Rajasthan Restaurant in City of London, Westminster

City institution and a cracking ruby. Expensive though

Good Indian in the city - not many of them. Looked after me and my friends well.

I went to this restaurant because I assumed it would serve Rajasthani food, however it was disappointing because there was nothing from Rajasthanian food beside name. More ethical and behaviour training is required for the staff. Look like its a family run business. All the members minding their own business. The food was pricey, and the quality was poor. This is not a restaurant I would recommend for lunch or dinner.

Qué refrescante vista después de unos años fuera - el interior sagrado del Rajastán original. Impresionante ver el lugar lleno a las 12. 30 un miércoles también. Aparecimos en la especificación y nos encontraron una de las pocas mesas sin reservas disponibles. Biryani, pollo al ajo y chile acompañado de una deliciosa variedad de guarniciones y bañado con un kulfi limpiador de paladar. La mejor manera de pasar un miércoles a la hora del almuerzo imho!

The Manager Tuhen was very welcoming and made suggestions of food choices. All the staff are very friendly and the chef Nurul really tested our taste buds it was amazing food. I would definitely go there again and recommend it. Good quality food at easonable price.

I'm not a massive fan of Indian food, but the food here was amazing! I would recommend for anyone.

Disgusting just walked past the one of the members of staff throwing filthy water into the street from the steps

I visited this evening - the food was excellent and the service was great. We were also offered a complimentary limoncello after our meals. I’d definitely recommend this restaurant.

Amazing food, would highly recommend to any curry lovers, especially the slow cooked lamb tikka madras.

Amazing team meal, great service and food was incredible

Got a late meal after seeing a show at Cadogan Hall (staying at Premier Inn nearby to restaurant). It was quiet, wait staff attentive but not intrusive, food for was quick and absolutely delicious and great value for money.

The Rajasthan, just outside Monument tube station, is in a time warp as this traditional City curry house, which unsurprisingly curries favour with Cityfolk, who tend to become increasingly raucous through the meal. Don't be fooled, this restaurant has little to do with Rajasthan, or even India. It may pretend to be Indian food but it's entirely run by Bangladeshis, so their influence in the cooking is unmistakable. For example, the curries tend to be significantly sweeter and contain more gravy and oil than traditional Indian cooking. It should also be remembered that Rajasthan may be known for its colours - but it's certainly not known for its food. But without wanting to nitpick too much, if you're with a bunch of friends, you *may* well have a good time. The staff here certainly excel at plonking down the Cobras, making sure that any diner's glass that is less than 80% full - gets topped up with alacrity. Between the six of us we tried the chicken do piaza, saag gosht, both passable - but not really traditionally Indian. I'd have to say the naans were excellent. As were the Cobras.

El Rajastán, a las afueras de la estación de metro de Monument, está en una distorsión del tiempo como esta casa de curry tradicional de la ciudad, que no es sorprendente que se gane el favor de la gente de la ciudad, que tienden a ser cada vez más estridentes a través de la comida. No te dejes engañar, este restaurante tiene poco que ver con Rajasthan, o incluso India. Puede que pretenda ser comida india pero está enteramente dirigida por Bangladesh, así que su influencia en la cocina es inconfundible. Por ejemplo, los currys tienden a ser significativamente más dulces y contienen más salsa y aceite que la cocina tradicional india. También hay que recordar que Rajastán puede ser conocido por sus colores, pero ciertamente no es conocido por su comida. Pero sin querer burlarte demasiado, si estás con un montón de amigos, *puede* que lo pases bien. El personal de aquí ciertamente se destaca en el aplomo de las Cobras, asegurándose de que cualquier vaso del comensal que sea menos del 80% lleno - se llena con alacridad. Entre los seis de nosotros probamos el pollo do piaza, saag gosht, ambos pasables - pero no realmente tradicionalmente indio. Tendría que decir que los naans eran excelentes. Al igual que los Cobras.

A very popular and busy London restaurant. I have been served extremely efficiently though, the fastest service ever. The food is very high quality, the staff are rushing about serving everyone so don't really have time to chat I guess but still pleasant etc. will defo come back here. I read some of the low reviews and I guess if your local Indian staff stop and chat etc. and also take their time and let you sit for an hour or two, this would be a different experience , but it's London and the way it is. It isn't expensive, the staff are pleasant and the food is excellent throughout.

Prima Indiaas eten, let op als ze zeggen dat spicy is dan bedoelde ze bloed heet. Menu is uitgebreid, maar de bediening is wat oodringering qua bestellen. Gewoon aangeven dat je nog wat tijd nodig hebt dan is het OK.

