Gurkha Fire in Chatham

New Cut, Chatham ME4 6AD, United Kingdom

★★★★★
(451 reviews)
Categories: Nepalese restaurant Restaurant

About

Serving up the best Nepalese food this side of Kathmandu

Website
gurkhafire.com
Address
New Cut, Chatham ME4 6AD, United Kingdom
Plus Code
9GJC+JR Chatham, United Kingdom
Time Zone
Europe/London

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12–10 PM
Wednesday
12–10 PM
Thursday
12–10 PM
Friday
12–10:30 PM
Saturday
12–10:30 PM
Sunday
12–10 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Free water refills Halal food Small plates Spirits Vegan options Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards Credit cards
Children
Good for kids Has changing table(s) High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.9
★★★★★
451 reviews

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★★★★★
December 8, 2024

What can I say, this place is a hidden gem. The restaurant has been retrofitted into a lovely ambient setting, there’s some lovely reminders of the building’s previous use but it equally makes an excellent restaurant setting. The food is delectable, it’s not greasy Indian cuisine where you will find excess salt and oil. The choice is excellent, there’s something for everyone. I had the butter chicken and it was the best I have had. The cheeky play on words make this an exciting menu which has incorporated local humour. During our visit this evening the top of the Christmas tree was was adorned with a traffic cone, alluding to local humour around Chatham’s infamous Thomas Waghorn statue which is regularly seen sporting a traffic cone. Will I visit again?? Hell yeah, do I recommend?? Absolutely. These people care about the food they serve and care their customers had a great time. Hats off to Gurkha Fire this is 5*

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Took my clients here for a night out. From organising the event to saying goodbye at the end of the evening, we had the best time. We were well looked after. Best service we’ve had in a long time- Very organised. Lovely to meet the chef and we were checked on throughout the night. Food was amazing and we had some great cocktails. 5 star from me! Definitely give it a go.

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Wonderful meal - absolutely top rated!! Unique and delicious flavours and really tender meat! Beautiful venue with a lovely atmosphere, staff were superb, attentive but not pushy and the nicest touch was to have the chef come round to your table to ask whether we had enjoyed our meal was a really lovely touch! They really care that your experience is good! Will certainly be back thank you. !

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

This place is so good that it’s actually increased the value of Chatham. I can’t name another place in the local area that has the class to bring in people who are well dressed and make the effort. It’s nice to have something in the local area that makes it better. The food and the atmosphere makes you feel like your uptown in London or somewhere fancy because it feels very classy and clean. Food is top tier and just the overall experience is something you would expect from a fancy restaurant up in London. 100% recommend especially for get togethers or celebratory meals. The staff and owners are good people and good on them for taking the leap.

★★★★★
November 29, 2024

I was pleasantly surprise by the place! Amazing food, friendly staff, lovely decor and music! The chef personally introduced himself and explained the origin of the dish. Great place to celebrate any occasion or just to have a lunch. Will definitely visit again

★★★★★
November 14, 2024

Really great night, chef spent the time to come and talk to all the tables, and all the staff were lovely. Food was fabulous, really different from the mainstream, from starters to mains everything was so full of flavour. A well thought out menu, with a little humour thrown in. The live music topped the night off nicely.

★★★★★
October 24, 2024

Wow. Just wow. Gurkha Fire is hands down the BEST Nepali/Indian hybrid restaurant I’ve ever experienced (and trust me, I’ve had plenty). If you’re debating where to eat, stop because this is the place! The food is incredible and perfectly portioned. You can tell the chefs truly care about their craft. The service was equally impressive, with our waiter being attentive from start to finish. I tried a variety of starters perfect for sharing. My favourite was the paneer tikka, chargrilled to perfection. The samosa chaat is another must-try. I also had the vegan momos, which were flavourful with a gingery kick, but I wouldn’t get them again. If you love ginger though, go for it. The fire wings were delicious but incredibly spicy. Even my mum, who handles spice well, found them intense. If you love very spicy food, these wings are for you. For mains, the palak chicken was my top pick. It was creamy and something I would definitely get again. The gurkhali fire lamb was another standout with its rich, deep flavour, and the paneer tikka masala was just as good. For dessert, I had the chocolate fondant cake with ice cream and frozen raspberries. The cake was rich and gooey with melted chocolate in the centre, while the frozen raspberries added a sharp, crunchy contrast that elevated the dish. The mango lassi was amazing, like mango kefir but sweeter and even better. The naan and tandoori roti were cooked to perfection, not too doughy and just right. Overall, I highly recommend Gurkha Fire. I’ve tried many South Asian restaurants and usually leave disappointed, but this place left me feeling happy and satisfied. They even asked for feedback during our visit, showing their commitment to great service. Honestly, I wouldn’t change a thing. Everything was flawless, 10/10 and I will definitely be coming back.

★★★★★
October 13, 2024

The food was incredible and tasted really authentic. The whole place has an atmosphere and food similar to Dishoom, if not better. The staff and service was excellent and they went out of their way to make sure we were ok and well looked after. The Chef and owner Keshav also came out to greet us personally at the end of our meal and really valued our feedback. We'll definitely be coming back to try the other dishes with our friends and family.

