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Roti King Battersea
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You’ll often find this Malaysian restaurant in Battersea Power Station’s arches filled with locals who are popping in after work and loud groups who’ve just finished a round of indoor crazy golf next door. Super casual, with a bunch of big tables inside and some high tables outside, this isn’t a place where you’ll be asked to keep it down. That, plus the fact that the food is comforting and incredibly good value for money, means that Roti King has effortlessly become a go-to spot in the area.
It’s the second location of London’s cult Malaysian mini-chain that, as you can probably deduct from the name, specialises in roti canai—soft, flaky flatbreads served with a bowl of hearty curry. Like the original Euston restaurant, this spot is walk-in only but instead of a small basement dining room, the Battersea spot has a strong warehouse meets jungle aesthetic inside. There are exposed pipes on the ceiling, dark brown wood tables and floors, and an island with green foliage in the centre.
The space (and menu) is made for a rowdy group. There’s a whole section of the menu dedicated to the namesake roti, which you should absolutely get involved in (our favourites are the dhal and mutton), but they also serve great versions of Malaysian hawker stall staples like char kway teow, nasi goreng, and a proper laksa for under a tenner. Don't skip the beef rendang—after the roti it's our go-to order here. Come with a crowd, get a roti each, a rice and noodle dish or two to share, and leave knowing you’ve tried the best of everything.
Food Rundown
Roti Canai
Beef Rendang
Mee Goreng
Spinach and Cheese Murtabak