiance and service was nothing special. There was no special experience like you expect. Much of the food was either bland like the Biryani on the tasting menu or over salted such as the lamb chop. We were not even finished our Poppadums and sauces and the small plates were removed with food still on them as they were already standing waiting with the next course. A very rushed and non Michelin star touch. The portions were generous but for the tasting menu should have been that tasting portions - smaller and more courses with more choices. The quail kebabs were unidentifiable by taste as quail and really didn’t have much flavour, nor did the lamb chop. Overall an extremely disappointing experience. I see from the reviews I am not alone. I very much doubt without many changes that this place will keep its stars. We did mention or disappointment to the waiter who got the manager to discuss with us and offered a small discount to the bill. Having looked forward to it for months and to have travelled by car to Glasgow airport, flight to Luton, 2 trains and 2 underground to get there,’along with the cost of an overnight, it made for a very expensive evening for a very disappointing meal and experience. The only extra offered were inedible petit fours. This arrived at the same time as what tasted like tinned fruit and evaporated milk with sole saffron flavour added via the ice cream. If this had been my local Indian restaurant, costing far less, I would never return. Needless to say unfortunately I won’t be back here either.

We had the lunch set menu. The appetisers were very good and flavorful. The Aloo chat was good and full of textures but a little sweet for the Indian palette, according to my Indian husband. The paneer appetiser was very good and 5/5. The salmon appetiser was incredible too. The prawn curry was good, but not life changing. The butter chicken had tender and flavourful chicken but the overall taste of the curry was decent, not the best I’ve had. I liked the garlic naan too. The set menu was plenty of food so no need to order anything else. Mocktails were good and our waiter was incredible. I actually had reserved the table for the wrong day and they were still able to squeeze us in for a table of three which was very kind of them.

We walked in with no booking and we didn’t inform the door men that we didn’t have a booking as wanted to sit at the bar, however they couldn’t find us a booking and we are absolutely fine with it, as we walked out the door men was extremely rude and said why didn’t you tell me you didn’t have a booking and started arguing with us, this door men should not be representing such a restaurant. We are a regular customers for over 10 years. Change your door men , he was extremely rude, and started talking to us about religion until we pointed out to him that no matter who you are and what your religion is you should treat everyone fairly.

Our favorite restaurant in London by a mile! We went for lunch and each bite was better than the last. We felt value was strong for a 2 Michelin starred meal. An absolute must!

An excellent experience and some of the best food. We booked a table for the evening and pre-drinks reservation at 42 Bar which is part of Gymkhana. The bar was exceptional from the atmosphere to the service and drinks. Highly recommend the 42. We were guided to our table for dinner when it was ready, the service was brilliant from the start with super friendly and very knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend the Butter Chicken masala and Tandoori lamb chops.

I had a wonderful time at this excellent Indian restaurant. Everything was flavorful and delicious.

Wow, blown away by our experience at Gymkhana last night. By far some of the best Indian food I’ve ever eaten in my life so this place absolutely lives up to the hype. We stopped in for a drink before our dinner reservation and their upstairs bar is a moody lounge vibe with good music and cocktails. Head downstairs to the main restaurant for another great atmosphere, and more cocktails that are amazing. While the drinks are good, the food is almost flawless. My favorite dish of the night by far was the Tandoori Masala Lamb Chops with Walnut Chutney. The lamb is cooked to perfection, incredibly tender and a full of so many delicious flavors you’ll find it hard to not want seconds. Other highlights are the Lasooni Wild Tiger Prawns, Chicken Butter Masala and the Aloo Chaat. Pair that with a side of rice and a bread basket and you’ll be set for an amazing meal. I expected it to be good but my expectations were exceeded, this is definitely a must stop if you’re looking for good Indian food in London!

Delicious food. We ordered pani Puri, aloo chat, achari paneer tikka, naan, methi malai mutter. The service was quick and the staff accommodated us at 2.45 pm even though that was kinda almost past their last order time. Would definitely recommend.

