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Came by for breakfast the other day and it was a decent experience. Dishoom Shoreditch is conveniently located near a bus stop. Dining is available both indoors or outdoors in the covered seating area. Service was attentive by the staff. Started off with the chai and it was decent. I think their chai used to be more fragrant. Moved on to the wrestler's naan and it was gigantic featuring freshly baked naan cream cheese, ketchup, eggs, streaky bacon, along with sausages. The wrap was a touch hard to eat too! The restaurant was 20% full during a weekday breakfast. The restaurant was offering some type of loyalty card at checkout. Paying is done via QR code and credit card...which leads me to ask the question...what is the 12.5% service charge for then?!?
Dishoom absolutely delivers on flavor. Every dish we tried had depth, heat, and that layered spice that lingers in the best way. The prawns were good, perfectly cooked with bold, punchy seasoning. My biggest recommendation: go big with your ordering. This isn't the kind of place where you stick to one or two plates. The magic really happens when you try a wide variety and share everything around the table. It's much better suited for larger groups than a small, quiet dinner for two. Service was solid, attentive without hovering, and the overall vibe is lively, energetic, and fun. It feels like a place meant for conversation and passing plates back and forth. Only minor knock: oddly enough, the toilets weren't as clean or as vibey as the rest of the restaurant, which felt a little off-brand given how polished everything else is. That said, 100% worth the visit. Go hungry, bring friends, and order more than you think you need.
Dishoom is always a go-to while in London. Everything is so flavorful, so fresh and so delicious. The restaurant has such a great energy and is always lively. The staff is friendly and attentive. I do recommend a reservation as I have never seen it not busy. This restaurant is also a great option if you have vegetarian/vegan folks in your group as the menu has something for everyone. My personal go-tos - chai tea, house black daal, and the chicken ruby. I highly recommend Dishoom if you are in London!
Amazing Indian restaurant on the pricer side but worth it. You can't make reservations but you can wait in line. They give you complimentary drinks while you wait and the line moves fast. They then let you get a drink in the bar area while you wait. The atmosphere is super cool and fun. The service from the waiter to the hostess was fantastic. Very attentive and knowledgeable. They have multiple locations as well. Def worth a stop!
Dishoom had been on our list for weeks leading up to our recent trip. We were able to grab the last walk in table available just before 6pm. The food was mouth watering and oh, so delicious. The chicken ruby was the star of the show, though it did not have much chicken. I would suggest adding more chicken. They recommend that you order 3-4 things and split them amongst 2 people and that is what we did. The interior was very nice and the vibes were high. It was very crowded! We would go back tomorrow if we could! Looking forward to when it expands to the US.
I've really been looking forward to finally being able to give Dishoom a try! I walked-in around 6:30 on a Monday and was quoted around a 20 min wait time (solo dining this time) -- there's a nice bar area for customers to wait and order some drinks/snacks. Ultimately I managed to get seated just around the estimated 20 min :) Per my server's recommendation, I ordered the chicken ruby with garlic naan, and it was definitely a great choice. I loved the depth of the curry flavour, a wonderful balance of umami, creaminess and the (just-right level of) spicy-ness. The meat was so tender and juicy, and very well-infused with the rich curry flavour. The garlic naan, light and fluffy, was a lovely complement to the heavier flavours of the curry (but I wish it had more of a garlicky taste). I also ordered a mango and fennel lassi to drink, which was yummy. The mango flavour was crisp and fresh, and I liked that it wasn't too sweet nor was the texture too thick. I did not taste much of the fennel though. Portion sizes were not bad -- I think it's definitely a higher-end restaurant and the prices reflect that. I'm really looking forward to my next visit already to try some other fantastic dish off their fairly-extensive menu.
