Modern Indian Restaurant Near Me in Golders Green
Modern Indian Restaurant Near Golders Green, in Barnet
Chit Chaat is about 8 miles north of Golders Green, on Barnet High Street, so it is a trip of roughly 25 to 30 minutes by car rather than a local drop-in. For a special meal, though, its mix of a cocktail bar, fusion street food, tandoor sharing platters and brunch until 3pm makes the journey worthwhile.
Chef-founder Shikha Chadha's cooking begins with recipes handed down in her family in Amritsar, prepared lighter on oil and spice. Served in a relaxed, contemporary room, they include modern dishes such as avocado chaat and kathi rolls, from a kitchen that is entirely nut- and seed-free.
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Modern Indian Restaurant Near Me in Golders Green: a taste of Chit Chaat
Searching for modern Indian restaurant near me in Golders Green? Here is a look at the food and the room waiting for you at 135 High Street, Barnet.
Golders Green to Barnet: when a modern Indian meal is worth the trip
Golders Green has its own busy dining scene and the open space of Golders Hill Park on its doorstep, so heading out to Barnet is a choice, not a necessity. It makes sense when you want somewhere for an occasion: an anniversary, a reunion, or a birthday with friends who enjoy food that is a little different. By car the drive takes roughly 25 to 30 minutes, and there are two car parks around the restaurant. Golders Green station is on the Edgware branch of the Northern line, which does not run straight to High Barnet, so driving is usually simpler.
Plan the meal around sharing. Begin at the cocktail bar, then let the table fill up with dahi puri, papdi chaat and Punjabi samosas, followed by the non-vegetarian tandoor sharing platter or the vegetarian one with paneer tikka and soya champ tikka. A lamb keema with pav or a dal makhani with cheese kulcha brings it all together. Finish with kulfi falooda or rose milk cake.
If you are hosting in Golders Green and would rather the food came to you, Chit Chaat's catering team handles home parties, celebrations and corporate events; use the enquiry form to start the conversation. For a night in, check Uber Eats or Deliveroo, as delivery depends on your address. And for a festive night out, the Diwali Dinner and Dance is on Saturday 7 November 2026.
Made for special occasions
For Golders Green diners, the 25 to 30 minute drive suits an anniversary or birthday, when a cocktail bar, sharing platters and a relaxed room make the evening feel like an event.
Tandoor platters for two
Choose the vegetarian or non-vegetarian sharing platter. Each serves two and brings a spread of tandoor dishes, so a couple from Golders Green can sample widely without over-ordering.
Catering for Golders Green events
Hosting at home instead? Chit Chaat caters home parties, celebrations and corporate events with bespoke menus. Send your Golders Green event details through the enquiry form on the website.
What "modern" means here
Sharing plates instead of set courses, street-food chaats next to tandoor grills, kathi rolls and brunch until 3pm, and a cocktail bar alongside lassis and Indian soft drinks. The recipes stay rooted in North Indian home cooking.
Find us
135 High Street, Barnet EN5 5UZ
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Opening hours
Mon, Wed to Fri: 12-3pm, 5:30-10:30pm
Sat: 12-11pm · Sun: 12-10pm
Tuesday: closed
Questions from Golders Green
How long does it take to get from Golders Green to Chit Chaat?
Roughly 25 to 30 minutes by car, as the restaurant is about 8 miles north on Barnet High Street. The tube is less direct, since Golders Green is on the Edgware branch and High Barnet is on a different branch. Two car parks near the restaurant make driving the easier option.
Is Chit Chaat a good choice for an anniversary dinner from Golders Green?
It is a popular pick for occasions. Start with a drink at the cocktail bar, share chaats and a tandoor platter, and finish with kulfi falooda or rose milk cake. Book ahead online or call 07414 109555, and mention the occasion so the team knows you are celebrating.
Do you serve halal meat?
Yes, the meat served at Chit Chaat is halal. That covers the tandoor dishes like chicken tikka, lamb chops and lamb seekh kebab, as well as the curries and biryanis. If you have other dietary needs, such as vegan or gluten-free, let the team know when you book.
Can I bring a guest with a seed allergy?
Yes. Chit Chaat's whole kitchen is free from nuts and seeds, which removes a common worry for guests with either allergy. Even so, flag the allergy when you book so the team can explain how dishes are made and help your guest choose with confidence.
Planning something special from Golders Green? Book a table online or call 07414 109555.
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