Named after the world's second-largest mountain, K2 Balti House is an Indian restaurant with ambitions as lofty as its namesake landmark. Located in a former public house and situated next to a river, this building has gone through numerous renovations on the road to becoming the esteemed eatery it is now.
The menu focuses on dishes from Kashmir and is a real eye-opener; those accustomed to visiting bog-standard curry houses had better brace themselves to try something new. A good way to start the evening is by trying a little of everything; why not order the aptly named K2 for 2, or a tandoori special sharing platter. Another appetiser that's worthy of mention is the Afghanistan-born kabli kebab. Mains are split into K2 specialities, Balti specialities and set meals. K2's specialities simply must be sampled. From the murgh handi laziz (a smooth chicken dish cooked with coconut and chillies) to the kitchen's very own nayab - a creamy chicken dish with some cracking almond flavours - there is something to suit even the pickiest of customers. Fans of the balti will find this part of the menu makes for easy reading, and popular curries such as the balti murgh tikka Khyber, balti machi pukhtan and hurni tikka balti (prepared using the chef's own recipe) are all on the menu. And what better way to quell the taste explosion raging in your mouth than with something from the excellent wine list, which features a range of high-quality French house wines.
K2 Balti is the kind of restaurant that gets people talking. The food is unique and unlike anything you will have tasted before. Each dish is carefully prepared, true to its origins and, most importantly, really tasty. Book your table now, and experience a masterclass in dining at K2 Balti.
