Republic in Hounslow

I have eaten from/at this restaurant on more occasions than I can count - NEVER AGAIN! My delivery order was missing the Basmati rice, so I called the restaurant. Basically, I was accused of lying!! When I asked to speak to the manager to complain, I was told that I was speaking to the owner and that my custom was no longer wanted. Utterly shocking and disgraceful, in equal measures. I wonder if the owner believes in karma.

We have ordered "take away" food numerous times from this small but excellent Indian restaurant. Each dish ordered has been a stand out, so I cannot recommend any particular dishes. The interior is lovely, so I suppose that in house dining would be fine, but with grandchildren we prefer to eat at home!

Terrible service. Good was horrendous. Staff very rude. Asked for table for two on table and was asked to sit at bar, then when walk in came they seated them at table I had asked for. Cooks where not washing hands when handling food. Food was very bland and had a stale taste. Breads were dry. If you are of Indian/Asian origin you should give it a miss.

Very disappointed with our evening. We were four friends, all fans of Indian food. Two of us were visiting from Barcelona and we had expected something a bit special. We arrived at 8.15 on a Yhursday evening and were surprised to find the restaurant empty. An ill omen. Two other couples arrived later but there was definitely no evening out atmosphere. The waiter was friendly but spoke so quietly that us oldies had to keep asking him to repeat himself which started as amusing but became annoying. We chose 4 different starters to share but they were all far too hot (spicy). The heat completely overwhelmed the flavours of the food and also meant we had to keep asking for more water. But then our main courses tasted rather bland by comparison. We didn't stay for dessert. And of course it was expensive. Won't be going back.

Second visit to this restaurant with my family. Great flavourful food, presented beautifully. Recent stand out dishes for me were the asparagus started and monkfish main course. Staff really welcoming and friendly too.

Absolutely delicious food- we had the salmon, the dahl makhani, lamb rogan josh and butter chicken- and it was all very tasty. Staff were attentive and friendly. Will definitley be returning.

I had a business stayover in Chiswick and wanted to get some easy going, but still high-level quality food and found it perfectly there. I was placed at the bar which was perfect for my occasion and enjoyed a perfect service.

Discover the Flavors of India at Republic Are you in the mood for some authentic Indian cuisine? Look no further than Republic, the best Indian restaurant in Chiswick. Recently, I had the pleasure of dining at Republic, an Indian restaurant that genuinely exceeded my expectations. From the moment I stepped inside, I was greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere with a touch of class. The ambience transports you to a high-end fine dining restaurant with an open kitchen and the aroma of exotic spices wafting through the air. The menu at Republic offers a variety of dishes to satisfy every palate. We saw the lovely enticing dishes in the starters and only tried them so we did not order any mains but it gives us a good excuse to go back. We enjoyed the following dishes: Pani Puri - £7 Paapdi Chaat - £8 Tandoor Paneer Tikka - £10 Chicken Lollipop - £9 Duck Dosa - £11 Tandoor Prawns - £12 Tandoor Lamb Sheekh Kebab - £10 Date & Tamarind Chutney - £1.50 For desserts, we enjoyed the Gulab Jamoon (£5.50) and Baked Madras Coffee Custard (£7.50) All the dishes were delicious but I would recommend the Duck Dosa and the Tandoor Prawns. These dishes were packing lots of flavours and for me, I have never had a Duck Dosa. All the meat is Halal but check on the day you visit to see if the Duck is Halal. So come over to Republic and indulge in a culinary journey to the heart of India. Your taste buds will thank you! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was inviting, and the service was top-notch by Pedro and the team. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in search of authentic Indian cuisine.

Exquisite food and excellent service. The wine list is an extensive selection if white, rose, red and sparkling. Fancy cocktails with traditional touch , they keep updating their cocktails. All the food was explained which would probably beneficial to someone not well versed in Indian food. They also gave me some recommendations when I was stuck between two wines. My favourite dish was definitely the duck dosa which was crispy and flavourful. I was sitting in kitchen counter table , action packed meal , all the dishes were served piping hot , direct from kitchen by chefs , chef Kuldeep and his team was very passionate of what they are doing , service was sublime .spotless kitchen which is visible throughout the meal brings the confidence of healthy and fresh food .