★★★★★
December 20, 2024

Brilliant food. Amazing service. A lovely venue. Thanks for a wonderful Christmas experience, would highly recommend dining in this establishment. Food

★★★★★
December 20, 2024

Great food, great staff, chef came out to talk to the table

★★★★
December 20, 2024

Great ambience, nice and relaxed ambience and the chef took the time to chat to us afterwards, would definitely recommend.

★★★★★
December 19, 2024

Such a beautiful place! First went to try the lunch menu which is an absolute must for the price would highly recommend the palak chaat and their butter chicken (by far the best i ve tried). Big shout out to our server Ashwin topped off the experience with his warm welcome and positive attitude. My experience was so positive that i decided to book in for dinner a couple days later and once again i was not disappointed. Emily ensured we had a smooth sailing evening walking us through the menu and always being able to take care of her tables even on what appeared to be a busy evening. Big thank you to all the staff for such an amazing experience!

Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Unfortunately our experience today was very bad. We came as a family of 8. The chicken was cold and undercooked. They don t even use chicken breast in their dishes, they use old chicken with fatty and vainy bits!! Most dishes came cold and tasteless, the actual taste is very basic and unpleasant, very disappointed . 8 People can t be wrong!! Also I would like to add the waitress was rude and with a very bad attitude. Why would you give us hot plates 30 mins before our dinner arrived? by the time the dinner came the plates were cold . WONT BE BACK EVER !!

★★★★★
December 14, 2024

What a lovely restaurant, quirky, warm and inviting.... food was amazing and service was prompt and helpful. Will definitely be going back!

★★★★★
December 14, 2024

It is a fantastic place to dine, with faultless service, a great atmosphere and excellent flavoursome food. We will go back!

★★★★★
December 14, 2024

Food was beautiful and had so much flavour! The service was great. The chef came and checked if food was ok and asked for feedback; which I thought was good! A lovely first time experience and would 100% recommend!

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Delicious. I highly recommend people to visit. Friendly fast service with great food.

★★★★
December 7, 2024

Wonderful food served by caring staff Don t hesitate to eat here Parking: Plenty of parking although you need to pay within 5 min walk

★★★★
Local Guide
December 7, 2024

Good choice, for some the portion sizes can be small ( saves throwing leftovers away). Tasty food. The good thing is that the staff are engaging with the customer, one of the owners came and spoke to all the customers. Will consider visiting the restaurant again. Recommended.

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Had an amazing experience here recently. Different take on the usual Indian dishes initially had me worried as I can be fussy especially with it comes to lamb dishes. But this place excelled my expectations! Cannot wait to come back for more

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

First time to Gurkha Fire at the weekend for our Dads birthday. Meal, service and setting were all 10/10. So pleased we found this gem and we will definitely be back. Couldn t recommend it enough! Food

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Lovely food, service and entertainment (again)

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Wording on the menu is humorous and suits the feel of the place. Food was banging and live music was a real touch tonight.

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Great evening with friends

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Absolutely unreal! The food was incredible. Were already planning our next visit.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Nice flavourful food

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

It was our first time here. The food is very flavourful and the staff on shift were very polite.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Food was excellent, service was excellent. Highly recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 30, 2024

Fantastic food, drink and company. Staff are extremely tentative! Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a flavoursome evening!

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Delicious food! Christmas menu, I had the Lamb! Yummy

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Came for an impromptu (but previously recommended) meal Tonight. Food was wonderful, absolutely ample portions and exquisite taste. Atmosphere was incredible, live music from an excellent singer and very friendly, welcoming and informative staff. From owner to server. We will absolutely be back again.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Couldn t fault anything with my visit. The service, the food and the live singer were brilliant. Highly recommend visiting!

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Honestly wow Keshav the chef is a cooking god. The texture, the sauces the different tastes. Unbelievable you need to give this a go.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Great food and service, highly recommend!

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

We had an amazing meal last night, atmosphere was fabulous with live music, fully booked tables and the food was outstanding. Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Excellent food and service, will be back! Order the cauliflower sharer dish, amazing!!

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

I ve eaten a lot of Indian food in my life and can say this is honestly one of the best places I ve been to. Butter chicken was exceptional, not sweet like your average takeaway. So many flavours definitely a must try. Warm and lovely atmosphere. The service was amazing, Emily looked after me and my partner perfectly, she was really friendly and fast service, which made my birthday even more special. Thank you so much for a lovely evening. Will be returning.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

great food Dietary restrictions: just make sure to ask for gluten free if required Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Amazing food and amazinggg service, the food is so delicious, its takes me back India. The flavours are so authentic and all the food was so fresh and delightful. Its the bestt restaurant around in the city. Every bite is worth the price. Highly recommend the place. You would wannt to go back to this restaurant every other day.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Lovely food and atmosphere. I can see why its popular!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Nice attentive staff Great food Reasonable prices Parking: Car park 5 min walk

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Good was very good x good portion size x atmosphere was lovely x chef came round to chat with everyone which was a nice touch x highly recommend food service and atmosphere x definitely return x

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Amazing food and venue. Will definitely be returning! The lamb chops were special!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

2nd time here. Chicken wings with soy and garlic are amazing but super messy not for a date night! Tandoori lamb chops should always be ordered as two plates or you ll have a fight. Could go on and on but basically everything was

