# Desi - Old India Cafe, Southsea — Reviews & Opening Hours > Desi - Old India Cafe — Indian Restaurant in Southsea with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 1,842 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/restaurants/desi-old-india-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Indian Restaurant # Desi - Old India Cafe 173 Elm Grove, Southsea [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4821403993074233699&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Desi - Old India Cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112362336696702334622) **In short:** Desi - Old India Cafe is an Indian restaurant in Southsea, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,842 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Desi - Old India Cafe Desi - Old India Cafe serves Indian dishes including railway lamb, sev puri and onion bhaji. Portions are generous and the kitchen uses fresh ingredients and balanced spices. The restaurant holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The venue is suited to children and groups, and takes bookings. It is located at 173 Elm Grove in Southsea. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Desi - Old India Cafe's own website](https://desicafe.co/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - UMAMI Street Food next door - The One Eyed Dog next door - Portsmouth Cycle Exchange Southsea next door - Mediterranean Super Market 200m away - Kings Theatre 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this Indian restaurant serves delicious and authentic dishes, including railway lamb, sev puri, and onion bhaji. They highlight the generous portions, flavorful spices, and fresh ingredients. They also like the beautiful decor and friendly service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (1,842 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Southsea Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1297226). [More restaurants in Southsea](https://staycation.co.uk/southsea/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (1,842 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://desicafe.co/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [023 9286 5795](tel:02392865795) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Southsea **Plus Code** 9C2WQWQ8+QQ ### 🏨 Places to stay near Southsea Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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