Shilpa Indian Restaurant in Hammersmith and Fulham

Review based on UberEats orders. We have travelled across the world with our father and have had to search for South Indian food, and specifically Kerala style cooking for him wherever we have been. And almost always, my father - who is a very 'particular' man - has been disappointed with what he's gotten (never mind the fact that it's near impossible to find a very narrow definition of Indian food in a foreing country). BUT then there was Shilpa (now known as Kerala Kitchen). For the first time in decades (no exaggeration), my father was happy with the food ordered. "Tastes home made", "what an excellent fish curry", "this inji puli is better than your aunt's"?! This, from my nearly impossible to please father?! My sister and I cried happy tears of joy. So yes, really yummy Kerala home style cooking and super authentic flavors. It was so good we ordered thrice in as many days. Thank you, good folks at Shilpa. We really appreciate it. If we are ever back in London, we will definitely reorder!

Not the Shilpa I used to go few years back .The briani was awful.In fact it was a stir fried lumpy rice with some chewy dry meat! We food lovers can't be taken for granted anymore.

We were 2 people attended on a Sunday as we were starving for late lunch after a long walk. There wasn't anyone else except us and it made me a bit worry about serving fresh meal. Ordered one Lamb Biryani and one Mixed Kebab tray along with sides and juice drinks for two, and guess what? The Biryani was Stale, everyone could realise it by the meat quality. Tried to eat something from the Mixed Kebab tray but most of it was burned to carbon! Final bill around £57. To be honest, I think I paid this money only for two drinks as the rest was waste. To the owner(and probably the chef): throw the leftovers of Saturday! don't warm up them again for next days customers.. we pay you real money! ----- P.S. The owner responded that it is not a genuine experience as they think we haven't visited their place so I share the credit card statement which shows the exact date and amount and the restaurant name on it. Regarding the item I mentioned as the Mixed Kebab tray, the exact name in the menu is Special Mix Platter. Hope it helps!

Brilliant food, service wonderful surroundings. A long overdue revisit that was amazing yet again. Been coming here for well over 10 years which tells its own tale surely. Recommended: Dosa, chana masala, cabbage thoran

Hoy fuimos a comer a Vishu Sadhya. La sadhya era excelente con auténtica cocina Kerala. . Lo disfruté mucho. El servicio también fue genial

Siempre suprema calidad. Esta vez tuvimos el pollo jalfrezi (tan fresco) y un curry de gambas. Simplemente delicioso. Mira: dos currys, arroz pilau, poppadom, hermoso pan Naan. . . . tres pintas de lager. . . caña a £ 57 por dos NO LO VAS A HACER MEJOR EN LONDRES

Great dishes! For my taste, it was a bit spicy – but I’m Central European.

Una cálida bienvenida fue dada en este restaurante luminoso y espacioso. Pedimos un entrante de poppadoms con dips y también samosas de cordero, seguido de dos currys, arroz con limón y pan Pershwai Naan. La comida estaba recién cocinada y atractivamente presentada. . Estaba delicioso No podía faltar la comida, el personal o los precios. . Volveremos aquí y recomendaremos.

Been coming here for many years. Food is always great and ingredients & spices amazing. Top class & friendly service. Great ambience and nice decor. I recommend Shilpa to everyone.

No hay abundancia de restaurantes del sur de la India que tienen Masala Dosa en su menú, cada vez que encontramos uno que tenemos que probar, este restaurante estaba limpio y el personal muy amable, teníamos dos dosas y el triple tikka, ambos eran perfectos, vivimos en la costa sur ahora y tenemos muy pocos restaurantes del sur de la India en un radio de 30 millas, sin duda visitaré este restaurante cada vez que tenga que viajar a Londres, 10 / 10 comida sabrosa encantadora.

Awful food ... cold and was told anything else you order will take 25-30 min so wen we were served cold food .. we couldn't than even return it as we couldn't wait another 25-30 min. The experience wasn't good. We then had a KFC after this as the food was too less for the money they charged as we wanted some hot food.

Very poor service and the behaviour of the staff is worst

Good food and good service. The food served was fast, hot and delicious. Hospitality of Sreejesh should be mentioned specially. Must try for all those who love Kerala food.

