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Hare Krishna
A very casual vegetarian restaurant in London Soho Street. Large menu, peaceful setting. Most items may contain dairy - vegans to ask. Reported open, Nov 2019. Open Mon-Sun 12:00-21:00.
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84 Reviews
First Review by Sernicki
BNowell
Points +649
Govinda’s is always a good choice - Edit
I got the Vegan 5 Item special. Definitely a good choice. The carrot/coconut curry was truly the standout. Brown rice was mediocre, but no oil which I count as a win! The dal was thin and the bread roll was close to airline bread! Still, this was a healthy and not costly meal in central London! £8
Read morePros: Good value, Healthy options, Helpful staff (free Bhagavad Gita, if you like)
Cons: Would have loved some vegan naan or roti
Guest
ovh
Points +1429
Good food, small portions - Edit
The food tastes great! Some things weren't very warm. Accepts Visa/Mastercard
Read moreStaff was more than helpful to explain which items were vegan.
Overall can recommend
Edit ( 20-09-2024 ) : The veggie is the best option for vegans, and 7,95 £ as of current pricing. Still recommend the place, and it has a toilet downstairs
Updated from previous review on 2023-10-07
Pros: Good food
Cons: Small portion, Not very warm
Guest
TomPettitt
Points +283
Not bad, not great. - Edit
Had the large thali, a Vegan lassi and a couple of chapati.
Read moreSome of the curries on the thali were good, others were average.
The lassi was very disspaointing, very artificial and did not taste natural at all. Would not recommend that.
The food was alright and I'd probably come back for a quick affordable eat but not in a rush.
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WendyLo
Points +302
Surprising good - Edit
Walked pass by this restaurant during dinner time. Order the large Thail for £10.95 which contains several curries. Most of the time I didn’t like red bean but their spicy red bean curry really amazed me. Good money for the portion and taste.
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VenkateshBhimaraju
Points +31
Wonderful option in central london - Edit
This I think is isckon sponsored , ergo a lot of healthy options available. Brown rice is a good thing here as I eat it daily at home. Feels nice.
Read moreCrowded and slow moving lines but worth wait.
Pros: Healthy food, Multiple & customisable Thali options, Curteous staff
Cons: Long lines/ slow moving lines, High demand - crowded
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m2gala
Points +95
Lovely Satvic food - Edit
Lovely Satvic comfort food. Complete thali with good options
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Vesna-88
Points +414
Good vegan food - Edit
Close to central. Good vegan menu.
Read morePros: Good prices, Delicious food, Kind staff
Cons: Loud, Crowded
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Zitronenvampir
Points +17
Great Indian food - Edit
We had some very delicious food. The staff was nice and most of the menu was vegan.
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D.Kars
Points +13
Lekker eten - Edit
Goede bediening en service en heerlijk eten!
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strawberrygreen
Points +171
Cheap, quick, authentic - Edit
Vegetarian restaurant with vegan options. Order at counter and seat yourself. Inexpensive, quick, and authentic! Staff are knowledgeable about what is vegan. Vegan cake dessert available also. Tables and bathroom were not very clean… food was tasty but very oily.
Read morePros: Inexpensive, Authentic Indian, Quick service
Cons: Cafeteria like atmosphere, Not the cleanest
Guest
LaysMarques
Points +68
Great place to eat in London - Edit
Great tasty and plate size. Honest prices and good Services.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-27
Pros: Service, Tasty, Price
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kurt.kaethe
Points +97
Must eat! - Edit
Fast, very friendly and delicious. You have to go there when in London!
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camilags
Points +323
Affordable and tasty - Edit
A tradicional Hare Krishna restaurant with affordable options. The food is very tasty. It is very busy.
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mockingbird
Points +3028
Cheap for central - Edit
Previously eaten here on a lunchtime. Beautiful Thali, low-key and relax vibe, cheap prices for central.
