Prithvi Restaurant in Cheltenham

Fantastic, amazing food and service.

Wow! What a wonderful experience from start to finish. The staff are very friendly and professional. The food is absolutely delicious so many different tastes bursting through and presentation is first class. You will not be disappointed that’s for sure.

We must eat here every time we visit Cheltenham. This latest is our fourth. Need I say more?

Absolutely. Incredible. The food, service, attention to detail and overall experience was superb. Cannot recommend highly enough

One of the most enjoyable meals I have ever had. This was my first visit to Prithvi but my partner had been before - several years ago. It was a birthday treat, and wow...what a treat it was! Owner, Jay Rahman and his excellent chef Thomas Law should take credit for creating such a gastronomic gem in Cheltenham, which is now becoming a town full of Michelin quality places to eat. The 7-course tasting menu was stunning; covering the whole breadth of fish, meat and vegetarian dishes with subtle and unusual spice combinations. Take for example the biryani spiced goats' butter with the onion seed milk loaf; taking the ordinary to extraordinary. The Chettinad Cauliflower (black garlic, tamarind, puffed potatoes) was sublime with the crispy potato on top, hiding a stunning cauliflower puree/veloute below. And, the Chalk Stream Trout (curry beurre blanc, avruga caviar, pickled cucumber) with the just-cooked trout flesh married perfectly with curry spice and pickled veg. The food at Prithvi is imaginative, innovative, and cooked with precision and a deep knowledge of multiple styles. Truly amazing and worth a detour.

Wow!! This place is such an unexpected treasure. When you consider dining here, throw away all your preconceptions of Indian restaurants. Prithvi is very different. We dined here, early evening. Before arriving, we had already decided to eat off their 7-course "tasting" menu and we were not disappointed. This really should be called a 10-course tasting menu, with the selection of "snacks" that arrived first. The great beauty of this place is that not only are the portion sizes small enough to justify 10 courses, but the pronounced Asian/Indian/curry flavours are incredibly well woven into each dish. You can taste the spice. You can taste the curry. Unlike high street curry houses where the chilli heat of a dish can dominate, the dishes at Prithvi are delicate, refined, and flavourful, without requiring you to grab the nearest glass of iced water! Our snacks included crispy choux pastry, beef tartare, and charcoal bamboo! And if that wasn't intriguing enough, the gentle combinations of spice and smoke and salty caviar are just extraordinary. Even the onion seed milk loaf (with biryani spiced goats' butter) got me thinking. There was a background taste that I couldn't put my finger on. It was pleasant and unusual at the same time, and it reminded me of childhood medicine, But wow, it was great! The Chettinad Cauliflower (with black garlic, tamarind, puffed potatoes) was another absolute treat! The crispy puffed potatoes on top, covered a beautifully soft cauliflower puree, which had a stunning spicy, lemony taste. A brilliant combination! We enjoyed a bottle of Salemi Pinot Gris from New Zealand, which paired well with all the dishes leading up to the Cornbury park Venison (roast loin, aloo keema bhuna, smoked beetroot, blackberry), with which we enjoyed a fruity but full-ish bodied Italian Sangiovese. The Pineapple Sorbet (coriander, chaat masala, basmati rice) probably had the greatest contrast of flavours (pineapple and coriander) but it was very refreshing and you could still enjoy the individual flavours; separately and mixed. Prithvi is not your standard Indian restaurant; the range of dishes and the pricing will clearly show that. So, its somewhere to go for a treat (if you have either of the tasting menus) or more regularly if you choose to eat off their a la carte menu.

Another wonderful dinner. Haven’t been for the best part of a year but still the staff remembered us. Amazing food and service.

A special place for special times. Excellent. Thank you Jay and the team.

We have been going to Prithvi for years but sadly it had been some months since our last visit: everything was as superb as ever - in fact possibly even better! Faultless on all counts.

Fantastic creative indian cuisine.

As always. A great evening. Food (tasting menu) was excellent, old and new items. Wine pairing by Roberto was a delightful and an education. Service from Martha professional and fun.

