WHEN Mumbai’s best seafood restaurant opens a branch in London, the expectations are naturally high. And Trishna, which boasts an authen-tic flavour of the Indian coastline with a British twist, does live up to the hype of its sister restaurant in India.
Tucked away in a leafy central London street, the restaurant’s unusual green hue lures you into a very welcoming earthy hideaway. I recommend starting with one of the innovative cocktails or mocktails, preferably one of the bizarre ones like the Asian Mary or Chai Martini.
There are some very generous set menus on offer but going a la carte to try a wider variety of dishes is a better option.
The Venison seekh kebabs quite literally melt in the mouth. For fish-lovers, the Haryali bream does not disappoint. But save some of your appetite for the mains, where you can choose between Tandoor roasted market fish, Isle of Shuna mussels and Dorset brown crab. The seafood biryani is a must have.
The non-fish eaters and vegetarians have the likes of Tandoori guinea fowl, dum lamb curry, Hyderabadi dal and spinach and dill to choose from.
If desserts are your thing, try out one of Trishna’s spiced ice creams. Alternatively, skipping straight to the liqueur coffees might be a better idea.
Trishna’s biggest draw is its spacious interiors that offer guests the choice between a quiet romantic meal or a quick one on-the-go at the Koliwada or Fisherman’s Table. At an average £45-50 per head with drinks, it is a pricey yet special meal.
– Aditi Khanna
Dining was at: 15-17 Blandford Street,
Marylebone Village,
London,
W1U 3DG. Tel: 020-7935 5624, www.trishnalondon.com
