Best Indian food I have ever had, anywhere in the world. Dishoom has several branches, but they all serve the same amazing food, a must try for anyone!
One of the best Indian restaurants in London. Amazing place, great decor and overall great food with innovation and authenticity. You shouldn't miss the Chicken Berry Britannia biriyani when you are here. A must visit for folks who love Indian food. Highly recommended!
If ever you get that Indian spicy masala craving, this is as close you can get in London. Also they have Kingfisher beers in stock. So that’s a plus. 😉
Love Dhishoom and their staff and their food. It's just a happy, nice place that will lift you up. I love the Bhel Puri and their chai. The ambience is lovely and you feel like spending loads of time chatting away.
This place is worth the hype. I loved their food. Their Indian food is beyond amazing.
You can pick anything on the menu and be sure that it will be yumm.
Place is always busy. Food is great too. Always a fun session to come with a big group as we can then order more and share. We go there as they serve halal chicken and lamb. The lamb chops are always a must order for every visit
A Meal I'll never forget. Sweet memories
Last meal at @dishoom @carnabylondon before we head to the airport and say Goodbye ..
Fantastic authentic Indian cuisine at Dishoom is comfort food.
Everything is cooked to perfection and taste and beautiful presentation. Starting from left clockwise
1. Gunpowder potatoes- baby potatoes marinated with pepper and spices garnished with coriander
2. Paneer makhani roll - smooth silky paneer in makhani gravy wrapped in soft roomali roti
3. Soft roomali rotis
4. Corn on cob - corn roasted and served with lime and red chilli powder. Lip smacking
5. Chole bhature - a Meal in itself.served with carrot onion pickle and sweet sheera to end it.
6. Under the cloak - jackfruit biryani
7. Bun maska - exactly how they serve in Iranian cafes.
8. In the center - vegetable makhanwala yummy veggie.
The best indian food i've ever had. Everything is so delicious, and they have a very warm services. My favourite is the Black Daal. Value for money-wise is also very good. Will definitely eat here again when i'm back in London.
Spicy fried prawn starter, lamb chops are great most of tandoor dishes are pretty good. It does a variety of drinks and serves thumbs up instead of coke. But not a big of any mains here. Be it any day, there is always massive queue they generally don’t take reservations either. Best to arrive earlier than actually hungry.
Been here so many times and every time has been lip smacking Indian food. This is one of the few Indian restaurants in London which has good quality tasty Indian food!
From all my experiences here, I would recommend vada pav, pav Bhaji, chilli chicken, prawn koliwada, butter chicken, black dal, roomali roti and the chocolate chai!
Not too fond of the breakfast options. Overall, scrumptious food!
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Dishoom is the place you have to visit when you are in London. It was recommended by almost every Indian to me to definitely eat Indian food at Dishoom when in London.
It usually has a lot of waiting time. Online bookings are only accepted for a group of more than 6. Walk-in otherwise. Be prepared to have a really long wait time which is usually an hour.
Just when I was feeling that the place might just be a hype, it had the first byte of its Chole Puri, and mann! Such Indian delicacies in London after almost 3-4 days of eating bland food. It just turned to a paradise for the vegetarian me. A suzi halwa is also served with the Chole Puri, which was perfectly cooked.
The Paneer roll was a little unsatisfactory, maybe because the Chole Puri set a really high standard.
Going forward, the Chicken Biryani was another thing that was outstanding and perfectly cooked. This was the first boneless Chicken Biryani I had and it was cooked to perfection.
Kudos to the Dishoom team to serve such great Indian food here in London.
Food - 5/5
Service - 5/5
Ambience - 5/5
Sure palace to go!
Great ambience, food and good service. Chole Puri and paneer role were great. Service was pretty quick and the staff were friendly. Good place.
Bowled over by the food 🥘 served at this place to an extent I forgot to take many pictures but I only have one thing to say, best Indian 🇮🇳 food 🥘 that you can have is served at this place which is in London but not anywhere in India and it’s a feat seriously high five 🙌🏻 guys
Living in London can make you miss Indian food ALOT, enters: Dishoom, with over 5 joints in and around London- One of the nicest places for Indian food in London! Must try their black daal and ruby chicken (for non vegetarians) 😍
Amazing meal. The place has a lot of charm, it feels like travelling in space and time, classical Indian decoration. The waiter was top, service was polite and informed and efficient. The food is great, very well spiced and tasty.
You know what exactly you want when you’re away from India, Indian fooooooood😋
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No honey i can’t bear with all those English breads everyday and there comes Dishoom.
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It’s very Indian with dei quotes, it matches up to your expectations.
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Tickles your tastebuds.
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The raita was super tasty.
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If I visit Soho again I’ll again visit Dishoom 👊🏻
My first experience in an Indian restaurant couldn't be much better. Excellent service with a brilliant explanation of the menu in the beginning of the dinner. Excellent restaurant.
Amazing atmosphere and a pretty good Indian menu . Definitely worth a try if you’re in central London . Absolutely loved the staff . Cheers.
