Probably the highlight of my trip to Edinburgh. We came here almost directly from the airport while running on like 2 hours of sleep, because I was so excited to try it. First, the atmosphere is absolutely adorable. I felt totally transported. We opted for a wide variety of things, starting with the okra fingers which were perfectly crispy and possible the best okra I've ever had (and that's saying a lot as a person from the South of the US). We followed with the house chaat (Warm-cold, sweet-tangy, moreish. Golden-fried sweet potato covered with cool yoghurt, pomegranate, beetroot, radish and carrot. Tamarind drizzle and green chutney lift it nicely) which was absolutely delightful. You could taste each individual flavor but they all came together so harmoniously. 10/10 you gotta try this. We then split an order of their famous house black daal (A Dishoom signature dish -- dark, rich, deeply flavoured. It is cooked over 24 hours for extra harmony) which that alone was worth the trip! Unlike any other dal I've had before. For an entree, we split the Chicken Ruby (Tender chicken in a rich, silky makhani sauce. A good and proper curry redolent with spice and flavour.) which was a hit but i definitely recommend getting it with a side of rice. For drinks, we went with the bottomless chai option. You can choose between the house chai or the chocolate chai (and go back and forth when getting refills) and I have to say I was super impressed by the chocolate chai. The service was also fantastic. Our waiter was super friendly and helpful, although we did have a couple of funny mix ups bc of my American accent and having to wear masks (I asked for a side of rice and he brought me a cup of ice... we all had a good laugh). If you get a chance, definitely try Dishoom!! read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Okay so my husband and I just returned from a 10 day trip to the UK. And we both agree that we had our best meal here!!! We enjoyed our dinner so much we had to go back the next morning for a quick breakfast before a tour. Let's get back to dinner. We had such a hard time deciding what to order because it all looked so good. Since we didn't make a reservation we had to wait a bit and was pleasantly surprised when they took us to the bar area. As a teetotaler, I was happy to see they had a special menu for me and I couldn't resist trying their jazzed up version of pina colada - hands down it is the best I've ever had. We tried to ask them how to make it but it's pretty complicated but I'm just glad I got to have it. Now on to the food, every dish was packed with flavor. I grew up in Malaysia and we have good Indian food, though mostly Southern Indian. And this is up there for me in terms of quality and flavor. Even though all the food we got was great, the one that stands out to me is the Salli Boti - braised tender lamb. Oh my gosh it was fall apart in your mouth tender. And the flavors were soooo good. The chicken ruby was described similar to butter chicken and it was nice though it was a little bit sweeter than expected - still very good though. Even something as simple as vegetables was done well. Anyway we went back the next morning to try their breakfast and I loved the bacon and egg naan roll I got. I was expecting plain ol' bacon and egg but the chutney inside added much depth of flavor. Finally, we have to mention the chai. I have had chai and this is up there for me as well. We loved it so much we bought it back so we can try and replicate it. Although I have a feeling it won't quite be the same. If we're ever back in Edinburgh, we will be going back!! read more

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We are in town for Fringe and loved eating there so much we returned a second night in a row. Will start by saying the food is fantastic. In order to try as much as possible we ordered differently each night with only a couple repeats and were very happy with the meals. It also needs to be said the wait staff is great with listening to the guest and helping guide them to food or beverage that might align with what they enjoy eating or drinking. It should be noted the restaurant is on the loud side so be prepared for a high energy meal as you will be talking above the fun mix of music. We will be back many times before we leave the city. read more

Since my friend and I enjoyed Dishoom so much, we decided to return for dinner to try the rest of their menu. We started off with the Okra Fries (£4.70) and Prawn Koliwada (£6.70), both very delicious and great options. For the rest of our dishes, we had the half portion of Sali Boti (£11.90), Black Daal (£6.50), Chicken Ruby (£10.90), and Cheese Naan (£3.90). Next time, I would leave out the Black Daal as this was a vegetarian dish, so contained all beans. The sauce had good flavor, but the beans were overwhelming, especially because I am not the biggest fan of beans either. On the other hand, the Chicken Ruby and Sali Boti were absolutely amazing --spicy and well seasoned. I highly recommend both if you're want a variety of chicken and lamb in your dishes. Throughout our meal, we each had two glasses of House Chai (£2.90), which ended up being charged by glass. Little did I know, the house chai is not unlimited after 5pm. I was a little disappointed because I am truly obsessed with the house chai here, which makes me more likely to come back before 5pm just for that! Go ahead and revert back to my first review of this place for their breakfast naan and house chai and it will be all you need. Nonetheless, amazing food with the best house chai --yum! read more

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Actually best food of my life. We got the chicken tikka the chili chicken, the daal and more. It was delicious.

