My wife and I visited Dishoom Covent Garden last week for a date night. I've been to Dishoom several times before and always loved the food, so I was excited to bring her here for something special. As always, the food didn't disappoint. We ordered the Dishoom House Chaat and the famous Ruby Chicken with Roomali Roti. Everything was spot on, beautifully cooked, perfectly spiced, and exactly what you expect when you go to Dishoom. For that part alone, I would have given a glowing review. But sadly, the evening was overshadowed by what happened after we finished our meal. When we asked for the check, I politely requested that the optional service charge be removed (as clearly stated on the menu). That's when things turned uncomfortable. Our server's attitude instantly shifted. Instead of asking how the meal was or thanking us for visiting, she began giving us cold side glances, as if we had done something wrong. She brought over the card machine abruptly and, without a word of warmth, told us the total amount, almost thrusting it at us. The entire interaction felt unwelcoming, awkward, and unnecessary. This left a really sour taste at the end of an otherwise lovely meal. A few points I can't help but emphasize: 1. Tipping in the UK is not the same as in the US. It's not expected in the same way, and that's why the menu clearly states the service charge is optional. Guests should never be made to feel guilty for exercising that option. 2. If the restaurant wants the service charge to be mandatory, then it should be written as such. Don't leave it "optional" and then treat customers poorly if they choose to decline it. 3. Training is crucial. Staff should know how to handle such situations with grace and professionalism. A simple "Of course, no problem at all, we hope you enjoyed your evening" would have been enough. What should have been a special, memorable night out turned into an uncomfortable one. And that's disappointing, because Dishoom has always been one of my go-to recommendations in London. Experiences like this don't just reflect on a single server, they tarnish the reputation of the restaurant itself. Dishoom is known for warmth, hospitality, and food that celebrates Indian culture beautifully. But unfortunately, this time, the hospitality fell short, and that's what I'll remember more than the wonderful food. read more

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Despite the common consensus that Dishoom is overrated, I have to disagree. I've dined at plenty of Indian restaurants and they all were mostly similar, but Dishoom genuinely stands out. My wife and I dropped in on a whim so I did not have a reservation and they were all booked up, so we waited about 40 minutes and was then seated. While waiting, we had the option to sit at the bar and order drinks and small plates, which I thought was nice. We tried the Lamb Samosas which were tasty and held us over until we sat down at our table. Also, shoutout to the friendly bartender there. After sitting at our designated table, I ordered the chicken ruby and my wife ordered the Biryani lamb shank. Everything tasted so good, I just went ahead and abandoned my calorie counting and let my appetite take full control. The flavors were rich and the proteins were cooked to perfection. Our meals came with a variety of different sauces and chutneys that further elevated the overall flavors of our entrees. All in all, Dishoom offered more than just good food, it delivered a memorable experience. It's a cut above the typical Indian restaurant and I'm already looking forward to coming back next time I'm in London. read more

We passed Dishoom Coventry Garden one evening and the line to get in was down the block! In the evening they take reservations, as well as walk ins. For lunch there are no reservations. 19 year old and I arrived at 12 Noon and were seated immediately. By the time we left, another line had formed. The menu is different than an average Indian restaurant. We asked our server for her recommendations and ordered: House Chaat Chicken Ruby A Seafood Special Both of the mains were in red sauces, but each had its own flavor profile. Overall, the dishes were delicious. Not sure they are "wait in line for an hour" delicious, but we enjoyed everything. Would definitely try again! read more

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This was our first food stop on our London trip and I'm SO glad it was! We had such a good time here, and there's still plenty to try on our next trip. Here's the high (and some low/mid) lights: Blushing colada: strong at first but mellows out. A pina colada at the end of it all. Just fine but it was a limited selection of cocktails that day and this was like my 3rd choice. Chili cheese toast: flavor bomb! Classic childhood memory unlocked. Properly spicy, properly cheesy, just like mom used to make. A Hit! Daal: fantastic texture. Flavor is excellent overall -- needs a bit more heat imo but that's down to personal preference and other spices are present and speaking loud and proud. A Hit! Garlic naan: love that they gave me a no butter option but other than that it's perfectly fine naan. Nothing super noteworthy. Murgh malai: another flavor bomb!! The spices have cooked into the meet perfectly. Hubby ate the whole plate. Hit! Decor: true Bombay cafe style. Cute, and a nice break from the usual "Mughal inspired" decor we see at so many Indian spots in the states. I would actuallg rate this is 4.5/5. come for the signature black daal and try some of the grilled items. The apps are super fun as well. Maybe come earlier in the day so you get to enjoy the full cocktail selection before they run out. I'd definitely come back to Dishoom (and be sure to make a reservation). read more

