When in London, eat where the locals eat and across the board a visit to London is incomplete without a visit to Dishoom. We are still in London, have been twice, and will try and go one more time. One of the best restaurants that you can absolutely guarantee a fantastic meal. From the moment we walked in we were treated like incredibly special guest. The guy who sat us (long wavy hair, beautiful smile) is such a valuable addition, his joy set the mood for our evening. As always, and it seems in every Dishoom restaurant, it was packed, but that made no difference. The restaurant is like a well oiled machine with everything working to perfection. We started with veg samosa's very good. Then chicken Ruby Murray, Murgh Malai, garlic naan, and rice. All were excellent. I wish we had ordered one more main, although we were stuffed, you always leave wanting more. Ruby Murray, the chicken melted in our mouths. The sauce was superb, needed more heat, but my husband can't take too much heat and our waiter anticipated that and brought 3 more sauces to our table, pointing out the spiciest out to me. Our waiter's favorite dish is the Murgh Malai, he said he has it daily, it is chunks of chicken thighs grilled to perfection, excellent and very different than what I would have ordered, grateful for his suggestion. I have gone on and on but the restaurant deserves it. While you are there, walk the area, it is half open air mall and half closed. Filled with restaurants, shops, and very upscale. Open air area along the Thames, seating, gorgeous. And last...Our son and his friends joined us for the beginning of our trip and he insisted we take the Uber boat. Right on the Thames with many pick ups and drop off's we took it two stops last night from Battersea to Chelsea Harbor and the cost was £1.32 each. To get to Dishoom we took a taxi from Chelsea Harbor and it cost £26. Busy with traffic. Take the boat! read more

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Omg, absolutely delicious. Make a reservation is highly recommended.. the service is always really great and never disappoints. I've gone a few times with a reservation and the times that i did not have a reservation was still a pleasant experience. The staff allowed us to wait inside at the bar area until our buzzer went off (to signal that our table was ready) I've ordered many things off the menu and feel that one cannot go wrong with what they order. I would just be mindful that your clothes will smell of delicious Dishoom once you do leave the restaurant. read more

The food was good but not great. Didn't feel very authentic The music was so loud we couldn't hear ourselves! The service was millennial. read more

We came on a Tuesday at 7 pm, and it was super busy. They seated us at the bar for about an hour, but it wasn't too bad because we could order drinks and small appetizers. The food came pretty quickly, and it was AMAZING. The seasonal special, lamb briyani, was the best briyani I've ever had! We also got amazing butter chicken, chaat, and garlic naan bread. Everything was extraordinary! At night, the place can be pretty loud and a bit dark. If you have small kids, ask to sit in the family area. It was super affordable and I would highly recommend! read more

Fantastic, quality Indian food. Great menu, super large variety. Blackened prawns were great. Place is massive and yet still a wait. That's how good it is. read more

Although the line to get in appeared long once we were in line it moved quickly and we were seated inside in about 20 minutes. They also have a very nice bar and outdoor seating. Our wait staff person was very friendly and helpful explaining a dish and screening us for any food allergies. The menu is unusual and has lots of different dishes unlike what you normally find- the black daal is a signature dish. We took her suggestion and got the popadums with side sauces. They came out quickly and we enjoyed them while waiting for our food. We ordered the butter plain naan, the black daal, the paneer and the chicken. All were superb. The black daal was exceptionally good with a depth of flavors and a richness we had not had before. The naan was hot, freshly baked and perfect with the other dishes. I loved the paneer- four slabs per order with pomegranate and herbs for garnish. We didn't order drinks but they had a lot of unique options. The place is high energy and the interior is cozy. A fun change from the usual! read more

Love the food and vibe. We went twice while we're in London. Great service and worth waiting! We will be back next time for sure! read more

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So very different from every other Indian restaurant we have ever been to! This place is a lively scene! Dishoon pays homage to the old Irani cafes of Bombay while keeping the dishes fresh for the here and now. Cool building - Used to be the Barkers Building, an Art Deco department store. Dishoon has managed to completely create a restaurant feel without losing any of the old Art Deco charm. We LOVED the -Garlic Naan (£ 3.90) baked in the Tandoor -Pau Bhaji (£ 6.10) - a house specialty - mashed veg with buttery buns -House Chaat (£ 6.90) - sweet potatoes with yoghurt, pomegranate, beetroot, radish, carrot, tamarind drizzle, and green chutney - the perfect balance of sweet and tangy -Chicken Ruby (£ 13.70) - Tender chicken in a rich makhani curry sauce read more

