Awards & Recognition
A neighbourhood restaurant with a fine-dining heart
Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards 2026
Community Dining Experience of the Year
Koyal was named Community Dining Experience of the Year at the inaugural Global Edition of the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards, held at the Royal Lancaster London - recognition of a kitchen that pairs the ambition of fine dining with the warmth of a true neighbourhood restaurant.
The Evening
From the awards ceremony in London
Awards & Accolades
Recognition earned since opening
Community Dining Experience of the Year
2026
2 AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence
2025 & 2026
Global Recognition Award
2025
TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice
2025
The Journey
Trishna receives Michelin star under Chef Nand Kishor
Gymkhana awarded Michelin star
Gymkhana named National Restaurant of the Year
Dastaan Epsom opens, earns Michelin Bib Gourmand
Koyal opens in Surbiton
Koyal awarded 2 AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence
Koyal retains 2 AA Rosettes for a second consecutive year
Koyal named Community Dining Experience of the Year at the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards
Experience it for yourself
Join us at 59-63 Brighton Road, Surbiton, and taste the cooking behind the awards.