Sigue siendo mi restaurante indio favorito en la ciudad, como lo ha sido durante más de 20 años. A mí y a todos los colegas con los que he trabajado durante muchos años nos encanta venir aquí.

One of the finest Indian cuisine in London by far, experience of last 18 years for both lunch and dinner. Consistently high tasty food served with great service! Recently they are celebrating their Silver Jubilee! Huge Congratulations!!!

Thank you for the lovely diner! Second time I enjoyed diner here with my old friend from London, all the way from Holland! 25 years of celebration! See u next time!

Delicious food, great service and a friendly atmosphere. Would recommend if you're in the are for a curry!

Rude staff, bland food. No spice. No authentic masala tea. Food came out cold. Severely overpriced. There’s a minimum charge so they force you to order a lot. There are better Indian restaurants in walking distance.

Ha bajado colina muy mal. Por lo general muy confiable y de buena calidad india. Anoche fue muy pobre. Currys aceitosos, daal no comestible. No bebimos y la cuenta de 3 era de £ 130. Buscaremos en otra parte en el futuro.

In central London, i am pretty sure this is the best Indian restaurant in terms of warm Hospitality. Food is super tasty... What is more wonderful is the best behaviour from the staffs and owner. Love it! Will come back again and again!❤️🌸😘

Traveled to London with my family and decided to try this place out. We eat Indian food quite often in the states, and I've eaten at other Indian food restaurants in London as well as other England cities. I can honestly say, this was the best Indian food I've ever tasted. All 3 meals and the appetizers we ordered were outstanding. It was so good, I had to tell the manager or owner (not sure if he was both). Service was great as well. If I ever travel back to London, I'll make a point to eat here again. Thanks.

I have been coming to the Rajasthan for over 15 years and all that time the standard of the food and the service have been exemplary. The staff have always taken care of us. When it comes to the food I would recommend the slow cooked lamb dishes from the Lamb Rezala through to hottest Lamb Vindaloo. The other dish I would recommend would be the Jhinga Achari (prawn dish). The curry that comes with this dish is simply delicious. It's not a hot dish but very tasty!!!!! The biriyani is pretty good too. When it comes to beers they stock both Cobra and Kingfisher. My personal choice would be Kingfisher as it just has a crisp clean taste to it. If you're a good boy then you will be offered a post meal drink. What's not to like. Get down there and experience it. UPDATE: 11 July 2024. Just come here tonight and the curry was superb. The whole group enjoyed their curries. The standards are still superb sir.

Chicken masala is delicious. It comes out on a piping hot plate and you can share it with us. It's spicy, but not too spicy, just right. The naan is freshly baked and fluffy. The refillable items are also delicious. It was full of locals at lunchtime.

I recently dined here and I wish could give zero stars for service, unfortunately, my experience was quite disappointing. It was a hot day when we entered the restaurant, having brown skin we were offered corner table despite the restaurant was not busy maybe they didn't wanted to spoil their aesthetic. They created unpleasant atmosphere indicating to leave the restaurant. While, I was having a bite of poppadom from my plate they shifted my plate. They were waiting for us to finish the food and roaming continuously to grab plates from table, it was unpleasant dining experience, their staff interrupted us during our meal multiple time.. I felt extremely discriminated here. I won't be returning here and would not recommend it to others. There are much better dining options in the area.

Best Indian restaurant in town, highly recommend. Friendly staff and great food.

My partner and I are in London for just a few days, we were told by multiple people that the Indian food here is delicious, so we decided to dine at The Rajasthan. The food was so delicious! I typically do not handle spicy food well, which I shared with our waiter, and he recommended a delicious dish. My partner on the other hand loves spicy food, and another great recommendation was made. On top of the delicious food, the staff was so attentive and kind, in addition to offering their recommendations on the menu items they checked up on us multiple times and and cleared the table as fast as possible after a dish was finished. Highly recommend stopping here if you want a delicious Indian meal!

We were here a few years ago and had a memorable meal. Searched it out again today and we loved it again! Can highly recommend the quality food and professional service

Exquisite food, complementary digestives, really enjoyable experience

Excellent, complimentary amaretto

No Rajasthani delicacy. Very few vegetarian options

A fantastic menu and the food was delicious. Staff were very welcoming and friendly. Will definitely eat here again. Greetings from Germany 😋😊

Food was very tasty, service was very attentive and friendly. Gladly again :)

Had a cracking works do curry night here. Food excellent , all good.

