Enjoyed eating karahi. Came here with my family and we were very pleased with the service and…read moreatmosphere.

There's a new curry ...excuse me.. karahi in Kentish Town. Lahore Masala House occupies the former…read moreCeylan and more recently Golden Kebab house. They have done an impressive job on the remodel updating it with a bright and clean interior tastefully decorated and well equipped. Two large screen TV's play Bollywood music videos and sporting events. When you enter there is a small kebab shop and takeaway, and you enter through the second set of doors to the dining room. The food is amazing! A dazzling array of choices and some special items. We ordered Karahi Fish, Karahi Methi Gosht, Tarka Daal and a whole tandoori chicken. This was more than enough food for four and we were all very happy to try so many tasty items. First the fish was perfectly prepared and delicately spiced. It had a great texture and wasn't "swimming" in sauce. The lamb curry was ordered spicy and the chef actually came to ask us how spicy we actually wanted it, so we explained EXTRA EXTRA EXTRA hot.. he laughed and asked if we were sure and we said we were. He delivered! It was a spicy inferno without being overpowering. The daal was very nice but the highlight was the Tandoori chicken.. it was the most flavorful one we had tried in a long time and came out perfectly moist and juicy and oozing with flavour, and at 7 quid it was quite a deal as well. We also noted on the menu the chefs special.. a WHOLE LEG OF LAMB! We vowed a night of hedonism and drinking accompanied by a lamb feast. We followed through the following week and we were rewarded for our determination with a stunning piece of culinary magic. The leg of lamb was so tender and flavourful that we decided to make it a monthly ritual.. but be forewarned you have to order it 24 hours in advance.. so think ahead! The Lahore Masala House is a welcome addition to the Kentish Town landscape.. they have great lunch deals and they also stay up late for those leaving the locals or the Forum.

We had wonderful service here! Dishoom is a popular place but the dinner line for 3 on a weeknight…read morewasn't too bad (they don't take reservations), I thought the line moved fairly fast and at some point they handed out small sample cups of chai to us which was nice. It's very spacious inside. Although their black bean dish Black House Daal is popular, I don't think it's something I'd reorder because I don't like beans that much in general. As a chicken tikka masala fan, I enjoyed their butter chicken the most. It's the closest thing they have to chicken tikka masala--which they don't have, they only have chicken tikka which is dry and quite spicy, has no creamy sauce. I also liked the okra fried, which is a type of fry I'm not used to seeing! It's got flavor, and I also loved the chutney and sauces on the table! I enjoyed a Dishoom Margarita which was strong in alcohol content and flavor, and a nice addition to the meal. They have an interesting drink menu, where you will find lots of nonalcoholic and rather healthy options! They have a small shelf in the middle of the room where they sell some of their chai and cookbooks amongst other things.

I just do not understand the hype surrounding this restaurant. It's hard to get a reservation and…read morethere's a long queue to get a table without one. I just don't get it. In my opinion, there are 2 main things to know about Dishoom: it's an Indian restaurant that is a chain, with 11 locations worldwide. The food is really good for a chain, bit it doesn't begin to come close to a restaurant that takes care of of its individual customers. Walking in, there's lots of energy. People are having a good time, there's no question. We were seated upstairs where there must have been around 40 tables. All of the staff are walking around in a hurry, cause everything here is in a hurry. The intention is to get you our in less than an hour. They want you in, through, and out. I saw this with multiple tables. Our server Yanko came to our table quite promptly and helped us make selections, both for food and drinks. For the first time in my experience eating in a restaurant, the appetizers arrived minutes before our cocktails. They came so fast that we didn't even think it was our order. And then moments after the drinks arrived, all of the main dishes and sides were placed on the table. With no way to keep anything warm. All of this with 10 minutes of placing the order. I appreciate prompt service, but this takes it to an absurd extreme. Our appetizers included the house Chaat and prawn koliwada. I enjoyed the prawns more but the flavors were facile, not close to what I expect and have enjoyed in excellent Indian restaurants. The main dishes were the Goan monkfish curry and Sali Goan. These were also just OK, absolutely nothing special. The cheese naan was soggy, though the flavor was good. This was an unacceptable texture for a naan. Dessert was Basmati Kheer, flavorful Basmati rice with fruit compote on top. In between and unneeded, was a thin layer of creme brulee. I did enjoy my tea: ginger, lemon and honey and my wife liked her mint tea. I do not know the restaurant scene in Edinburgh, we've been here for 4 days. But this is just not a place I'deven consider returning to. It's really a factory that feeds folks, not a restaurant that cares for its customers. The business model had been optimized to maximize income with lots of throughput. What's been almost completely lost in my opinion, is the heart and soul of the dining experience.

Great food, bustling environment, stern yet lightning fast service. Will definitely be returning…read more Don't let the below 4 star rating fool you. This place was completely packed on a tuesday night for a reason!

Upon sitting we were asked if we wanted popadoms and we said sure why not. Complimentary salad was…read morein one hand and the popadoms were in another. Beware: you will get charged for this!!! We got the dry meat and it was a good portion, nothing exceptional per se. The naan had pools of ghee on it which I don't think was necessary. The menus are sticky and the bathrooms are pretty dirty. We got a salty lassi which we asked to be a bit thicker which they accommodated and appreciated!

