Best Idly in London

5 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Kothu Kothu
Kothu Kothu
89/100 (224 ratings)
Restaurants
Chicken Biriyani
manchurian
Mixed Grill Platter
Chicken 65
Mutton Kottu
Mutton Rolls
Chickpea Curry
Vada Sambar
Idly
Eggplant
Watalappam
spring rolls
Paper Roast
Rice
Spicy Chicken Kottu
Biryani
Mutton Kothu Roti
Tea
King Prawn Devil
Empanada
"I remember when I first discovered Kothu Kothu. Myself and my fiancé at the time were planning our wedding day. We wanted something different,..."
Louis Peakes
"This place is so good! We opted for the mutton (+ the starters) and it was amazing - packed full of flavour with a nice kick! I'll defo go back..."
Rosie Bacchus
"Very tasty food! Enjoyed every last mouthful! Would highly..."
Michael Smaldon
"So I went to this place after gym for some quick food. Defiantly coming back...."
Wayne Thomas
"Such yummy food, the mix of flavours was lovely. Would definitely..."
Rachael Callan
"Absolutely amazing food!!!! Well worth..."
Kelly Thompson
"Thoroughly enjoyed my meal each time that I've been here - I personally go for the chicken, but I'm sure that it is all..."
Francesca Corbett
"better Kothu than some other Sri Lankan..."
Pa Nadesan
"Absolutely delicious and so reasonably..."
Amelia Williams
"Thank you for great food at our annual event yesterday..."
Ela Glowacz-Gohil
"Kothu kothu is a stall never to be missed..."
Saku Manuelpillai
"Amazing and..."
Gopi Chand
"..."
Leena Parekh-Sivajee
"Loved the mutton kothu..the masla is perfectly mixed with a good amount of well marinated muttton pieces. Ofcourse its worth mentioning the portion..."
Sunita Basak
"At the Eid Milan event last Sunday organized by Dishoom, I finally get to try out this Sri Lankan stall called Kothu Kothu. In a nutshell, Kothu..."
ET Food Voyage
"At the Eid Milan event last Sunday organized by Dishoom, I finally get to try out this Sri Lankan stall called Kothu Kothu. In a nutshell, Kothu..."
ET Food Voyage
"Very tasty food. The medhu vada was too oily but the rest of the things we tried were very good. The service is fantastic by the two waiters that..."
Srivathsa Sarma (Sam)
"At Kothu Sri Lankan Restaurant and Bar, an evening of culinary enchantment awaited us. My wife and I, alongside our friends, were greeted with..."
Bikram Adhikari
"Must Try Cheesey Kothu! If you’re looking for a tasty Sri Lankan Restaurant, definitely visit Kothu! Great vibes, great food, great price. They do..."
Sinduja Rajan
"We visited here on 23/12/21. Wow what can I say! Fantastic food, wonderful favours. The menu could do with some pictures as we didn't know what a..."
Powder Finger
"Some of the best Kothu in Tooting. Definitely worth adding the cheese for £1. Will be back soon. Thanks..."
Nicholas Arnott-Steel
"A friend and I went for a meal here just after Christmas. The aromas that hit you when you walk through the door are amazing! The menu is simple..."
Candice Jackson
"So, so good. The food is incredible and the service is attentive. Very good prices and very good value for money. Highly..."
David Wolf-Hudson
"Amazing customer service, food was presented really well. Food was really tasty and good spice level as well. Staff were all really friendly, really..."
Gobega Sri
"Food was absolutely lovely. Super tasty. Special shout out and thanks to Deepak. Absolute amazing server and super lovely, he’s a star and a..."
Roshaan Sharpe
"Hidden gem , Flavors are amazing and if you like spicy this is the place for you. Baby Squid Fry, Prawn Puri, chicken curry, Egg Roti were..."
Denis Kudla
"As someone who has tried the same “Mutton Kothu Roti” dish from many places, this restaurant is literally the only place I order this dish from..."
Jehan
"Best devil potatoes in a long while. Great food and price. The visit here following a long day that included spending time at St. George’s A&E..."
Roope Mannikko
"The best curry in Tooting! we love coming to this restaurant for our weekly curry dinner. Food is really tasty and varied, service is attentive and..."
Raquel R
"Love this restaurant, the Kothu is so amazing. If you don't like spice then ask for no spice (as this Kothu is HOT!) The Mango lassi is always my..."
Maya Hazelgrove
"Had a very ambient experience. Owner was very good and nice. Very reasonable prices, and absolutely delicious Sri Lankan food. Felt a lot like home...."