Listen folks, I had this lamb rezala at an Indian joint, and let me tell you, it was yuge! The flavors, the tenderness, it was like winning the culinary lottery, believe me. People are saying it's the best rezala they've ever tasted, and you know what? They're right! If you want to make your taste buds great again, this is the place to be, folks. Absolutely tremendous!

Have been coming to the Raj for about 15 years. The best curry house around!

Best curry in the city and the staff are very friendly and attentive. I would highly recommend the slow cooked lamb jalfrezi - spicy and delicious.

I am a regular at this restaurant, as it is close to office and a good place to catch up with friends and colleagues over some very nice indian food. The staff goes above and beyond to cater for a friend of mine with special dietary requirements. They are always very polite, service is fast even when the restaurant is full, and the limoncello on the house at the end of the meal a nice option.

Very warm welcome and the food is good. The staff takes great care I highly recommend

I’ve been dining here for maybe 10 years and have must have visited on at least 50 occasions. There’s a reason for that. The food’s delicious. A friend of mine and discerning gourmand if ever there was one has been known on occasion to indulge in a solo lunchtime meal he enjoys it so much. I normally opt for the slow cooked Lamb Jalfrezi or slow cooked lamb Rezalla and definitely recommend both. If you’re looking for a proper fill-up I’d also recommend the Onion Bhajis. These have a subtle aniseed flavour which I’m guessing is fennel. Finally, my go-to beverage of choice at the Raj is lager. There are two options – Kingfisher and Cobra. What’s not to like about that? Tasty!

Genuinely the worst Indian restaurant I have ever been to. Food was terrible, we barely ate any of it. The butter chicken is a god awful creamy mess - disgusting. The waiting staff cannot stand still and are constantly walking around the restaurant trying to act busy, and end up interrupting you every couple of minutes. They moved plates around on our table for no reason a few minutes after putting the food down. Every time I had a sip of beer they topped my glass up. Felt like they were just trying to get the food and drink in you as quickly as possible so you would buy more or leave the restaurant. Due to the layout of the tables, it is cramped inside and the staff knock your chair each time they walk past you, which is every 30 seconds because of this weird non-stop overbearing 'service'. Cannot understand the positive reviews - truly atrocious food & experience.

Best Indian restaurant in London!

Excellent food, excellent service and lovely people

Every time we come to Rajasthan we are treated so well and it’s such a pleasurable experience. The food is always good, and the staff is very accommodating.

The service is very good and so is the food. I had a very enjoyable experience. I would definitely recommend.

Amazing Indian ! Best food ever

The food was excellent and very good quality and the atmosphere was nice and warm service was good and I didn't have nothing to bad say about the food and restaurant looking forward to going back there soon with friends and family again.

The food was great and very good service!

First time eating Indian food and I loved it! The lamb korma was incredible good and the tandoori mix was really good as well. The service was excellent!

The staff are friendly and the food tastes great. I found this restaurant by chance while going from St. Paul's Cathedral to the Tower of London, and it was really nice.

Very nice, very good. I recommend 100%

I have now visited this restaurant and its neighbour, number 2. Both are great restaurants, great customer service and good value for money. Well wotth a visit.

Great food, great service, mixed starter is fantastic.

This was so great. The food was tasty, very friendly staff. The most amazing thing was, that the boss remembered my colleague, who was visiting the restaurant 15 years ago frequently, by name. Will be my favorite when visiting London more often!

We arrived quite late but they seated us and we proceeded to order. The food was actually quite good and, whilst not cheap, fair enough given the location. The problem was that as the clock got close to eleven, one of the waiting staff turned into an arse - telling us the they shut at eleven and we should hurry up and go home. I stress this was one guy and the other staff were smiley enough (but did nothing about their rude colleague). I checked my Apple wallet this morning and I paid at 10:55, so it’s not like we were burning the midnight oil. Shame really because, as I said, the food was pretty good. But I won’t tolerate being treated like an inconvenience instead of a customer, so I won’t be back.

I’ve been coming here since 2006. I know the staff very well the food and service is always good. I’m surprised there are reviews mentioning the price. It’s the city of london and I still feel it is well priced for the city too. No complaints from me. Taken so many friends here and never had any issues. Great restaurant. I love the mango chutney and the Keema naan

Highly recommend the Rajasthan. Delicious fresh food and attentive friendly service even though the restaurant was busy. We had chicken tikka, lamb rogan josh, chicken jalfrezi, dhal, pilau rice and naan. Everything was perfectly cooked and each dish had its own flavour. The restaurant was clean and dishes are well priced.

Don’t like the service the guy has big ego

Regular as this place. Friendly and hospitable staff. The slow cooked lamb biriyani was exemplary and is a must try. The chicken chaat was also very good. Loved the complementary drinks as well.

