The Licensing Sub-Committee of Kingston upon Thames Council met on Tuesday 8 September 2026 to consider two applications for premises licences. The committee considered an application for a new premises licence for The Biryani Centre in New Malden and an application for a variation to the premises licence for Hot Rod Burger in Kingston upon Thames.

The Biryani Centre, New Malden

The committee considered an application for a new premises licence for The Biryani Centre, located at 94 Burlington Road, New Malden, KT3 4NT. The application sought to authorise the sale of alcohol for both on and off-site consumption, and the provision of regulated entertainment (recorded music only) between 12 midday and 10pm daily.

During the consultation period, representations were received from two other persons concerning the prevention of crime and disorder, public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm. These representations raised concerns about increased alcohol-related issues, litter, noise, and anti-social behaviour, particularly in the alleyway behind the premises. The applicant, TBC Chapter 2 Limited, engaged with these individuals to address their concerns. Following mediation, the Metropolitan Police withdrew their representation after amendments were made to the operating schedule.

The applicant, represented by Thirunavukarasu Rajendran, stated that their business model would not change, and the alcohol sales would be ancillary to meals. They highlighted their responsible operation of a similar licensed premises in Southfields and expressed a commitment to being mindful of neighbours.

The subcommittee was to determine the application for a new premises licence.

Hot Rod Burger, Kingston upon Thames

The committee also considered an application for a variation to the premises licence for Hot Rod Burger, located at 69 Surbiton Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2HG. The application sought to extend the hours for customer use of the restaurant area until midnight daily, and to extend late-night refreshment for public collection until 2am daily. Additionally, the applicant, Chic O Land Food Ltd, sought to remove existing conditions related to operating hours and deliveries, and to add new conditions regarding customer access and delivery driver behaviour.

Representations were received from the Metropolitan Police, citing concerns about the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, and public nuisance. The police were particularly worried about increased footfall and congregation during late-night hours, which they believe could lead to violence, public order offences, and anti-social behaviour. They also raised concerns about public nuisance due to increased pedestrian and vehicle activity, noise, and potential disturbance to residents.

Three other persons also made representations, primarily focusing on the prevention of public nuisance. Concerns included noise from customers and delivery drivers, vehicle movements, and waste disposal issues. Councillor James Giles also submitted a representation, echoing concerns about public nuisance, crime and disorder, and public safety, specifically highlighting the potential for increased vehicle and rider activity due to the proposed use of third-party delivery services and the extended collection hours.

The applicant proposed new conditions, including that all delivery drivers must turn off their engines while waiting for orders and that home deliveries would take place via the rear door. They also sought to remove existing conditions that restricted deliveries to company-owned cars and prohibited agency staff or external delivery services.

After considering the representations and the applicant's proposals, the subcommittee was to determine the variation application. The proposed modifications included allowing the restaurant area to remain open to customers until midnight daily, with late-night refreshment collections permitted until 1am Sunday to Thursday, and until 2am on Friday and Saturday. The subcommittee was also to consider retaining existing conditions regarding deliveries, stipulating that deliveries must be made by staff directly employed by the licensee, and that no agency staff or external delivery services would be used. The proposed removal of conditions 18, 22, and 24 from the existing licence was also to be considered.