24 Boundary St

Fantastic. I understood from the first bite why everyone who has spent any amount of time in London recommends this place. Breakfast here alone was worth the airfare from NYC. We basically opened the place up for breakfast. We came directly from LHR airport, luggage in tow, before even checking in to the hotel. Absolutely starving. The Wrestler's Naan was exquisite--saucy and creamy yet smoky and packed with meats. It has had my taste buds in a chokehold since. I *literally* needed to remind myself to breathe halfway through. And if I had asphyxiated between bites, I assure you that I would have died happy. The Big Bombay was also phenomenal. A fun and flavorful spin on the English breakfast. As an American, I did not understood the English breakfast until devouring this version. Each individual component was excellent but it all came together like, I don't know, One Direction?And I'd be hard-pressed to pick a Harry Styles. Bite to bite, I'd be convinced it was sausage one moment, eggs the next, and in another, the BEANS. I've always been perplexed by the inclusion of baked beans on a breakfast platter but here--perhaps because they were some of the best baked beans I have ever had--it finally made sense. Thank you, Dishoom, for opening my eyes (via my taste buds) and teaching me to appreciate British culture. And thank you to literally all of my friends who recommended Dishoom to me. I can only hope this review does the same and encourages you, the reader, to partake in this delightful, British patriotism inducing breakfast.

It's good, not great indian food. The ruby chicken curry is their best dish (basically butter chicken, slightly spicier). This is a good place to take a tourist (especially with their bottomless house chai), but it feels silly to come here often for good indian food when brick lane is right there. People love the black daal & lamb chops, but I don't get it. Neither were special. The veranda is very beautiful to sit in though!

At least five of my friends recommended dining at Dishoom in London, so I made a reservation for the Shoreditch location the week before my trip. Since I visited around the holidays, I reserved the Winter Feast meal, which included a 3-course prix fixe menu. The first course included: new keema pau (similar to a lamb "sloppy joe"), okra fries, and bhel (puffed rice dish). Everything was excellent - I especially loved the festive touches of pomegranate that topped the bhel puri. The second course included: sheekh kabab, paneer curry, biryani, black daal, fresh vegetables, raita, and naan. Everything was superb; however, the meat dishes were quite heavy, and we couldn't finish everything (as hard as we tried). The standout for me was the paneer - I sopped up every ounce of sauce with the naan. For dessert, we had a choice among three flavors of kulfi pops, which were a sweet and refreshing way to end the meal. The food and service was overall excellent, although the restaurant itself was too dark and noisy to have a conversation with the people at my table. The food was worth a second visit, and perhaps we'd try another one of Dishoom's locations.

I was super excited to try Dishoom, as Indian is one of my favorite cuisines and it came recommended by a few colleagues. Waited in line against my better judgment for a little over an hour on a Monday evening in September. Staff did greet us fairly quickly (I was a party of one but speaking for those in line near me, too) and they were diligent in providing a nice cup of hot masala chai or mint tea. Once my name was called, I was ushered into the bar to wait...some more. It's a very lively spot, and would be a nice spot to hang at the bar. I ordered a cocktail and the bartender was really lovely and engaging, and the dill gin cocktail I had was nice and refreshing. The cocktail menu looked super creative but by this point I was starving. Ordered the Fried Okra which was really nice. Shared them with others at the bar as it was sizable portion. Once I was directed to my table, service was curt and not very attentive (even for London standards). I was considering ordering a glass of wine but my server never came back after I ordered my food (about 30 seconds after I sat down) except once I finally was able to flag her down to settle the bill. I ordered the Black Daal (one of my favorite dishes and highly recommended as their specialty) alongside basmati rice and garlic naan. The food was fine: nothing to wait in line for at all. It's essentially Indian food for white people, and disappointing compared to other Indian I've had around town. When I discuss Dishoom with my Indian friends, they agree it is overhyped. If there weren't a crazy line, I'd love to go back for a few cocktails and appetizers but I wouldn't wait for over an hour for the opportunity. Too many excellent cocktail spots in London. Definitely a hype machine made famous by social media and folks who want Indian-light when it comes to spice and spicy.