Ovindhi Perera
Everest Curry King
Everest Curry King
87/100 (1947 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Indian
Asian
Indian
Sri Lankan
Sri Lankan
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Chilli Chicken
Poppadoms
Vegetable Curry Selection
Curry
Chicken Curry
Meat Curry Meal
Prawns
Curry Lamb Curry
Lamb
Set Meal and Masala Dosa
Fish
Set Plate
Veg Roll
Chana masala
Meat and Fish Curry Selection
Egg Roll
Chicken biryani
Curryset
Onion Bhaji
Mutton Rolls
Vada
Chicken Curry Set Meal
Idly
Mutton
Rice and Curry
Biryani
Vegetable Rolls
Roti
Sri Lankan Curry
Dosa
Sit down
Indian
Asian
Sri Lankan
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"It is absolutely delicious every time, I’ve lived up the road for most my life and their delicious food, cheap Prices and always lovely staff make..."
Frances Harding
"Well good for those living here & craving for South Indian food. Coconut chutney was really good, a bit spicy though even for an indian, and sambar..."
Nalin Mehta
"Authentic restaurant. No fancy decor. Good selection plus lots of extras. My two year old son loves the rice. Food is very spicey so be warned...."
Alice Makinson
"Its not the most glitzy place in town but those currys are very tasty. Dont be fooled this is not your classic run of the mill curry house, they all..."
Julian Jarrett
"The hottest place to eat in Lewisham, this authentic Sri Lankan restaurant deserves all the recognition it can get. A great selection of dishes..."
Glenn
"A cheap as chips South Indian eatery. Choose your meal from the photos on the wall or from the dishes on display. Don't expect glitz as this is..."
Sian Preece
"Really lovely food; delicious curries and really fresh sides. Service was friendly and they were quite helpful. Exceptionally good value for money,..."
Alex Bewley
"Amazing food with an island vibe! Every dish was well put together and had a unique taste. The outdoor seating area feels like you have been..."
sharan atwal
"Lovely place, delicious food. Presentation was exceptional. Clean environment. Great place for a date Owner was so welcoming. Had the chefs special..."
Lewi V2 Official
"Its a small takeaway box of lamb curry which costs me 9 pounds. From the look of it I think its expensive and not competitive to other takeaways..."
Chi Man Chan
"Food is amazing. Very nice fish curry and mutton roll. They have recently opened a fancier restaurant next to the takeaway one with a very nice..."
Avinash Bhurtun
"Amazing Sri Lankan food; the best I’ve ever had in London I would say. Lovely people and amazing prices too. Highly, highly recommended!!!..."
Rich E
"Been going here for years, the food is amazing and if you like hot stuff (or milder things) then they’ve got you covered. My favourite is the..."
Craig Sullivan (OptimiseOrDie)
"My favourite curry place in London, serioluy I have tried lots of curry , it taste great , fair price , and taste very authentic , can not ask for..."
craig kao
"Incredible. A mixed box of veggie curries and a mutton roll will make you very happy. Aubergine curry is excellent. Not tried new restaurant next..."
Charlie Clayton
"Been here multiple times - an absolute gem. The best curry in all of South London. Hands down. Service is warm & friendly. Food, exquisite...."
Elliot
"Love this place The food is amazing. Rice, vegetable or plain with either 1 meat and 3 veg or 4 vegetable curries. The aubergine is MEGA! The beet is..."
Maxi McNaughty
"The food has all the Indian subcontinent flavours you're looking for! The serving size is generous and the pricing is reasonable. The place can get..."
Sindhu Elluru
"Incredible flavour, value and the nicest people. A true blessing on Lewisham. UPDATE: THEY HAVE A RESTAURANT NEXT DOOR. WE ARE BLESSED ONCE..."
Bald Flavours
"Nice place to eat here lovly serves big selection I will definitely come..."
Dj Smith
"I've been stopping in here for about 15 years or more. Whenever I'm nearby. The mutton rolls are epic. If eating in, the portions are great. Most..."
cm-bsr
"OMG First time I visit thier. Bcz i live Kent Ashford no Sri Lankan restaurant .. Im dieing to eat some Sri lankan food. Its Like Home smell . Taste..."
Kumara Coles
"Everest Curry King has been around for a while as a counter service place, but we ate in the new restaurant area, which I assume the owners saw the..."
Ben N
"Had an enjoyable meal at Everest. The food was delicious with a good menu choice. It was rather busy and the owner tells us they plan to expand and..."
Juny Abraham
"This Sri Lankan restaurant offers delicious foods ! the variety of food is huge but for covid price is higher then before. If you like very spicy..."