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Gurkha Fire was an absolutely amazing experience. The food was so good, and the service was excellent. I highly recommend the lamb jerky, the dal makhani, and the mutton. All standouts. I encourage everyone to come experience this restaurant. It s a standout. Thank you!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Unbelievable! Simply a mouth watering extravaganza! Cant wait to get back and try some of the other dishes.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Amazing dinner this evening definitely the best restaurant I have tried in Medway. Lovely service and it was a pleasure to meet the chef and owner. Authentic Briyani and curries that will save us a trip of going into London.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Tried Gurkha Fire for the first time tonight, loved the food, it was full of flavour and tasted so fresh. Atmosphere was so lovely as was the live music. Highly recommend

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Awasome taste with great hospitality

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

It is the first time we have been there, it is the best food we have ever had eating out. Being Vegan, I was unsure of what to have, but they were very helpful in their suggestions. The staff and the atmosphere in the restaurant are amazing. Vegetarian options: We tried a variety of the vegan side dishes and they were all great. Dietary restrictions: One of our party was vegan and they loved what we had.

★★★★
November 21, 2024

Had a great meal with 5 friends and the service we received from Vish was first class

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Everything is a 10. Food, service, wine selection. I didnt realise hoa gorgeous Nepalese food is. All the flavour and depth of any other cuisines. The people who work here are also lovely too. Ashu was great. He couldnt do enough to help us.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

OMG such fantastic food, exceptional service can t wait to come back. Thank you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

First visit after a family recommendation. Food was delicious and lots to choose from. Shikha ensured we had a great time, recommending milder items for one of the group and ensuring we had everything we needed. Vegetarian options: Clearly labelled vegan and veggie options in all sections of the menu. Not limited for choice.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Great food great service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

We had heard good things about this restaurant which we visited Saturday 26th October. I have to put a little bit of context to what I say next. I love curry and Indian/sub-continental food and appreciate a good Indian restaurant, I feel Medway has a decent history with Indian, Bengali, Bangladeshi food and there is fair competition. We have also eaten in Gymkhana by Green Park. Saturday I might well have had the nicest, tastiest, most complete curry I have ever eaten. I had the Mutton Katiya meat on the bone and it was utterly sublime. Not only was the quality of the food incredible the service was perfect, we were greeted and shown to our table in a really friendly manner, had the menu explained and given recommendations based on desire for heat, vegetarian options and the waiters personal favourites too. The price was in the region of £50 per head including service charge and drinks which I felt was very reasonable. The portion sizes were perfect, nothing was left apart from bones and cardamon pods by the time we had finished. We will definitely be back, and think 4 of us have all found a new favourite restaurant in Medway

★★★
November 21, 2024

I had ordered for Polau rice and gurkha fire lamb curry. But the quantity was too less. You will atleast need 2-3 portions of rice to fill your stomach which would probably cost you £10-£12. Which isnt worth it. And 5 tiny pieces of lamb meat in the curry costing £14. Honestly food was tasty but the quantity should be reviewed.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Amazing food, great venue and very friendly and welcoming staff.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Lovely place and really good food

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Lovely food lovely staff. 10/10

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

The food was amazing!!!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Best momos you can find in UK.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

We came with my friends last night and he had a blast!! The food was really good the stuff so friendly as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Food and service is amazing! Special thanks to Chef Kesav who came around to make sure we enjoyed the food. And hats off to Emilia for being nice and great service! All round great experience, thank you team!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Great food, great service!! Emily was very friendly and hosted us well! Would highly recommend!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

One of the best place for me to come down again with my friends we had great dinner tonight, loved palak chat, all dumplings and specially fire sauce with lamb jarky also, amazing breads and must try mutton katiya. Thanks to all the friendly staffs for looking after us.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Brilliant, fire sauce was spicy

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Excellent food and the service!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

The best food in Medway by a country mile. The chefs are ex-Dishoom and you can tell; the menu is SO delicious. The food is authentic so don t go expecting a lamb pasander and a korma. It s so much better and is an education on what this food is meant to taste like. I think about the palak chaat a lot. Great drinks menu. The management are friendly, open to feedback and super nice. The owner is there most evenings and he is a great guy.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Amazing dinner, thinking about it now, the morning after the night before and my mouth is salivating. The food is AMAZING!!! And if you can take the heat, you must try their special recipe chill sauce OMG. Customer service was excellent as well, I wanna call Ryan who was an absolute gem and good to speak with him and Head Chef Keshav. Venue/Restaurant is a gorgeous converted old Fire station lots of history to look around at while waiting your food and drinks

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

First visit today and the food defeated me. Not many places I go and leave food. The portions were great the meat tasted beautiful. Would highly recommend Food

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

I recently dined at Gurkha Fire, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The flavours were bold, authentic, and beautifully balancedDining at Gurkha Fire was a true delight! The butter chicken stole the show with its creamy, velvety sauce and perfectly tender chicken pieces each bite was a burst of flavor with just the right balance of spice and richness.The naan was warm and soft, perfect for scooping up the sauces. The attentive staff made us feel welcome and provided excellent service. For anyone looking for a standout meal, Gurkha Fire is a must-visit!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Fantastic food and service, I loved it the first time I went there and I keep going back to try more dishes. I can recommend having lots of small plates tapas style for those who want to try lots of different things, although I havent been brave enough to have the fire wings yet