The flavors are amazing. The best restaurant in Edinburgh. Consistently great food Service was also great read more

I agree with other reviewers - why don't we have a restaurant like this in the USA - it is fantastic! Everything was delicious, the food comes out quickly, delicious cocktails, friendly service, multicultural vibe. Bring friends so you can order a lot and try everything but don't worry if you don't any dish you choose will be delicious. I might go twice in one week! read more

I'm not sure if places like Dishoom exist to serve Yelp or if Yelp exists to serve places like Dishoom. Never the less, the Yelp community totally nailed it. Visiting Edinburgh for the first time. My wife and I wanted a nice local place for dinner. I couldn't believe there was a 5 star rated restaurant with over 200 reviews. Dishoom was that place and each and every reviewer got it right! So, let me bore you by repeating what everyone has already written, Dishoom is awesome! First, I have to give them support for the extensive menu of non alcoholic drinks. They have a very nice selections of specialty drinks with no Alcohol. Now, they also have a nice cocktail menu, but I really appreciate establishments that think about all their customers. I found all the employees to be very friendly, helpful and good at what they do. From the people manging the cue, to the bar staff to the restaurant staff, they were all right on point. The food was marvelous. We started with the veggie samosas and then moved on to the spicy lamb chops and chef's special with a nice bowl of rice. The flavors were amazing. We finished with the chocolate pudding and the rice pudding. My wife is very picky about rice pudding and said it was the best she has ever had. Not sure when I may be back to Edinburgh, but my wife and I will always remember the experience we had at Dishoom. It is worthy of 5 stars for sure. read more

Mindblown. The 5 star ratings are no joke. We loved everything about this place. The food, ambiance and service were top notch. So good we had to go back twice during our trip! Loved the Broccoli chili salad, ruby chicken, paneer and garlic naan. read more

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Dishoom provided the best breakfast in London during our stay. The full English was excellent, and the Chai - O.M.G. I've never had chai like this, but I would return just for this alone. The service was outstanding and worth the price 10x over. Highly recommend! read more

The food was overall nice we are regulars to dishoom overall we have all been noticing the dishes have been getting smaller and smaller, aswell as dish changes with an espresso martini being a full dessert now just a drink 1 mouthful size however the biggest shock is, a bottle of soveignon blanc being 60 pounds too expensive I'm very disappointed we will never be back horrendous the service was slower but still good rememberd everything we wanted. And the ambiance was great so yes it's alright but for 5 people and the bill being 300 pounds we are FURIOUS!!! read more

Dishoom - This is our bill for 5 people horrendous - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Unfortunately, we were there for breakfast which we wanted their lunch menu. That's the only unfortunate thing, though. Food was great. Loved the ambiance and setup. Beautiful basement. Service was great! read more

Went to Dishoom in London and kids loved it so much that we had to go again but in Scotland! We didn't had a reservation, but there was no line so got in quickly. Food was delicious, we tried different dishes this time and everything was great! Ambiance was beautiful again the songs and the decor is very nostalgic! Wish they soon open restaurants in USA. read more

Lovely authentic Indian food, great history! Highly recommend good for groups need a reservation. Especially for a group. Snacks and lunch during the day, evening dinner. read more

SIMPLY WONDERFUL!!! I was visiting Edinburgh for 4 nights and ended up dining here 2x--once for breakfast and once for dinner. Both visits were eye-opening experiences, but I would have to say there's a lot more value with breakfast--mainly bc of the 'bottomless' house chai (holy!!!) and bacon naan roll (cow!!!). We also got the bottomless date & banana porridge but it wasn't as special as the other two. For dinner, we got the Chicken Ruby, Mahi Tikka, House Black Daal, Garlic Naan, Dishoom IPA, and House Chai. Phenomenal flavors for the Chicken Ruby, House Black Daal, and Garlic Naan. It was an absolute pleasure dining at Dishoom's 5th and newest location. Definitely a MUST TRY if you're ever in Edinburgh (or London, 4 locations). Thank you for, hands down, the most exquisite Indian meal in my life! Cheers! read more

