Craving authentic Punjabi food in Croydon? At Tindli, we bring the rich, hearty flavors of Punjab directly to South London, offering an unrivaled authentic North Indian dining experience that has made us Croydon's most celebrated Punjabi restaurant.
The Heart of Punjab in the Heart of Croydon
At Tindli, our Punjabi food in Croydon celebrates the rich culinary heritage of India's Punjab region – known as the breadbasket of India and birthplace of tandoori cooking. Our kitchen is led by Chef Harpreet Singh, who brings three generations of family recipes directly from Amritsar, ensuring every dish delivers authentic flavors that transport you straight to the vibrant streets of Punjab.
Chef Harpreet preparing our signature butter chicken in our traditional clay tandoor
"Punjabi cuisine is all about generosity – generous flavors, generous portions, and generous hospitality. At Tindli, we've brought the authentic taste of Punjab's villages to Croydon, where every meal feels like a celebration."
— Chef Harpreet Singh, Head Chef at Tindli Punjabi Restaurant
Signature Punjabi Dishes You Must Try in Croydon
Amritsari Butter Chicken
Our signature Punjabi butter chicken follows an authentic recipe from the streets of Amritsar. Free-range chicken is marinated in yogurt and spices for 24 hours, then cooked in our clay tandoor before being finished in a rich, velvety tomato sauce with hand-churned butter and aromatic fenugreek leaves. This Croydon favorite has been perfected over three generations of our chef's family.
Chef's Recommendation
Dhaba-Style Dal Makhani
Our Punjabi dal makhani is slow-cooked for 12 hours in the traditional way, just as you'd find in the roadside dhabas of Punjab. Black lentils and kidney beans are simmered overnight with aromatic spices, finished with cream, and garnished with a dollop of white butter. This hearty dish exemplifies the rich, comforting nature of authentic Punjabi food in Croydon.
Vegetarian Favorite
Amritsari Chole Kulche
A beloved Punjabi street food specialty, our Amritsari Chole features chickpeas slow-cooked with a special blend of 16 spices, served with fluffy, buttery kulcha bread baked fresh in our tandoor. This iconic combination brings the authentic flavors of Punjab's famous food streets directly to Croydon. Garnished with raw onions, green chilies, and a squeeze of lemon.
Customer Favorite
The Authentic Tandoor Experience in Croydon
At the heart of Punjabi cuisine is the tandoor – a traditional clay oven that reaches scorching temperatures and imparts that distinctive smoky flavor that defines North Indian cooking. Our restaurant features two authentic tandoors imported directly from Punjab, India, allowing us to prepare staples like naan, roti, and tandoori chicken exactly as they would be in Punjab.
Unlike many restaurants serving Punjabi food in Croydon, our tandoor is manned by specialist tandoor chefs who have mastered this ancient cooking technique through years of training. This dedication to authenticity is why locals and critics alike consider Tindli the destination for genuine Punjabi food in Croydon.
Our authentic clay tandoor imported from Amritsar, Punjab
The Tindli Punjabi Experience
Slow-Cooked Heritage
Our Punjabi curries simmer for hours, allowing flavors to develop fully, just as they have been prepared in Punjab's kitchens for centuries.
Sourced with Care
We import authentic spices directly from Punjab while supporting local Croydon farmers for fresh produce, creating the perfect fusion of global and local.
Punjabi Hospitality
Experience legendary Punjabi hospitality with our attentive service and generous portions that make every visit to Tindli feel like a celebration.
Punjabi Food in Croydon: Our Special Thali Experience
The Maharaja Thali
A royal feast featuring seven authentic Punjabi dishes served in traditional katoris, accompanied by naan, roti, rice, and dessert.
