At last, Henley has an Indian restaurant with a remarkable difference: The Spice Merchant.
The Spice Merchant Henley takes its inspiration from the age-old approach to dining where, traditionally Indian gourmets would graze their way through a succession of grilled delicacies, and finish with a single grandstand dish - such as a special curry or a rich biryani. The appetisers are exquisitely presented and the extensive choice is designed to be eaten with fingers - guests should try Nalli Barra (lamb osso bucco in a well rounded masala with pineapple), Methi Fish Tikka (fresh monkfish with tumeric and wrapped delicately in Fenugreek leaf) or Stuffed Tinda (Indian squash with spiced haloumi).
The main dishes at Spice Merchant Henley are created for sharing, such as the delicious Punjabi Nalli Gosht (robust north Indian curry of lamb osso bucco with whole spices) or Bilgrami Chicken Korma (curry of dill and spinach rolled chicken and coconut and charoli nuts) is a must to try. For fish lovers, the Masala Lobster in Shell (whole lobster stir-fried in light spices and put back in the shell) is a fantastic gourmet delight. The restaurant prides itself in using the finest, freshest ingredients at every stage of the cooking process, making each meal to the very highest standards.
The tantalising food is accompanied by a world-class wine list.