I've been going to Prithv for years and it never disappoints. All the accolades it receives are truly deserved. A warm welcome, excellent service and food, what more could you ask for?

The staff are always attentive without being intrusive, and very well informed. Food delicious as always with a few new twists .

Fantastic service, lovely atmosphere, food a little expensive but very tasty! Lovely place for a special treat.

Not been for a while, We had the 5 course taster menu, which was a joy, fantastic food combinations. The spices were subtle but built up to a lovely heat. The food was so light, things that looked stodgy was like eating featherweight food. I dont know how they got the bread so light and airy. I dont normally like puddings but the strawberry mascarpone was delicious, not too sweet either. Drinks on the expensive side like most restaurants of today. The only downside is the terrible jazzy music in the background - please change it!

From the moment we walked in, we were made to feel we were the only ones in the restaurant. The staff were informative and knew absolutely everything about the dishes. They were very welcoming and friendly. The food was the absolutely amazing and the presentation was so beautifully done. The meal was worth every penny and we will definitely be going again. Definitely recommend. Fabulous restaurant!

Amazing food impeccably served had an gorgeous lunch. We will be back. It was very quiet hence the score for atmosphere.

I had the best experience at Prithvi. The restaurant is beautiful and has a lovely atmosphere. The staff are attentive and kind and don't make you feel rushed to leave. The food is incredible. We couldn't fault any of it at all. Thank you so much for such an unforgettable experience!

Although prithvi claims to be an indian restaurant the actual amount of Indian influence is not much. A venison dish with blackberry and beetroot and a jus although very nice is not made Indian by adding basmati rice ! An ox cheek tortellini is not made Indian by adding some Indian seasoning . The chalk strewn trout was beautifully cooked in a curry beurre blanc but the sauce was so overpowering you couldn’t taste the trout. Everyone was cooked beautifully apart from the pasta which was to thick and over worked but it isn’t an Indian restaurant.

Five course banquet with two friends. Never fails to impress and delight. Each dish is a work of art to look at, expertly described and then surprises with its flavours and contrasting textures. The venison was my highlight. By far the best eating in Cheltenham.

The lunch menu is phenomenal value for money. £32 for two courses but also includes three amuse-bouche and a delicious homemade bread and butter, just another £5 to also include a dessert. Cocktails are excellent and the wine list is very good. We'll certainly be back but for dinner next time to try the 7 course tasting menu. Not sure how Prithvi doesn't haven't a Michelin star yet.

Absolutely blown away by the food and service at Prithvi. We’ve experienced many tasting menus and this is definitely one the best. I can’t quite believe they haven’t yet earned a Michelin ⭐️

Thanks to Jay and his fabulous team for yet another wonderful dinner at Prithvi. As well as sumptuous food, the eye for detail in servicdd Ed makes it second to none.

This was my first visit to Prithvi and it was a very special and enjoyable experience. We were made very welcome on arrival. All the staff were delightful and the food and wine was superb.

Exceptional food and service. A very high end fusion of Indian flavours and modern British cooking.

The food was amazing, a riot of flavours in your mouth but not too overpowering either. The mood lighting made it a little dark in our booth making it difficult to see the colour of our food, but apart from that the people were amazing and really friendly staff.

Absolutely perfect, amazing food and the very best service from professional but friendly staff. Such a special experience every time we visit.

Not only was the food in the seven course tasting menu absolutely wonderful the warm welcome from the professional staff made our evening extra special.

As usual, a fantastic meal and service at Prithvi. We went for the tasting menu, however, I opted for the 'wine flight' and it was very, very disappointing! At £90, I could have bought a nice bottle of wine but instead I was served some very ordinary and obscure stuff, 2 of which were completely undrinkable. Please review your offering and provide more palatable wines.

One of the best dining experiences I have ever had! Food was excellent from start to finish, and service was outstanding. When we are back in the Cotswolds we will go again, and we would recommend this to everyone. Perfection!

Just the best evening, as always! So lovely to be back. Thank you.

