Haandi

This East African restaurant group has two London outposts (in Knightsbridge and Edgware) and serves mainly North Indian staples. Decor is a mix of weathered cane furniture and potted plants, against a backdrop of beige, with an open kitchen providing some visual distraction. Its proximity to Harrods keeps Haandi busy with wealthy shoppers and business groups.

Dishes range from aloo chaat and garlic-laden kaka-di-lamb curry, skewered chicken cubes (tandoori burra kebabs), palak paneer, chicken kesari korma and chandni chowk ka keema – spicy minced lamb with fresh peas, onions, tomatoes and chillies.