# Dhinchak, Thornton Heath — Reviews > Dhinchak — Indian Restaurant in Thornton Heath with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 3.7/5 from 399 Google reviews. Location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/thornton-heath/restaurants/dhinchak (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Indian Restaurant ££ # Dhinchak 785 - 787 London Road, Thornton Heath [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11500782032279700343&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) Google's listing for this restaurant is currently flagged as **closed temporarily**. This isn't always accurate — please confirm directly before visiting. **In short:** Dhinchak is an Indian restaurant in Thornton Heath, rated 3.7 out of 5 from 399 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Dhinchak Dhinchak serves Indian food at 785–787 London Road in Thornton Heath. The restaurant holds a 5 out of 5 food hygiene rating. Diners report the food is authentic and reasonably priced, with vegetarian dishes available alongside the main menu. The staff are generally described as warm and welcoming. The venue operates for lunch and dinner, with takeaway and delivery options alongside dine-in seating. It takes bookings and is suitable for children and groups. Beer, wine and cocktails are served, along with coffee and desserts. Live music features occasionally. Some reports note that service can be slow and staff performance inconsistent. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Dhinchak's own website](https://dhinchakfood.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🚴 Delivery 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## What's nearby - Deepak Foods next door - Grainmill next door - The Pond Post Office next door - KFC Thornton Heath - London Road 150m away - KuKu Kebab House 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and authentic Indian food, which is often described as reasonably priced, and appreciate the warm, welcoming staff and lively atmosphere, sometimes featuring live music. Other reviews mention service can be slow and staff can be unprofessional. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 3.7 / 5 (399 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Thornton Heath Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1475516). [More restaurants in Thornton Heath](https://staycation.co.uk/thornton-heath/restaurants) ★ 3.7 (399 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £30 [Visit official website](https://dhinchakfood.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [020 4541 9486](tel:02045419486) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Thornton Heath **Plus Code** 9C3X9VVP+W2 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Thornton Heath Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DThornton%2BHeath%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/thornton-heath/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/thornton-heath/camping) ## Quick answers ### Is Dhinchak any good? Dhinchak is rated 3.7 out of 5 from 399 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Dhinchak dog-friendly? No, Google lists Dhinchak as not allowing dogs. ### Is Dhinchak good for children? Yes, Dhinchak is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Dhinchak? Yes, Dhinchak takes reservations. ### Does Dhinchak have vegetarian options? Yes, Dhinchak serves vegetarian food. ### Does Dhinchak have outdoor seating? No, Google does not list outdoor seating. ### Is Dhinchak wheelchair accessible? Dhinchak has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Dhinchak? Yes: free street parking. ### How do I contact Dhinchak? 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