Worth the hype! We waited for quite some time to be seated without a reservation and somehow had a great time even while waiting. Hats off to the staff for really making sure guests are receiving great service throughout their entire visit. The atmosphere is like an elegant speakeasy from back in time. The servers will guide you through ordering to make sure you order enough food for your party. My favorite dish was the chicken ruby! read more

Dishoom - Spicy espresso martini ( i think chai?) - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

I live in the States and am a big fan of Indian food, so I did research the best Indian restaurants in London ahead of my arrival. This place was phenomenal from the courteous welcome to friendly and efficient service. Food is stellar. Go now!!!! What are you waiting for? read more

Lively upbeat restaurant with delicious English Indian cuisine. Not sure if you can call it an authentic Indian but all the food we ordered were delicious. Flavors were there but no heat. Waitstaff were very friendly and prompt. Super busy but well organized. Overall, enjoyable experience. read more

Great food with unique flavors across dishes. I appreciated the innovative take on some traditional dishes too. Our server was really attentive and engaged with our table - offering personal recs and ensuring needs were met. The art deco style was really cool but the restaurant is packed usually and very open and loud. All in all would go back when in town again. read more

TL;DR: Tasty with hits / misses, great ambiance + service, but pricey. Dishoom was the main Indian restaurant that folks recommended I try while in London. Overall, I was happy with the experience, especially with the amazing old timey atmosphere, live jazz music, and some really nice dishes. I just spent more than I wanted to (~GBP 70 OR USD100 / pp with drinks). Food: Some dishes with some really nice, deep flavors with some misses. -Vada Pau: Really tasty bun + delicious sauces! -Okra fries: Thin, crispy, + also delicious! -Masala prawns: Flavorful + plump. -Chicken ruby: Really deep, complex flavors - one of their better dishes -House black daal: Rich + deep flavors - also one of their better ones. -Breads: I was ecstatic to see that they had both roomali roti + puri, especially since I've never seen roomali roti outside of India. The puri was tasty (deep fried, flaky, yum) but the roomali roti wasn't as tasty as I'd hoped (can probably skip unless you want the novelty). -Cocktails: Fun, elegantly prepared (the old fashioned comes in a little bottle that you pour over a block of ice). Tasty but pretty pricey @ ~GBP 15 each. Ambiance: Really nice, elegant 20s / 30s feel with high ceilings. The jazz trio in on the upper level was a very nice touch! Service: Attentive, professional, + friendly. Might go again to try some of the better dishes, but only if I'm prepared to spend a lot more than an avg meal. read more

Ok when my daughter suggested we eat here I was skeptical and didn't think I would really like it. Well I was wrong and had some of the best tasting food ever. So many flavors and choices to choose from and the place was really neat the way it was set up. Great ambiance and service too. Don't let the idea of this type of food fool you into thinking you won't like it because you will. read more

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Almost every person I asked for food recommendations in London said to come here. Many said that this was the best Indian food that they have ever had. So I needed to come here. I didn't have reservations beforehand, because they were all taken. EXPERIENCE We walked in on a weekday for quite early dinner. They had us sit in the waiting area in the front. We did not order anything while waiting, it was hard to get the wait staffs attention. We waited not too long also, maybe 20-30 minutes. We got seated at a table for 4, when we were only a party of two. It was a small wait, but once the food started coming, it all came quickly. Midway into our meal, a more senior manager came and told us we needed to move tables. A reservation added an additional person to their party last minute and needed our table or something. So they moved our part of two to a booth that could fit 6 people. They transported all of our food and said that we could get a dessert and a drink on the house. It was kind of inconvenient to move, and not sure how we ended up with a bigger table, but the complimentary food did help. FOOD (5/5) House Chaat - Amazing. Just as expected. Very flavorful. (4/5) Masala Prawn - Juicy. The charring on them added a lot of flavor. Great with the sauces provided. (5/5) Matar Paneer - Super creamy. I'm bias because I love this dish so much. (4/5) Black Daal - Very heavy and creamy. Still yummy! Expected. (5/5) Garlic Naan - How can you go wrong with garlic naan?? (3/5) Chicken Tikka - A bit dry. Not very unique. DRINK (5/5) Rose Cardamom Lassi - To be honest, I think I've only had mango lassi before. So this was novel to me. I liked the floral rose contrasting with the spice of cardamom. Delicious, creamy, and refreshing! (5/5) Chai - This was really good. Decent portion size. A MUST try. DESSERT (4/5) Basmati Kheer - This was not a traditional kheer. It was more gelatinous, like a flan of sorts, it held its shape. The flavor was good, just not in the texture we expected. OVERALL The food was delicious, maybe not the most authentic, but definitely gluttonous. It is a tad on the pricier side. I think the service was mediocre. We were asked to move mid meal, and after the move it felt as though we were not as attentive. The ambiance was nice, I was hoping that on the balcony there would be live music, maybe on the weekends it happens. I agree with all of my friends that you should come here if looking for Indian food. Just know its going to be busy and a bit chaotic. read more