Do not miss this place! Fantastic food served by competent and friendly wait staff. We missed our chance in London but thankfully were able to get a spot while in Edinburgh. Everything we had was tasty but don't miss the house chaat. It's a perfect way to start and helps to cool your palate from the spicier foods. read more

Whenever I'm visiting the UK, I can not resist stopping by this place. Reminds me of my mom's cooking, which is the way to my heart. You can smell the rich fragrance and spice when you walk in to any Dishoom restaurant. They offer a variety of dishes from various regions of India. I'm a sucker for the Pau Bhaji, which is the closest you can get to back home. Double thumbs up to this place read more

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Delicious!!! The best Indian food in Edinburgh! We had bhel, fried okra, paneer roll and jackfruit biriyani along with their yummy drinks! read more

I've had Indian food in India, this was better!! Chicken Ruby for the win!! Staff were amazingly friendly, the wait at the permit room was a delight too read more

WOW! We visited this place on recommendation from our barista in the afternoon. He was so spot on! This place doesn't accept reservations, so we showed up early. We still had to wait about 20-30 mins, but we were able to sit downstairs by the bar and get some drinks. Our waiter explained the menu to us when we were finally seated and even had a few recommendations. We had the veggie samosas, lamb curry, and the basmati rice pudding for dessert. Everything was AMAZING! My husband had never had a lot of Indian food and he was raving at the end of dinner about all the flavors. This place is definitely a must visit! read more

Oh, Dishoom. It's renowned for a good reason. The food is delectable, the drinks are all good, the service is precise, the ambiance is wonderful. Transplanted here from the ever-popular London locations, Dishoom Edinburgh has all the quality of London with the prospect of a semi-reasonable wait. You should still expect to wait about 30 min, especially for dinner, but getting an amazing cocktail in the downstairs bar, "The Permit Room," is part of the process. You really can't go wrong here.. but let me point out some favorites to steer you well. The Edinburgh house special (this location only) is Salli Boti - an amazing and rich dish showcasing Scottish lamb and served with gravy, crispy bits, and a very delicate roti. Other notables for me are the Pau Bhaji, Mattar Paneer, and Chole Puri. All delicious. For dessert, I quite like their Gulab Jamun! I would stay clear of the Kala Ice though... it's weird. They also have a separate breakfast menu which looks fantastic and a breakfast loyalty program (several visits - a free Roti wrap). Anyway, it's a great place, perfect for a nicer dinner or special occasion, and I highly recommend a visit! read more

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The only thing I regret about coming here is that it is better than any Indian food I've had anywhere and now my standard for good Indian food has been raised too high to be satisfied elsewhere. The service was so attentive, it is a very well run operation, all three floors working in tandem! Our bartender was great and so kind, making great suggestions and helping us pass the time easily while we awaited our table. read more

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Fantastic setting and ambiance, wonderful food, and impeccable service. Went here for my birthday and our server made sure it was a great experience. Mentioned my preference for all things spicy and was treated to a chili pepper ice cream for dessert. read more

A must every time I'm in the UK. The restaurant is beautiful and has a gorgeous bar. The food is always incredible! Aside from my typical curry favorites, the House Chaat is a must. read more

Dishoom - Curries - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

The family and I ate at the Kensington London location and we really enjoyed it. The art deco design was also very nice. We did have a short wait but no more than any other restaurant at a busy time of day. I tried the chicken berry Britannia and enjoyed it. I'm not a huge Indian food person but would get the same dish again. read more

Dishoom - I can't remember the exact name of this dish but it was listed on the menu as the chef special. - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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enjoyed the experience and the atmosphere - however the staff seemed rushed and there was a really long wait to get a table. Annoying that you couldn't book in advance. read more

Fantastic Indian tapas at this restaurant. Quick service. Great waitstaff! Very attentive to people with food allergies. I'm strictly allergic to malt. This restaurant is open until 11pm. Very affordable and fantastic service! I will return! read more