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

We went to dine in, and it was a lovely experience! The staff were friendly and helpful throughout. The chef personally came out to speak to the customers including us, and was friendly himself. The ambience was nice and the food was so tasty, rich in flavour and we can tell it was made with great passion and love! Thank you will come again!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Good service as it was unexpectedly busy. Excellant food and nice atmosphere. Will definitely be back and recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Great tasty lunch menu

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

We are so privileged to have Gurkha Fire in Medway. The food is so delicious, the service is impeccable, the restaurant is beautiful, it really doesnt get better than that.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

The first thing you need to know is that Gurkha Fire isnt your ordinary curry house. Its an elegant place taking Nepalese cousine to new heights. From the moment you step in youre welcomed by friendly staff who take great pride in what they do. Honestly, its a true gem for those seeking an exceptional dining experience. The combination of exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and elegant ambiance makes it a must visit for food lovers.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Brilliant food....and good atmosphere The mutton things are brilliant..to be fair its strictly not Nepalese..but thats just my opinion Bottom line its brilliant

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Great Food, 100% recommend to give it a try.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Lovely place.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

It s a very beautiful place to eat in medway! Staff and service was amazing and the food tastes great

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

You know at home, on a Sunday evening or any other, you make a dinner, put some music on and sit back and relax? Exactly what me and my partner done tonight. But here at Gurkha. You know what we got? An awesome live band with a Jamie and his mate with a guitar and giving us oasis, ABBA and much more. Met the manager and found a connection as he first of all seated us even though we didnt book. We sang, clapped and cheered whilst we had a delicious meal created by the head chef who we also met. Great evening out. Thank you Gurkha Fire. Couldnt recommend you highly enough, what you doing? Get ready and visit. You wont regret it. Bon appetite. Sukhie.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Great Nepalese restaurant, food lovely, manager came over and explained dishes. Very tasty, would definitely recommend a visit.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Great food, great service

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

We came on a Thursday for my sister birthday, live music and lovely atmosphere. The place was packed but still had an intimate feel. All the staff make you feel like old friends and the food is delicious Vegetarian options: Lots of veggie and vegan options. We were a group of different dietary requirements and it was easily catered for

★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

The food is delicious. Very nice service. One star less for an unpleasant surprise during payment - a 12.5% service fee was automatically added to the bill. Extorting a tip is worse than in the US. Quite expensive - dinner without alcohol costs at least £30 per person. Ps. If they write in the menu that something is very spicy, it is.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Mind-blowing, authentic, delicious food Try the Fire Sauce, its life-affirming Food

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Omg.... such amazing food! There were 7 of us here tonight, each ordered something different. We were all so very impressed with the menu, the taste of each dish cooked to perfection! Great service and surroundings. Will definitely become regular diners here

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Each member of staff we interacted with were so lovely! The food, omg Ill be dreaming of the lamb! I am looking forward to going back and bringing my family with me!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Hard to say a bad word about this place. Delicious food, full of flavour and interesting. Reminded me of our holiday in Nepal!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Busy considering it was a Tuesday. Food was lovely, freaky authentic. Chef coming out to talk about the food was a bonus and great choice of drinks too.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

This was our 1st visit and we definitely will be back. A very pleasant place to spend an evening. Highly recommended in every aspect

October 21, 2024

Very Rude staff. Chicken tandoori was raw.

★★
October 21, 2024

If you re looking for an authentic nepalese or indian food then I ve to say you should avoid this restaurant. I ve tried biryani but the portion size was small and the biryani was blend too. Prawns were too sweet whereas staff was bit undertrained. I d say atmosphere and hygiene was up to the mark but food wasn t authentic

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Outstanding food and service. The food is incredible and staff delightful. Book to avoid disappointment.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Honestly it s was mouthwatering and made our 7th Anniversary special

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

A really lovely evening was had by all, the food was amazing and the service was friendly and helpful. Both the meat eaters and Vegetarians were happy with the variety and taste of the food on offer. I will definitely be going back.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Good service and food. Friendly staff.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Beyond incredible where do you even start with a place like this? We walked in we were in the best restaurant we ve ever visited! First impressions mean a lot but the substance comes from an amazing two hour experience with great food, amazing wine and a night unparalleled in terms of expectation. Thank you, thank you, thank you

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Our favourite place to go in Medway! Love it here and the staff and manager are amazing hosts. Chef is fantastic. The smaller plates are new to the menu and we ordered most of the dishes to share and try a variety and it was all delicious!! See you again soon.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

OMG amazing food Waitress s where so friendly And to meet the chef was so nice too. Highly recommended this restaurant. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

I recently visited Chatham and was pleasantly surprised to come across Gurkha Fire, an authentic Nepalese restaurant set in a charming old fire station. As someone who isn t local to the area, finding a spot like this was a welcome surprise. Being a big meat eater, I wasn t sure what to expect from the vegetable dishes, but I have to say they were incredibly satisfying. The Palak Chaat was a standout, with crispy layers topped with chickpea curry, tangy chutneys, and fresh pomegranate seeds adding a burst of sweetness. The Govi Manchurian, a cauliflower-based dish, was unexpectedly delicious. It was full of flavor, perfectly spiced, and satisfying in a way I didn t anticipate. That said, the meat dishes did not disappoint either. The Fire Wings were exactly what I hoped for crispy, tender with a lot of spice (youve been warned) and a depth of flavor that made them hard to resist. Each dish was well thought out, and it s clear the kitchen takes pride in both their meat and vegetable offerings. To top off the experience, there was live music from Tesni Jones (from The Voice), which added a lovely, relaxed atmosphere to the evening. Overall, my night at Gurkha Fire was fantastic. The combination of good food, thoughtful service, and a unique setting made it a memorable evening. I d definitely recommend it to anyone passing through Chatham or even locals looking for something to do at the weekend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Second time we have visited Gurkha Fire, after going to Dylan s a few times in the past, we were still not disappointed. The service was very attentive, food was delicious and it is a nice place to be. Would definitely recommend. We had the Palak Chaat and Fire Fries to start, for mains we had the mixed grill which was lovely, and plenty of food and also the Paneer Tikka Masala. Would very much recommend the spicy cocktail.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Incredible flavours across every dish. Bravo

