I love Dishoom! I haven't had them in awhile and was super stoked to have them on an Edinburgh visit but then decided on Mamas India Cafe so to say I was overdue is an understatement. We'd missed our dinner booking earlier in the evening at a different restaurant and were close enough by to see Crazy for You. I knew Dishoom stayed open late and called at intermission to find out the latest time we could put in an order with the kitchen. I knew we'd make it if we walked quickly right after theatre ended. We arrived by 2230ish and were seated immediately. We had our order in within minutes and food out in no time. The item I ordered this time that really stood out and I'll say is a must, is the house black daal. Sooooo yummy! Order it. We'd just had a biryani the night before so we went chicken tikka , samosas, rice, cheese naan and some sort of wrap my friend wanted (that you don't need to order), washed it all down with my fav- a Kingfisher. Service was outstanding! It's worth mentioning and I rarely if ever mention price because I don't really care much but their price point is noticeably lower than Brigadiers just a little fyi if that proves useful in your dining planning. Love Dishoom! Very satisfying, so grateful to have made it in for a late night dinner on this visit. Exceptional staff. Highly recommend. read more

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One of the most highly recommended places for our visit to London! Love the ambiance here. Staff was kind and helpful. Drinks were unique and delicious. We ordered a lot of dishes that were all good but I think we ordered things that were too similar to one another so just wish we ordered a bit differently but we overall had a great experience. read more

Highly popular Indian restaurant in London, very crowded and for certain periods in the evening impossible to place a reservation. So we had just arrived from Norway and walked in - and literally within 10 minutes, the guy found us a place, provided a welcome tea and started making recommendations about the dinner options. Many choices available. Everything we chose was absolutely spectacular with such a flavor-rich bouquet in the mouth, the finest texture and appropriate spiciness. We could not resist ordering the respective cookbook which has since provided us with a lot of additional spectacular dinners. read more

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An oldie but still a goodie. We lucked out and got seated immediately even though there are usually lines around the block. Timing is everything. Dishoom did not disappoint. read more

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When my taxi driver dropped me off at Dishoom in Covent Garden, he said to me "I hope you made a reservation". Well I did not have a reservation and the line was crazy long! As I stood outside on my phone, looking for another place nearby to eat, the hostess asked me how many in my group and when I said 1, she told me it would be a 20 minute wait. I was shocked and was determined to have Dishoom since it was highly recommended to me by a friend. I think the wait was closer to 30 minutes and it was freezing outside but the hostess kept coming around offering chai and mint tea to everyone that was waiting. Once I got inside, I was excited because it smelled really good! It is kind of noisy inside so when the waitress came around and made some recommendations to me, I barely heard what she said. I ordered the vegetable samosas to start, that came with 3 different dipping type sauces, all ranging in color and spice level. The samosas were very good and I have no shame in admitting I finished all 3 of them by myself. I also ordered the Chicken Berry Britannia (from their menu: pot of chicken, ginger, garlic, mint, coriander and rice cooked together in the Kacchi style. An homage to Britannia's Chicken Berry Pulao, with cranberries) I also ordered a side of Kachumber (cucumber, onion and tomato in like a Greek yogurt style sauce?) whatever it was made with was so tasty and helped offset a little of the spice from the food. The food itself was not overly spicy but again I only had a few dishes as a solo diner and really wished I could have tried more. I did also order the Dishoom Espresso Martini since I love a good espresso martini and this one did not disappoint! From their menu description: Monsooned Catuai espresso, vivified with Finlandia vodka, chilli liqueur and black walnut bitters. The martini was the finishing touch for me. The perfect drink with a hint of a spicy kick but I enjoyed every sip. I really hope Dishoom takes it global and opens a restaurant in Las Vegas or Los Angeles because I would be there in a second to eat again! A 10/10 experience for me! read more

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Always delicious. Brought a friend who'd never been, he's now a convert. Good place to share a few mains and sides. Get the chai. Don't question it, just get it. read more