Unfortunately, this restaurant was a disappointment for us. I added Dishoom to our list of restaurants to check out while in London after I came across the fact that it had so many good reviews (across multiple locations). It is definitely a vibe; highly recommend making a reservation if you want to get in timely. We had gone on weekday evening around 6pm and it was busy; walk-ins were given an estimate of about 1 hour for a table. We were seated about 15-20ish minutes after our reservation time. My husband and I were dining, and we ended up getting the pau bhaji, makhmali paneer, chicken ruby, and a roomali roti. As someone who has had a lot of pau bhaji at different restaurants, this variation wasn't my favorite. It had a very strong amount of spice but it was somehow bland. It needed something more, including butter. The paneer was nice and soft but the sauce they had drizzled over tasted more like a pesto. The ruby chicken was very tender, not too spicy, a nice change given how spicy the pau bhaji was. The curry was thick and creamy, and the roomali roti was pretty good. Service was okay, they didn't have any chai when we ordered it but they brought it out to us later when it was ready. Overall, I think maybe my expectations were too high going into it.

Dishoom is a must stop if you're visiting London. Their menu is loaded to the brim with various selections and it is recommended that your group share a few dishes. Unfortunately, dishoom does not have a full service menu at the bar, so make sure to put your name on the list. I was able to enjoy their chicken Ruby, which is one of their signature dishes. I also paired the entree with garlic naan. You have to order the naan separate here! The dish was perfect for one person, although I probably could've eaten a second one. Who's to judge (haha). What I enjoyed the most about this restaurant was the atmosphere- they were burning incense and you also got to take a look in to the kitchen (if you go downstairs)

There isn't much I can add about Dishoom that hasn't already been said. As a huge fan of Indian food, I can honestly say I haven't had better. The food was exceptional--aroma, flavors, spice levels, portions; everything was perfect. While visiting London, a local friend invited me to Dishoom, knowing how much I love Indian cuisine. We arrived on a Sunday afternoon around 5PM, and the place was already packed. They don't take reservations for dinner unless you're a large group, but trust me, the wait is worth it. They have a fantastic bar where you can grab drinks while you wait for a table (they give you buzzers). I tried the Negroni and another tequila-based cocktail (sadly I can't remember the name), and both were phenomenal. Shared plates are definitely the way to go at Dishoom. We ordered the gunpowder potatoes (incredible), an appetizer with potatoes and pineapple (not my favorite; the pineapple threw me off), monkfish curry (amazing), and chicken curry. It was a lot of food for just two of us, but I couldn't stop eating. I seriously wanted to bottle up that sauce! The service was surprisingly impeccable, especially considering how busy they were. We ended up spending about £110 for an incredible dinner, and we nearly couldn't finish everything. Lastly, the ambiance! Inspired by Iranian cafes in India, the atmosphere at Dishoom is eclectic. I loved the dim lighting, unique decor, and the lively pace of the restaurant.

When I was in London, many local and foreign friends recommended Dishoom as a must-try for Indian cuisine. I went to the CBD location near Liverpool station around 8 pm and waited over 30 minutes because it was so busy. The receptionist didn't communicate clearly, but once we sat down, the service improved. The food was very tasty and authentic. However, my stomach didn't handle it well the next day...

I know it is not authentic Indian food but this place is literally perfection. Top notch service, well curated drinks, great food and good for every type of occasion. The Ruby chicken will forever be my favorite, it is basically their take on tikka masala. So rich and creamy pairs beautifully with the rice and naan. It was my first time having their samosas, not traditional it's presented in smaller phyllo triangle shape. Still very good and flavorful. 3 was definitely a smaller app, I could eat 10 of those. My waitress was phenomenal she got me in and out. They don't do reservations so expect to wait a bit. Best to do an early or late dinner. This is ultimately my petition to get Dishoom to NYC!

I had to go to Dishoom after hearing so much about it. We decided to go for breakfast since they don't take reservations and I hate waiting . It was a fun way to start the day and the food and atmosphere were both really good. I had a couple of fried eggs with cilantro on cheesy toast (Kejtiwal )and a side of bacon. I didn't want to eat all day after that. The people next to us had big, puffy poori that looked delicious. Very attractive and fun place. Waiter was good. I'd say go!