This was the best restaurant experience for me. I often dine in so many restaurants, my job is to prospect Michelin star restaurants to partnership with the company I represent. The venue is elegant, unique. The team is genuinely polite and approachable, service is luxury no matter who you are. The food is a rare representation of a niche lush cuisine paired with artistry. The manager Marta is a credit to the business. Team work at its best. Worth every penny. Recommend 💯 Thank you Prithvi. Will return soon.

Prithvi is THE most SENSATIONAL restaurant. From the warm welcome on arrival to the best possible service throughout the meal, we felt relaxed immediately. There was not a spare seat in the house and it is not hard top understand why. The cocktails were well blended. The food was incredible and an absolute feast for the tastebuds. Highly recommended. We will be back soon! Jane, Peter, Tom & Tristan

My husband and I had lunch at Pritvi and everything was absolutely amazing and delicious. We never had experienced such high-quality food before. This is a must-visit restaurant when you're in Cheltenham.

Excellent food and service, South Asian at its best

My wife and I have been lucky enough to have eaten in fine dining restaurants all over the world, if you asked us for our favourite it would be Prithvi all day long .

An absolutely delightful experience Outstanding

Another visit to Prithvi and still in my view worth 5 stars across the board. Well worth a visit.

Prithvi has the wow factor in every department with superb tasting menus, slick but charming service, relaxed ambience and stylish decor. The staff ensure you have a wonderful experience, we cannot wait to return!

A splendid meal out with family. Delicious,unexpected food with very subtle spices. Excellent friendly staff without being too obsequious.

A superb evening, faultless. The food, service and atmosphere were second to none and the leaving gift of a small (delicious) chocolate torte to celebrate our wedding anniversary was an extra special touch. Thank you!

Prithvi consistently exceeds all expectations. The seven courses didn’t have one weak point, which is rare for a tasting menu anywhere. This restaurant should be a must for anyone visiting Cheltenham. We locals are very lucky.

Four of us had a wonderful experience of the seven course tasting menu. The presentation and the flavours were amazing! They happily substituted two courses for one of our group who can’t eat fish. Many thanks

A truly special experience, excellent food, wonderful service.

Drink order was slightly slow but overall experience was lovely

Absolutely fantastic restaurant, my fiancé took me here as a birthday treat. The food was so delicious with flavours that melt and tantalise your taste buds like you've never had before! Staff were very attentive and welcoming. 5/5 experience in fine dining, a first for us, but definitely not the last!

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A brilliant experience that could not be faulted

Had a great night, beautiful food, will def go again!

Prithvi is my fauvourite restaurant in Cheltenham. The venue is lovely, and the service is immaculate and the food is divine.

Excellent evening with very good food and service as we have come to expect. Thank you

Fabulous Cheltenham restaurant, 3rd time I have been as I live in London, or would go more often. Perfectly spiced food, quality compares better than any Michelin starred top restaurant in London. Would recommend to anyone who wants a special meal and service to visit

After returning 10years on they did not disappoint! Still the best meal we have ever had. Service impeccable and food out of this world. Will return again.

Amazing food, drinks and great service.

Simply superb from start to finish. We enjoyed the 7 course tasting menu, not only truly tasty but beautiful to see too. Lovely friendly staff.

Really little to say except luncheon was perfect. A 5 course tasting menu was a delight . Amazing flavours and presentation. Service was second to none, friendly professional and unobtrusive. Loved it 100%

We went with friends to try the seven course tasting menu. It was a wonderful experience. Every mouthful was sublime. It wasn’t too much - we came out feeling we had had a wonderful meal.

The food is beautiful, every mouthful a flavour burst. Staff really friendly and welcoming. Lovely atmosphere.

Consistently great food and service. Simply the best !!!

Everything we ate had exquisite flavours. A superb meal all round.

Been to Prithvi a few years back before their move to the hotel. I remember it being pretty good, wasn't as fancy as it is now but food was good. In my opinion, there as been a drop in taste and increase of everything else. Got tempted back with their 25% off discount advertised but still felt it was too much money for what was offered. Service was good, a little too professional and less personal.

This was a very special place to visit. The food combined an amazing and subtle combination of flavours, textures and aromas on the palate . It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience and huge thanks to everyone involved.

