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London, United Kingdom

Darjeeling Express

CuisineIndian
Price£££
Dress CodeSmart Casual
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseLively
CapacityMedium
Michelin
The Good Food Guide
Chef's Table

Darjeeling Express serves Indian cooking rooted in authentic Bengali home cooking, with Kosha Mangsho, Royal Thali and Tangra Prawns among its signatures.

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Address
Top Floor, Kingly Ct, Carnaby, London W1B 5PW, United Kingdom
Phone
+44 20 3375 3772
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Darjeeling Express restaurant in London, United Kingdom
About

Kosha Mangsho, Royal Thali and Bengali home cooking

Kosha Mangsho, Royal Thali and Tangra Prawns frame the kitchen around Indian cooking rooted in authentic Bengali home cooking. Michelin awarded a Plate in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Top Floor, Kingly Ct in Carnaby

Top Floor, Kingly Ct, Carnaby puts Darjeeling Express in a standalone restaurant format with an open kitchen. Lunch and dinner both fit the schedule, with leisurely pacing shaping the meal.

Craft cocktails, beer and smart casual dress

Channa Chaat, Paneer Korma and Bhapa Doi sit alongside craft cocktails and beer. The restaurant runs upscale casual service with smart casual dress and a lively noise level.

Signature Dishes
  • Kosha Mangsho
  • Royal Thali
  • Tangra Prawns
  • Channa Chaat
  • Paneer Korma
  • Bhapa Doi
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The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

  2. Chef's Table Featured on Chef's Table

    Chef's Table

  3. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

  4. The Good Food Guide GFG Good

    The Good Food Guide

  5. Michelin Plate

    Michelin

At a Glance
Vibe
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Lively
  • Sophisticated
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Special Occasion
  • Celebration
  • Group Dining
Experience
  • Open Kitchen
  • Standalone
Drink Program
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Beer Program
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Noise LevelLively
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingLeisurely
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
12–11 PM
Tuesday
12–11 PM
Wednesday
12–11 PM
Thursday
12–11 PM
Friday
12–11:30 PM
Saturday
12–11:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Light-filled, airy space with creamy butter-colored walls, high ceilings, wood floors, and marble-topped tables; open kitchen visible to diners creating an engaging, lively atmosphere.