I've heard from many of my foodie friends about Dishoom, and had to give it a try while in London. My oh my, is it matching its reputation. The flavors in everything we ordered were just extraordinary. My favorites were probably the chicken ruby and the absolutely delicious freshly baked naan with dips. The only disappointment during the dinner was that they no longer serve the famous Eton mess. That said, the team was the sweetest and brought out a dessert compliment from the chef for the birthday girl at the table. All in all, definitely worth its reputation, definitely worth multiple repeats, and worth the wait in line (it goes quickly, don't be too intimidated by it). read more

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Dishoom is a must try in London! Expect to wait but the staff provides complimentary chai for those in line! Interior is huge and lively. The Ruby chicken and chicken britannia were my favorites! Portions are huge so keep in mind when ordering - pics are from separate visits! read more

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We made breakfast reservations so it wasn't very busy. Staff and ambiance of this location is nice. A lot going on and you know you're in for a good time. Our waitress was very polite and did not rush us from beginning to end. I had the Big Bombay and thought it was delicious. Also, had their traditional chai. I'm not a connoisseur of chai, but I really enjoyed it and bc it was bottomless, I took advantage of it. I can't really say what their lunch/dinner are like, but I'm sure it is fantastic if their breakfast is good. Highly recommend! read more

Dishoom - The Big Bombay - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

I've always wanted to try Dishoom since last year when I heard it from my friend.. that's why I'm so glad I had a quick detour to London! Normally I go for the chicken tikka but I wanted to try their Chicken Ruby which is kind of like a butter chicken but better!! Either pair it with the basmati rice or the naan bread! You can never go wrong with naan. I asked it to be spicy so they gave me a cup of chilies but I didn't really need it because the chicken ruby already had a kick to it. Naan is amazing -- very buttery! And can I say I love the unlimited house chai? They keep it coming with refills! Service is very attentive, they keep filling you up with water and stuff. I'll definitely come back to their dinner service (which I heard the line can be as long as 2 hours) Ambiance is casual and very lively :) they have a ton of tables downstairs and upstairs as well. I'm glad I didn't have to wait at all during lunch. If ever you're in London, make sure you add Dishoom to your pit stop! read more

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Very solid Indian food! The queue starts early, we got there a little before 17:00 and had to wait about 15 minutes for a table for 2. Service was efficient and friendly. It's a very large space, dark and loud. It smells absolutely incredible in the restaurant. Chicken ruby was quite good. The rice was the only thing I didn't enjoy, it was chewy. Allergen-specific menus are available which is very nice and helpful. read more

Dishoom - Chicken ruby, garlic naan, raita - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

The place and service is nice. I came in solo and was seated right away. Didn't have to wait for very long compared to if I went during dinner time. I ordered the bacon and egg naan roll with a side of chiles on the side for some heat. It was delicious. I'm hooked on it and make it a point to stop by for breakfast whenever I'm in London. Try it! You will not regret it. read more

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I found most of the dishes good and one great. My sister said you can't come to London and not eat at Dishoom. People absolutely love it. I can attest that when I told people I ate at Dishoom, they told me it's one of their favorites. Personally, I found everything pretty good, but I don't quite understand the hype. We went to another location first. It was 8:30 p.m. on a Monday and the wait was an hour and twenty minute. I walked 15 minutes to this location and found out the wait was only 15 minutes! My sister ran over. We were seated within 10 minutes. My favorite dish by far was the Murgh Malai. I could cut the chicken with a spoon. That dish was absolutely fantastic. We started with the Dishoom House Chaat, which I also enjoyed. It's unique enough that I would possibly order it again. We got the Tandoori Roti, which I don't think I'd get again. I'm jut not a huge roti fan, but that may just be a me problem. Then we also got the House Black Daal, which I also found just ok, but my sister really enjoyed. Overall it's a good amount of food for the price and our server was very charming. It's a little dark inside, but that lends itself to the ambiance. It's rather large so I'm surprised that others had an hour wait at this location. The open kitchen is fun to watch. It seems like a London institution so I would recommend you come at least once. It's very sold, but it may have been overhyped to me. Or next time I'll try different dishes (other than the chicken). read more