Dishoom lived up to the hype and then some. Having heard that London was the destination for south Asian cuisine, Dishoom was at the top of the list after many recommendations. Between two people we split: - Chicken Ruby - House Black Daal - Garlic Naan - Tandoori Lamb Chops - Okra Fries I enjoyed the dishes in that order, top to bottom. The Ruby is the most delicious chicken curry I've had to date and the pieces of chicken were so moist complemented by the hearty sauce. I'm not a big fan of lentil soup in general, but the daal was so rich in flavor and I'd recommend trying it when visiting. The lamb chops flavor is on point, but I prefer a medium rare cook and the chops themselves were more of a medium well done. The okra fries were not super freshly fried and the flavor of the batter didn't wow me, so those two latter dishes I'd pass on and try new things the next time I visit. The service was top notch. It was raining heavily the day we stood in line (~45 minute wait starting at around 8pm). Dishoom brought out umbrellas and hot chai tea for the guests waiting. My partner has a nut allergy and they made every precaution to cater to those needs. Even when there was a minor mixup, Dishoom comped our dessert when I didn't think they needed to. The people there are amazing. That brings me to the final point which is I tried the Kala Khatta dessert. It's got to be the most unique and enjoyable dessert I've had in a long time. I can't quite describe it, but all I can say is try it and give your taste buds a new experience. I can't wait to order it again, next I visit. read more

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Everything about this place was phenomenal except for the wait in like to get in lol. I highly recommend you make reservations ahead of time if you plan on coming here. We had a 45 minute wait. The line was long but the waiwait time was accurate. It was cold and drizzling outside but I really appreciated the fact that the customer service stastarted from outside. We were offered umbrellas and hit chai's while we waited in line and I really loved that. When we finally make it in and got to eating, the food was exceptional. I legit was thinking about it a week later. We started with samosas then my lady got the chicken Tikka with naan and I got the prawn pathia. Everything that hit our table was not only delicious, but we cleaned EVERY plate! Lol love that the food came out faster than expected too. Our waitress was super nice and took great care of us. Can't wait to come back here! read more

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Some of the best Indian food I have had. Our server was great at directing us on how to order including a few great suggestions. We got the chicken ruby, so tender and full of flavor. The house chaat had some much good going on that was sweet, tangy, soothing, a great bite to go back to after some of the spicier things we ordered like the chilli cheese toast and masala prawns. We finished off the meal with a mango lassi, the perfect conclusion to ease our palates from all of the delicious heat from the meal. I highly recommend checking this place out. read more

Came by at 420pm, and line of at least 40 people waiting outside. Was told a 20 minute wait. Meanwhile an attendant gave us a small glass of hot lassi to keep warm in the cold. 30 minutes later at 4:50pm wife and I got inside, and were rewarded with the smallest table, a 24" circular table in the veranda area, not the best ambiance, compared to the warm inside area . We order at 5pm, and our food comes at 531pm. During our meals, our waters are never refilled. So much for service. The 18 GBP spicy lamb chops are not spicy, and overcooked for our order of rare. No pinkness on the inside. On the dry side, with no sauce. They do taste good, but are on the small side. The 9.50 GBP black daal is just fine but not much of an improvement over Tasty Bite Lentils you get at Costco. Goes well with the raw purple onions. The 19.50 prawn pathia come with 7 prawns on the small side. Cooked in a tangy sweet tomato sauce, wife uses the three pieces of 4.20GBP plain naan to soak up the delicious sauce, while I mix the prawns with the small bowl of 4.20 GBP steamed basmati rice. Total bill with a 12% service charge was 62.55 GBP or $84, which includes tax and tip in the food bill. And we managed to fit five courses simultaneously with each diner's plate on a 24" circular table. Outside at 6pm on a Saturday, the line stretches a good 150 feet down the block, the length of six parked vehicles . read more