Crab Dreamer
Kothu Restaurant
Kothu Restaurant
86/100 (369 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Sri Lankan
Asian
Sri Lankan
Dinner
Lunch
Mutton Kottu
Rice
Mutton Rolls
Biryani
Chickpea Curry
Tea
Vada Sambar
Empanada
Idly
Chicken Biriyani
Watalappam
manchurian
Paper Roast
Spicy Chicken Kottu
Mutton Kothu Roti
King Prawn Devil
Egg Hoppers & Sambal
Mixed Grill Platter
Chicken 65
spring rolls
Asian
Sri Lankan
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
"Very tasty food. The medhu vada was too oily but the rest of the things we tried were very good. The service is fantastic by the two waiters that..."
Srivathsa Sarma (Sam)
"At Kothu Sri Lankan Restaurant and Bar, an evening of culinary enchantment awaited us. My wife and I, alongside our friends, were greeted with..."
Bikram Adhikari
"Must Try Cheesey Kothu! If you’re looking for a tasty Sri Lankan Restaurant, definitely visit Kothu! Great vibes, great food, great price. They do..."
Sinduja Rajan
"We visited here on 23/12/21. Wow what can I say! Fantastic food, wonderful favours. The menu could do with some pictures as we didn't know what a..."
Powder Finger
"A friend and I went for a meal here just after Christmas. The aromas that hit you when you walk through the door are amazing! The menu is simple..."
Candice Jackson
"So, so good. The food is incredible and the service is attentive. Very good prices and very good value for money. Highly..."
David Wolf-Hudson
"Some of the best Kothu in Tooting. Definitely worth adding the cheese for £1. Will be back soon. Thanks..."
Nicholas Arnott-Steel
"Amazing customer service, food was presented really well. Food was really tasty and good spice level as well. Staff were all really friendly, really..."
Gobega Sri
"Hidden gem , Flavors are amazing and if you like spicy this is the place for you. Baby Squid Fry, Prawn Puri, chicken curry, Egg Roti were..."
Denis Kudla
"As someone who has tried the same “Mutton Kothu Roti” dish from many places, this restaurant is literally the only place I order this dish from..."
Jehan
"Best devil potatoes in a long while. Great food and price. The visit here following a long day that included spending time at St. George’s A&E..."
Roope Mannikko
"Food was absolutely lovely. Super tasty. Special shout out and thanks to Deepak. Absolute amazing server and super lovely, he’s a star and a..."
Roshaan Sharpe
"The best curry in Tooting! we love coming to this restaurant for our weekly curry dinner. Food is really tasty and varied, service is attentive and..."
Raquel R
"Love this restaurant, the Kothu is so amazing. If you don't like spice then ask for no spice (as this Kothu is HOT!) The Mango lassi is always my..."
Maya Hazelgrove
"Had a very ambient experience. Owner was very good and nice. Very reasonable prices, and absolutely delicious Sri Lankan food. Felt a lot like home...."
Ovindhi Perera
Namaste India
Namaste India
83/100 (1122 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Bar
Indian
Healthy
Eastern European
Indian
Healthy
Balti
Contemporary
Bar
Pub
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Carrot Halwa
Tawa Fish Fry
Lamb Kotu Parotta
Poppadoms
Noodles
Ice Pop
Dal
Lamb Biryani
Masala Dosa
Chicken 65
Thali
Mutton Rolls
Chicken lollipop
Masala Fries
Mutton biryani
Gobi 65
paneer butter masala
Vada Sambar
Idly
Tandoori Chicken
Sit down
Eastern European
Balti
Indian
Asian
Contemporary
Healthy
Bar
Pub
American Express
Reservations
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Family style
Television
Accepts American Express
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Taking some friends who are planning to visit India, introducing them to South Indian cuisine. The food is delicious, and everyone enjoyed the..."
Anthony Sheehy
"Ordered kadhai paneer(4/5), phulka(5/5) and egg biryani(2/5) Service is 3/5 because it took a lot of time for my food to come. Prices are..."
Shubham Saini
"Best palce to eat foods with taste of Tamilnadu style in east ham. Because I tried the curry it give the feel when i eat in india. You the bill for..."
Manojkumar K
"Went for my girlfriend's mum's 60th birthday and this was honestly a great dinner. Food was exceptional, from the starters to the mains to the tea..."
Luke
"Good Indian restaurant with clean atmosphere and nice staff. Food are good. Chicken Biryani is..."
Rohit Radhakrishnan
"We had a very enjoyable meal at Namaste India. The food was fresh & delicious & the waiter who served us did a very good job. The restaurant itself..."
Julia Button
"Super restaurant with great service. It's mostly South Indian cuisine and the menu is complete with both vegetarian and meat options awesome..."