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ÄnJa
Points +76
Nice food, friendly staff - Edit
I liked the idea that the food is blessed from the cook and therefore I went there. It was very full and loud but the staff was very friendly and I had a really delicious meal. It would be nice if they separate the tables a bit but that is just my opinion. For me as I was travelling alone it was ok, for two persons who wanna talk I think it is a bit loud.
Read morePros: The food, The staff
Cons: Volume
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Mangogirl
Points +2073
Super Tasty! - Edit
One of the best Indian food I had so far! I loved the veggie thali with three different dishes and papadum. The amounts are enormous and the staff friendly. I will definitely come back and try the other dishes they have.
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Peanut!
Points +245
Very tasty! - Edit
Even more surprising given they don’t use onion or garlic in any of their dishes!!
Read moreI had the 12 dish thali (the govinda’s) and gave the non vegan stuff to my family. Worth asking if those items can be swapped out as that thali is quite filling.
Kurma was very tasty (can’t remember what they call it though).
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EcoEline
Points +378
Cheap vegan food - Edit
The dahl was delicious, the pakoras dry. The samos was to sweet for my liking
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thehappylittlegoose
Points +368
Delicious home cooking - Edit
Had a great time at Govinda’s last week, sampled their small menu which is definitely enough for a perfectly filling lunch. If you’re hungry, I would recommend getting a larger portion. For £10-ish, delightful.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Great customer service
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voyegan
Points +2102
A place to come back to - Edit
I actually always go to a Govindas in every city because they always have good food and I am very grateful to the Hare Krishna movement because they often satisfied my hunger in South America. Here in London I like to go because it reminds me of my time in South America. The food is delicious, healthy and filling. You can pay cash here, which I find advantageous and has become a rarity in London. The people are friendly, courteous and helpful.
Read morePros: helpful staff, delicious, healthy, filling, fast, fresh, clean, pay in cash
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HelenHoops
Points +13
Really nice - Edit
Really good authentic vegetarian and vegan food at excellent prices
Read moreWe had a vegan cake for dessert and it was delicious
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-04
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AreKay
Points +13
Food is good but sometimes cold. - Edit
Seems they are more interested in money these days.
Read morePrice has increased and portions have shrunk unacceptably (they also only fill the pots half way). Brought them many new customers, recommended them to many people and spent a lot of money here.
Customer care is virtually non existent even to the point of contempt cinsidering.
Not very Krishna conscious.
won't be using very often if at all in the future.
Pros: Food is good, The temple room, Convenience
Cons: Ever shrinking portions and increasing prices, Some bad attitude, Wait ages to pay
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victisch1
Points +798
Cheap and cheerful - Edit
One of those places in London that’s been there forever. Full of families eating thalis off metal trays. You queue for self-service, there’s no frills, just good hearty Indian food. It’s vegetarian and vegan so check before you order.
Read morePros: Down to earth , Affordable , Large portions
Cons: Can be overcrowded , Vegan options not clearly labelled
Guest
QueerYogini
Points +46
Delicious and Affordable - Edit
A friend took me here as it’s his ‘happy place’. Now it’s mine too. Lots of options, really affordable, absolutely delicious, cafeteria style. The menu is really simple and easy to understand.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Delicious, Easy menu
Cons: Limited seating
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beatrixpadilha
Points +75
Amazing and cheap food - Edit
The vegan options are delicious, a lot of food for only 6 pounds. Really worth it!
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Gopala108
Points +3227
Solid Indian with vegan options - Edit
I stumbled upon Govinda's during a trip to London. Vegan options and Indian food. Govinda's is affiliated with the Hare Krishna movement so the food is stavvic aka no mushrooms, onions, or garlic.
Read moreAffordable food and is solid Indian.
Pros: Vegan Options
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Gnattus
Points +433
Great food, great price - Edit
Staff were friendly and food was great! It's no suprise that this is a popular joint. Lots of vegan choices.
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