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We were a party of six and expected a long wait since we didn't have reservations, but it wasn't too bad (about 30 mins during prime time in the evening but on a week day). Now for the food. We started by ordering Kheema Pau (minced meat with bread) which was recommended by their server and was delicious. The pau bhaji was disappointing. The pau was excellent bur the bhaji itself wasn't particularly flavorful. For the mains we ordered their Sheekh kebab (excellent but a little heavy on the salt), their blackened butterfly prawns (delicious), the blackened dal (it's their specialty -- this was one was under seasoned and disappointing), chicken ruby (was basically their chicken makhani, it was good, but not great), the goan monkfish curry (which was outstanding -- very authentic in its taste), their chicken biryani (was just okay), and a shrimp special dish which was outstanding as well (tasted like a Parsi shrimp patio). For desserts we shared their three kulfis. The mango and Pista kulfi was excellent. Their malai kulfi was not good. The ambiance is very nice. The meal was surprisingly reasonable. I would definitely recommend coming here. read more

After years of trying to get in to Dishoom, I finally got to go. And it was so worth the wait. Service was great, food was also great (they make vegetables taste SO good here) and the ambiance was lively and fun. read more

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Ordered butter chicken and a garlic naan and this one crazy dessert. Table for 1 in a very nice aesthetic dishoom in the modern canary wharf. From San Francisco and always ready for British Indian food. read more

This was probably the best meal we ate in London! So happy we had a reservation because it was busy. Our server was very friendly and helpful with the menu and steering us towards the right amount of spice. The samosas were delicious and crispy. The roll was delicious. The chilli cheese toast was full of flavor. The gunpowder postatoes were so delicious. The cheese naan I could eat every day. The Ruby Chicken was the hands-down star of the show. It has so much flavor and we used the leftover sauce on the potatoes, naan, even on cucumbers. So delicious! A MUST GO! read more

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We got super lucky and got a table for two at around 5pm with no wait. By the time we were done at 6pm, there was a queue wrapping around the entire block. Dishoom is amazing. Possibly the best Indian food I've had anywhere, besides India itself. We had the Paneer Roomali Roll and the Up-To-Date Pau Bhaji. Both were so so good. For dessert, the Dishoom Chocolate Pudding, also amazing. Service was super friendly, and they weren't trying to rush us despite the massive number of people waiting. He did try to encourage us to order 2-3 dishes per person, but that would have been way too much food. read more

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Dishoom is a very popular Indian/Persian restaurant in the theater district. Go early for dinner as there can be quite a long line here. Everything is delicious and expertly prepared. Service is fast and friendly. Unfortunately there are only limited non-dairy options. Work with your server to sort that out. Some items listed as vegan have butter so be extra sure to inquire. Otherwise, this is a fine restaurant and a great choice for your pre show dinner. Recommend. read more

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You cannot go wrong with anything here, as every dish is full of spices and flavors, including breakfast items. We have tried the Chicken Ruby, Dishoom daal, okra fries, the Big Bombay, Keema Per Eedu, and loved every bite. Each dish is very rich, so be prepared to get food coma afterwards. This location is quite big, with two floors. The bottom basement floor has booths for large groups. We went for lunch and there was no wait, but you may want to make a reservation for dinner, even though the restaurant is quite big. Dishoom is very family friendly, as they would give little kids an Etch-a-Sketch to play with. This is such a step up from the paper and crayons that kids get in U.S. restaurants. You will need something to keep the kids busy as you develop your food coma. Trust me. read more