After arriving quite late on a Friday night (11:45pm) we were greeted in a very warm manner by the people behind the desk and seated instantly. Our server Maria was amazing! She was extremely attentive and very polite. The manager Vince was equally as impressive. We had a lovely evening with great food and flawless service. Thank you
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Oh I love this place. If you miss Indian food in London, simply go to Dishoom. The interiors take you back to a nostalgic India and so does the food. Its not that pricey and is a perfect place to hangout.
Amazing breakfast!
I am sad to say this but the bacon nan did not live up to the hype and is not the best item on the menu.
Went for breakfast - really enjoyed, everything was good from the bombay breakfast to the Kejrewal
Super! The entire idea to build on a parsi cafe concept is beautifully done
I tried their dal and kathi rolls.
The food was super. Highly recommended!
Superb superb Indian food in the main shopping street of London! They have a lot of variety in their menus and every single dish has authentic flavours from different parts of India. Must visit for lockdowns travelling to London!!
I am not a big fan of Indian cuisine, but this place is definitely worth trying!
-The waitress who served us was so friendly and helpful.
-The place is so crowded , yet so clean .
-We ordered chicken berry biriyani , chicken ruby and garlic naan bread. Everything tasted great.
PS: The food is very spicy to someone who is not used to spices ( even the items that does not have a spicy sign were spicy for me)
We had heard about this place being one of the best Indian restaurants in London. And yes, it certainly is.
We had a long waiting time of one and a half hour.
But it was worth it.
Ambiance and food at Dishoom is something no one should ever miss.
Location- 5/5
Service- 5/5
Ambiance- 5/5
Food- 5/5
Cost-effectiveness- 3/5
KrantiKrishna (krantiawelltravelledgourmand)
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Finally decided to pay a visit to the famous Dishoom that serves some delectable Indian fare
Me and my friend have jotted up on this place to catch up during lunch time
We stepped in by 4 pm and were quite surprised to see that the place is a full packed house !
Having said that we walked to the staff and asked for a table for two
They politely said there is a waiting time of 30 minutes, but we can be seated at the bar counter and then in mean while once the place gets some seating space they would accommodate us !
That’s a nice gesture and being proactive kudos team dishoom !
Ambiance -4/5
A fabulous place which can be called as a fine dine restaurant
The bar counter is massive and has massive options to choose from
The chandelier s and the simple wall painting add up charm to the place
The sofa seating options are great
The charm of this place looks is naive looks like a legendary restaurant that’s been there since ages .
So we choose to try the cider horn ok a desi or Indian version !
I personally loved the notes not spicy and had that spark of a great cider !
Food 4/5
We choose to try the chicken tikka - served with mint chutney and garnished with fresh coriander
The chicken is marinated well and cooked in tandoor to perfection
Has that smoky touch to it
Loved it
Then we tried the panneer mutter masala
Cottage cheese cooked with green peas in rustic Indian spices in a thick tomato gravy
Tasted phenomenal
Then we choose to try the roomaliroti this one could have been slightly better was a bit crispy though which is not the case with regular roomali rotis
Service 4.4/5
The staff are really polite and attentive
They make sure that they suggest you the best dishes or go that extra mile to make it a memorable experience dining out there
Right from front desk to the waitress all of them coordinate well
Even though it’s crowded they manage well
That deserves a pat on their back
VFM -4/5
The prices a bit high
Nevertheless they make sure it s worth it
Dining experience turns out to be cherishable for the patrons out there
The food is palatable
Will come back soon to try out other delicacies in their menu !
Your entire team deserves a huge round of applause 👏
Fantastic location, chirpy place..loved the interiors. At 6pm, place was packed. Lovely vibes, fast service. We went here for the first time with friends and spent about 3 hours. It was a very nice evening and food is great!
Hi All
Please visit this place near Oxford street.
Place is really awesome staff is very polite.
Food is really nice
I have tried one of their favorite dish Dishoom chicken Tikka, kheema pav, bhel.
Finally made it to Dishoom after hearing so many rave reviews! Went for brunch and vegan options are limited, so I didn't get anything traqditionally Indian - I went for the granola and fire toast, which were both delicious! My dining partners enjoyed their breakfast naans.
Service is fantastic and the atmosphere and design of the place is lovely.
Simply wow...this place gave my bored Indian palate a life after surviving 3 days on fish n chips , sandwiches, English tea etc. (Ofcourse Lebanese food was a lifesaver until then). Located in a small by-lane of Oxford Street, this place took a while until we located it, eventually making us think if it would be even worth it.
So in our final attempt , we finally got this place. The food is to die for- instantly gives a typical Bombay Irani Restaurant feeling. Everything is just amazing- the food, ambience, customer service etc. Definitely recommended - for all INDIAN food lovers...!
What a place! Your trip would not complete if you dont visit this place in london.
Best Indian restaurant i have ever visited so far overseas.
Staff is extremely friendly, they offer anything to make sure you step outside satisfied.
No indian staff still they know everything about indian food.
Suggestion: i know there is low side of india but we dont have to show all. More better part should be there
Must go!
