I often find myself disappointed by well recommended restaurants, and with Dishoom being given top spot for Yelp's best 100 restaurants based on people reviews, the expectations were high! It did not disappoint. We sat in the veranda which had amazing decor, giving the feel of street side markets in India. We selected about 9 things between 4 of us, including their signature 'Black Daal' (divine) and an array of grills, and paneer dishes. The flavours were excellent and the meat succulent. The only thing I love more than a great meal, is several great meals in one. We arrived early as you can't book and got a table no problem, but just 20 minutes later (7pm) there was a queue forming and this was a Tuesday night! The street food style of this place makes it different from the standard curry houses, and the waiting staff were excellent and super friendly. They also brought us some amazing passion fruit martini shots as it was my boyfriends birthday, and a free desert! When can I come back? read more

Nice restaurant on the very busy Brick Rd. As other reviewers have said, if you are dining in this area, it pays to check first and go to a specific place instead of relying on the barkers :) The service was attentive on a busy Friday night and there was a nice selection. The pappadum came with some very nice chutneys, and they had a wide range of starters too. Nice options for both veg and non-veg. read more

I haven't yet had a meal here, but went to their bar on a weekend. Great drink menu with exciting selection. Had a few nibbles which were good. Costly all around but can be worth it for the atmosphere. I'd love to go back for dinner and the place smelled amazing! read more

During my trip to London, my friend took me to this place really raving about it. I don't enjoy eating Indian food outside very much because it's usually the same everywhere. But this place was pretty exceptional! We went for dinner time, the line was very long and started from outside the building. Probably waited about 45 minutes to an hour in total. I got a beer from across the street to keep myself occupied while waiting. When you get a little closer to the entrance they offer you some small drinks- and brandy and juice (or lemonadeI forgot what). Once inside (which I had to chug my beer bc they wouldn't let me bring it in, but it's okay because the guy was a good sport about it), you wait more but you can order drinks. Their chai is phenomenal! I got the Bombay Pimms bc I thought it would be fun to try the whole East meets West thing. Anyways, that was good too! Surprisingly strong bc I remember feeling buzzed by the time I was done... It's pretty dark inside and feels fancy like classic and rich. You would take someone on a date here to really impress them. Where we were seated, we could see them making all the naan, that was exciting for me. My friends and I (4 of us total) ordered probably 6 to 7 dishes and were stuffed after. I freaking adored the paneer naan. Yes you heard me...whatever chicken we ordered was my favorite as well. I found the shrimp to be too spicy for me (but I don't usually do very spicy). Definitely glad we went here, we had a great meal and were able to just walk to nearby bars to enjoy the rest of our night in Shoreditch! read more

supaaah late review. Mind you, this is from a few err..months back. It was for the UYE unconventional breakfast series. The second one featuring indian style breakfast. Thanks Katie B for organising it! I get it, it's sunday morning and the wait staff just don't want to deal with a massive party. They've probably had really rough nights, but not even a smile? A fake screwed on one? No? okay. The food wasn't great. I loved the flavour of my chai chocolate but, it actually arrived lukewarm. Is that supposed to be a thing? I don't get it. The sausage naan roll was okay, it wasn't stellar and it needed alot of the asian style jam/chutney to make it easier to eat! I just didn't warm up to you Dishoom (pun unintended), it wasn't exciting enough, for an unconventional breakfast. read more

If you want amazing Indian food in the best setting possible look no further. Probably also the best restaurant chain in London. Don't be put off by long waits in line; it's totally worth it. The Ruby Curry and Black Dahl are especially excellent. read more

Okay, whether you are a local or just visiting this place is an absolute MUST if you like Indian food. There are places that have great food but so-so ambiance. Or the service is outstanding but location isn't that great. This place has it all. Including collapsible high chairs (the type that just hook onto the table - why don't more places have these?) and, get this, etch-a-sketch boards for the kiddos! How fricken cool is that? The restaurant is enormous. Two stories and a beautiful, peaceful looking patio out front. Dark wood and décor give a warm vibe to the place. And located in Shortditch, it's set in a cool neighborhood with lots of cool, funky shops. Plus, it's reasonable prices for excellent fare with wonderful service. Doesn't get much better than that. Now for the food and drink. The Chai tea drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options) were so tasty and perfect for a cold day. We enjoyed the most amazing Okra Fries, Mahi Tikka, Sheekh Kabab Lamb, and House Black Daal with naan. If you don't order anything else, the fries and the daal are a must. My husband usually doesn't care for daal and he was scooping every last morsel up in this dish! So Mahi in Bombay can be any kind of fish. This one happens to be a basa fillet and it is cooked to buttery perfection. The lamb, with the lime and spices was straight up delicious. The bonus to the menu is that it's all tapas style. I'm all about small dishes so you can try a number of things. So for our party of 6 adults, it worked out well to just have each couple order dishes to share rather than trying to find a few things for the whole table. I'm a little sad that I live across the pond from this incredible place but I will definitely be back the next time we visit! read more

London's tidal wave of shabby chic, cultural-niche themed restaurants seems unstoppable. I'd classify Dishoom in this category. My rating is based on a dinner for 5 around 8pm on a Monday. Pros * Really tasty, freshly made inventive recipes. Big flavours and variety of textures. * Good, original cocktail selection * Well executed décor giving a believable ambiance to the facade. Cons * Staff seem employed for looks rather than ability/competence (more on that later, I appreciate that this seems to be the modus operandi of most of the East End these days) * Portions don't match the price - the 'leg of lamb' was £21 and is meant for 2 sharing, yet it's just a decent serving for 1. Our waiter claimed only 1 person has finished it themselves before - seems unlikely chief. It also is a pile of shredded meat 'next to' an alarmingly bare looking bone - no visible signs that ever the twain had met. * Side dishes are significantly overpriced - £5 for coleslaw or Okra chips... I know the recession hit hard, but carrots, cabbage, mayo and pomegranate haven't gone through the roof just yet. * The place is huge, so there is often a delay in ordering drinks. Our food came quite quickly but we waited 45 minutes for cocktails at one point. The overall experience was pretty good, really enjoyed the food, though it is definitely overpriced. The cocktails tasted great, especially the Badam Alexander and the 1850 Julep - both with plenty of booze. Our waiter was amiable yet slightly incompetent. A common pairing. If you're going to wear a novelty santa hat you need to back your look up with unerring professionalism, otherwise you just seem a bit of a clown. And if you fail to clear glasses and food away until 30 minutes after the meal, fail to submit a drinks order completely and don't give change even after the 12.5% discretionary gratuity has been included and paid for, then I'm afraid you're not ready for maitre' d just yet. I'd go back for a light early evening dinner and one cocktail, keep it short and simple and be able to leave without clutching your wallet in alarm. read more

Unbelievable! Best Indian food I've ever had. So many great options and very cool atmosphere. Had a bit of a wait but was totally worth it! Still dreaming of the meal and it's been almost 3 weeks since my visit. read more

The best curry I have ever had. I'm visiting from America and I just wish I can take it come with me. The decor makes you feel at home. I wish I could order 500 chicken ruby dishes. If I ever go back to England, Dishoom will be one of my priorities:) read more

Dishooms food was amazing! Really enjoyed it. It was really busy with an hours wait time. Waited at the bar which was tiny and stuffed with people so took a while to get served. Food was worth the wait but they shouldn't let as many people in to wait at the bar. Wasn't pleasant getting banged into every 2 minutes. Staff were nice and attentive. read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

A place serving superb Indian cuisine, evocative of past traditions. Maintaining the integrity in what they do, Honouring traditions.

Going to London, I was super excited to eat good Indian food. I asked a friend who recently traveled to London where to go and she immediately recommended Dishoom. The restaurant itself is beautiful and in a really great area of London. We originally wanted lunch but we got there during brunch time so we ordered a couple breakfast items and then waited till lunch to order more. For breakfast we ordered the bacon and egg naan roll. It came with this delicious chutney-type sauce that was excellent. It was a really, really awesome dish. The lunch items we got were also delicious!! Best Indian food I've ever had. read more

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This is my third time coming to this Dishoom location, as I make it my priority to visit any time I am in London because the food is AMAZING, but the reason I'm giving it 3 stars instead of the 5 it had in my heart before is because of an experience I had on April 20th. My boyfriend and I arrived around 8:30pm to the restaurant knowing it would most likely be a long wait because of how popular the restaurant is and the time of day, but this was his first time in London and I was determined to have him try one of the best restaurants in the city. We wait for about an hour but we're offered complimentary drinks and able to look at the menu beforehand, so we had no issue with that. This is where things went left. When we finally were seated, our waiter asked if we'd been there before and after he hurriedly explained the menu it took him another 20 minutes to take our order (after we flagged him down of course). After we received our food from another waiter we did not see our waiter for the duration of our meal. No refills, no asking if the meal was good and everything was to our liking, nothing. He constantly checked on his other 2 tables and laughed it up with his co-workers. He even reached over our table to give his co-worker a receipt but didn't address us at all. It wasn't until we asked another waiter to get a manager so we could explain the situation. that he finally came to the table, but this time...only to clear our plates. He still said nothing. The manager had to check us out and offered a free dessert for the problem, but it was not about a free dessert, as we declined. It was about the blatant disrespect and overt dislike for people of color from this waiter that we wanted to bring to the manager of the establishment. It's an Indian restaurant for goodness sake. Do not hire people who clearly are not willing to serve everyone. read more

Best Indian I've ever had. The menu had a little bit of everything...the spicy lamb chops were dynamite, but surprisingly, the calamari and okra fries stole the show! The staff were super friendly, and out waitress offered up a great, inexpensive wine recommendation. read more

Great cocktails, lively vibe, great outdoor seating, amazing chili cheese bread, lamb, chicken masala and more. Everything we ordered just hit the spot, alongside the music and drinks! read more

Pretty decent food. Pity about the 1hour+ wait. But as with everything in London, supply and demand.

This was the best Indian food I have ever had. Too bad I had to go all the way to London for it:). Go early or late to avoid the long wait. It's worth it if you have to wait though:). read more

Fair warning to those who go to Indian restaurants for some heat. It's not even close to packing a punch. I've heard great things but didn't seem to have ordered the right things. I had a chicken tikka wrap which served to be a reasonable lunch portion but definitely felt like I was still eating on the light side. It almost felt like eating a spring roll. I asked for extra chili pepper and mixed that in with the sweet tomato jam sauce and raised the spice level to my taste. I guess it turned out alright. So if you want a hip place (think Bill's brunch but for Indian food?) and don't need your food to be particularly interesting, it's great ambiance. Again, not worth the price for the food, but for the ambiance. read more

What a lovely spot with interesting food. It's not quite Indian - but rather, it's a Persian take on Indian - so you will get some distinctively non-Indian variations on otherwise Indiany food - like cole slaw or raw vegetables (there will probably never be raw veggies in any typical Indian dish!), or use of spices that you don't typically find in Indian cooking. On the other hand, some of the food does not seem all that different from traditional Indian - like the signature black daal. The setting is fantastic - there's this amazing convertible outdoor area, with either table seats or low seating with somewhat overly soft chairs. I love the photos hanging and the distressed wood. The roof looks like it peels back for the rare sunny day - which it was on my visit. The menu has loads of choices, and though the server recommended 3 dishes per person, I think that's actually much. Loads of veg options, and plenty of delicious meaty ones too, including their signature lamb dish - which comes in either a whole leg (or was it rack?) for sharing or the bun for one (which really is a lot of food and could serve as a real entree for one). Even though we over-ordered, the bill came out to just slightly over 20 pounds per person - which is not bad for our delicious bounty (by London standards - I am not from here and finding all food quite pricey here). Service is also lovely. When my friend spilled his juice, he actually got a complimentary refill (and napkins and a rag right away). And remember - this is not meant to be an Indian restaurant! The staff are quick to correct you on that if they notice you making that mistake - and there is a section on the menu that explains this concept. read more

