Before visiting London we were told by multiple friends to try Dishoom and when I turned to Yelp it seemed the Yelp community was in agreement. We made a reservation online a few weeks to a month before our trip and I was so excited to try our a variety of dishes. This location was a short walk from the tube and the surrounding area is beautiful. We only came to the area for our Dishoom reservation, but I would definitely explore more the next time. We were seated right away at a round table and given water and then we ordered house chai for each of us and a pot of their fresh mint tea. We also ordered the okra fries as a starter because everyone recommended them. The chai is delicious and the okra fries were so flavorful! We could have just enjoyed a meal of okra fries and kept ordering them, but we were excited to try more. We ended up getting the house black daal, chilli-butter-bhutta, chicken ruby, gunpowder potatoes, cheese naan, and rice. The food came out hot and fresh and smelled incredible. We had already devoured the okra fries and were excited to take in the other dishes. The chilli-butter-bhutta comes as two small pieces of corn that is seasoned and comes with lime to squirt on it. It's fresh and flavorful and a nice change from the rich and creamy dishes available. The gunpowder potatoes were seasoned well and came with a sauce for dipping. They also had lime and some veggies mixed in with them. While these were tasty, they were our least favorite of the meal and we'd pass on these next time in order to try something new. However, if you're a potato lover you may still want to give them a try. The chicken ruby was rich and flavorful and might have been my favorite of the dishes we tried. I really enjoyed the naan with the sauce and it was such a warm and comforting dish. The house black daal was my husband's favorite and a close second for me. It was also rich and flavorful and the perfect texture. The chicken ruby and house black daal would be must orders on a return trip along with the okra fries. After visiting, I can see why so many people recommend this spot. The restaurant was beautiful, the service was great and the food was absolutely delicious. Even the restrooms were well decorated, clean and welcoming. They definitely won us over during this visit and we'll be looking forward to our next trip. read more

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Although I am usually not a big fan of Indian food (mainly just because of the spice), I loved my experience at Dishoom! The restaurant offers a wide selection of delicious authentic Indian dishes in a nice yet casual setting. Garlic Naan (£4.50)- Had to get this classic starter. It was soft and tasty with just the right amount of garlic and oil. My one slight critique would be that I'd prefer if it were a bit thicker/fluffier. Prawn Koliwada (£9.70)- This one was definitely on the spicy side but I could still appreciate the nice crispy exterior and flavorful taste. Lamb Samosas (£7.50)- These were not your average samosa quality. You can definitely taste that these were made with quality ingredients and the lamb/onion/spice combo was great. Chicken Berry Britannia (£16.50)- This was my favorite dish of all, as it was bursting with flavor from all of the traditional Indian spices. The dish was cooked using the authentic Kacchi style in the stone pot and had chicken within the basmati rice. They also added some cranberries on top which were a perfect addition, as the sweetness perfectly complemented the tastes of the different spices. Basmati Kheer (£8.50)- This was like an Indian version of creme brûlée, with silky rice pudding, caramelized on the top layer, cooked with vanilla-infused coconut milk, cardamom, and cashews. This delicious dessert was finished with some blueberry compote on top. Mango and Fennel Lassi (£5.90)- Simply the best mango lassi I've ever had. The mango yogurt flavor was fresh and just the right thickness. The fennel seeds on top added a unique slight aroma/flavor to the drink. The restaurant environment has a really nice vibe that is fitting for any type of setting from a casual lunch to a nicer dinner. It's decorated in a way to give an authentic Indian vibe and also be modern and elegant. Most other Dishoom locations can be hard to get a reservation at, but this one isn't too tough to get, probably because it's the newest location and Canary Wharf is a bit away from Central London. As a result, there were still some empty tables. The staff here are very friendly and helpful. The service speed is quick. Overall, I was very impressed by Dishoom and it might be the best Indian restaurant I've ever been to (granted, I don't go to many of them but still). Whether you are a fan of Indian food or at least just willing to give it a shot, I highly recommend that you make a visit! read more

