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Our Stall
Quintessential Bharat is located inside Upmarket Brick Lane, one of the most vibrant street food destinations in London, right on the iconic Brick Lane.
If you're exploring Brick Lane and looking for authentic Indian street food, Quintessential Bharat brings the bold flavours, spices and traditions of India to the heart of East London's most famous food market.
Upmarket is part of the legendary Brick Lane Market, attracting thousands of visitors every weekend who come to discover unique food, independent traders and the creative culture that makes Brick Lane one of London's most exciting places to eat.




Our Food
At Quintessential Bharat, we celebrate the rich culinary traditions of India through vibrant street food inspired by regional flavours, spices and cooking techniques.
Located inside Upmarket on Brick Lane, our stall is part of London's thriving street food scene, where visitors come to experience international flavours, creative cuisine and some of the best street food in East London.
Whether you're visiting Brick Lane for the markets, the famous street art and graffiti, or simply searching for great food near Shoreditch and the East End, Quintessential Bharat offers a true taste of India in the middle of London's most energetic market district.
Culture & Art
The area around Brick Lane is known worldwide for its street art, markets and food culture. Visitors exploring the colourful graffiti and murals around the neighbourhood often stop at Upmarket to discover the diverse range of food stalls and flavours from around the world.
Right in the centre of this vibrant atmosphere, Quintessential Bharat invites you to experience Indian street food in Brick Lane, surrounded by the creativity, culture and energy that make this part of London so unique.

Brick Lane graffiti © Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA

Truman's Brewery chimney © ceridwen / CC BY-SA 2.0
The Venue
The Old Truman Brewery is one of East London's most iconic landmarks — a historic Victorian industrial building that today hosts Upmarket, vintage markets, galleries, and creative events every weekend.
It's here, inside Upmarket at the Truman Brewery, that you'll find Quintessential Bharat — serving bold, authentic Indian street food right in the heart of Brick Lane's thriving food scene.
Getting Here
📍 Address
London E1
Find Quintessential Bharat inside Upmarket on Brick Lane, in the heart of East London's famous street food and market scene.
🚇 Liverpool Street
About 10 minutes walk
🚆 Shoreditch High Street
About 5 minutes walk
🚇 Aldgate East
About 8 minutes walk
Opening Hours
Mon – Sun: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm