Gymkhana
Indian · London · Michelin Two Stars · Chef Karam Sethi
Two Michelin star Indian restaurant from the Sethi family (JKS Restaurants), inspired by the elite gymkhana clubs of colonial India. Executive Chef Siddharth 'Sid' Ahuja presents refined North Indian cuisine with seasonal game and tandoor specialties. First Indian restaurant in London to earn 2 Michelin stars (February 2024). Features '42 Cocktail Lounge' above. Known for 40-45 dishes on menu. Sibling restaurants include Trishna and Brigadiers. Offers Gymkhana Fine Foods retail line. Expansions to Dubai (2022), Riyadh (2023), US upcoming.
42 Albemarle Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4JH, London
- Two Michelin Stars
- National Restaurant of the Year
Menu
Tasting Menu
- Gymkhana Set Lunch (65) — Indian set lunch menu. Albemarle Street, Mayfair. Flavors drawn from the breadth of India.
- Gymkhana Tasting Menu (155) — Indian tasting menu. Tandoor, grill, and curry dishes. Mayfair.
Wines
- Champagne by Glass (22) — Premium selection. Source: gymkhanalondon.com
Dishes
- Chicken Tikka (26) — Kasoori chicken tikka
- Venison Biryani (42) — Muntjac venison biryani
- Wild Muntjac Biryani (42) — Wild venison slow-cooked with fragrant spices, onions, tomatoes and rich saffron rice, dramatically sealed in pastry crust, cooked on dum. Opened tableside.
- Amritsari Shrimp, Lobster and Queenie Scallops (32) — With dill raita
- Butter Chicken Madras (28) — Refined version - tandoor-grilled chicken in tomato and butter sauce, frequently mentioned as exceptional
- Paneer Tikka (18) — Marinated paneer from the tandoor
- Roomali Roti (5) — Thin handkerchief bread from the tandoor
- Kashmiri Lamb Rogan Josh (28) — Classic Kashmiri lamb curry with aromatic spices
- Mango Kulfi (10) — Traditional Indian ice cream with mango
- Basmati Rice (5) — Fragrant steamed rice. Source: gymkhanalondon.com
Cocktails
- Gin & Tonic Selection (16) — Extensive G&T menu. Source: gymkhanalondon.com
- 42 Cocktail Lounge Signature (18) — Indian-inspired cocktails with ingredients like Banasura peppercorns, Chaprah chutney (weaver ants)
- Rare Whiskey Selection (28) — Premium spirits at 42 Cocktail Lounge. Source: gymkhanalondon.com
- Masala Chai (5) — Traditional spiced tea. Source: gymkhanalondon.com
The Experience
Expect an intimate atmosphere. The meal is structured around à la carte dining and a tasting menu. A good fit for celebrations.
- Occasion: Celebration
- Atmosphere: Intimate
- Format: À la carte, Tasting menu
Phone: +44 20 3011 5900
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