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I've always been a big fan of Dishoom, but the Canary Wharf location doesn't quite live up to the standard of their other branches. While it's not a bad restaurant by any means, it's probably my least favourite of the seven Dishoom locations I've visited so far (out of their 10 total restaurants). I visited after 6 PM, which is usually a busy time for Dishoom, I was still able to get a table with a short wait, upon checking in with a staff member, I was given a pager and advised to sit at the bar for around half an hour. The bar area wasn't clean, with empty bowls of food and glasses left on the table - there was no one appearing to take care of this. I found the restaurant to be dark and noisy; it became too uncomfortable for my liking, it was even difficult to communicate with the people sitting at my table and my server, we had to keep repeating things - mainly down to the loud music, the restaurant was pretty much full, and people had to shout to communicate with people at their table to hear each other over the music. I ordered the Chicken Ruby with Basmati Rice and Gunpowder Potatoes, one of my go-to dishes when dining at Dishoom. The food itself was quite good and certainly not the issue. The rice was perfectly fluffy, the potatoes arrived hot and packed with great flavours, and the Chicken Ruby was tasty. However, the dim lighting made the chicken appear pink, which was off-putting. While I could tell it was fully cooked, I felt more comfortable eating it under the light of a phone torch, which detracted from the experience. The potatoes were brought out later than the rest of my table's order without any explanation. I understand they might have taken longer to prepare, but it felt odd that one item was overlooked. A simple acknowledgement, like "They're on their way," would have made a difference. Instead, I spent about five minutes wondering if my order had even been heard, especially given how loud it was inside the restaurant. Service wasn't as attentive. I understand they were very busy, so they didn't have the time to dedicate towards our table as they would during lunch service, but little things like not topping up water do add up - especially in a place which charges a service charge which is a practice I wholly disagree with as it should be up to the diner's discretion whether to tip or not to tip. The food was good - but the atmosphere wasn't with the poorly lit dark restaurant and loud music now, Dishoom isn't your cheap takeaway Indian either, so I'd just expect better. I probably wouldn't return to this specific Dishoom location in the future, unfortunately, and I much prefer Kensington and Kings Cross, amongst others, when in London. 3* read more

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I recently had the opportunity to visit this restaurant. It is a very popular restaurant in the UK the traditional Indian food was delicious. I really enjoyed the family style serving presentation. I was fortunate enough to have someone that knew what the food items were as I wasn't very well-versed myself, we were a party of 15 and I was surprised at the lack of service and attention. The table got I would've given the restaurant five except for the service and where they position. The table was very crowded and we were squished in trying to enjoy a meal if you're ordering a drink stay away from their martinis , however, the Mai were very good. read more

Dishoom Canary Wharf - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

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I was half worried the food wouldn't be up to the hype but do not fret! This food was amazing! This service was incredible!! Nico from Colombia and Ian from Malaysia absolutely kill the hospitality game. Truly I am so happy to have met them!! I went with my parents my mother in law and my husband. Not one bad thing on the menu. I was shocked but he house daal as its lentils and I hate lentils... I loved it!!! Btw the chocolate moose desert thing.... Incredible I'm nearly upset to have had it bc omg I need more!!! read more

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Dishoom is a staple in London & this canary wharf location recently opened. An Indian / Parsi restaurant that stays consistent with their customer service & food quality. Absolutely obsessed with their okra fries, amazing flavor, perfect crunch and no oil stains on your fingers. Their house daal is some of the best I have ever had. The paneer was cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth, and their rumali roti is a must have! Their old fashioned is a favorite, along with their whiskey sour. And of course cannot forget their chai! Always have to stop by Dishoom each time I am in London and the consistency of quality amazes me each time. Ambiance 5/5 Service 5/5 Food 5/5 read more

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Apple Maps and google maps did us dirty trying to find this spot. It's right outside the train station just past the mini golf. Once we found it the service was outstanding and food was amazing. Food: We got fried okra, khichdi/papadam, and chaat to start. All 3 were great. Nibu soda was basic. Then I found out the whole menu is halal. I wanted to order everything so I guess I'll just have to go back. At first I ordered paneer tikka and murgh malai with rumali roti, rice, kachumar, and raita but the server noted that it was all dry (good call) so we switched to the ruby chicken. He saved our meal. The house chai was like my dad used to make and the Kheer had a crème brûlée crust with blueberry compote. Nostalgic but with a twist Service: Literally 2 different servers kept checking on us, clearing things away immediately, making recommendations, offered to move us when they saw a small leak which I didn't even notice. Super attentive. Saved our dinner order, helped pick the best dessert. My colleague was a little late bc she was lost but they seated me without issue. Everyone was super kind. This area is really beautiful, too, so a nice place to plan a night out. I worked from the park nearby which has free WiFi and then walked over for dinner with my colleague. 10 out of 10 read more