Every trip to London, Dishoom was a must. This time round very disappointed their service sucked. Not sure if the quality of their food and services have gone down due to how quickly they have expanded that they don't care about, both service or quality. I feel this place is gaining attention due to the Hype it created when it first opened. When we got there no line which was great seated immediately. We waited 15min before we were attended to. We ordered our drinks and meals at the same time. Appetizers came out no drinks. Which was ok. We asked for water 3 times from our server, she smiled and tapped me on the shoulder and walked away. I'm now confused if water was coming or not so we waived another server and right away got water. Finally got our drinks , which was a soda and wine. So not that they were preparing a fancy cocktail. We ordered chicken tikka which was very spicy and didn't feel like a 2 start, fish curry which was very flavorful, prawns were spicy and delicious as expected. The naans came out very chewy which we all were very disappointed about. We thought it was a bad batch so ordered another serving and plain naan was giving our gums a good stretch. When we told our server she goes that's how naans are supposed to be and I mentioned our garlic naan was fine. Again she smiled and walked away. No doubt our dinner experience here was challenging but what got us the most was the smell of food that carried with us after dinner. Poor ventilation and not sure if this had to do with the kitchen being upstairs or what but we smelled of what we ate through out the evening, that we tried to walk it off but didn't help. We got in our uber headed to our hotel and I could tell our driver was not happy with the smell and put his window down in the pouring rain. Smell stayed with us till our next destination and there was no perfume at the duty free store that helped get rid of the smells. If you pls if visiting this location dress down and be prepared to "to-go" the smell with you.
Came to Dishoom in Shoreditch with no reservation and expected a long wait, but it wasn't too bad. We hung out at the bar and the bartender recommended their special drink, which ended up being amazing. I ordered the murgh malai and the chicken ruby and both were so flavorful and comforting. The garlic naan was okay but it didn't have much of a garlic taste, so that was the only thing I wasn't obsessed with. Overall the experience was great. The vibe is lively but still cozy, and the service was friendly and attentive even with the crowd. I would definitely come back.
Had reservations for lunch at this place. Have seen the long lines at the other locations. We were seated immediately upon arrival. Sat downstairs. Was a little noisy and loud here so it was hard to hear our waitresses response and recommendations. We had the chicken biryani, the chef special - Prawn Pathia, the moan monkfish curry and the vegetarian samosas. Also ordered some naan. The sauce on the Prawn Pathia was so good. The prawns were well marinated and tasted great. The sauce had a spice to it and as well as some tang - tasted like chutney. We needed the extra naan for this and the curry. Fish curry was delicious- the first couple of spoons you could taste the tanginess of the curry but the coconut milk rendered a nice sweet ending. The vegetable samosas came with some chutneys/sayces. Our favorite was the coriander and mint: so refreshing. Definitely coming back next time I'm in London.
*Location / Directions Easy to find. The entrance is fairly unassuming but as you walk in and up to the greeters, it's very nicely decorated. We had a group of 4 and the wait at the time was 45 mins. Enough time for us to find seats at the bar and order drinks. *Drinks / Cocktails The bartender offered to walk us through the drink options and offered water as well. I am a huge fan of old fashions and a huge fan of anything coconut flavored so this old fashioned was absolutely amazing! The margarita was pretty standard but also very good. *Appetizers / Entree The food was freaking AMAZING! Packed with flavor, spice, fresh ingredients and the perfect blend of seasoning. We were all blown away with every item we tried and could not pick a favorite among the choices. The lamb chops were seasoned and prepared to perfection and the naan was incredible. I can go on and on, but I'll leave it there. LOL *Service From the greeter, to the bar tender, and from the server to the staff, the service was nothing short of welcoming and professional. Each person played their parts wonderfully and made us feel like we were the only ones in the entire restaurant. They were attentive, patient, and very helpful throughout our visit. * Conclusion Run! Do not walk to Dishoom! We were told that they are a chain restaurant and that they'll be opening a location in New York at the end of 2026. If all their chains were as awesome as this one, this will be great for the U.S. we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and recommend it when you're in London and want a unique and memorable experience. 10/10
This is by far the best Indian food I ever had. I like curry, but every time I always worry about smelling like Indian food or upset stomach after dinner, well I don't have to worry about any of those this time. The food was excellent, that Chicken Ruby was on point, it has hints of spicy and I just want to dip everything into that sauce. The PRAWN PATHIA has more spicy but with so sweetness to balance it. The naan and rice were also great balance, I need like 10 more naan for my sauce!!! The surprise was the grilled greens, I can tasted that they fresh off the grill and also the dressing that comes with it were excellent. This restaurant was also beautiful and staff were professional. I will come back every time I come back to London from now on!!!
