Aromatic, spiced and made to share – Indian food is the UK's go-to takeaway for good reason. From Brick Lane curry houses to neighbourhood tandooris in Oxford, Newcastle and Edinburgh, there is a brilliant Indian restaurant or takeaway in almost every town.
Below are 10 of the best Indian restaurants and takeaways in the UK that you can order from directly on ChefOnline. Every restaurant on this list was checked on the platform in September 2026 and is live for online ordering, with delivery, collection or table booking – so every link takes you straight to a menu you can order from tonight.
How we chose these Indian restaurants and takeaways
We looked for independent Indian restaurants and curry houses that meet four simple standards:
- Live on ChefOnline: you can order online or book a table right now, direct from the restaurant.
- Choice of service: delivery, collection or dine-in, so there is an option for every occasion.
- Local reputation: long-standing restaurants with strong customer feedback on ChefOnline.
- Spread across the UK: from London and the Home Counties to the South West, the North East and Scotland.
Our list of the best Indian restaurants and takeaways in the UK
1. Preem Brick Lane – Brick Lane, East London
No list of the UK's best Indian restaurants would be complete without Brick Lane, the street that became the home of the British curry house. Preem Brick Lane sits right on the famous strip in Spitalfields and works as both a sit-down Indian restaurant and a busy takeaway.
Book a table for an evening out on the Lane, or order the same freshly cooked curries, tandoori grills and rice dishes for delivery or collection. With listed hours running from late morning until late evening, it is one of the most flexible options on this list for a late lunch or an after-work curry near the City.
- Services: Delivery · Collection · Table booking
- Minimum order: £15
- Address: Brick Lane, London E1 6RL
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in East London
2. Shad Indian Restaurant – Tooley Street, Southwark
Just south of the Thames on Tooley Street, Shad Indian Restaurant is a handy choice if you live or work around London Bridge. It opens for both lunch and dinner, which makes it ideal for a working lunch, a team order or a relaxed evening meal.
Shad focuses on collection and dine-in: order online, skip the queue and pick up your food, or book a table and enjoy classic Indian dishes in the restaurant.
- Services: Collection · Table booking
- Minimum order: £20
- Address: Tooley Street, Southwark, London SE1 2TH
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in South East London
3. Bengal Lancer – Chislehurst, Bromley
A long-standing favourite in south-east London, Bengal Lancer serves a wide range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian dishes from Royal Parade in Chislehurst.
Start with chicken 65, aamchoori jhinga or paneer tikka, then move on to mains such as dum phukt or nawabi lamb masala. You can dine in, order delivery or collect – and at the time of writing, collection orders placed on ChefOnline come with 10% off.
- Services: Delivery · Collection · Table booking
- Minimum order: £15
- Address: 15 Royal Parade, Chislehurst, Bromley BR7 6NR
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Bromley
4. Spice Lounge – Market Street, Watford
In the heart of Watford town centre, Spice Lounge is an Indian restaurant and takeaway that stays open late into the evening, so it is a reliable pick when you fancy a curry after a match, a film or a long day.
Book a table for a sit-down meal, choose delivery, or order ahead for a quick collection – typically ready in around 20 minutes.
- Services: Delivery · Collection · Table booking
- Minimum order: £20
- Address: Market Street, Watford WD18 0PY
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Watford
5. Saffron – Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
A short hop from Watford, Saffron is a popular Indian takeaway on Leeming Road in Borehamwood, the Hertfordshire town best known for Elstree's film studios.
It is a great-value choice for families and weekend nights in: at the time of writing, ChefOnline customers get 10% off delivery orders and 15% off collection orders.
- Services: Delivery · Collection
- Minimum order: £17.95
- Address: Leeming Road, Borehamwood WD6 4DU
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Watford and Hertfordshire
6. Curry Adda – Headington, Oxford
In Bengali, an "adda" is a long, relaxed conversation among friends – and that is exactly the mood Curry Adda on London Road, Headington, is built for.
It is one of the best Indian restaurants in Oxford for sharing: book a table, or order for delivery or collection. At the time of writing, collection orders get 15% off, delivery orders over £50 get 10% off, and collection orders over £50 come with a complimentary bottle of red or white wine (over-18s only).
- Services: Delivery · Collection · Table booking
- Minimum order: £15
- Address: London Road, Headington, Oxford OX3 9AJ
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Oxford
7. Indian Ocean – Maidstone, Kent
For curry lovers in Kent, Indian Ocean on Northumberland Road is a well-established Indian takeaway serving Maidstone and the surrounding area.
It is open until late evening for delivery and collection, and at the time of writing, collection orders on ChefOnline get 10% off – a nice saving for regular Friday-night orders.
- Services: Delivery · Collection
- Minimum order: £15
- Address: Northumberland Road, Maidstone ME15 7LW
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Rochester and Medway
8. Curry Supreme – Downend, Bristol
Heading west, Curry Supreme on Downend High Street is a go-to Indian takeaway for north-east Bristol.
It offers some of the most generous discounts on this list: at the time of writing, 15% off delivery orders over £20 and 15% off all collection orders, with no minimum spend on collection. Collection orders are usually ready in around 25 minutes.
- Services: Delivery · Collection
- Minimum order: £15 (delivery)
- Address: High Street, Downend, Bristol BS16 5HE
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Bristol
9. Latif Indian Restaurant – Newcastle upon Tyne
In Newcastle city centre, Latif Indian Restaurant on Clayton Street West is a dependable choice for a curry night in the North East.
Book a table before a night out, order delivery to your door, or collect – collection orders are typically ready in about 20 minutes.
