Gurkha Fire

4.9 ( 624 reviews )

Checking... 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours

New Cut, Chatham ME4 6AD, United Kingdom

+44 1634 401478

Gurkha Fire, a charming Nepalese restaurant located in Chatham, has gathered rave reviews for its exceptional culinary offerings and welcoming ambiance. Guests highlight the outstanding service, noting how attentive staff create a warm atmosphere, complemented by personal touches from the chef himself. Diners have praised signature dishes like the Palak Mushrooms—creamy, well-spiced spinach and mushroom delicacies—and the Fire Lamb Curry, known for its depth of flavor. Vegan options, such as the Govi Manchurian, also impress those seeking plant-based dishes.

Reviewers consistently mention the generous portion sizes and reasonable prices, especially given the high quality of the food. The cocktails receive a nod as well, with creative combinations that enhance the dining experience. The inviting atmosphere, enriched by smooth background music, encourages guests to linger over their meals. From vibrant starters such as Palik Chat to indulgent desserts like mango cheesecake, Gurkha Fire has truly become a favorite for many, encouraging return visits, even for special occasions.

With excellent food, remarkable service, and a cozy setting, it's no wonder Gurkha Fire enjoys such devoted patronage. Whether celebrating or simply indulging, this restaurant offers a memorable dining experience every time.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- No delivery
Highlights
- Serves great dessert
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Has free water refills
- Serves halal food
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegan dishes
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has bar on site
- Has toilet
- Has Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking

Bhinder Dhothar

Jun 28,2025

Booked in advance to avoid disappointment! Lovely food, the vegan/vegetarian small variety of options were tasty. The firey fries were ok, the Govi Manchurian was very tasty. Our main meals, were served at the right temperature, palak mushrooms- a creamy well balanced in spices to bring out the flavour of spinach and the texture of mushrooms. The Dal Makhani was also velvet textured, balanced in flavour and spice! Finished with a mango cheesecake speciality! This 3 course meals was for two of us. We did enjoy each course and finished them with no space left for anything else. The bill did seem a lot, including service charge - but for a now and again celebration it was lovely, the chef came to meet up with us which was a friendly touch, the staff were rushed off their feet- so had to wait a while to order drinks- however we didn’t have to wait very long for the meal. Not sure if there is usually live music on Thursdays- but there wasn’t any on our visit.

georga capper

Jun 27,2025

Me and my partner come here early evening and I had high expectations and they did not disappoint, this was the best meal I have ever had. Ignore any negative reviews I cannot understand how anyone can think this place is bad the taste of this food was absolutely incredible honestly if I could give 1000 stars I would! The palik chat which is crispy spinach was my favourite and the fire lamb curry. Honestly I cannot rave about this place enough my new favourite restaurant and the service was incredible the chef came out and chatted to us about the history of the place he was lovely. Well done!

Nezzelle Blair

Jun 23,2025

I recently visited Gurkha Fire restaurant in Chatham, and I have to say, it was an unforgettable experience. The service was absolutely outstanding, with attentive staff who made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The managers were personable and clearly passionate about providing a top-notch dining experience. The food was exceptional full of flavour and perfectly cooked. The portion sizes were generous, and considering the quality, the prices were incredibly reasonable. The cocktails were a highlight as well, with a creative selection that complemented the meal perfectly. The atmosphere of the restaurant was warm and inviting, with smooth background music that added to the overall relaxing vibe. We loved it so much that we returned for a second visit on Mother’s Day, where we were treated to live music in the evening, which was a wonderful touch. Overall, I would give this restaurant a solid 5/5 for its fantastic service, delicious no food, and great ambiance. Highly recommend!

April Hills

May 30,2025

Amazing food and amazing staff! Really well looked after, staff incredibly attentive and goes the extra mile. Food was out of this world. Will definitely be back!

Ella Kitney

May 30,2025

FAULTLESS. Wow wow wow. This is one of my new favourite restaurants and one I’ve been telling everyone who will listen to try. Me and my partner came a month or so ago on a Friday night. It was busy but we’d booked in advance as knew it was best to. We were shown to a comfy booth to sit in and ordered a cocktail and a beer. The service was good with the waiter offering to help by explaining the menu as it was our first time visiting. The chef also came out to check we enjoyed the food which was a lovely touch. We went all out - ordering three courses and a bottle of wine. Considering this; I felt the price was really reasonable. I loved the goats cheese salad and will be ordering that again every time. The lamb biryani and chicken thighs were also delicious... everything was! If you like mango cheesecake then don’t skip this - it was worth going home uncomfortably full! We enjoy spice and a bit of heat so this was perfect for us, but be mindful of what you order if you don’t. They did explain this to us when we first looked at the menu too. The atmosphere was lovely, it was comfortable and the lighting creating a great setting. Despite being a full restaurant, the service didn’t falter and everything was perfectly timed.

angela chopra

May 2,2025

10/10 this place a must try!!! Great food, service and decor. Perfect for a small Intimate setting and large celebration. They also have live music which creates a lovely unique and relaxing atmosphere. Been twice and look forward to going again.

Myles Sullivan

Mar 27,2025

A lovely meal. We decided to go with a few starters to try. Each of them had a real depth of flavour which was a real treat to eat. For the main we had a mixture of different curries. I had the mutton curry which was a warm Rich sauce. The mate was falling off the bone and it went beautifully with a pilau rice and a cheese and truffle naan bread.

Taslima Amin

Mar 8,2025

This place is a gem! Amazing food, the flavour is unmatched. It's the type of food your soul craves for. You start salivating soon as you approach the restaurant, the smell is captivating. Highly Highly Recommended. When they say spicy they MEAN IT! Lamb Curry and the Wings, best Iv ever tasted!

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