Five Fingers — Restaurant in London

We recently had the pleasure of hosting our daughter’s engagement lunch at Five Fingers restaurant, and they truly exceeded our expectations! Coming from the United States, we had never experienced South Indian food of this caliber before—it was simply outstanding.

The customized lunch buffet was an absolute delight, featuring authentic flavors and perfectly balanced seasoning that brought back the essence of home. Every dish—from the avial, kootu, poriyal, and vegetable pulao to the richly flavored arachuvitta sambar and the irresistibly delicious pineapple kesari—was crafted with great care using high-quality ingredients. As a special touch, guests were offered a choice between filter coffee and masala chai. I opted for the filter coffee, which was exceptional, while my husband, who chose the masala chai, had nothing but praise for it.

Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the variety and taste of the spread. The owner, Mr. Vimal, was incredibly professional and went above and beyond to ensure everything was seamless. If you’re looking for outstanding South Indian cuisine for an event or just to enjoy a meal with your friends & family Five Fingers is the perfect choice. Highly...

Five Fingers is an exceptional Indian Restaurant!

Beyond the modest exterior decor, Five Fingers distinguishes itself from the usual high street Indian restaurant on a number of levels.

The food is fresh, distinctive and delicious.The menu is South Indian and includes many excellent specials and starters that you simply won't find elsewhere, including palak and kale papdi chaat and chicken 65 as well as interesting and delicious twists on staples such as onion pakora. Even their poppadoms are prepared and served in a distinctive way.

An entire page of the menu is devoted to their dosas including an enourmous plain dosa, and others made with paneer or onion.

The main dishes include old-school favourites such as butter chicken, madras, tandoori and biryani - all of which are exceptional.

The staff are also great. The host Vimal is welcoming, relaxed, and knowledgable and passionate about the food and the service.

I've been a few times now and most recently made a group booking for my birthday. The combination of the warm welcome and great food made it a lovely occassion!

Thanks Vimal and team - see you...

I visited this amazing Indian restaurant with my wife and two daughters, all the way from Greece, and let me tell you, it was an unforgettable experience! This was our first time trying Indian cuisine, and Punm, the wonderful lady who looked after us, made it extra special. She understood that we were new to this type of food and took the time to explain the dishes, their flavors, and the rich culture behind them.

Throughout the meal, she ensured we were comfortable and having a great time. When one of my daughters found the food a bit too spicy, Punm quickly brought us lasi to cool things down—it was absolutely delicious!

We ordered Chicken Korma, Butter Chicken, Peshwari Naan, and Saffron Rice, and every single dish was bursting with flavor. The balance of spices, creaminess, and sweetness was incredible, leaving us completely satisfied.

The service, the hospitality, and the food all exceeded our expectations. This was not just a meal but a delightful cultural experience. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking to try authentic...