- Services: Delivery · Collection · Table booking
- Minimum order: £15
- Address: Clayton Street West, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5EE
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Newcastle upon Tyne
10. The Clay Oven – Morningside, Edinburgh
Finishing in Scotland, The Clay Oven is a much-loved Indian takeaway on Morningside Road in south Edinburgh. As the name suggests, the tandoor – the traditional clay oven – is central to the kitchen.
With a £10 minimum order, it has the lowest spend threshold on this list, so it is perfect for a quick dinner for one or two, for delivery or collection.
- Services: Delivery · Collection
- Minimum order: £10
- Address: Morningside Road, Edinburgh EH10 4PU
- More options nearby: Indian takeaways in Edinburgh
Quick comparison: which Indian restaurant suits your order?
| Restaurant | Location | Delivery | Collection | Table booking | Min. order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preem Brick Lane | East London (E1) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | £15 |
| Shad Indian Restaurant | Southwark (SE1) | – | ✓ | ✓ | £20 |
| Bengal Lancer | Chislehurst (BR7) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | £15 |
| Spice Lounge | Watford (WD18) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | £20 |
| Saffron | Borehamwood (WD6) | ✓ | ✓ | – | £17.95 |
| Curry Adda | Oxford (OX3) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | £15 |
| Indian Ocean | Maidstone (ME15) | ✓ | ✓ | – | £15 |
| Curry Supreme | Bristol (BS16) | ✓ | ✓ | – | £15 |
| Latif Indian Restaurant | Newcastle (NE1) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | £15 |
| The Clay Oven | Edinburgh (EH10) | ✓ | ✓ | – | £10 |
Minimum orders, service options and offers were correct at the time of writing. Always check the restaurant's ChefOnline page for the latest details.
What to order from a UK Indian takeaway
Many of the UK's best-loved "Indian" restaurants are run by British Bangladeshi families, and their menus blend North Indian, Punjabi and Bangladeshi cooking with dishes created in British curry houses. If you are new to Indian food, or just want to try something different, here is a quick guide. You can also browse Bangladeshi takeaways on ChefOnline.
Mild and creamy
Korma and pasanda are gentle, creamy curries made with ingredients such as cream, coconut and ground nuts. Chicken tikka masala – grilled chicken tikka in a rich, tomato-based sauce – is one of the UK's most-ordered dishes (here's why).
Medium and aromatic
Bhuna, rogan josh, dopiaza and balti sit in the middle of the heat scale, with deeper spice and slow-cooked sauces. Not sure which to pick? Read Lamb Korma vs Rogan Josh and Balti vs Karahi explained.
Hot and fiery
Madras, jalfrezi and vindaloo are for spice lovers, with vindaloo sitting near the top of the curry-house heat scale. Our guide to jalfrezi curry explains what makes it so popular, and our Kashmiri curry guide covers a fruitier, milder alternative.
From the tandoor
Tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, lamb tikka, seekh kebabs and paneer tikka are marinated in yoghurt and spices, then cooked at high heat in the tandoor (clay oven) for a smoky, charred flavour.
Rice, breads and sides
Complete your order with a biryani or pilau rice, a plain, garlic or peshwari naan, and sides such as saag aloo, tarka dal or bombay potatoes – plus poppadoms and chutneys to start.
How to order Indian food online from ChefOnline
- Enter your postcode on ChefOnline or browse Indian takeaways by town and city.
- Choose a restaurant and open its menu to see today's opening hours and current offers.
- Select delivery or collection, or use the Reservation tab to book a table.
- Add your dishes, customise them where options are available, and check out securely by card – or pay by cash where the restaurant accepts it.
- Order even faster next time with the ChefOnline app for iOS and Android.
Ordering for a crowd? See our tips on the best takeaway for large groups.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Indian takeaway in the UK?
It depends on where you live and what you like to order, but all 10 restaurants on this list are well-established, currently live on ChefOnline and offer delivery, collection or table booking. For the widest choice near you, enter your postcode on ChefOnline to see every Indian takeaway that serves your area.
How do I find an Indian takeaway near me?
Enter your postcode on ChefOnline or browse Indian takeaways by town and city. You will see which restaurants deliver to you, which offer collection, and which are open now.
Can I collect my Indian takeaway instead of having it delivered?
Yes. Most restaurants on ChefOnline offer collection – choose "Collection" at checkout. Many, including Bengal Lancer, Saffron, Curry Adda, Indian Ocean and Curry Supreme, have offered collection discounts at the time of writing.
Can I book a table at an Indian restaurant through ChefOnline?
Yes. Restaurants that take bookings show a Reservation tab on their ChefOnline page. On this list, that includes Preem Brick Lane, Shad, Bengal Lancer, Spice Lounge, Curry Adda and Latif.
Which Indian dishes are mild?
Korma, pasanda and chicken tikka masala are usually the mildest curries on a UK Indian menu. Tandoori dishes are spiced but not usually hot. If you are unsure, add a note to your order or check the chilli ratings on the menu.
Are UK Indian restaurants Indian or Bangladeshi?
Many British curry houses are run by families with roots in Bangladesh, particularly the Sylhet region, and their menus combine Indian, Bangladeshi and British curry-house dishes. On ChefOnline you can browse both Indian and Bangladeshi takeaways.
Order the best Indian food near you
From Brick Lane to Morningside, the UK's Indian restaurants and takeaways are some of the best outside the Indian subcontinent. Whether you want a creamy korma on the sofa, a tandoori feast for the family or a table booked for a celebration, every restaurant on this list is ready to take your order on ChefOnline.
Find your nearest Indian takeaway on ChefOnline – order direct for delivery, collection or table booking, and support your local independent restaurant.
