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Not just "hyped", dishoom deserves the recognition! SERVICE Amazing service, easy to make reservations online, and easy to check in and get seated once your entire party has arrived. INSIDE Spacious, clean, and plenty of seating both upstairs and down. MENU For larger parties, they recommend their prefix menu which includes a various sampling of lots of delicious items. FOOD 10/10 I haven't eaten Indian food much, but was thoroughly impressed. From my mango lassi which was perfectly sweetened and tart to buttered buns, fried okra, black Dahl, garlic naan, and lamb skewers, everything was delicious. I esp loved the lamb skewers! We ordered a side of garlic naan with cheese which is basically a quesadilla and it was super cheesy and delicious as well. OVERALL Would def recommend Dishoom when visiting London. It'll definitely be a hit in your books!
This was a difficult restaurant to rate... If you like good spicy food, I think it deserves at least four stars. But I would give the service one star. They told us it would be an approximately 30 minute wait for outdoor seating, and so we sat at the bar. When they finally came for us about 40 minutes later, they said they did not have a seat outside and it might be much longer. When we asked how much longer, she said she had to go check. And then she said it was a miracle, but an outdoor table opened up. It must've been a big miracle, cause there was at least another table outside open. My sister and I placed our orders, and the waiter said we had ordered a very small amount of food, and that we really should consider ordering more. She made specific suggestions on what we should add to our order. Since my sister and I had had a fairly substantial lunch and only wanted a lighter dinner, we thought we were good. And we told her that. But she still pushed harder about ordering more food. I really felt like they were trying to upsell us. But we left it as it was. The food came out... we had a starter of fried okra. It was marvelous! My sister had ordered chicken tikka masala, and I had the lamb chops. The lamb chops were incredibly tender, but I did not expect to find them as spicy as they were. However, I like spicy food so they were good. My sister is not a big fan of spicy food, and as she took a bite of her chicken, she almost spat it out. She cried out spicy spicy, and I knew we were in trouble. We flagged down our waiter and ordered some raita. Our waiter never came back to check on us. When she picked up the dishes at the end, she asked my sister if she did not like the chicken, and my sister told her it was too spicy. The waiter told her next time she should order something different. I was just not very happy with how we were treated there.
We came here on a Friday night after looking at yelp reviews. It was close to our hotel and there was a little bit of a wait. So we sat at the bar. My dining companion ordered a margarita that came straight up with a smoky paprika, sort of rim. I ordered the Mojito. They make their own Mojito mix and it was exceptional. Just a little hint of mint, but the excellent drink. Our bartender did not steer us wrong. We sat outside and ordered the okra appetizer, tikka masala, lamb chops and naan. Our wait staff said we were ordering a very small amount of food. I thought it should be enough, as we had a large lunch. She was kind of insistent, but maybe she was just trying to be helpful. The fried okra was amazing. It was like french fries but with okra. There's just a hint of spice very very crunchy and delicious. The rest of our meal came. I really should have asked about the spice level, but I did not. The menu didn't say my dish was spicy, but it was far too spicy for me. Since our wait staff did not come back to check on us there was not much I could do. However, I did flagged down another waiter and asked for some raita. This helped but I don't like the burn so I was pretty much done eating at that point. My sister's lamb chops were very tasty but overcooked for my preference. But we weren't asked how she wanted her lamb chops so there you go. I bet this is a phenomenal restaurant if you like a high level of heat. And maybe on a night when they weren't so busy and the wait staff stretched so thin. I will say I thought the cocktails were exceptional. And our bartender was great. I would really give it a 2.5 but there are no half star so I'm rounding up
Came by for breakfast the other day and it was a decent experience. Dishoom Shoreditch is conveniently located near a bus stop. Dining is available both indoors or outdoors in the covered seating area. Service was attentive by the staff. Started off with the chai and it was decent. I think their chai used to be more fragrant. Moved on to the wrestler's naan and it was gigantic featuring freshly baked naan cream cheese, ketchup, eggs, streaky bacon, along with sausages. The wrap was a touch hard to eat too! The restaurant was 20% full during a weekday breakfast. The restaurant was offering some type of loyalty card at checkout. Paying is done via QR code and credit card...which leads me to ask the question...what is the 12.5% service charge for then?!?
