Masala Zone, long known for serving ‘proper Indian food’, has taken things up a notch with an exciting limited-time West Coast Voyager menu (15th Feb – 27th April) that transports diners on a gastronomic journey down India’s west coast. For ten weeks, the restaurant is revamping nearly its entire menu to showcase the diverse and vibrant cuisines of six key regions, from Gujarat to Kerala.

 Masala Zone has attempted to bridge the gap between traditional Indian dishes and English adapted recipes. This isn’t just a few new dishes—it’s an immersive culinary experience. The chefs at Masala Zone have meticulously recreated the street food gems, home-style specialties, and festive dishes found along the western shoreline of India, ensuring a bold, regional authenticity rarely seen in London.

The journey begins in Gujarat, where the state’s vegetarian dishes like Mandvi Dabeli, a tangy, spiced potato-filled street snack, and the delightful Yam Tikki Chaat, a crisped purple yam delicacy served with tamarind.

From there, Mumbai offers. Must-tries include the Bombay Vada Pao Sliders, a street-food classic with spiced vegetable patties in caramelised onion pao, and the Khoja Chicken Biryani, a rich, aromatic dish enhanced with almond and mace. Vada Pao Sliders are a staple of authentic Indian cuisine but often don’t stand out on menu’s but are definitely one not to miss if sharing in a group

Moving further south, the Konkan Coast (between Mumbai and Goa) delivers dishes packed with coconut, kokum, and coastal spices. The Konkan Grilled Seabream is a standout, while the vegan Konkani Veg Khatkhate Curry brings a comforting, festive warmth.

Goa’s Portuguese-Indian fusion influence takes center stage next, featuring the Goan Spiced Crab Cake with Vindaloo Mayo, the fiery Chorizo Balchao Chilli Fry, and the traditional Goa Fish Curry, all bursting with bold, tangy flavors. You get the peri peri spice from this region mixed with your curry, the flavours on Goan dishes are incredible

As the journey continues, the Malabar Coast (stretching through Karnataka and Kerala) offers deep, layered flavors influenced by centuries of trade. The Karwari Crispy Fried Prawns, Seabass Tawa Fry, and Malabar Moplah Lamb Biryani highlight this region’s spice-forward dishes, while the Udupi Masala Bullet Idlis—fluffy, fermented lentil-rice cakes tossed in gunpowder spice—are an unexpected delight.

Finally, the Kerala leg of the voyage brings a fusion of Christian, Muslim, and Hindu culinary traditions, reflected in dishes like the Cochin Lamb Curry (a Keralan Rogan Josh), the Alleppey Prawn Curry with raw mango and turmeric, and the richly spiced Malabar Moplah Lamb Biryani, a dish steeped in centuries-old traditions.

Masala Zone has created an menu full of flavour with their Culinary Voyage of India’s West Coast. The authentic flavors, regional diversity, and sheer variety make it an unmissable experience for anyone who loves Indian cuisine. Be sure to ask your server about where the flavours of your dish originate from! I was reading about the Portuguese traders from Goa after my visit.

Available across their Soho, Piccadilly Circus, Covent Garden, and Earl’s Court locations.

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