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Service is a little slow, but drinks are great and food is wonderful. Highly recommended.

Keema Per Eedu was a little salty so I didn't finish it. The only thing I like is the house chai. I'll give it a five stars. It's about 20 minutes wait till I had my food served. The waitress was nice. The place was busy and kind of loud. A family friendly restaurant. read more

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This is probably THE most hyped spot of London, so during my September trip on a Wednesday evening, I was excited to try it! So much that I waited 90 minutes to get seated, because of how badly I wanted to experience Dishoom. We waited inside, at least, and got a drink. The interior of the place is super fun and definitely a vibe. So many people chatting and laughing! However, the drinks were decent, but nothing amazing. For the food, we decided to stick with our usual Indian food orders: - Samosas. These were just okay, I've had better elsewhere. - Black Daal- I really enjoyed it! Recommend this. - Chicken Ruby- Very good! The prices were decent for what we got. Would I say that I'd wait in line again to go here? No. But, I do think if you are visiting London, you should try it for the experience and to share your own review! read more

Probably one of the best Indian dishes and meals I've ever had! Tried the lamb shank nihari biriyani and the mutton pepper fry and they were amazing. Service is great here too. read more

Dishoom - Lamb shank nihari biriyani - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

Great Indian food and good naan. The service was pretty good and the drinks were great! Make reservations. read more

Dishoom - Chicken Ruby - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

Came here on Thursday with a party of 3 and a reservation around 6:00pm. We were seated promptly. We ordered A LOT for our little group. To share we got the: Vegetable Samosas (£5.70) Okra Fries (£5.90) Chicken Ruby (£13.70) Paneer Tikka (£9.90) Gunpowder Potatoes (£6.90) House Black Daal (£7.90) Cheese Naan (£4.70) Garlic Naan (£3.90) 2 orders of rice (£3.90 each) Despite the large order we finished almost everything. Portion sizes are on the smaller side. That being said, I'd order everything we got again. The highlights include the Okra Fries, Chicken Ruby, House Daal and the Cheese Naan. Service: Unfortunately our waitress was not good. I think she was new? She had forgotten almost everything we ordered, and by the time we wanted to bill we hadn't seen her in almost 30 mins and the host had to check us out. Definitely will be back! It was so good that I ordered their cookbook and have since made a few recipes. See you soon, Dishoom! read more

Dishoom - gunpowder potatoes - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

Bhel 8.76/10- this was the perfect sweet to savory ratio and so delicious with the green chutney sauce Chicken tikka 8.87/10- they gave very big and hearty pieces for this! Incredibly juicy and flavorful, I wish it was spicier however Black daal 6.74/10- this was good however I expected it to have more flavor, one of their more popular dishes. Really good with spicy and green chutney mixed in to it Garlic Naan 6.34/10- great with the other food however a bit too crispy and not as doughy, also needs more garlic Rose lassi 3.22/10- tasted way too creamy and like yoghurt, recommend either the chai or mango lassi I never got around to writing my ratings for this so they aren't as in depth as normal, I have a lot of stuff in drafts at the moment absolutely love Dishoom though. The wait is worth it, the food is fresh and vibes are unmatched! read more

