Mowgli Street Food in Leicester

Had a lovely meal with my mum here, our server Liss was so helpful with picking out our dishes and recommending drinks for us! Really nice atmosphere and staff

Food was so delicious, loved the yogurt chat bombs and sticky chicken. Really nice environment and great service the whole night . Our waitress was Alyssia !

Big fan of Mowgli’s, cannot recommend it enough to my family and friends. Big shoutout to Liss our host who gave outstanding service. Fantastic experience worth every penny. Will be returning again and asking for Liss specifically she added invaluable quality to the this atmospheric dining experience. 🐒

Amazing food and experience! Our server Liss was excellent, gave us fabulous service throughout , thank you!!!

Eaten here many times, food is lovely and our server Liss has been great every time without fail! Will definitely be back again!

Beautiful place, great atmosphere and amazing food. My server was Liss and she was great, so kind and accommodating. Best restaurant in Leicester I’ve been to so far and would highly recommend!

I had one of the best dining experiences recently, and a huge part of that was thanks to Liss, who was so, so amazing! From the moment we walked in, Liss made us feel welcomed and taken care of with genuine warmth and charm. She was attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable about the menu, and had the kind of positive energy that just makes your whole night better. Now let’s talk about the food — wow. Every dish was bursting with flavour, beautifully plated, and cooked to perfection.

Had a lovely time on Saturday. Food was great as always and our server Liss was fantastic. She was so patient with us and very smiley. 10/10 across the board.

I had Liss as a server and she was really lovely and quick with the food.

Heard mixed reviews about this place but fancied trying it anyway. Arrived and the atmosphere was lively and inviting, didn’t have to wait long to be seated and the staff were really friendly. I had the monkey wrap and treacle fries, they were delicious! Will be coming back again!

Visited this place drawn in by its stunning ambiance and friendly service — both of which were on point. Sadly, that’s where the positives ended. I ordered the Mother's Butter Chicken, Tea-Steeped Chickpeas, basmati rice, and roti. Not a single dish had any memorable flavor. The butter chicken had chicken that oddly tasted like lamb, as if it had been cooked or stored alongside it — a serious misstep. The chickpeas? No hint of tea, no depth, no character. Honestly, every item on my plate could have been cooked better by an amateur simply following a YouTube tutorial. There was no finesse, no signature touch — just bland, forgettable food. And to top it off, the only bread option was a frozen roti, reheated and served like it was something special. For a place that was decorated so thoughtfully, the food felt like a complete afterthought. Beautiful setting, but unfortunately, the kitchen doesn't live up to it. Wouldn’t return for the food.

What an amazing meal with the family!! We came for a meal just before the football. It’s Vardys last game for Leicester and we have been in high spirits! Mowgli did not disappoint! The food was top notch and Anjali did a fantastic job helping us through the menu. Thank you so much, we will definitely visit again!

Thank you Anjali for serving us today we had a fabulous visit and we hope to see you next time we visit! The street food sharer was perfect for me and my partner 5* recommendations to that menu if you want to have a taste of everything!

I had the best meal at Mowgli today. Anjali did everything she could to make sure we had a great meal pre football and Mowgli did not disappoint. The food was great!

The manager Julia was amazing, great food and service!

Had an incredible meal at Mowgli Street Food in Leicester — the food was vibrant, full of flavour, and beautifully presented. But what really made the visit special was the service. Julia, the manager, went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and looked after. Her warmth, professionalism, and genuine passion for hospitality truly stood out. It’s rare to find someone who makes you feel like a valued guest from the moment you walk in — Julia did just that. Can’t recommend this place enough for both the food and the outstanding service. Will definitely be back!

Huge shout out to Julia for always looking after us when we come in. Been in 4 times now and the service and food have always been on point. Thank you 🙏🏽

The service is top notch starter’s were nice but the mains was ok ok as it was bland not much flavour drinks were amazing. Will try something else next time.