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My mother lives this place. She lives the food. I order my favorite food to share with my mom it was Chicken Tiki Malasa but they call it Chicken Ruby I got to say the rice was so fluffy it felt like air rice The staff were nice but I barley could hear him sue to being so busy and they place us by the stairs. It was heavy traffics and near the service station even more traffic. The mango lassi was divine. I loved the garlic naan & the rice a lot. The chicken Malasa was meh. I didn't care for mor. read more

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The place was really hip and cool, it was packed but we got seated fairly quickly, inside the lights were dimmed and they had soft music, they also offered outdoor seating. Our server was super nice and he was great at suggesting dishes when I was indecisive. The food was very very tasty, the plates also looked very presentable and photogenic. I enjoyed every bite I had, and as for drinks, they also have a large variety, including mocktails for those who want something fun without the alcohol which was a nice little addition. Will deff be coming back again! read more

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History of Present Indulgence: Dishoom came recommended on so many travel blogs and websites and looked like you could get a table without a reservation, just a long queue so we went. Seemed like people really raved about it. Physical Exam: Food - Everything was "very good". I put that in quotes just for emphasis simply because I felt it was underwhelming for all the hype. We ordered their specialties of the House Black Dal and the Chicken Ruby. Black Dal was amazing. Creamy, spicy, and packs in a flavor punch. The Chicken Ruby I didn't think was any better than most Chicken Tikka Masalas I've had in your average Indian restaurant. Like throw a dart at any Indian restaurant on a map, go there, and you'll probably get something similar tasty. So not that it was bad, but it wasn't "house specialty at a restaurant where the line wraps around the bend" good. The Dishoom House Chaat was a fun dish. With the ingredients, it's a mixture of sweet, sour, and savory and might not be for everyone. And I would recommend the Fried Okra as a starter snack for the table. Both the Roomali Roti and Naan were also simply good (kind of annoyed about the almost 5 pounds per piece on them though but I get inflation and whatever). Rice was extra too. Service - This was amazing. Our server was super friendly, explained the menu to us, and kindly gave us recommendations. They served chai and house lemonade to all the guests waiting in line. Service was 10/10. Ambiance - The Iranian/Indian concept is very cool and makes Dishoom stand out from the pack in terms of ambiance/environment. There is so much space in the restaurant and it made for a very vibrant, lively, but comfortable dining experience. There's some outdoor seating that faces the a plaza courtyard/walkway that looked nice as well if you want that option. Assessment/Plan: I'm giving 4 out of 5 overall. Great ambiance and great service. Food if taken in isolation I would give 3 out of 5. In a country where Indian food is a mainstay cuisine and you can find good ones everywhere, I don't get the hype that would cause a 30+ queue to build up for it. Everything was delicious but I also think everything at McDonald's is delicious. Maybe my wife and I had a slight bias after eating a takeaway box from the Gymkhana stall in Harrod's a few days before, which literally blew our minds that it came out of a microwave. But then I think, well if I liked the microwaved takeaway 10000 times more... Not here to yuck anyone's yum that's a Dishoom fan, but I just didn't get it. read more

We were recommended this place by a flight attendant and it did not disappoint. This was our first time here so we tried a few different dishes. Everything was amazing. The service was great. Our server helped us determine how many dishes to get to share. We even opted for dessert. The food was very flavorful but not over spicy. Best Indian food or food I have ever had. A must try. The ambience was nice. Dimly lit and a glass separator from a larger table so it felt like we had our own space and privacy. read more

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Excellent service, the waitress was kind and answered all our questions about the menu. She gave us great recommendations! We ordered the Chicken Ruby (Definitely the highlight of the meal), the Mutton pepper fry, Chili Chicken, and a Mango Lassi. The mutton pepper fry was so tender, and quite spicy, and the chili chicken was flavorful and also had good spice. The Mango Lassi was nice and refreshing to go with the two spicy dishes. While those were both delicious, they were absolutely outshone by the Chicken Ruby, it was definitely our favorite and we would order it again and again! We also got the Garlic Naan to pair with both of the curry dishes, which was perfect. My only minor issue is that we found the price to be a bit high for what we got, but that is to be expected for a place like Dishoom, especially which such great ambiance! read more