Authentic and good quality food highly recommend.

Great service, amazing food, will defently come back

Quality Food.. Amazing Food experience and Service❤️❤️

Vino para un curry tarde por la noche y estaba encantado con la tarifa. Ajo naan tan bueno como cualquier cosa en cualquier lugar a cualquier precio. Volveré la próxima vez en la zona.

Superb local restaurant for a late night dinner.

Food ia good. But, sorry to say, we are regular customers. Mostly, take away or order online. Price is so high and quantity is very less. Please give proper food for the amount you charge. Thank you.

Absolutely delightful experience for a solo dinner date!…As you might be able to tell from the before and after photos of a very clean plate! Would recommend! Upon entering the restaurant you’re welcomed by the warm cozy feeling of heat which is much nerve in a colds winter evening. When I spoke with host/waiter at the front I informed him that I had a gluten allergy and he made sure to speak with the kitchen staff to ensure that they would be able to accommodate and make any necessary modifications to the preparation of the food. I ordered the appam and a potato curry dish. The appam is gluten free and prepared in a special pan. The curry was modified to omit flour as they can sometimes add it to thicken the curry. I will be returning to enjoy more tasty menu items!

Recently visited the shilpa restaurant. The ambience was great, the service was good. But unfortunately the food served was not satisfied.... The poratta & Appam was good but the other dishes we ordered, We didn't like it.

Have been visiting this place for meals ever since I came from India in 2022. Very good Kerala food, good ambience and friendly staff. The paintings on the wall do remind you of God’s own country. We keep waiting for occasions to go there.

Was an ok experience the staff were not very attentive but the food was amazing

I recently ordered food from Shilpa restaurant and I would say the food was really bad and lacked flavours. The pazhampori that I ordered was not even ripened and beef was not even fresh. I'm really disappointed by my order and not planning to reorder again. Such a waste of my money.

We recently dined at this restaurant and have mixed feelings about my experience. First and foremost, the food was absolutely delicious and truly flavorful, meeting my expectations for South Indian cuisine. However, several aspects of the service left much to be desired. While the quality of the food was commendable, the service was unfortunately lacking. We had to ask for water, which should typically be offered without prompting. The staff seemed distant and not particularly attentive, which detracted from the overall dining experience. Additionally, I was surprised to see a service charge of 10% added to our bill. Given the quality of service we received, this felt unwarranted. Moreover, the portion sizes were noticeably smaller compared to other South Indian restaurants I have visited, which was disappointing considering the price point. while I would highly recommend the food for its taste and quality, I hope the restaurant addresses the service issues and portion sizes in the future. With a few improvements, it could be a fantastic dining destination.

I have conflicting opinions regarding my recent dining experience at this establishment. First and foremost, the dish lived up to my expectations for South Indian cuisine; it was incredibly flavourful and wonderful. Nevertheless, there were a number of components of the service that were lacking. Although the food was of excellent quality, the service was regrettably subpar. Water should normally be provided without us having to ask for it. The entire dining experience was harmed by the staff's apparent lack of attention and distance.A 10% service charge was also added to our account, which startled me. This seemed unnecessary considering the calibre of care we received. It was also disappointing given the price range because the serving sizes were far smaller than at other South Indian restaurants I've been to. I hope the restaurant fixes the portion sizes and service problems in the future, even though I would still heartily suggest the cuisine for its flavour and quality. It might be an excellent place to eat with a few tweaks.

a 10% service charge was automatically added to our bill. This really rubbed me the wrong way, considering the subpar service we received. It seemed unnecessary and left a sour taste in my mouth. And to add insult to injury, the prices were on the higher side, and the serving sizes were smaller compared to other South Indian restaurants I've been to. I understand that good service is just as important as good food, and it's a shame that this aspect of my dining experience was lacking. It's something that can easily be fixed and would greatly enhance the overall experience for customers

Incredible customer service! The staffs are so patient, polite and helpful.

Great little place. The food was really good but just a tad spicy for me. But I have little spice tolerance. I loved the artwork on the walls. Would recommend. They had a great selection to choice from. The prices I also thought were very reasonable.