Dishoom absolutely delivers on flavor. Every dish we tried had depth, heat, and that layered spice that lingers in the best way. The prawns were good, perfectly cooked with bold, punchy seasoning. My biggest recommendation: go big with your ordering. This isn't the kind of place where you stick to one or two plates. The magic really happens when you try a wide variety and share everything around the table. It's much better suited for larger groups than a small, quiet dinner for two. Service was solid, attentive without hovering, and the overall vibe is lively, energetic, and fun. It feels like a place meant for conversation and passing plates back and forth. Only minor knock: oddly enough, the toilets weren't as clean or as vibey as the rest of the restaurant, which felt a little off-brand given how polished everything else is. That said, 100% worth the visit. Go hungry, bring friends, and order more than you think you need.
Dishoom is always a go-to while in London. Everything is so flavorful, so fresh and so delicious. The restaurant has such a great energy and is always lively. The staff is friendly and attentive. I do recommend a reservation as I have never seen it not busy. This restaurant is also a great option if you have vegetarian/vegan folks in your group as the menu has something for everyone. My personal go-tos - chai tea, house black daal, and the chicken ruby. I highly recommend Dishoom if you are in London!
Since I was unable to post photos in my previous review nor was I able to edit my review to post photos, I'm posting my photos in an update.
Came on a Friday night without a reservation, and only had to wait 20 min for a table for two. Loved the large NA drink menu. The matcha sour was great. Food was good. Menu was really large, which was nice, and the server was helpful in navigating it. Would recommend.
Dishoom had been on our list for weeks leading up to our recent trip. We were able to grab the last walk in table available just before 6pm. The food was mouth watering and oh, so delicious. The chicken ruby was the star of the show, though it did not have much chicken. I would suggest adding more chicken. They recommend that you order 3-4 things and split them amongst 2 people and that is what we did. The interior was very nice and the vibes were high. It was very crowded! We would go back tomorrow if we could! Looking forward to when it expands to the US.
I've really been looking forward to finally being able to give Dishoom a try! I walked-in around 6:30 on a Monday and was quoted around a 20 min wait time (solo dining this time) -- there's a nice bar area for customers to wait and order some drinks/snacks. Ultimately I managed to get seated just around the estimated 20 min :) Per my server's recommendation, I ordered the chicken ruby with garlic naan, and it was definitely a great choice. I loved the depth of the curry flavour, a wonderful balance of umami, creaminess and the (just-right level of) spicy-ness. The meat was so tender and juicy, and very well-infused with the rich curry flavour. The garlic naan, light and fluffy, was a lovely complement to the heavier flavours of the curry (but I wish it had more of a garlicky taste). I also ordered a mango and fennel lassi to drink, which was yummy. The mango flavour was crisp and fresh, and I liked that it wasn't too sweet nor was the texture too thick. I did not taste much of the fennel though. Portion sizes were not bad -- I think it's definitely a higher-end restaurant and the prices reflect that. I'm really looking forward to my next visit already to try some other fantastic dish off their fairly-extensive menu.
Came to Dishoom in Shoreditch with no reservation and expected a long wait, but it wasn't too bad. We hung out at the bar and the bartender recommended their special drink, which ended up being amazing. I ordered the murgh malai and the chicken ruby and both were so flavorful and comforting. The garlic naan was okay but it didn't have much of a garlic taste, so that was the only thing I wasn't obsessed with. Overall the experience was great. The vibe is lively but still cozy, and the service was friendly and attentive even with the crowd. I would definitely come back.
Had reservations for lunch at this place. Have seen the long lines at the other locations. We were seated immediately upon arrival. Sat downstairs. Was a little noisy and loud here so it was hard to hear our waitresses response and recommendations. We had the chicken biryani, the chef special - Prawn Pathia, the moan monkfish curry and the vegetarian samosas. Also ordered some naan. The sauce on the Prawn Pathia was so good. The prawns were well marinated and tasted great. The sauce had a spice to it and as well as some tang - tasted like chutney. We needed the extra naan for this and the curry. Fish curry was delicious- the first couple of spoons you could taste the tanginess of the curry but the coconut milk rendered a nice sweet ending. The vegetable samosas came with some chutneys/sayces. Our favorite was the coriander and mint: so refreshing. Definitely coming back next time I'm in London.
