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Our experience was overall pretty good. We enjoyed the appetizers the most - the prawns and okra fries. Unfortunately we did get a couple wrong dishes served to us that we had to send back but that wasn't an issue. Our server was super nice and considerate and was really helpful in choosing our meal and how we ordered. The food itself was good - but nothing completely out of this world. I've definitely had better back home in Boston, but it was a great experience nonetheless. Next time we go back we're definitely going to try out breakfast as we've heard great things!
The best food and vibes. We waited about an hour and a half without reservation, but it was worth it. The staff were great at every touchpoint, the cocktails were delish, and the food was great. They had most of the classics you'd expect, with a bit of a modern twist. Medium spicy, with excellent flavor. The biryani and fresh made naan/roti were amazing.
Oh. My. Gosh! I was recommended this restaurant and I cannot thank them enough. After walking around the rainy streets of London for 11 hours I wanted some amazing comfort food and this is exactly what we got. Much like other places in London walking in you have no idea how far this place actually stretches. The restaurant is HUGE. We were seated right away on a Friday night and worried it would take a while to get food. It took us longer to decide what to order than to receive our food. The service was quick and every single dish was phenomenal. We decided to start with the samosas served with the most delicious sauce. You only get 3 so 1-1/2 each it was, yum! For entree we decided to split the super popular chicken ruby, a side of rice and the garlic naan. There was definitely some spice to the chicken but amazingly delicious. Out of our 10 days travels through Paris and London this was our absolute favorite meal. We didn't have a refrigerator in our hotel but opted to take our leftovers anyway because it was too good to leave behind. I cannot recommend enough giving this place a try!
YES!!! This is worth the hype. I'm from the states and tried to get in a year prior. The line was too long. Came back this year and we were able to get in. The chai while you wait is to die for. I still think about it. Food was phenomenal and the staff was amazing. They were so helpful with allergies and ensuring we could eat everything we ordered. The restaurant is huge and has a cool vibe. We will be back!
Dishoom is my favorite go-to for Indian cuisine when visiting London. I am thankful for my friend Tiffany J. who made the recommendation. On my first visit, I was coming from Italy and Germany and had to pick an overnight stay before coming back home to Houston. I literally picked London and stayed in a hotel in Covent Garden just to be within walking distance to Dishoom. Priorities. It was late, and I was exhausted traveling from the morning to 3 different countries. I read that there could be a significant wait time without a reservation, so I knew what to expect. It was still quite chilly in mid March and a little damp from the rain, but it wasn't so bad standing out in the line. I actually only had to wait 10 minutes, and they served chai tea. I think because it was just me, I got a seat ahead of larger groups. I was seated at a table for four. Since I hadn't eaten since breakfast, I ordered quite a few things like the infamous okra fries, charred lamb chops, garlic naan, basmati rice, hot tea and a cocktail. I laid it all out in front of me. The small bowl of okra fries were amazing and perfectly crispy without being too covered in breading and dusted with spices. I could snack on that often. The charred lamb chops were flavorful and nicely blackened. I liked the pop of pomegranate seeds to the dish. The basmati rice was cooked well like how I make it at home. There was plenty of thin garlic naan. The pot of ginger, honey lemon tea was soothing since it was cold, and I was feeling under the weather. The India gimlet gin cocktail was refreshing with the cucumber. Second time around, I was busy doing touristy things and celebrating the New Year and almost didn't make it back here, but I pulled myself together to catch the tube in the freezing cold on my last night. I actually hadn't been eating much due to the time change, so I was hungry. It's about a 20-minute commute walking and by tube from South Bank near the River Thames. I waited less than 5 minutes and was seated downstairs again. This time, I tried the Chicken Ruby with a side of basmati rice and a bottle of water (there's a charge). I started with the okra fries first, though. The Chicken Ruby was sooo good and homey. Loved that it was served in a cast iron pot. The makhani sauce was everything, and the chicken was so tender. It was like butter chicken. I'd order this again next time. I would've ordered a NA drink from their Teetotal Tipples menu, but I was so full and needed to hydrate. This was the perfect last meal before flying home. The server recommended I try breakfast items next time. I will definitely be back!