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When in London, you can find an Indian restaurant to visit and try. There are many, especially with the history of the two countries. And for dinner there are some places in each area to try. But this time on the visit we wanted to try a place that we knew of when we first tried to have dinner there over two years ago but could not get in. It was packed. The line was long and you had to wait. We could not wait that long since we had an event that night. Yet, this time we were prepared and we went. Welcome to DISHOOM. It is the style of Mumbai, but the history of Bombay. And it is based here in Covent Garden area in London. Which, in any way you think about this, it is exceptional. Within a few minutes they brought us to our table by the window so we could see what was happening outside besides the line of people waiting to get in. The hostess was helpful when she gave us our menus and asked if there were any requests. It was a good discussion since she was also from New York (upstate) and living in London for the time. It is a small world to meet from the same area but in another country. Naturally, we were able to make a few requests while looking at the menu. The first thing to have was a LASSI. A typical yoghurt-drink from India, that was mixed with mango. It is smooth and has a flavor that is special. You can find it in several Indian restaurants and establishments. But here, in Dishoom it was different. This was the type of Lassi I would normally get when working in Delhi. It was smooth and creamy. It also had a touch of fennel on top. With the Lassi, the first item we always order, VEGETABLE SAMOSAS. It is a great way to start a meal. And here it was pure vegetables. It was a short-crust pastry mixed with potatoes, vegetables of the day including peas, spiced cinnamon and other spices. It came with a tamarind style chutney for dipping. It was smooth and crunchy. The flavor was fresh and ideal. Once the samosas were finished we sat and waited to see what would come next. Per the recommendation, we had MURGH MALAI. This is a combination of bite size pieces of tender chicken thighs cooked in a creamy marinade with yoghurt, cheese, ginger, garlic and chili. It has been steeped overnight for that special taste and aroma. There is a balance of flavor from the creamy yoghurt along with the heat of the ground chili paste and warmth from the garam masala powder. It is a special taste of flavor and spices and is creamy and warm. There were also special spices and dips on the side you could always add to enhance the taste even more. Next came the CHICKEN RUBY. This is a house specialty, and it is. It is tender chicken in a rich and silky makhani sauce. It is in a proper currey with a mix of spices including garlic, chili, cumin, garam masala, yoghurt, and a makhani sauce. The chicken is flavored with a marinade that makes it special and tasty. The sauce is the combination of spice and technique that makes it different from what you could find anywhere else. This is a special dish I have not seen in New York, but only in Delhi. It was spicy, sweet, savory, and something you could not give up. With this combination came something we never even considered, but again was recommended. This is CHILI BROCCOLI SALAD. It is not as simple as you imagine. Instead it is a bowl with fresh broccoli, fresh red chilies, and pumpkin. It was topped with sunflower seeds, line, honey, shredded mint leaves and even toasted pistachios. his too could have been a meal to itself. It was a good compliment to the other dishes which were creamy and had some spice to the flavor. This was a taste to compliment everything you had. The dishes were served with NAAN and rice. Both what you expect to have when eating a meal like this anyplace you are. Typical of India is to finish the meals with a cup of CHAI. It is everywhere you go in India, but reminds you of what it might have been like in Bombay. It is rich and warm and has a flavor and taste you might know but did not expect. The team and the service is unbelievable. They are there to help and give suggestions if you are looking for something different. It is different as it is based on what you would normally find in certain regions of India itself. The more options the better. Order a variety to consider and share. There is a mix of meats and vegetables and tastes and styles. The food is excellent. The proportions are just right. This is the way to eat and share the entrees and dishes so you can experience the variety it does have. This is an ideal way to eat and have a conversation at the same time. The variety is a good selection. There is something for everyone. And ask for the recommendations. Step into Dishoom. Step back into India. See what you might have been missing in many ways. Dishoom is a port to experience. read more

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Must go to if you visit London! Their vibe and service are sublime. They even brought us warm chai tea when we were waiting outside in the line. Food was also delicious, my vegetarian fiancé's favorite was house black daal. We ordered bunch of plates including Cheese Naan, Chicken Tikka, Chilli chiken, gunpowder potatoes, MURGH MALAI, Raita, Mattar Paneer, and chocolate pudding for the dessert. We loved Murgh malai, it was perfectly cooked and chicken was so tender. Everyone got mango lassi, except for my fiance (chai tea) and me (Kingfisher beer). And drinks were great. I do recommend making reservation at this place as line could get very very long. read more

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Highlight was the service. Excellent service that was welcoming and kind. Food was tasty but average. Presentation was excellent and menu items sound really good, just flavor felt unauthentic. Ambiance was beautiful, felt fancy yet affordable. Dessert however was delicious and the highlight! read more

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Dishoom doesn't need a critical review. It's buzzing like the AI boom. Always has a line out the door, especially this original location. They dine you fast so don't be discouraged by the long lines. We walked in on a busy Saturday evening & managed to snag a table in 30 mins. The vibe of the restaurant is electric, two floors packed with customers & waiters running around harmoniously. It's really a well run restaurant with top customer service. The menu is intriguing & drool worthy. We tried a bunch of the things - pav bhaji, house chaat, chicken ruby, garlic naan & Kashmiri Chili ice cream. All taste good, but not out of this world good. They do the nail that Bombay Irani cafe vibe & overall it's a crowd pleaser of a place. Dishoom is an impressive place to visit but isn't necessarily a memorable one. Again, it doesn't need this critique as it does a commendable job and it's gonna thrive for years to come. read more