A very pleasant dinner at Dishoom. Ordered the sali boti which was nice. The mutton biryani even better. The best dish was definitely the Ruby chicken which is like India’s butter chicken. Superb service and ambience
Amazing food and ambiance, the service was good enough and the bread was fresh. The only concern is that the food leaves you thirsty for a long time in which the amount of salt and spices must be reduced a bit in the food in order for customers to be able to go back more often
If you want outstanding modern Indian food in London this is the place to get it! Be sure to arrive with a solid dose of patience and being open to grabbing a pre-dinner drink especially if you get there around 8:30pm because you’ll have to wait for a table. There’s no point getting your knickers in a twist because the staff have a great system and do their best to seat you as quickly as possible according to your preferences (e.g. sitting inside or out). We were pleasantly surprised that our table was ready quicker than expected and let me tell you- it was worth the wait!! The food is delicious. I recommend the roti roll for something a bit different. The calamari starter is also a winner. Everything we ordered was of high quality and the service matched this. I overheard another customer mention that the brekky is “really good” so I will be back to try next time I’m in London! Very impressed.
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Carnaby street , the ever happening and buzzing street with bars Resturant’s. We went to dishoom after 1 hour got the table. Well they are really busy and it’s true.
They welcome children of all ages. The Resturant itself is huge , having more than 50-60 tables maybe more and on the left side they have the bar with the bar tables and food I served on the right.
In terms of service - it’s mixed found one really rude server , rest of them were nice.
When we were assigned the table we asked someone if you can take the order - he replied ‘I WILL NOT YOUR SERVER WILL’
After this there were 6 different servers coming on our table with the food delivery.
So if you don’t have one single server for the table then why so rude. The rest of the servers were nice.
One of the servers got the children to play with a board. That was nice , atleast that kept the kids busy and we could eat!
We ordered
1. Black daal - 3.5/5
2. Paneer Kathi roll- 4.5/5
3. Chicken biryani - 4/5
4. Chicken curry - 4/5
Overall a place buzzing with people and good aura.
Happy dining!
I have been here with my friends and colleagues. This place has a very nice ambience. They have got great variety of Indian drinks and food. Being an Indian, I can certainly say that they have the authentic indian taste in food. The food and drinks are great too.
Do visit Dishoom if you are looking for authentic Indian food in London.
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Not one to always come back and write reviews, but I definitely want to let this one out. We’d always heard good stuff about Dishoom which is why we went there the first time and then 3 more times because of how great the food and vibe is. The 4th time, was however, different. Th restaurant might have been busy more than usual, so the naans that came our way were soggy. We ended up returning them and requested the staff to bring us fresh, warm ones. They were kind and warm enough to accept the mistake and instantly got us a fresh plate along with a free bowl of dal. In order to apologise, they offered us free dessert too. Since we didn’t want dessert, they made our drinks and starters free.
I’ve travelled the world and eaten at so many different kind of places but the hospitality and warmth these guys showed us yesterday was so real and endearing. They know they’re good but didn’t let that get to their head. It proves that while you have great food, you need great people to serve and service you. We’re fans and we’re definitely going to come back again and tell others to, too!
One of my favorite Indian restaurants in London.
Their breakfast options are all good with their special tea with milk (karak).
I have been there for dinner as well, and the food is so good but its too crowded and have to wait in queue to fine a table.
Easily one of my favourite London restaurants, Dishoom Carnaby does so much so well so it’s hard to disagree it being such a beloved institution of the city. I’ve done more than my share of Dishoom dining here, but this was a time that I did it right. That means prolific ordering of food, sharing and sampling everything and generally having one of the best food experiences you can have in London. Too strong? It is pretty good.
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Please note this review is for the newly opened branch on Derry Street in Kensington..
What we went for: Dinner date with the hubby
Ambience: retro Bombay cafe in London, great vibes, red and green couches, loads of pictures from yesteryears on the walls, signs that remind you of the newly liberated Indian past of the swinging 60’s,
Fashionable, youthful, trendy, welcoming service, brimming crowds..
What we ordered: cute folded paper menus ... with so much to take in.. I mean in a good way I referred to it at least a dozen times..
Prawn koliwada- highly recommended by the hubby, crispy squid, Mahi tikka, lamb bhuna gosht, jackfruit biryani, chicken tikka roomali roll, chocolate pudding with Kashmiri chilli ice cream,
Cocktails-Bollybellini, kalamansi sour, chandra Bose sour and the toddy
Ohh and a couple of chais!!!
Price: Gbp 110
Verdict: Excellent service with waiters who switch between been great conversationalists to efficient at your beck and call service to some stylish check in at least once if you are ok to very mechanical delivery of drinks from the bar and some sort of cute and comical delivery of food from the kitchen.. ohh we must have met at least half a dozen of the staff in the process and I loved it!!
Now for the food.. prawn koliwada - was absolutely yummy even better thAn how my husband had described it
Crispy squid with a drizzle of the dishoom special was more like crispy squid in a pond of drizzle.. was allrite! Not a repeat order..
Mahi tikka- was like the queen of fish and tikka on a plate!! It was absolutely divine!!!flaky, steamy, so well marinated and with the slightly charred outer crust .. a definite repeat order.
Lamb bhuna gosht- I guess since it was served with the Mahi tikka.. it felt a bit heavy, hard and chewy.. but by itself I think it is still worthy of a position on the repeat order list!
We were full by the point but also tipsy.. so the orders flowed.. next was the chicken tikka roll.. with a all the spinach sticking out it did feel too healthy for this particular evening .. I took a bite and moved on to the very tempting jackfruit biryani!!!
