Indian Zilla is Barnes' latest restaurant. It opened at the end of August in the premises formerly occupied by The Barnes Grill. It is chef Manoj Vasaikar's third restaurant in his growing chain that already includes Indian Zing and Indian Zest. Zilla means 'small district' in Hindi, and was inspired by its location in the 'small district' of Barnes.
Dishes at Indian Zilla display Manoj's signature lightness of touch and understanding of flavour. The tandoori oven is used imaginatively, not only for the obvious candidates such as chicken and lamb, but also for fruit (figs served with apple crumble for example) and vegetables (aubergine & paneer). They include his signature Vegetable Bhanavla (a modern take on the onion bhaji), Mussel Rasam, (mussels simmered in a tomato and tamarind broth) and Khyber Pass Raan (braised shank of lamb in a strongly spiced gravy).
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily and also provides take-aways.
2-3 Rocks Lane, SW13 0DB, 020 8878 3989
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Opening hours:Monday - Saturday: 12 noon to 3:00 p.m and 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