Really great tasting authentic Indian food. Not greedy on the price and great portions. I had the chicken jalfrezi which I highly recommend. Lovely staff, the best Indian in Hammersmith at the end of the high street

Simply awesome...perhpas the best Indian restaurant in West London...don't get put off by the storefront..enter close your eyes, put your finger on anything on the vast menu and be ready to be delighted..everything is so good...lamb shank...avial..appam and mutton stew...where do find Appams!! Trust a foodie, change your fancy plans and go here first!

Ordered kerala porotta and meen pollichathu through uber eats. The description for meen pollichathu says a sea bass but actually it was a fillet and the portion was too small for the rate. Remaining kerala Porotta was good.

Acabo de disfrutar del post más maravilloso - comida de teatro aquí. Compartimos una variedad de entrantes con un dhal y un paratha. Todo estaba tan fresco y delicioso. Una manera encantadora de terminar una noche.

We had organised an event in our office and contacted the Shilpa Restaurant team to provide the food for 75 people - The customer service had been brilliant from day 1 to the event day itself. We received so many compliments for the food and the team were a pleasure to deal with. Thank you from us all.

Delightful. These people from Kerala in India are so genuine, warm and friendly and their food is so good. Sometimes it can be rather spicy, so ask first. Cozy atmosphere and very reasonable prices. Strongly recommended.

It is some of the best authentic Indian food I have eaten. Thanks for dining

Pathetic food. Ordered masala dosa and chilli cauliflower fry. Masala dosa and chutney was too salty and unable to eat. Sambar was ok ok. Cauliflower fry was like deep red. I am.sure they have added like tons of red colour to it. And when i removed tge batter , cauliflower was like blackish colour. I think they used rotten cauliflower to make fry. I ordered from this restaurant due to the comments. I don't think these people have tasted the real kerala food once in their life time. If so they wouldn't give these much positive comments

I recently visited this restaurant with three other people. It is a cozy place with appetizing food. Every dish I ate was bursting with flavors, and the blend of spices with the veggies or meat was just perfect. The chef really knows what he's doing. The service was excellent, and the manager, Ajith, was very kind to us. I will definitely visit this restaurant again whenever I get the chance.

We had a tiring day around London and a below average lunch. We were craving for some nice Indian food before we leave London and literally this dinner at Shilpa’s saved our day. The food was fantastic and authentic. Especially the appam, fish Moilee and Aattu eraichii!!!! We didn’t want to leave and couldn’t get enough of the food. We h started with a refreshing pint of cobra and aattu eraichi on the side. Couldn’t ask for anything better than this. Would definitely come back for more.

We went for the onam celebration, and it was brilliant!!! It was probably the best sadhya we have had in a while! From the hosting to the food, par excellence! Can't wait to try and go eat the regular menu.

We had a fabulous Onam Sadya today at Shilpa. Absolutely scrumptious food, amazing service at a serene set up. We had a prior experience as well on another occasion for a dinner with all kinds of traditional dishes. They once again proved today. Kudos to the Shilpa team, and keep up the good quality. May god showers health and happiness to the team. See you all again.

We went for the onam celebration, and it was brilliant!!! It was probably the best sadhya we have had in a while! From the hosting to the food, par excellence! Can't wait to try and go eat the regular menu.

We had a fabulous Onam Sadya today at Shilpa. Absolutely scrumptious food, amazing service at a serene set up. We had a prior experience as well on another occasion for a dinner with all kinds of traditional dishes. They once again proved today. Kudos to the Shilpa team, and keep up the good quality. May god showers health and happiness to the team. See you all again.

The Onam sadhya was wonderful !!! Enjoyed it….

Very basic, unexcitable Indian food. Chutneys were over chilled and very thick, like an ice cream consistency. Onion Bhajis looked store bought. Chicken 65 was nice, chicken cooked well. Madras was creamy and Korma like, not your usual dark, spicy sauce. Dosa was good, I liked the flavour of the pancake itself - again, chutneys let them down. Restaurant could do with a fresh coat of paint, walls and menus weren’t overly clean and for the price I’d expect a lot more. Disappointed!

