About Club India
A Restaurant Built on Heritage, Cuisine & Community
A Restaurant Built on Heritage Cuisine Community
Founded in Winnersh, Wokingham, Club India was born from a shared vision: to create a welcoming, elevated space where authentic Indian cuisine could be enjoyed in a warm, contemporary setting – complete with a vibrant bar, garden spaces, and a touch of something truly special.
Meet Chef Awanish Roy – Our Chef Patron
At the helm of Club India is Chef Awanish Roy, whose career spans over 20 years across some of the UK’s most celebrated Indian restaurants. His style blends traditional recipes with modern presentation, offering diners a rich culinary experience that’s both grounded in heritage and full of personality.
Club India is the realisation of a lifelong dream. It was inspired by Awanish’s childhood memories of India’s old social clubs. Spaces filled with warmth, laughter and the smell of home-cooked food. The restaurant reimagines those gatherings for a modern setting. It’s a place where conversations flow, flavours tell stories, and every guest is welcomed like family.
With Club India, Awanish has created more than just a restaurant. It’s a space that brings people together, where regional Indian dishes are celebrated and reinterpreted with creativity and care. Whether you’re joining us for a quiet meal, a celebration or a drink at the Madhushala bar, you’ll experience the food, the energy and the heartfelt hospitality that define his vision.
Awanish’s passion goes beyond the kitchen. He’s a storyteller, a mentor and a familiar face to our guests. His vision is simple: to bring people together through unforgettable food and genuine connection.
Meet Chef Awanish Roy – Our Chef Patron
At the helm of Club India is Chef Awanish Roy, whose career spans over 20 years across some of the UK’s most celebrated Indian restaurants. His style blends traditional recipes with modern presentation, offering diners a rich culinary experience that’s both grounded in heritage and full of personality.
Awanish’s passion goes beyond the kitchen – he’s a storyteller, a mentor, and a familiar face for our guests. His vision is simple: to bring people together through unforgettable food and genuine connection.
Nilam Roy
Nilam Roy is the Co-Founder of Club India and founder of Roy’s Rasoi, a catering brand known for its soulful, home-style Indian cuisine. Her work is deeply rooted in the values of heritage, community, and hospitality, and she brings these to life through every plate and experience she creates.
Nilam launched Roy’s Rasoi in 2022 with the goal of sharing the flavours of traditional Indian home cooking with a wider audience. From intimate gatherings to corporate events, her food is crafted with warmth, tradition, and a deep love for family recipes passed down through generations.
Now, at Club India, Nilam brings that same spirit to a larger stage. In partnership with her husband, Chef Awanish Roy, she co-leads a vibrant restaurant and bar that aims to bring people together over exceptional food and genuine hospitality. Whether welcoming guests at the front of house or curating private dining experiences, Nilam is passionate about creating moments that matter.
Chef Srijith Gopinathan
Chef Srijith Gopinathan is a two-Michelin-starred pioneer renowned for his acclaimed Cal-Indian cuisine in San Francisco.
Chef Gopinathan previously led the kitchen at Taj Campton Place in San Francisco, where he earned two Michelin stars. His culinary journey also includes working in the prestigious kitchens of Raymond Blanc and Gary Jones at the two-Michelin-starred Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons in Oxford. He now resides in San Francisco, where he serves as Chef and Co-Founder of multiple acclaimed establishments.
Chef Srijith’s cooking marries classical European techniques with bold Indian flavours, ensuring a unique, elevated experience for Club India’s patrons with his exclusive menu additions
Not Just a Restaurant
Club India is designed to be a place for every occasion.
The Madhushala Bar welcomes guests with India-inspired beers, house cocktails, and soft drinks in a beautifully styled setting — perfect for casual evenings or pre-dinner drinks.
Our garden areas offer relaxed outdoor seating at both the front and rear of the venue.
For special occasions, we offer a private dining room ideal for birthdays, business dinners, or intimate celebrations.
And for our loyal guests, the Club India Memberships offer exclusive access, extended happy hours, and VIP perks.
Not Just a Restaurant
Club India is designed to be a place for every occasion.
The Madhushala Bar welcomes guests with India-inspired beers, house cocktails, and soft drinks in a beautifully styled setting — perfect for casual evenings or pre-dinner drinks.
Our garden areas offer relaxed outdoor seating at both the front and rear of the venue.
For special occasions, we offer a private dining room ideal for birthdays, business dinners, or intimate celebrations.
And for our loyal guests, the Club India Memberships offer exclusive access, extended happy hours, and VIP perks.
Rooted in Community
Our name is more than just a nod to cuisine – it reflects a deeper belief in belonging. At Club India, we’re proud to be part of the Wokingham and Winnersh community, supporting local business, hosting events, and creating a space where everyone feels welcome.
We can’t wait to welcome you.
