Rangoli Indian Restaurant & Bar

You'll find this place tucked away on East Prescot Road, where the locals have been keeping it busy for good reason. The kitchen here doesn't mess about – their curries have the kind of depth and heat balance that comes from cooks who actually know what they're doing, not the watered-down stuff you get in tourist traps. The dining room feels properly welcoming without trying too hard, and the staff seem genuinely pleased to see you whether it's your first visit or your fiftieth. They're closed Mondays, which is always a good sign – places that take a proper break usually care more about quality when they're open.