Searching for the best Indian restaurant in Ilkeston? Himalayan Kitchen is a family-run Indian restaurant, bar and takeaway on Granby Street in Ilkeston town centre — rated 4.9/5 on Google by the people of Ilkeston, with a 5/5 Food Hygiene rating. Every curry, grill and naan is cooked fresh to order by Chef Bhuwani Acharya — our dad — while the rest of the family looks after you front of house. The dish people mention most in reviews? The service.
All your Indian favourites, done properly
From a rich, creamy Chicken Tikka Masala to a fierce Vindaloo, our Indian Classics menu covers every style: Korma, Karahi, Balti, Rogan Josh, Pasanda, Dhansak, Bhuna, Madras, Palak, Jalfrezi and slow-layered Biryani — each available with vegetables, vegan base, chicken, chicken tikka, lamb, fish or king prawns. Portions are generous, spice levels are yours to choose, and nothing is reheated.
From the tandoor
- Himalayan Special Mixed Grill — chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, seekh kebab and lamb chops on one sizzling platter, £15.95.
- Royal Lamb Chops — six chops in yoghurt, mustard oil and garam masala, £14.50.
- Chicken Tikka Shashlik — skewered with mixed peppers from the clay oven, £13.95.
- Fresh naans — garlic, chilli-cheese, peshwari, keema and more, baked to order from £2.95.
Browse the full menu with prices — including starters, rice, sundries, a kids menu and a Special Meal for 2.
Curry night, family dinner or takeaway at home
Dine in our restaurant and bar with cocktails and Cobra on draught, book a family table (Sundays from 3pm are perfect — kids menu available), or order online for Indian takeaway delivered across Ilkeston, Kirk Hallam, Cotmanhay and nearby villages. Collection is always ready fast from Granby Street, opposite Dominos.
Why Ilkeston keeps coming back
We could tell you about the service ourselves — but it means more coming from our guests. Live reviews, straight from Google:
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Find us in Ilkeston town centre
First floor, 41–43 Granby Street, Ilkeston DE7 8HP — opposite Dominos. Open Tuesday to Sunday evenings, Sundays from 3pm. Call 0115 913 7777 to book or ask us anything.
Indian restaurant Ilkeston — your questions answered
Do you deliver Indian food in Ilkeston?
Yes — order online and we deliver hot across Ilkeston and surrounding areas, or collect from Granby Street.
Can I book a table for a group?
Of course — groups are welcome. Book online or call 0115 913 7777; for larger parties, calling ahead helps us seat you together.
How spicy is the food?
Entirely up to you — from mild kormas and pasandas to madras and vindaloo. Tell us your heat level and we’ll cook to it.
Is there something for kids?
Yes — a dedicated kids menu (chicken nuggets & chips, chicken tikka & chips) plus mild curries and fresh naans little ones love.
What makes you different from other Indian restaurants in Ilkeston?
We’re Nepalese-Indian: alongside every classic you know, our menu carries hand-folded momos and Himalayan specials you won’t find elsewhere in town — see our Nepalese restaurant in Ilkeston page.