Potli

I met with friends from university for dinner here. Decades ago, our favourite curry house Light of Nepal was located across the road and Tandoori Nights occupied Potli’s location Well, time waits for no man. But Potli carries on the Indian food tradition. No expense has been spared in bringing a corner of India to King Street - the decor and decorations are top notch The popadum tray with its mix of different popadums and the vibrant chutneys augured well for the rest of the meal. I had a wonderfully tender lamb shank. My friends’ korma and tandoori chicken proved elevated above usual Indian restaurant standards. My paratha was layered and crispy We do miss those student nights at the Light of Nepal but our adult selves appreciate the superior cooking to be found at Potli

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a truly delightful culinary journey. The flavors were exquisite, a symphony for the palate that left me utterly impressed. Each dish was a work of art, showcasing the chef's dedication and skill. The ambiance perfectly complemented the meal, creating an unforgettable dining experience. I highly recommend this establishment for anyone seeking an exceptional gastronomic adventure.

As a vegan I was delighted to be treated to a fantastic range of vegan dishes and wonderful service. Cooked to perfection, imaginative dishes, felt well looked after!

First visit and absolutely loved it. The food was full of flavour, from the papadum with chutneys to the pani puri and butter chicken samosa. The Kerala fish curry and dal tarka panchmel were excellent, rich and comforting. Finished with masala chai and paan ice cream a perfect end. Service was friendly, very polite and welcoming.

One of the best Indian restaurant I've been to. Attentive service, authentic and flavourful dishes to chose from. Highly recommended 👌

Loved the atmosphere, reminded me of my college days in India. Overall the food was amazing, a collection of dishes from the various states of India, all freshly made. Service is slow and avoid ordering Masala tea before your meal. It comes very late and is lukewarm. The highlight was the Goat meat curry and the paan ice cream, excellent 👍

Just the absolute best Indian in London in my opinion. One of the few restaurants my husband considers authentic. Potli was doing Street food from all across the sub-continent long before that became fashionable. No waiting time but it does get busy on weekends etc so I like to book and make sure to reserve a banquet seat. They have various special menus for holidays but the choice and variety is always great. I don’t drink much these but the drinks choice is good and I always enjoy a spicy mocktail. All the dishes are great imho, but whatever you do order the Makhani Dhal as a side. (I’ve never had better anywhere else from high-end Belgravia to street markets) If you’re steering away from meat then the Odia prawn curry and Kerala fish curry are great. If you’re a meat lover then you are spoilt for choice but the lamb dishes are particularly noteworthy. All types of Tikka and kebabs as well. Make sure to finish with a pistachio Kulfi! You can thank me later. That atmosphere is laid back so you don’t need to dress up and the service is always excellent and professional. They now have a bottomless brunch on Sundays which is a good place to start and some great outdoor tables as well.