I know it is not authentic Indian food but this place is literally perfection. Top notch service, well curated drinks, great food and good for every type of occasion. The Ruby chicken will forever be my favorite, it is basically their take on tikka masala. So rich and creamy pairs beautifully with the rice and naan. It was my first time having their samosas, not traditional it's presented in smaller phyllo triangle shape. Still very good and flavorful. 3 was definitely a smaller app, I could eat 10 of those. My waitress was phenomenal she got me in and out. They don't do reservations so expect to wait a bit. Best to do an early or late dinner. This is ultimately my petition to get Dishoom to NYC! read more
9 months ago
I had made a reservation for 2:30-3:00 pm on a weekday. It was so busy when we got there but got seated immediately. I'm giving it 4 stars because the samosas tasted dry and the espresso martini was super small. My paneer kathi roll was good. read more
Dishoom has at least 5 locations in London, so I have no idea why all of them have crazy wait times. If you must eat here, booking a reservation is the way to go to save time. We went here for breakfast. The house chai and bacon and egg naan were decent but also forgettable. Indian food is usually very flavorful but this place leaned towards bland. Service is also just okay. Honestly, I expected more from Indian cuisine in London. This place must be a tourist trap from all the hype. read more
We did not have reservations, there was quite a bit of a wait. However, you move through the line and then they take you into the bar area where you can sit with your friends. Have a few drinks while you wait. Then you are moved to your table. The menu has something for everyone. We got a main meal as an appetizer since we had like six of us. It was more of a vegetarian dish with some naan and it was very good. The boys absolutely loved the chicken Ruby! But I think the monkfish was the winner. I absolutely loved it. I was the only person that was able to finish it. And let me tell you by the time you get over halfway through that heat continues to build, but it is absolutely delicious. It's just you sweating and determined to finish it off lol. Super cool on the inside! You would never think you are in a place that is actually a small chain. We had a small issue with the waitress, but overall, it was a great experience and I would go back in a heartbeat! We had an interim server that was fantastic! The food was absolutely legit. I do not remember the name of the dish my buddy got, it was very rice heavy with chicken. Overall, the least dish of the group, although he said it was good. He did have buyers remorse after he tried the different dishes that we got. read more
I have been obsessed with Dishoom ever since I ate them for the first time years ago. It's super popular and everyone I talk to whether they are from here or visiting London seem to know it. Also evidenced by the fact that there was a 1 hour wait to get a table. They serve you chai and lemonade while you are in line which makes up for the wait...a little. The wait was 30 minutes in line and then got seated at the bar and another 30 minutes there before getting a table. Super good service, ambiance, and the food is delectable. I don't wait for an hour at any restaurant except for this one. read more
Food: excellent and well seasoned. We ordered a large variety. Started with their garlic and cheese naan. Also got Vegetable samosas. Also had their grilled shrimp and chicken dishes ( similar butter chicken) and chili chicken. All very tasty. Price was matching their portion size. Staff: everyone was quick to help and provide refills on drinks. Ambiance: this location was very popular. We only waited about 10 minutes at the bar. We arrived around 9:00pm. read more
2 years ago
Modern Indian cuisine in London, what a treat. You can get Indian food anywhere in the city, but I wanted to try "the best." Dishoom lives up to its hype by somehow being cozy and elevated. Foods that don't feel indulgent, everything was flavorful and the perfect mix of flavors. Service had nothing that was lacking. For my first time, I relied on the recommendations of the server to pick out my meal, very easy. I'm so glad we came and would recommend anyone to try it out. read more
4 months ago
I was super excited to try Dishoom, as Indian is one of my favorite cuisines and it came recommended by a few colleagues. Waited in line against my better judgment for a little over an hour on a Monday evening in September. Staff did greet us fairly quickly (I was a party of one but speaking for those in line near me, too) and they were diligent in providing a nice cup of hot masala chai or mint tea. Once my name was called, I was ushered into the bar to wait...some more. It's a very lively spot, and would be a nice spot to hang at the bar. I ordered a cocktail and the bartender was really lovely and engaging, and the dill gin cocktail I had was nice and refreshing. The cocktail menu looked super creative but by this point I was starving. Ordered the Fried Okra which was really nice. Shared them with others at the bar as it was sizable portion. Once I was directed to my table, service was curt and not very attentive (even for London standards). I was considering ordering a glass of wine but my server never came back after I ordered my food (about 30 seconds after I sat down) except once I finally was able to flag her down to settle the bill. I ordered the Black Daal (one of my favorite dishes and highly recommended as their specialty) alongside basmati rice and garlic naan. The food was fine: nothing to wait in line for at all. It's essentially Indian food for white people, and disappointing compared to other Indian I've had around town. When I discuss Dishoom with my Indian friends, they agree it is overhyped. If there weren't a crazy line, I'd love to go back for a few cocktails and appetizers but I wouldn't wait for over an hour for the opportunity. Too many excellent cocktail spots in London. Definitely a hype machine made famous by social media and folks who want Indian-light when it comes to spice and spicy. read more
