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The King of Brick Lane - City Spice - Brick Lane, London,

City Spice - Brick Lane

4.8
4.8
693 Reviews
£25 and under
Indian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Hot spot
As seen on BBC TV, ITV and on the Evening Standard:

We pride ourselves on our award-winning Indian food, great customer service, and a truly luxurious atmosphere in the heart of Brick Lane. Our Michelin-inspired menu has a distinctive Bengali twist, and our expert vegan curry menu is second to none.

From classic dishes to signature creations, we’ve won a host of awards for our Indian food including the Best Restaurant in London 2016. Looking for the best curry on Brick Lane? Take a look at our meat and vegan menu at City Spice.

Below we have listed just some of our achievements as a proud stalwart for hearty, family-infused Indian cooking in London

AWARDS:

OpenTable Top 10 Indian Restaurants in London
BCA Chef of the Year 2021 (Meat category)
AFA Best Restaurant in London 2019
BCA Best Vegan Restaurant 2018
BCA Best Indian Restaurant 2017 and 2018
Currylife Best Indian Restaurant 2016

MEDIA FEATURES:

BBC3 and BBC News
ITV News
Evening Standard
Metro
Timeout
The Guardian

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Pakistani, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7247 1012
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Niaz Caan
  • Catering
    We offer both fixed price set menu options as well as our a-la carte offerings for large private bookings. Contact us to find out more.
  • Private party facilities
    City Spice' private floors have a capacity of upto 105 guests, making it the perfect space for company socials, university events and parties. Awarded the Best Indian restaurant in London 2023, City Spice has become the pinnacle for corporate and private events.
  • Neighborhood
    Spitalfields
  • Cross street
    Brick Lane and Woodseer Street
  • Parking details
    There is a car park which is a 30 second walk away as well as parking bays outside the restaurant. Parking in the car park is recommended.
  • Public transit
    Aldgate East Underground, Liverpool Street Underground and National Rail, Shoreditch High Street Train Station,
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • THALI THALI! Grab a Thali Platter! (Upto 45% off)

    £18.95 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Diners can opt for this experience and feast on authentic Indian food, eaten the authentic way! From a Thali with upto a 45% discount! An amazing way to sample the very best of award-winning Indian cuisine! Choose from any of the following: MEAT THALI - Chicken tikka masala, lamb bhuna, tandoori chicken, sheek kebab, pilau rice, plain naan and raita. BANGLADESHI THALI - Uribeesi biran, chicken rezala, shatkora dall, desi-fried fish, mix vegetable bhaji, pilau rice and paratha FISH THALI - Fish kofta masala, prawn curry, desi-fried rohi fish, pilau rice, paratha and raita VEGETARIAN THALI - Aloo gobi, daal, saag bhaji, vegetable bhaji, pilau rice, roti and raita. VEGAN THALI - Uribeeshi biran, bombay aloo, begun gatta, chappati, rice
    THALI THALI! Grab a Thali Platter! (Upto 45% off) Photo

What 693 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • London

    Indian

  • East London

    Best Value

  • East London

    Great for brunch

  • East London

    Good for business meals

  • East London

    Kid-friendly

  • East London

    Innovative

  • East London

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • East London

    Hot spot

  • East London

    Great for live music

  • East London

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East London

    Romantic

  • East London

    Great for scenic views

  • East London

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • East London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
City Spice on Brick Lane offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food" and "great atmosphere." Known for its authentic Indian flavors, standout dishes include the "chicken pathia" and "lamb saag." The staff is described as "friendly and attentive," enhancing the overall experience. A must-visit for Indian cuisine lovers.

693 Reviews
  1. stella

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    loved the food, especially the butter chicken, very rich in flavor

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  2. becky

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    best indian food ive hand in a long time hands down to the chef

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  3. zenny

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    staff was very friendly and the food was absolutely delicious

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  4. Halsey

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The special fried rice was light, flavorful, and the perfect side dish

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  5. Nanny

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish the staff were professional and accommodating

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  6. steve

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the spacious layout and intimate vibe, great for quiet conversations

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  7. Jennifer

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken biryani was perfectly cooked,the meat was really tender and fragrant

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  8. Arnold

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The team’s attention to detail and warm demeanor really stood out

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  9. justin

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The shingara pastries were crisp and flavorful, the perfect way to start the meal

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  10. Maddison

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff at here were incredibly attentive and friendly throughout the meal

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FAQs

City Spice - Brick Lane does offer delivery in partnership with Just Eat and Uber Eats. City Spice - Brick Lane also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7247 1012.

City Spice - Brick Lane is rated 4.8 stars by 693 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for City Spice - Brick Lane

138 Brick Lane, London, E1 6RU

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Brick Lane and Woodseer Street
  • Neighborhood
    Spitalfields
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Pakistani, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a car park which is a 30 second walk away as well as parking bays outside the restaurant. Parking in the car park is recommended.
  • Public transit
    Aldgate East Underground, Liverpool Street Underground and National Rail, Shoreditch High Street Train Station,
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Niaz Caan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7247 1012
  • Catering
    We offer both fixed price set menu options as well as our a-la carte offerings for large private bookings. Contact us to find out more.
  • Private party facilities
    City Spice' private floors have a capacity of upto 105 guests, making it the perfect space for company socials, university events and parties. Awarded the Best Indian restaurant in London 2023, City Spice has become the pinnacle for corporate and private events.
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