Tasty indian food, lovely and friendly service and good ambience.

I went to the Rajasthan in Monument for an evening meal, the atmosphere was very pleasant and relaxed, the staff were very attentive, I had chicken bhuna with pillau rice and thoroughly enjoyed it, I'm sure I'll go there again.

Been going there for nearly 10 years, always a great meal and helpful service. They aren’t the friendliest - but they do the job! Lovely food.

Great lunch, always have a brilliant food experience here. Even got a celebratory ice cream for my 40th Birthday. Would recommend staff are friendly and food is delicious.

I've just finished my lamb biryani, excellent food and service, usually I have the chicken bhuna which is also a lovely dish here..

Had the Lamb Jalfrezi, the meat melted in the mouth and the sauce was the richest I have ever tasted. Brilliant service with a smile and amazing presentation of the restaurant.

Our visit on the 8th February We have been going to the Rajasthan on a regular basis for some time and we have always found the food and service excellent and would not hesitate to recommend it. Tony Hickey

Good food. The garlic naan bread was fresh and superb. An excellent chicken dhansak with a good sauce. Could have been just a little spicier to balance the sweetness. Service was good. This place gets busy so go early if you can.

Rajasthan is an institution! We have been coming here for many years - the food is excellent and the staff are friendly and attentive. Nothing is too much trouble and the Garlic Chilli Chicken is the best I have ever had. I would wholeheartedly recommend this place to everyone - you will not be disappointed!

Have been coming to this restaurant for many years. The service is excellent and the food is absolutely fantastic. Portion sizes are very generous and all dishes are extremely flavoursome. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone that appreciates this cuisine. A Michelin star beckons!!

Fantastic food and service which is why I have been continually returned for over 15 years. The best Indian restaurant in London bar none.

This is the best Indian restaurant I have been to. The staff are so great and the dishes are all spot on. I cannot recommend enough!

Great indian restaurant. The food was fabulous. It's better than any i've had in Bricklane. Very friendly staff and management.

Decent ..hard to find a good indian in town but this ticks the boxes

Went for a work Christmas lunch, 22 of us and it was chaos. We didn't get served for an hour (we had pre-booked). During that time they just kept giving out beers when people didn't even want them so guess want the alcohol bill was HUGE. We specified £25 per head and asked for a range of dishes with vegetarian and non-dairy included. We got ONE vegan dish and several spinach dishes that was it for that and then lots of only 2 variations on tomato based meat dishes. Plain naan and rice and guess what it was over £25 per head.

Went with a group of around 10. We had pre-booked so they were aware of the size. Found a hair in the food but they didn’t bother to take it seriously. The waiter covered the hair with a naan! A naan….The plate was stained too. Food average. No salt or seasoning. Atmosphere average. The waiters were quite abrupt and rude. They didn’t listen to anything. I tried to tell them about the hair but was ignored. I asked for extra pilau and the waiter said, “he ordered for you” but everyone was ordering their own dishes. They were taking food items away that weren’t finished. When asking about allergies, they just pointed to the menu and said, “that”. Avoid.

Night out with 8 friends finishing off with a curry. Excellent service, and my Lamb Naga, vindaloo hot was possibly the tastiest curry ever eaten. Impossible to fault

As always perfect to have dinner or launch, food was amazing staff was very friendly. We enjoyed lots we come back again and also recommend to everyone

Still amazing after three years away Had my first Rajasthan curry since lockdown and the quality was as best. The obvious choice of Cobra complimented the popadums and excellent pickles entirely. A mixed starter of Vegetarian and Tandoori platters showcased the lovely Sheek kebab, Tandoori Lamb and the extraordinary house Onion Bhaji. Main courses in our group included the special Lamb and Chicken complete with Chapati-style pastry cases and spicy interior but the winner for me was the Special lamb rogan , which is seriously one of the best curries I’ve ever eaten. Service was excellent as ever. Will definitely not be waiting long to return.

