Chakra Riverside Kingston Upon Thames

It was really nice afternoon at kingston, really hungry and quite new to place and I came across this restaurant. I would say must eat in place. Prices were good as per the dish. We have ordered indian cuisine, tasty( avacado rolls we loved the most). Ambient atmosphere. Special mention: Toilets were very clean and no bad smell. Customer service was also good. You can enjoy your afternoon or evening calmly away from city life of london with good food. ☺️.

Granth has been amazing!! Yesterday I went on dinner date and it was soo good. I love the atmosphere, food was absolutely amazing and delicious. N served by Granth who is an amazing person and great at his work. Full of recommendations!! Would love to come back again. Thanks for the great evening.

Lovely restaurant with a beautiful riverside setting. The location and ambiance are both charming and relaxing. The food was delicious and full of flavor. While the portions are generous, the prices are on the higher side—likely due to the prime location. Service was attentive and efficient.

Chose to eat here as it is in a great spot overlooking the river. It was a sunny evening and all seemed good. What a disappointment. The waiters didn't seem to care less at all, very ambivalent. We only wanted one main between us as we weren't that hungry but we were told this wouldn't be enough and we had to have 2 - really! The rice was dry and crusty like it had been sat in the fridge foe days and had just been warmed up in the microwave..the curries were meh! And the salty lime drink - yuk! No return for us.

This is genuinely the best restaurant in Kingston, the food is outstanding and the service provided by Granth was exceptional. The bottomless brunch provides unbeatable value for money. If you like seafood make sure your order the prawns!

The location is the highlight here — a lovely spot by the river that feels perfect for summer weather. Outdoor seating is limited but cozy, and the indoor space, where we sat, is small yet accessible. Unfortunately, the experience went downhill from there. Service was disappointing from the start. The staff gave off unwelcoming vibes, and even after taking our order, they left the menus cluttering the table until the food arrived. Despite confirming our order multiple times, they still managed to get it wrong. The meal began on a positive note: the starter — lamb chops — was flavorful and easily the best part of the evening. But once we finished, the dirty plates sat on the table until the mains were ready. While the mains did arrive quickly (a plus for anyone who wants to eat and go), the execution left much to be desired. Dishes were mixed up — items meant to be dry came drowned in sauce, while those that should have had sauce were dry. To make matters worse, we discovered a hair in one dish. When we raised this with the manager, the explanation given was that the sauce “came from the warehouse,” not homemade, which was hardly reassuring. Adding to the poor impression, much of the staff — including the manager — spent the evening outside by the river, leaving the front unattended. Reserved tables were also given away, leaving other parties stranded inside waiting awkwardly for space. Overall: • Food: 4/10 – Fast service but lacking in flavor and quality, with little sign of being freshly prepared. • Atmosphere: 6.5/10 – Great location, though poorly managed. • Service: 3/10 – Disorganized, inattentive, and unprofessional. With so many positive reviews, I had high expectations, but my visit was a letdown. Sadly, I wouldn’t return

We had a bottomless brunch, by far this was the most amazing experience we’ve had, we’ve tried lots of different locations. Our waiter Granth was so helpful and explained the dishes. We didn’t need to ask for a top up. Food was so well presented and so delicious. Would highly recommend. We are ready to rebook.

I’ve visited this place multiple times, hoping things would improve — but every time, I end up disappointed. The food is inconsistent. Some dishes come out too salty or poorly prepared. The only item I can rely on is the vada pav, and that’s the only thing I order now. Today, I ordered a vada pav and butter chicken for takeaway for my cousin and even paid extra for an additional pav — but they didn’t bother to include it. If I’m paying for something, I expect to receive it. It’s that simple. It’s not just about taste — it’s about basic service, consistency, and respect for customers.