Really good food very tasty and the service is amazing! I went there with an amazing yelp friend and we had a great time in there, I'll go back to try more and try to get the "garden"seat they look fantastic! read more

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Exceptionally good modern Indian restaurant. Only negative was the long wait (odd for a Wed night) - although, this is a sign of how popular this place is. Waited about an hour for a seat. They have, however, cracked the mystery of how to provide great customer service in a busy restaurant. From the complimentary chai shots served to those waiting in line to the knowledgable bar and table staff who seemed genuinely passionate about their roles, this is really a stand out place. They also have lots of vegetarian options and you can have a good meal for two plus drinks for around £35. Check it out. read more

Nice food in a unique space, especially pleasant when you're sitting in the "garden" area (glass house of tables at the front of the space with plenty of light streaming through a retractable roof, which they close when the chill of night settles in, or if it begins to rain). The food is a different from what you'd find at a curry house (and curries are only a very small part of the menu - think more grilled sauteed or tandoori type of dishes). It's ordered like small plates - choose 2-3 per person and go to town on the array. The meats can be hit or miss, some were super tender and falling off the bone, others were dry and chewy. However, every dish was extremely flavorful, lots of kick with the heat and heavy on the spices than most. They go similarly extreme on the cream and butter factor, but in the end with small plates this is a good thing... At such concentrations of flavor, a little goes a long way! read more

I looove love love love love Dishoom!!! drinks check! food check! service check! I am a fan! The Okra fries superb! loved the mix of Chutneys. I had the chicken ruby which was a fabulous curry. I took some left over home to my husband who is Indian. He loved it and now wants to go with me next time! The only thing I would recommend to Dishoom is to put more curries on their menus as there are only two curries. Everything else is more dry style think grilled or Biryani (rice pots). I am not a fan of Biryanis I find them to dry. Chaijito was very yummy which is an indian take on a mojitos with mint, coriander, chair syrup, ginger and lime. read more

Last Sunday a friend and I went to Columbia road flower market. We were up and out early doors to make the most of the sunshine and were planning to get breakfast there as I've seen some reviews saying there are some great cafes. I didn't spot anything I fancied (did have a great freshly squeezed juice!) and knew dishoom was nearby so we wandered back that way hoping there would be a table. I've been to dishoom before - twice in Leicester Square and once in Shoreditch and allll for dinner - boy can I recommend the paneer curry, their rotis and naans and to finish of a kulfi! But I really love the Shoreditch branch and have been dying to come for breakfast It was actually quite empty on a Sunday at 11 but I guess as they don't take bookings that could be why? Also the place is massive with lots of seating upstairs and down. My fav part though is they have a conservatory type area with sofas where they open the roof when it's sunny. This area was pretty busy but i was desperate to sit out there so we waited ten minutes for another couple to leave! Right now for the food - wow! I can't wait to go back already. I was lucky my friend agreed to get a few things and share everything. So I started off insisting we got the famous naan roll (I've seen it in so many mags and websites featured as one of the best brunch/ breakfast items), my friend chose the granola and then we decided to get the maksa bun to go with the chai we had ordered. What we didn't realise is that the maksa came with a chai. This came first so we were happily dipping the toasted buttery bread in chai while waiting for the rest. Would recommend but won't be getting again - just a one time thing for me! Wow was the naan good! Cream cheese, crispy bacon and chilli jam in one of their delish naans served warm obvs. I'll def be getting this again and I also saw someone else with a sausage and egg naan which looked really good! We finished on the home made granola which was full of tasty nuts with their vanilla yoghurt and fresh fruit. Lovely way to finish and utterly stuffed! This is a definite recommend for both dinner and breakfast and I can't wait to come again! I want my bf to have the big bombay so I can try it all and also fancy the look of the Akuri (scrambled eggs) with a side of masala beans! read more

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Sure I waited half an hour in line on a Wednesday afternoon, but I had starters on my table within a few minutes. Wonderful food. One of my favorites, mateer paneer, exceptionally nice. read more

