Punjabi Lounge

Punjabi Lounge on York Road brought North Indian grill cooking to an off-high-street location in central Ilford, one block from the main High Road. Sharing platters were the centrepiece: lamb chops, lamb kebabs, chicken tikka, chicken wings, and ribs piled together for groups to pick over, accompanied by naan and raita. Butter chicken and garlic naan drew particular praise from regulars, and the kitchen also ran a short pizza list alongside its Indian offer. The York Road setting gave it a more relaxed feel than a high-street curry house. Some sources indicate the restaurant may no longer be trading; confirm current status before visiting.