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Probably my favorite restaurant in London! My friend brought me here on one of my visits during a work trip. Now I try to come here every time I visit. I've also got a few of my coworkers to try it and they love it just as much as I do! Aside from the food, it's a beautiful restaurant. It's always crowded which says a lot. It looks fancy but the atmosphere is also casual. It's definitely a good vibe. I wish I was there right now!! The wait staff is always great, friendly, helpful and you don't wait forever for your meal to arrive. If you're new they will explain everything to you and offer recommendations. Back to the food, everything I've tried is amazing! The lamb, the chicken, daal, the naan....everything! The dishes are pretty large so it's great to order a few for the table and share. Or eat it all which I did on my last visit. Did I mention how I wish I was there right now? If you're in London and if you're visiting London, do yourself a favor and try this place! read more

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Very nice breakfast surprise. Beans on the Big Bombay were wonderful. Food was very good but a bit under the wonderful reviews I'd read. I can't wait to return for dinner service. Definitely will be back! read more

Dishoom - The Big Bombay - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

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The food is good, with some creative dishes that are hard to find elsewhere, but the menu doesn't always warn as to the actual level of spice. The Kings Cross branch was large and in an attractive location in a pedestrian mall. Despite the size of the place, on a recent Sunday evening it was absolutely packed and very noisy. I did not find it a relaxing experience, but it looked like a fun place to go with a group.​ read more

We liked this take on indian food with a much expanded menu from what is offered in the. is. It's Boliwood themed and has a 1920s retro hip vibe. Servers were awesome. They took time to help us sort through the extensive menu. Ordered bespoke cocktails and starters to begin. Can't really go wrong. For the mains We tried the well reviewed lamb chops which were delish but maybe a bit chewy. We had the velvet chicken too which was delicious as well and was kind of a combo of the Tika and butter sauces back home. Naan bread made to order. yum Pro tip. Go about 5:30 to avoid the long but fast moving Queue(that's a line in the US) Order read more

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Visiting London for the first time and celebrating birthday. The service was incredible and the food was delicious. It was wonderful time and place felt intimate even though it was a busy shift. Been dreaming of the food and wishing there was a place open here in Fort Worth, Texas. read more

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The food here is fantastic. Great vibe. Staff is attentive and friendly. I recommend this place.

This restaurant came highly recommended by many, so we were excited to dine here. However, due to our busy schedule, we could only manage to visit for breakfast. The establishment is fully staffed so we had very attentive service. The decor is bright and airy, supposedly evocative of colonial Mumbai. My vegan cousin was satisfied with her meal of a naan and spiced beans while I had a satisfying sausage and egg naan roll. The chai was a nice accompaniment and constantly filled. My meal was perfectly fine, but I'd love to return for dinner to better experience what makes this place so highly praised. read more

The rave over this restaurant and its multiple locations are worth the hype. As for service, the staff is extremely friendly and quick. They make great recommendations if you ask. As for food - this is top knock Indian. It's not the best I've ever had, but don't let that skew this review, it's amazing. I can't recommend getting a table here enough - splitting a few plates and a drink or two! The thing you can skip is the chocolate chai, nothing crazy. read more

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5+. Loved it. The food was outstanding. Some of the best food I have had. The service was impeccable. I wish we could eat here every day. We would love to try everything on the menu. read more

Absolutely phenomenal! We stopped by for lunch and were seated immediately without reservations. We ordered the house chai, house chaat (potatoes covered with yogurt and vegetables), black daal (curry that's been cooked for 24 hours), and lamb biryani with roti. Out of these, the lamb biryani stuck out immensely given the incredible flavors and presentation (the server rolls away the roti to reveal the biryani underneath with the lamb meat still on the bones). On a hot day, the chaat is very refreshing and we absolutely loved the chai. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful as well so it's a great place to eat and relax after a long day. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in London! A must try while here! Pro tip! There are a few locations in London. They all have different highlighted specials so treat yourself and check out all locations! read more