Came here on a Sunday morning around 10am, mainly because it was one of the few places open for breakfast. We had originally wanted to try Dishoom for dinner another time, but since they were open early, we decided to stop by for breakfast instead. This review is strictly based on the breakfast experience. Dinner may very well be better. The breakfast overall was a bit underwhelming and didn't really deliver much in terms of Indian flavor. The highlight was the chai tea, which was nicely done with a subtle hint of spice that was comforting and well balanced. We ordered the bacon naan roll since the server mentioned the naan roll is a signature item. Unfortunately, the naan wasn't warm and was quite soggy, and the bacon wasn't crispy, which made the whole thing lack texture and flavor. It just didn't come together well. We also tried the Kejriwal, which is essentially a cheesy toast topped with egg. This was better than the naan roll, but still fairly mild and nothing particularly memorable flavor-wise. On the plus side, the space is large with plenty of seating, and it was pretty busy when we were there, which says a lot about its popularity. Our waiter was friendly and attentive, which we appreciated. Overall, not a bad stop if you're looking for a place open for breakfast on a Sunday, but based on this visit, the food didn't quite live up to expectations. I'd be open to coming back to try dinner, as I've heard that's where they really shine.
Krishna the server/host was wonderful! We really enjoyed every single dish that we had and loved that there was a kids menu as well! Our family really enjoyed the Pau Bajji, samosas, dishoom chaat, matter paneer, roti, vegetarian biryani and the drinks! We really enjoyed everything and will fly back from the US to come back! Absolutely a great experience and way to end our vacation on a high note! Also was surprised with the Kheer dessert for my bday! It's a special touch and really was just memorable.
From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, stylish, and buzzing without feeling overwhelming. The food is exceptional. Every dish we tried was full of flavor and clearly made with care. The curries were rich and perfectly spiced, the naan was fresh and fluffy, and the small plates were ideal for sharing. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients and the attention to detail in each dish. The service was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable--our server was happy to offer recommendations and made the experience feel relaxed and welcoming. Despite how popular Dishoom is, everything felt smooth and unhurried. Overall, Dishoom lives up to the hype. It's the kind of place you'd happily return to again and again, whether for a casual meal or a special night out. Highly recommend.
Did you even go to London if you didn't try Dishoom? The food is consistently high quality, and the flavors are incredible. The chicken ruby (their signature dish) is a must. Pair it with their garlic naan! The okra fries are also a yummy side, and the unlimited chai is plus. Highly recommend making a reservation as it's always busy and usually a long line. The restaurant layout has a classic, old-school Bombay vibe, and the service was really attentive. They also surprised us with a Chocolate Lava Cake at the end because we were celebrating a birthday. For the quality and experience, the prices are super reasonable. Dishoom truly lives up to the hype.
Ambiance: this place was in a cute neighborhood. the restaurant was busy & quite larger than expected. it was more of a casual atmosphere Service: our server was nice & quick. she was informative of the menu (it had a lot of items on there). Food: everything we ordered here was so good except the lamb kabobs. not that it was bad but not to our liking. out of everything we ordered, the chicken ruby was the stand out - so delicious!!
We came for their breakfast. Their breakfast items are basically western food with more and better seasoning, nothing wrong with that, Maybe it's just my experience, but I may have expected too much based on everyone's raves. If you like fusion style, this is great! But we left Dishoom craving more Indian food, this felt like a teaser into an introductory version of western but Indian seasoning. We both got chai, they came in small cups but were supposed to be bottomless. But, after our order arrived, no one checked on us, until we were nearly done and they took away our plates. We had to wave someone down to ask for refills when we remembered the chai was supposed to be bottomless. And then wave down someone to get the check, and then find someone to pay the check. Ok I know, I'm expecting too much. Bottom line, their breakfast is good but not something I would return for.