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The dinner was fabulous. Prepare for spice. They don't take reservations and when we showed up there were probably 100 people in line. We waited about 1 hour with an estimated wait time of 40 minutes. They provided us a sample of their chai in line while we waited. I ordered a sunny star martini which was a tad sweet. We shared the prawn patnia, chilli chicken, chota papad, chicken rathi roll, and mattar paneer. My favorite dishes were the prawns and chilli chicken. My least favorite was the mattar paneer. The inside of the building is beautiful, slightly loud, but otherwise great ambiance, reminds me of The Gatsby. The service could use work. No one came back to check on us or refill our water without asking. Accessibility: main floor is accessible, there were a few in wheelchairs that were eating when we went. The bathrooms and bottom floor are not accessible as there is a large staircase. read more

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This will be a must on every future trip to London! Just absolutely delish! I was part of a party of seven, and our server handled it with ease. The atmosphere inside is lively, and bustling with activity! It had a wonderful historic touch too as it was a jazz club once upon a time! I was very impressed with the vegetarian options on the menu - just wonderful tasting!! I can't wait for people to discover this place!!! Yum!!!! read more

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After hearing rave reviews from so many friends, I finally made it to Dishoom with sky-high expectations. The vibe is great, the staff was friendly, and the menu definitely looks promising--but overall, the food didn't quite live up to the hype. We ordered the garlic naan, basmati rice, chilli chicken, mattar paneer, and the chef's special Bhatti chicken. The garlic naan was solid, and the rice was fluffy and well-cooked. The chilli chicken had a nice kick, and the mattar paneer was flavorful, though a bit on the sweet side for my taste. The Bhatti chicken, supposedly the star of the show, was good but not mind-blowing. We also had a chai and a mango lassi--both were tasty, but again, nothing I'd go out of my way for. For the price, I expected bolder flavors and a bit more wow factor. It wasn't bad by any means, but just not as exceptional as everyone made it sound. Maybe it was an off day--or maybe it's just a bit overhyped. Would I go again? Maybe, but I wouldn't rush back. read more

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We had dinner here before going to see a show. Everything about our experience was top-notch and Dishoom lived up to the expectations we had. We were lucky and were able to get reservations a week before when we wanted to dine. We were able to secure a 5:30 reservation for four pre-theatre. We were seated promptly after arriving. We told our server that our daughter had a tree nut allergy and he told us we could scan a QR code that would very clearly point out what allergens were in which dishes. He was very mindful in helping to pick out things that were ok for our daughter. We ordered the chicken ruby, chicken tikka, golden potatoes, house black daal, kambucher, plain and garlic naan, and basmati. Our favorites were the chicken ruby which is similar to a chicken tikka masala and black daal which had a smoky flavor to them. To end our meal we got the dark chocolate pudding and the vegan version of the kala khatta gola ice since the regular version had nuts. The chocolate pudding was silky and rich but we didn't care for the kala khatta which was salty. I also ordered the chai which was excellent. I thought the ambiance at the restaurant was really nice too. Casual yet fancy. We came with our older children but we saw many families with younger kids. The inside is dimly lit with incandescent lighting so it had a warm glow. And the service was top-notch - warm, gracious and attentive without being overbearing. I would definitely return to Dishoom! I loved the black dahl so much that I looked up the recipe in their cookbook. read more

Ordered: Lamb Samosas (~£8) Black Daal (~£11) Chicken Ruby (~£18) Chicken Biryani (~£18) Chicken Tikka (~£14) Steamed Basmati Rice (~£5) Garlic Naan (~£5) Mango Kulfi (~£6) Aya's take: First meal on my first trip to London had to be Indian cuisine! We stopped by Dishoom around 6:15pm where the line for walk-ins was quite long. We were quoted a 45-minute wait time which was pretty accurate. They passed out some chai while we were waiting which was a nice touch; it was super fragrant and delicious! Most of the dishes here are small and meant for sharing. They recommended 2-3 dishes per person which we found to be plenty of food for 2 people. The Black Daal was absolutely delicious and unlike any daal dish I've had. It has a deep, buttery, and aromatic flavor that was so soothing on a cold day. The Chicken Ruby is outstanding and is a must-order in my opinion. It has a great balance of spice and flavor. The Chicken Biryani felt like a fusion of Indian and Iranian dishes; I thought it was outstanding especially with the berries! It had a kick to it and our waitress was nice enough to give us some raita on the side. The Chicken Tikka was my least favorite dish as it was a bit dry and overly spicy for my liking. The seasonings weren't prominent and all you can really taste is spice. I was surprised that none of these dishes came with sides so we ordered the Basmati Rice or Garlic Naan which were both very well-made. We shared a Mango Kulfi to end off with which was creamy, lightly sweet, and mellowed out my palate after all those delicious flavors. The ambiance felt upscale yet casual at the same time and I loved the green accent color throughout. Must visit in London! read more

