Gurkha Lounge

You'll find Gurkha Lounge tucked away on Friars Street, in that stretch where the city's independent spots cluster together. This isn't your standard curry house—the menu reads like someone's actually thought about what makes Nepalese and Indian food distinct, rather than just playing it safe with the usual suspects. The rating speaks for itself: nearly 120 reviews at 4.9 stars is the kind of score that tells you locals keep coming back because the food's genuinely good, not because it's the only option. The kitchen clearly understands heat, balance, and how to build proper flavour.