A little torn between a 4 and a 5 for this one! The thing is, the great dishes Dishoom serves are GREAT, but as a pescetarian, my options are a bit more limited. I've particularly loved the black daal, the bowl of greens, the naan, and the matar paneer (paneer curry, basically), with the matar paneer being one of my favourite dishes in all of London. The cocktails are always interesting, and the beer selection is pretty good. The atmosphere is great, and the staff are always lovely and friendly. It's the starters that let the restaurant down a bit. I didn't really like the calamari or the samosas, among others. I thought it was great that the desserts are more interesting, but it can veer to the too strange spectrum. All that said, I always recommend Dishoom to visitors and residents of London alike. Worth at least a couple of visits! read more

If you want to eat indian food in London, this might be the place to do it. Its got a hip atmosphere, authentic flavors, friendly service and great food. The chai I had was good, not extra warm as I had requested :-( I had the a chicken tikka dish, their pao bhaji, both were very authentic and tasty. read more

Dishoom should be a must-go list for those that like Indian. Though expect a wait. We discovered it at 9pm on a Friday after touring Brick Lane, and the place was packed. Were told it would be about an hour wait. But, they have a very efficient system to handle the masses. We were given a beeper to alert us when our table was ready and directed to the bar. While queuing for the beeper they offered complimentary port and lemonade. The bar was making up wonderful concoctions and they offered us free okra fries and prawn crackers to pass the time. (Even if they don't offer the fries to you when you go - you should order these - spicy and good!) Atmosphere is warm with a moder asian flair divided into several different rooms to give wherever you sit a greater sense of intimacy. There's a downstairs dining room as well, but I'd shoot for the main floor if you can get it. Food: Exceptionally good. Just the right amount of spice. Shared the "Bowl of greens", a chicken curry, rice and samosa. All were fabulous - and totally a great value. Bottom Line: Great food, great service, great value and great atmosphere. Now, if it was just a better kept secret so the wait wasn't so long to get in. read more

One of my favourites to visit when in London and in need of good Indian flavours. The menu is more street food than curries but everything has such great spices that you can't complain. Like others have said, I would eat there every day if I could! To avoid the queues I suggest getting there right on 5:30 and choose a weeknight it's only slightly less busy. read more

What can I say? Fantastic food! Went here for Brunch with during my trip in London. BEST MEAL in London. We ordered the (bottomless) porridge Omelette Fried Chicken Liver Coffee!!! Everything came out wonderful especially the chicken liver! The waiter was extremely attentive and asked about our trip. On top of my recommendation list for my friends who's ever considering visiting London! Will be back for sure, if i'm in London. read more

Dishoom, literally a stones' throw away from my office in Shoreditch, had long since been a haunt of ours for after work drinks. Somehow over the last year or so, our post-office sessions had taken us to a pub down the road, but I think that had more to do with the arrival of new faces, replacing our favourites who went on to open the new Kings Cross site or moved on to new adventures. That said, the guys are still friendly and all is well, but there is just something that is always welcoming about people recognising you, knowing your tipple of choice, having a bit of banter and showing their appreciation for your interest in their passion for making cocktails. Recently, I re-kindled my affair with Dishoom, not just once, but twice in a 5 day period. A catch up with an old friend brought us here for dinner and we were not disappointed. Now, we had wanted a quiet one, so debated going here because it can be quite loud with the music and people packing out the bar. My recommendation is that you do not let this put you off, as the terrace area provides the calm if you are not up for the chaos. This was to be a night of feasts, so we ordered a selection of small plates including chilli cheese toast (cheddar), okra fries (fried, well-seasoned and a great snack) and calamari (tiny tender calamari, but no skimping on the portion size). For my main, it was Masala prawns, served slightly charred with a side of lime. Meaty and tasty. I also had some cheesy nan on the side. Valentina had the Lamb Raan bun which is slow cooked pulled lamb on sourdough bread with a side of Dishoom slaw, sali crisp chips and fried green chillies. The lamb was so delicate, so there is no doubt that this is produced slowly. The combination of all these bits piled individually on the wooden serving board, complement each other so well. Be wary of the green chillies, they are spicy! My overall advice would be to also take a raita if you are opting for non-sauce based dishes, otherwise it will be quite a dry meal. For drinks, we started with a refreshing prosecco, followed by a Sicilian white for me (Parva res Catarratto) and a full bodied red from Puglia for Valentina who is Sicilian (Terre di Montelusa Primitivo). Complimentary water is provided which is a great touch. Dishoom has four sites now, in great locations. What I like is that each has their own specials, this helps retain individuality. There is no chance that this will become some boring chain as the food has bags of personality, the concept is sexy and it has what all restaurateurs covet, a team of good solid folk working there. read more

