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What to order
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Peshwari Naan
Mentioned as the best the reviewer had ever tasted, making it one of the strongest specific recommendations in the reviews.
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Khybari Lamb Chops
Explicitly called out as a must-try starter, with the reviewer strongly recommending it.
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Butter Chicken
Described as amazing, with a clear positive mention that stands out among the reviews.
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4
Naga Chicken
Recommended directly as great, with praise for its Naga flavor being well-balanced and not overly spicy.
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5
Chicken 65
Listed among the excellent starters and praised as part of a very strong meal.
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6
Fish Pakora
Also singled out as an excellent starter, contributing to the repeated praise for the restaurant's appetizers.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 to 10:45 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10:45 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
About Vijay's Virasat
Vijay's Virasat is an Indian restaurant in Ilford, serving dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering. Reviewers consistently praise the rich, authentic flavors, especially dishes like paneer, naan, dal makhni, and kofta lajawab, along with attentive service. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and trendy, with live music, cocktails, dessert, and a wine list. It is popular for dinner and solo dining, and reservations are recommended.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Vijay's Virasat known for?
It is best known for Indian food with rich, authentic flavors, especially paneer dishes, garlic naan, dal makhni, and kofta lajawab. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the attentive service and the fact that the food arrives promptly and tastes freshly made.
What dishes are most recommended at Vijay's Virasat?
Reviewers specifically call out khybari lamb chops, butter chicken, naga chicken, chicken 65, fish pakora, paneer, and garlic naan. Dal makhni and kofta lajawab are also mentioned often, which suggests the menu’s stronger dishes are the curries, starters, and breads.
What is the atmosphere like at Vijay's Virasat?
The atmosphere is described as warm, inviting, cozy, and modern, with a clean two-floor setup and a back room that can work for larger gatherings. It suits dinner for families, groups, and solo diners, and the live music adds to the experience.
Is Vijay's Virasat good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £20 to £30, and reviewers still describe it as very good value because the portions are good-sized and the food is consistently praised as excellent. Several comments mention that the service and quality make the price feel worthwhile.
Do I need a reservation or should I plan ahead for dinner?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. This is especially useful for larger groups, since reviewers mention successful bookings for celebrations like an 80th birthday and other group meals.
Is parking available at Vijay's Virasat?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Vijay's Virasat have vegetarian options?
Yes, Vijay's Virasat offers vegan options.
Is Vijay's Virasat kid-friendly?
Yes, Vijay's Virasat is good for kids.