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Before heading to London, everyone I talked to told me I need to go to Dishoom. I was really excited to try it out because of how much hype there is with this restaurant. I was not disappointed! The food was very tasty and very flavorful. I got the jackfruit biryani which had so many spices it was great! I also had some amazing oat milk chai too. It was so good I bought the tea leaves! I had a great experience at Dishoom, and I would recommend it to anyone who's visiting London. read more

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I've heard so much about Dishoom from friends and was excited to finally try it out myself! My friend and I stopped by their Covent Garden location for lunch on Monday around 12 and was seated promptly. It was much busier than I expected for Monday lunch, but I guess it makes sense cause it's such a popular spot. We were in a rush because we had a flight to catch afterwards so we ate quickly and left. I had the prawn pathia (£19.50), as it was marked as the special for this location. It's essentially a shrimp curry in a tangy tomato-based sauce and comes with one roomali roti. I really enjoyed this dish and was glad it wasn't too spicy for me. I also liked the roomali roti, which is a large and very thing type of roti. I've never had it before but will definitely be on the lookout for it going forward. I saw lots of tables getting this, so it seems to be one of the things to get here. My friend had the chicken tikka roll (£10.50). It's a lighter entree and was good but not amazing. We also shared the black daal (£9.50) since it's described as Dishoom's special dish. We both didn't particularly like this one. I found it a bit bland after eating the prawn curry. Service was kinda meh. Somehow our server out our order in for the wrong table and I watched our food get delivered to a table near us. It was frustrating especially because we were in a hurry to eat and go. They charge an optional 12.5% service fee, so we paid around £50 for our lunch. read more

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Very good food. I wish they allowed you to change spice levels but they did bring fresh peppers when my food was too mild. The rice is ala cart but can be shared between two if you do not require a lot of rice. Overall, a good experience but not quite as amazing as I had heard. read more

I simply won't shut about Dishoom because I think this was our favorite meal in London. We made a reservation for 6 a while back and on arrival had to wait a few for the table but once inside we got seated at this amazing booth with temperature and music controls. We opted family style but for drink I got a king fisher and be warned Americans the larger size is a giant bottle definitely better for sharing For our meal we got the Ruby chicken (which is basically butter chicken), biryani, chicken tikka (no curry so be warned!!) chili chicken Samoas and garlic naan. We got the potatos but would do without next time. Every single entree was stunning like some of the best Indian food ever. To top the meal off I got the chai and this chai is something I will dream about. Make a reservation and go to Dishoom!! The vibes, food and service are truly unmatched read more

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I don't get it. What's the big hype? Our hotel concierge provided a list of suggested restaurants which included Dishoom. He implied it'd be busy. So the four of us scurried over last Saturday night around 5:30pm. The line wasn't too long. We were told it'd be a 35 minute wait. No problem. Provided our name and given a pager. We went over to the bar and ordered drinks. Our pager went off within the estimated wait quoted. We sat at a round table. Our server was Sylvester. He was attentive. He said we ought to do family style which was our plan. We ordered: * vegetable samosas - came in three. * the house chaat - small portion. Very tasty * roti - my sister shared an order with my BIL. I didn't get to try it. Would have liked to. * plain naan - I requested an order so hubby and I shared this. Was very charred. How can you go wrong with naan? It came two to an order. Sylvester said they would write it off. We ordered another order. Not as burnt and charred but I've had better. * chicken tikka - very spicy * ruby chicken - Sylvester's suggestion. Said a house special. It was ok. And the most expensive item we ordered. * the house daal - my favorite dish. Went well with the naan. * paneer tikka - thick slices of goat cheese. I liked this dish too. The restaurant offers live music but not while we were there. The lighting is very dimmed and the noise level is very high. It was hard to carry a conversation. Not a place where you want to linger. When we left there was a huge line outside. That's not including the people waiting inside at the bar. I'm not sure I'd go back. Plus no photos as the lighting wasn't the best. The only photo is our beverages while we were in the bar. read more

