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In Sanskrit, our name, Yaatra, signifies a “journey”, an odyssey of discovery and transformation. True to its name, our restaurant guides you through the storied fields of Punjab, the ethereal valleys of Kashmir and the majestic Himalayan belt.
In this culinary voyage, centuries-old traditions meet refined artistry, as ancestral recipes are reimagined into dishes of timeless elegance, all within the walls of an Edwardian Grade II-listed fire station, famed for its role in saving Westminster Abbey during the Blitz of 1941.
Heart Of The City
Steps From London's Icons
The ideal destination to end a day exploring London’s most treasured sights. Within walking distance of the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street, our historic Grade II-listed fire station offers a dining experience as memorable as the landmarks around it.
With Westminster, Victoria, and St James’s Park stations just a short stroll away, Yaatra combines convenience, character, and culinary excellence in one unforgettable setting.
Timeless Grandeur
Dine Inside A Historic Firehouse
Once the bustling engine rooms of a 1906 redbrick fire station, our home now kindles a different flame, one of culinary artistry and refined indulgence. The Edwardian grandeur endures in every detail, the stately carriage doors, the lustrous glazed tiles, the original fireman’s pole and the storied Watch Room where Churchill is said to have rung the bell. Here, history is not merely preserved, it is savoured.
Forged in Courage
Saving Westminster Abbey
In 1941, as the Blitz turned London’s night sky into a blaze of fire and ash, the phone rang inside the Watch Room of Westminster Fire Station. On the crackly line was Winston Churchill himself, his words urgent and unwavering: “Save the Abbey, whatever the cost.” Within moments, engines roared into the chaos, their headlights cutting through smoke as bombs rained down. Through searing heat and collapsing streets, the crew battled to protect Westminster Abbey, shielding a beacon of hope and faith from the flames of war. Today, within these very walls, where history was forged in bravery and the air once crackled with urgency, you can dine in elegance, surrounded by echoes of a night that helped define a nation’s spirit.
Michelin Experienced Chefs
The Artistry Behind Yaatra
Dishes at Yaatra are crafted by Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winning Chef Krishnapal Negi, whose culinary journey began in the Indian Himalayas and was honed in London. He is joined by Chef Amit Bagyal formerly at Michelin-starred Benares and recently crowned National Curry Chef of the Year at the UK Curry Championships. Together, they curate a culinary odyssey that celebrates the majestic flavours of Northern India with reverence, artistry, and timeless elegance.
Iconic Rooms
Private Dining, Perfected
For private dining in London with a sense of grandeur, Yaatra offers an unrivalled setting. Choose from three historic spaces, The Watch Room, an intimate fireside retreat for eight, steeped in Churchill’s wartime legacy, The State Room, adorned with heritage 1906 tiles and offering exclusive menus for up to 20 guests, or The Main Restaurant, where grand Edwardian splendour provides the perfect backdrop for large-scale celebrations. At Yaatra, every room transforms a gathering into an unforgettable occasion.