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Great place, very delicious food, and professional service Highly recommended

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Really loved the food, atmosphere, service! Everything was top notch! Cannot recommend the restaurant enough and will definitely visit again. Everything I ordered was lovely and great quality, but would love to recommend the peanut sadheko as a nibble if you like something with drinks. Also if anybody loves spice, definitely give the fire sauce a try. Extended gratitude to servers, chef, and other organisers for making the dinner so lovely!

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Amazing food and atmosphere will 100% be back soon

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Lovely service and friendly staff! Great food made to feel extremely welcome

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Amazing food & service!!!

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Probably the best curry Ive had and Ive had plenty! Highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Went here for my wifes 30th for a chilled dinner date. We came with our 2 month old baby and they seated us in a place conducive to stowing a pram. The food was very nice. The menu is limited but that is ok as i have a preference for restaurants that try and do a page or 2 of dishes to a very high standard instead of claiming to stock fresh ingredients for a whole books worth of dishes and under delivering. The best bit of our experience was that, the proprietor came over to ask how our meal was. We were complimentary but when he learned it was for my wifes birthday without prompt went to retrieve a little bottle of prosecco pro bono. Ill definitely return to try more of their menu.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Amazing people, service and food. Cooked by master spice blenders this decadent meal was hearty, delicious fresh and exciting. The complexity of flavours built up from a gentle caress to a full on lip smacking kiss! Yum yum well be back. Highly recommend the mutton curry naan breads and momos plus the chai liqueur dessert was exquisite and the chocolate fondant finished the meal to perfection.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

The excellent reviews are absolutely well deserved. Incredible food, impeccable service, we cant wait to return. Food was such high quality and a great ambience.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Mutton stew is lovely

★★★★
October 21, 2024

Loved it so much, came for my 18th birthday. service was great, everyone was lovely, food tasted amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Wow! What an Amazing place. The food was Devine and the service was second to none. A must visit place. Loved every minute of our experience. Xx

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Love the food and the wit on the menu, staff were very friendly and the dishes were delicious. I particularly loved the Samosa Chaat, but have been informed she spinach dish is even better. All round great experience will deffo be back in the near future.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Went to eat at this place on Saturday night with family. The food was really tasty, and the staff and owner were very attentive. Would highly recommend it if you want authentic Nepalese dishes.

★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Certainly a little different. Expected a traditional Gurkha cuisine but it wasn t. Don t get me wrong the food was very good but the menu was a bit limited. Also quite expensive.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

The food was amazing (we had a few small plates to share, naan and each got a main curry) and the service was wonderful with friendly and attentive staff. The bathroom felt nice and clean too. Lovely experience would definitely come again.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Amazing, amazing, amazing!!! Could not recommend enough! We came in for a birthday dinner for my mum, after craving an Indian. Not long ago, we had been to Dishoom and were blown away. The quality of dishes and experience at Gurkha Fire equally matched what we experienced at Dishoom which blew us away with it being a smaller restaurant. Would have to give a special mention to Ben who gave us plenty of time to view the menu, offered us nibbles and tap water, and guided us through the menu. For three of us (one veggie) we went for: Palak Chaat, Waghorn Potatoes, Gavi Manchurian, Lamb Momo, Fried Okra, Paneer Tikka, Seekh Kebab, Raita and Garlic Naan. All of which we would eat again over and over. Could not fault the staff or the food. Was so happy we could have a special meal for my mums birthday. And to top it off, Ben gave my mum a cider for the ride! Thank you

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Nice restaurant, food was great and Keshav the chef is a legend Parking: Big Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

First time here! Welcomed through the door with some big smiles, made to feel comfortable straight away! During our amazing dinner the chef Keshav greeted us and was absolutely top top bloke! Defo recommend! Thank you so much!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

First time visiting and Ill be back. Food was amazing, restaurant was gorgeous, staff were friendly and we had a chat with one of the owners. Deffo recommend Food : 5/5

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

This place has best authentic Nepalese food in England and I personally suggest everyone to try ones

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Cute romantic place,food is amazing

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

I had an amazing experience at Gurkha Fire today. The dishes were absolutely delicious, with a great variety to choose from, and everything was prepared to perfection. What really stood out to me, though, was the exceptional service and hospitality. The staff were incredibly attentive, friendly, and made me feel truly welcomed. From start to finish, the whole experience was top-notch, and I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and outstanding service. I ll definitely be coming back!

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Amazing food but the service is what makes this place stand out. Every single staff member was so friendly. Saira was our server for the night and I couldn t fault her, felt like we were being served by a friend

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Brilliant!

