great food and interior design so authentic and makes you feel you are in India on the spice road…read moresomewhere

Food was amazing and service was impeccable, made sure all food allergens were known and clearly…read morepointed out what on the table should be avoided for the particular allergies.

Really delicious. I had the lamb dalcha with coconut rice (£12.75), while my friends had roti and…read moreraita, papadums with chutneys, and a thali. It was all quite tasty and smelled amazing. From what I know of traditional South Indian cooking, it also was pretty authentic. From many Indian dining experiences in San Francisco and Los Angeles, where Indian is quite standard, I'd say this compares with what I'm used to in terms of deliciousness :) I liked the interior, which felt both trendy and laid-back at the same time. The location's nice, right near the Peckham Rye station. Service was friendly and I was given extra hot peppers to accompany my meal at no extra cost. The only drawback, for me, are the prices, which seem to be on the high side. Of course, since we aren't in Kerala, we can't get an entire, delicious, gigantic meal for under £5. We're in London, so prices are higher. But this place would be more of a gem if it's prices were a little more appealing.

I think the pori salad was what had me almost fall over because not only did it taste so good that…read moreI almost shovelled the entire thing in my mouth, but the textures were out of this woooooorld!!!!! It was crunchy and delicious and oh my goodness- yum! So try the pori salad. We tried all of the appetisers except the vegetarian street snacks and all of them were very good- the vegetable paneer roll and prawn peera were also winners. For entrees we all split the Cochin prawn curry Chemeen manga Both were excellent and also balanced one another well. A VERY yummy place to eat!

This is my favourite restaurant in London. I sometimes visit twice a week it's that good. I go for…read morefood and drinks every Friday and look forward to it all week!. Yesterday I had the lamb chops for the first time in ages and they were cooked to perfection. Finished off with the coconut kulfi, very refreshing after all the spices. Special thanks to sid, Fatima, Matthew on the bar and all the rest of the team for their friendly welcoming service every visit! See you again next Friday!!

Wow, just wow. Should be 7 stars. The restaurant was…read morerecommended by someone who lives in London. Wonderful decor, you can spend a good amount of time just looking around and your eye will never be bored. Amazing food. Everything we tried was superb. Vegetable samosas, bbq chicken wings, beef biryani, goat shoulder, chicken skins - one dish was tastier than another. We tried not to order lamb chops, but after being almost shamed by our waiter, we got it - and it was probably the very best lamb chops I ever had - anywhere, it is. Just wow. Coconut Kulfi was spectacular. And Bombay Chai was - once again- an absolute wow. Excellent service - prompt, friendly, attentive. Most highly recommended.

We had a big family lunch at Dishoom when we were in London last month, and it was everything I…read morehoped for, an Indian restaurant unlike any I've encountered at home. I feel like all my friends who've been to London have come back talking about this place, and I'm happy to join their ranks. Dishoom was also one of a handful of dining options recommended by my hotel concierge for a party of 11, including kids. Booking was easy, via SevenRooms, no phone calls or emails necessary. It's a large restaurant, and part of a popular chain--I guess they have things figured out. The space was great, open and casual, exposed ceilings and eclectic decor. Lots of fans, which my three-year-old appreciated. Service was friendly and attentive. I started my lunch with a drink, a refreshing green India Gimlet, gin and Rose's lime with celery bitters and fresh dill. I also tried and liked a sip of the New Permit Room Old-Fashioned, a slightly sweet cocktail with coconut-washed bourbon, Pedo Ximénez sherry, and Medjool date liqueur. There was only one menu available for a party of our size, a pre-set family-style group feast for eight adults, to which we added a pre-ordered platter of lamb chops. I loved the variety of dishes that came with this meal, and every one of them was ridiculously delicious. (There was less available for the three small American children, but they loaded up on hotel breakfast and snacked on naan and colorful puffed crackers.) The first round brought trays loaded with keema pau, okra fries, and bhel, along with lime, cilantro, and sauces for serving. The keema pau was incredible, probably my favorite dish of our lunch, if in part because it was 100% new to me. It was a spicy, aromatic blend of minced lamb and peas with dill and lindi pepper, served with toasted, buttered buns to make little sliders. So much flavor, it almost explained, by itself, why the British could never leave India alone. The okra fries were warm and crispy, and I loved the bhel, a crunchy snack of puffed rice, peanuts, and Bombay Mix tossed with pomegranate, tomato, onion, lime, tamarind, and mint. The main course was another giant spread: chicken ruby, house black daal, awadhi jackfruit biryani, and chilled broccoli salad, plus our charred lamb chops, with sides of roti, naan, and raita. The chicken ruby was the highlight here, a fragrant, comforting curry with tender chicken in a buttery makhani sauce. The house black daal is a Dishoom signature, and it was lovely, cooked for over 24 hours. The biryani was fluffy and nice, studded with jackfruit, barberries, and sultanas. The broccoli salad was a fresh hit of green, enhanced with pistachio, mint, red chillies, pumpkin and sunflower seeds, dates, and lime. The lamb chops made for a hearty entrée with a lot of flavor, the lamb marinated, grilled, and finished with Kashmiri chilli sauce. The thin, griddled roomali roti and the fresh-baked naan were both great accompaniments, as was the minty, cucumbery raita. For dessert, we had a choice of kulfi, creamy ice pops available in mango, pistachio, or malai, the original flavor touched with caramel. All three were superb, so cold and milk, easy to throw down the hatch. This was, it turned out, an enormous feast, but everything was so delicious and well balanced that I didn't notice how much I was eating until I got up. I was still full several hours later, when we went to dinner. If you want to eat Indian food in London, you should definitely find your nearest Dishoom. It's a wonderful restaurant, with top-notch food and no hassle. I certainly intend to go again.