What an absolutely lovely experience this was. We were recommended Dishoom by several friends and we weren't disappointed in the slightest. The atmosphere and food were unmatched, and we couldn't have been happier with everything we tried. We shared all of the dishes we ordered, including the monkfish, chicken Ruby, chilli chicken, and okra fries, and of course we had to get a side of the garlic naan. The chocolate chai was something I hadn't seen offered on a menu before, but as a big fan of dark chocolate I had to try it. It was tremendous. We will be back as soon as possible to try more.

Dishoom has at least 5 locations in London, so I have no idea why all of them have crazy wait times. If you must eat here, booking a reservation is the way to go to save time. We went here for breakfast. The house chai and bacon and egg naan were decent but also forgettable. Indian food is usually very flavorful but this place leaned towards bland. Service is also just okay. Honestly, I expected more from Indian cuisine in London. This place must be a tourist trap from all the hype.

Came by for breakfast and it was a world class experience. Made a reservation via Google/SevenRooms and my table was ready upon arrival. Dishoom is located in Shoreditch and the 26 bus stops across the street from the restaurant. Entrance is on the other side of the road. Dining js available indoors or in the heated and covered patio. Started off with the chai and it was flavorful, strong, with a hint of spice. Moved on to the sausage and egg Naan for breakfast and it was tasty. The naan was light and fluffy while the sausage was cooked to perfection and the egg was slightly runny. Service throughout the meal was cordial and helpful

Read lots of great reviews on this chain of Indian restaurants. We were starving at 9pm and Dishoom was open til 11:00pm. A quick U we ride to the location in ShoreDitch and a short 10 minute wait at the bar.... Brought us to a nice table. Tip: if you get drinks at the bar they just add them to your dinner tab. Food: portions were perfect for 2 people. We ordered lots of things: vegetable samosas, chilli chicken, masala prawns, garlic and cheese naan, chicken ruby(butter chicken) and a hefty portion of rice. Service was great! Servers were running all Over the place. It was busy at 10:00pm. Although tipping is not expected in London, the restaurant does add a service charge on your bill so just be aware.

I have been obsessed with Dishoom ever since I ate them for the first time years ago. It's super popular and everyone I talk to whether they are from here or visiting London seem to know it. Also evidenced by the fact that there was a 1 hour wait to get a table. They serve you chai and lemonade while you are in line which makes up for the wait...a little. The wait was 30 minutes in line and then got seated at the bar and another 30 minutes there before getting a table. Super good service, ambiance, and the food is delectable. I don't wait for an hour at any restaurant except for this one.

Modern Indian cuisine in London, what a treat. You can get Indian food anywhere in the city, but I wanted to try "the best." Dishoom lives up to its hype by somehow being cozy and elevated. Foods that don't feel indulgent, everything was flavorful and the perfect mix of flavors. Service had nothing that was lacking. For my first time, I relied on the recommendations of the server to pick out my meal, very easy. I'm so glad we came and would recommend anyone to try it out.

Everytime I come to London , I make it a point to try to come here . We came on Thursday night ( just like in nyc , Thursday is the new Friday with the new wfh on Friday culture ) and hence expected ( and we did ) to wait for 45 minutes . It was well worth it as it felt like it went by quickly . Every so often , a staff came by asking for drink orders and offered some chai for those who didn't order/ were waiting . Once you enter the restaurant the the line outside is the bar ( where the wait continues) but you can order from the appetizer and small plates menu selection , we got the lamb samosas and okra fries. My friend told me that these are with phyllo dough ( vs the thicker one I'm accustomed to in the USA - Hindi vs Punjabi style - both delicious in my opinion ). The small plates didn't stop us from ordering a lot more food once seated. We had the chicken tikka , grilled chops ( cooked and seasoned perfectly ), butter naan , potatoes, chicken curry and the biryani ( flavorful )rice for starters and main and finished the meal with the ice cream ( milk and mango ). Service my Constantine was the best ! He's friendly , attentive and had a good attitude overall . Other staff also stopped by to check up on us ( customer service is on point ). I'm not surprises why this place do very well- from service , ambiance , and the food ( it has everything for everyone ). If you want food that well seasoned and cooked properly that's reasonably priced , highly recommend

Food: excellent and well seasoned. We ordered a large variety. Started with their garlic and cheese naan. Also got Vegetable samosas. Also had their grilled shrimp and chicken dishes ( similar butter chicken) and chili chicken. All very tasty. Price was matching their portion size. Staff: everyone was quick to help and provide refills on drinks. Ambiance: this location was very popular. We only waited about 10 minutes at the bar. We arrived around 9:00pm.

