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Our Stall
Quintessential Bharat is located inside Upmarket at the Truman Brewery, one of the most vibrant street food destinations in London, right on the iconic Brick Lane.
If you're exploring the area and looking for an authentic Indian curry house in Brick Lane, Quintessential Bharat brings the bold flavours, spices and traditions of India to the heart of East London's most famous food market.
The Truman Brewery 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 and classic Indian curries inspired by regional flavours, spices and cooking techniques.
Located inside the Truman Brewery on Brick Lane, our stall is part of London's thriving street food scene, where visitors come to experience international flavours and discover why many consider us the best curry house Brick Lane has to offer.
Whether you're visiting Brick Lane for the markets, the famous street art, or simply searching for the finest Indian curry and street food in London, 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