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Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, told me I had to go to Dishoom while in London. After visiting myself, I can clearly see why. I decided to make a reservation at their Canary Wharf location, the area also known as London's financial district. It's an easy tube ride from central London and a very beautiful and well lit area especially at night. My friend and I arrived a little early for my reservation so we were seated near the bar until our table became available. We decided to split some chili lime crisps while we waited. I can't remember the exact name of them, but they were so delicious and well seasoned that we had to order another round immediately after finishing them. When we were seated at our table, our server explained the menu and provided some of her recommendations which made it easier for us to choose from the plethora of options. I settled on the Chicken Ruby and garlic naan, and my friend ordered the Chicken Berry Brittania and Gunpowder Potatoes. The portion sizes made it easy for us to share with each other, and everything was delightful. I did find the Chicken Berry Brittania to be higher on the spice level than my dish, the Chicken Ruby. But nonetheless, everything was cooked to perfection and so delicious. It was easily some of the best Indian food I've ever had. For dessert I ordered a pistachio Kulfi on a stick, something I'd never tried before. It was a creamy popsicle similar to gelato. My only regret while dining at Dishoom was not ordering a chai, so this gives me reason to return again soon! I fully understand why everyone praises Dishoom and considers it to be a must-try, so be sure to make time for Dishoom while in London! read more

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New dishoom location on Canary Wharf! This is actually my first time at Dishoom so I can't compare it with other locations. However, I can say that the experience was amazing. Food: the curry chicken and the dholl they recommended were absolute hits. The biryani had a lot of spices and was very flavorful. The breakfast rôti was so unique, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Note that you can only order it before noon. Ambiance: pretty nice restaurant but also casual enough to come here any day. Service: super nice staff who offer lots of recs. They also let us wait a little bit so we could order from the lunch menu as well. Unfortunately, they did not have takeaway boxes so we couldn't take back home the leftovers we paid for. Hence, the 4 stars read more

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This place is super hyped up and so we decided to try them out while visiting London. Either all the hype around it created a higher expectation of the food, but we were disappointed, to say the least. The ambiance of the restaurant is made to look like a town in India. Our server didn't seem to be very knowledgeable about the menu and had to find someone who could be of more help. The dish sizes were small, and each food had a distinct aroma/taste to it that was a bit offsetting. read more

We got the House Black Daal, Chicken Ruby, Plain naan, and Tandoori Roti, all of which I highly recommend. It was a bit on the pricier end for the portion size, but the food was delicious and very flavorful. Great service, they were very fast and attentive to see if we liked the food. Very nice ambiance inside with good decor. read more

Dishoom is a super trendy London restaurant inspired by the Parsi cafes of Bombay! The food and service here were absolutely on point, and it's no wonder that this restaurant is so popular. One of the signature dishes was the House Black Daal, a stew of urad daal in a dark, rich, creamy sauce. We also had the Chicken Ruby, Dishoom's take on butter chicken made with chunks of tandoori chicken in a creamy, spiced, tomato-based makhani gravy. Both of these dishes were super flavorful and went perfectly with the freshly-made flatbreads including the thin roomali roti, the whole-wheat tandoori roti, and the garlic naan. We also got the Bowl of Greens (charred broccolini and snow peas) and the Chilli Broccoli Salad (grated broccoli with pistachios, red chilies, pumpkin/sunflower seeds, mints, dates, and lime), both of which were earthy, flavorful, and made for nice vegetable side dishes. While the prices here were high for the portion sizes, the experience was definitely worth it for the quality of the food, the colorful atmosphere, and the friendly, attentive service! read more

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Had a late dinner at Dishoom in Canary Wharf while on vacation in London. Went on a Wednesday and the restaurant was full. Good atmosphere and good vibes. Service was good and the food even better. We had the vegetable Samosas, Masala Prawns, Garlic Naan, Chicken Tikka and Chicken berry britannia. Everything was full of flavor and delicious. If I'm ever in London again I will definitely come back. read more

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I love dishoom. The food was just incredible. My sister and I went, our server Pete was the best. He gave us a gluten free menu (since we're weak and celiac). We had the prawns, chicken masala, and a couple dishes. Ended with tea. SO GOOD! Thank you Pete! read more

Amazing evening! We had great food, yummy chai, and superb service by our waiter Pete. Would recommend to anyone. The inside is a beautifully decorated. read more

Another fantastic Indian restuarant to eat in Canary Wharf London. Excellent atmosphere, servers were everywhere in the background ready to help, reminded me of being in the old parsi restaurants in Mumbai and a very good representation. Food was perfect, price was good, atmosphere was lively what more can you ask for ? read more

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Loved the food and the service. A different twist to the usual Indian cuisine. Worth trying!

Chicken Ruby was incredible. Great suggestion by Pauline! Excellent service all around. Great scenery and ambiance too