Moti Mahal

This relatively swanky Northern Indian restaurant near Covent Garden may look like it’s for tourists, but when I saw a half-dozen serious Indian men all dressed in blazers during my lunch, I knew the kitchen wouldn’t be dialing down the garam masala on my account. It’s a culinary journey down India’s Grand Trunk Road, and the creature comforts far exceed whatever you’re used to in the U.S., and the wine list is just as impressive. You can’t go wrong with one of the tasting menus offered during lunch.

Moti Mahal

45 Great Queen Street, London WC2B 5AA; +44 20 7240 9329