Came across restaurant whilst staying in chiswick, Very small restaurant and when I arrived and saw there were only 6 main courses on Menu was a little worried. However, this restaurant has a small menu which they execute beautifully, all meals ordered were super, service was very good. The restaurant also had some very good wine. Will return and highly recommend

I have mixed feelings about Republic. The menu choice is limited (not a bad thing) but the food was lovely and very well presented. This was a team dinner and there were ten of us, but we booked well in advance, we didn't just show up! However, a few things that I really feel could be improved upon for a better customer experience especially if they are trying to be a `cut above' the average normal Indian restaurant and at the prices charged. Whilst our waiter was lovely and helpful, the service was really slow, and I did have to call him over a few times, and the food seemed like it took ages to come out. There was only one other member of staff helping to bring the dishes out. There were only two small other tables occupied in the restaurant who were nearly finished when we got there, so it's a good job they were not busy as I dread to think how they would have coped! The dishes were presented very well, the food was tasty, however, the table was not wiped in between courses which would have been nice and for some reason we were given small plates to eat our mains from, which really were far to small to put the food on. I thought this was odd, fine for starters, but not for mains. The restaurant was cold and blowing out cold air at intermittent times, which was really uncomfortable, and although I brought it to their attention it didn't seem to make any difference to the temperature unfortunately. We may have had desserts but it was near to 10pm by that time and they were close to closing, perhaps if the service and food had been slightly quicker we may have got to desserts earlier (reservation was 7.30pm). A couple of people wanted a coffee - but we were told this was not possible as they do not have a license to serve hot drinks!! I have been to many fantastic restaurants, at all different price levels and I have never been told you can't have a tea or coffee!. I really think that Republic need to relook at what they are trying to offer. If they are trying to replicate a high end restaurant then I think some things need to be addressed for a better customer experience overall. It was a nice enjoyable evening, but we had to go somewhere else after for a coffee and a night cap. Would I go back or recommend to friends and colleagues? probably not, sorry.

Rather impressed with this Indian restaurant, we had expected an ‘anglicised’ offering in Chiswick, however were pleasantly surprised by the excellent levels of spicing. Small menu - always a good sign, good portions, all three of us completely satiated. My only complaint is no rose wine or tea / coffee.

The food was exceptional, they’ve kept the menu relatively short, but it’s still full of unique dishes and interesting takes on classics. Each dish was packed with flavour and presented beautifully. It’s nice to see that they’ve preserved the open kitchen from Hedone (the restaurant that preceded them in this location). It made for a unique experience seeing the chefs preparing all the meals, I’ve not had that with Indian food before. The octopus in particular was delicious, very fresh and cooked so that it was buttery soft. All in all a great experience and we’ll be returning. The one issue is that they don’t serve hot drinks, which isn’t a deal breaker but would be nice to have. It would be pleasant to be able to order a warm spiced chai or an Indian tea to go with things on cold days.

Our son lives in the area, a residential area away from the traffic and noise of central London, told us about the quality of the food, and we wanted to try it. I used to travel quite often to the UK, always liked Indian food, and must say they have some of the best I ever had. I had the Paneer tikka, and the Lamb Rogan Josh, the first one cooked to perfection, and the lamb, truly mouthwatering. An excellent experience, in a nice place; congrats also for the choice of the background music! Highly recommended, worths the bus trip there.

We came across Republic by complete accident and it was an absolute gem of a find. We were seated at the bar and the service from beginning to end was exceptional. We had a birds eye view of the kitchen and saw our meal put together by a incredible team underneath the watchful eye of the head chef. Not a pan out of place and they made it look effortless. The food was probably one if not the best Indian I’ve ever had. I had chicken tikka masala with rice and the crème brûlée to follow everything was seasoned perfection and the chicken had been cooked tandoor before marinated in the buttery sauce. Dessert, one word..exquisite, and again the delicate balance of flavours were heavenly. I literally could not rate this meal highly enough and along with the ambience of the restaurant, great lighting , subtle incense and attentive staff ( not in that order;) Well, I can’t wait to go back again!

We spent a little more than a week in London. The restaurant is well located close to a tube station in Chiswick. We tried out a total of three Indian restaurants and i can tell u that one was by far the best but also...

This is a new eatery in Chiswick so took a friend out for her birthday meal as she wanted a nice Indian meal. The food was good and cooked in a lovely open kitchen Though we had no booking and there were several free tables...

We were delighted when the Republic opened in Chiswick with its original take on Indian cooking not least the Jack Fruit curry, wonderful squid cooked in a way that we had not experienced before and a couple of excellent and original deserts. We dined there...

Second time I tried to dine at this restaurant (walked out first time due to inefficient booking procedure) and we were allocated a table next to the door (allowing all the freezing cold air in) surrounded by take away delivery drivers. Oh dear. At this...

A really really nice Indian restaurant with amazing cocktails. The Rose Martini is truly one of the best martinis I’ve ever had. It has complex flavours and it might win a price in a competition soon (in terms of cocktails; a Negroni and Old Fashioned...

Would have to be my favourite Indian in the area and one of my favourite places to eat in Chiswick.The food is always amazing with great friendly staff. We normally eat at a table but decided to sit at the counter watching the chefs hard...

Visited on Valentine's day with my partner and all in all very impressed. The venue is great, strong aromas of incense, modern décor, and an open kitchen area that you can see from all seats within the restaurant. Our table wasn't ready, so we were...

Interesting, unusual take on Indian food. Delicious prawn curry. Tandoori duck breast was a tad over cooked for my taste - which made the texture slightly liver-like, but peanut & chilli crust was delicious. Squid starter was tender and very spicy. Charming waiting staff (although...

