The Tava Shop Croydon

Walk into The Tava Shop on Croydon High Street and you're immediately clocked by the smell of ghee and char. This isn't the kind of place that's trying to be precious about Indian food — it's honest, straightforward cooking that respects the technique without overthinking it. The menu leans into what the name promises: tava-cooked breads that arrive at your table still crackling, paired with curries that have proper depth rather than just heat. You'll see locals queuing at lunch, families packing the tables on weekends, and groups of mates turning up mid-week for something substantial and unfussy.