Perfect as always. Beautiful food and very thoughtful and attentive staff

Absolutely wonderful. We came here for a birthday celebration and had the most fabulous evening. The food, atmosphere and service were top notch.

The evening was absolutely first class , in every way . 🏆

Amazing food. Taste sensation. Service is impeccable. Atmosphere is spot on. Enjoy!

First visit for us, but not the last! Absolutely loved the place, service and obviously the food. Fabulous experience and very special

Prithvi is one of Cheltenham’s finest restaurants and deservedly so. From the warm welcome through a charming and beautiful restaurant, the time spent at Prithvi is to cherish. The service is attentive, skilled, friendly and just right. I say this as in some restaurants you can feel overwhelmed and pestered . We went for the a la cart menu, the tasting menu, of five or seven courses, has to be for all of you; obviously for serving . What I wasn’t expecting was five extra treats / courses with our meal. These were both beautiful and delicious. The star was the sourdough pillows with cod’s roe presented on coral. I think this meal was quite wonderful, possibly in my top ten dining experiences. You can keep your underwater flashy Dubai restaurants and soulless dining spaces ( so the dining experience is pure) . Prithvi has everything plus an excellent wine list. We shall definitely be returning soon. Well done Prithvi

Prithvi is one of Cheltenham’s finest restaurants and deservedly so. From the warm welcome through a charming and beautiful restaurant, the time spent at Prithvi is to cherish. The service is attentive, skilled, friendly and just right. I say this as in some restaurants you can feel overwhelmed and pestered . We went for the a la cart menu, the tasting menu, of five or seven courses, has to be for all of you; obviously for serving . What I wasn’t expecting was five extra treats / courses with our meal. These were both beautiful and delicious. The star was the sourdough pillows with cod’s roe presented on coral. I think this meal was quite wonderful, possibly in my top ten dining experiences. You can keep your underwater flashy Dubai restaurants and soulless dining spaces ( so the dining experience is pure) . Prithvi has everything plus an excellent wine list. We shall definitely be returning soon. Well done Prithvi

An exceptional evening! Superb service and absolutely exquisite food from the 5 course Tasting menu

I can honestly say that I have never been to a restaurant like this. The food was amazing all the courses complimented each other and the taste infusion was unbelievable. The ambience and staff were the best I have experienced and the blonde waitress in particular was friendly warm and funny in a professional way. This is probably the best restaurant I have ever been to. Thank you!

Great food with a great team in the restaurant - will definitely come back.

We came the other night for a celebration and had the 7 course taster. Every course was fantastic, but favourites had to be the lamb, the cauliflower and a special mention for the mini tacos at the start! Jay was awesome and really hospitable, as was the sommelier, whose name I sadly didn't catch, but who chatted wine with me for a bit, with some additional reccs to try out as I try to branch out into whites. All of the staff are really friendly and helpful. The restaurant also has a really warm intimate feel to it, the booths especially. All in all an amazing experience and definitely up there with a few of the starred places we have been to. Have to assume it will only be a matter of time!

The 7 course tasting menu was delicious!!

From the moment to arrived with happy smiling faces of the staff we had a wonderful evening eating superb food with an Indian twist. We visited last year for the first time & we were blown away by the food & staff. So we chose to rebook for our anniversary this year. We 🩷Martha. She made us feel welcome and joked with us all evening and we felt the same last year. She is a wonderful asset to your team. Once again the food was outstanding. It should be Michelin starred. Pictures on a plate but the flavours are beyond superb. You are now our favourite restaurant. We’ve eaten at many. We will be back.

Haven't been for a while.Yesterday had lunch menu and the food was outstanding.a profusion of tastes and colours.service impeccable but not intrusive.atmosphere tranquil and calm.my wife loved the creme brulee.will be back next month.Thanks Jay and team

As expected from previous experience, a delightful lunch was enjoyed by us with the usual Prithvi surprises.

Each course of the 7 course tasting menu was original, beautifully presented, immaculately served and utterly delicious (as were the 3 amuse bouches). We had sampled the tasting menu acouple of months previously (with the same enthusiasm) and no dish was repeated this time. A great experience.