10/10 complete meal One of the best lunch, dining experience had in a long time, Food & Beverage was delicious…….! We started the traditional way, Indian Larger Poppadom and Chutney awakened my tastebuds, tried Spicy Poppadoms whilst waiting for our starters nice, and unique full of flavour, recommended the King Prawn Puri was so delicious, amazingly succulent tender very tasty, was very impressed with the signature Mix starter full of flavour medium based enjoyed spices delightfuly ingredients infused put together pure heaven, then with the main course, enjoying my favourite, chicken Tikka Masala , we shared variety of Cheese Cakes, staff was so attentive and friendly my colleagues, loved the Fresh leaf Mint Tea, Royal Coffee, port, and a wonderful after complementary Drink. With highly Recommended

10/10 Rajasthan complete meal One of the best lunch, dining experience had in a long time, Food & Beverage was delicious…….! We started the traditional way, Indian Larger Poppadom and Chutney awakened my tastebuds, tried Spicy Poppadoms whilst waiting for our starters nice, and unique full of flavour, recommended the King Prawn Puri was so delicious, amazingly succulent tender very tasty, was very impressed with the signature Mix starter full of flavour medium based enjoyed spices delightfuly ingredients infused put together pure heaven, then with the main course, enjoying my favourite, chicken Tikka Masala , we shared variety of Cheese Cakes, staff was so attentive and friendly my colleagues, loved the Fresh leaf Mint Tea, Royal Coffee, port, and a wonderful after complementary Drink. With highly Recommended

Had a fantastic authentic meal at a decent price for the location. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff

Excellent restaurant near the Tower of London. A lunchtime restaurant for business. Great service and food. The Madras was spicy but tasty and the Korma mild and tasty. Cost was in line with restaurants in London.

I been with my family for dinner and it was fantastic food. The price was very affordable.Alam was delivering fantastic customer service always make sure tables were clean and plates removed ask if would like anything else like drinks desserts 💯.

Very special service. Food was awesome. Waiter were very friendly. I had paneer Tikka korai and it was fantastic. I recommend the restaurant.

Walked in with my family hoping to have a great meal. Walker in and ordered our drinks and as soon as we went to order our appetizers we asked “Is there an vegetarian option for appetizers?” The waiter responded disrespectfully and said “Just because this restaurant is called Rajasthan we don’t serve that many vegetarian options only main courses”. As soon as he said that he walked to his other workers and started talking to them about us. I don’t recommend this restaurant to others and the workers are disrespectful .

Worst experience … pls avoid this restaurant.. very poor service and bad behaviour of staff… A big no to any one planning

Worst food ever.Staff behaviour is very rude.All food is not very bad taste.

This is a hidden gem, right at the Monument with good food and reasonable prices.

Been here many times in the past, but on this recent visit was appalled at the decline and arrogance of the staff. Not one ever smiled and were extremely curt indeed. The food too, was just about ok but the price at the end of over £80 for two curries and three bottles of beer is outrageous. There are many Indian restaurants in the city better than this one! Watch Out though as they now charge a very large service charge on your bill making it a place I and other clients will not be returning to again.

Extremely disappointing service, I got shouted at by the staff mid conversation and was made to feel very unwelcome. The food arrived very late. The staff were very poor. It’s a shame as the quality of the food was ok, even if overpriced. Won’t be coming back.

A very nice Indian restaurant and not in the middle of bustling crowds. They can't get much passing trade so they must be known for their quality. The normal Indian dishes are served and the quality of the food is very good indeed. It is a snug restaurant but is was fine for our party of four. The Cobra beer was delicious and the papadoms were light and crisp. I will be visiting again.

Lovely food, came with my associates and never regretted it

We was on Friday around 9pm food was OK we ordered1. prawn zalfreji, Matter paneer, Lamb Tikka, chicken Palak The prawn jalfrezi onion & capsicum was raw and the garlic flavour on them was raw, my suggestion first fry garlic then mix with onion and capsicum so it coming nice aroma and flavour, Prawn zalfreji was not perfect taste, 2. on Matter paneer peas on taste was hard like just taking out from Deep freeze , pls put them some Butter & cream for creamy sauce to come a nice flavour, staff was OK but not friendly, Good service ,I am not satisfied the food taste and quality and the environment, we are visiting their with family, so we are not 100% satisfied. if ur hungry just looking for Indian food so their OK but if u looking for fine Indian Dine better I recommend The Lalit. I hope on our Next visit we are not disappointed.

Fish Jalfrezi was lovely and friendly staff

I have visited with my friends at the restaurant. It was really good atmosphere and food was excellent. Prices were very reasonable. I recommend the Restaurant.

Very busy full of city workers. very good service. Good food. Delicious tandoori king prawns. never disappointed. Value for Money

The Goan lamb curry was really the best I have ever tasted. Fantastic!! 5 stars 🌟

Fabulous city of London Indian Restaurant. The food is excellent and the service is quick and courteous.

Absolute worst experience ever. The owner literally insulted me when i asked about the nan bread that i order which didn’t arrive for a while. Very racist. They are not indian at all they are iranian and bengali imposters