Amazing Indian restaurant on the pricer side but worth it. You can't make reservations but you can wait in line. They give you complimentary drinks while you wait and the line moves fast. They then let you get a drink in the bar area while you wait. The atmosphere is super cool and fun. The service from the waiter to the hostess was fantastic. Very attentive and knowledgeable. They have multiple locations as well. Def worth a stop!
4 years ago
Best Indian food I've ever had. We have been twice now and my ultimate favorite is the chicken ruby. Also had a delicious lemon, ginger and mint tea. The restaurant is huge but by 6:30 there was a long line out front to get a table, so try to make a reservation. Wait staff are fast and very good at giving recommendations (the chicken ruby was a recommendation). Wish I could go back again now after I've digested everything. read more
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I've heard great things about Dishoom before traveling to London. Reservations are a must, we were able to get the earliest reservations and honestly it was busy which was surprising for a Saturday at 9am. We chose to sit on the veranda at a regular table but there were also sofa tables, which was nice. The vibe was great out there, it was cozy and comfortable. I ordered the Akuri, which was spiced scrambled egg with buns. It was delicious just spicy enough and with the buns amazing! We also had the masala chai which is def a must when visiting. It hit the spot since it was a chilly morning. Overall I'd really recommend this spot if you're in London. read more
4 years ago
No reservations for lunch time but still got seated in the veranda! I was quite lucky. This is one of the restaurants I knew I had to try during my vacation and it was delicious. Got the cheese naan and the lamb samosas and the mix of flavours and textures was so comforting and a delight to eat. I will visit again for a full meal next time! Servers are very nice here and service was fast. read more
This was a fantastic place on first trip to London close to Liverpool St The ambience and decor are just great Good ideas , good sayings on the wall and great fusion food. Highly recommend Had quite a few dishes and small plates Prawns , biryani , Dahl puri , okra fries all wow read more
3 years ago
You'll know how special this place is once you take 5 mins to read the menu and I promise the food does not disappoint. read more
3 years ago
Fairly mediocre, run of the mill food. It wasn't the best I've ever had, but certainly better than average. The drinks were VERY watered down. My biggest issue was with the service though. Absolutely horrible service, I had to physically walk up to people asking to order, get a new drink etc. there was a manager who finally took over (Fiona I think?) she was fantastic! And recommended a dessert (chocolate pudding) that was fantastic!!! I had: - chilli broccoli side salad - bland, and under seasoned - mutton pepper fry - oily, over seasoned - Lamb Samosas - average, can get them in a store and make at home - Chocolate pudding - fantastic! Cocktails: - Kohinoor fizz - good - Colaba Colade - disappointing - espresso martini - average read more
3 years ago
Everything about this place is what you've heard. Amazing atmosphere and even better was the food and drinks! We were lucky enough to have an early dinner with no reservations and didn't wait long for a table. But by the time we left ...there was a line/queue that looked like the restaurant was a dance club. read more
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A highlight of my trip to London. The wait is definitely long, but the small drinks in line and the bar area were nice to hold us over. The servers are busy, but kind and considerate. I'm dairy-free, and there was a whole menu with options I could choose from. read more
This is the best Indian food I have ever had!!!! We waited for over an hour, but it was definitely worth it. The waitress brought us lemonades and chai tea while we waited. The chai tea was absolutely delicious. I tried the chicken ruby and it was flavorful and fresh. The garlic naan was also very good. I would recommend getting several different items and sharing them with everyone at the table. I am so glad we found this little gem! read more
4 years ago
One of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. The staff here is very attentive and on top of things. They walked us through the menu and also checked ingredients for us since we don't eat egg and many of the dishes have egg that you wouldn't expect (the naan is coated with egg, for example). The food is delicious and some of the best Indian food you'll find anywhere. My wife and I loved the chaat and chai. The chai especially was amazing. It was funny, we finished our glass of chai and a minute later somebody came over with fresh glasses for us. We didn't even have to ask for a refill. They also gave us a free dessert since we came for our anniversary. Would highly recommend Dishoom to anyone visiting London looking for a fun and tasteful experience. read more
