The Colonial British Indian Cuisine Darlinghurst

Naan was absolutely delicious! And the butter chicken was unreal. Definitely recommend for a nice dinner out! Chill atmosphere with a nice street view.

We ordered starters as well as Chicken Tikka Masala, Colonial Chicken Balti and Naan. The food was really tasty and good size portions (enough to take home), never had a bad experience and this was my third time there. Ordered through the fork and they do 50% off between certain hours and days. Service was great too. We’ll be back!

We enjoyed a number of very tasty dishes at The Colonial British Indian Cuisine Darlinghurst. The beef and goat in our curries were extremely tender. Other highlights were the cheese & garlic naan and the chicken tikka & cheese naan. It was the first time we've had naan stuffed with tandoori chicken and it was delicious.

The staff were friendly, cheerful and attentive.

I recently dined at this fantastic Indian restaurant and was truly impressed. The staff's hospitality stood out, making the experience memorable. The accolades that the restaurant has received reflects on its service standard and food quality. Their exceptional service complemented the delicious dishes, and the prices were surprisingly reasonable. Highly Highly recommend! Coming back for more!

The Colonial British Indian Cuisine in Darlinghurst offers a distinctive dining experience that merges the rich flavors of Indian cuisine with British influences, reminiscent of the colonial era. Located on Stanley Street, this restaurant has garnered high praise for its robust and flavorful menu, which features a variety of traditional and forgotten dishes.

Guests frequently commend the restaurant for its excellent execution of classic dishes like Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, and slow-cooked black lentils. The menu also includes unique offerings such as spicy grilled and marinated goat and Amritsari fish fillets, providing a diverse array of options that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices.
The Colonial's ambiance is described as warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for both intimate dinners and larger group gatherings. The restaurant's service is also well-regarded, with many reviewers highlighting the attentive and friendly staff. It's a popular choice for special occasions, business meetings, and casual dining alike.

In addition to dine-in options, The Colonial offers takeaway and home delivery services, ensuring that their delicious meals can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home. They also have a licensed bar and allow BYO wine, adding to the dining flexibility.
Overall, The Colonial British Indian Cuisine in Darlinghurst stands out for its authentic and richly flavored dishes, welcoming atmosphere, and excellent service, making it a must-visit for anyone craving high-quality Indian cuisine in Sydney.

Honestly one of the best restaurants I’ve been to for dinner,the food they served was super diverse and delicious! Beautifully presented and the service? It was also very welcoming,they were very patient with my indecisive orders so it is one of the best restaurants in Sydney.
(I personally recommend Chicken Tikka and Butter one)

Delicious authentic Indian food, rich in flavours, exceptional, friendly service and very reasonably priced. Such a great mix of veg and non veg dishes with some original twists as well. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant - have also been to the Neutral Bay restaurant and it is equally fantastic. Will be back many, many times 🙏

The Colonial British Indian Cuisine is one of the best restaurants I have ever seen. The food quality and the taste makes me wanna visit there more. The spiciness of the food match my taste. And the costumer server is the best. Love to visit when I’m near this restaurant

We love this Indian restaurant. Having lived in India for a period, we’re quite particular regarding the food and how it should taste, and this restaurant ticks all the boxes! I love the Dal Makhani and the stuffed naan is to die for. Everything is delicious and it won’t disappoint!

I came across this restaurant through an Instagram reel. The chefs are brilliant and hardworking, the food is off the charts, the hygiene is 100/10. I have no complaints. 5 stars. Please keep it up.

Great food, friendly service, lovely ambiance! Wow I can’t even describe how amazing the food was truly a 6/5 for me!!! The curry’s were delicious, the naan was fluffy and amazing, and the service was timely and friendly. The cost was also very affordable in my opinion, we paid 77$ for 3 people total. I would very highly recommend checking it out!

I have been to this restaurant a couple of times now, the food has been consistently lovely every visit and the service has been excellent.
I would thoroughly recommend and will be coming back again.

Another great meal Prathan the waiter is a star
I can’t help but keep coming back !!!!

We booked almost 20 people for my birthday, the staff were extremely accommodating, even staying open later to ensure we enjoyed our meal.

Quick service, amazing food, all round fantastic.

Never disappointed with the food here, it is truly amazing. Thank you Pratham for always looking after us!

New amazing location of the colonial restaurant in darlinghurst - now on Stanley street ! Amazing quality food and fantastic service . Doesn’t have that oily greasy feeling after eating a generic Indian meal. Authentic spices and tastes great with beautiful presentation

We had organised my son’s first birthday at the restaurant. From the inception of speaking with Pankaj when requesting for a private area to hold our party, to the time we had walked out of the restaurant after our event, had been an outstanding and unforgettable experience. Given the varying dietary restrictions of myself and the guests, Pankaj ensured our banquet menu would cater for all palates, including gluten free and vegan. Every single dish was not only flawless in quality and texture, but was incredibly delicious and fresh. My dad who is a staunch vegetarian usually questions the integrity of restaurants, and has endless doubts and queries before he orders a single meal on the table. Here, after speaking for a couple of minutes with Pankaj, and being reassured of his ability to adhere to requirements, was a testament to Pankaj’s long standing & successful career in hospitality management.

We expressed that we'd like to hire services of a decorations company to come and set up our area for the party, and Pankaj not only welcomed the idea, but was extremely accomodating in facilitating for this to occur in the best possible way.

His and his crew’s ability to meticulously handle multiple guests’ requests on the night of our party - at a full capacity restaurant, and yet delivering the perfect service all round, is not an ordinary experience one would feel elsewhere. He & his wonderful crew have left an everlasting experience in both mine and my husband’s family’s hearts.

Simply cannot thank your hospitality and kindness for being incredibly attentive and cognisant of all our needs throughout our dealing, Pankaj. Thanks a ton and more, for making our son’s first birthday a night to remember for many years to come!! ♥

Naan was absolutely delicious!(cheese & cheese & garlic). Non veg plater is very nice, OMG goat curry. I love goat curry.
Definitely recommend for a nice dinner out! Chill atmosphere with a nice street view.

Fantastic food and perfect service. My go-to restaurant for authentic Indian food. Wonderful! Try the chicken Balti- outstanding. Very highly recommended

Myself and my partner are we’re in the mood for some proper Indian comfort food and the colonial did not disappoint. With friendly service and an extremely positive and happy owner the whole experience was nothing short of exceptional. It’s safe to say the colonial will be our treat meal for a long time to come

The food was really good! We would especially recommend the goat curry and lamb starters - they were really tender!! The cheese naan was also the best naan I have ever tried! The chicken pakora was a little dry but the chicken tikka masala curry was nice. Service was also lovely - would recommend!! We used “the fork” app as well to get a discount which made it extra good value

The food was excellent. I tried the chicken tikka masala, with rice and naan bread. Amazing flavour. The service was first class, so polite and friendly. 3 stars for atmosphere is solely down to the fact that I went in just before closing on a Sunday night.