This place deserves all the hype it gets. It was quite crowded on a Sunday afternoon which created some confusion with tables and orders but the staff was super accommodating and the food was delicious.

I've been in London now for four days and this was by far my favorite meal. I didn't catch my server's name (the lady with the snake tattoo on her arm ) but she was great. She gave me great recommendations and patiently guided me through the menu. I don't go out for Indian food very often and many of the items on their menu were different than what I've seen at Indian restaurants in California. The chicken ruby was sooooo good! Thank Dishoom for the great food and experience!

Went here while on a work trip. Solo mission. Wait time: long - but they serve drinks & free tea =] Service: Super friendly Drinks: Got the 1948 Sour - loved it Food: Hella good

Everyone said that when we were in London we had to go to Dishoom, so obviously we went to Dishoom. But only one person told me about breakfast!! Game changer. Loved the naan roll, and the keema per eedi was also delicious.

Indian food in London is on another level and Dishoom is a must try. I dined here for dinner and arrived without a reservation. There was a long line but it moved quickly and the staff was so sweet and passed out chai teas for everybody waiting. It's definitely a well oiled machine here and we loved that every touchpoint felt so thoughtful. We ordered the chilli cheese toast, house chaat, chicken biryani, and spicy lamb chops. And because I had tried the chai tea in line, I ended up ordering more chai tea for my meal. Everything was absolutely delicious and I especially loved the house chaat and chilli cheese toast. Definitely need to come back in the future and try more dishes! It was definitely a highlight meal during our London trip.

I visit London a few times a year and this is ALWAYS a must every trip. The food: I have never had a dish I don't like. The depth of flavor in every dish is phenomenally crafted. We always order a bunch of plates for the table to share. Highly recommend: the lamb, the roasted chicken, broccoli salad, a curry of choice, dal. Drinks: they have such a large variety and they are all well crafted and balanced, we have had such a wide range and loved them all. Service: takes the cake for service in London. We had to queue last week as we did not have a reservation. Waited about 20 minutes and they brought umbrellas for everyone as there was a link sprinkle and even passed out multiple rounds of drinks including wine, lemonade, and chai. Without fail this is a must try if you're in town.

This place is the real deal! When I saw their location in Covent Garden, I first thought this restaurant was a tourist trap, but I was very pleasantly surprised! The food is fantastic. The Shoreditch location is really special, with beautifully designed decor and a feel that reminds me so much of my time in India! Everything is delicious but some of my favorites were the daal (this is a must get!) , the chicken tikka roll, and the milk punch! And definitely try the sauces on the side :) I'd recommend getting a reservation or arriving around 4pm so there's no wait! The wait times can get very long here.

This restaurant was one of my favorites while visiting London! The food was super flavorful and delicious and there were so many options to choose from! I did not get the chance to take photos of the Chais, but I got the house chai and the chocolate chai which were bottomless. I liked the house chai better but LOVED both! Our server was really nice and gave us incredible recommendations! On top of everything, the patio was very comfortable and we loved the atmosphere at this restaurant. Overall great experience and I highly recommend paying a visit!

I've been to Dishoom twice now, this time as a solo diner. The first time I absolutely loved everything I ordered, from the cocktails to each dish. This time I was definitely less wowed even though I tried some new things. The house chaat and vegetable samosas were alright, but the chicken ruby was quite nice. Last time I came I remember really enjoying the cocktails as well as the chili chicken and gunpowder potatoes.

Best meal we had in London! Seven at our table -- we ordered just about everything to share!!! Stunningly good. Among the favorites were the samosas, Black Dal and Chicken Tikka.

