21 London curry houses named in UK Top 100 – but not one is on Brick Lane

London’s restaurants dominated the 2026 Guide to the UK’s Top 100 Curry Restaurants

London’s best curry spots have been revealed. The announcement was made by The Asian Catering Federation (ACF) which is also releasing a Guide to the UK’s Top 100 Curry Restaurants.

The London spots are all over town in places like Soho, Holborn, Westminster, Tooting, and Perivale. Malaysian restaurant Laksamania in Soho, won the gold medal and has a 4.4 of 5 star review on Google. It serves food like Satay chicken, wasabi prawns, and duck rolls.

It’s no surprise one happy customer said: “Easily one of the best nasi lemak in town. The dish is beautifully plated, with fragrant coconut rice, perfectly spicy sambal, and all the classic elements done just right. Every bite tastes authentic and comforting, like a proper homemade version but elevated. A place that truly respects the dish – I’ll definitely be coming back.”

Top London curry houses

• Laksamania, Soho
• Med Salleh Kopitiam, Bayswater
• Benares, Berkeley Square –
• Kasa & Kin, Soho –
• Namaaste Kitchen, Highgate –
• Benares, London
• Colonel Saab, Holborn
• Quilon, Westminster
• Mint Lounge, Bank, City of London
• Yaatra, Westminster
• Gymkhana, London
• Hakkasan, Mayfair, London
• Brigadiers, City of London
• Spice Village, Tooting
• Dawat, Tooting
• Kahani, Sloane Square
• Kutir, Chelsea
• Royal Nawaab, Perivale
• Babur, Brockley
• Chor Bazaarr, Cippenham, Slough
• Madhu’s at The Grove, Chandler’s Cross, Watford
• The Bank, Chorleywood
• Namak Restaurant, South Woodford
• iNaga, Bromley
• Panas Gurkha, by Sujan Katuwal MBE, Blackheath

Yawar Khan, Chair of the Asian Catering Federation said: “This event is about celebrating excellence across the hospitality sector, putting the diverse Asian community on one platform, and recognising chefs, restaurants, and industry leaders who continue to set the benchmark for quality, innovation and consistency across the Asian food industry in the UK.

“Over the past year, the sector has continued to navigate rising costs, evolving consumer expectations, and ongoing economic pressures. Yet, despite all this, they remain resilient, continuously adapting, innovating, and finding new ways to connect with their customers. They are investing in their teams, embracing new ideas, and continuing to deliver exceptional dining experiences day in, day out. Congratulations to everyone who is included in this year’s Guide, you have all earnt your place through passion for our industry, and for working hard to maintain exceptional high standards – well done.”

The awards started in 2022, with each restaurant chosen by public vote and recommended by the Asian Catering Federation’s panel of curry-loving experts. Award presenters included BBC news anchor Samantha Simmonds, Sarah Olney Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Business and MP for Richmond Park, and the Malaysian High Commission.

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