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Great food, great service xx

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

I love this restaurant, staff are excellent and make time to chat with you to make sure everything is perfect. Food is gorgeous, this was my third visit this year and we are booked for the Christmas menu. Atmosphere is great.Well done and continued success to you xx

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Best Indian restaurant I have visited outside of Yorkshire !! Food was amazing with lots of different options not the usual run of the Mill . Visited for my daughters birthday and we will definitely be back

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Great food, authentic and delicious. Attentive service

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Amazing food great cocktails and the staff were as friendly as can be.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Went for a dinner with my work-- Really beautiful interiors, really friendly and hospitable staff, the manager was lovely and took our photo for us, even the chefs were incredibly friendly! The food was magnificent as well! Beautifully presented and the menu suited the tables varied needs in terms of spice levels. Lots of veggie and vegan options available too. A musician came on towards the tail end of the evening and he was great, really added to the atmosphere rather than imposing on it as some live music can. Just the right volume for us to continue chatting if we wanted too.

★★★★
October 21, 2024

Fantastic customer service and food was delicious ( but manager has a bad attitude )

★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

The service was nice, but overall the food was disappointing. I really enjoyed the garlic chicken wings, but the main courses we had (Fire Lamb and Tandoori Chicken) were bland. Considering the fairly high price of 34 pounds each (not ordering any drinks or dessert), I would not visit again unfortunately.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Great wheelchair access, friendly staff and excellent food for vegetarians and vegans. Recommend the palak chaat, govi manchurian, the samosas and the paneer tikka masala.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Amazing food, service and atmosphere, definitely worth visiting. Dietary restrictions: Good vegetarian options Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

First time visiting Gurka Fire last night and will certainly be back. Food was incredible, staff attentive and friendly, live music, lovely venue. Fantastic! 100% recommend. Thanks Gurka Fire team for a great evening.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Lovely place, attentive staff, delicious food. All in all a perfect lunch and reasonably priced.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Honestly the loveliest staff, service was amazing and the food even better than the service. Would highly recommend to anyone. Will definitely be booking again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

First time and will be going back food was excellent very good service highly recommended this restaurant

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

We went at the weekend around 3pm for an early dinner and it was 11/10. Every dish tasted amazing, the owner came over and recommended a dish which he kindly gave us on the house so we could try it, he also went through som history and about how the dishes are made which we loved as you could see the care for the place. Will be back asap & will recommend! Thank you for a lovely meal :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Perfect place, delicious food, very kind service provided by Shika! Not first time here, always faultless!! We ll be back soon!!! Strongly recommended!!! Vas and Dora

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Been dying to visit since it opened, and wasn t disappointed. Absolutely INCREDIBLE food - try the Govi Manchurian, and the Palak Chaat Service, drinks and atmos all spot on! In my top three restaurants in the area hands down. Thanks to the chef, owners and especially Tallulah for looking after us. We ll be back Vegetarian options: About a third of the menu is veggie / vegan Dietary restrictions: Cater for gluten free and vegetarian very well!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

WOW!!!! WOW!!!! WOW!!!! The best Nepalese food we have ever tasted and the hospitality was just absolutely unbelievable!! I can honestly say this must be one of the best restaurants we have ever visited and it s in Medway (on our doorstep) The vibe here last night with the live singer was something else. I will do a separate reel so he can be heard, as he deserves it with that voice He was unbelievable too. The food was just simply amazing and we said to the chef that we thought it was even better than Dishoom in London, to then find out 2 of the chefs used to work there!! The owners (managers and chef), even came to our table to speak to us to see how we were getting on, it was service like no other, from the bar staff to the Waitresses especially TALLULAH who served us, who is absolutely amazing and a credit to Gurkha Fire , the chefs and the managers. I still cannot get over it. The meat just melted off the bone and the starters OMG!!! In my husbands words you can taste the love that went into the food I wish we had time for dessert too, next time we will go earlier, as we were the last ones left The whole restaurant feels like somewhere expensive in London and it is decorated with amazing features from Nepal!!! Every little detail was just fantastic!!!! These guys have really pulled it off here and they deserve every bit of recognition!!! This place is going to be so popular!! This is an honest review from 2 foodies who have visited 100s of restaurants!! Still blown away from our visit!!!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Great food, service and drinks and a great atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

We came here tonight for the first time - everything was exceptional - food, atmosphere, service. Our waitress Muskan was a delight! Were quite local so will be back soon.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Very lovely. Vegetarian options: Lots of options Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Delicious food and best naan

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Great service by our welcoming waitress Muskan, she was happy to explain the menu to us, quick and efficient. Really balanced food Highly recommended..