10 months ago
I cannot say enough good things about Dishoom. I spent a long weekend in London and visited twice, it was SO good. I didn't get any pics from my first trip, where I had the Butter Chicken (outstanding) and the Chicken Berry Britannia (good but dry). Second visit I had the lamb chops and black daal, both were delicious. This is a must have when in London. Be prepared for a little wait but great service. read more
10 months ago
Good Indian cuisine. Was very delicious. Very friendly and courteous staff. Will definitely come back on next trip to London. read more
What an absolutely lovely experience this was. We were recommended Dishoom by several friends and we weren't disappointed in the slightest. The atmosphere and food were unmatched, and we couldn't have been happier with everything we tried. We shared all of the dishes we ordered, including the monkfish, chicken Ruby, chilli chicken, and okra fries, and of course we had to get a side of the garlic naan. The chocolate chai was something I hadn't seen offered on a menu before, but as a big fan of dark chocolate I had to try it. It was tremendous. We will be back as soon as possible to try more. read more
1 year ago
I had to go to Dishoom after hearing so much about it. We decided to go for breakfast since they don't take reservations and I hate waiting . It was a fun way to start the day and the food and atmosphere were both really good. I had a couple of fried eggs with cilantro on cheesy toast (Kejtiwal )and a side of bacon. I didn't want to eat all day after that. The people next to us had big, puffy poori that looked delicious. Very attractive and fun place. Waiter was good. I'd say go! read more
10 months ago
3 months ago
This place is the real deal! When I saw their location in Covent Garden, I first thought this restaurant was a tourist trap, but I was very pleasantly surprised! The food is fantastic. The Shoreditch location is really special, with beautifully designed decor and a feel that reminds me so much of my time in India! Everything is delicious but some of my favorites were the daal (this is a must get!) , the chicken tikka roll, and the milk punch! And definitely try the sauces on the side :) I'd recommend getting a reservation or arriving around 4pm so there's no wait! The wait times can get very long here. read more
1 year ago
It's good, not great indian food. The ruby chicken curry is their best dish (basically butter chicken, slightly spicier). This is a good place to take a tourist (especially with their bottomless house chai), but it feels silly to come here often for good indian food when brick lane is right there. People love the black daal & lamb chops, but I don't get it. Neither were special. The veranda is very beautiful to sit in though! read more
I've been in London now for four days and this was by far my favorite meal. I didn't catch my server's name (the lady with the snake tattoo on her arm ) but she was great. She gave me great recommendations and patiently guided me through the menu. I don't go out for Indian food very often and many of the items on their menu were different than what I've seen at Indian restaurants in California. The chicken ruby was sooooo good! Thank Dishoom for the great food and experience! read more
Everyone said that when we were in London we had to go to Dishoom, so obviously we went to Dishoom. But only one person told me about breakfast!! Game changer. Loved the naan roll, and the keema per eedi was also delicious. read more
2 years ago
Went here while on a work trip. Solo mission. Wait time: long - but they serve drinks & free tea =] Service: Super friendly Drinks: Got the 1948 Sour - loved it Food: Hella good read more
1 year ago
I came with some coworkers for lunch, and they recommended a few different dishes for us to try. I liked the atmosphere, the food, and also the Indian soda (Thums Up)! read more
London is known for excellent Indian food, and Dishoom certainly did not disappoint. You're going to need a reservation though (especially on a weekend night), because we just walked in, and even at 8pm we ended up navigating multiple tiers of waiting before we sat down. Should you be like us and not have a res, you will have the pleasure of waiting in a few different ways. One, you'll wait in a line outside. Someone will give you a time estimate, which will seem doable. This time estimate is...a guess. Once you get to the front of the outside line, you get inside...and get escorted to the bar area where you get to wait some more. However, you can order drinks and apps, and they are very good about walking around and taking orders. You ALMOST feel like you have a table, but not yet. Not everything is available for order here, but definitely enough to start your meal off right. The food is worth every minute of the wait. We really liked the cocktails we started with (if you like a good Old Fashioned, get this one), and the house black daal (a must get), chicken ruby, garlic naan, lamb samosas, and keema pau all had tons of flavor and were all all things I'd order again. Oh, and if you think you're too full for dessert...nonsense. GET THE MANGO. That's all I will say. read more
