Reviews Sea Rock Bar & Restaurant

If you're looking for authentic (north) Indian food, this place is well worth a punt. Conversely, if you want to be impressed by expensive furniture and like taking selfies in trendy places, you're better off looking elsewhere. Sea Rock is a 'members club' type restaurant where the food does the talking.

Make no mistake, it's clean, it's tidy and it's certainly somewhere you can feel comfortable. But it is definitely not decorated with dark wood carvings and there's no sparkling ornaments from the motherland; it's plain yet colorful and it's simple, yet sufficient. I've known of its existence for about a decade, but never got around to trying it out. Last night my wife and I did. Nothing planned, purely on a whim.

First impressions are that it does look like a members club: a prominent bar and multiple television screens conveniently placed for comfortable viewing. Most of the patrons appeared to be locals. The furniture is basic (but clean). It wasn't very busy to begin with, and even when the numbers did increase (of mostly Indian appearance) we didn't really notice a change as it's very relaxed and has a very discreet atmosphere about the place. I found myself looking at the decor and furniture as we waited for our orders, but as soon as the food was presented, nothing else mattered. It delivered.

I even sneakily glanced around to see what other people were eating and everything looked as amazing. The lamb was freshly cooked; the chicken was succulent and moist; and the lassi I had with my meal was one of the best I've ever had (made by someone who knows what a lassi should taste like).

There are no frills here and definitely no gimmicks. The chef, we were told, is Punjabi and Punjabis don't mess about. Without question I would visit again. Those tandoori chicken wings were amazing!

Attended a Birthday party. Selection of food in Buffet was good, it was freshly prepared and tasty. The servers were fantastic, even though the restaurant was busy with their general clients tgey still had time for the private party.

Fantastic local Indian bar and restaurant in North Finchley with a brilliant variety of delicious dishes ranging from super tasty Tandoori Prawns to Chill Paneer and one of the best sizzling Lamb Karahi's I've ever eaten, all served with ice cold Cobra beers and chilled bottles of Perrier water. Also my friend and I both loved the tropical fish aquarium in the middle of the restaurant and the incredibly friendly, welcoming and attentive service - really top notch and great value for money. Sea Rock is a must visit if you love good quality Indian food and you also like sports - they often have the football and cricket on the TVs so you can enjoy a curry and watch the game with friends or family. (Also bonus they are dog friendly!) Highly Recommended 10/10 - we'll definitely be coming back very soon

Easily the best veg and non veg Indian restaurant you will visit in North London. I have been going there for many years and it has never disappointed in food or service. Everything I have ever ordered is spot on. Family friendly and has big screens for sports as well. Highly recommended to anyone looking to try proper Indian food. Over the years I have tried other local and non local Indian restaurants, don't know why I bothered because this is the best. I would recommend the Garlic Pilli Pilli Mogo, Chilli Paneer, Chilli Wings, Nairobi Chicken Tikka, Mixed Grill, Chilli Garlic Fish, Kukadi Chicken Curry, Chicken & Lamb Biriyanis.

Come here often with my wife. My favourites starters are the kebab, lamb chops, jerra chicken, and for mains i love the kukadi chicken and desi lamb, i just ask them to put no green chillies in. Would efinatley recomend (at least for the dishes ive listed)

I took my friends who came from Mumbai to visit London and my other friends from London came to Sea Rock bar restaurant and was provided with excellent service by Jinal and Kajol. The atmosphere was good with quality food and drink and everyone really enjoyed the evening. So many Thanks to Sea Rock bar restaurant. Kind regards Narendra Patel

Very amazing food Special paneer shashlik Nice atmosphere and good service Highly recommended restaurant

Great atmosphere, the food and service excellent..prices really good and great portions... need to open another branch...but i find the drive is worth it anytime

I can’t imagine why there are negative reviews, if you don’t want spicy food, don’t go to an authentic Indian. I’ve been using sea rock for over 20 years. Yes, the food will vary because of different chefs but overall it is consistently the best for miles around. Lovely people too.