A lovely gem in Hammersmith. Attentive friendly service and fabulous Keralese food. Wonderful

I recently ordered online, and the experience was underwhelming. While the menu had a good selection of seafood, the quality of the food that arrived was disappointing. The fish tasted like it had been frozen for too long, with a texture that felt old and unappetizing. Given how expensive the meal was, I expected much better quality. Unfortunately, the high cost did not match the subpar food, and I wouldn't consider ordering from them again.

Had visited today and had a masala dosa. It was very tasty and authentic. I also had takeaway for Parotta and beef curry. The Parotta was very flaky and soft, the best ones I ever had in the UK. The beef curry was also very tasty. Great ambience and wonderful customer service. I'll completely recommend everyone to visit.

The dosa was decent but the chutney and sambhar were below average, the chicken biryani was below average too, some chicken pieces were very hard in the biryani too. The service was fantastic, sadly let down by the quality of food. Prices are fair for the area so that’s an advantage. Might be back in the future to try starters but definitely will avoid the main course dishes.

Tried porotta and beef curry.It was soo good.Porotta was so flaky and soft and beef was so tender and tasty.

Amazing Kerala food with fat rice, fish curry with green mango, and beef fry and Papadums with onions. Friendly staff and a nice area.

We ordered Pothi Choru (along with fish curry and appam) from here and what we got was horrible to say the least. First of all the delivery packaging was torn. Inside the banana leaf packing there was half of 1 piece of fish (imagine that..!!) and half papodam - all mixed with rice, omlette, veggies and curry. Looked so unappetizing and disgusting that we lost our hunger. Typically when you order a thali, you would expect the items to be packed separately but here it felt like someone pre mixed it by hand and even squeezed a lemon on the customer's behalf. Thankfully, we had ordered a separate fish curry (curry was good but again the fish size could be measured in millimetres) and appam - which was really nice.

Best Kerala food in West side of London

Beautiful small indian restaurant. Lovely Dosa. Friendly owners and waiters. Can cater for vegans.

Absolutely fantastic. 5/5 for everything, food, service and atmosphere.

The food was absolutely delicious! Each dish was prepared to perfection, bursting with flavors and beautifully presented. Definitely I will come back to try more dishes.

Worst Nd cold kerala vegetables curry

Really nice food. Highly recommend

If you're a foodie on the hunt for an exceptional dining experience, look no further than Shilpa Indian Restaurant. Specializing in Kerala cuisine, this restaurant offers a delectable journey through the flavors of South India that will leave you craving more. The staff are knowledgeable and attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience with their recommendations and insights into the dishes. I highly recommend to every foodie. Whether you're a seasoned lover of South Indian food or just beginning to explore it, this restaurant is a must-visit. Will definitely visit again.

Update 2: ordered online. had beef chilly, kerala porotta, Kerala chicken roast, kappa meen, and kappa biryani. Pleasant staff, quick delivery. Food was good. Chicken pieces were a bit bland. Enjoyed the fish curry with kappa. Update 1: reached the restaurant a bit before opening time. Owner generously slowed us to wait inside even though it was not open for guests. A big thank you! Food was awesome. Generous potions, fluffy porotta. Never had that good Kerala porotta in UK. Visit 1 (sometime in 2023): good was a bit too oily. To be fair to the cook, we went on the day before onam, probably the busiest day in their calendar. Payasam - was really good. They charge a 10% service charge without asking/telling. I did not contest it as service was pleasant. Washrooms were neat, tables were small.

Blown away with the beef dish, egg curry & the kerala appam. Felt like I was at home again. Also, food was reasonably priced! Will definitely return.

FOOD: we had a mixed experience. Some items were outstanding, whereas some items did not meet my expectations, especially the beef roast. Considering the rates were a little bit on the expensive side, I had high expectations and probably that made my experience a tad negative. SERVICE: Excellent and very attentive staff. Clean toilet facility available. AMBIENCE: I loved it. It wasn't busy as we went for lunch on a weekday. Decorations were very good and there were adequate lighting as well. PARKING: street side parking available. Need to pay the parking ticket for the hours and seemed to have few parking spots in short walking distance, but then it was not busy hours!

