Sun and Sand Lounge

Sun and Sand Lounge is a family-run Indian bar and restaurant at 16-18 Hendon Lane in Finchley, five minutes from Finchley Central underground station. The restaurant specialises in contemporary Kenyan Indian cuisine -- a dynamic pairing of South Asian and East African flavours that sets it firmly apart from the standard North London curry house. The owners are descendants of the Indian diaspora to East Africa during the British Empire era, and Sun and Sand brings those dual culinary traditions together in a sleek, welcoming setting. Established in Finchley in the early 2000s and well-regarded by the local community; Nextdoor reviewers call it "superb" and praise its short but carefully composed menu: "each item is delicious."

The menu features tantalising family recipes passed down through generations, with particular praise for the chilli mushrooms, freshly prepared grills and Indian East African specialities. Open for dinner nightly from 5pm (3pm at weekends), with outdoor seating available on the front terrace. Table reservations recommended on weekends. Takeaway and delivery options available. Website: sunandsandlounge.com.