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Loved the decor, service and overall setup of the place. Had to wait for about an hour to get in - understandable given the popularity of the place. We ordered the Chicken Ruby, Chicken Tikka, Spicy Lamb Chops, Black House Daal and Garlic Naan. Loved the Chicken Ruby and Lamp Chops, though portions were a bit small. Found the Daal on the ok side - not exactly worthy of the hype. Overall a positive experience. read more

Dishoom - Dishoom - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Paneer tikka on point tho And that mango lassi lemme not start The ambiance and staff were really nice and then neighborhood was cool AF read more

This place was recommended numerous times and it did not disappoint. I was pleased to see a location just down the road from where I was staying. Jet Lag was hitting so I needed caffeine and I have to say, the Cappuccino was phenomenal! I took one to go. I had the Chicken Ruby with Garlic Naan. The chicken pulled apart and the naan was the perfect dipping pair. read more

Dishoom - Garlic Naan, Chicken Ruby, Cappuccino - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

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One of my favourite authentic Indian restaurants in the city, I've been a number of times and never had a bad meal. 100% would recommend!!

Had a very good martini at the bar to start. Four stars for the food leaning towards five. Really really good pau bhaji, awesome masala prawns, lamb biryani, and garlic naan. Our server was ok, but definitely distracted at times. I can see how a busier time could cause problems as the servers seemed to lose interest in existing tables. The little spiel at the beginning about these are tapas and you should order 4 or 5 dishes for two people is a joke as three and naan is a pretty good amount of food. Liked the atmosphere and music, very chill and inviting. Will definitely return. read more

I absolutely loved the bacon naan during breakfast! I ended staying for awhile and so I also ordered from the lunch menu. I ate the black daal and it was delightful! The bacon naan was good, the daal was amazing! You should definitely come for lunch or dinner. This place lives up to the hype! read more

Shoreditch Dishoom is actually a little bit cooler, bigger and for some reason I like it better than Covent Garden (maybe cause it's less rushed and crammed all the time). Normally I wouldn't copy paste a review for another but below is my review for the Dishoom in Covent Garden, which still applies to Shoreditch's one :) Bear out the wait! It's never as long as they say, and worth it for the free chai (dirty if you are lucky). If there is a place in Central London I like to eat in more, I haven't found it. Having loved and lived in Mumbaj it makes me nostalgic for lunch and dinner dates in Cafe Britannia and other Parsi cafés. If you or members of your group aren't used to eating Indian food, this is a great introduction with something for everyone. I've brought family, friends, and dates. Kick it off with a cocktail, all are good, but I especially recommend an off the menu item called the 'Dhoble' (Dub-lay; named after Mumbai's infamous Polic Commissioner)- just ask them to ask the bar staff. I'm a big fan of the pau bhaji/bhel/vada pau for starters. Highly recommend the Biryani or Bhoti kabobs for mains. No order will be complete without the house Black Daal (my Keralan GF adores it). Remember it's easier and cheaper to share- most dishes can serve two. Mop it all up with a roomali roti (handkerchief roti- ask to see them make it, it's epic). Truthfully dessert isn't as strong as the rest. Go for the kulfi on a stick. Chai is too small a portion in my opinion, coffee is fine but not done in traditional pulled fashion. Just grab cocktail 2 or 3 instead :) I'd be surprised if it comes to more than £30pp :) read more

Good food and great service. Well worth a visit. The staff go above and beyond. There were a couple of issues when we went but I e-mailed after our visit and all problems were resolved straight away. Reasonably priced too. The interior has an industrial theme and I fell in love with the toilets. Recommend! read more