2 years ago
Dishoom slaps!! The hype did not disappoint. The chocolate chai was the best I've ever had and the chai was amazing. Got in quickly and was able to get our drinks at the bar first. Service was great with a manager/?owner walking around asking everyone how their food was. Could not recommend more!! read more
4 years ago
This was the first time we went to Dishoom for breakfast. I ordered The Vegan Bombay, Akuri and Kejriwal. The service was excellent and the food was amazing! The server helped us to choose from many breakfast items and was really patient. I was a bit skeptical about their vegan sausage, but it came out to be really good unlike the frozen or impossible sausages that we get. The whole vegan bombay plate was a fusion of english breakfast but with indian flavors, which came out to be really good. Akuri was made of tofu but it tasted like paneer, the spices and flavour were just like paneer bhurji. The showstopper however was their bottomless masala chai. Really loved it in the cold morning! The ambiance of the place is quite luxurious. read more
The must get meal in London! All my friends recommended this place but I was skeptical of food in London. But boy, was I wrong! This place is absolutely delicious and not the Indian you normally get as these are flavors from Bombay. We got the house black daal, chili cheese toast, and mattar paneer and we loved it all. We also got a couple of drinks as well, beer/cider as well as hard drinks. The hard drinks are a little small but delicious. We also waited outside for a bit and they were passing out sherry and chai. The chai was amazing, and I wish I ordered that. We loved the meal so much, we also ordered it for takeout less than a week later. While not as good, still great! read more
I'm typically not a fan of Indian food in the states. I really never have been, but everyone tells me that Indian food in London is a MUST. So with that being said, we asked around and Dishoom was recommended by like 4 out of 5 people.... so off we went before a wedding no less and damn, it was the best Indian food I've ever had. We had ruby chicken, naan bread, rice and some chilli chicken and broccoli. The veggies and the chilli chicken was PACKED with flavor but I really liked the ruby chicken, I think that's their version of tikki masala? Everything wasn't super heavy, like it is in the states, not sure why this is every country I go to, but we make all our none american food super heavy. If you're ever in London and you don't like Indian food, I would recommend trying this spot. read more
Our first meal @ London, also first time in London. I have read many good reviews and it was on Feed Phil show on Netflix show so I made reservation prior to our trip. What I didnt realize is that this restaurant was a big franchise restaurant so I didnt know what to expect. We had vegetable samosas, and chefs choice menu and it was delicious. It didn't have too strong of taste but perfectly flavored, we really enjoyed our first meal in London. Server was very friedly and casual setting. read more
I wish I ate here more on my trip!! Dishoom is truly so good and completely worth the hype. The service was great and the food was even better! Everything I ate from the main meal to dessert was so good I wish I had an authentic place like this near me!! read more
Long Line for a reason! This place has been a staple for my visits to London for over a decade. The ambiance the fun with warm mood lighting. They have a great seasonal cocktail menu with well balanced drinks. The chili chicken is the best thing! read more
Being that they have a few locations in London I was 100% on board with this pick...after my visit I take back that statement. Such a beautiful interior! As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the host who took my name and encouraged me to have a seat at the bar while I waited. The menu is large! I didn't know where to start so I started with a cocktail. Would recommend getting their early even if you have a reservation as the bar was happening! I love the open concept into the restaurant so you can continue to watch the bartenders work. I started at the bar with the Bolly bellini and the lamb samosas. Amazing. They come with three different dipping sauces. I was kind of sad I wasn't at my table and couldn't keep them for the rest of dinner. Once I was seated at my table my server made some recommendations and help me determine parings. I wish I was with a big group to order more! I decided on the chicken tikka and garlic naan. DO NOT SKIP THE GARLIC NAAN. Overall, this pace was incredible. Can't wait to go back next time I'm in London. read more
