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The King of Brick Lane - City Spice - Brick Lane, London,

City Spice - Brick Lane

4.9 (1171)
£25 and under
Indian
138 Brick Lane, London, E1 6RU

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
As seen on BBC TV, ITV and on the Evening Standard:

We pride ourselves on our award-winning Indian food, great customer service, and a truly luxurious atmosphere in the heart of Brick Lane. Our Michelin-inspired menu has a distinctive Bengali twist, and our expert vegan curry menu is second to none.

From classic dishes to signature creations, we’ve won a host of awards for our Indian food including the Best Restaurant in London 2016. Looking for the best curry on Brick Lane? Take a look at our meat and vegan menu at City Spice.

Below we have listed just some of our achievements as a proud stalwart for hearty, family-infused Indian cooking in London

AWARDS:

OpenTable Top 10 Indian Restaurants in London
BCA Chef of the Year 2021 (Meat category)
AFA Best Restaurant in London 2019
BCA Best Vegan Restaurant 2018
BCA Best Indian Restaurant 2017 and 2018
Currylife Best Indian Restaurant 2016

MEDIA FEATURES:

BBC3 and BBC News
ITV News
Evening Standard
Metro
Timeout
The Guardian

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Pakistani, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Niaz Caan
  • Catering
    We offer both fixed price set menu options as well as our a-la carte offerings for large private bookings. Contact us to find out more.
  • Private party facilities
    City Spice' private floors have a capacity of upto 105 guests, making it the perfect space for company socials, university events and parties. Awarded the Best Indian restaurant in London 2024, City Spice has become the pinnacle for corporate and private events.
  • Neighborhood
    Spitalfields
  • Cross street
    Brick Lane and Woodseer Street
  • Parking details
    There is a car park which is a 30 second walk away as well as parking bays outside the restaurant. Parking in the car park is recommended.
  • Public transit
    Aldgate East Underground, Liverpool Street Underground and National Rail, Shoreditch High Street Train Station,
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • LRF: City Spice 3 Course Offer! Over 60% Off!

    £13.80 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    ENJOY A 3 COURSE MEAL IN THE HEART OF LONDON! ONLY £13! Embark on a culinary journey like no other at City Spice! 🌟 Our off-peak set-menu offer is calling, inviting you to relish a sensational 3-course Indian meal at an unbeatable price. Why settle for the ordinary when you can dine at an award-winning Indian without breaking the bank? 🏆✨ For just £13, immerse yourself in a world of taste with a delectable starter, a mouthwatering main course, a choice of rice/naan and our amuse-bouche poppadoms and chutney tray! Choose from menu favourites like Onion Bhaji, Chicken Jalfrezi, Saag Gosht, Keema Naan, or vegan delights like Chowle Achar and Shobji Kufta Bhujon. Perfect for a flavourful escape during your workday, shopping trip, or casual lunch in the city. City Spice accommodates for: Gluten, Halal, Soy, Dairy, Nuts and many other allergens.
    LRF: City Spice 3 Course Offer! Over 60% Off! Photo
  • THALI THALI! Grab a Thali Platter! (Upto 45% off)

    £18.95 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Diners can opt for this experience and feast on authentic Indian food, eaten the authentic way! From a Thali with upto a 45% discount! An amazing way to sample the very best of award-winning Indian cuisine! Choose from any of the following: MEAT THALI - Chicken tikka masala, lamb bhuna, tandoori chicken, sheek kebab, pilau rice, plain naan and raita. BANGLADESHI THALI - Uribeesi biran, chicken rezala, shatkora dall, desi-fried fish, mix vegetable bhaji, pilau rice and paratha FISH THALI - Fish kofta masala, prawn curry, desi-fried rohi fish, pilau rice, paratha and raita VEGETARIAN THALI - Aloo gobi, daal, saag bhaji, vegetable bhaji, pilau rice, roti and raita. VEGAN THALI - Uribeeshi biran, bombay aloo, begun gatta, chappati, rice
    THALI THALI! Grab a Thali Platter! (Upto 45% off) Photo

What 1,171 people are saying

City Spice - Brick Lane reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • London

