If you are Indian away from home, dont think - go for it! This is one place which serves authentic Indian food the way its suppose to be. Been one year in London and I havent found any other Indian cuisine place coming anywhere close to Dishoom. Would recommend Murg malai, pao bhaji...Loved it! P.S. - If you are going by google maps on your phone (I did), the actual place is 50 metres ahead from where its post code says. read more

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

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

Super fun and flavorful modern Indian place. Definitely come early as lines are long and they don't take reservations. We sat on the patio on a beautiful summer evening and enjoyed a huge range of dishes to share. Cocktails are also creative and refreshing. I can understand why Dishoom locations are so popular! 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

Stumbled on this gem by accident and it was a real treat! As soon as we turned the corner we could tell we were in the right place by the aroma in the air. Dont be discouraged by the lines, grab a drink, socialize with friendly gathering of people in bar area and prepare for an epic taste experience! 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

Been to the restaurant, food was great , left with unsatisfied stomach pain !!! Very low portions for the money , very costly for 3 items on the menu ! LEFT HUNGRY AND UNHAPPY , as a chef and previous restaurant owner u feel like u don't get ur money worth at all with the small bird size dishes read more

The best Dishoom. Take the chicken ruby and order it with basmatic rice. All the lens was delicious read more

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This was my favorite place to eat after 5 days in London. The food is extremely tasty and the overall establishment is very cool. Even brought our daughter and she had a great time. read more

We waiting 1:20 and it was worth it. Super organized and attentive through the wait process. Spent most of it at the bar. Reasonable wine selection. Great cocktail selection. Great food for the money. Black Dal was amazing. Must try. Chicken Ruby and Lamb Raan were excellent. Go now! read more

It lived up to and somehow surpassed the hype around it. My friend and I went back again and over the two visits had the lamb biryani, chicken ruby, bhel puri, chai, cardamom rose lassi, and two of the desserts. Everything was stunning. My friend grew up in India and was raving about how amazing everything was and how it felt authentic. Do not leave London without coming here! Also the Shoreditch location's patio is so lovely and relaxing. I'm so infatuated with this location that I kind of don't care to see the rest. read more

Can not recommend enough!! Went here on the only night I didn't have a reservation somewhere during my trip to London because saw recommendations for it all over. This place definitely lived up to its expectations. You will wait, however, it will likely be shorter than they tell you, and they make great cocktails there, so it's a good chance to grab a couple at the bar. read more

Got the chicken ruby and the black daal with garlic naan. Both were excellent. My only complaint is that the chai was pretty sweet but apparently that differs with each batch. read more

Chicken Ruby! With garlic naan!!! If you eat no other dish before you die, you must have the chicken ruby at Dishoom. It's been 3 weeks since I was in London and I'm still dreaming about it. Go at lunch; there's less of, or no, wait. We went after several recommendations and then went again the very next day. If that hadn't been our last day, we'd have gone again the next. Absolutely, astoundingly delicious. I love Indian food, eat it all the time, and Dishoom delivers! Incredible. 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

Dishoom is BEYOND five stars. Be prepared to wait in line if you don't have reservations. The wait is CRAZY long and you have to stand in a line outside. No texting you to come back later. However, the 1 1/2 hr wait time was the best I have ever experienced. Someone was always coming by with shots of free hot teas or sherry. The line outside moves along well. Once inside, it was another 45 minutes in the bar area. We ordered starters and drinks. Once we sat down the only negative part of our experience was our grouchy server. Maybe her boyfriend just broke up with her? Man was she crabby. We made it our goal to try and get her to smile. NOTHING!!! The ambiance inside is great. They have an upstairs and downstairs area (toilets are downstairs!). The place specializes in sharing small plates. I was enjoying the food so much, I forgot to take pictures!!! That doesn't happen often. Everything here was spot on stellar. The dishes were full of incredible flavors. That's why even the crabby server couldn't even put a dent into a five-star + expereince. 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