Raoul
"It was amazing and the food was very enjoyable. Staff were very helpful and kind as..."
Sunnyside up
"Service was excellent and food I'm rating 4 star because the gravies are different taste in different times. (Visting) otherwise biryani, grill..."
dishi raj
"Great food! Especially South Indian recipe. Must try items, Guntur chicken and Thanjavur Salna. Friendly staffs. Highly recommended. One of the best..."
Brio Media
"This is the first time I decided to try Lamb Kotu Parotta and the spice was on point here. It was like eating egg bhurji (spicy Indian scrambled..."
Melinda Warty
"The Kothu Roti is absolutely amazing. The combination of spices, leaves you wanting more. 🤯🤤 After ordering 1 serving. My whole group decided..."
CXN9NE
"Absolutely stunning Indian food!! Loved everything!! Especially idly and vada- chicken curry and rice. It’s full of real Indians so go there for..."
Natallia Voitovich
"Leaving 4* reviews due to 2 x dishes where by I understand its made slightly different from other restaurants I've been too. My lamb biryani was..."
Mohammed Abdullah
Sajee
Sajee
81/100 (9014 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Indian
Sri Lankan
Asian
Indian
Asian
Sri Lankan
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Raita
Masala Dosa
Lamb Biryani
Curry
Hummus Plate
Idly
Lamb
Paneer Masala Dosa
Chicken wrap
Falafel
Chicken biryani
Vegetable Biryani Rice
Mango Lassi
Chicken Skewers and Fries
Thali
Chicken Kothu Roti
Chicken Shish Kebab
Vada Sambhar
Juice
Mixed Meat with Salad and Rice
Rogan josh
Oinions Bahjis
Biryani
Batata Harra
Dosa
Indian
Asian
Sri Lankan
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Cheap Eats
"It’s a great place! The food here is quite delicious and authentic. Love the dosas. Recently tried the kizhi parotta and it was yum. Specially..."
Pattnaik A
"Absolutely loved this spot. Every bite of the dishes was packed full of flavor. We got the lamb masala dosa and spicy chicken roti , both dishes were..."
Erin M
"Sajee is a good south Indian spot in the Lewisham and near by areas. Its minutes walking distance from Lewisham station and stone throw away from the..."
Munira Ali
"Loved ittt! Had Sambhar-Dosa and Rassam. The quantity and quality both were perfect reminded me of home ❤️ Will be back soon!..."
Deepanshi Chopra
"Amazing experience. Food is delicious, service is attentive, friendly and personable - staff are all amazing. Prices are incredible and you get great..."
Sam Ward
"Amazing masala dosa, great price too! The staff are friendly and attentive, will definitely be coming back here..."
Ayushi Tandon
"What an experience!!!!!! We went into Lewisham to find somewhere to eat. We were stood across the road and briefly looked in from a distance, still..."
Goat 1979
"I do like the food here. I've been 3 times now. Service is slightly delayed but overall tastes good. I love the Mango Lassi. Would be better if it..."
cimma1
"What's cool about the spot - This place serves a variety of India foods & Lebanese cuisine. Little did I know I would be taking away with idli and..."
Neeraj Kannoth Jayaraj
"Excellent food - South Indian and Sri Lankan. Clean, friendly and really affordable. They have a special weekend menu on the board outside. I have..."
Penny Smith
"Amazing traditional South Indian food. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially the Dosa. A real hidden..."
kosky
"The food is amazing, and the chef is also very friendly! He always makes special food for us! Would definitely recommend you to..."
Priyam Govil
"Been here today with friends. Honestly the best place to hangout with friends and family. lot of vegan options and also service 10/10. Keep it up..."
Mohammed Imtiyaz
"We were coming home after our monthly grocery shopping when we just walked past it and happened to see ‘dosa served here’ sign. We didn’t go in..."
Vinay Kumar Dahiya
"Great service, friendly and attentive hosts. The food is also excellent and great value for money. Will be visiting..."
Deeksha Gupta
"Best south indian restaurant in Lewisham!! The meat is tender, tasty. The chickpeas curry is rich and creamy. The ognions bajee is crispy. The..."
Lindoo
"Super friendly, very good tasting. Surprising! I chose the Okra Dish. For me too spicy so be careful if you are medium. But my friend didn't find it..."
Stefanie
"Fresh vadai, dosa and sambal, good portion sizes...but if you ask for a medium mutton curry, it will be extra..."
Adonikam Virgo
"Service is very slow, not sure why, but food is great, affordable, tasty, and quantity is also good enough. Definetly..."
Viswanath P