Lahore Karahi — Review by Eating With Tod
London, United Kingdom — Pakistani
Lahore Karahi is a 30-year-old Pakistani curry house institution in Tooting, London, specializing in sizzling mixed grills. The reviewer praised the perfectly cooked lamb chops and standout chicken wings with exceptional charred crusts. They offer a 30% discount on Uber Eats orders over 15 pounds.
What was great: Lamb chops with crispy edges and tender meat with strong curry spices, chicken wings with blistering charred crust that fall off the bone, sizzling meat platters cooked over tandoor and finished on the grill
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
The meal centered around Lahore Karahi's signature mixed grills, showcasing their expertise in tandoor cooking. The lamb chops arrived super crispy around the edges while maintaining tender, juicy meat inside, with curry spices hitting hard with each bite. However, the chicken wings completely stole the show, featuring a blistering charred crust with meat that literally falls off the bone. The preparation method involves loading meat onto skewers, slow cooking them in the tandoor, and finishing them over flames on the grill, a process overseen by a dedicated grill master.
The Experience
The restaurant delivers a proper old school Pakistani curry house atmosphere that has made it a Tooting institution for over 30 years. The sizzling sound of the meat platters arriving at tables creates an exciting dining experience, with the constant activity of the grill master adding to the authentic, lively vibe. Locals clearly flock here regularly, testament to the consistent quality and traditional approach.
Value & Pricing
The restaurant offers excellent value, particularly through their Uber Eats partnership providing 30% off orders over 15 pounds. This makes their premium grilled meats even more accessible for those ordering for delivery.
Notable Moments
The chicken wings literally fly off the bone like they're on a first-class flight back to Pakistan
I love it
The Verdict
Lahore Karahi represents exactly what you want in a traditional Pakistani curry house: authentic preparation methods, consistently excellent execution, and meat that's cooked with obvious expertise. This restaurant is perfect for anyone craving genuine mixed grills, whether dining in or ordering delivery, and the Uber Eats discount makes it even more compelling for takeaway lovers.