Fatt Pundit, situated in London's Covent Garden, offers a unique Indo-Chinese fusion dining experience. The menu features dishes like steamed momos, crackling spinach, shredded chilli beef, and lamb chops with black bean dust. New additions include saffron butter prawns in a coconut Malabar sauce and honey chilli duck with steamed pancakes. The restaurant spans two floors, with two bar areas serving cocktails inspired by Indian and Chinese flavors. Halal options are available, with chicken, beef, and lamb prepared separately. The venue is child-friendly and offers outdoor seating, making it suitable for groups.
What each source says
- Google Places 4.8 13,469
- Open Table 4.5 800
Bar length is review volume, so you can see how much weight sits behind each score. Captured 2026-08-21.
What visitors single out
Liked
- Exceptional Service Many reviewers highlight the attentive and friendly service, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience.
- Flavorful Indo-Chinese Fusion The restaurant offers a unique and delicious fusion of Indian and Chinese cuisine, with bold and exciting flavors in every dish.
- Highly Recommended Dishes Several dishes receive consistent praise, including the crackling spinach, momos, lamb chops, and monkfish malabar curry.
- Memorable Birthday Celebrations The restaurant provides special touches for birthday celebrations, including candles, decorations, and personalized service.
- Shareable Plates The menu features small plates designed for sharing, allowing diners to sample a variety of dishes and flavors.
Criticised
- Inadequate Facilities Some reviewers have noted that the restrooms are not well-maintained and detract from the overall dining experience.
- Inconsistent Atmosphere Depending on the time of day, the atmosphere can range from pleasant to chaotic and noisy, with cramped seating arrangements.
- Inconsistent Food Quality Some dishes can be hit or miss, with reviewers noting inconsistencies in flavor and preparation, particularly with the sticky sesame vegetables and honey duck.
- Overly Attentive Staff Some reviewers found the staff to be overly attentive, creating a slightly uncomfortable dining atmosphere.
- Rushed Dining Experience Diners sometimes report feeling rushed, with quick service and pressure to vacate tables within a limited time frame.
The longer read
Fatt Pundit offers a unique Indo-Chinese fusion dining experience that receives generally positive feedback, with many reviewers specifically praising the flavorful and well-executed dishes. Several reviewers highlight the Crackling Spinach as a must-try, alongside other popular choices such as the momos (dumplings), lollipop chicken, and the Malabar Monkfish Curry. The lamb chops are frequently mentioned as a standout dish, noted for their perfect cooking and seasoning. The menu is designed for sharing, allowing diners to sample a variety of flavors and textures. Many reviewers appreciate the quality and unique twists on familiar dishes. Several reviewers who have lived in or near Calcutta report that the flavors evoke fond memories of street-style Indian Chinese food. The food is considered by many to be delicious and good value, especially the pre-theater menu. Some found the spice levels to be tourist-friendly. The restaurant also offers halal and gluten-free options. Several reviewers commend the attentive and friendly service provided by specific staff members, including Raj, Rutul, Nihal, Geet, Alex, Sneha, Pal, Abhi, C.D., Mac, and especially Ruby. These staff members are often mentioned for their recommendations, attentiveness, and for making the dining experience memorable, particularly for special occasions like birthdays, where staff sometimes provide a surprise. However, some reviewers mention that the service can sometimes feel rushed, especially when dining on a tight schedule. Also, some reviewers reported issues with attentiveness such as empty glasses and attempts to clear unfinished plates. The ambiance is generally described as pleasant, although some note that it can be noisy or cramped, especially when the restaurant is busy. A few reviewers mention issues with the temperature, reporting that it can be too chilly due to air conditioning or too warm due to malfunctioning air conditioning and spicy food. Some reviewers note that the restrooms need updating. While most reviewers find the food to be excellent, a few mention that some dishes can be inconsistent or not to their taste, such as the honey duck being too sweet or certain dishes lacking creativity. A small number of reviews express concern about the portion sizes relative to the price. Some vegetarian diners have noted that there aren't many vegetarian main dish options.
A synthesis of third-party reviews supplied by Mindtrip travel index. Not written by Breaks.
Getting there
- Phone
- 020 7836 8883
- Website
- fattpundit.co.uk/covent-garden
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12:00 - 14:15, 16:45 - 22:15 |
| Wed | 12:00 - 14:15, 16:45 - 22:15 |
| Thu | 12:00 - 14:15, 16:45 - 22:15 |
| Fri | 12:00 - 22:15 |
| Sat | 12:00 - 22:15 |
| Sun | 12:00 - 22:15 |
Against the neighbourhood
Rated 4.8 against a median of 4.5 across the 94 places to eat we hold for Covent Garden, where the most-reviewed is Ave Mario.
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Where this comes from
Venue records are drawn from the Mindtrip travel index, which aggregates place data and review signals from Google Places, Tripadvisor and booking providers. Ratings are reproduced per source rather than merged into a single number. Distances to nearby venues are computed here as great-circle distances between the published coordinates, not walking or driving routes. Comparison figures are medians computed across the venues we hold for the same neighbourhood or city.
Source: Mindtrip travel index, captured 2026-08-21.
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