Sikh restaurant owner Herman Singh Kapoor is asking customers to support Singh's Dining as he faces financial pressure and the threat of closure. Kapoor says rent remains unpaid and that his landlord has warned of possible legal action.
The appeal follows earlier controversy surrounding Kapoor's position on halal meat. He previously announced the closure of Rangrez, his former restaurant in Hammersmith, west London. The business had operated for about 16 years.
On 12 October, Kapoor used social media to ask people to reserve tables, visit the restaurant and share his appeal. He described the business as more than a source of income, saying it represented his passion, livelihood and years of work.
Kapoor also alleged that Google was accepting fake one-star reviews against the restaurant while failing to display genuine five-star ratings. Those claims have not been independently verified, and he did not provide evidence supporting them in .
Why the restaurant is under pressure
The current appeal is focused on Singh's Dining, which Kapoor says is struggling financially. He has asked people who cannot visit to circulate the message among friends and family instead.
As of 13 October, Singh's Dining had a Google rating of 2.8 out of five, based on responses from 20 people. The most recent review had been ed 3 weeks earlier. Questions had also been raised about the tone of some replies from the restaurant management to customer comments.
Kapoor has said the restaurant will continue its policy of serving non-halal meat. He has linked that position to his Sikh faith and said he prefers jhatka meat, which some members of the Sikh community regard as religiously acceptable.
Earlier controversy over Rangrez
The dispute became more prominent after a sign outside Rangrez said the restaurant was proud not to sell halal meat. Kapoor had attributed the policy to his religious beliefs.
In February, he announced that Rangrez would close. He cited rising costs, online harassment, repeated disturbances and what he described as insufficient assistance from the Metropolitan Police.
Kapoor also claimed that he had received threats from Pakistanis. During the dispute, however, he faced criticism over controversial comments about Muslims in s and over calls for a ban on halal animal slaughter in Britain.
Dispute surrounding a March event
In March, Kapoor promoted an event called “Non-Halal Meetup” and asked supporters to bring cameras and recording devices. A confrontation took place, after which police detained him.
Kapoor later alleged that his arrest was unlawful and that he had been held for about 24 hours. In May, he said he intended to take legal action against the Metropolitan Police and London mayor Sadiq Khan, alleging discrimination.
The latest request for support does not announce a new event or legal outcome. It asks customers to help keep Singh's Dining operating by making bookings, visiting the restaurant or sharing the appeal.
Conclusion
Kapoor's immediate appeal is about protecting Singh's Dining from the financial difficulties he describes, including unpaid rent and a warning of legal action. His allegations about Google reviews remain unverified, while the restaurant continues its non-halal meat policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which restaurant is Kapoor trying to save?
Singh's Dining is the restaurant at the centre of his latest appeal.
Q. What financial problem has Kapoor identified?
He says the restaurant has unpaid rent and faces a warning of legal action from the landlord.
Q. What support has Kapoor requested?
He has asked people to book tables, visit the restaurant and share his appeal if they cannot attend.
Q. What was Kapoor's former restaurant called?
His former restaurant was called Rangrez and was located in Hammersmith, west London.
Q. What rating did Singh's Dining have as of 13 October?
It had a Google rating of 2.8 out of five, based on responses from 20 people.
