• Indian Essence Petts Wood: Discovering India’s unexplored cuisines and hidden regional dishes.

Discover India’s Unexplored Culinary Heritage

Journey Through Authentic Regional Flavours

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Our approach to contemporary Indian cooking is one of humility and elevated simplicity. We rely less on heavy oils and overwhelming heat, focusing instead on the expert balance of authentic regional spices and fantastic quality ingredients.

Discovering India’s Hidden Culinary Treasures

Above all, our kitchen operates with honesty and passion. We aim to enchant every guest who walks through our doors with the warmth of genuine Petts Wood hospitality, alongside vibrant Indian cuisine of the highest calibre.

We have a wide selection of dishes for vegetarian food lovers, and can gladly cater for most dietary requirements.

Chef Atul Kochhar was the first Indian chef to receive a Michelin Star, a testament to his pioneering vision and dedication to culinary excellence.

Highlights from Our Unexplored Cuisine Selection

KARARA KEKDA
Soft Shell Crab with Corn and Apple salad

MAKALI FRY
Crisp Fried Squid with Chillies and Lime

TIRANGA MURG
Basil Infused Grilled Chicken Fillets, Mango Pickle Marinated Chicken Kebab & Crisp Fried Chicken Salad

TANDOORI HARI GOBI AUR PANEER
Paneer & Brocolli Grilled with Cheese & Chilli marinade

TANDOORI MURG
Half Spring Chicken with Mace and Cinnamon Marinade

MACCHI AMRITSARI
Fish N Chips – Codling in Crisp Batter with Cumin Peas and Tomato Chutney

MURG MAKHNI
Tandoori Chicken Tikka in Creamed Tomato and Fenugreek Sauce

ROGAN JOSH
A Classic Spicy Lamb Curry from Kashmir

XACUTTI STEAK
Goa Style Sirloin Steak with Pepper-Coconut Sauce & Coriander Chips

BHAPA DOI
Rose and Raspberry Scented Steamed Yoghurt Pudding

CHAKLET AUR ELAICHI
Dark Chocolate Fondant with Cardamom Ice Cream

SAEB KA MEETA
Cinnamon Apple Crumble with Custard


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HOURS

Monday to Friday
Lunch: 12noon — 2:45pm
Dinner: 5:30pm — 10pm

Saturday
Lunch: 12noon — 3pm
Dinner: 5:30pm — 10:30pm

Sunday
Lunch: 12:30pm — 3:30pm
Dinner: 5:30pm — 9:30pm

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