Fast service perfect for surprise nights out

It's beautiful and tasty, both in style and food. Really quick service too!

Mowgli delivers every single time. Our server Teo was helpful and enthusiastic. Can’t recommend this place enough — it’s street food with soul.

I had some wonderful food there when I went there today. A server named Teo was super efficient in his service for my family and I. I would absolutely be going here again :)

The Mowgli experience is unmatched. You walk in to beautiful decor and instantly friendly staff like Teo. The food? Next level. Every bite was delicious, and the team made our evening feel special.

First time here and I was seriously impressed. The menu is packed with vegetarian and vegan options, but meat lovers won’t feel left out either. Everything was cooked perfectly and full of depth. Teo was attentive without hovering, and the vibe was relaxed but upbeat. Loved it.

The flavors here are unreal. Everything came out hot and fast, and the service by Teo was just as good as the food — friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable.

Amazing food and even better service. The servers went above and beyond to make sure our dietary needs were met and still managed to make every dish taste incredible. Special shoutout to Teo. The mango lassi was the best I’ve ever had. This place is a must-visit!

In a lively part of the old city, my wife and I decided to have an early supper at Mowgli. We loved the swing seating setup—very charming and Instagrammable. The vibe and décor definitely stood out. As for the food, it was decent—solid, standard Indian fare. Nothing particularly outstanding or memorable, and for the price (£), we were hoping for something a bit more show-stopping. Still, it’s a lovely spot for a meal with great ambiance. Worth a visit if you’re in the area and want something good with a stylish setting.

Amazing spot! Great Food. Thank you to our server Teo.

We were walk-ins on a busy day but were accommodated quickly and had very good food

Mowglis food is amazing and I love the atmosphere, the lighting is lovely. I would definitely recommend Mowgli to anyone. I want to say a massive thank you to Teo who was very attentive and made sure I enjoyed my time

A gem of a place! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and the staff made us feel warm from the moment we walked in. Our server Teo, recommended a great mix of dishes, and they were all phenomenal. Incredible food, impeccable service!

Incredible spot. We had a birthday dinner here and the team made it so memorable — even brought out a dessert with a candle! Thanks to Teo. Everything we ordered was packed with flavor and came out quickly. Great atmosphere, even better food. Will be back soon.

We were quite early so the atmosphere is quite hard to measure, but the food and service were great!

Fantastic meal at Mowgli Leicester, came for a special occasion and it did not disappoint

Welcoming place with a lovely ambient atmosphere. The food was delicious and I can't wait to eat here again. Our server, Melina, was really friendly and helpful so thank you!

Great food and service by Melina today! Chat bombs we’re delish 🤤 #mowglileicester

We went into this place because my son saw the swinging chairs. We sat on the chairs and they dnt swing much and can be a pain as they are chained so the depth is not alot. The food was ok. But this place is very expensive. The portions are really tiny. We had a glass of prosecco & a bottled beer with a starter which was in a tiny tin. Cost us £28. There is so many places that are better in value and in my opinion, taste!!

The butter chicken was very bland and I appreciate it’s not the most exciting of dishes to have but it was the worse butter chicken I’ve ever had. Food luke warm and arrived within 3 minutes of ordering which suggests pre made perhaps and just re heated. No flavour to the rice or the green chicken. Staff great, lovely decor but will not return. Will stick to Tipu Sultan or even Broadway for taste and flavour.

Comida muy poco inspiradora con muy poco sabor. Tuvimos dos platos principales, cordero y langostino, tanto opaco como sin sabor, y el entrante Angry bird que era muy gd.

Had the most incredible experience at Mowgli Leicester! The food was absolutely amazing — every dish was packed with flavour, and the chaat bombs were easily the highlight, they were out of this world. The service was excellent too; the staff were friendly, attentive and made us feel really welcome. Cocktails were delicious and perfectly made. Honestly couldn’t fault a thing — can’t wait to come back again! One criticism, pop some ice cubes in the Lassi! - I know I should have asked for some - silly me.