Friend found a GIGANTIC SCREW in her food. We've been kind to them despite their rubbish service and belligerence because we always liked the food. Never again. Avoid like the plague.

Kerala food was really good, very crispy porotta and appam . Authentic spicy food

I like it spicy but wife doesn't! I ordered spicy Jalfrezi she ordered tikka masala,it was as hot as mine so she didn't eat it! Ask for 2 drinks got 1& later asked for another drink & he forgot! Think they to busy with takeaways & forgot about the people in the restaurant!. Portions were a good size & price was good value we got 2 cokes 1 bottle of water 2 onion bhaji 2 rice chicken Jalfrezi & chicken tikka masala garlic naan Think it was about £52

This place is amazing, and I can't get enough of their Kappa Biriyani. The service is always at its best, and the ambiance is just perfect for a relaxing dining experience. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for delicious South Indian cuisine in London.

Lovely South Indian food with flavours and ingredients from Kerala. Their elegant use of spices makes the dishes special and the prices are very reasonable for such generous portions. Recommend beautifully prepared Kerala fish curry and Varutharacha Kozhi Curry. I have been eating here for a decade and have never had a disappointing meal.

Good place and a delicious taste but south indian options are less... masala dosa taste is very good....

The restaurant was great but the food was average. We ordered a fish fry but it seemed like the fish was not that fresh.if you miss the Kerala type food and you are living in west London then this is the closest place to find a Kerala style food. It's a bit expensive but I can't blame them because of the location. The staff were really nice and friendly. The place has nice artwork that brings out the traditional Kerala vibes .

Can't beat an evening in Shilpa. Superb chicken jalfrezi. Quality lamb madras. Colourful Pilau rice. Two beers for me. Rare glass of red wine for My Lady Browne. Popadoms. Finished the whole thing off. 48 pounds including servizio. Alpha quality. Charming service. Best curry in SW London,

Lush! Our fave Indian around here. I literally crave their dosas! Don’t make an order without one haha 😛

Great meal - loved the Keralan fish curry. Rice portion was more than enough for one person though - over ordered!

Paid reasonable price for the food. The quantity was less. Order kappa and fish cury combo.

Shilpa Restaurant in Hammersmith is a true gem offering an authentic taste of Kerala right here in London. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy ambiance that sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.

It's so difficult to get good Indian cuisine where I am from, so a trip to London quickly remedied that. After a show, my husband and I wanted quality Indian food close to where we were. We saw the reviews for Shilpa and they do not do this place justice. This is an absolute gem of a place. I had the King Prawn Tandoori and I had tears of absolute joy! The rice was also spectacular. My husband had the delicious lamb dum biriyani, which he loved. The naan bread was fresh and had a unique flavor. The flavors were so complex and a delight for those of us who want to eat something healthy and tasty. It exceeded our expectations. We're already planning our next trip to London and stay in the area, just to eat here. Thank you also to the staff, who were very friendly and provided excellent service.

WORST “Chicken Biryani and idly ever”!!! DO NOT TRY BIRYANI OR IDLY FROM THIS PLACE. However the staff were really nice. I ordered idly and chicken dum biryani . Idly was so hard and dry and chewy. Their so called chicken dum biryani is one of the top worst biryani I have ever had, no where close . It just few pieces of chicken that was so hard and chewy , mixed with excess of mint with rice, the rice was uncooked. Could not even swallow a bite, sucha real disaster. I had to order again from a different restaurant. Sucha waste of my time and money.

Kozhappulla athre parayan ullu. Just ok

I am a usual customer of this restaurant. I always start eating the food with a smile because I know it will be delicious. They have good staff and nice food. Thank you so much 🥰

Food was disappointing. The poppadom dips were poor and had no onions,Onion Bhajis were soft, my Lamb Madras lacked any flavour and was pretty bland. Service also included in bill. An unsatisfactory meal all round.

No taste....waste of money .....when complaint no response all the blame on chef ....