I special night out. This restaurant delivers above and beyond. Exquisite combinations of tastes and aromas. Our whole party of 4 were impressed.

It is sadly some time since I visited Prithvi and I was looking forward to the experience as I was certain that times and food had moved on as they do. The experience was terrific, every little detail was attended to and the food was outstanding. No wonder Prithvi stays No 1 on the Cheltenham food scene. I will not be leaving much time before visiting this superb restaurant in the future. Well done to the entire team, great.

What a wonderful night - a cacophony of flavours and spicing throughout the experience (we had the 7 course menu) coupled with a great wine selection. All the staff were attentive without being in your face and the pace of service was just right. Our friends can not understand how this is not a Michelin star restaurant

We were warmly greeted. Service was excellent without being obtrusive. The amuse bouche were delightful! In fact all the food was delicious. The wine was good but expensive!

Absolutely brilliant Best restaurant in Cheltenham bar non

Could not fault food or service.

We had a set menu 3 couse lunch. It was absolutely gorgeous. Good and service out of this world.

We had a great evening. The tasting menu courses were all different and delicious subtle flavours. The wines were also varied and interesting.

We were celebrating a birthday and chose the 7 course tasting menu. Everything about the experience was perfect. The food is delicious and presented so beautifully. Exceptional service from everyone.

A fantastic dining experience, beautifully flavoured food, immaculate service and a great atmosphere. Thoroughly recommended

Another delightful evening at Prithvi - this resturant never fails to deliver. An attentive, professional team serving utterly exquisite and beautifully prepared dishes. If I had to pick a fault ... no, can't actually think of anything. Faultless.

Wonderful evening, great decor and ambience, friendly, fun staff and delicious, clever and delightful food. Looking forward to our next visit already.

No pretentiousness. Just exceptional food, served by attentive and polite front of house staff. A triumph of Indian cuisine.

We had the vegetarian lunch menu. Every mouthful was a new and wonderful experience. An incredible approach to Indian cuisine. High class service, felt very spoilt and special.

Amazing! A very warm welcome awaits at Prithvi. The maitre d’ Marta made us feel very special by suggesting we sat in a cozy booth near the window. Great spot. The ambiance and background music were wonderful. The decor very much on point. And now the food! Speechless! So so good, words cannot do it justice. The 3, yes 3, amuse-Bouche was sublime. Spicy chickpea taco, miniature doughnut with date jam and chicken praline, cod and trout roe parcels. A bread bun so light it was more like a soufflé. Starters, for me spicy duck breast with pomegranate and for my wife Fish stuffed ravioli. For mains Turbot and Lamb. Desert Strawberry and cheese plate. Special thanks to the chef, kitchen staff and very attentive waiter and waitresses.

Exceptional service, delicious food.

Firstly, I'd just like to say a massive thank you to the Prithvi team, who really are one-of-a-kind. Everyone greets you with a warm and welcoming smile, which continues right through to the end of service. And the food? Wow. Everything was delicious! There were so many intricate Indian-inspired flavours that just got better as the evening went on. P.S. We will definitely be returning for more of this picture-perfect dessert... yum!!!

Exquisite food, impeccable service.

After 9 years , still one of our favourite places to dine. We live in Manchester and visit 3-4 times p.a. Always made to feel extremely welcome by all staff . Chose a la carte 3 course lunch. All tasty and generous portions. Wine choice is good. Not too lengthy.

Just the best Indian food you’ll ever eat. Service great, ambience tasteful, 100/100 experience. Particularly recommend the a la carte duck starter and Carver Chicken main. The 3 pre starters were amazing.

The food and service was fabulous

An incredible dining experience for my husband’s birthday. The staff were so friendly and charismatic, we were made to feel very welcome with all of the small details taken care of. The food was amazing, with tasters from the kitchen adding to a fantastic dining experience. We all enjoyed every single course, the food was beautifully presented and a taste sensation. The birthday cake was such a lovely gesture and gratefully received. We would highly recommend this restaurant and will certainly be returning and telling everyone to treat themselves to a visit, as it is so worth it.