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I had heard a lot of great things about Dishoom, but I'm not sure it lived up to the hype. It's a lovely Indian restaurant with a great atmosphere, though. We arrived without a reservation and were told the wait would be about 20 minutes, which seemed reasonable. It ended up being closer to 35 minutes, but they offered chai to everyone waiting outside, which was a nice touch. The interior had beautiful decor that reflected Indian heritage. We decided to try just one dish to see if the price matched the buzz. We ordered the Mattar Paneer along with one garlic naan and one regular naan. While the food was good, I'm not sure the price was justified compared to other Indian restaurants I've visited. When they found out we were celebrating a birthday, they surprised us with chili ice cream and a chocolate lava cake, which was a nice gesture. The service was generally good, but they didn't check on us for refills on water. Overall, it's a mixed experience. If you've got time and want to enjoy a nice ambiance, it could be worth checking out for a date night. read more

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Dishoom is easily the best Indian restaurant I've ever had. The food was delicious, so full of flavor, and had incredible depth and layers to the flavors. Service was great and attentive, and servers took great care to make sure we had everything we needed. The restaurants all have a cool indoor vibe to them that almost transports you back in time in the best way. Dishoom is a top tier restaurant that I will go back to as soon as I can. read more

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Great restaurant near Leicester square. They do take reservations but do strongly enourage walking. Decent line around 7pm on a Friday but the wait was no more than 15 mins and they offer chai and mint tea while you wait (the chai has a kick!). Once seated the server was quite attentive and full of recommendations. I settled on bun maska (more chai!) tandoori paneer (so good) and the daal with side of paratha. The paneer was amazing as was the paratha. The daal was solid but if space would try something else (although solid choice if you want daal) and bun maska good but a little too dense. Overall a solid meal and great service, definitely worth a stop! read more

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An historic cafe experience offering delicious Indian comfort food. Over ten years running and this restaurant still sees lines (or queues as it were) around the corner. Thankfully we skipped ahead with a reservation. Inside we found a bustling cafe evoking imagery of the belle epoque with family portraits lending a homey feel. The environment is a nod to the Iranian cafes that dotted the landscape of what was once-called Bombay. We sampled a variety of dishes -- chicken ruby, puri, paneer, etc. Some of the flavors were familiar to me, but the meal was admittedly an exercise in exploration. Indian cuisine has a funny way of heating up your palette with spice and then cooling it with a yogurt or other sauce. Our meal was no exception -- all dishes were well seasoned and a rollercoaster delight for the senses. What was perhaps as remarkable as the taste and visuals was the excitement with which my friend recalled his childhood experiences. His exposition confirmed for me the authenticity on display. Looking around other guests also seemed happy -- it was a nice reminder of the emotional connection that food can bring. Thank you Sanjay for introducing us to this! read more

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My favorite meal while visiting London. Friends had informed me already of this hot spot and so glad they did. I had an excellent meal, so much so that it made the 30 min outside wait in line, worth it. The hot Chai was served while we waited, which kept us warm in the cold, while we studied the menu. My heart strings were tugged when the menu informs that each meal they serve, they also donate a meal to 2 charities for school children, so lovely. The place is designed beautifully. No resy available unless party of 6 or more, which we didn't have. Food- I loved all my food. I got the lamb samosas. It comes with 3 and a yummy sauce. And the Prawn Koliwada, this is a bomb dish, spicy, well seasoned shrimp with a flavorful sauce, so yum. For my main, I got the cheese naan- which came with cheese and what seemed like a little sautéed veg inside, so interesting. Last, the grilled massal prawns, nice char, and good flavor. Service- Sasha was fantastic. Just attentive enough, and he was really busy! Gave detailed insight about great dishes on the menu and his favorites. One of the folks at our table had a lot of allergies, and he took the time to take the menu to the chef who cross out all items they couldn't eat due to the allergies. Now that's special service. Will definitely visit again when back in town. read more

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My friend recommended that I try Dishoom when I visit London and now idk who I love more: my friend or Dishoom, because that was a fantastic meal! I had the chef special at the time which was a prawn pathia and the amount of flavor in each bite from the garlic and spices was incredible. The naan was buttery and soaked up everything beautifully too. This was easily one of the best meals I had in London and a must visit! read more

