Madhus
Madhu’s is something of a Southall institution. Still managed by the Anand brothers who opened it over 25 years ago, it is a popular destination with Punjabi families, adventurous non-Asians, and critics (it’s won several foodie awards). Its look is contemporary – illuminated glass panelling, shiny black granite flooring, black leather chairs, and white table linen neatly arranged by waitresses in saris. The cooking is Punjabi with a Kenyan twist (the Anands are from there). Most popular of the Kenyan dishes are nyamah choma – lamb spare ribs marinated in lemon and chilli before being chargrilled in a tandoori (a Masai warrior dish, apparently), and the brilliantly-named buzi bafu – lamb chops simmered in the house onion and tomato sauce. Pick of the Punjabi offering is the perfect jeera chicken starter. The home made almond kulfi is near-divine.
Average Price:£24 and under
Madhus Summary
Cuisine : Indian/ Punjabi Opening Times : Mon and Wed - Fri 12:30pm - 3pm & 6pm - 11:30pm
Sat and Sun 6pm - 11:30pm
Closed Tues Nearest Station : Osterly Payment Options : All major cards except Diners Average Price : £24 and under
Restaurant Group Information
Madhu’s is not only a popular local restaurant but a successful Asian wedding catering company, working with big name venues such as the Sheraton Skyline and London Hilton. The team here knows exactly how to cater for private and corporate events, and offer an excellent range of party menus. The goldleaf-decorated second-floor VIP room seats groups of 38; the main upstairs dining room fits 55 people; and the entrance dining room, 40. Both in-house bars are suitable for small groups for pre and post meal drinks. Families are very welcome; children’s menu and highchairs provided. Wheelchair access.
Signature dish: Jeera chicken (on-the-bone and roasted with cumin seeds).
Trivia fact: Madhu’s is a Best In Britain Awards (BIBA) Top 30 Asian Restaurant 2006.
Room Types
Main Restaurant
Seating 1 - 110
Standing 30 - 30
