Indian Summer

You'll find this polished Indian restaurant right on East Street, where the aromas alone will convince you to abandon whatever dinner plans you had. The menu reads like a greatest hits of subcontinental cooking, but executed with the kind of care that makes you remember why you fell for these flavours in the first place. The kitchen clearly knows its way around a tandoor, and they're not shy about using proper spicing that actually builds layers rather than just heat. Whether you're after a reliable curry night with mates or trying to impress someone who thinks Brick Lane is the pinnacle of Indian food, this place delivers without the tourist trap nonsense. The weekend lunch service is particularly smart if you fancy starting your East Street wandering with something more substantial than a pint.