Dishoom came highly recommended from friends in the states. Walked in with six for breakfast at 10am with no wait and we were greeted by bottomless chai and I would go back for that! Bottomless porridge Bacon naan roll Fire toast Everything was amazing. Our waiter was delightfully and kept our botomeless chai full the entire time. Located on St. Andrew's square, it was convenient and a lot to look at nearby before and after. Highly recommend! We tried to go back for our last night when we were back in Edinburgh, but they were fully booked. read more

We had the *best* food and great evening experience at Dishoom. Visiting Edinburgh from US, craving Indian food. This spot had a fun downstairs called "a permit room" which gave us interesting history and a delicious pre dinner cocktail. Then upstairs, fun vibe, great menu with lots of sharables. Highly recommend! read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Amazing food and atmosphere! All the dishes we tried were amazing, but the standouts were the house black daal, chicken ruby and spicy lamb chops. read more

I'm sorry but WTF. Let me begin, I checked my bill this morning and saw "optional tip applied" - when was this an option? I'm ok with tipping but don't auto apply! (2) food was ok, naan was perfect, starter was awesome but my chicken main was roadkill, (3) wine - I do recall white wine is supposed to be chilled, you might want to look that up. read more

Absolutely love dishoom. Amazing interior design, great menu. Definitely a place to go with a group as you'll end up splitting most dishes! Wide selection of veggie options. Lovely bar on the bottom floor with such kind staff. read more

Just amazing!!!! Best Indian Food I've EVER had! Do yourself a favor and eat here. You just have to!!!! You need it, gotta have it, and it'll change your life! Everyone is soooo nice here amazing service and all the employees just look so happy here. read more

Best food I've ever had. It's like tapas. With two people we ordered 4 things ate like kings. The most flavorful food I've had in a long time. Will definitely go next time I visit Scotland. Oh and if you see a line wait in it. Because the sit you at a bar while you wait and time goes fast! read more

This restaurant came highly recommended from a few friends who had just came back from holiday in Edinburgh and frequented it multiple times. I was nervous as I was traveling solo and had been warned they don't take reservations. The bar is downstairs and is primarily reserved from those parties waiting for a table so I knew this wouldn't be an option. I arrived at quarter past eight, and was easily sat at the breakfast bar on the main level. While I missed out on the atmosphere, I was able to people watch the pedestrians walking by and was happy to try the food. I took the waiter's recommendation - and started with the calamari and naan and I was happy I did. Both were excellent, and I know that is odd to describe naan as excellent, but the flavors were great!! I then had the chef's special "Sale Boti." I was hungry so I did the whole and was happy I did. While I am not a spicy girl, the spices definitely created some sweat pebbles on my forehead and I didn't mind! I end with a chai.. You must end with a chai.... I took the train to London for a weekend of theater and while there a friend asked if I wanted Indian, as he knew the best place in town. I giggled to myself and said "Dishoom?" Of course, I was right!! read more

We had an hour wait to get in (went to the bar in the basement). They said an hour - was probably closer to 30 min - but so worth the wait!! I am a huge fan of Indian food. I've had the opportunity to eat it world wide. I must say, this is legit one of the best I have ever eaten at. It's not traditional but it's not modernized too much to take away what makes Indian food a phenomenal cuisine. Portion sizes were bang on. We had a large group and therefore a ton of different dishes. All were excellent. The garlic naan - don't miss it! read more

This is my second visit to Dishoom and it has been exceptional on both occasions. The staff are incredible, the service second to none and the breakfast is undoubtedly the best in Edinburgh. Such a treat and recoomend anyone living or visiting the city to experience for themselves. read more

GREAT Indian food. When we arrived at ~6:30pm, there was already a line out the door, which the waiter told us would be approximately a 45 minute wait. (We tried making a reservation for a group of 4, but reservations are only available to groups of 6+.) The wait outside passed by pretty quickly - a waiter even brought us hot tea twice! After we made it in, we were given a buzzer to wait in the bar area, and were given a table in the bar area in 10 or so minutes. We had enough time to finish one drink before being seated. I got the virgin colada which was just the right amount of sweet and came with coconut flakes. As for the actual meal, my table ordered veggie samosas, two servings of garlic naan with butter, Awadhi lamb biryani, chicken ruby, and a half plate of the chef's special (spicy lamb and fried naan). The food was AMAZING. However, the servings were smaller than expected, so we ended up SCRAPING our plates clean. This last morsel of unsatisfied hunger is the only reason to my missing final star - otherwise, truly a stellar dining experience even with the wait. read more

