LOVE this spot! I tried going to the Kings Cross location twice after work and both times, there was a line so I didn't wait. I went to this location once too and there was also a line so I didn't wait. I then finally went online to make a reservation, and the only available reservations were around 4:30PM/5PM, which is usually too early for me except for the day I went! I made a reservation for 5:15PM and I think I got there a bit early, probably around 5PM. I was seated immediately and there was no line yet, but while I was there, the line outside grew and grew. So happy I made a reservation! Anyway, the food. I was given a quick rundown of the menu and recommendations without asking for them, and I ended up getting: - mango & fennel lassi: I've had mango lassis before but never with fennel seeds (although to be honest, I don't think the fennel seeds added anything). - pau bhaji which is mashed vegetables with bread: A bit light on the flavor for the vegetables but the bread was perfectly toasted, soft inside and crunchy outside. - tila foi which is fish wrapped in a banana leaf: The fish was a tad spicy but super flavorful, and I enjoyed the pink yogurt that came on the side with it. - garlic naan: The naan was a bit flat for my taste, not chewy, and very oily - that was probably my least favorite item from everything I ordered. - basmati kheer: This almost looked like a creme brulee with a caramelized, burnt top, and underneath it was rice pudding. Not too sweet which I appreciated, and the blueberry compote on top was delicious, wish there was more of it. Everything was super flavorful and unique! I really enjoyed the food here. Service was quite good too although I had to ask for utensils; my server looked confused that I didn't have any. Food was pretty pricey although I did order a lot, came out to be around 45 GBP. Would highly recommend, but definitely make a reservation! There's also pretty good wifi here. read more

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Great food & vibes! Love coming to receive the friendly service too :) Would recommend to friends and family.

Hundreds of happy customers come through every hour. Don't let the outdoor queue scare you off as it did me last night but I came back for lunch today and the line, albeit the length of the restaurant, only took 20 minutes or less. All the employees were very courteous and pleasant. The chicken ruby was just amazing and very complex. There was not a drop left. The paneer tikka is probably meant to be shared and was a bit underwhelming. We got a downstairs table near the bar and dishwasher so it was terribly noisy with all the silverware. But, it was also indicative just how popular this place is. read more

Delicious meal, a touch expensive but very worth it. The staff was incredibly attentive, very friendly. Service was fast, food was delicious. I hope to go back! read more

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Maybe the best Indian restaurant I've eaten at, anywhere in the world. The service was good, the waitresses explained everything on the menu, and even helped me find something not too spicy. Great food and reasonable prices for London. read more

There was a wait but they are efficient and make it not feel as long by allowing you to stand at the bar until your table is ready. If you have to wait in line they offer a lemonade. Food was great and the service is great. Went to Dishoom in London and then again in Edinburgh. read more

You already know there's no way you can go wrong with Dishoom. This one is a nice buzzy space with intimately dim lighting, it'll often have a line but they do have space for people to grab drinks first before a table opens up. Daal + naan especially yummy! read more

The first Indian food I ever had was in London. The place was called Top Curry Centre. Sadly the place was shuttered just this past year due to the pandemic. I asked the hotel concierge who recommended Dishoom and now I know why. It's good I came for lunch because the lines around the block for dinner were outrageous. For lunch I was seated promptly to the lower level near the open kitchen. The place was bustling with diners and understandably so. This place was fantastic! The food here had depths of flavor you won't get at any Devon avenue place in Chicago which makes me wonder what happened to the Indian food in America which just got so bland. Anyway I digress, check out the pics and they will speak for themselves. When in London, this is a must go! read more

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Arrived to dishoom on a friday night and had to wait an hour in line. I guess dishoom is use to the crowds because they came out with a variety tray of beverages to hand out to the patrons. I actually thought this was a nice touch and went for a mint tea. After the 60 mins, i was finally able to enter the establishment. I gave my name to the hostess and was given a beeper to wait for my table. They had a bar nearby so I tried the kohinoor fizz (light and refreshing) and found a seat outside the restaurant as i waited again. (inside bar seating was full and had alot of people standing about). it was about another 25 mins before my buzzer rang. I suggest getting a menu to figure out what you want so by the time you finally get seated you are ready to order. I handed the buzzer to the hostess and was taken to our table by a nice and bubbly waiter, The table was small and the chair was slightly uncomfortable but i was too hungry to care at the time. I decided on okra fries, house black daal and chole puri. i definitely did too much but the food was all amazing. Dishoom is not afraid of flavor and definitely justifies the long lines. just a heads up that place is a little too dark. I felt like I was viewing my food strictly from the glimmer of tiny tea light; which really wasn't enough. Not my preference but hey! read more