I could write a book on this.. why didn’t people conjure this magical combination much earlier.. khattel is the vegetarian’s response to meat and specially mutton.. oh and how it does not just match up but almost beat a mutton biryani hands down!! I would it order it every time I am in dishoom and visit dishoom just for this!!!
Grand finale- the chocolate pudding with Kashmiri chilli... was hot and cold, deliciously melt in the mouth and fiery, chilli , cool and creamy with the ice cream.. a speck of salt in the deep interiors of the chocolate pudding was like treasure and again with the chilli ice cream swirling in the mouth.. it was just magicAl!!!
All the cocktails were fabulous and so were the chai’s especially the decadent chocolate chai!!
Would I return? What an evening!! I felt good in a great restaurant with the best company. I was definitely dishoomed and happily!!! With Anil
Dishoom is always a safe bet and the Carnaby Street one happened to be located conveniently nearby when we were looking for a spot for late lunch. Like the others, this branch does not take bookings for small parties so all you can do is enquire and hope the wait isn’t too long. I can never get enough of the interior of Dishoom. We were seated towards the back of the restaurant where there is more light and it almost feels like you are dining on a patio somewhere in India.
A Bombay cafe in the heart of London. Authentic setup, quick service and delicious food is all about Dishoom. Menu is diverse and caters to meat and veggies lovers.
Finger lickin' good!! I was in queue for 30 mins for a table but later found it was worth waiting so long. Don't worry you will be served a garam chai (Tea) and a sweet wine while you are in queue :) We had Paneer butter masala, cheese naan & garlic naan all pretty good authentic Indian taste.
Nice location in the middle of London. Very busy restaurant. We waited almost 30 minutes to be seated. We heard they have good breakfast. We had lunch and was good. We had vegetable samosas for starter. chicken baryani and better chicken as a main dish.
I really love the place it’s the best Indian food in London, the queue is really long. I had Chloe bature, dishoom calamari, vegetable samosa. Then we had house black dal which is finger licking. We had the veg biryani also which was nice, the desert pineapple and black pepper crumble was okayish. If you are Indian in London then it’s a must visit. The place reminded me of home, the decor was really nice. Some of the stuff was pretty pricey but food👌👌
Not always do I stand in a q for 45 mins for a table. I did it today. This place has got something right hence I was not the only one. People were okay to wait 1 hr +. Food is perfect. They have successfully been able to recreate the Indian Magic. No nonsense. No show buzz. Just plain and simple. Great food followed by great ambience and excellent service. A must visit if you are visiting the Queen !
Top notch quality of food!! A must visit when in London. The dal makhni is lip smacking!! It’s totally worth the wait to get a place at the restaurant.
A very long wait lining up outside the restaurant followed by a short one at the bar. A lovely light watermelon sharbat was a good preamble to the meal. Chilli cheese toast - a delightful surprise to see it masalafied and currified (literally) up. Paneer butter masala & garlic naan - a good job. Dal makhani - the soothing comfort that it claimed to be. Jackfruit biryani - the piece de resistance. We were on the receiving end of a pretty bad goof up but they were perfectly decent about it later on.
Had to wait about an hour to get a table, but the food was worth the wait. Rich dishes, great variety and good portions. The atmosphere was nice, dim but still a lot of thought out into the interior which I always appreciate. This is the kind of place you'd visit twice before leaving London. Although I would suggest they start taking reservations for large parties (say 7+ guests).
O my god ...i am back to my home country but i still love the indian food here ...the ambience is fantabulous .the hositality is just great.signature cocktails are excellent and the food is just an addiction. Dal makhni ,biryani,okhra fries or whatever ..i think order anything here ...it will hit the every taste bud of your tongue....thanx for making my trip memorable
The very UBER COOL and ENERGETIC restaurant in town! Lovely Indian food - tons of variety - finger licking - tongue tingling - finger dipping food!!!
Make sure that you reserve a table in advance, else, they would request you to head up to the bar to add to their business :)
The length and breadth of menu covers all the key delicacies from India, served in Uber cool style. The staff is very friendly and hospitable, service is quick as they try to churn the tables fast ... and the menu is priced decently.
Try the Masala Soda, Keema Pav, Chicken Tikka, Fritters, Gunpowder potatoes and Mango & Fennel Lassi.
Must Visit place :)
Amazing food and service no matter which branch you visit. Sometimes you need to wait despite a table reservation. Knowledgeable waiters who make excellent recommendations. Gunpowder potatoes and okra fries are a must!
Would recommend booking otherwise come at quite times before dinner or after lunch. The ambiance is really pleasant. There are a lot of tables but you don't feel cramped and overcrowded.
Most importantly the food is delicious. We had samosas, the bhaji to start. Then the black lentil dhal (a house special and worth a try but be aware it's very creamy and rich), the paneer curry, vegetable biryani and the greens on the side (you may need a bit of freshness) but they are also really tasty.
The staff were busy but still attentive and helpful.
Definitely worth a visit if you want an Indian feast but probably book a table so you have some flexibility and ensure yourself a table.