Came here on the recommendation of a local--great advice! Had the chicken tikki and the Mahi tikki along with the garlic naan, green vegetable bowl and cucumber salad bowl. Everything had a lot of flavor. The menu had a lot of choices, from fish to chicken to lamb and more. The service was crisp and attentive. I highly recommend trying this place! read more

Absolutely excellent from the food to the service to the ambience and it is very affordable. If you love great Indian food and are In Edinburgh, don't pass up this place. You will not be disappointed. read more

We were just walking around Edinburgh, looking for a place to eat, and had no big plans. We happened upon Dishoom and from the moment we walked in the door, knew we were in for a great meal. Dishoom is a bit trendy Indian style food, and served as one would receive street food in India. There was no place for waiting so the staff asked us if we would like to wait in the bar. Of course we would! We waited some time, which I forgot about because the drinks and appetizers at the bar had me completely distracted. Also, they had toys for kids, which kept me and the little girl occupied and lost in fun. Who can resist Etch a Sketch? I must admit it is seldom that I lose track of time while waiting in a restaurant, but Dishoom got me! All too soon the server came to collect us and get us all sorted out. We went up to the restaurant and boy did we have a great meal! I mean it was indescribable how the flavors burst forth in my mouth! Bite after bite and dish after dish I was happily shocked! I didn't know Indian food could be this amazing, and I really love Indian food. Some people said it is actually Iranian food, from Mumbai, or maybe it is a fusion, in any event, it is fantastic! For us, there will be another trip to Scotland, and therefore certainly another trip to Dishoom! It is a repeat for certain. I can't recommend it highly enough. read more

SO SO GOOD!! I was sad I couldn't go to Dishoom in London (the line for dinner was too long and they didn't take reservations). So, when I arrived in Edinburgh by bus around 7am, I waited until Dishoom opened at 8am to grab breakfast, and it was so worth. I ordered the Bacon Naan Roll and loved it. I didn't expect this combination of ingredients would go so well together. Dishoom's House Chai is also a must! You also get free refills!! I noticed a few locals who brought there work with them so they could enjoy the Chai at Dishoom, and I would too if I lived in Edinburgh. I really can't think of anything I didn't like about Dishoom. The food was amazing and very affordable. The service was great. And I loved the interior. I hope to return to a Dishoom soon and try other items on their menu. -- taste / 5 aesthetics / 5 vibe / 5 service / 5 price for quality / 5 OVERALL / 5 read more

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My wife and I ate here 5 time on our 4 day trip to Edinburgh. It was our daily stop for breakfast as it was near the hotel and opened at 8 am most days. The Bombay Omelet at Dishoom transports my wife back home when her grandmother made Sunday omelettes with the same spices and ingredients. The Breakfast Naan Rolls are really big for the price. I recommend going for the bottomless chai tea. Breakfast is pretty reasonably priced at less than 20 pounds for 2 people including tea. You really need reservations for dinner here as it gets busy at night. read more

Breakfast of champions .. wow !! Totally worth it. This place was spoken about since we left the US and the taste was exceptional! I think the plan is to come back for lunch and experience their lunch !! read more

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My favorite restaurant that I have ever been to! The food is delicious. The smaller plates make it great to try as many dishes as possible. The atmosphere is perfect for a date night and the location is close to walk to some fun sights and pubs. My husband and I visited on holiday and I wish we had one back home. read more

Ruby chicken is some of the best butter chicken I have ever eaten! Delightful! Totally lived up to the hype. 10/10 would return! read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Great food, atmosphere and service. A little over priced, but worth it. Lamb samosa's and Edinburgh special is awesome.