We have dined at the Shilpa perhaps once a month for many years. The food is always excelent and very good value. In the past the only drawback was the service; always pleasant enough but very slow. Typically, after arriving there would be quite a long wait and then some nice warm plates would arrive but, by the time the food arrived the plates would be already cold! This evening was different. The warm plates arrived not long after we had placed our order and the food shortly thereafter. Veux que ca dur as Napoleon's mother said when someone encountered her wandering around Versailles.

An unpretentious Indian restaurant serving the most delicious food. We have eaten there four or five times and always been delighted by the quality of the dishes on offer.

I’ve only ordered food from here but I think it’s the best Indian food in the west London if not beyond. Really flavourful, proper authentic south Asian food, not oily. Love

Very less space to eat in especially with babies so we usually order takeaways. Had Kizhi Parotta few times and the price is a bit high compared to other Kerala restaurants in London. It was okayish taste wise and they have only boneless chicken in all their chicken dishes. The big boneless pieces in Kizhi Parotta makes it not taste great and felt raw taste in some pieces. The Parotta they make is really good.

Food was really nice. Kerala parata was delicious. Good service

One of the best resturant in London clean place good food all food making very nice way and serving to customers

Excellent menu with great choice of vegetarian options as well as meat curries, great sides and amazing shredded bread. Service friendly and efficient, nice buzz, not too noisy for conversation.

London is a city with many great Indian restaurants, so standing out is not an easy feat. This place does by offering a couple of regional specialties that are rarely this good elsewhere. Cosy vibe makes it, in my mind, a nice place for a date. Thst being said, I enjoyed eating here alone, as the occasion would have it

This restaurant is such a delight - authentic South Indian food and fantastic service

This restaurant does not look much from the street, but the food is great. Each dish is plentiful, and our experience is that it is all cooked fresh - including naans. Really enjoyed the food that we had. It opens late too. Don't be put off by the relatively ordinary exterior - risk it and enjoy a good meal.

Most amazing experience! Authentic taste and warm welcome by Mr. Srijesh at reception . A must go experience for all keralites !!!

This Indian restaurant was the biggest surprise. The food was just delicious and I was in 7th heaven. I had the Beef Ularthiyathu (flavourful curried beef and Keralan Paratha). It truly was perfection and I would recommend this place highly. To top, the staff are friendly and helpful and the restaurant was busy.

I recently had an outstanding dining experience at Shilpa Indian Restaurant on King Street, Hammersmith, London. The warm and inviting ambiance set the stage for an unforgettable meal. The extensive menu offered a delightful array of authentic Indian dishes, each bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. The service at Shilpa was impeccable; the staff was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. They went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience. The attention to detail and genuine hospitality added to the overall charm of the restaurant. I highly recommend Shilpa to anyone seeking an exceptional Indian dining experience in London. The combination of delectable cuisine and top-notch service makes it a standout choice on King Street. I look forward to returning to Shilpa for another delightful meal soon.

Visited this restaurant because the reviews were good. Hygiene rating of 3 but thought would try anyway. Restaurant interior very bright and Bland more like a cafe. Popadom dip tray unlike any other and not good. Food served through a hatch with a curtain. Limited menu but food was okay. Won’t be back

Ottimo ristorante indiano in hammersmith, lo conosco da molto tempo ed è sempre una piacevole sorpresa!

Delicious food from the restaurant paired with impeccable service from 'Prince Baiju' made the dining experience exceptional.

Very hygienic restaurant.foods are really tasty

Had a sumptuous dinner from the restaurant. Tried their Kerala Porotta and meat Mappas this time. I’ve to say this - I’ve had Indian foods around London, but have got nothing that matches the authenticity, taste, quality and affordability that Shilpa Restaurant offers. The interior is quite cozy and is decorated with traditional South Indian artefacts and paintings, enhancing the overall ambiance. The service from the friendly staff was within reasonable time, considering the dishes were prepared fresh. It’s a no brainier for anyone around Hammersmith to visit this gem of a place and relish the authentic Indian cuisine. It’s located within a small walk from the Ravenscourt station- district line. I’ll surely visit them again whenever I am around there.

Food was awesome and the service was cool

Nice food.. good service.. Especially Prince.. the best waiter I ever have seen in London