Zeera is a brightly decorated and highly elegant Indian restaurant situated on Mile End Road in London's East End. Appetizers here range from vegetable or minced lamb samosas, to a delicious prawn puri. Mains are divided into tandoori and traditional dishes, as well as an interesting selection of Zeera house vegetarian options. Particular highlights from the menu include the monkfish served with Zeera sauce and the salmon tikka that benefits from a marinade of yoghurt, cinnamon and star anise. Excellent wines, fresh breads and a good variety of homemade dips complete the appeal of this highly successful newcomer that succeeds in attracting a lively and enthusiastic crowd.

Reviewed by Linda Buttle