Indian Restaurant Near Me in Arkley
Indian Restaurant Near Me in Arkley, a Short Drive Away
The closest Indian restaurant for many in Arkley is Chit Chaat, about 1.5 miles east on Barnet High Street. It takes a few minutes in the car along Barnet Road, and there are two car parks beside the restaurant, so a sit-down meal is simple to arrange.
We cook home-style North Indian food from chef-founder Shikha Chadha's Amritsar family recipes, with tandoor grills, slow-cooked curries and fresh breads. It is an easy choice for a weekend lunch, a midweek supper or a family get-together, and the whole kitchen is free from nuts and seeds.
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Indian Restaurant Near Me in Arkley: a taste of Chit Chaat
Searching for Indian restaurant near me in Arkley? Here is a look at the food and the room waiting for you at 135 High Street, Barnet.
Coming in from Arkley for lunch or dinner
Arkley has a quieter, semi-rural pace, with green-belt fields and the old Arkley Windmill on the western edge of Barnet. When you want a proper restaurant meal without heading into central London, the High Street is right on your doorstep. Most Arkley guests drive: follow Barnet Road east into town and you will be at 135 High Street in a few minutes. Two car parks sit around the restaurant, which makes it practical for families and for anyone bringing older relatives.
Because the drive is short, it is easy to drop in for a relaxed weekday lunch between 12 and 3pm. Try the Amritsari fish pakora to start, then a tadka dal with tandoori roti, or the baingan masala if you want something vegetable-led. In the evening, a table of four might share lamb chops and tandoori chicken wings before a round of curries, biryani and cheese kulcha. Leave room for kulfi falooda or rose milk cake.
We are open Monday and Wednesday to Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday from noon until 11pm and Sunday from noon until 10pm, and closed on Tuesdays. Weekend evenings are our busiest, so book a table online through OpenTable or call 07414 109555 before you set off. If you are planning a birthday or anniversary meal for a bigger Arkley group, mention it when booking so we can seat you together.
A few minutes by car
Arkley is about 1.5 miles from our door. Head east along Barnet Road and you reach Barnet High Street in a few minutes, with two car parks around the restaurant.
Relaxed weekday lunches
Lunch runs from noon until 3pm on Monday and Wednesday to Friday. It is a calm time for Arkley diners to enjoy tandoor dishes, dal and fresh bread without hurrying.
Room for family tables
Booking ahead lets us set up a table for the whole family. There is a kids menu, mild dishes for cautious eaters, and a nut- and seed-free kitchen throughout.
Before you visit
Chit Chaat is at 135 High Street, Barnet EN5 5UZ, about a 10-minute walk from High Barnet station on the Northern line, with two car parks close by. We are open for lunch and dinner every day except Tuesday. Book online or call 07414 109555, and tell us about any allergies when you book.
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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 Arkley
How long does it take to drive from Arkley to Chit Chaat?
Usually just a few minutes. We are about 1.5 miles away at 135 High Street, Barnet EN5 5UZ, reached along Barnet Road. Traffic on the High Street can be slower on Saturday afternoons, so allow a little extra time if you have booked a table for a set time.
Is parking easy when I drive in from Arkley?
Yes. There are two off-street car parks around the restaurant, so you do not need to hunt for a spot on the High Street. They are handy for families with young children and for guests who find longer walks difficult.
Which nights are busiest for dinner?
Friday and Saturday evenings are when we are fullest, and Sunday lunchtimes can be lively too. If you have a set time in mind, book online through OpenTable on our website or ring 07414 109555. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings are usually calmer.
Can you suggest milder dishes for older guests?
Shikha's cooking is already lighter on oil and spice, in the home-style tradition, and plenty of dishes are naturally gentle, such as dal makhani, palak paneer and malai chicken tikka. Let your server know your preferences and they will point you towards the right plates.
Driving in from Arkley? Book your table at Chit Chaat online or call 07414 109555.
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