The Punjab Restaurant, London

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The Punjab Restaurant ****

80/82 Neal Street
Covent Garden
020-7836-9787 or
020-7240-9979
+44 20-7836-9787 (Intl) or
+44 20-7240-9979

Cuisine: Punjabi Indian

Description & Atmosphere
London doesn't disappoint when it comes to its variety and abundance of Indian restaurants. One of the city's standouts is the eclectic Punjab Restaurant, conveniently located in Covent Garden.

Opened in 1947, it is the UK's oldest North Indian Restaurant. Today, the highly-acclaimed eatery is still owned and run by the same Punjabi family.

Modern decor in a cozy, comfortable setting, The Punjab Restaurant is ideal for entertaining clients, business associates and out-of-town guests.

Food
Punjabi food uses a careful blend of herbs and spices to create a full, "balanced" flavor.

Award-winning Punjabi cuisine includes: the Historic Flambé Chicken Tikka Special, the Acharri & Anari Gosht (Chef's Lamb Specialties), the classic and delicious Kadu Pumpkin Sabhji and Grandad's Special Kali Dall (taken from Grandfather, Gurbachan Singh Maan's secret recipe).

Be sure to order a side of the Peshwari Naan (special Punjabi bread filled with coconut and dry fruits) — dipped in Raita (natural Yoghurt with freshly diced cucumbers. The combination of flavors is magical.

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Private Party Rooms
Besides the restaurant's main dining room, there are two additional dining areas — a large modern room towards the back of the restaurant and a smaller room to the side (just off the main entrance). Both rooms work well for semi-private group dinners or private parties.

Hours
Open daily for Lunch and Dinner.
Mon-Sat 12pm-3pm, 6-11:30pm,
Sun 12-3pm, 6-10:30pm.

Reservations
Reservations are recommended during peak times.

Parking
Street parking is difficult. We suggest you take the "tube" to Covent Garden and walk, or catch a taxi.

Closest Underground Station
Covent Garden

Service
Good service.
Take-Away service available.

Prices
Moderately expensive

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