    Best Value

  • London

    Indian

  • East London

    Best Overall

  • East London

    Best Food

  • East London

    Best Service

  • East London

    Best Ambiance

  • East London

    Best Value

  • East London

    Great for brunch

  • East London

    Good for business meals

  • East London

    Kid-friendly

  • East London

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • East London

    Good for groups

  • East London

    Hot spot

  • East London

    Great for live music

  • East London

    Great for scenic views

  • East London

    Good for special occasions

  • East London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
City Spice - Brick Lane is highly praised for its "authentic Indian flavors" and "vibrant atmosphere." Guests rave about the standout butter chicken and lamb dishes, noting their "rich, bold flavors." The service is described as "attentive" and "friendly," creating a warm dining experience. Perfect for both casual meals and special occasions.
1,171 Reviews
  1. harold

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    City Spice never lets me down, third visit this year and still my favourite!
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  2. alex

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wasn’t sure what to expect walking into City Spice, but I left seriously impressed. The menu is extensive without being overwhelming, and every dish we tried was beautifully spiced and perfectly cooked. The staff made us feel genuinely welcome, even though the place was packed. First time here, but definitely not the last.
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  3. williamson

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Proper curry, good people, decent prices. What more could you want?
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  4. sweeney

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went with a group of ten and City Spice handled it flawlessly. No delays, no confusion with orders, just great food and smooth service. Everyone loved their meals, from the vegan options to the meat-heavy mains. Special shout-out to our waiter who kept us laughing and made excellent cocktail suggestions. It’s hard to please everyone in a group that size, but somehow they pulled it off.
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  5. scottie

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here with the whole family, including two picky teenagers, and everyone found something to love. The team even offered to adjust spice levels for the kids. That kind of flexibility makes a big difference.
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  6. brandon

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down, the best biryani I’ve had in London. Fragrant, fluffy, and packed with flavour!
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  7. brian

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked City Spice for a special anniversary dinner and it didn’t disappoint. The team made us feel so welcome even surprising us with a celebratory dessert at the end. Every dish had its own personality, and you could taste the attention to detail. It’s rare to find a place that hits every mark, but this one did. Highly recommend for date nights or celebrations.
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  8. amanda

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    City Spice really nails the balance between great food and great service. The team is friendly and knowledgeable without ever being pushy. Spicy, flavorful food beautifully presented. Loved the cozy interior too. A solid choice for a relaxed dinner with friends.
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  9. robert

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lamb was fire, vibes were chill. 10/10 would go again.
    City Spice - Brick LaneResponded 2 days ago
    ​Thank you for your amazing review! The team at City Spice is overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic time with us. We strive to be the best Indian restaurant on Brick Lane, delivering hearty, award-winning cuisine with a vibrant ambiance. Your kind feedback truly means the world to us. We’d love for you to stay connected—please follow us on Instagram (@cityspicelondon) to see more about our dishes, our giveaways and upcoming specials/special events. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Team at City Spice, the King of Brick Lane

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  10. Uchechi

    London1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This has to be the worse place I have gone to eat. I even made a paid booking in advance as I thought the place was cool. On arriving, I was led to a basement/celar downstairs. Everyone was cramped into a tiny space. The curtilaries were dirty. The table covering was dirty. I asked them to give me some drinking water. The glass cup they brought for me was dirty. Everything about the place was unhygienic. I left right away. Customer service is an after thought. I think they are more interested in cramping as much people as they can into a small space to maximize profit. I still don't understand how this place had such positive ratings online.

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FAQs

City Spice - Brick Lane does offer delivery in partnership with Just Eat and Uber Eats. City Spice - Brick Lane also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7247 1012.

City Spice - Brick Lane is rated 4.9 stars by 1171 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. London
  4. East London
  5. Spitalfields

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for City Spice - Brick Lane

138 Brick Lane, London, E1 6RU

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Brick Lane and Woodseer Street
  • Neighborhood
    Spitalfields
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Pakistani, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a car park which is a 30 second walk away as well as parking bays outside the restaurant. Parking in the car park is recommended.
  • Public transit
    Aldgate East Underground, Liverpool Street Underground and National Rail, Shoreditch High Street Train Station,
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Niaz Caan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer both fixed price set menu options as well as our a-la carte offerings for large private bookings. Contact us to find out more.
  • Private party facilities
    City Spice' private floors have a capacity of upto 105 guests, making it the perfect space for company socials, university events and parties. Awarded the Best Indian restaurant in London 2024, City Spice has become the pinnacle for corporate and private events.
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