Our Best Places to Eat for Diwali

4 November 2021

Happy Diwali everyone!

Diwali is the five-day Festival of Lights, celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world.

Diwali, which for some also coincides with harvest and new year celebrations, is a festival of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.

We're sharing our top 5 places to celebrate Diwali in Birmingham, just in case you hadn't decided where to have your feast!

1. Mowgli

Right in the heart of Grand Central Station you'll find the rustic jungle themed Mowgli, complete with cute swings and fresh Indian home cooking.

Mowgli is not about the intimate, hushed dining experience. It is about the smash and grab zing of healthy, light, virtuosic herbs and spices.

A staff favourite (and our favourite) is the Mowgli Paneer; tender cubes of soft paneer cheese simmered with velvety sweet, spiced tomatoes, garden peas and fresh spinach.

2. Dhalings

Want a Diwali takeaway? Dhaling's Kitchen is the perfect find.

Dhaling's deliver authentic, delicious, meat-free Indian meals in Birmingham, with a passion for helping the planet.

If you fancy a selection, the Thali Wali has you covered. Their thali is made up of 2 vegan curries, 1 naan bread, 1 dhal, Basmati rice and a selection of papads.

They also have a special treat for Diwali: 30% off your ENTIRE ORDER this season to celebrate the Festival of Lights! Head to their Facebook for more info.

3. Indico Street Kitchen

The dynamic culture of North Indian street cuisine can be experienced in Birmingham's Mailbox at Indico Street Kitchen.

Described as an all-round authentic experience, Indico pays tribute to street food culture, as well as the noble vendors, who serve every day believing Atithi devo vhava (The guest is God).

Tuck into the Daal Makhani, Punjabi’s pasandeeda (favourite): black lentils and red kidney beans prepared in Indico’s special spices, and gently cooked in a delicious, creamy sauce.

4. SKVP - Shree Krisha Vada Pav

Try some mouth-watering munch from Mumbai at SKVP in Aston.

SKVP (stands for Shree, Krishna, Vada and Pav) serves Maharashtrian delicacies as well as other exotic dishes from all over the country. Their freshly prepared vegetarian food is highlight customisable to suit your taste buds, all for a reasonable price.

Enjoy Mumbai's famous street food Pav Bhaji; a blend of mixed vegetables in a tomato-based sauce served with two buttered-fried baps.

5. Dishoom

From Bombay with love, Dishoom sends their warmest Diwali greetings to all.

Based in Centenary Square, Dishoom pays homage to the Irani cafés and the food of all Bombay, where people from all walks of life shared tables, rubbed shoulders and broke bread together.

The Dishoom House Chaat is a beauty to behold: Warm-cold, sweet-tangy and moreish. Golden-fried sweet potato covered with pomegranate, beetroot, radish and carrot, drizzled in Tamarind and green chutney.