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Loved the complimentary drinks while waiting in line outside. The teens walked the shops while we waited. I was told it's always busy, but that it's totally worth it. So true! Amazing friendly service. Seated is earlier than expected. The place is bigger than you think, with more seating areas tucked every which way! Food- very good. Drinks- creative, classy, and creative. I loved the Colada. Can't say food was better than a restaurant in the states, but the ambience was exquisite! read more
Expect a wait. But worth every minute A line forms every day so expect a 40min to hour wait (can make a reservation if Party is 6 or more). Environment is happening and there is wonderful aromas everywhere. We had the mutton pepper fry which was tender with amazing complex flavors. We didn't want this dish to end. We also had the lamb both kabob (not on a skewer which surprised) and the chicken ruby. It was all amazing. This is a top 5 restaurant experience and a must if in London. read more
2 years ago
Yes, yes, and more yes. This restaurant had been on my list for years and has always been on the top restaurants list and I finally understand why. SO GOOD. The vibe was epic, felt like a trendy living room - cozy, dark, and well decorated. The perfect mix of upscale but also very comfortable. Service was good! Food was even better! We sat downstairs and ordered a ton from the menu - all small plates so a good place for sharing. The chicken ruby and cheese naan were standouts. They don't do reservations which is a bit of a bummer but they have the line down to a science. We technically waited about 45 mins at dinner time on Thursday but it felt like less. They greet you with 3 choices of complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in line outside and then once you get inside you can order drinks and apps at the bar while you wait for the table. So it's actually a two step line. Be prepared! But truly worth it! read more
2 years ago
We enjoyed Dishoom for dinner so much that we needed to get another taste before we left London. As our flight is in the afternoon, we opted for breakfast. This time we went to Dishoom at Covent Garden. The opened at 9 and we were the third table to sit. By 9:30, the room was pretty much filled. We ordered the big Bombay (which is essentially their version of the English breakfast), the keema per eedu, and the famous bacon naan roll. Oh and chai as well. The chai isn't as sweet as the typical ones we get which was great. It was quite delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed the big Bombay and keema as well. These are hearty breakfast choices of course but the better ones in my opinion. The bacon naan was good but not as amazing as I thought it would be. Overall the breakfast was a success and I'm in love with their spicy chutney. The dinner menu is better but I wasn't disappointed with breakfast either. read more
2 years ago
My first AND last meal in London! The hype is real and this restaurant is a must if you're visiting London. There are numerous locations throughout London but this spot was the most convenient for us. The long queue outside might seem daunting but it moves pretty quickly and there are people offering you hot tea as you wait in the freezing cold. As you get closer, there are heat lamps that temporarily help. Once you're ushered into the restaurant, you think you're about to be seated but you're just transferred to the downstairs bar area while you wait for a table to open up. My favorite dish at Dishoom has to be the chicken ruby. It's AMAZING. The curry is phenomenal and we had to order more garlic naan to wipe the rest of the curry clean! I just can't stop thinking about that delicious curry! The chicken was terrific and was soft and tender. Another favorite of mine was the lamb biryani. The lamb was properly cooked (super tender) and the spices in the bowl were spot on. I could go on and on about how great Dishoom is but you might be reading for a while. Here's what you need to know...if you're in London, you have to eat Indian food and that means making a trip to Dishoom. read more
3 years ago
This restaurant came highly recommended by our tour guide. It was soul crushing when I saw the line. But after deciding to jump in it was only about a 30 minute wait. And they have heating lamps outside for folks in line. It's a very romantic dinner vibe at night so hard to get good pics. Our waiter was amazing I wish I remembered his name. Everything we ordered was excellent and the basmati rice pudding dessert was the best dessert I ever ate! read more
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Came for a quick breakfast and got the big Bombay, which is an English breakfast but with an Indian twist. It was amazing and I understand why Dishoom is one of London's most popular restaurants. The house chai tea latte was also great. read more
3 years ago
Inventive and friendly atmosphere. The service was spectacular with great recommendations. The chicken ruby was our favorite along with the okra fries. Highly recommend reservations, the line without was a very long one. read more
4 years ago
