Ashtead Balti

Ashtead Balti is one of the best-regarded Indian restaurants in this part of Surrey, with TripAdvisor reviewers calling it 'by far the best local Indian restaurant' and one ten-year regular describing the food as fabulous and the staff as great throughout. The kitchen specialises in the balti style — dishes cooked and served in the two-handled steel bowl that characterises the British Balti tradition — alongside a full subcontinental menu of traditional curries, tandoori starters and vegetarian options. Butter chicken and aromatic biryani receive specific positive mention. The Rectory Lane location places it on a quiet approach road in central Ashtead, not far from the village's main shopping street. The restaurant is vegetarian-friendly and offers delivery, table service and takeaway. Reviewers advise choosing the balti options specifically for the best result.