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16:30 - 23:00
Mon
12:00 - 23:00
Tue
12:00 - 23:00
Wed
12:00 - 23:00
Thu
12:00 - 23:00
Fri
12:00 - 23:00
Sat
12:00 - 23:00
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3.5
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PRICE RANGE
£20.00 – £30.00
CUISINES
Indian, Asian, Balti
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Halal
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"One of the most prestigious and exciting Indian restaurant in Drummond street. As you can see from our less than traditional surroundings, we have taken steps to ensure that you will enjoy your meals in the most pleasant and atmospheric surrounding. Set in the heart of euston.. Our aim is, and has always, to provide the finest in both food and service and the to our gratification. We trust you will enjoy our hospitality. To this extent, we would welcome any suggestions or comments you may have, in order to fulfill your complete satisfaction. Should you find that your favourite dish does not appear on our menu, we will make every attempt to prepare it for you."
PRICE RANGE
£20.00 – £30.00
CUISINES
Indian, Asian, Balti
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Halal
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service
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3.5
357 reviews
Excellent
193
Very good
42
Average
19
Poor
30
Terrible
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tartnjohn
Olney3694 contributions
Feb 2024 • friends
Excellent food and very good service.
9 of us descended on 'the Villa' and although they had been expecting us, we were treated as if we were individuals.
Speedy service, friendly waiters and the food was excellent.
Popadums and drinks were with us very quickly and our food order was taken shortly after the drinks, giving us some time for chat and perusing the menu.
I had the Chicken Pasanda, a mild dish of marinated beaten chicken cooked in a rich sauce of cream, coconut milk, cashew nuts, fresh ginger and other spices. A very mild dish but with bags of taste, it was really tasty. The party had a wide range of different items and everyone felt that it was true value for money.
Certainly one I would we willing to recommend if our experience was anything to go by.
Written 11 February 2024
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drummond villa Ltd
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent dining experience at our restaurant! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party enjoyed our food, service, and atmosphere. It's great to hear that our team was able to accommodate your large group and provide attentive service.
We're particularly glad that you enjoyed our Chicken Pasanda, which is one of our signature dishes. We take pride in our culinary team's ability to create delicious and authentic Indian cuisine using only the freshest ingredients.
We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you and your party again soon. Thank you for choosing our restaurant!
Written 13 February 2024
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OkayTC
London462 contributions
Apr 2022 • couples
Despite the fact Drummond St is under permanent siege due to HS2 a number of Indian restaurants still operate on this famous street and judging by our meal Drummond Villa is one of the best. On our Sunday night visit the restaurant was busy with a variety of guests including a number of tourist groups. Everything we ate was freshly cooked and very moorish. Absolutely not a modern style Indian restaurant such as Chai Thalli or Nasmate in Camden though it sticks to what it does and it does it well. Our meal of 2 mains with rice and bread sides + 3 Cobra beer came to £48 including service. We look forward to going again.
Written 11 April 2022
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drummond villa
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us
Written 16 April 2022
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katietravels2020
Manchester7 contributions
Nov 2022 • family
Tasty food, however small portions for the price e.g. the mixed tandoori grill. All round could have had a bit more meat. The staff were very accommodating especially Riaz. Would recommend. Thank you very much!
Written 5 November 2022
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Marianne M
United Kingdom1 contribution
Oct 2024 • friends
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Tandoori Experience!
We had an unforgettable meal at The Drummond Villa. The tandoori dishes were exceptional, especially the Kala Bhuna which was perfectly cooked with just the right amount of spices. The flavors were authentic, and the presentation was beautiful.
The ambiance was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed meal. The staff were very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, helping me choose the best dishes.
If you’re looking for incredible tandoori food with top-notch service, The Drummond is a must-visit. Highly recommend!
Written 19 October 2024
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drummond villa Ltd
Thank you so much, Marianne, for your glowing review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience with us, especially enjoying our tandoori dishes like the Kala Bhuna. Our team takes pride in delivering authentic flavors and exceptional service, so it’s wonderful to know we hit the mark for you.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another unforgettable meal at Drummond Villa!
Written 20 October 2024
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linzlonglegs
Lymington45 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner last night at Drummond Villa. The food was great, (the chicken shashlik masala was one of the best dishes I have tasted) and the service was really friendly.
