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Malabar, London,

Malabar

4.3 (76)
£26 to £40
Contemporary Indian
27 Uxbridge Street, London, W8 7TQ

About this restaurant

  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
Family run independent Malabar has been serving precisely prepared Indian food in the heart of Notting Hill Gate since 1983 . Smoky sizzling dishes from the tandoor, creatively spiced curries and vegetarian dishes in intimate, stylish and lively surroundings.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer catering, please contact us to discuss how we can spice up your event.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private room available to seat up to 30 people.
  • Neighborhood
    Kensington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Notting HiIl Gate, Central Line Underground station.
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 76 people are saying

Malabar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

76 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfection

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  2. SimoneB

    London7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 30, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The only negative is my husband eats to much and snores all night

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  3. PenelopeW

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 27, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always of the very highest standard, charming staff and there is no piped music, so you can each other speak. Could not recommend the Malabar higher.

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  4. Oliver VIP

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 23, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a very good meal - brought 4 friends - excellent harra murg and bindi

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  5. PeterC

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 21, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food, very good service, good location, a good night out and refreshing different from the standard curry house fare - good value too

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  6. FlavieR

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 10, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good and tasty !I had the vegetarian one, Highly recommended !

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  7. NOLAmom VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area50 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on December 31, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    So disappointed. The service was desultory, the food was bland, boring and not even hot. Vegetables were overcooked.

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  8. PeterT

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 19, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food in a very pleasant atmosphere. Have been here on number of occasions and always had a good experience.

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  9. AlexiCS VIP

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 10, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My favourite Indian restaurant in London. Delicious, clean food, excellent value.

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  10. JohnB

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 9, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Malabar. Great food and nice staff. Been going there for years.

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FAQs

Malabar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7727 8800.

Malabar is rated 4.3 stars by 76 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. West London
  5. Kensington

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Google Map for Malabar

27 Uxbridge Street, London, W8 7TQ

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kensington
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Notting HiIl Gate, Central Line Underground station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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