I was finally able to try Dishoom on my last trip to London and we came by with a large group so…read morewere lucky to try a variety of dishes. First, I started with the mango lassi which was so fresh and naturally sweet. I loved the fennel seeds on top for added flavor. Such a great start to the meal. My favorites of the night were the chicken ruby (a must order and crowd pleaser), lamb biryani, and black daal. The chilli chicken was also a super flavorful app to share and the garlic naan was great as well. Everything is nicely flavored and I appreciate how patient and understanding the staff were with the food allergies and restrictions our group had. Definitely a must in London!

What an amazing place. This restaurant is very close to Borough Market and the rowdy pub scene…read moresurrounding it. However, it is tucked away on a side street, making it perfect for a relaxing,upscale experience. The restaurant is quite elegant and the staff is friendly and highly attentive. Our waiter anticipated our needs . The food here is flavorful, incredibly seasoned, with just the right amount of heat. It is well spiced without being overwhelming. Truly some of the best Indian food I have had in my many years of travel.

The lunch special is a great value (ask for the lunch menu!). Food was beautiful and delicious…read more Service was attentive and friendly.

Best Indian food in London. Period. Had the paneer tikka with mushroom noodles. Both were…read morefantastic. Delivery was quick.

Now, i have been promised a great Indian takeaway before and been gutted to receive an oily carton…read morewith reconstituted chicken. Not here - top quailty ingredients where the pictures on the menu really do reflect the finished product. The menu is so varied and you get the chance to try dishes only really found in a restaurant rather than a takeaway menu, for example the fantastic Achari Chicken and Shatcora Gosth. To top it all off the price range is great with a set menu with all the trimmings for two at £20 and most mains with chicken around £4.30 with prices rising if you want the King Prawn option. Be sure to book early at peak times as they are so popular you can expect around an hours wait but it is worth it!

Staying in the area, we were looking for a solid Indian restaurant. Sherry found Tower Tandoori on…read moreYelp. Our waiter Ali was top notch. Friendly and attentive. We started with a basket of pappadum with four sauces, a samosa chaat and then shared tandoori puri chicken and palak paneer. Everything was spot on - service, taste, portions, all great. We had galub juman for dessert! Wonderful. Sorry about the photos! We were too hungry to wait!!

Ate here post London Marathon and exactly what I could of dreamed of…read more We Had: Drink: Masala chai (great) Apps:chicken tikka trio, papadom basket Punjabi samosas - so good Meal chicken tikka butter Marsala with steamed rice and garlic naan - perfect Desert gulajamum (Indian milk donuts) - unreal!

Came from Scotland today and needed a chill vibe late at night with amazing food in the Tower Hill…read morearea. The greeting was so welcoming and my server, Kawsor, was genuinely so kind and attentive. They constantly refilled my water and brought me a warm damp napkin at the end to clean my hands, which was such a nice touch. Servers are AMAZING!!! The food was SO good, especially the garlic naan, which I highly recommend. The whole atmosphere was really chill and welcoming, and it was the perfect place to end a long travel day. 10/10 I will be back

Wanted to make sure we did Indian while in London. Made reservations at The India. A little…read moreconfusion with the listed locations and Open Table but we managed to get to the 2 St Mary's location. The waiter seemed to have a little attitude - especially when I did not want his suggestion of pappadum. But when all was said and done, we had a lovely meal. We ordered samosas, chicken biryani, aloo gobi, one naan and one rice. We also received a daal which I think came as the main entree with the aloo gobi. It came quickly and very hot. Service was attentive.

Dishoom is SO good! If you love Indian food and a cute, aesthetic restaurant, I would definitely…read morerecommend coming here. My friends and I came while we were in London and shared a meal, which ended up being more than filling for all of us. I already love Indian food and had heard so much about how popular Dishoom was in London, so of course I had to see if it lived up to the hype. And the hype was definitely met! Good food, beautiful atmosphere, and absolutely worth trying while you're in London.

We've heard all about Indian cuisine in the UK and in particular about Dishoom so we got on line to…read moretry it out. While waiting outside they offered everyone a glass of different drinks which I appreciated. After about 30 minutes, we were brought inside to our table. The lady for our table was generally speaking friendly - took our order and helped us with a few questions. The food was good. Tried a few different dishes and they were all flavorful, some with a bit of spice but never to the point where it compromised the flavors. Nice spot with good amount of seating. Intimate spot that's good for both groups and dates.

The food, service, and ambiance make for a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommendedread more

In my opinion, this is the best Indian restaurant in London. The Rajasthani thali was sublime,…read moreghatta curry, dal bhaiti, churma, the absolute best. The service was wonderful. The restaurant itself is beautiful. We ate here at least three times, each time the highest quality food. Both the vegetarian and meat thali are excellent.