Lovely place but the food and especially the drinks are overpriced

Really enjoyable lunch. Good value. Service was attentive without being overbearing. A hidden gem!

Have been looking forward to finally going to experience Mowglis. Unfortunately was disappointed overall. Restaurant decor and aesthetic is good, very charming that's almost where the good stuff ends. We opted for the £25 sharing offering. The chat bombs were undeniable good, credit where credits due. Sadly everything else was lacking. Gun powder chicken was Luke warm and as for calling it gunpowder...well the gunpowder was damp today ! Mildly spiced boarding bland. The other curries which you accept will be chosen for you were all chicken. The chicken in both curries were cooked to death. To cook chicken thighs to that point takes some doing. The sauces on both were ok but immediately forgettable. Rice...bland no flavour ! Roti breads ok. Chick peas fairly pleasant but nothing to get wild about. Food arrived prompt but everything else service wise was slow and clumsy. Such a shame really. Could be great but not today

We had the street food sharer which was amazing value. It would be good to see more vegetables on the menu. Service was first class and the Cardoman Old fashioned was top class

Muy decepcionante experiencia general. Fui con mi GF y su amiga el sábado por la tarde alrededor de las 4: 30 . El restaurante era tranquilo y nos sentamos rápidamente por una joven agradable. La comida era preciosa, pero el servicio carecía. Las bebidas y el pedido de comida se tomó rápidamente y se sirvió en el mínimo tiempo. No hay vuelta atrás. No se ofrece una segunda ronda de bebidas. Los menús de postres no se ofrecían al despejar la mesa. El gerente vino a preguntar si necesitábamos algún pedido y se avergonzó cuando se dio cuenta de que la mesa estaba lista para el postre. Esperé un rato después de que la mesa fue despejada para la factura que nos dieron. Y más tiempo para pagar y eso se debió solo al hecho de que tuve que pedirle a la chica que tomara mi dinero. En realidad, no me sorprendería que nos hubieran echado de menos salir sin pagar. 1/10 para servicio. Después de haber trabajado en la hospitalidad durante numerosos años, tanto yo como mi pareja nos sorprendimos de lo pobre que era.

Chicken, dry like piece of wood, what is the point of hot food o n cold tin plates

Very average the platter for 2 was good value for money but no real flavours, wouldn’t go again

Really nice flavours and some great deals. Very efficient with decent sized portions.

If I could give it 0 stars I would, really spoilt a nice family day out by serving us with a paneer wrap that had a long blond hair wrapped within the food. It was disgusting.Following that their waiters instead of apologising were rude and not even cleaned up. The customer service is Zero the food was bad and our whole day out was spoiled. Do yourself a favour and go somewhere else if you can.

Visitamos ayer por la noche para tener una cena rápida. Hemos venido a mowglis un par de veces y la comida siempre es genial y llega rápido, por lo que visitamos de nuevo. En esta ocasión nos atendió un hombre muy desagradablemente sarcástico, lo que nos hizo sentir bastante incómodos. Algunos de sus comentarios fueron innecesarios y estropearon nuestra experiencia. Esto no es lo que esperábamos y nunca se nos ha hablado de tal manera cuando visitamos ningún restaurante, independientemente de lo casual que la experiencia gastronómica está destinada a ser. La otra chica que vino a nuestra mesa era educado y la comida era genial, pero todavía nos fuimos sintiendo incómodos. El restaurante no estaba ocupado, así que no entiendo por qué parecía como si fuéramos un inconveniente estar allí? Lamentablemente, esto nos ha alejado de querer venir de nuevo, ya que no queremos tener que preocuparnos por una ruleta de si nos servirán o no con actitud.