We chanced upon the restaurant as we were visiting the Magic Circle nearby and our godchildren voted for a curry. We were not disappointed.
Great food, service and good value.
We would definitely come back when next in the area. Thanks
Written 10 August 2024
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drummond villa Ltd
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted you and your children enjoyed your meal with us. The chicken shashlik masala is indeed a favorite, and we’re glad it hit the spot. It’s great to hear that our friendly service and good value made your visit special. We look forward to welcoming you back next time you’re in the area!
Best regards,
The Drummond Villa Team
Written 15 August 2024
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Bobby K
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • solo
It was my first time visiting the area when I stumbles upon this indian restaurant. I was welcomed with Great service and the menu had options to choose from with reasonably priced menu items.
When the dishes arrived I was satisfied with the portions and the quality of foods. I ordered a chicken bryani, saag paneer and lamb bhuna. All round pleasant experience and will definitely be visiting again.
Written 13 October 2022
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Theo
89 contributions
Nov 2023 • family
I’ve been here multiple times and every time I visit it’s always amazing. To start the staff are so friendly and always visit our table. They also greet us very well upon arrival. We ordered drinks the soft drinks and wine bottles are straight out of the fridge that is visible from the dining room. The beer is from the cooled taps. We got the food ordered and I had chicken tikka masala with rice. The chicken had been pan fried before going in the most delicious curry I’ve ever tasted. It was at the perfect temperature and only took 15 minutes to arrive from order! The naan bread was delicious was cut and in a perfect portion size plus my rice had a good portion size and was ready to eat upon arrival. Overall if you are visiting London on the train you have to come here for your tea! You won’t regret it!
Written 17 November 2023
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drummond villa Ltd
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had consistently amazing experiences at our restaurant. Our team takes great pride in providing friendly service and ensuring our guests have a memorable dining experience. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the chicken tikka masala, and we appreciate your compliments on the prompt service and well-prepared dishes. We look forward to welcoming you back on your future visits to London!
Written 5 December 2023
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Olga G
4 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
We decided to have dinner at this restaurant completely randomly. It had a few more customers than other places, so we thought it may be ok. The place is disgusting. We were so hungry but we couldn’t finish the meal. We ordered butter chicken and tandoori chicken - both were beyond gross. Butter chicken was sugary sweet, lacked any flavor.. Tandoori chicken was not cooked in a tandoori oven, it was burnt outside and raw inside. Potato naan was the worst I have ever tried. Please save time and money and go some place else. My partner and I both agreed that this was the worst Indian we ever had, globally .
Written 29 September 2024
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drummond villa Ltd
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your recent dining experience did not meet your expectations. At Drummond Villa, we pride ourselves on providing quality food and excellent service, and it’s disappointing to learn that we fell short during your visit.
We apologize that the butter chicken and tandoori chicken were not up to standard. Your comments about the food's taste and preparation are concerning, and we will be reviewing them with our kitchen team to ensure improvements are made. It's especially important to us that our dishes are prepared with authenticity and care, and we will address the issues you’ve raised.
We hope you might consider giving us another opportunity in the future, as we would love to provide you with the high-quality experience that so many of our customers enjoy.
Warm regards,
The Drummond Villa Team
Written 30 September 2024
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Rebecca O
1 contribution
May 2023 • friends
This place had freshly prepared food. The service was impeccable. I had the Fish Korahi which was absolutely delicious and good value for money. Try this place if you want authentic Indian food made with unmatched skill at a reasonable price
Written 30 May 2023
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Paul C
Aberdeen45 contributions
Nov 2022 • couples
I’ve been visiting Drummond Villa for around ten years now and it is our go to restaurant when in London. Due to covid, it had been a while so it was on overdue visit and ine we made on our way home from an overseas holiday. We were welcomed at the door by a lovely gent who then took our order and sat chatting with us as we waited - it was takeaway this time due to time constraints - he also made suggestions on the menu that my wife took up and enjoyed very much!
As always, the food was spot on. Cooked to a good hot temperature and full of great flavours. It was well packaged too and still piping hot when we sat down to enjoy it. The bread, we forget the name, was magic. Out first taste of it and hopefully not the last if we can get the name!