This was my third time at Dishoom, but the first time at the Kensington location. Consistent with my other experiences, this meal was incredible! Our server was friendly and welcomed us in with a nice overview of the menu, refreshing our memories since it had been some time. The cocktails and appetizers we ordered were excellent, and the entrees were even better. We had an early reservation which allowed us to get seated quickly - this is something I would highly recommend as the line appeared long to get seated upon our exit. We would gladly return the next time we are in London! read more

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This place is really nice, live music and very loud inside. I mostly enjoyed the drinks and they do have a few vegan options available. My only complaint is that the vegan options did not have a mild option and therefore the food was too spicy for me to enjoy. All in all we had a great time and the staff was very and helpful. read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

It was so worth the wait to try this place! We went around 7:30pm and had a 40min wait, which was expected. Thankfully they had a bar area where you can order drinks and wait to be seated for food. They have wide array of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks, so there is something for everyone. The restaurant was spacious but very busy, but once we tried the food, we could see why. Everything was full of flavor, and I especially loved the bhel! The portion size of each dish is not large, and these dishes are definitely meant for sharing, so expect to order many dishes to share. read more

Dishoom - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

WOW! This is a must have visit. We loved every dish we ordered and ate every last bite. Definitely check this place out if you are in the Kensington area. The restaurant was beautiful - 1920s decor and lovely music. The service was fantastic. The food came out so quickly and we were checked on, given great recommendations and left happy. read more

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The absolute best Indian meal I've ever had. The lamb biryani was absolutely amazing. I highly recommend! It is one of my new favorite dishes that I will talk about and crave until I come back the next time I'm in the UK. The service was fantastic. The waiting staff were friendly, energetic, and provided amazing care. We did end up waiting about an hour and a half to be seated at a table, which was fine as we got drinks at the bar ahead of our meal. read more

Great food fast and friendly. The food is sooo good and be hungry they never rush you but you leave so full read more

We went in around 5:45pm and the wait was 45mins. We waited in the bar. The drinks here was so good and the wait time went fast! After we get to the table, the waitress was awesome! She went through the menu and explained well. We decided to get small plates and some dishes so we can share. Everything was so tasty! There was live music (like Jazz) and it made it even more beautiful. I'm sure to go back again! read more

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Met a co-worker here for breakfast. So many people hyped this place up and it did not disappoint. I got a double espresso and the bacon and egg naan. Both were perfect. The waiter and host were both lovely and the design on this place is stunning. Yes and yes. read more

Dishoom - Beautiful interior. - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

Some of the best and most unique Indian food I've had. Everything was delicious. We had chicken tikka roll, Kensington special biryani, chicken ruby and a garlic and cheese naan. If you haven't gotten a garlic and cheese naan together before I highly recommend it. Next time we are in London we will definitely make a point to go back and eat here. read more

Dishoom - Garlic & cheese naan - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

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One of the best foods I've had in London! Although it is on the pricier end, I would say that it is so worth it. Everything was packed with flavor, but also balanced each other out. The lamb was so tender and the garlic naan paired perfectly with the curry. The service was also AMAZING. Everybody was smiling and just seemed happy in general. While waiting for your table, you get to stand in the bar area where they serve you drinks and little snacks. I would totally recommend if you are in London and are looking for a nice dinner. read more

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Indian food has never tasted so good. I came here at 3PM as a walk in and immediately got a table. I ordered the House Chaat which was MIND BLOWING. The flavors were delicately balanced and the sweet potatoes perfectly textured. The jackfruit biryani was well made but needed a bit of chutney for added flavor. Can never go wrong with the perfectly crisp and chewy garlic naan as well. Service wise, it was busy even during the midafternoon. The server even forgot to take my order, however made up for it by taking the naan off the bill. The food is amazing and definitely a must try when in London. read more

They don't take reservations at dinner time, expect for large parties. They have a walk up system to put your name in and even on a weeknight there will be a wait! Be patient, wait at the bar, and try some of their delicious cocktails! The India gimlet and colaba colada were both great! I got the chicken tikka which was so flavorful and cooked to perfection with some char and the fattier pieces would melt in your mouth. I also got garlic naan which was delicious. A trio of chutneys served with the meal was also good and the onion chutney had a kick! read more