Excellent service performance ❤️

Food had no seasoning, or salt!! The roti was hard and stale. The butter chicken lacked flavour and was watery. The woman that served us gave us a dirty look. Would not come here again

The food here is delicious. We ordered the Street Food Sharer, and various other menu items. It is very good value for money and the food is very flavourful & fresh. The menu also caters for all dietary requirements. The only downside was the customer service, it was nonexistent, very poor, and non-attentive. There was a lot of staff members working however not doing very much, other than talking to each other & sipping on refreshments, tables were unclean and unkept, customers were waiting a long while to be served and there was no attentiveness in providing good quality friendly customer service which was quite a shame and a disappointment.

Had a gorgeous time here on Saturday! Tasty food and especially wonderful service from Julia. She was super attentive and went the extra mile for my partner and I. Will definitely be back!

Aesthetics are cute. The mango lassi (drink) was good. Food not authentic, the portions are small. Curries are watery with boiled meat. Will not go again. £140 for 5 people- was NOT worth it.

Food was horrible, it had no Indian seasonings or even as little as salt, the roti was rock hard and stale and completely crumbled in your hands. The portions were small. The butter chicken was watery and not very good.

I had a lovely Friday lunch today. The food was tasty and the service was excellent. Our server Teo was attentive and informative

Still love this place😀 fixed meal was excellent

Supergod mat och väldigt cool miljö. Balanserade smaker och bra kunskap om allergier och glutenintolerans. Verkligen nöjda kul med gungorna

All glitz and no substance. Food was appallingly bland. No authentic taste. Not worth the hype. AVOID

Had much with family. Not bad. The best was the goan fish. Suggest don’t bother either lamb, wasn’t great at all. Good ambience. Friendly staff. We ordered Goan fish curry, fenugreek potato fries( cubed mind you not like fries) roti’s - was average. Lamb curry, gunpowder chicken was good and Dahl was as well. One desert and 2 non alcoholic drinks. Total bill was 74£. It was overall good.

Brilliant service. We went to 9 places at 5.30 in a Saturday in town and were turned away as we didn't have a booking. We had a baby to feed and no I one could accommodate except for the amazing concierge at Mowgli's. Thank you

Nothing close to indian food, just grind every vegetable and cook it for 5 mins, and your mowgli food will be ready. Literally there was only one guy taking order and serving at same he was nice though. But i wont recommend this place for indian food. Just nice decoration with some swing.

We have been to the Oxford branch so knew what to expect and we really enjoyed our lunch. Three different curries, not too large or heavy and completely different from the norm so well done and all piping hot. So the food great and the staff great but could we please have warm plates as ours were cold and the place wasn’t warm either, no heating, just so my food doesn’t go cold please because it’s all really great.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you love Indian food, this place is a must-visit! The flavors are absolutely authentic, with the perfect balance of spices and freshness. The butter chicken was rich and creamy, the biryani was perfectly cooked with fragrant spices, and the naan was soft and fresh from the tandoor. The service was warm and attentive, making the experience even better. Whether you’re a fan of mild or spicy dishes, there’s something for everyone here. Highly recommended!

Came here with a couple of friends on a Saturday evening. Ambience was lovely; the ropes and fairy lights between tables helped absorb sound so it wasn’t so noisy, and made our space feel more private/secluded. We each ordered the £25 sharing platter which consisted of yoghurt chat bombs, basmati rice, fenugreek kissed fries, roti breads, gunpowder chicken, mother butter chicken, mowgli paneer, temple dhal and the house lamb and chicken curries, plus mango/salted caramel ice cream for dessert. Everything was super tasty - we particularly enjoyed the gunpowder chicken and paneer curry. Portions were huge so I definitely think we could have got away with ordering 2 x sharing platters between the three of us! But always better to have too much food than not enough. Service was good, but I’ve knocked a star off because I dislike the trend of automatically adding a service charge to the bill.