Best authentic Indian food in London. You will struggle to find a better black dal than this even in India. The only downside is that there is a big waiting line everytime.m
I'd only been to the Dishoom in Covent Garden so the space in this one was surprising. It is huge compared to the former and there's lots of light. The food, as always, is delicious. If you can eat a little spice, try Vada Pav for starters and the house black dal is always awesome.
The best place to dine when you miss you Indian meal... start with Far Far (crakers) Dal makhani / matter paneer / sali boti../ biryani...for lunch or dinner....and of course they bring in the best Indian style breakfast options..!!
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This place has my heart!
Absolutely AMAZING! We had to wait in queue for an hour and were offered nimbu paani whilst waiting. Great gesture. So finally after we got in, we were told to wait at the bar and order some snacks if we'd like and so we did. Called for the okra fries (5/5)- I'd say they tasted extremely nice and warm and crunchy but they were pricey for the quantity.
Then after we got a table we ordered the following:
1) House chai (4/5)- Tasted amazing, just like home
2) Chocolate chai (4/5)- Tasted nice but had a weird bitter after taste in the mouth.
3) Chole bhature (4/5)- This was one of our most expensive mains but to our dismay we were only given 1 bhatura between two people. For a dish that comes for around 9.5£, we were expecting 2 bhaturas, but anyway it tasted great.
4) House Daal (5/5)- Star of the meal. JUST ORDER IT.
5) Veg Biryani (4/5)- great taste and quantity.
Overall, the place has amazing Indian food but it's costly and has very long waiting lines.
Taste rating- 5/5
Price rating 3/5
nice cocktails and nice menu ...
friendly staff
the place definitely has a buzz...
good food ...
make sure you have a reservation, else it will be a min 45 mins waiting ...
The Indian food was upto the mark ! If you missing home and wants to try Indian cuisine definitely worth it!! From the Daal to butter chicken to their service was excellent
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It was said that the old Irani Cafes of Bombay were a very popular place to gather back in the 1960s. A big majority has already disappeared due to competition from modern cafes and fast food restaurants. That is the inspiration and concept behind Dishoom. Located at Kingly Street, Carnaby, Dishoom has just launched their fourth branch in 2015. The business is booming and has shown to be very successful but it’s not just all about profits. This place came to my attention because of a charity project they did during Ramadan where they decided to perform their zakat by donating meals to the less fortunate children. They fed two children for every meal that was served and was able to donate a total of 160,000 meals by the end of the Holy month. Then at Diwali, they pledged to feed a hungry child for each guest served. At the end of the year they have donated over a quarter of a million meals to for children in India and East London. Seeing the success of this, they have pledged to do this every year in order to help those in need.
Recommended by my friends born and bread in the city I managed to wait in the line to Dishoom while being served the traditional chai which helped us to get into the Bombay spirit :) the starters ordered at the bar were incredible, especially the Calamari although Okra and prawns were a little bit too salty. The staff was friendly and helpful, the atmosphere inside truly exotic.
Prices can seem high but for the location and the quality of the food totally understandable.
Will definitely come back, even with Indian friends, I'm sure Dishoom chefs won't disappoint me!
Really good Indian food, slightly expensive compared to the other joints around. The chicken tikka tasted really nice and different. The Chola Batura was really tasty and filling. It was pretty authentic and tasty. When you miss Indian food try this place.
Dishoom has been one of the most famous Indian dining place in London. It offers unique india dining experience and also offer some of the best india dishes.
I recently went there for breakfast. The menu offers some dishes which are kind of fusion to suit both india and Brit palate.
I tried masala omlette and it was really nice. This is one place every one in london should try.
A place that I've been meaning to visit for ages after rave reviews from siblings. Lives up to the hype if a little on the expensive side. However excellent lamb chops and "gunpowder" potatoes, that left you on just the right side of full. Though reading the menu it's not particularly clear how much you should be ordering per person.
O lyrics danger here is as they expand as a brand do they take their eyes off the ball I'm terms of quality
£60 for two for lunch Inc service, two small berets, two small reds, roti, rice and four dishes.
Giving 4.0 because of theur special chai. Had it 5 times at my very first visit. Roomali reminded me of Delhi❤️
Food was good as well. However, Cocktails size was quite less as per the price.
Yummy food!
It's an indo western menu with lots of choice. Great place to visit. Only thing, don't go during peak time. It's too long to wait for your turn.
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Dishoom 👊🏻you get knocked out by the ambience of this place. It's kinda hybrid of a Indian ambience and a British decor, it's seems more like a chilled out bar with dim lighting and laid back atmosphere. It's always packed, so be prepared to wait for your turn. They give you a buzzer which will go off like a alarm when your table is ready. Till then, you can enjoy some drinks, chai, and sides at the bar. If you happen to wait outside due to lack of space, then you earn a free serving of ☕️ chai. The place is huge, and it nowhere looks like a Indian setup. Indian restaurants are like ghazals playing in the background or a Hindi movie on the television set or Walls decorated from pictures of India. This place definitely questions the status quo by keeping the food Indian and the ambience simply British. We had ordered for Prawns koliwada, chicken tikka, chicken curry and biryani. All the foodstuffs were really tasty, especially the prawns koliwada. The waiters were polite, helpful and did their job really well. Our experience with Dishoom was really memorable. 😊
The food is here is so tasty I just wish they had a bigger portion size! Friendly staff and good service. There isn't alot on the menu but the food they have on there is very yummy :)
Absolutely amazing!