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

First time visiting and loved it. Food was excellent, staff are all friendly and helpful. The setting and decor is really great making the best of the old fire house. Will definitely visit again and bring our friends

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

A great night was had. We enjoyed our food and the music. The service from Muskan was exceptional. Thank you all!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Absolutely amazing food and brilliant service from muskaan.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Muskan was amazing! She was patient and the best host ever!!!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Absolutely fantastic food,ambiance and service. A special thank you to Tallulah who was so friendly and efficient and enhanced our total experience. Loved the different options on the menu and will definitely be back for more very soon! Thank you all.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Ghurka Fire - An Unforgettable Culinary Experience in Chatham I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a lunch at Ghurka Fire in Chatham, Kent, and I can t recommend it highly enough. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm hospitality and an inviting atmosphere that set the tone for a truly memorable meal. The menu offers an incredible selection of authentic Nepalese and Indian dishes, each one more tempting than the last. I was particularly impressed with the depth of flavor in every bite; it s clear that the chefs at Ghurka Fire take immense pride in their craft. The spices were perfectly balanced, the ingredients fresh, and the presentation was beautiful. The service was exceptional friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. The staff went out of their way to ensure that every aspect of our meal was perfect, providing helpful recommendations and making us feel truly welcome. If you re in Chatham and looking for a dining experience that s a cut above the rest, Ghurka Fire is an absolute must-visit. Whether you re a fan of Nepalese cuisine or new to it, this restaurant offers something special for everyone. I m already looking forward to my next visit! Vegetarian options: They will adjust most meals to accommodate vegan and vegetarian options. Dietary restrictions: Lots of vegan and vege options, gluten free options, and the staff are more than happy to make adjustmentsz Wheelchair accessibility: From the front door, this restaurant is wheelchair accessible. The toilets are on the ground floor and disabled friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Brilliant meal , lovely flavours, staff so attentive, ambience great , Josh behind bar created one of the best mojito,s . Great afternoon meal .

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Amazing food, innovative cocktails and pleasant staff! Will definitely come back :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

My friends and came here cannot fault any part of service and food, all a1 food was amazing I will be back

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Absolutely gorgeous! Cant fault anything! The food is amazing, the cocktails amazing and the staff are great. I would go as far t9 say the best place in the meds to eat! 10 out of 10. Namaste

September 21, 2024

My partner and I travel to Chatham often and every time we walked past, we smelled such amazing food.. so we decided to finally try it today. Waste of £35.36. It started with lipstick on a glass, then hair on my plate it states on the menu that the butter chicken is NOT a sweet mess .. that is exactly what it was. It was the sweetest curry my partner and I ever tasted. He actually had to change his dish because of the sweetness. My mutton was ok but not as impressive as the menu tried to sell. The prices were pretty high so we also expected value for money the portions were so small that we left the restaurant hungry. My 8 year old daughter could easily finish the portion for adults. On top of everything, there was a large group of people that acted like they were watching a football match in a pub down the road. We have a 3 hour drive back home and we are planning to stop at a Burger King because we are still hungry.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Very very good. Had the mutton which was a bit of a smaller portion than expected but was delicious, as was everything else we ate. The wine was nice. The waiting staff/service was amazing, didnt have to wait ever. Will be back!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Amazing food! It was our second visit so we tried some different options and it was as all delicious. Nice touch being able to see and chat to the chef afterwards. We didn t realise there d be live music on the night we went and we found it a little loud whilst trying to chat, but otherwise a wonderful experience.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Amazing food, well flavoured just the right spice and the firehouse sauce gives an added kick

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Food was delicious service was excellent and atmosphere was nice everything just right

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Amazing good, brilliant service atmosphere was great!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

This was the first time visiting and we were pleasantly surprised

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

I went here with my partner for our anniversary and that is some of the freshest different food Ive ever had it clean nice and spicy the toilets were extremely clean the service was 10 out of 10 and Ill deffo be going back next week.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Great restaurant, fab food and brilliant service. Support an independent business and go along, you won t be disappointed . Vegetarian options: Plenty of veggie options

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Great food, great staff and management, 5th visit tonight gets better every time. Highly recommend

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

First visit tonight with friends and we will definitely be returning :) The food and service were both amazing

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Gurkha Fire is one of the best restaurant experiences weve ever had. We came here for my birthday meal and was absolutely blown away. From the incredibly warm and personal service to the most flavoursome, inventive yet traditional food cooked from the heart by people who are passionate about what they do - and boy do they do it well. I was shocked to find out this restaurant is 6 months old. It has the confidence and precision of an establishment thats been around for years and had the time to hone and perfect each and every part of the business. I cant wait to come back here and try more incredible dishes. A massive well done to owner Hari and his top class team!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Amazing lunch, great service too. I would highly recommend a visit .

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Brilliant food and lovely staff! Highly recommended! We travelled from Ramsgate especially to eat here!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Really great food, lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Not your average restaurant! Beautiful cuisine, packed with flavour, great atmosphere and attentive staff. Thankyou

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Great food and great atmosphere. Would deffo reccomend Food

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Nice food and good service. We definitely come back again.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Really delicious food, lovely venue and very friendly attentive staff, excellent experience, will definitely be back. Vegetarian options: Very good selection, all lovely

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Really impressed with this restaurant - delicious food, attentive staff and great vibe. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

First time leaving a review for a restaurant this place is so good that it felt like an injustice not to share my thoughts! The food was absolutely delicious, atmosphere was great and the service was on another level! Had a great chat with Harinder who noticed I was dining alone and made every effort to make me feel comfortable and welcome. Thanks for a great experience :)

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Lovely place in the heart of Chatham. Momo s are to die for. Chef s have worked on the menu so efficiently that it caters to all diet preferences. Lovely ambience and great staff. Loved our time at Gurkha fire. Cannot wait to visit again.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Exceptional food and service! Will most definitely be back.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

A great restaurant with amazing service. The restaurant has a personal touch, with staff going the extra mile to provide the best experience and food. A must try!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

One of the best restaurants in Medway the starters are the best to eat, mixed grill is worth ordering the ambience are beautiful , the staff working here are super friendly and conforts you, special thanks to Muskaan, the manager Kay head chef who came to our table and spoke to us Had a lovely evening

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Rotate cold bottles of beer

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Very nice surprise to find this restaurant. Will definitely go back. All the food we had was lovely

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Vegan options are FIRE!

