Oorja Indian Dining

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  Winky Z

  ·1 month ago

  “Really enjoyed our dinner at Oorja! The food was full of flavour and everything we tried was well executed. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. A great spot for modern Indian food in London.”

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  Hetti

  ·1 month ago

  “Oorja is easily one of the best dining finds in London! The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between modern elegancy and cozy vibrant energy. The team welcomed us warmly and provided attentive service throughout the night. The food was outstanding—the curries were incredibly rich and rich in authentic spices without feeling overly heavy. Highlights were definitely the garlic naan (served fresh and hot) and their signature grilled dishes. Highly recommend for date nights or dinners with friends. We will definitely be back!”

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  Paul Muir-Field

  ·3 months ago

  “Oorja proves that a restaurant doesn't need an extensive menu when every dish is executed with care and confidence. The selection may be relatively concise, but there's more than enough on offer to showcase the kitchen's strengths. I started with the samosa, which was enjoyable and set the tone nicely, but the undisputed star of the evening was the Railway Curry. It was refreshing to be served lamb still attached to the bone, delivering a depth and richness of flavour that simply can't be replicated otherwise. A few skin-on potatoes added welcome texture and substance, feeling like a thoughtful addition rather than a cost-saving measure. The naan was excellent, light, airy and clearly made in-house, with the kind of texture and freshness that elevates any curry experience. Service throughout the evening was attentive, friendly and genuinely helpful especially Lovely who was a delight. The team seemed to take real pride in ensuring guests enjoyed their meal, and there was a sense that everyone wanted to please without being overbearing. One particularly clever touch was the service system. Rather than trying to catch the eye of a busy server, you simply tap the table lamp when you need assistance. It's an elegant solution that enhances the dining experience and allows service to be responsive without constant interruptions. The wine list leans towards New World selections, making it easy to find a pairing for the bold flavours coming from the kitchen. With the Railway Curry, a Shiraz felt like the obvious choice and it complemented the dish perfectly. To finish, I was presented with a sorbet, which was delicious and served as the ideal palate cleanser after a richly flavoured main course. What impressed me most is that, for a restaurant located in a tourist district, Oorja could easily rely on its location alone. Instead, it goes the extra mile with its food, service and attention to detail. They don't need to try this hard, but I'm very glad they do. Highly recommended.”

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  Joseph Hoffman

  ·3 months ago

  “My wife and I are visiting London for our anniversary and her birthday. We love Indian food and wanted to find a unique experience to here. We heard about the Oorja Tiffin lunch experience and it was absolutely incredible. They only offer it at lunch so please make sure to reserve. It’s worth the trip. . Each dish was incredible in its own right. The tikka chicken chops was some of the best chicken I’ve had in my life. The chaat was flavorful and the summer cocktails were both delicately made and full of flavor. Lovie was a great server, and navigated a system issue with grace and still provided us a great experience. They surprised us with a candle and brownie for my wife’s birthday. 10/10 experience. Will come back whenever we are in London.”

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  anya

  ·4 months ago

  “The service was amazing right from walking in and you could just smell how good the food was already! We had tried the paneer rolls (definitely a favourite), chilli chicken, chickpea curry and shrimp curry all of which were unreal. Have to mention the cocktail ‘kesariya’ was incredible🥂 Had a really great time here and will be back to try more, thank you!”

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  Sophie Oliver

  ·5 months ago

  “Come across looking on Google maps trying to find an Indian cuisine before a theatre show. Came across this little gem, great staff, welcoming from arrival and couldn’t do more for you. Lovely touches having light on table to turn on when ready to order and cleansing palette seeds for after your meal. Dishes were lovely, so flavoursome and decent sized, would definitely return again.”

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  Mike Toal

  ·6 months ago

  “Oorja is a Great find on Shaftsbury Avenue, just outside Seven Dials- this is a Fantastic spot to try for truly wonderful Indian food. We stopped in for Lunch on a Saturday - it was busy but not overly so, with a a nice mix of locals, many of them Indian, which is always a good sign for local restaurants. We tried several apps, that were all delicious, and presented wonderfully. All of the food was freshly prepared with great flavour- their Butter chicken was amazing , with a wonderful creamy sauce that paired very well with both Basmati rice and Naan. Desert was nice and light, with a selection of Sorbets. Staff was all extremely friendly and accommodating. Overall a wonderful dining experience. If you are in the Covent Garden/Seven Dials area, be sure to Try Oorja for a meal !!!”

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  Asif Zaman

  ·6 months ago

  “We had a really nice pre-show meal. Only discovered this place to an offer and if in the neighbourhood would go back again. We weren't mega hungry so the portion size was adequate. The staff were super helpful despite being really busy.”

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  C P

  ·6 months ago

  “Came here on a Saturday night. The restaurant was very busy without being overwhelming. We ordered starters, mains and desserts. There’s a lamp on each table. When you want to order something, you tap the lamp which changes the colour and attracts the waiters attention. Such a simple idea, but stops you constantly looking around to get the staff’s attention. The food was good and flavoursome. We particularly liked the crispy potato cakes and aubergine dishes. There’s main dishes were disappointing in size, especially for the price. The desserts were delicious - the icecream was amazing. The brûlée was subtle flavouring but good. We really enjoyed our time here and will try some other dishes we didn’t get to have. Will definitely come back and try again.”

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  Tabitha Webb (Halfpint)

  ·6 months ago

  “Oh my goodness! I’m stuffed! Glorious food and lovely service - we fell into it for a lunch meeting and I love North Indian food. The authentic northern Indian masala chai was so beautiful and the desert - the chair crème brûlée was to die for. Butter chicken was smooth and creamy. Lovely the waitress was friendly and attentive. Very helpful Cocktail topped it off beautifully too”

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