Dishoom - Prawn Pathia - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

Service was great! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful with giving recommendations. Ambiance was lovely as well. Mango Lassi was incredibly delicious and refreshing. We absolutely loved the Chaat. The Okra fries were alright; didn't taste much like okra and more like fried batter. The chicken ruby and garlic naan was good, but nothing mind blowing. read more

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Food - I got the black house dal and it was great. Buttery, tasty, and a must get. Whole menu is very vegetarian friendly! Drink - I got the Dishoom margarita. I actually wouldn't call the margarita super unique, but it was very tasty and surprisingly fresh Service - polite and patient Ambiance - my favorite part! I came as a solo diner and felt SO welcome. They say me downstairs in a comfy booth/seat and near other solo diners. Music was amazing, I never felt lonely, and the vibes were buzzy I did have a reservation for 1 person for 5pm. Was surprisingly easy to get when I booked 2 weeks ago, but def make a reservation just in case since at 5pm there was a long queue! read more

Dishoom - Black House Daal - Indian Near Me - London, XGL

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I really wanted this to be a 5 star review based on all of the recommendations I received and the overwhelming amount of raving reviews on here but I really don't think it's worth the hype. My friend and I tried the lamb samosas, okra fries, chicken ruby, murgh malai and the cheesy naan. Overall the food was good, but really lacking spice for being south Asian cuisine. The okra fries were the most flavorful dish out of them all and were perfectly crispy with a nice light batter. The chicken ruby is perfect for the butter chicken lovers as it is thick and creamy but needed more flavor. The Murgh Malai was also nice but again, I had to add sauce for more spice and heat. Everything came out extremely fast but was cold, as if they have all the dishes prepared in the back and bring them out as they're ordered? The ambiance of the restaurant is okay, we were seated on the ground floor but tucked away next to the handicapped toilet and server station. We had rotating servers all night who were attentive but felt like they wanted to rush us out. Maybe if we were seated in the main area of the restaurant I wouldn't have felt like I was in a fast food restaurant? The chai was good, and our server honored the unlimited refills even though we just fell out of the time window which was definitely appreciated. Overall I was satisfied by the meal and service earning the 3 stars, but don't believe the hype, there is much much better Indian and Persian cuisine in the city without the large queue times and more affordable prices. read more

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I was worried that Dishoom was going to be one of those touristy chain restaurants that everyone raves about but haves you leaving disappointed. Well, thankfully, the hype around Dishoom is legit and resulted in one of the best Indian meals I have ever had. We arrived without reservations to a long line but only ended up waiting about 30 minutes. While we were in line the restaurant offered free Chai which was nicely milky and creamy with a light spice. Once seated we ordered a variety of dishes to share. I started with a Mango Lassi: Creamy and sweet with a rich mango flavor. I actually ordered a second because it was so addictive. For an appetizer we tried the Pau Bhaji. Soft airy toasted bread soaked up the flavors of mashed mixed veggies including rich tomato and crisp onions with a light spicy kick. We also had the Prawn Pathia. These prawns were meaty and tender with a nice char giving the dish a nice smokey flavor. The rich flavorful tomato masala was perfect for the prawns. The Chicken Berry Britannia had soft savory rice mixed with tender seasoned chicken and sweet cranberries. This was a nice combination of flavors. We also had the Raita. This milky cool yogurt dish was filled with crisp cucumber. A nice dish to cut through the spice of the other dishes. Finally, I always order Garlic Naan which was soft and savory and perfect for soaking up left over sauce. This was a phenomenal super flavorful meal. With so many options for Indian food in London, there is a reason Dishoom is consistently recommended. read more

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Great food, great service, and great ambiance! We came in for a late lunch around 2 pm, and while there was no line, the place was still bustling with energy. We were seated on the lower level, which offered a nice, more intimate setting. We indulged in various dishes--sea bass, lamb chops, dal, and matar. Each dish was outstanding, and we'd happily order them all again. The wine and cocktail selection was impressive, complementing the meal perfectly. I particularly enjoyed the Padmini Negroni, which featured dark Indian cocoa and sweet pears soaked in Campari, vermouth, and dry gin, garnished with chocolate. In summary, Dishoom Covent Garden offers an exceptional dining experience with delicious food, attentive service, and a vibrant atmosphere. It was one of our favorite dining experiences in London. I highly recommend it! read more

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