My girlfriend and I had our first date at Mowgli a year ago on Saturday so we reenacted it and went again for our first anniversary! Melina and the other servers were so friendly! Lovely atmosphere, and perfect for dates! Loved that there was a whole vegan menu! The chaat bites are SUBLIME!!! I would come back for just them! Unfortunately I wasn’t a big fan of the Holy Chow, a mango curry served in half a white loaf. The daal was mediocre in my opinion, but my girlfriend enjoyed it with the Mowgli keema karma, which I found tasty as well! The coconut sorbet was delicious to finish on! Thanks for a lovely evening overall :)

Mowgli in St. Martin’s Square, Leicester, is a fantastic spot for anyone looking to enjoy Indian cuisine with a creative twist. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. The food is absolutely delicious, with unique and original takes on classic Indian dishes. If you’re in the area, Mowgli is definitely worth a visit!

Restaurant half empty offered the swings - nice idea but not for me. Asked to move to a more comfy table for 4 but advised as only a 2 was offered a small table under a tree. Ask why as restaurant not busy? And we had an event to go to so would not be dining for long. Server disappeared didn’t come back so we sat down. Not very welcoming! My daughter ask for a recommendation, a mild dish with chicken - we took the advice, dish arrived with chilli pepper slices all over it. No one came to do a satisfaction check so I swop dishes with her and we eat the food. The restaurant was cold I was glad to put my coat back on and leave. A gimmick style brand to be avoided.

Desafortunadamente debido a mi intolerancia alimentaria (que les había notificado al hacer la reserva) solo había un elemento en todo el menú que podría tener. Ni siquiera podía tener el arroz (que tenía semillas), pero el chef me hizo un lote sencillo desde cero. El pollo Gunpowder que tenía estaba delicioso y mi marido dijo que su pollo de mantequilla también lo estaba. Tenía ganas de comer aquí y el gerente va a sacar adelante mis comentarios para que ojalá pueda volver cuando tengan aceite de girasol para cocinar. Nuestro servidor Teo era excelente y trató de encontrar soluciones para nosotros. Tristemente no podemos dar más de 2 estrellas en esta ocasión, esperemos que para una segunda visita.

I love the atmosphere, and I love the food. But ironically, a restaurant with 10,000 lights has a special menu category for low-carbon-footprint dishes. 👣 😉😂🤣

We were lucky to get the swings table but everything went downhill after that. The atmosphere and decor was fabulous but the food was not as great. The treacle tamarind fries were too sweet, not much tamarind flavour. The mowgli keema karma and the mowgli paneer had the same flavour. The himalayan cheese toast was overpowered with cumin and the pickle was too salty. The ruby wrap was an open wrap with 3 pieces of paneer. The holy chow didn't have much flavour and was very disappointed with the presentation and flavours. The masala chai was more of an English tea with cinnamon flavour.

A beautiful restaurant, decked out in fairy lights creating a magical atmosphere. I had the Indian school curry set which has 3 different vegetarian curries. Each was wonderfully spiced and unique in taste. I also had a delicious rum cocktail. Overall a delicious and homely eating experience.

Really lovely restaurant, with a sparkling atmosphere. The food was delicious with an extensive gluten free menu. All the gluten free dishes were very nice and the variety was great. Would definitely eat here again. It’s so great to see a gluten free menu displayed outside alongside the other menus.

My wife and I went to Mowgli restaurant for a Valentine's Day dinner. The menu was £35 per person. The customer service was poor; the waitress rushed us and didn't give us enough time to decide. The food was overcooked, and the rice was very sticky. The curries lacked flour, and were not authentic. The portions were tiny, served in boxes, and we had to share. We were very disappointed.

Beautiful restaurant but food is very average and not very authentic

This place was amazing, we were struggling to find somewhere that was just easy and quick, and not too filling as we were a bit late to go out for lunch. Saying that you could get a decent sized meal here no problem. Every dish we had was so tasty and full of flavour, even the Mocktail I had, the cinnamon cola! We had the tamarin treacle fries, the gunpowder chicken, yoghurt chat bombs and roti. We will definitely be coming back here, the staff are friendly, the restaurant is really well setup and they are dog friendly. All in all 5 stars

Great vibe .. lovely lighting ... GREAT food ... not cheap though!!!

