DIYA Indian Grill & Restaurant

DIYA

Indian Grill & Restaurant Cheltenham

Come for the flavours stay for the vibe

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The black and gold shopfront of DIYA Indian Grill and Restaurant in Cheltenham

CHELTENHAM

Indian grill and restaurant

Welcome to DIYA

A lamp lit forevery evening

Named after the traditional Indian earthen lamp that signifies light, warmth, and celebration, Diya Indian Grill & Restaurant was born out of a passion for sharing India's incredibly diverse culinary heritage.

Step through our doors and you will find an atmosphere that beautifully balances contemporary sophistication with timeless hospitality. We believe that great food and drink bring people together, and our space is designed to be the backdrop for your unforgettable evenings, lively family gatherings, and intimate celebrations.

Since 2026

The regions

A culinary journeyacross India

Our menu is a curated exploration of India's vast regional flavours. We bridge the gap between tradition and modern innovation, sourcing the finest local ingredients to create dishes that tell a story. From the aromatic, slow cooked coastal curries of the South to the smoky, fire kissed specialties from our clay tandoor oven, every plate is crafted with precision and passion.

Region

Kashmir

Lamb Shank Rogan Josh

£19

A traditional lamb curry from the north west frontier of India

Medium

Region

Punjab

Lasooni Chicken

£14

Chargrilled chicken, garlic cloves, ginger, bell peppers

Medium

Region

Delhi

Old Delhi Butter Chicken

£14

Charred chicken, satin smooth tomato butter gravy, fenugreek

Mild

Paneer Butter Masala

£13

Grilled paneer, rich tomato gravy, fenugreek

Mild

Region

Rajasthan

Laal Maas

£14

Slow cooked Hampshire lamb and Rajasthani chilli

Hot

Region

Uttar Pradesh

Rampuri Lamb Korma

£14

Classic slow cooked lamb korma, cardamom, rose water

Mild

Region

Bengal

Mezbani Beef

£15

Diced beef, mustard, poppy seeds, roasted ground spices

Medium

Chicken Jalfrezi

£14

Julienne chicken, onion, green chilli, mixed bell peppers, tomato

Medium

Region

Assam

Assam Ka Gosht

£14

A traditional spicy beef curry flavoured with wild citrus lime

Hot

Region

Maharashtra

Kolhapuri Vegetable

£13

Seasonal vegetables, bell peppers, kadhai masala, onion and tomato gravy

Hot

Region

Goa

Goan Fish Curry

£17

Cod loins, Kashmiri chillies, cardamom pods and tamarind

Hot

Region

Hyderabad

Dalcha Lamb

£14

Warwickshire lamb, lentils, fresh curry leaves, ginger, garlic and tamarind

Medium

Region

Chettinad

Chicken Chettinad

£14

Cotswold chicken, Kashmiri chilli, roasted mixed spices

Hot

Region

Chennai

Karaikudi King Prawn

£17

Spiced king prawn, bell peppers, coriander seeds, fennel powder

Medium

Region

Malabar

Malabar Vegetable Curry

£13

Seasonal vegetables, coconut milk, curry leaves

Medium

Region

Kerala

Meen Moilee

£17

Grilled sea bass, classic fish moilee sauce

Medium

From the tandoor

Fire, clay and smoke

Our grills and breads come straight from the clay tandoor, cooked over fierce heat for that smoky, charred finish.

TANDOOR

Cauliflower Steak

£13

Tandoori cauliflower, tapioca khichdi, chickpea puree

TANDOOR

Paneer Malai Tikka

£13

Grilled paneer, malai cream, yoghurt, roasted spices

TANDOOR

Sizzling Chicken Tikka

£13

Tangy, fiery South Indian stir fry, soy sauce, peppers, tomatoes and chilli

TANDOOR

Sekuwa

£13

Flame grilled Nepalese skewers, bell peppers, tomatoes, aromatic Himalayan spices

TANDOOR

Tandoori King Prawns

£18

Tandoori king prawns, mint, chilli, yoghurt, coriander, kachumber salad

TANDOOR

Fish Tikka Ajwain

£18

Chargrilled salmon, yoghurt, ginger, garlic, carom seed

TANDOOR

Maharaja Platter

£18

Tandoori king prawn, chicken tikka, lamb chop, fish tikka, paneer tikka, kachumber salad

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The bar

Sip, savourand share

The experience doesn't stop at the kitchen. Our bar mixes creative, spice route inspired cocktails that are as visually stunning as they are delicious. For the ultimate culinary journey, explore our wine pairings: handpicked varietals specifically chosen to match the vibrant, bold profiles of our grills and curries. From refreshing, crisp whites that balance our spices to smooth, elegant reds that pair perfectly with our tandoor meats, every sip is designed to enhance the bite before it.

Signature cocktails

Spice route inspired

Wine pairings

Chosen by the glass

Zero proof

Mocktails with bite

Signature

Cherry Fizz

Luxardo Maraschino, fresh lime, Prosecco

£11

Signature

Masala Chai Sour

Dark rum, sweet and sour mix, spiced chai infusion, velvet froth

£11

Signature

Rhubarb & Ginger Collins

Whitley Neill Rhubarb & Ginger Gin, zesty sour mix, aromatic tonic

£11

Signature

Madras Mojito

White rum, fresh mint, crushed lime, demerara sugar, sparkling soda

£11

Signature

Paan Martini

Betel leaf infused gin, Bénédictine, extra dry vermouth, lemon twist

£12

Signature

Cardamom Espresso Martini

Absolut Vodka, Kahlúa, fresh espresso, green cardamom

£12

A smoked saffron cocktail on an amber table beneath blossom at DIYA

Wine pairing finder

What are you eating

Previata Blush Pinot Grigio

Italy

Glass 175ml£7Bottle£25

Malbec Los Picos Distantes

Argentina

Glass 175ml£9Bottle£38

McGuigan The Pick Shiraz

Australia

Glass 175ml£9Bottle£33

The space

Black walls, warm light

Amber tables, black leather and a canopy of blossom overhead. Every corner is built for a long evening.

A canopy of crimson and orange blossom above the tables at DIYA

The blossom canopy

The gold pinstripe and warm lamps of the DIYA shopfront
Amber tables, pale chairs and blossom overhead in the DIYA dining room
Blossom clustered above the backlit bar at DIYA

Private dining

Gather everyoneround one table

Birthdays, anniversaries, family gatherings and work dinners. Party menus from £36 per person.

A private dining table set with linen and candles at DIYA

Order takeaway

The full Diya menu, ready for collection or delivered to your door.

Coupledwithavibrantambiance,Diyaismorethanjustaplacetoeat.It'sadestinationtogather,share,andcelebrate.Comefortheflavours,stayforthevibe.

Visit us

Find us in Cheltenham

Montpellier Walk, Cheltenham GL50 1SD

  • MonClosed
  • Tue5pm to 10:30pm
  • Wed5pm to 10:30pm
  • Thu5pm to 10:30pm
  • Fri12pm to 11pm
  • Sat12pm to 11pm
  • Sun12pm to 10pm