My second visit here and will remain a favourite when in London. The best Indian food I’ve eaten and agreed by the whole table both visits. A small but superb menu, 5or 6 staters and 5or 6 mains with side dishes and good deserts. I...

WOW ! Definitely the best Indian Cuisine in W4 ! Modern, imaginative recipes that kick the normal Indian restaurant cuisine into the long grass. Really modern, approachable dishes using fresh, fresh ingredients & superbly cooked & presented. BRAVO

Great food all freshly cooked in front of us at the bar, friendly service and good atmosphere. Terrific addition to Chiswick’s dining scene. Recommend the tandoori duck in particular!

My partner and I visited tonight after recently moving to the area and it was absolutely phenomenal. We’ve been for curries all over London and all over the world and this was up there with the best, if not the best. Small, well-considered menu and...

First but definitely not the last time we will eat here with old friend. We were there through their recommendation and it certainly did not disappoint. Lovely service and equally delicious food. Tapas style sharing plates with seasonal ingredients delicious filled fried courgette flowers rabbit,...

Incredible quality of food and a unique style. Food is genuinely 5/5 - quality and flavour are evident and a massive effort goes into each dish. Sensible priced for what feels like Michelin star quality. Will be back!

The finest Indian food we ever had, period. Small plates exploding with flavour, excellent service, and a nice room. Nothing more to add really!

A walk in for lunch on a weekday, very warm welcome and outstanding food of a quality we have never experienced before in Indian food in the UK. A week on and still thinking about it. Please go! Especially at lunchtime, they dont get enough...

We changed our reservation online by reducing the number of guests due to illness. Received a confirmation but on checking the reservation on the day was told that our reservation had been changed to a time we knew nothing about then cancelled! This was a...

First, let me say that the food is very tasty and a step up from the 'usual Indian'. The menu is short with emphasis on the tapas-style starters and then a limited choice of mains. If you are an aficionado of Indian food, be prepared...

Got a last minute booking for 2 at the counter and we were blown away by this restaurant. We eat Indian food regularly and whenever we try a new one I look for items on the menu that you don't normally see on a menu...

Amazing experience at Republic W4. The best Indian restaurant in London I’ve ever been. Food is delicious, very good quality and service is top. Will go back soon!

Lovely Saturday lunch! We live very close and wanted to try this nice restaurant. Food was lovely and the staff very kind. They suggested the best dish (no spicy) for my little one but he ended up eating also my curry! We’ll be back

The food was all pretty tasty and definitely a level above a standard high street indian restaurant. However, i wouldn't put it into the same category as Trishna, Benares, Gymkhana etc either. Starters Chicken and chips. Chicken very good, chips - awful - Basically had...

Absolutely stunning food. The flavours are out of this world and you can literally see the dishes being made with love by the chefs. We sat on the high table watching the chefs work their magic. Mouth watering meat that falls off the bone, the...

This was our third trip to Republic and like the previous two, it did not disappoint. This is completely different from the run-of-the-mill chicken korma joint. There is chicken tikka masala on the menu and it’s delicious, but there are also dishes that I’ve never...

This is a smashing, top notch restaurant. Four of us had the roasted asparagus, lamb pepper fry, vada-pao, charred cauliflower, tandoori beef boti kebab, sweet potato chaat, and an apricot stuffed paneer kofta, with rice/breads etc. But this doesn't matter: what's memorable is that each...

Possibly the best Indian food in London…or anywhere outside of India! Lovely restaurant on Chiswick High Road, great service, and the food is amazing. A new take on old dishes that tastes incredible. Highly recommend this place for a wonderful dinner. Sit at the bar...

Relaxed atmosphere, incredible food and lovely staff. We stumbled across this restaurant and will most certainly be back.

Indian but definitely not as you know it. Eight starters and about the same number of mains all in a style described as a fusion of modern Indian and English. You may hesitate but don’t. The result is lovely - lighter and brighter, full of...

The Republic can only be described as a gastronomic indulgence, Chef Kuldeep is a Michelin chef who combines many tantalizing tastes which is completely reflective in the dishes served, the dishes could be described as a fusion of taste and spice with many dynamics of...

I have absolutely nothing against the traditional dine-in experience of most Indian (or other regional food) restaurants where the menu is dependable, if often predictable. In fact, when heading out for an Indian meal, I tend to gravitate towards the places where I can rely...

We visited for lunch on a Saturday. The two of us (plus toddler) ordered the chicken tikka masala, chicken & chips, octopus, hake curry, plus some dhal, naans and rice. We also tried the khova mousse for dessert. The food was very good. Apart from...

We’d read some good reviews and boy did this place live up to them. Would happily have eaten the whole meal again (seriously, when we go back I might just order one of everything for the table. It was all so good). Great cocktails, wonderful...