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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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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DELICIOUS and worth the wait! Came here on a Sunday night around 7PM and waited about 1.5 hrs for a 2 person table inside. The wait isn't so bad - they bring out tasty cups of hot chai and sherry wine to everyone standing in line, then once you reach the front of the restaurant they give you a buzzer and let you order drinks and snacks at the bar until your table is ready. There is a very cute patio with seating, but it seemed like you needed to specify if you wanted to sit out there and/or wait even longer for those tables. For 2 people we ordered 4 dishes with garlic naan and everything was better than any Indian food I've eaten before, although they are not the dishes you'd expect to see at a more casual Indian food place (they're better). 4 dishes with naan (and no rice) was more than enough food for 2 people. The Keema Pau was really tasty - spicy minced lamb with peas and onions that you eat with soft buttery dinner rolls. Then we had the Chicken Ruby Curry - I liked this better than my old standby favorite, Butter Chicken. The curry had a lot of spices in it and they all worked great together. The House Black Daal was my favorite thing that we ordered. It came in a delicious creamy tomato-y sauce. We also had the bowl of greens to get some vegetables in, which was good and interestingly flavored. We had a Bhang Lassi (non-alcoholic) for dessert. This was amazing! The yogurt drink was thinner than I've had at other places, which I preferred, and it came with candied fennel - the whole thing tasted like a candy milkshake (but not too sweet) and was delicious. The service was great and fast, and I especially loved the decor and the way that the menu explained what the restaurant is all about and how they're trying to recreate the feeling of an old Bombay Cafe in London. It's great to eat at a place that not only serves amazing food but also puts a lot of effort into giving the place a great overall aura and awareness of the culture and history of the place you're eating in. Highly recommend, don't let the wait discourage you! read more

Sooooo good. The flavors were rich, layered, and complex. Everything we ordered was delicious. The staff was incredibly attendant and helpful. Highly recommend! 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

TL/DR: 9/10 - gotta try it. The Dhishoom experience: the restaurant defines Dhishoom as a Hindi word for mojo - suggesting that if Austin Powers were a Bollywood character, he would have lost his Dhishoom. I don't necessarily agree with that - my earliest recollection of Dhishoom is when watching Hindi movies in the 80s whenever the hero would be beating up the villain(s) - he would verbally say Dhishoom everytime he would punch them - anyway that is not the point of this post... When we arrived at the place at around 7:50, we were told it was an hour and a half wait for a table though we could get into the bar in much lesser time (kids allowed in the bar area), where we could order snacks while we waited. Took about 20 mins to get to the bar and we ordered samosas, crisps, vada pav, and bhel. The vada pav, crisps, and bhel were truly amazing (samosas were ok)... Getting a table took another hour... Next we ordered seekh kebab, roomali roti, and kali dal along with some pistachio kulfi (on a stick)... Seekh kebabs with roomali roti were possibly the best I have eaten in quite some time... Also looking around us choley-poori seemed to be a very popular Veg option with people who seemed to know what they were doing... Finally the ambience of the place was memorable with a smattering of Hindi phrases on the walls, 70s-80s Bollywood music blaring (but lightly audible with the loud din of folks inside), and the toilets truly reminded of India (high level cisterns with a chain link flush) ... Overall 9/10 (right around where the 5k+ ratings for this restaurant are at). Enjoy it if you are in London... Tips: the restaurant won't take 'take-out' orders after 5 pm, they serve tea and lemonade while you are waiting (I would recommend the tea), if you form a group of 6 or more - you can dial in a reservation and skip the wait altogether! read more

I love Indian food and I had no idea that Chicken Tikka Masala originated in London. When I found out I knew I had to try Indian next time I was in London. This place is in Shoreditch which is a foodies heaven! It is a bit hidden but very charming inside and not what you expect, it's a pretty big place. The waiters tell you to order 3-4 dishes per person but my husband and I don't eat huge meals in one place so that we can eat an hour or two at another place. Also we saw a girl next two us finishing her meal and she ordered 3 dishes but had a lot left over. We ordered 4 for the both of us and we were full by then end. Everything we tried was delicious! read more

This is my favorite Indian food restaurant ever. The decor of the place is an eye delight, inspired by the Iranian cafes of the past. The aromas and the drinks while you wait almost make it bearable for the (likely) hours you'll have to wait. There's no calling ahead or reservations for groups smaller than 6. You get a pager, but it doesn't allow you to leave the premises, and there's loads to see in Shoreditch around there. I would recommend a phone-in system. This would make customers a little less annoyed by the process of sitting down. We stayed at the Ace Hotel next door, which has a lovely lobby that would have been perfect to wait in. But once you sit, you tend to forget the struggle it was to get there. Try the Black Dhaal, it might change your life. read more

Exceptional food. Love going there, it's definitely worth waiting, always enjoy the drinks at the bar and when you get seated the food is really fabulous 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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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

I've now been here twice and both times it was awesome and surprisingly affordable. Highly recommend the house dahl, lamb chops, and chicken tikka. Get ready for a long wait if you're going on a weekend night, however! 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

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