Trust me the 1 hour ++ wait was so worth it.
Looking at the queue on a week day early evening I didn't think I would stand thru but we did it and enjoyed our evening.
The masala chai n sherry served while waiting out in the cold was great 👌🏻
Then we got to the bar and enjoyed the cocktails with the crispy okra, which is truly a must try.
And we got called to our table just in time rather before time.
And enjoyed our meal with impeccable service and delicious food.
Looking forward to going back again to try their breakfast 🍳
The eggs on the menu sound divine 😜
This dishoom is one of the newest branches! The retro Indian vibes, the cheeky writings on the wall and impeccable service. The food is spot on, and you can never have just one cup of their house chai which is why they do unlimited refills. The ambiance of this branch is really nice with a courtyard space being a personal favourite.
Dishoom Carnaby marks for the perfect after shopping lunch place. Also the queues are shorter than the other branches.
Keep gobbling xx
Dishoom has grown rapidly in the last few years since they first opened their doors in 2010. With a unique twist of Indian and Iranian food, Dishoom definitely stands out. A very important thing to note is that the food is Halal so it caters to a wider community too. I went for a lunch at the Carnaby Street branch a while back during their soft launch and we hadn’t booked a table. Although the queue looked very long we were inside in 35 minutes. Whilst a bunch of us were waiting in the cold they brought out some of their lovely signature spicy chai to keep us warm.
Very good Indian restaurant. I was however expecting something incredible because of the reputation of the chain but still the food was good. Definitely get the chocolate pudding and the cinnamon ice cream, that was incredible!
I found the portions quite small and not ideal for sharing, but the prices were reasonable for such a famous place.
I am not sure I will come back but it's definitely a place you should try at least once !
l have now been here twice to the soho branch and I noticed the menu has changed and now has more variety. Food is better than before but service is still at the low end with poor door staff who smile but don't really seem to care and serving staff who don't always take the right order and one spilled a drink all over one guest. Just be happy with the food and be prepared for the service and you will be fine. Food as I say much better than my last visit so I will go again and would still recommend a visit.
This is the 4th dishoom I have had food at in london and needless to say it never disappoints. A 30 minute wait on sunday is quite normal. For a change I tried a few cocktails at the bar while waiting and they add a much preferred coolness to the british summer.
We have dead tired, when we went to this place for kind of evening snack. The moment we saw the food/presentation, we were refreshed. Chole bathura is one dish you can't miss. It tastes much better than any place in india.
We asked the front desk at our hotel for restaurant recommendations. "Dishooms," we were told, "it's one of the best Indian restaurants in London." Ok cool, we will give it a go. It took us 3 tries to finally get in, not wanting to queue up for 45min for dinner. We went early, around 4:30pm and walked right in. The food was good but really, is this the best London has to offer? I think the aura is more local lore than objective critique, but it is still a tasty treat after a day of wandering the streets of Soho. Do I recommend it? YES! Is it as good as they say it is? Sure, but keep in mind The Brits also think fish and chips are good.
The Veggie Perspective
+4.5
My first blog post goes to one of my favourite restaurants in London (as well as many other Londoners judging by the queues!). I have been eagerly anticipating the opening of the newest addition to the growing Dishoom family-Dishoom Carnaby. The newest member is located on Kingly Street in the heart of London surrounded by some of the quirkiest restaurants, shops and bars the city has to offer. Carnaby has been calling for an Indian-Iranian street food restaurant like this for a while and this will be a fantastic addition to the buzzing area. Cinnamon Soho (another Indian restaurant a few doors down from Dishoom) has big competition ahead.
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THIS RESTAURANT IS DA BOMB!!!!!!!
The restaurant's design is very casual but lively. It isn't the casual restaurants that look cheep instead it looks so chic.
Every vegetable dish was so good 😭
Keema: is lamb with Indian spices that is cut into very very small pieces that it eventually turns into a mash. Comes with a small piece of bread (aka POWs) 4.5/5
Dall: is also a vegetarian dish made of Dall and spices that are just mouthwatering. It is perfectly seasoned which is considered an achievement since seasoning Dall is very tricky. Comes with a small piece of bread ( aka POWs) 5/5
Sabgy: is a plate of vegetables that is seasoned and is also like a mash. It is well seasoned and slightly spivey. I loved how light it feels in the stomach. 5/5
Chicken Biryany: the biryani was well spiced but the chicken wasn't that tasty to be honest. The spices were sharply balanced but again the chicken wasn't good. 3.5/5
Chicken curry: the chicken tastes delicious and was cut into reasonable and medium sized pieces. The spices in the sauce again were balanced but I think it was heavy 4.5/5
Mango ice cream: the idea of this ice cream is very creative. It is done in the restaurant and is put on sticks. You can LITERALLY taste the mango and it's so refreshing. 5/5
Excellent service!!! Excellent food. All staff were so polite and really made us feel welcomed and appreciated. Gave us chai tea or cherry whilst we were queuing outside for five mins, helped us with dietary requirements, explained the menu, suggested dishes on the menu, cocktails were so good, food tasted as always-amazing.