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Wow wow wow.. A very memorable experience and service provided by ALEX at this location on 3rd of November. Alex was attentive and charming, he made sure that my friends and I were well taken care of for the evening. I happen to have a mango allergy but the manager was able to resolve that issue quickly with a special menu that was checked off by the chef with all the dishes that did not have Mango in it. I was grateful and very appreciative of such wonderful gesture and hope the restaurant continues to provide this caliber of service in our future visits. Marvelous time spent and would highly recommend this location to anyone who is visiting London. Thank you Alex! Food was also absolutely delicious, dare I say some of the best Indian cuisine I've had so far? Make reservations if you can to avoid the long long line outside. read more

Tried this restaurant while on vacation bc it was recommended to me by friends. It did not disappoint. Everything we ordered was amazing. Definitely Indian food I've ever had. Tried another recommended Indian restaurant a couple days later and was so disappointed that we made another trip to Dishoom the next day! Try their Chicken Tilka Masala, Chicken Ruby, garlic naan, and more! read more

A friend recommended Dishoom, so I came for an early bite to eat before attending a show nearby. The restaurant is very large and very popular, with upstairs and downstairs fairly full around 4:30 or 5pm on a Sunday, but I was seated right away as a solo diner. Ambiance is lively with dim lighting and nice details making you feel like you're on a movie set. Waitress and staff were attentive and kept my water glass full. One of the things I love most about the UK is their commitment to allergen awareness. My waitress asked for any allergies up front and returned with a customized menu showing what I could and could not have which really helped narrow down the extensive menu. Unfortunately, the menu is really designed for family style dining, so I think I missed out on some of the experience. The mattar paneer was quite delicious, though perhaps on the small side for £17, especially since it wasn't accompanied by rice or anything. The cocktail menu also looks unique and fun. I'd come back again with a date or a small group so I could try some other dishes. Reservation recommended for prime time and/or groups. read more

this place is crazy good. it had been recommended to me before, so i knew it must be at least alright if it was worthy of recommendation. but i was blown away by how literally every item i tasted on the menu was mouthwateringly delicious. the bhindi fries, the bhel, the samosas, the mattar paneer, the potatoes, and that daal! the drinks were incredible too- the bollybellini is a drink i was thinking about for so long after that i actually looked the recipe up on the internet and will now be making it at home. plus, our waitress was absolutely lovely - so warm, and so patient at explaining the menu to some of our friends who had allergies. dishoom is so popular that it doesn't need more recommendations - people are clearly already aware how good it is - but here's some tips: get the daal. dip the gunpowder potatoes in the chili tomato chutney. and get the bollybellini- you will not regret it! read more

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Kicking off our first international trip with the kids, we landed in London at some point in the afternoon, took the Underground to Covent Gardens, dropped off all our stuff at our apartment, and headed off to explore. The line for Dishoom caught our attention so I started waiting for a table, half dazed from the long flight but also trying to read our travel guidebook, while my wife and kids wandered off to look around. After about an hour we were seated and had one of our favorite meals of the trip. The kids still talk about the chicken ruby, which has set the standard for any sort of Indian chicken dish that they eat. The chicken is tender, and the flavorful sauce is a brilliant red color ( https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=4HC2FmxHZYzxqlqiRaeKCQ&userid=dbEyV0AsIBXUH-RRQDyRiQ ), which I might have missed if I hadn't obnoxiously used my camera flash to light it up (sorry everyone else who was sitting downstairs). We also got the chicken biryani and green vegetables, as well as some potatoes. Given that we were celebrating our first night in London, we let the kids order some fancy drinks. The restaurant has a very trendy and lively atmosphere. We sat downstairs where it was a little dark and packed with people. The wait staff were nice, even when asking me to please stop taking photos of my food with the flash. A very memorable meal for us and well worth the wait. read more

The line is always so long here--so get here early. I got in at 6pm on a Friday and waited for about an hour. The food here is amazing! Especially the daal! It's so rich and creamy. The ruby chicken and the vegetable dish that came with buns were great too! It's absolutely worth the wait read more

Amazing food. Excellent service but very busy. Get a reservation or prepare for a long line. We can't wait to go back when in London. read more

Dishoom - Dishoom pale! - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

I was in London for 6 days and came twice to this restaurant. This speaks volumes for their food. The stars off are not for the food. The wait is 30 to 45 minutes, so be prepared. The food is outstanding - chicken tikka masala, mutton ruby, jackfruit biryani, garlic naan. 1 star off - Service is mixed. They are not as attentive, which is understandable as the restaurant is huge. 1 star off - They use this ridiculous QR code for payment and don't accept cash. This is unfortunate if you don't want to enter your credit card information through their website. read more