I wanted to check out the hype so my friend and I got into the long queue outside the doors on a Thursday evening. The line moved quickly, but for my party of 5, we got sat in 10 minutes! Our waiter was very accommodating to us putting in our orders multiple times and keeping our menu with us. Specifically for the food, it was absolutely delicious, especially for the price. THE CHAI was bottomless and the best chai I've actually ever had. We had asked the server for advice on what to order and all of it was delicious. Things I ordered that I would definitely get again: Bhel, Chili Chicken, Chai, Lamb Seekh Kabab, Mattar Paneer, Kulfi Malai read more
2 years ago
Our 1st time here. Excellent service, very efficient quick turnaround time. Don't be too intimidated by the long line out the door. It moves fairly quickly because they are so efficient. Ambiance is nice albeit on the loud/noisy side as it is packed. Food was decently portioned. We ordered the chili cheese bread, house chaat, pau bhaji, chicken ruby aka butter chicken, house black daal, plain naan, garlic naan, and rice. Chili cheese bread had a nice spicy kick. Out of what we ordered, my faves were the pau bhaji (full of flavor and spice) and chicken ruby (also with great flavor and spice, but not too spicy). For those that like more heat and are use to spicy Indian food, this might not be spicy enough. They don't let u pick spice level here. The house chaat was decent. My least favorite was their house daal which i found to be rich/buttery tasting but bland and no heat at all. Would love to come back one day to try their special fish and other dishes on their extensive menu. Decently priced menu, at least similar to other Indian restaurants in the area we've tried. read more
3 years ago
This place is amazing! The prices, the quality of food, the ambiance, all great. We ordered 2-3 appetizers and sides and 2 entrees and it was more than enough for us. The food was so great, we could've come back again during our trip. The service was really good too. There was a line out the door to get on the wait list so plan accordingly. Otherwise, this place is definitely worth going to! read more
Decided to come try out Dishoom while on a trip to London since it was one the "must-try" Indian restaurants in the city. We went to Covent Garden location as it was close to the area we were exploring. There was a long line to get in but it went by pretty past and they even served us House Chai while we waited which tasted great! I tried the Chicken Ruby with garlic naan. I asked the waiter for a dish similar to Butter Chicken and she mentioned that the Chicken Ruby was basically the same thing. While I enjoyed the dish, it did not taste like butter chicken and was actually very different. Forgot the name of the drink I got but it was delicious! read more
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TIMING: - Got in line at 5pm on a Saturday - Was told it will be an hour and 40 minutes - Stood in line for 50 minutes in cold and rain but got tea! - Food came very quickly and we finished everything within 50 min. FOOD: 1. Hot tea (pot) - Hot, comes with a tea leaf filter 2. Garlic naan - Texture: light, thin - Seasoning: not enough garlic - Portion: 1 naan cut in half - so it seems like there's more! 3. Cheese naan - Texture: light, thin - imagine the cheese streaming video - Seasoning: just the right amount of cheese - Portion: 1 naan cut in half - so it seems like there's more! 4. House black daal - Texture: thick and creamy - Seasoning: spicy (my tolerance level is about 2/5) - Portion: perfect for 2 people 5. Chicken ruby (their version of chicken tikka masala) - Texture: thick and creamy - Meat: a good amount for both of us - wasn't skimped - Seasoning: mild - Portion: perfect for 2 people - can be pretty filling! 6. Bowl of vegetables - Texture: overdressed - Seasoning: surprisingly spicy - Portion: pretty good - comes in a bowl 7. Lamb samosas - Texture: outside: light lamb: decent - Seasoning: surprisingly spicy - Portion: comes with 3 SERVICE: - Attentive - Quick EXTRA: - The waiter recommended for us to get about 7 dishes to split between 2 - They have a dairy-free menu! WOULD RECOMMEND? - Yes if you have the time to wait in line read more
2 years ago
This was #1 on my London Food Tour list and it didn't disappoint. When we walked up we noticed the long line *ahem* que but saw that it was going quickly. The hostess passed out warm chai which was the best I've ever tasted. We loved talking to the locals while we waited. Great experience and we hadn't even walked through the doors. This place has the best ambience. Plan your London tour around Dishoom! read more
Outstanding Indian cuisine located in the heart of London, just north of Picadilly Circus. Came here on a Thursday afternoon for a late lunch - reservations are a must. RESTAURANT: Two floors with a bar downstairs for waiting and casual drinks. I preferred sitting on the mainfloor to get the natural lighting. Cozy and comfortable. FOOD: Ordered the lamb, samosa starters. Three curries with a mix of naan and rice -- this is a must. Highly recommend getting a variety of them to try. SERVICE: Fantastic and helpful service. Server was great and recommending dishes for us. VALUE/OVERALL: Great value and will definitely will visit again! read more
