MASALA & MALT

You'll find Masala & Malt tucked into the Shopping Centre on Abbey Walk—not the sort of location you'd expect for genuinely good Indian food, but that's half the charm. The kitchen takes itself seriously without the pretension, turning out curries that taste like someone knows what they're doing with their spices. What sets it apart is the malt side of things: they've actually thought about their drinks menu, pairing beers and spirits with the food in a way that feels natural rather than shoehorned in. It's the kind of spot where locals keep coming back because the food's consistent and the staff treat you like you matter.