Purple Poppadom
A modern Indian restaurant helmed by Kerala-born Chef Anand George, newly awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2026.
Located on the first floor at 185A Cowbridge Road East in the Canton area, this restaurant is helmed by Kerala-born Chef Anand George, who describes his style as "nouvelle Indian cuisine." It was awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2026. Signature dishes include the Tiffin Sea Bass served with curry leaf mashed potato and a raw mango, ginger, and coconut sauce, while the Chocomosa dessert is also highly acclaimed. The menu also features Kerala squid, Malabar parotta biryani, and a seven-course tasting menu. Expect to spend around £30 to £60 per person, with value menus available on weekday early evenings. Reservations are recommended for weekends. It is about a 25-minute walk west from the city centre along Cowbridge Road East, or accessible by bus.
Opening hours
Mon–Thu approx. 17:00–22:00; Fri–Sat approx. 13:00–22:30; Sun approx. 13:00–21:00 (weekday lunch hours vary by source)
Nearby sights
- Bute Park
- Principality Stadium
- Cardiff Castle
- Cardiff Victorian Arcades
- Cardiff Market
- Cardiff City Hall & Civic Centre
- National Museum Cardiff
- Llandaff Cathedral