Amazing dish with Lamb, Chicken and Kabobs! Tasty sauces and especially the Chutney! Food was…read moreamazing along with the service

OMG! Service and food were INCREDIBLE! I LOVE getting Indian Food when I come to London, given my…read morearrival this morning I checked in to my lodging and found Zayna a short walk away.... I am SO GLAD I did. My server was super helpful answering my questions and helping me home in on something unique I hadn't experienced before. ... and WAS IT REMARKABLE!!!! I ended up selecting the Biryani Shah Jahani (Lamb) and some Tandori Partatha bread. The flavor was explosive on my pallet. I requested it as a medium spice level and was concerned that it may have been too "tame." In the end it was perfect (for my tastes). Had a nice amount of heat but not overly so. I'm here all week and can see myself swinging back by here multiple times. A definite place to add to your list of must experience Indian restaurants in London!!!

BYOB ok (there's a store across the street). Excellent Pakistani food in a what feels like a hole…read morein the wall but it's 2 stories big. Opened since 1972. Very busy place so reservations recommended (can make via their website). Came her on an Indian food tour so didn't see the menu, the check nor can speak about the service. But this place had the best food of the by far of all places we tried within 15 minute walk radius of here. Garlic naan Paneer Pork chop Chicken kebab* Fish salad Located -on the NE corner of Commercial Rd & Umberston St (1 block west of Cannon St Rd) -about 20 minute walk NE of Tower of London -9 minute walk east of Algate East station.

Been hearing about his place for what seems like forever. Dining solo, I ordered the Lamb Chop…read moreCurry ( only available Fridays) and a plain Naan Bread. On seating a small plate of salad arrives with some yogurt dressing. Service was efficient and friendly.

I ate here twice during my last trip to London and every time the food was hot, fresh and…read moredelicious. I've had both the lamb and chicken and both are very flavorful, tender and tasty. I can't wait to come back and have this again

This is such a hidden gem in the city. There's a small area to eat and it's tucked into an alley…read more The food was absolutely delicious though. Everything was fresh and the service was fantastic. Highly recommend.

I discovered Lahore Karahi through Reddit and let me say that this was hands down one of the best…read morerestaurants my wife and I have dined at in a very long time. We ordered their: Nihari, Chicken Biryani, Keema Naan, and one other dish I can't remember. Everything was PHENOMENAL! Every dish and bite was just absolutely loaded with spices, aromatics, and flavor. Seriously, it was so good my wife and I ordered another keema naan. The 3 sauces they drop off with the naan were so addicting too. I could eat them alone. There was a little accident during our meal though that involved a spill and some stains on my and my wife's clothes/shoes, but stuff happens and they did right by us. Excellent service and even better food. My only complaint is that my wife and I didn't come back a 2nd time before going home :(

So good. Still crushing it like Dre. The chicken biryani is a must. Service is excellent.read more

They have recently opened just off Edgware Road. I thought I would give it a go…read more Went there around 1pm on Thursday and ordered lamb seekh kebab with Naan. Was very disappointed that the kebabs were not fresh off the skewers. Instead they were prepared earlier and reheated for my order. For a restaurant calling themselves Taste of Lahore, you will be disappointed! Kebabs should never be reheated! I would call this restaurant Bad Taste of Lahore instead.

One star for cleanliness, one star for great service, one star for desired taste and spice level…read more Biryani, chicken curry and saag chicken were excellent. I would want them to improve their chicken tikkas; they were too dry.

Faisal and Ahmad have both taken my order on the phone and the food was delicious - they even told…read moreme the approximate time and made suggestions as to what to order. My favorites are lamb karhai (boneless option for my father-in-law). The paya and sujji are also pretty awesome. But honestly the customer service both in person and for delivery is what keeps me coming back. They really care about their clients and offer really authentic, comforting food. Thanks guys!

From the owner: We Specialize in Authentic Karachi Lamb Nihari freshly made from Spring Lamb Daily…read moreChicken Biryani that will revive your memory of Burns Road, like no other in all of London! Guaranteed! Fresh Made to order Full Chicken Karahi straight from GT Road We also have perfectly seasoned Chicken & Lamb Haleem, and Lamb & Beef Paya that will keep you warm all winter! Our Weekend Special include Special Kastoori Doodh Gajar ka Halwa and Beef Paya(Beef Trotter Stew) And our most prized dish, Kunna Paya made with Lamb Shank and Paya slow cooked to perfectly with a taste like no other! You will be coming back and back again just to remind your taste buds of the true taste of Karachi.

Oh my goodness. Over a month later and I still miss this lunch! Best place ever. Most affordable…read moremeal we had in the U.K. next to Prete. Each dish was better than the next. Bring cash. Fortunately, it's so reasonable we just had enough to cover.

This is a somewhat shabby looking place, you surely don't want to go there if you're out on a date,…read morebut from the very moment when you look inside the shop window and see the guy cooking tempting skewers on the live embers you foretaste what's to come. I was brought there by a friend whose indian acquaintances recommended the place. We were three, and ordered a huge amount of food without realizing what we were doing: ended up eating mountains of delicious meat (especially the chicken and the lamb), served with pretty spicy sauces and delicious naan bread. Too bad that, being a muslim place, no alcohol is served (or allowed, probably): happily, their sweet lassi is absolutely FANTASTIC, and leaves nothing to regret. Ended up paying £15pp, but we ate an awful lot: one can surely be satisfied by spending 10/12 pounds. 3.5 for the unsightly look.