We were not familiar with dishoom and picked it because it was closest Indian. What a fun delicious surprise for us. A few standouts were the chili cheese toast and ruby chicken. read more

Our favorite restaurant in the city. No matter what, we always get the okra fries and the house black daal. The naan and roti are done perfectly, and all the curries are legit. This is the only restaurant in the whole city where people actually queue to eat there. I wouldn't say this place is a traditional Indian restaurant, especially considering the price, but it's still delicious. The only thing we weren't huge fans of was the grilled lamb kebab. Didn't have much flavor and was a little dry. But everything else we've had was excellent, and the service is always top notch and incredibly friendly. read more

Great lunch!! Had the grilled calamari; so different! Was a bit sweet. Had the chooli. Amazing! Puffy bread with chick peas. Also had the Edinburg special which is braised lamb with roti. Was excellent, a bit spicy, but they put tiny fried chips on top which get soggy after some time, but still good. Good breakfasts with an Indian twist. Had the spicy chicken liver dish. Was good! Also had the big Bombay, basically an Indianized English breakfast. Normal sausage and bacon. Masala beans and the eggs were good. Overall it was OK but I would have chosen something else to try something different. They put coriander on everything which was great if you like coriander. read more

Great meal and almost too much to choose from. Food was top notch and service prompt and efficient

OMG! This place is fabulous. Wonderful food and great service. Americans need to try this place while in Edinburgh.

This place was so delicious! Bombay street food for your heart and your stomach. We ordered half the menu and nothing disappointed. Highly recommend! read more

AMAZING! Everything here was so delicious. It's a beautiful space, servers were excellent, and the food was top notch.

Dishoom is a great spot for food whether you're going on a date, or a large group of people. I've ordered almost everything on the menu here and I can't say I have ever been even slightly disappointed. It's all small plates and you can really not go wrong, but the gunpowder potatoes, bowl of mixed greens, black dahl, and the shrimp/calamari are my favorites. Make sure you also order something saucy, but the fantastic staff will be great about getting you familiar with the menu also. read more

Second time here. One with out a reservation and this time with. First time waited for half an hour in line in spring cold.Both times were fantastically amazing! And the service was outstanding. All food. Alll food deeliciousssss. Particularly a fan of Chola. I think that's the name. Took my friend from LA there who loves Indian and we gorged and drank to abandon. Would recommend to everyone. Can't wait for Glasgow opening so I can eat there for breakfast and dinner in Edinburgh!!!! Thank you!!! read more

Seriously one of my favorite restaurants I've ever been to! The decor is impeccable and it's such a lively atmosphere. You've got to try the Ruby Chicken - easily my favorite dish. It's very savory and creamy like a Tikka Masala but has a unique flavor that I couldn't quite place that gives it a very special taste. They also have a Dishoom IPA which comes from a microbrewery in the UK and is specially made for them and it is so, so crisp and satisfying. Love, love, love this place! read more

I'm having a hard time putting into words my abundant love for Dishoom, much like a new parent looking at their child for the fiery time... I'm just speechless! The speakeasy was such a cool experience and the servers were super helpful describing flavor profiles for us newbies. The vibe really makes you feel like you're in a club in Bombay and I truly felt transported. The food was some of the best Indian food I've ever had, and led us to not even bother looking for a new restaurant for dinner the following night. My only regret is not planning a longer trip to eat at Dishoom more. read more

Best Indian food I've ever had! We ordered a few items from the menu and all were really good. Portions are on the smaller size. It's best to get a few and share. Ask their recommendation, we did and we're so impressed. Everything was delicious. Sorry, there was no time to take pictures. read more

