Spice Express Indian Takeaway

New Malden has its fair share of excellent curry houses, but Spice Express Indian Takeaway stands apart with its laser focus on the tandoor. This is a place that understands the primal appeal of clay-oven cooking—the char, the smoke, the way a marinade transforms into something almost caramelised. They’ve been quietly feeding the neighbourhood from their spot in New Malden, letting the quality of their cooking do the talking. No fuss, just properly executed tandoori classics that remind you why this style of cooking became beloved in the first place.

The menu here is built around those fiery, coal-kissed dishes. Their tandoori chicken comes out with that perfect balance of dry, spiced crust and impossibly juicy meat beneath. But don't sleep on the biryanis, either—they layer fragrant basmati with tender meat in a way that feels both celebratory and deeply comforting. The curries, meanwhile, provide a rich, saucy counterpoint to all that grilled goodness. For a proper New Malden feast, order a mixed grill alongside a biryani and let the contrasts do the work. Delivery and collection are both available, so however you choose to eat, the tandoor is ready for you.