We shared a lunch menu & a butter chicken main. Service was fantastic, and an extra shout-out to Austin for his recommendations and chasing after us when we'd forgotten our leftovers! I'd really recommend the paneer on the starters, it was sensational. Really nice veggie options. I hope to see paratha in the bread basket in the future 🤞

From the tasting perspective, chutney trio was good and desserts were amazing. However curry selections all tasted kinda plain and other courses from the tasting menu were lacking of flavor complexity and creation. Beyond that, I respect and love the fact that they didn’t go over the top, let the dishes stay original and didn’t stray from the Indian food concept. Therefore it successfully introduced Indian food to me, and brought me a whole new level of understanding on the Indian food that went beyond naan and curry, which justifies their Michelin stars

Excellent meal well deserving of the Michelin stars! Have been multiple times over multiple years and the Goan Prawn Curry is always a stand out! The pani puri and aloo chat were the surprise stand outs and the rasmalai was fantastic…from appetizers to entrees to desserts there is no course that is not superb. Special occasion or not this has to be on your list.

The vibe was really nice and the food was delicious.

Had high expectations for Gymkhana but were left unimpressed. Perhaps we expected more from a Michelin star restaurant with such rave reviews and steep prices. We went for the tasting menu, with an extra lamb chop on the side to get the full culinary experience. The main course arrived at the same time but we found several of the dishes lukewarm. When raised with the waiter he did not acknowledge or address the issue. We have visited many great Indian restaurants and as such cannot quite fathom why so many rave about the food here.

Excellent food! Some of the best Indian food I have had. Great service too. Highly recommend.

An astoundingly good place! The food, service and ambiance are all wonderful. The second you walk in, you are made to feel special. The food was the best Indian food I’ve eaten - plentiful (VERY plentiful!), tastes perfect and beautifully presented. Go hungry! We went to celebrate the beginning of our wedding weekend, and they were so kind and generous. Thank you Gymkhana - we will be back!

Some of the best Indian food I’ve ever had. Def come here!

Our table was reserved for 9:30… we’ve been standing at the bar for 20 minutes cramped near the toilet with people going in and out asking us to move. Would not recommend. If it was the other way around they would have the right to give our table away and charge us for it… We got this appalling service with a private room booked…

We had the tasting menu which was excellent and well worth the try if you can pace yourself through the 5 courses extravaganza. The keema pau and the salmon tikka was my fav. The quinine sour may be the best cocktail I have ever had. The mains were the only slight let down in that they were very rich and maybe could have used some lighter side dishes to freshen the heavy curries. Overall, it was a fabulous meal.

Second time here and this time we were seated downstairs and I just love the interior so much I couldn't stop making pictures of every small detail. I added more photos of what we ate and I must say this is the best Indianan restaurant Ive been to. (Old review) Yum! Very nice place with beautiful interior. The food was great and very notable. We took shrimp curry and tika massala, and for starters some potato and sauce salad(very recommended) and tempura fish. Overall great food and great service. Highly recommended. They don’t ask though the spice level and for me it was quite spicy whereas for my boyfriend not enough spicy.

The restaurant is very, very wonderful. The food and the staff are very respectful and deserve every riyal that you pay to the restaurant. Their service is friendly, the food is very delicious, and their cleanliness is upscale. I strongly recommend it...

Wonderful and I highly recommend it

Austin, our waiter, was a delight. A real professional and a credit to the establishment. we were made, on a busy evening, to feel as though we were celebrities, as though we were the only guests at the restaurant. And he topped the evening off when he poetically told us that we had to have something sweet after dinner because "desserts go straight to the heart". A first class experience

Great service and lovely atmosphere but for the food, I really don’t get it. How’s that rated 2 stars? They add so much spices you can’t taste whatever you’re eating. Bear in mind I am all for spices and flavours but in Gymkhana it’s too overwhelming.

Fantastic. Delicious. Just the best Indian food I've ever tasted.

3 rating, mainly on the food. The service was great, and I really liked the vibes. However the food was a bit disappointing. Average at best for most dishes other than 1 appetizer Aloo Chat. Most dishes had too much spices that I couldn’t taste what I was actually eating. Definitely hyped and overrated.

Best Indian food I’ve ever eaten! Couldn’t recommend more!