Went on a Friday afternoon for lunch as a walk-in and waited about 25-30mins for a table. Ordered the house black daal, chicken berry biriyani, chicken ruby & roomali roti which i think was perfect for 2 starving foodies. House black daal-5/5 Was a little confused why this was so revered but i definutely get it now. SUPER creamy & flavorful- although this is a poor comparison it gave cheesy chilli vibes. Absolutely delicious especially with some bread. I feel like on its own its so rich its hard to eat on its own as a side. Chicken biriyani 2.5/5 By no means bad but definitely the weakest of the dishes. It was a good base to have with the daal & chicken ruby sauce because on its own it felt bland & dry. Again nothing wrong but ive definitely had a lot beyger biriyani. Chicken ruby 4/5 People compare it to a chicken tikka masala and i guess it is similar in the most broadest sense- but flavor-wise the ruby i think is far more interesting. Not as creamy and tasted almost fruity? Not spicy heat-wise but definitely spiced. Chicken itself was also super tender Roomali Roti 2/5 Honestly I think this is my fault for not knowing what to expect more than anything. I was expecting something slightly cripsy like a dosa or flakey like a roti canai but it was closer to a thin flour tortilla so it just felt to out of place to me. I also only had with the daal but its so thin it just didn't hold up to densely flavored daal. Definitely not bad but it made me regret not getting the garlic naan :c Overall a great meal to start my trip. Would definitely recommend getting the house daal if you go. And considering there are so many locations throughout london definitely think its worth a stop by if you get a chance.

After 16 years, I made my return to London. This time around, I finally was of age! We had a nice cousins dinner here at the Shoreditch location. Reservations were magically tough even a month out, but we squeezed one for 6pm on a Wednesday evening. Having 7 people certainly helped. Now coming here, the temptation is ordering food you know. The key though is ordering what you don't. As in, try what you haven't tried before, especially if you're like me and coming from the US. What we ended up doing is splitting a lot of smaller items amongst our group. These items included the following (along with my thoughts): a) Chili Cheese Toast: This was one of my favorites. Damn good. b) Okra Fries: These are of the thicker variety. Not bad, but not my favorite. I prefer the thinner variety of these that you can find at some restaurants. c) Gunpowder Potatoes: really good too. Haven't seen this in the US, based on my experience. d) Black Daal: The Dishoom Staple. I think you have to get this regardless of whatever you eat; vegetarian or non-vegetarian e) Paneer Roll: This Kati Roll isn't my favorite (Kati Roll Company still wins!), but for what you're paying for you're actually getting a decently size kati roll. It's not bad though. We also ordered several cocktails. I generally don't drink cocktails when eating Indian food, but the ambiance of the restaurant simply required it. I got the Colaba Colada. Don't really order Pina Coladas at all, but the waiter recommended it. Solid choice. With that said, London is known for its Indian cuisine. Truthfully, you can find good choices in the countryside too. Is this the best? Maybe not. But the ambiance makes this place special.

Awesome amazing ambience. The crew was so lovely and it was cool how they put you at the bar to get small plates and drinks when there's a long wait before you get a table. The food was super delicious! I wouldn't say it was mind blowing, but I will definitely, 100%%%, be coming back the next time I'm in town to try some new things.

This place rocks! I wouldn't hesitate ordering anything on the menu, from their garlic naan, to lentils, to Pau Bhaji - which was absolutely delicious! Fresh flavors, hot, comes out fast and the atmosphere is great. Don't pass this place up !!!

First time in London and I wanted to try some good Indian food. I didn't get good Indian food, I got Amazing Indian food. I had the chicken ruby, rice, and garlic naan as well as an Old Fashion which had their own unique twist. Just to reiterate, the food was excellent, well portioned, though I could have eaten until it hurt. One tip. Very busy so make sure to get a reservation. If not you will probably not get a seat. Price was reasonable btw and the servers were great. Attentive but not intrusive. Lastly, casual fun atmosphere. You can sit inside or out. May go there again before I leave London.

London is known for excellent Indian food, and Dishoom certainly did not disappoint. You're going to need a reservation though (especially on a weekend night), because we just walked in, and even at 8pm we ended up navigating multiple tiers of waiting before we sat down. Should you be like us and not have a res, you will have the pleasure of waiting in a few different ways. One, you'll wait in a line outside. Someone will give you a time estimate, which will seem doable. This time estimate is...a guess. Once you get to the front of the outside line, you get inside...and get escorted to the bar area where you get to wait some more. However, you can order drinks and apps, and they are very good about walking around and taking orders. You ALMOST feel like you have a table, but not yet. Not everything is available for order here, but definitely enough to start your meal off right. The food is worth every minute of the wait. We really liked the cocktails we started with (if you like a good Old Fashioned, get this one), and the house black daal (a must get), chicken ruby, garlic naan, lamb samosas, and keema pau all had tons of flavor and were all all things I'd order again. Oh, and if you think you're too full for dessert...nonsense. GET THE MANGO. That's all I will say.