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Best Indian I've ever had! Loved the black lentils! Monk fish amazing! Service over the top and the ambiance was great sat on a back porch area! The tandoori lamb chops so good!!! Loved London! read more

I had 3 different friends tell me to go to Dishoom when I visit London. Gratefully I went at 8am breakfast w no reservation at Covent Garden location. (1 person) and was seat in 2 mins! My waiter took time to explain their menu for me and was delighted when I asked him for his recommendations. I had the nan roll (?) which is their version of breakfast sandwich. Super yummy and their kids' portion hot cakes, I can't remember its name. The hotcakes were topped with rich yogurt ( no it wasn't weird). The dish actually reminded me of sourdough pancakes, I had somewhere. Not too sweet with fresh finish because of fresh fruit and yogurt. Would have both dishes again and again!! As an American I appreciated their attention to details and freshness. The restaurant was charming and staff friendly. I see why their customers become loyalists. (Please open restaurant in USA/Bay Area.!!!) read more

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I recently visited London and kept hearing that Dishoom was an absolute must. After trying it, I can see why--mostly! **First, the logistics:** We initially attempted to dine at the Knightsbridge location on a Sunday at 9:30 PM but were turned away as both the restaurant and waitlist were at capacity. Lesson learned! The next evening, we headed to the Covent Garden location around the same time, where we were told they accept walk-ins until closing at 11 PM. We waited about 30 minutes for a table for two, which was pretty decent considering the buzz. We liked it so much that we returned on Wednesday at 5:30 PM and waited only 15 minutes. **The food:** On our first visit, we stuck with what we had heard were the classics and were not disappointed. The House Black Daal was incredible--seriously, a 5/5. The Chilli Broccoli Salad was also a surprising hit; it was packed with flavor and definitely worth trying (also 5/5). We washed it down with the Dishoom Margarita which even got my mom's stamp of approval, and she doesn't usually drink! The following day, we recreated a bit of Dishoom magic at breakfast by ordering the Chilli Cheese Toast to-go --another 5/5, and I highly recommend giving it a shot. However, our second visit didn't quite live up to the first. We took our waiter's suggestions and went with the Spicy Lamb Chops and Prawn Pathia. The Lamb Chops, while nicely seasoned, were dry and chewy, only earning a 3/5. The Prawn Pathia was the real letdown--prawns in a bland tomato sauce that just didn't do it for me (2/5). It came with Roomali Roti, and we were advised to get a second one, but it wasn't necessary. The one that came with the curry was buttery and soft, while the extra was dry and hard--skip the extra or ask them to butter it. **Service and atmosphere:** The restaurant is bustling, and the atmosphere is buzzing, which adds to the experience but has some downsides. It tends to be loud inside, so if you're sensitive to sound, I'd suggest asking to be seated outside or downstairs--still loud, but not as much. At times, it was hard to locate our waiter, and the service felt a bit stretched thin. They could turn tables faster if the waitstaff were more available. Also, check your bill--we received the wrong one on our first visit. **Drinks and other notes:** The Passionfruit Sharbat was refreshing, and the House Chai was a comforting end to the meal. I'd rate them 4/5 and 5/5, respectively. **Final thoughts:** Overall, Dishoom lives up to the hype, mainly if you stick with the tried-and-true dishes. The vibe at Covent Garden is lively, and despite some service hiccups, it's a place I'd still recommend checking out--just be prepared for a bit of a wait, keep an eye on your bill, and consider your seating options if you prefer a quieter dining experience. read more

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Hands down the best Indian food in London. Every dish we tried was exceptional, well-balanced, perfectly seasoned, and never overpowered with pungent spices like cumin. atmosphere, and amazing service. If you're in London, I highly recommend this place. read more

