Founded in 1982, Spice Merchant has been serving authentic Indian cuisine across the Home Counties for more than four decades. What began in Cookham has grown into three distinctive restaurants in Cookham, Beaconsfield and Henley-on-Thames, each sharing the same commitment to exceptional food, warm hospitality and memorable dining experiences.
Whether you’re joining us for lunch, dinner, afternoon tea or ordering a takeaway to enjoy at home, you’ll discover carefully prepared dishes inspired by India’s rich culinary heritage.
Every meal at Spice Merchant starts with the same philosophy: exceptional ingredients create exceptional food.
Our menus celebrate the diversity of Indian cuisine, combining time-honoured recipes with carefully selected ingredients and contemporary presentation. From tandoori specialities and regional curries to fresh seafood, vegetarian dishes and house favourites, every plate is prepared with care and attention to detail.
For more than 40 years we’ve welcomed generations of guests looking for great food, genuine hospitality and restaurants they can return to time and time again.
Great food creates memorable occasions. That’s why Spice Merchant offers more than traditional restaurant dining, with unique experiences designed to bring people together.
Discover one of India’s most traditional ways of dining with our Sunday Thali experience. A carefully selected collection of complementary dishes allows you to explore a wider variety of flavours, textures and regional specialities in one beautifully presented meal.
Available exclusively on Sundays.
Afternoon tea takes on a completely new character at Spice Merchant. Combining classic British tradition with Indian-inspired flavours, Jasmin’s Tea Party offers handcrafted savouries, sweet treats and carefully selected teas for birthdays, celebrations or simply an afternoon spent catching up with friends.
Created for sharing, our Chaatcuterie Boards combine colourful Indian street food with beautifully presented grazing platters. Perfect for entertaining, celebrations or relaxed social dining, they’re a fresh take on sharing food with family and friends.
Whether you’re catching up with friends, meeting colleagues, celebrating a special occasion or simply taking a break from your day, lunch at Spice Merchant offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy authentic Indian cuisine in relaxed surroundings.
Available across our restaurants, our lunch menu has been created to offer exceptional flavour without compromising on quality or choice. From lighter dishes and traditional favourites to chef’s recommendations and house specialities, every meal is freshly prepared using carefully selected ingredients and the same attention to detail that defines our evening service.
If you’re exploring Cookham, enjoying a day in Henley-on-Thames or visiting Beaconsfield, our restaurants provide a welcoming setting where you can slow down, enjoy great food and make the most of your afternoon.
Our lunch menu is ideal for:
Every dish is prepared to order by our chefs, using recipes inspired by the diverse regional cuisines of India. Alongside classic curries and tandoori favourites, you’ll discover lighter options, vegetarian dishes, seafood specialities and seasonal recommendations, ensuring there’s something to suit every appetite.
Although every Spice Merchant restaurant shares the same passion for quality food and attentive service, each location has its own individual personality.
Located in the heart of Beaconsfield, this restaurant combines elegant interiors with spacious garden dining, making it ideal for everything from family meals to special occasions.
Situated in one of Oxfordshire’s best-known riverside towns, our Henley restaurant provides a relaxed setting for everything from casual lunches to evening celebrations.
Our original restaurant sits within a charming historic building in the heart of Cookham, offering intimate surroundings that have welcomed guests for decades.
However you choose to enjoy Spice Merchant, you’ll receive the same commitment to quality, flavour and service.
Book a table to experience one of our restaurants, collect a freshly prepared takeaway or order online for delivery and enjoy your favourite dishes from the comfort of home.
From weeknight dinners and family celebrations to relaxed Sunday lunches and special occasions, we’re here to help make every meal memorable.
We always recommend booking in advance, particularly during weekends and busy periods. You can reserve your table online or contact your preferred restaurant directly.
Yes. Takeaway collection and online ordering are available across our restaurants.
Our menus include a wide variety of vegetarian dishes alongside chicken, lamb, seafood and traditional Indian favourites.
Yes. Gift vouchers are available online and make an ideal present for birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions.
Whether you’re planning your next meal out, looking for somewhere to celebrate or ordering your favourite dishes to enjoy at home, we’d love to welcome you to Spice Merchant.
Book a table at one of our restaurants, browse our menus or order online today.
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