I'm a huge fan of Dishoom because they do a great job with the classics and modern dishes. My personal favorite dish is the black lentil dish, so savory. It's delicious with naan or rice. Another dish I recommend is the chili cheese toast - crispy and cheesy with a kick. Bottomless chai! Do I need to say anymore, I've never heard or any other place with this and they have a non dairy option with oat milk. The first few times I came here was in 2019 and now went back in 2023. I was disappointed to see that the grilled paneer and pineapple dish was removed from the menu. It was sooo good! read more

Food and service were amazing. This was the best restaurant that my companion and I ate at our whole trip. The waitress was super helpful and attentive. She gave really good recommendations and helped us through the menu. All other staff were welcoming and kind (which was refreshing). The food spoke for itself. We got vegetable samosas, chicken ruby, paneer tikka, basmati rice, and garlic naan. There were so many other menu items that we wanted to try, so we would definitely return. The space was beautiful and huge! read more

Dishoom - Garlic Naan Paneer Tikka Steamed Basmati Rice Chicken Ruby - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Vibrant and exciting restaurant located now in Covent Gardens! The wait to enter was worthwhile. All of our dishes were fabulous. Although the service was generally good, we had to ask for water refills several times. read more

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On a visit to London, we stopped by Dishoom as it was highly recommended on the internet. They have indoor and outdoor seating as of this review, and also free wifi. The restaurant has two levels, and has gorgeous decor. We were able to walk in and get seated immediately on a Friday late afternoon. We had the mango lassi: nice yogurty mango drink. Not too sweet, and topped with fennel seeds. Not sure what the fennel seeds were for except decoration as it wasn't very edible. Still very good, 4/5 Basmati rice: a bit dry but still edible. 3/5 Chicken berry britannia: oddly has cranberries in it. Lots of chicken in it. 4.5/5 Chicken ruby: creamy and rich with a nice hint of ginger. 4.5/5 Garlic naan: thin and crispy, dotted with lots of fresh garlic and made by hand. Highly recommend! 5/5 Lamb samosas: wish they were bigger; they were tiny! Thin crispy outer layer. 4.5/5 All in all, this place was pretty packed for a reason. Great comfort food, very salty though. read more

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Amazing food! Service was great especially for those unfamiliar with the cuisine. Very cool inside the restaurant

We had to wait in line for about 40 mins but they brought us sherry to warm us and we loved the bustling two story dining rooms. The menu is large and everything was delicious. We started with vegetable samosas (good but small), Pau Bhaji (delicious and fun to assemble). Then we had the signature black daal (good but not earth shattering), the jackfruit biryani (get this!), the mattar paneer (also a winner), the raita (thick and a generous portion), and the kachumber (good for your vegetable fix). We washed it all down with mango and rose lassis--also recommended. read more

Amazing food and service and not ridiculous prices. Will come back. They don't take reservations but the line moves fast and no one gets preferential treatment either. read more

Found this restaurant by accident & gave it a try ... friendly staff especially the front host ~ got seated right away without prior reservation~ food was good ~ menu is rather interesting... more Indian influence than Persian...but overall our dishes were all tasty... Fun place to meet with friends & enjoy! read more

I was in London 3 nights and I came here twice. Then I bought the cookbook. So hopefully this should dispel any doubts as to whether Dishoom is worth the wait--because it absolutely is. The food blew my mind and I easily had one of the greatest meals of my life. If you are in London you seriously need to make a point of going to one of the Dishoom locations. (Note: This location is currently closed until summer 2020.) Things to get (in order of necessity): Chicken Ruby - maybe my favorite thing I've ever eaten. I ate every last drop of it with my garlic naan. Do not come here without ordering this. Pau Bhaji- I'm not exactly sure what is in this other than potatoes and perfect spices but it is wonderful. The warm buttery buns it comes with go perfectly with it. This is another must order. Chocolate pudding with spiced ice cream - You'll probably be so full by the time you hit dessert that you will want to pass on it. Don't do that. This is unreal. The chocolate is so rich and flavorful and it tastes absolutely perfect with the spiced ice cream. Black Daal - so full of flavors yet so buttery and rich. I could've just eaten this as a meal. I added enjoyed dipping the Okra fries in this. Garlic Naan - Great, but not particularly special. necessary to eat every last drop of Chicken Ruby and Pau Bhaji. Dishoom Slaw Super refreshing when eaten with all the other dishes! Okra Fries - seasoned perfectly and lightly fried. These were a great change of texture compared to everything I've mentioned above. Pass: Chicken biryani - kind of plain. perfectly fine, but unnecessary. Gunpowder potatoes - Good, but nothing special. Quick note about the wait. You can make reservations for breakfast and lunch. If you go for dinner you have to wait in line. The first time I went they told us the wait was 1.5 hours and it ended up being more like 1. The second time, they said 1 hour and it was about 30 mins. Seriously, don't let the line scare you! They also pass out green tea, chai, and sherry while you wait. read more