1 year ago
Oooh. We were lucky (not an unsat seat when we left) enough to gets seats as a walk in and it was really nice of the staff to squeeze one more order of breakfast in for us. I liked the food - i went big with the double bacon - and all the chai i could ask for (4 servings which might be the reason I'm still up?). We also weren't rushed which was refreshing. In some past experiences, "I always feel like ... Somebody's watching me." (Thinking about this (4/5) - going to sleep on it. read more
4 years ago
We ate at Dishoom Shoreditch for our last night in London, and it was delicious. The line was around the block to get in, so we did have to wait a long while, but it didn't disappoint. The food was unique and creative. Additionally, upon leaving, we had an issue/altercation with our Uber driver and when I went back into the restaurant to ask for help, the gentleman working came out front and was amazingly understanding. Afterwards came to learn he didn't realize we had dined there, had just come to be helpful, which made it even more awesome. Thank you for your kindness. read more
3 years ago
Indian food was top of my list for my trip to London so the stakes were high - Dishoom did not disappoint! I loved the feel of the restaurant inside and out - it felt nice but also comfortable. The staff was super friendly and helpful, very willing to help with the menu and give recommendations. I started with the house chai, which you cannot pass up - so good!! Then the vegetable samosas, chicken ruby, and garlic naan. I was impressed by the great prices as well for the quantity of food. Would definitely go back! (Side note: I expected it to be crazy crowded from what I had heard about it so I went super early and even by the time I left there were still plenty of tables. Granted I ate at 5pm :) ) read more
4 years ago
The lamp chops with garlic naan and black house daal was absolutely delicious. There was a lot of black daal so I definitely feel like that should be shared with the table, but everything else was well portioned for me. My coworkers raved about this place so I knew that when I visited London I had to eat here. I'll be returning. read more
3 years ago
Wonderful service. The gluten free menu makes ordering easy for those with gluten allergies or just avoiding gluten. Food and drinks are delicious. read more
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4 years ago
Holy smokes. The hype is real but warranted. Dishoom left no room for critique. Starting with the long wait being eased with free lemonade or chai or sherry! Once you make it to the hostess, she gives you a buzzer and a slot at the bar for drinks and small bites. Once you reach the table, you're happy and satisfied and ready for a main course. Our table left no stone unturned. We got the Roti, garlic naan and plain naan. Chicken biryani, chicken ruby, greens and the roasted corn on the cob. Wow, this meal was beautiful and complex and simply delicious. A week later, I'm still thinking of this meal. I'll return to London from Houston for this meal alone. read more
5 years ago
Tip: enter through alleyway. Saw dishoom on Somebody Feed Phil and had to go. I had the double bacon Naan roll and fire toast. DELICIOUS, I can't wait to go back just for the breakfast. My mom had the "pancakes" I can't remember the name but she is allergic to wheat so she really enjoyed these, she also had the Akuri which was also delicious. On top of that I noted that we were celebrating her birthday and the gave a great gift! Thank you to the great staff and loved the delicious food, so excited to go back! read more
4 years ago
Our first meal in London and we were pleasantly pleased! Service was great. We got seated immediately with no reservations at 5:40pm for a table for 2 on a Friday rainy night. Score! Love the spices! Fan of these dishes: * Prawn Koliwada - small appetizer * Chaap Pineapple Tikka - I actually thought it was chicken and marveled how buttery and tender it was! Lol and then found it was soy. * Garlic Naan - can't go wrong with these classic! * House Chai - unlimited refills! It was like drinking a dessert! * Pistachio Kulfi - creamy ice-cream on a stick, yum! * Basmati Rice Not a fan of these dishes: * Chilli Chicken - it was made up of more onions and sauce than chicken * Mutton Pepper Fry - curry sauce was good but didn't like the taste of the mutton (old lamb) * Chocolate Chai - tasted like hot chocolate * Spicy Lamb Chops - my bf liked it. I was like, eh. Total bills was 82.80 pounds, which is about $92, tip included and no tax! Not bad for a fancy full dinner for 2! read more
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