Moti Mahal

Went there for lunch today and couldn't recommend it highly enough - the food was lovely, very well presented and we were extremely well looked after.

The portions weren't huge, but they didn't need to be. We felt very well fed once we were done, and the quality was excellent.

Went here with my boss and she was very impressed - not an an easy feat considering she's dined out at most Covent Garden establishments on business, including J Sheekey and The Ivy.

Excellent food and attentive staff. Would recommend it to anyone that appreciates quality.
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Sam
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Thursday, November 29, 2007

Have been to Moti Mahal a few times and its a crown in indian food. I remember being there the first time in dec 2005 and the service and food was undoubly the best since then.

The chef is a big asset to this place, met him in my last visit and am impressed to see his culinary skills, but i think the service can be uplifted a bit.

Must try the kulfi.... its very different.
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Tina Anand
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Food 10 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Tuesday, September 25, 2007

My husband and I dined at the Moti Mahal on Friday 21st Sept. We thought the decor was great and interesting, the service was also good. Unfortunately the food was awful, everything tasted the same, HEAVY AND SALTY. Indian cuisine is not known for being light but with a great chef it can be and the exorbitant prices meant that it should be. If my local Indian restaurant cooked food this heavy I would not go back. We had one starter between two, one chicken dish, one rice, one nan and three vegteable dishes followed by sorbet (to take the taste away) The bill came to £78
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Anna
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Food 0 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 0
Sunday, September 23, 2007

I looked forward to dining at Moti Mahal, but was disappointed, average indian food at such expensive prices, service was good but nothing outstanding, would only go back if someone else was paying
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Susan - View all reviews by this user
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Food 6 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 4
Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Had a lovely dinner here with my partner. Food was delicious and very imaginatively prepared. Bit pricey but I'd say it was worth it. Service good. Layout of the restaurant is a bit strange but you can see the cooks preparing the food in the kitchen through a big glass wall which is cool.
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Wednesday, August 22, 2007

I left London last year and miss Moti's food greatly. This is the best Indian in London, the chef is great and the food measures up to anything I've eaten in London's finest Indian restaurants.

Aubergine mash is my favourite side dish, there's a great chicken spiced starter that't to die for and the chef's desserts are just out of this world. Seriously, forget the rest, go here and get ready for a great dining experience.
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Iain McN.
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Food was fantastic, it's definately not your typical Indian, the menu was great. I loved the scallops and the rabbit curry. The lobster and seabass was pretty good too. Garlic nans were fab.

Dessert was a little dissappointing, couldn't quite taste the rosewater and something else I can't quite remember.

Service was good but a bit quick to take unfinished drinks and clear the table.

My husband would have liked a bit more Indian background music and of course more food on his plate!
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Asha - View all reviews by this user
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Food 8 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 8
Monday, July 23, 2007

Had to plan a last minute meal and picked Moti Mahal thanks to the meal deal.

Though we booked for 4 people, we ended up being a group of 7 (oh, students). Felt a little out of place at first (wearing jeans and t-shirts, other diners looked like they had chosen this restaurant for a slightly more special meal), but everything turned out alright and the service accommodated nicely.

Two gripes- first, upon arrival there wasn't any sign with the restaurant name inside the restaurant. Since we weren't dressed up, and we walked into a room with tables chock full of glassware and a hostess asking if she could take our coats, we stood there nervously, wondering if we had walked into the wrong restaurant. Had to check the stack of business cards next to the register to make sure!

Second, the heat lamps in the kitchen go on and off, changing the lighting in the restaurant (especially as we were seated near the kitchen window). Got really annoying after the fifth or sixth time. Bright or dim... decide!

Was a decent night; glad I got the pre-dinner deal otherwise I would've been disappointed.
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Lauren - View all reviews by this user
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Food 6 | Service 5 | Atmosphere 1 | Value for money 5
Wednesday, April 25, 2007

Valentine's Day At Moti Mahal, Moti Mahal, Moti Mahal. We repeat the name three times because its a resturant we don't want to forget. The experience was Fantastic and something we think everyone should enjoy.

The service was impressive, as waiters and waitresses were on guard constantly, there was no class without wine or water and the was no empty plate on the table for more than 30seconds. GREAT :-)

For someone undaring the food maybe seen as spicey but to those that love there spices, you havent a problem. The food was GREAT, with various dishes and starter options which we absolutely loved. The atmosphere was somewhat near perfect with dim lighting and a harp playing in the background, great for valentines day we must say. As it was valentines day it doesn't take a genious to know prices are rising, so as for value for money it wasnt too bad, with the service they were offering, we weren't complaining at all.
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Mr Olu & Miss Rosemary
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Food 7 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 5
Thursday, February 15, 2007

Arranged a night out at Moti Mahal for my team (27 in total).

Excellent service right from the word GO!

Received an e-mail confirmation of reservation and had the “Head Chef”

Confirm the menu, which I found very impressive and this only got better when we arrived at the Restaurant.

Attention to detail was the only was I could describe our evening – classy décor, friendly staff and the most amazing food.

This is the only Indian restaurant I have ever recommended and I in my opinion a good evening is priceless, so felt it was worth every penny.

Daljit Hayre

Duty Manager, British Airways.
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Daljit Hayre
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Saturday, January 06, 2007