Amazing atmosphere and service. Really enjoyed the food too. Will be returning

Incredible food every single time! Staff always go above and beyond. 😊

I was visiting Leicester for the day and thought we would pop into the restaurant as it looked enchanting with all the pretty fairy lights. I loved the ambience in the restaurant. However the food was very disappointing. The food portions are very small and taste is mediocre. Being Asian this is not authentic Indian street food but adapted to suit the British pallet. The daal we ordered was bland. It was evident they had not added authentic spices and a proper tarkha. The rest of the curries all had the same base but changed the name of each dish but adding a few extra ingredients and I found the flavours disappointing. I looked around and I was the only Asian eating in the restaurant even though there is a high Asian population in Leicester which I understood why! If you’re going to claim it’s authentic Indian street food then you do need to ensure it is. I could certainly teach the chefs how to improve their dishes and I don’t even consider myself a skilled cook!

Friendly staff, really tasty food, decor is stunning. Highly recommend!

Mowgli ticked every box, all the staff were lovely and explained the menu really well. Food was amazing and the drinks were delicious, we’ll definitely be returning! 😉 Thanks for a great night Mowgli!

Fantastic experience at Mowgli, beautiful restaurant. Chat bombs are 10/10 out of experience, must try!

The food was really nice as usual. But I went here on Friday, I walked in, it was empty. A man came over to the door ,I asked if they were open. He shouted well obviously the doors are open. He asked if I was eating in I said yes. He gave me a menu. I asked for a gluten free menu. He threw the origina menu across the table . I felt very intimidated by him. It was only me and him on the restaurant floor. I tried to make conversation to not make more of am atmosphere. A few minutes later a female staff member came in. She was very nice.

Great food and good service especially if you like tapas style eating

Fantastic restaurant serving amazing food

Excelente restaurante gran ambiente que sirve comidas maravillosas hemos tenido muchos curry a lo largo de los años y este tiene que ser uno de los mejores que hemos tenido, los diferentes sabores eran exquisitos

Had a lovely meal here today with friends, staff and food amazing

Absolutely loved it, the food, the staff.. everything! The house lamb was so flavoursome. Would highly recommend!!

What a lovely restaurant! Thank you for looking after us team 💜

Great time, great food! Would definitely come again and recommend to friends!

We visited Mowgli, Leicester on New Years Eve and have been a few times before, we are never disappointed. Everything is amazing, the choice, the food quality, the taste, the cocktails, the ambience, the friendly staff, service and value for money. We had exceptional service by Logan and Liss. Thank you for a great evening Mowgli

Great food, great place. Great atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Great tasting food. Great ambiance

Starters were really good. Sadly the mains were not great. The butter chicken was bland & tasteless. Also quite watery which was a shame. Also no roti available. Service was ok . I know dogs are allowed but not on the seats. A couple had to move because a dog was on the seat next to them. I'm not anti dog but maybe not in this type of restaurant. Just seemed odd. For what you pay it was disappointing

Fuimos aquí para comer en familia entre Navidad y Año Nuevo. Me encantó. La comida era increíble, incluyendo un montón de opciones veganas para aquellos que necesitaban. Las bombas de chat de yogur fueron un delicioso estallido de sabor. Gracias a Will que tomó nuestras órdenes - divertido y hablador. Brilliant.

Had a wonderful Twixmas meal with family on the swing seats. Great food including catering so well for vegan members of group. Thanks to Will for being the stand out brilliant and funny waiting staff.

¡Absolutamente horrible! ¡Qué decepción! Lejos de cualquier cosa auténtica comida callejera india. El plato de la casa de cordero era fuerte en sabor fue bot fresco y se recalentó. Los roti estaban rancios de nuevo, no frescos, y el cristal era marrón sin patadas. Decepción real. Desperdicio completo de dinero y tiempo de viaje de 1 hora para experimentar

Food and service was 10/10 Anjali was great thank you!!