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We've been to two Dishoom locations, one in London and one in Edinburgh. Both are incredibly good--food, service, drinks, and atmosphere. I wish they opened a location in the States. read more

Food is very tasty & flavorful. Service is excellent as well.Reservation is necessary. I highly recommend this Indian restaurant

We had a recommendation to try Dishoom when we were in Edinburgh and were able to get reservations. The food is outstanding! Service was excellent and everyone is friendly. One of the best Indian restaurants we had experienced while in Scotland. read more

Spicy. Really spicy. So if spicy Indian is authentic to you, then this place is authentic. We showed up for lunch and ended up spending 70 pounds, which at today's exchange rate is $84... that's a bit much to spend on lunch for 2 adults and 2 kids, but hey, we're on vacation. If I were to do this meal over, I'd pass on the Jackfruit Biryani, didn't need that. I misread the Chicken Tikka as Chicken Tikka Masala, so there wasn't the sauce I wanted. But the Mattar Paneer was amazing. Overall, just really expensive and really spicy. How spicy? Like you don't want to go into that bathroom for another 10-minutes spicy. read more

This is one of the oddest reviews I've written because this is a restaurant of extremes on my visit. Truly great Indian food. Truly great vibe with a boisterous fun soundtrack. And godawful service, maybe the worst I've ever had. At 9 pm on a weekday. First the food: best Indian food I've ever had. And I've had a lot. My party of six ordered across the menu and each item was better. My personal favorites were chicken tikka and jackfruit buriani. Great Nan. Great house daal. In the 15 dishes we had, there were no losers. We tried orange wine with it and it was the perfect accompaniment. Service was bizarrely bad. Food was not delivered in order we were told to expect; water was never refilled; we literally had to keep getting up to ask for help; desserts didn't show up; dirty dishes left everywhere; bill was slightly wrong. We apparently had FOUR wait people while eating (different people kept showing up and then disappeared). They did not appear to be understaffed, just, well, messed up. We are very easygoing customers so remain mystified about our experience. read more

Came here twice for dinner on a recent trip to Edinburgh, and really love the food and especially the atmosphere. Everything we had was solid, some more memorable than others, and the service was very lovely and attentive. Over our two meals we tried: Chicken biryani (this was the absolute best - we got it both nights and basically came back for this) Chicken Ruby (delicious, and tender) Sali Boti (half plate) (very good! Half plate was enough for trying it) Okra fries (yummy! and fun) Lamb boti kebab (bit dry, but good with the black daal) Black daal (solid, but unmemorable) Pau Bhaji (prob our least favorite - we did not finish it) Butter bhutta (corn) (reminds me of the street corn of Taiwan, and elote) Garlic naan Chili cheese toast Rose lassi, house chai As always, the atmosphere is the best part about this place with such keen attention to detail with the decor. They only take reservations up to 5:45 for what is technically lunch. And we did also learn that refills on the house chai only goes until 5pm (which is an odd rule tbh). Really recommend trying Dishoom at least once! read more

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Food was good, service was good. The wait wasn't too bad but we were seated outside next to the big line of people which was a little off putting. read more

Dishoom - The buns with this dip/sauce is a must - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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Great and different... perfect breakfast too. Do Indian in a super elevated way... great food! read more

Amazing food and great atmosphere. The only thing was that our servant was a bit late and we had to wait for a long time for our food. read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Unbelievable. Came with my Indian friend and allowed him to order for us. Both loved it. Great service and great and fast food. May have to wait but that should tell you something. Great atmosphere as well. read more

Dishoom Edinburgh was awesome! Service was very friendly and efficient. The restaurant was busy on a weeknight around 5pm but the food came out perfect. Their chicken ruby is something I dream about, same with the massala prawns. I loved the non-alcoholic refreshing drinks too! Will definitely be back! Of note, I actually liked this Dishoom better than the one in Kensington, London; the food was just a little bit better (not sure how that's possible!) read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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We tried the local dishoom. In the pst we have also visited the London branch. Chicken ruby, grilled kebab and lamp are great . Steamed rise and drink prices also a bit over the top. All in all a pleasant experience. read more

Exquisite atmosphere and excellent food. A bit difficult at check-in but worth the trouble.