It is well known that London has a sprawling Indian food scene that serves some of the best Indian cuisines outside of India. Dishoom, a small chain of seven "Bombay Cafes", is definitely on the top of the list for both locals and tourists alike. Online reservations can be made for breakfast and lunch only. They do not accept reservations for dinner and the only way to get in is the old traditional way - stand in line! There have been times when we walked past a Dishoom during dinner hours and saw lines wrapping around the block. The "Bombay Café" style features a casual but moderately upscale and comfortable environment with cool vibes. The atmosphere is friendly and vibrant, and is always a perfect place to chill, and to grab some yummy Indian food with a couple of bottles of Kingfisher. VEGETABLE SAMOSAS: The skin was paper-thin and fried to a perfect crispiness that when I sank my teeth into it, the skin just crumbled and melted away while the filling made with veggies and mashed potatoes greeted my mouth with a warmly spicy yumminess. CHICKEN RUBY: It looked like a variation of the famous tikka Marsala which was a tomato based curry with cubed chicken breast meat. The ruby dish, however, came with makhani sauce which was silky and smooth. It really tasted like tikka Marsala but with a stronger flavor of ginger and garlic. It had a nice balance of sweetness versus spiciness and was delicious beyond words. GUNPOWDER POTATOES: If you asked me to recommend a "must-order" item then this is it, not just because it was so amazingly good, but also because you can't find this anywhere else. Skin-on potatoes were fire grilled, cut into pieces, then sautéed with butter and an abundance of peppers and exotic spices. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable potato dishes that I've ever had. We also had a roti to mop up the sauce from the ruby chicken, some rice, and a bowl of vegetables. Everything was good beyond belief. 5 stars+ read more
8 years ago
I have to say this restaurant is overrated. Their food is good, but it's not that good. They do not take reservations. We waited for about 35 minutes or so outside and then 15 minutes or so at the bar downstairs. Once again, their food is good but I don't think it's worth waiting for close to an hour. We ordered the lamb chops (my favorite), murgh malai, and chicken ruby. I would give 4 stars for the food, but with the long wait, I cannot give more than 3 stars. Pro-Tip: Even if the queue looks relatively short outside, it's likely to be a long wait as there are people waiting for their tables at the bar downstairs. I would not return to Dishoom nor do I recommend this to anyone. There are many other good restaurants in London and there's also better way to spend time than waiting in line. ****************************** If you found something useful in my review, please hit "useful" so that I can improve my reviews. If you love food and traveling, follow me, or better yet, let's become friends on Yelp! Thank you and happy Yelping! read more
We got to Soho and there was a long wait to get in this restaurant. I was so excited because I wanted to know if the hype of it all was represented in the food. When we went in I smelled all the aroma of something great as far as Indian food. Everyone seem to be having such a great time and the Decor was just very eclectic and homey. I will say everyone who worked there was super nice and the service was great. However, I did not like the food. I looked around and there was another couple at the other table across from us and it didn't appear that they liked the food either. We ordered the samosas and they were tiny and crunchy and not like a regular Samosa at all. Didn't like these and wouldn't order these again. I also ordered the butter chicken and I was not a fan of the butter chicken, it had another name on the menu but basically this is what it was...The chicken was fatty and had some skin on it and the sauce was gritty almost pasty. My friend got the lamb chops and they were over cooked. There was an OK flavor there but when you over cook lamb chops that is kind of a terrible thing. I got a drink and the drink was OK but nothing to write home about. The garlic naan was gross. It didn't have a garlic flavor at all.I think the atmosphere here was far better than the food. My experience at another Indian restaurant here was far better than Dishoom. read more
finally got to try dishoom which had been the top of my list for a while! id heard raving reviews so my expectations were high but first, context: i am a student in a budget and was dining with just another broke student, so price was a consideration. thus we had to choose our dishes wisely - vegetable samosa: 3/5. the taste was standard, but quite small. i expected maybe two samosas but each large, instead of four small ones. - the masala fish chef's special: 5/5. god, the star of the show. it was unique, wrapped in a bamboo leaf, packed with flavor and slightly crispy on the outside but tender on the inside. paired very nicely with the coconut chaas, which i LOVED (tasted like strawberry yogurt) - bowl of greens: 3/5. i mean, its just broccoli and snow peas, but they did the job of serving as a break from the savoriness - chicken tikka: 4/5. we ordered this after realizing that what we got was not enough. in terms of price, this was the best value. the chicken was tender and, though it is plain in color, PACKED with lots of spice, so have water ready. came with a side of red onion and parsley. overall service was a 5/5: our waitress was sweet and came to check on us several times but not in an annoying way. also the payment system is v high tech! read more
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Best Indian food I've ever had. Got a variety of things and each were incredible. Service and atmosphere were also each exemplary. Good variety of food too. Well worth it read more
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