First time to London and Dishoom. The food was excellent. Our server was wonderful and very helpful. I just wish there was a Dishoom back home in St. Louis. Dishoom will be a wonderful memory. read more

Great menu with a diverse list of options. We had the black daal, naan, basmati rice, khichia & chundo, raita and chicken biryani. All of them were top shelf, perfect seasoning. Friendly staff. read more

dipping the garlic naan in the chicken ruby curry is the flavor i chase every time i eat Indian food. concluding our late lunch with house chai was a perfect way to end our meal. read more

Dishoom - Dishoom Chicken Tikka; Chicken Ruby; Raita; Garlic Naan; Jackfruit Biryani - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Was in London last year and saw a long line for this spot and bookmarked it. Came back this month on a solo vacay and decided to check it out and food-wise was def worth the wait. I'm glad I circled back here. Food and drinks were flavorful and delicious! Service-wise... haha umm there's definitely lots of room for improvement. There was still a 40 minute wait when I arrived.. table for 1 i said and front hostess was not warm and she almost seemed surprised i said okay to waiting 40 min for a table lol.. felt like she was just tryna get through the day which i get we've all been there--but it was after 3pm on a weekday--like its gonna be okay. So i walked out for a few minutes to scope the menu hung outside, then went back to the bar to an open seat. Not one of the bartenders or staff behind the bar acknowledged me, let alone asked me if I'd like to order. Not a simple "Hello." I'd even take a cordial smile or nod, but not even that. So I perused the bar menu with the intention of ordering something but then after waiting and seeing others being assisted to my left and right even those who came after.. maybe cause I was only a party of one? Lol my pager eventually buzzed and off I went to hostess station. The gentlemen who sat me was nice. Then came my waiter who I noticed was quite chummy with other tables in his section. When he got to me was super pleasant. Told him it was my first time and gave me rundown of suggestions. I started with my beverage order.. a cocktail i was gooooing to order at the bar earlier, and a fruit soda. After perusing the menu again I made my decisions and flagged him over. Ordered a few things really wanted to try this shrimp dish but he warned me it was one of the more spicy dishes so he recommended another dish as i was not tryna deal with heartburn that day. I also went with their Carnaby street special: a yummy lamb stew dish. After i ordered... That was the last I ever saw of my waiter. Lol other staff members brought out my beverage and food. Most of whom were lovely. Then came time for the bill and I asked a nearby gentleman to pay. He was nice and helped check me out. Btw, my og waiter was still roaming around and being chummy with other guests throughoutmy meal. He never checked on me after food/drinks came out. Not once. Even on my way out I passed by him and smiled and still not a thank you or a smile back. Just kept walking by. Lol I mean my bill was only like $70US so not like I was some big wig dropping tons of cash but ya know sommme acknowledgement would have been nice. Especially for such a renowned restaurant chain I was expecting.. not over the top Olive Garden type niceties, but just bottom barrel basic service industry 101 type behavior would def go a long way. That said, would I be back. Sure. Food was great. As a Viet person I'm used to poor service lol as long as food is yummy.. but then again I'm talking about Viet places where they ask for your order just as they are seating you and just barely handed you the menu haha--fyi that's how you know its a legit spot btw-- and food at these places wouldn't be $50+/person so service can be a bit lacking there.. but for Dishoom... c'mon.. yall could step it up. I mean we know yall are busy and popular but ya know, so is Lina Stores and always ALWAYS 100% PERFECTION with their service and hospitality, even for when i dine there alone. #justsayin read more

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Service is stellar and ambiance is quite unique! This modern twist on Indian food is an experience you don't want to miss in London. I highly recommend the lamb chops, chicken briyani and kulfi for dessert. read more