★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Really good atmosphere and great service with equally good food. Pricing is appropriate as well. Overall a great experience.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Gorgeous food, lovely staff and fantastic atmosphere! We tried the lunch menu and it was absolutely delicious and fantastic value for money. Highly recommend! Dietary restrictions: Lots of vegetarian and vegan options.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Had a lovely evening at Ghurka Fire last week. Met the manager and the chef. The chef asked if they could improve and I couldn t think of anything. Was perfect. Relaxed and friendly but efficient service and really tasty food. Can t wait to have another cheese and truffle oil naan.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Everything was amazing; the food, the atmosphere and the staff especially. Would come again and definitely recommend

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Just back from a lovely meal tonight, delicious food, attentive staff, good atmosphere, will definitely be back

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

The food is amazing ! Great choices , all tastes devine! We went as a group of 8 , had live music too , the very talanted Liam Joseph entertained us. Vegetarian options: Gobi Manchurian has amazing flavour and the palak chat and momo have vegetarian options

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

The food was utterly delicious and authentic. The service was amazing and the atmosphere was buzzing. Would highly recommend, I can t wait to go back 10/10 for me.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Great place. Quality food.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Everything was just amazing at this restaurant, the food, service and the atmosphere just perfect. Imagine Dishoom with 10 times tastier food and similar vibe but better service.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

We had a wonderful meal, as usual, we started with cocktails and then a delicious meal, the waitress , harshita, was very friendly and helpful. We recommend it to all our friends and family.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Absolutely brilliant! The resteraunt staff were kind and attentive, the resteraunt itself was clean and well managed and the food was delightful. We had a mix of dishes including the Palak Chaat (which was the standout dish for me), Timur Chicken, Palak Mushroom, Lamb chops, House Black Daal, Pulao and Garlic Naan. Followed by a mix of the desserts (cheesecake, fondant and pistachio ice cream) We will definitely be back!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Ryan, was brilliant. Super friendly. Very accommodating! And the food was brilliant! Definitely coming back!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Another fabulous meal at Gurka fire great service from Shikha. Thanks guys for a great evening

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Incredible food, all 10/10. Great service from Ryan

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Shika was great making sure we had everything we need. It was so delicious and so had several sides and mains. Portions were good and I can t express enough how tasty it was. Food

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

What an absolute joy it was to try this restaurant for the first time. Most delicious food and nothing was to much trouble they catered to all of our needs. Once you have eaten here you will definitely be a return customer. Thankyou so much to all the staff will see you again soon. Don Burgiss

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

We came to celebrate my husbands birthday and we were not disappointed . Shikha was an absolute superstar and a real credit to the restaurant!!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

I went to Gurkha fire and tried their butter chicken and some other food the food was really up to the mark especially butter chicken was top notch, we were given amazing service by one of their team member named Shikha, she was really helpful and approachable, she made our experience better with her service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

My second time coming here with different groups and each time me and my friends/family loved this place. The ambience is great, the staff and chef are wonderful. Also, their food is top notch. Their tandoori chicken, tandoori roti, butter naan are all delicious. The mutton curry was also very tasty. Also, try their Gurkha Fire cheesy chips. Thank you to the entire team for always being so attentive, friendly and providing amazing food.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Very nice, reasonably priced food. Greeted at the table by the owner/chef (nice touch ) to get our feedback. Very friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

First time here and definitely won t be the last. We were made to feel very welcome with excellent friendly service and the food is absolutely delicious. It outdid some top Indian restaurants I ve tried in London so it s a real treat to have in Medway. The decor is tasteful and comfy too. I really hope that the restaurant is as successful as it deserves to be as we need more places as good as this in the area. You can tell how much they care.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

First time here, for lunch. Friendless stuff, air conditioning and excellent food Vegetarian options: Numerous dishes, chickpea mushrooms vegetables all on their own curry Wheelchair accessibility: Level stop free access

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Delicious food, great ambience and service

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Best customer service, best Nepali foods & atmosphere of restaurants we feel like we are in Nepal. Tastes are so authentic. Food is very freshly made. We can taste all spices. Food like made by mother. Surprising part is all people working there are on same vibe. Almost everyone checks if customers are okay with food and everything. Had a chat with Chef Keshav. He had experienced about two decades. He had a great knowledge about food. This place is highly recommended for locals and tourists I am from Australia we were visiting Uk best food we got in UK. There are many restaurants in Australia but Gurkha fire is one of the best restaurants. I would like to recommend to you all, I am % sure you won t regret. Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian options

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Had a little taster meal at the street food stall at City Wall wine bar, top drawer! I had chicken wings (the hot & soy) the other half had chicken mo mo, all 3 delicious! Can t wait to pop in for a sit in at the restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Best food in Medway, especially the Timur Chicken! Have enjoyed every time Ive been immensely and look forward to sharing this place with more friends and family.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

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