Dishoom - Colaba colada - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

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Friendly staff, moody ambiance, very flavorful food and not too spicy. The house black daal was the best we've ever had, so buttery and rich. Family style is the way to go here so you can try a little of everything, plus the plates are small. read more

Dishoom - Menu! - Indian Near Me - Kensington, XGL

Over priced Indian fusion cuisine. In addition the restaurant was on fire (temperature wise) and made it extremely uncomfortable to enjoy one's meal. read more

Went for their breakfast, and again was blown away by the hospitality and service! They went out of their way to give us their bottomless Chai latte on the house! (it's definitely the most flavorful chai I've had in London). As for the food, we got a wrestler's naan and a sausage and egg. I've had the bacon naan before, which I actually was not impressed by, but adding the egg this time turned it into a five star dish. They cook the egg perfectly so it oozes and melts a bit in your mouth. Fantastic portion, and was very stuffed by the end. read more

Listen up folks; if you're taking a trip to London, you MUST muuuust must dine at Dishoom. It's a must, Boo thang! Hands down one of the best and most memorable meals that I had while I was in London. And trust me, it will be just as memorable for you too. But why, you ask? Well, let me just go on ahead and break this little situation on down for you! Ambience is of the essence, and the ambience at Dishoom is simply mesmerizing. Don't be surprised if you feel your eyes twinkling. Just know that this place really IS captivating. The décor is of beautiful Art Deco influence with gorgeous lighting and charming chandeliers. There are two floors of beauty inside with the second floor housing a small stage for their live jazz performers. Seriously, this restaurant is super stunning! Okay, okay... enough about the décor. Let's talk about what really matters here... the food. All hail the CHICKEN RUBY! Just DO it. Please. This is one of their signature dishes and after indulging in it, I can absolutely see why. Their chicken ruby is one of the most fragrantly delicious Indian food dishes that I have EVER had from anywhere. I have yet to go to India, but this dish single handedly beats any and all Indian food dishes that I have ever eaten in the states. Period. The robust spices, flavors, and creamy texture just... did something to my soul. It's almost kind of indescribable to truly describe which is why YOU must try this dish for yourself. Other honorable food mentions include their garlic cheese naan and prawn koliwada. Both were incredibly tasty and plentiful as far as portions are concerned. The garlic cheese naan was warm, fluffy, and stuffed with delicious melted cheese. The prawn koliwada consists of juicy jumbo prawns that are deep fried to a crispy golden brown. The accompanying green dipping sauce makes for the compliment to this dish. Their drinks are amazing as well! I really enjoyed their "Colaba Colada" which is a unique spin on the classic pina colada. Basically, the food was phenomenal with no questions asked. I also have to touch on the stellar service that I received from the moment that I walked in. This is a busy establishment and you may even have to wait for a seat at the bar. I waited for about 20 minutes for a table on an early weekday evening and it was so worth it. My server was informative, charming, and super engaging. He knew exactly what to recommend based on my preferences. I will say that he got a little pushy as far as offering up several different drinks, dishes, and desserts for me to order but I know that's just part of the job. Don't feel pressured to order more than you know that you can handle. The portions are large and filling here so you don't need to order a lot to be satisfied. Just know that this place is pretty pricey too. It was about £40 for one not including tax and tip. BUT... for the entire experience, I'd say that it's totally worth a visit. The live jazz music is like the icing on the cake! Dishoom is a MUST if you're coming to London. read more

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Beautiful venue with comfortable seating. Staff was super kind and had great recommendations for us regarding dish selection and how spicy they were compared to other dishes. Amazing sides! -Cheese Naan dipped in the Sauce from Ruby chicken! Very little spice when dipped. - Chilli Butter Bhutta (cooked corn on cob) was amazingly flavorful and well balanced ! Slight spice. - Gunpowder potatoes were very flavorful but not overpowered by the spices. Not very spicy. Mains -Ruby Chicken was a big hit ! Recommend getting a side of rice as it isn't included. If you order the special Briryani you can use some rice from it for the dish. Not very spicy sauce. - Special Briryani was very presentable and also had tender soft meat; sauce is on the spicy side ! 10/10 some of the best food I've ever tried ! Will come back anytime I'm back in London! read more

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Great vibe and service. The food was pretty good, but to me the music and the decor were the star of the show!