3 years ago
Went on a Friday afternoon for lunch as a walk-in and waited about 25-30mins for a table. Ordered the house black daal, chicken berry biriyani, chicken ruby & roomali roti which i think was perfect for 2 starving foodies. House black daal-5/5 Was a little confused why this was so revered but i definutely get it now. SUPER creamy & flavorful- although this is a poor comparison it gave cheesy chilli vibes. Absolutely delicious especially with some bread. I feel like on its own its so rich its hard to eat on its own as a side. Chicken biriyani 2.5/5 By no means bad but definitely the weakest of the dishes. It was a good base to have with the daal & chicken ruby sauce because on its own it felt bland & dry. Again nothing wrong but ive definitely had a lot beyger biriyani. Chicken ruby 4/5 People compare it to a chicken tikka masala and i guess it is similar in the most broadest sense- but flavor-wise the ruby i think is far more interesting. Not as creamy and tasted almost fruity? Not spicy heat-wise but definitely spiced. Chicken itself was also super tender Roomali Roti 2/5 Honestly I think this is my fault for not knowing what to expect more than anything. I was expecting something slightly cripsy like a dosa or flakey like a roti canai but it was closer to a thin flour tortilla so it just felt to out of place to me. I also only had with the daal but its so thin it just didn't hold up to densely flavored daal. Definitely not bad but it made me regret not getting the garlic naan :c Overall a great meal to start my trip. Would definitely recommend getting the house daal if you go. And considering there are so many locations throughout london definitely think its worth a stop by if you get a chance. read more
After 16 years, I made my return to London. This time around, I finally was of age! We had a nice cousins dinner here at the Shoreditch location. Reservations were magically tough even a month out, but we squeezed one for 6pm on a Wednesday evening. Having 7 people certainly helped. Now coming here, the temptation is ordering food you know. The key though is ordering what you don't. As in, try what you haven't tried before, especially if you're like me and coming from the US. What we ended up doing is splitting a lot of smaller items amongst our group. These items included the following (along with my thoughts): a) Chili Cheese Toast: This was one of my favorites. Damn good. b) Okra Fries: These are of the thicker variety. Not bad, but not my favorite. I prefer the thinner variety of these that you can find at some restaurants. c) Gunpowder Potatoes: really good too. Haven't seen this in the US, based on my experience. d) Black Daal: The Dishoom Staple. I think you have to get this regardless of whatever you eat; vegetarian or non-vegetarian e) Paneer Roll: This Kati Roll isn't my favorite (Kati Roll Company still wins!), but for what you're paying for you're actually getting a decently size kati roll. It's not bad though. We also ordered several cocktails. I generally don't drink cocktails when eating Indian food, but the ambiance of the restaurant simply required it. I got the Colaba Colada. Don't really order Pina Coladas at all, but the waiter recommended it. Solid choice. With that said, London is known for its Indian cuisine. Truthfully, you can find good choices in the countryside too. Is this the best? Maybe not. But the ambiance makes this place special. read more
Can someone please box up this food, atmosphere, vibe, chai, general overall feeling and just send it to me here? Wow I was blown away and loved eating these leftovers for days. If there is a line, WAIT, it's worth it, plus they serve drinks to you while you wait in line! As part of the waiting in line you eventually end up in the bar where you can order small plates and drinks before you get seated. This was potentially my favorite part. By the time we made it to our table I had eaten so many small plates I ended up taking my food home. But that was worth it too. read more
8 months ago
I'm not sure there's much more to be said about the delicious food, refreshing cocktails and hospitable service... but I have to say there aren't many busy restaurants in London where a single diner is made to feel entirely at home as is the case at Dishoom. Worth the wait, even solo. If they have ripe mango for dessert, make room in your stomach! read more
If you enjoy Indian food, undoubtedly someone will tell you about Dishoom. 3 completely separate sources recommend this place as my family came to visit London. This is a great restaurant blending of Iranian and Indian recipes with really good results. The feel of the place is very trendy and had old world Indian charm. Starters have mainstays like Chat and Chicken Tika. Main course have a blend of Vegi and non-veg options that will give you amazing flavors. Everything pops in your mouth including the garlic naan. Items alone are good but when eaten together will blend harmoniously. We had some chat yogurt with the chicken and Garlic naan that made every flavor enhanced. But the menu is half about food and half about the cocktails. While great tastes, I was not wholly impressed here. They make colorful and details mixing of a variety of alcohols, but they cocktails don't make a high grade. The service was great as the staff made sure we happy through out our meal. My recommendation is you get there early, as they are always having a 30-45 min wait even with such a large restaurant. read more
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