Exceptional service and hospitality with exceptional Indian food. The prawns were impeccable, absolutely a must get, as well as the Ruby chicken, which was incredibly tender and perfectly savory. Their one-of-a-kind dessert was also luscious (a delightful combination of perfectly and gently sweetened rice pudding, creme brulee, and blueberry). I suspect the rest of the menu follows the same delectable taste and high quality. Ravi is a gracious and fantastic waiter who made the effort to explain the menu and check in regularly. He has the charisma and confidence suitable for the stage and/or Hollywood. The entire crew from the manager Peter on down exemplifies outstanding teamwork for an obviously busy and well-loved restaurant. Our first dining experience in London (actually all of UK) could not have been better. read more

This place came highly recommended and when I was visiting London of course I had to try it! The wait thankfully wasn't long because we went exactly right when lunch was about to start. We came in pretty hungry so we ordered so much food and the house chai tea. Most of the dishes we ordered were recommended by our waiter but I read other reviews that the okra fries were highly recommended so we had to get those. Oh mannnnn if I wasn't so full I would have wanted another order. These were my favorite item and absolutely DELICIOUS. My mouth is still watering thinking about them. My husband loved the chai tea so much that he got 2 more orders of it!! The restaurant itself was big, well lit, and aesthetically pleasing. I would go back to London just to eat here again! read more

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Excellent Indian food. Super delicious. A little bit on the high side. You should definitely reserve before going.

Love Love Love Dishoom!!! For the menu and variety - authentic and amazing food. Inspired me to take up Indian cooking. read more

We were excited to try Dishoom because of all the hype, but I found the overall experience to be a let down. We got in line at around 8 pm on a Sunday and were pleasantly surprised to be seated within 20 minutes. But the waiting did not stop there, since our food didn't come out for another 45 minutes! Our server was not the friendliest and at times seemed to be avoiding our table. I don't mind waiting for delicious food, but I also found the food itself to be mid and overpriced. - Garlic naan: It tasted fine, but 1 order only comes with 2 small pieces! It looked so silly in the serving tray that I almost thought it was another table's half-eaten naan. Crazy for the price. - Chicken ruby: Their take on butter chicken. This was also fine especially because we were so hungry, but we ran out of naan so quickly we were just eating saucy chicken. I would have appreciated if our server had recommended also getting a side of basmati rice, or perhaps 2 orders of naan. We were hesitant to order rice after the fact because we were not about to wait another 45 minutes for it to come out! - Black daal: Also was fine, but as above, it would have been nice to have more carbs to pair with it. - Chili broccoli salad: This was pretty tasty but portions were oh so small! The ambiance seemed more lively indoors, but white loud, though we were fine with sitting outdoors if it meant a shorter wait time. There are space heaters for the outdoor space, and while it was definitely getting chilly at into the evening, it didn't seem like there was any intention to turn them on (and not a server to be found for us to ask to turn them on!). This is probably a one-and-done for me. read more

Dishoom - Chicken Ruby, Black House Daal, chili broccoli salad, and sad teeny tiny Garlic Naan. - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Yes. There was a line, but would I wait in it again? Absolutely, yes. Dishoom is highly recommended for a reason. Each plate was delicious, fun, and surprising. Excellent control of their spices, delicious dips, and not too heavy. We had the fried okra and the house black daal. First off, the okra had the most addictive seasoning on it. A bit of spice and tang that just made you keep going back in for more. Plus, we got 3 dips that let us explore some great combos. The black daal was so comforting and great to dip the Roti in. The ruby chicken had perfectly tender chicken with a great sauce (we added rice to it to soak everything up). Also, I'm not normally a fan of hot drinks with my meals, but chocolate chai was a huge winner for me. 11/10 experience and can't wait to go back. read more

Greeted outside with a warm chai while waiting in a fast-moving line. Great way to start the experience. Had a lovely late night experience. The place is busy and the service was a little slow, but it was worth the wait. The only thing I would pass on next time is the gunpowder potatoes- the seasonings were tasty but they were dry and that made the overall dish very dry for my liking. Liked the paneer tikka and the chili broccoli salad. Loved the dessert basmati Kheer. My rookie mistake: I ordered still water thinking it was tap water and ended up paying ~ $10 for water. I recommend this place for yummy bites, an intimate feel (though it's quite large), and a staff that definitely tries to please! read more

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