On a recent visit to Edinburgh, I heard that one of my favorite Indian places from London has now a branch here too. It is an Iranian café from Mumbai, India. I knew I had to try it. It is in St. Andrews Square overlooking the park - lovely location and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are so many items on the menu that everyone can find something to their liking no matter what time of the day. The entrance has a Ganesh statue welcoming you. They do not take reservations for parties under six and have bar seating on the 1st floor level as well as an upstairs room and seating in the basement too. I ate upstairs which with its huge windows has plenty of light filtering in, has a bar area and plenty of seating available. It was loud and vibrant inside as the place was very busy but wasn't disturbing at all. The furniture has the aged and antique look which contrasts well with some modern decorations - giving it a very warm and inviting look. The walls are covered with photos of owner's ancestors - mostly in black and white and several sayings in Hindi - very interesting décor. The food is delicious, cooked to perfection with the right amount of spice. Tried several dishes starting with the okra fries, ruby chicken, garlic naan and their special on their menu - sali boti. Ruby chicken is like spicy butter chicken - was so soft and perfectly cooked. Sali boti was lamb curry topped with crunchy potato sticks and was served with roomali roti - had option of half or full plate. Lamb is not easy to cook - compared to many other good places this one is by far one of the best I've tasted. They served the food with a trio condiment consisting of mint, sweet tamarind and spicy sauce. For desserts, we tried their malai kulfi which was served on sticks and their chocolate pudding which comes with spicy ice cream. They give you a choice of cinnamon ice cream too. Food was very authentic and service was great. It was served quickly as well. Ultimately, it's the food quality, presentation and experience which makes the restaurant stand out and this one meets on all counts. A must visit and highly recommended - 5 stars on all counts. read more

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When researching for my trip to the UK I came across this restaurant. We started our trip off in London where I attempted to get a table, but we weren't interested in waiting two hours to be seated. Before we got to Edinburgh I made a reservation for this location as I didn't want to miss out. Because there was so much hype around this restaurant I was afraid it would disappoint, but luckily it did not! All the food we received was truly delicious. The black Daal being my favorite item. I'm already looking forward to their cookbook coming out in the next couple of months. If heading to Edinburgh, do yourself a favor and make a reservation at Dishoom. You won't regret it! read more

A+ for the food, A++ for the awesome service our waiter provided!! First, he went through the menu to explain the different options to us since it was our first time there. He was enthusiastic, passionate about the food they served. He even let us sample a couple of things we had never had before without any prompting. He recommended some things based on what we told him we liked. We are so glad he did, our food was delicious! I went with the Ruby Chicken, we also had the Chef's special, cheese Naan, hot chai, and Dahl. We give two thumbs up! read more

Met for Sunday breakfast. Such a nice different place to try. Great decor and service. Wrestlers Nann was quite amazing.

I would give this restaurant 10 stars if I could! I visited during their 'soft launch' which gave us 50% of ALL FOOD AND DRINK - no exceptions. We went on a busy Saturday night and had to queue outside for a while, it wasn't too cold and the atmosphere was friendly so it wasn't as bad as it sounds. The hostesses also came round with little glasses of sherry and chai tea to keep us going. Once we got inside we were told to make our way downstairs to The Permit Room where we could have a few drinks while we waited on our table. When we got downstairs we felt we had been transported back in time to 1950s India, the decor and atmosphere was amazing. We were greeted again by a host who told us that because of the waiting times our first drink was on the house - result! I had the Pila House Sling and my boyfriend had Viceroy's Old Fashioned. The cocktails have very different flavours to traditional ones but they're delicious. When our table was finally ready, we travelled up in a little lift to the top floor where the restaurant was located. Again, the decor was very traditional and the whole room was alive with people chatting and eating - a great Saturday night buzz! The menu is kind of like tapas so we choose a few dishes to share between us. We opted for the lamb samosas, keema pau, calamari, chicken tikka and lamb biryani. Everything was delicious but the calamari was the standout for me and one I would definitely order again. Overall, this restaurant is quite different to typical Indian food you would get in Edinburgh. The cocktails, food and service is exceptional and even though we got 50% off the bill the full price menu is still reasonable. Would definitely recommend. read more

Awesome food, our server was brilliant running us through the menu and very attentive. First time being here other than a Christmas night out, it was a brilliant experience. Even brought my friend out a mint sauce due to him struggling with the spice of the food he ordered. We'll be back! read more

Great food in the heart of Edinburgh. The place is huge and Staff very friendly. They take allergies seriously. Lots of food, half portions are enough (I eat a lot). Loved the Australian waitress in the downstairs bar!! read more

Always an excellent choice for lunch (our faves are the berry biryani and chicken ruby) or for breakfast (our faves are the Parsi omelette, kejriwal, and the akuri). The lassis are refreshing and the bottomless chai will fortify you all day. read more

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