Coming across the lines at this place on an earlier evening, we knew something good must be cooking (pardon the pun). So the very first free evening that followed we dragged ourselves down to Soho to check it out. What ensured was probably the best dining experience of the entire holiday. The entrees of okra fries and vegetable samosas were flavoursome, but it was the mains of lamb chops and chicken tikka that really hit the spot. Dessert wasn't too bad either, so I suppose the overall winner was our stomachs .... Yours too if you end up going!
We Love Food, It's All We Eat
+4.5
We hate to be unfair and write a blog post about a restaurant during its most challenging time – their soft launch. But we’re going to anyway because the restaurant is Dishoom and we love it unconditionally. This is despite them giving me one of the most horrendous and humiliating hangovers of my life at the Kings Cross branch launch party and the putting us through the occasional (but well worth) queue.
It was five years ago that we first discovered Dishoom, thanks to Marina O’Loughlin’s column in Metro. It’s no coincidence that it was around the same time that we started We Love Food. We’ve visited over 500 restaurants since that point but when we’re asked what our favourite London restaurant is (which is practically every time we meet a fellow food lover), Dishoom is always up there, yet we can never remember the last restaurant we visited.
It’s not just the food, it’s the story behind it, the people who bought it to life and the feeling it gives us. We’ve never set foot on Indian soil (we will one day…) but it somehow feels like coming home every time we visit, even if it’s a new branch like Carnaby. The familiarity is there, along with the smiles and their we-want-it-all menu.
Back when they were ‘younger’ and came up with the idea of the Chowpatty beach pop-up, we were treated to a sneak preview. As we sat looking at the plans of the site, the excitement of Dishoom’s owners was infectious and admirable. We don’t really get these opportunities any more but we can sense that this enthusiasm remains, possibly even more so than it ever did.
So we headed down to the fourth branch with our good friend Keith last Sunday, who was with us when we first went to Dishoom, half a decade ago. Our aim was to get there before the breakfast menu finishes at 12pm but judging by the stream of people, the chances of us making the deadline were getting slimmer by the second. We’d travelled up from Kent with train engineering works just for this so we were praying to be in luck.
It was said that the old Irani Cafes of Bombay were a very popular place to gather back in the 1960s. A big majority has already disappeared due to competition from modern cafes and fast food restaurants. That is the inspiration and concept behind Dishoom. The food was absolutely stunning. We loved the flavors and the textures of each dish. Each dish has their own character and stood out in its own way. The setting of the restaurant is also worth taking note of - it is super cozy and it's an elevated, elegant version of a traditional Bombay cafe. It is very charismatic and is perfect to relax with friends.
A nice relaxed speak easy style Bombay restaurant. It is a large yet warm space and perfect for a lazy Sunday.
Come here in a group to get a good taste of the sharing plates. I recommend the okra crisps, pau bhaji, house back daal, chicken ruby, lamb biryani, chilli cheese toast to name a few.
Good food, chilled vibe, perfect for a lazy day and a cheeky beer
Amazing service, food was delicious with authentic taste. I had pav bhaji...it was delicious( my no.1 dish ), chhole bhatoore ..yummy , cheese toast which was fine, matar paneer with garlic naan was good. N last but not the least cardamom tea was grt. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. :)
I love Dishoom. I practically work above the newest outpost and waited patiently for what felt like years for it to open. During the soft launch period I was SWAMPED with work (sod’s law) and never made it down there for 50% off before the mobs arrived each day – I’m very temperamental with queuing for a table, even if it is for lush, juicy Indian treats.
I was spending quite a while thinking of not trying to sound like a food blogger in this post. However, some people seem to think that I can’t, even if I tried. So here’s my attempt at a dual post. My attempt at sounding like what I’ve read in a “typical” post from Joe Bloggs in italic text. Normal text in normal text.
Nice Indian food focusing on tandoori (there are very little curry options), make reservation beforehand since it's normally very packed even during the weekday.
Delicious Indian cuisine and the chaat was the highlight. The bread selection is amazing and the lamb which my companion gorged on was spectacular. Recommended order the lentils, spinach and the lovely appetisers.
The soft opening of Dishoom Soho is a landmark for the Indian restaurant that has become a London favourite. We were lucky enough to be some of the first customers at the launch which offered a generous 50% off. From the outside, Dishoom follows the same style of its other restaurants but from inside it's more classy, modern and chic. The staff are attentive, welcoming and eager however being a soft opening the service needs a little finessing.
The food as always was outstanding (for more see the blog at hashtagfatinside.com/2015/09/dishoom.html?m=1), though the dish that failed to impress was the branches chefs speciality, the Sali Roti, which lacked the range of flavours to make it a top dish like so many others on the menu.
The new restaurant opening is testament to Dishoom being a class above the rest with a creative concept, a vibrant atmosphere and exceptional food. The restaurant is my favourite Indian in London and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it!
This place is huge and very busy. We arrived fairly early with no reservation, but waited about 45 minutes at the bar and got a table. Our server was incredibly friendly and made our dinner so much enjoyable. The atmosphere is so lively, with all the diners just having a fantastic time. We are no experts in Indian food, but enjoyed everything we had. Everyone we spoke to before our visit had heartily recommended Dishoon, and now we know why.