The restaurant itself also seemed a little brighter and fresher and the menus and associated parts were all new too.
Hopefully we’ll be back much sooner - give it a try when you’re in the area.
Written 10 November 2022
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snt
New York City16 contributions
Jun 2023 • friends
Bad indian food, definitely not 4+ stars as mentioned on Google reviews. Far from what true Indian food actually tastes like. The food was very oily, lacked any flavor. The service was nice though and the place was relatively clean, but one star because the food tasted really bad and I want to highlight this fact to most unsuspecting customers coming here for the good food.
Written 3 June 2023
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drummond villa Ltd
We're sorry to hear about your experience. We take all feedback seriously and strive to improve. Our aim is to provide authentic and delicious Indian cuisine. We appreciate your input and will work to enhance our offerings. Thank you for acknowledging our service and cleanliness. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with a better dining experience in the future.
Written 12 August 2023
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Keith R
1 contribution
Jul 2024 • friends
Visited London from Glasgow and wanted to see how the Chicken Tikka Masala compared to back home. It was delicious! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavourful & sweet, but not too sweet. Top notch!
Written 25 July 2024
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drummond villa Ltd
Dear Keith,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Chicken Tikka Masala. It's always great to know our dishes compare favorably to those from Glasgow. We take pride in the tenderness of our chicken and the balanced flavors of our sauce, so your feedback means a lot to us.
We hope to welcome you back next time you're in London!
Best regards,
Mohammad Ahmed
Drummond Villa
Written 26 July 2024
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bronnieseeger
Taunton34 contributions
Jul 2024 • solo
Travel for business and stay over in London. Been to this restaurant before and raved about the Meat Thali. Returned today because fancied a Meat Thali. Got looking at the menu and chose instead to go for a Lamb Shank.....O My Word!! Amazing! Meat fell off the bone the flavourings were not overpowering, it was perfection!
Written 30 July 2024
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drummond villa Ltd
Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that both the Meat Thali and Lamb Shank impressed you so much. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the flavors and tenderness of the lamb. We look forward to your next visit and serving you more of our specialties.
Best regards,
The Drummond Villa Team
Written 1 August 2024
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Salvika B
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • none
We ordered butter chicken which was surprisingly light yellow in color with butter on the top floating separately and we also ordered murgha masala which had gravy filled with thick eggs in it.. if u call this authentic Indian then I am sorry as murgha masala never has big eggs floating in it. we called the waiter to inform him and ask him about the same very politely so he replied by saying "this is for the whites" and not for you and this is not an indian restraunt and i was so surprised to here this from the waiter himself. i asked him back for the racist remark that he made plus also asked about the board outside that states authentic indian cuisine. how can u use authentic indian cuisines and indian food and run a business but pass these cheap remarks to fellow indians themseleves. what a waste of money, wasted my 50 pounds. please avoid this restraunt as they have no manners and trust me the food was awful. i want the owner to get in touch with me and apologize and make their staff understand otherwise you wont be able to survive in the market for long after such a pathetic staff attitude and food
shame owner
shame staff
worst food
wasted my night here
Written 29 February 2020
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David O
12 contributions
Jan 2024 • solo
I have had the pleasure of eating here on several occasions over the past couple of years and the food and hospitality have been consistently excellent. I particularly enjoyed this evening’s visit and the opportunity to talk about places to visit in Bangladesh, a beautiful country I, and my wife, have been thinking of visiting for some time. Thank you all for another memorable visit. I have been to one or two other restaurants in Drummond Street over the years but this has to be best. Above all, the food is delicious!
Written 10 January 2024
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drummond villa Ltd
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review with us! We are thrilled to hear that you have had a consistently excellent experience at our restaurant and that the food and hospitality have been top-notch. It's always gratifying to hear that our efforts are appreciated by our valued customers like you.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed discussing places to visit in Bangladesh. Bangladesh is indeed a beautiful country with a rich culture and history, and we're sure you would have a fantastic time exploring its many wonders. If you have any questions or need further recommendations, please don't hesitate to ask.
Once again, thank you for choosing to dine with us, and we look forward to serving you again soon!
Written 24 January 2024
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