Coulsdon has a small cluster of long-running curry houses around the high street and Chipstead Valley Road. Below is a curated list with a gentle bias towards vegetable dishes and gluten-free-friendly cooking. As always, double-check specific gluten requirements with the restaurant before you order.
A long-standing Coulsdon favourite offering classic British-Indian curries with a solid range of vegetable dishes. Staff are used to talking through ingredients and can usually confirm which sauces are naturally gluten-free. Good for mild to medium curries, sit-down meals and “reliable Friday night” takeaways.
Busy and well-used by nearby neighbourhoods, Coulsdon Spice has a broad menu that includes vegetable biryani, saag-based curries and tomato-rich dishes that tend to be naturally gluten-free when served with rice. Gluten-free isn’t heavily labelled, so it’s worth asking when you order, especially for starters and bread.
A slightly more modern-feeling spot on the high street with a rounded set of vegetable dishes and richer sauces. Many mains are fine for gluten-free diners when you skip naan and deep-fried starters. A decent option for a sit-down meal where you still want the familiar classics.
A takeaway-led menu with plenty of vegetable curries, dhal and rice dishes that work well for gluten-free eating. Preparation can vary like any busy kitchen, so if you’re very sensitive it’s worth mentioning gluten when you order. Good value for mid-week deliveries and “get it on the way home from the station” nights.
One of the more traditional Coulsdon curry houses, with familiar dhansak, bhuna and balti styles on the menu. Vegetable versions of the main curries, paired with rice, are a good starting point if you’re eating gluten-free. Friendly, old-school service and the feel of a place that’s been part of the local routine for years.