We went to Dishoom for the first time, and it was an incredible restaurant. Everything, from the atmosphere to the food and service, was outstanding. We had to wait for about 50 minutes because we didn't make a reservation, but it was definitely worth it. Their menu style is unique, and the food was delicious. The best part was how quickly they brought our food after we ordered. They even gave us chocolate mousse because it was my birthday. All in all, it was a fantastic experience.
Amazing restaurant, one of the best Indian restaurants in London amazing service great delicious food. The only issue is the long queue. We have to wait for 40 minutes to get a table but it was worth it. They serve you tea and drinks while waiting in the queue.
The butter chicken is amazing is the most
Highly recommended restaurant
Overall if you are looking for a chill and cool place to have modernised anglo Indian cuisine Dishoom would be a good choice, dont expect to have traditional indian dishes, many of the dishes are their own unique dishes which you normally dont get in your local Indian.
Will I go again : Yes
Food: 6/10
Service: 7/10
Value for money: 7/10
Price : £108 for two ( without alcoholic beverage )
Downside: sitting! the chairs are not the most comfortable and our sofa was broken
Irmelin J. Drangsholt (Linni)
+5
Went for a late night dinner with my friend. We were served by Harry during out visit, absolutely lovely person who gave us good recommendations and knew the whole menu and allergy friendly options. Would definitely recommend this place of you're looking for good Indian food and amazing vibes 👌🏻✨
Dishoom is a must visit when in Central London. The food is amazing and service is excellent!!! I came here for my 30th birthday and couldn't have asked for a more better experience. The waiters have excellent knowledge of what food to recommend. They are very attentive and ensure you have the best experience possible. Alexandra was a phenomenal waiter! 10/10
We recently had the pleasure of dining here and it was an exceptional experience. From the moment we arrived, We were greeted by the friendly and attentive waiter, Alexander. The food was delicious, and the service provided by Alexander was top-notch. We highly recommend this restaurant for a truly memorable dining experience.
One of the best Indian restaurants that I’ve ever tried, the service was amazing amazing and the food was delicious.
The only issue is the long queue..we have to wait for 40 minutes to get a table and they are not making reservations.
I definitely recommend this place!
Friendly, trendy Indian restaurant in the heart of Soho. It is big; they serve thousands of clients weekly, but friendly environment. You will have to queue to go in, then wait at the bar to sit. The food was good. We had very friendly advice on dishes to order from the women who seated us at the table; our waiter pushed dishes from his agenda, pushing for consumption and rushed.
A nice Indian cuisine restaurant near Bond Street. It’s just a walkable distance from station as well as high street. Lunch and dinner times are too crowded. Getting a table is bit difficult at rush hours specially. Most of the time we need to wait to approx 30-40 mins on average 😞.
That’s why table reservation is always recommended before hand for a hassle free experience.
Though at the waiting queue, they serve some different tea in a typical traditional way of India (in small glassware )for refreshments, which is really appreciated.
Food is good, both quality and quantity are perfect for anyone. As a Indian though I find the options in menu are a bit less, but food quality will fulfils your craving for Indian food.
Highly recommended 👍
We visited Dishoom Carnaby on a Sunday afternoon. The food was great, ambience was mind blowing. The service was amazing. Lead time to deliver food was very low. Service person was polite and courteous. Coming to taste of food, every item that we ordered was delicious. Loved the place.
A wonderful experience every time we visit any of these chains. Unfortunately the wait time was quite long when we came on a Friday night for dinner, but staff were friendly and helpful and we got some delicious recommendations. A must visit when in London and a good atmosphere to enjoy with friends and family. Highlight was the naan bread with their complementary sauce as well as the chicken ruby. Wouldn't recommend the jackfruit biryani though!
We always have dinner at a Dishoom when we’re in London. They serve delicious authentic Indian food. The bhel salad being my personal favourite dish on the menu.
The Carnaby branch always seems to be packed. The amount of people does cause a lot of noise and business, so not a good place for a quiet dinner. Service was friendly but not very personal.
This is a must go in London. The staff are the best part of this restaurant. They are very friendly and explain all the details you need to know. The food is super tasty and you have wide variety to chooses. I highly recommend chicken ruby. Nice vibe and atmosphere. The only thing is you need to wait almost 1 hour before have your table.
Loved the food, loved the drinks, service and atmosphere but what really elevated the whole experience for me was that for every meal ordered here Dishoom donates a meal to a child in need. Makes you feel less guilty for overeating in a way… and there’s plenty temptation here. My favorite was little roasted sweet potato with creamy sauce, pomegranate seeds and some other toppings… magic!
As an Indian, I recommend this place. The ruby chicken was my favorite dish. The curry had just the right amount of flavor and creaminess and the chicken was tender. I appreciated they offered us complementary hot chai while we waited for a table (and it was actually very good chai that reminded me of India).
Really enjoyed the lunch, great atmosphere, amazing and professional service. Highlight of the day was Okra fries which is a must try for starters. We also ordered grilled prawns which prepared perfectly. Also we orders the chef special which was lamb with fries with romali roti. Conveniently located near to Oxford street, highly recommended.
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