Spent the day exploring the Tudor kitchens, Henry VIII's Great Hall and the maze? You've earned a proper dinner. Here's the local guide to the best Indian restaurant near Hampton Court Palace — with the most scenic route there along the Thames.
The closest premium Indian to Hampton Court
Jaflong Tandoori at 16 Ashburnham Road, Richmond (TW10 7NF) is 5.5 miles (15 minutes by car) from Hampton Court Palace. The most scenic route is along the Thames via Petersham and Ham — a perfect golden-hour drive. Open since 2008, 4.7★ from 400+ verified Google reviews, halal-sourced, fully nut-free kitchen.
Top 5 dishes after a Hampton Court day
- Chicken Achanak (£12.95) — Light, mild, signature. Won't leave you flat after a long day.
- Lamb Rogan Josh (£13.95) — Tender, deeply spiced, a proper finish to a proper day.
- Tandoori Mixed Grill (£16.95) — Five proteins from the clay oven. Group winner.
- Paneer Tikka Masala (£11.95) — Vegetarian centrepiece, creamy and rich.
- Garlic Naan + Saag Paneer — The cosy ending you actually want after a Tudor history lesson.
BYOB dining (no corkage)
Jaflong is fully BYOB with zero corkage — bring the wine you want, save the markup, and pair it properly. No service charge either. Booking is recommended for Friday and Saturday evenings. Book a table.
Family dining after Hampton Court
Bringing kids? Mild crowd-pleasers like Chicken Korma (£10.95), Butter Chicken Makhani (£12.50) and plain naan work for every age. Highchair available; staff are family-experienced.
Hampton Court catering & private events
Catering near Hampton Court? Jaflong covers weddings, milestone birthdays and corporate events quoted bespoke (drop-off), with full-service options at bespoke quote. See catering.