Potli brings the first Indian food bazaar experience to London. Located in the heart of W6, between Hammersmith and Chiswick, Indian restaurant Potli promises a kaleidoscopic Indian food experience like never before. Our authentic menu of curries and other Indian favourites is influenced by marrying exotic spices with local produce. Set in a friendly and casual environment, Potli is committed to serving wholesome and unpretentious Indian food as a shared dining experience. Why not join us to enjoy a curry and a traditional drink and soak up the atmosphere?
Potli- An Indian Market Kitchen
Indian Restaurant in Hammersmith
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Website
http://www.potli.co.uk
Opening Summary
Monday-Thursday:
Lunch: 12:00pm - 2:45pm
Dinner: 6.00pm - 10:30pm
Friday and Saturday:
Lunch: 12:00pm - 2:45pm
Dinner: 6.00pm - 11:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm – 10.30pm (All day dining)
Monday-Thursday:
Lunch: 12:00pm - 2:45pm
Dinner: 6.00pm - 10:30pm
Friday and Saturday:
Lunch: 12:00pm - 2:45pm
Dinner: 6.00pm - 11:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm – 10.30pm (All day dining)
Restaurant Facilities
Smoking Area
Disabled Facilities
Children Welcome
Credit Cards Accepted
Music Played
Outdoor Area
Booking Advisable
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All In London Review
Potli stands out from its peers
As appetizers we are brought poppadoms, with a couple made from rice flour which almost smell and taste like freshly baked bread. The mango, tomato and tamarind chutneys are sweet, the exception being the mint and yoghurt dip. There is an enticing cocktail selection: the gin-based Tamarind Martini has a slight kick to it, while the Potli with gin, basil, cardamon and limoncello is an Indian take on the mojito.
The Pather ke Gosht bowls us over, double marinated lamb leg that has been thinly cut into steaks and cooked on a limestone griddle; we later learn that the double marination technique consists of tenderising the meat initially, then coating in yoghurt before cooking to preserve juices and flavour. The result is soft, juicy meat that bursts with citrus and spice.
The Bharwan Shimla Mirch is mellower; a whole red pepper is stuffed with mild paneer, potato, onion and sultanas, and cooked in the tandoor oven.
The creamy Keralan fish curry has tender chunks of tilapia in a lovely coconut sauce with hints of black pepper, while the Goan pork vindaloo surprises us by immersing tender pork belly chunks in a fiery sauce that hasn’t scrimped on the garlic, cumin or chilli.
A refreshing yet sweet mango kulfi is ideal post-curry, but we’re wowed by a sensual dark chocolate mousse spiced up with cinnamon.
Since opening late last summer word has spread of this unpretentious restaurant - there is almost a full house on the Tuesday we visit, no mean feat given the sheer number of eateries that populate this stretch of King Street. But with such excellent execution in the kitchen this won’t surprise anyone.
The three course meal, including pre-dinner cocktails, poppadoms and wine (a fruity Don Jacobo Rioja Crianza 2007 for £25) adds up to £85 for two.
Reviewed by Leila
Published on May 8, 2012
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