Malabar Kitchen

You walk into Malabar Kitchen and it's clear this isn't your standard high street curry house. The kitchen takes itself seriously here, working with proper spices and technique rather than just turning up the heat. On Vicarage Street, they've carved out a space where you can taste the difference between knowing Indian food and just serving it. The fact that regulars keep coming back—and bringing mates—tells you everything. Whether you're after something familiar or willing to venture into less obvious territory, there's a respect for the food that comes through in every plate.