Allergy friendly restaurant - They went above and beyond to accommodate our allergies and dietary restrictions. There's a separate vegan menu. I received a binder of allergen matrix (excel sheets) to cross reference against allergens and menu items. The chef also marked up a menu for me, crossing out and checking off items that I can(not) have. I wish every place was like this! Our server was also patient and amazing! House chai - Subtly sweet with a strong ginger taste. Love it! My friend tried mine and ended up getting her own for dessert. Chicken ruby with garlic naan - Similar to butter chicken and absolutely delicious! There's a lot of chicken for the small dish. Garlic naan wasn't anything special, could be more garlicky. Murgh Malai - Perfectly seasoned and tender chicken dish but not particularly special. Chicken Berry Britannia - Delicious and definitely would get again! Chef's Covent Garden Special: Tila-Foi's Very Best Masala Fish - Very spicy, and too spicy for me, so it's hard to tell if it's good. Dishoom House Chaat - Delicious! Kind of get the flavors of a Vietnamese Spring Roll. Roti - Nothing special Mango kulfi - Disappointing in presentation. It's just a mango popsicle on a chopstick in a glass cup. Kala Khatta Gola Ice - Very strong on the spice side rather than sweetness. It was not a favorite. We had reservations for a party of 6, booked 1-2 months ahead. We noticed the non-reservation line was down the street! read more

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It is overrated and expensive! Food was good. Service was not good. Ambiance was not good. It is too commercialized. read more

Very central location in Covent Garden, quick walk away from Leicester Square. Most reviews are from Americans visiting London and not from locals. Line out the door and informed of 60 min wait, nice touch to serve chai outside while waiting. It was a 30 min wait outside and another 15 min at the bar. I don't really like this trick of having the patrons seated at the bar while the table is being made ready for you. Seems like a strategy to put the guest on the spot to order a drink. The non-alcohol pineapple cream drink was very refreshing, frothy and icy, coconut flakes served on top. Seated downstairs, although would have preferred upstairs, but with these wait times what can you do, and it would be long waits at most good places in the area. Open style kitchen where you can see the chefs flaming things up on the grill and beating up the naan dough. Prices are cheap looking, but portion sizes slightly smaller. Not so many sauce dishes. I had the dry style chicken tikka. No yoghurt, instead marinated in vinegar. It was very good quality chicken. Chicken Berry biryani also good, cooked properly and not just mixed chicken and rice. No complaints about the naan. Very difficult to get a reservation unless far in advance. read more

Dishoom - Pineapple cream drink - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

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We came midday without a reservation and there was a line down the block. It was very organized and moved quickly though and it was absolutely worth the wait (and I really dislike lines)! Everyone was so friendly, even the gentlemen taking names in the queue, and we were warmly greeted several times on the way to our table. We had delicious, crispy and flaky lamb samosas, perfectly spicy tomato-based chicken ruby curry, the 24-hour simmered black daal, garlic naan, and more. All of it was so fantastic, and definitely our most memorable/favorite meal in London! It will be my first stop when we visit again. Incredible! read more

Sub par food, and mediocre service although while waiting in line the staff was kind. The server was just rushing the order. Brought the entree and roti out same time even they they said otherwise. Told them and she said sorry. Roomali roti cold is chewy af. Also the daal is sub-par for the 24 hrs they cook it apparently. Idk if it was just this day but I don't get the hype. Chili cheese toast was okay. Ambiance is nice. Drink was nice. Ordered: Chili cheese toast Roomali roti Daal black Indian gimlet read more

Dishoom - Roomali Roti that ended up being cold and chewy - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Most delicious food I've had in the uk! Convinced my mom to wait in a 30 min line for this, she was pleasantly surprised with how great the food was and how big the dinning area was. So unique, so flavorful, worth the wait! read more

Dishoom - Chicken Ruby, Dishoom Chicken Tikka, Garlic Naan, Gunpowder Potatoes, A Bowl Of Greens, whisky sour cream - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

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Best Indian food I've ever had, best chai I've ever had, fantastic service and overall experience. We ordered and shared half the menu-- everything was delicious, especially the unlimited chai. The service was also great-- we had a waitress and a trainee, and both were lovely. The ambiance was great as well. While the restaurant is quite large, the quality of the food and service was not diminished. Amazing experience read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

It was worth the wait. My partner and I arrived around 430pm on a Wednesday and only waited 45-50 minutes for a table. We did notice the line gets longer/moves slower the later it gets to arriving early is key! The drinks and food were all wonderful, no complaints there. Our server was very sweet but service was definitely slow and we didn't see her much as she was prioritizing other larger groups/tables around us. Overall really enjoyed it and would definitely go again. read more

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Amazing food, it's a must go. Service was great, however they told us to late that the tea was bottomless. Still get a 5 star