This is the best British Indian food I've gotten to enjoy. It's a local and tourist favorite spot to visit! It fits the bill for all occasions. Highly recommend getting the house special (Black Daal) and house appetizer. We also ordered garlic naan and rice as sides. Overall, 10/10 recommend!

Dishoom is so hyped and the line is insane! We waited in the cold cold weather and I was waiting for the best meal of my life. Team was kind enough to bring tea out to us while we were in the cold. Food was good, but everything came out cold and it was kind of a bummer. The ruby chicken was really good though! I wouldn't recommend the lamb stew, not our fav and the grilled prawns were really Burned. I would probably pass on that. But the chai tea was really good and I got some to take home!

Can someone please box up this food, atmosphere, vibe, chai, general overall feeling and just send it to me here? Wow I was blown away and loved eating these leftovers for days. If there is a line, WAIT, it's worth it, plus they serve drinks to you while you wait in line! As part of the waiting in line you eventually end up in the bar where you can order small plates and drinks before you get seated. This was potentially my favorite part. By the time we made it to our table I had eaten so many small plates I ended up taking my food home. But that was worth it too.

If you want an unforgettable eating experience while in London, swing by Dishoom. Prior to visiting London for holiday, of course you talk with friends about your upcoming journey. And the main feedback that remained consistent was that the food is only OKAY in London compared to what we're used to at home. I didn't let that discourage my quest for good eats in London, because if you know anything about travels, you know you can find good eats anywhere with the guidance of Yelp and a good eye for what looks good. And I must admit, Dishoom is one for the books! The service was interesting, but good. The ambiance and decor, inviting and unique. And the food was simply delicious. The fact that my husband and I attended with another couple was genius, because we ordered many different dishes, shared each, and took our taste buds on a journey through London's perspective of India. When we return to London one day sooner than I hope, we'll return to Dishoom.

If you enjoy Indian food, undoubtedly someone will tell you about Dishoom. 3 completely separate sources recommend this place as my family came to visit London. This is a great restaurant blending of Iranian and Indian recipes with really good results. The feel of the place is very trendy and had old world Indian charm. Starters have mainstays like Chat and Chicken Tika. Main course have a blend of Vegi and non-veg options that will give you amazing flavors. Everything pops in your mouth including the garlic naan. Items alone are good but when eaten together will blend harmoniously. We had some chat yogurt with the chicken and Garlic naan that made every flavor enhanced. But the menu is half about food and half about the cocktails. While great tastes, I was not wholly impressed here. They make colorful and details mixing of a variety of alcohols, but they cocktails don't make a high grade. The service was great as the staff made sure we happy through out our meal. My recommendation is you get there early, as they are always having a 30-45 min wait even with such a large restaurant.

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!!

Guaranteed great food and excellent vibes! I had dinner with family at Dishoom and absolutely everything we ordered was a hit. Some of the highlights off the menu in my opinion were: * the lamb samosas; * murgh mali (chicken thighs); * gunpowder potatoes; and * spicy lamb chops! I would definitely recommend making a reservation! We did a walk-in and ended up waiting about an hour before a table became available. We sat by the bar to get drinks while waiting, and that too ended up taking 45+ minutes before we finally got our drinks served. It was a busy Friday night - so, keep that in mind! A reservation will definitely save you from a lot of time waiting.

I mean where do I begin. In May it dawned on me booking a trip to London in the middle of summer would probably cause us to stand in a few too many lines to determine our choice of meal for each day seemed too ambitious so I wanted to wing it and then I changed my mind and decided to look up a few places and settled on a recommendation for Dishoom. We resided in the Kings Cross area and on our first night in London I hailed an Uber by app of course to the Dishoom and it was after 6pm so I figured early enough for a quick meal and when we got there the line was so long we decided to switch to the Brassiere down the way, and I was captivated by the length of the line and thought to myself this food has to be great we just picked the wrong time to get in line and so after dinner on the Uber ride back to our Hotel the driver said you have to go to the other neighborhoods to get in and so we took our trip to see ST. Paul's Cathedral and the Towers of London skipped the crown jewels tour and hopped in a Black Cab to Shoreditch Dishoom. Arrived and we were overtaken by the amazingly unique decor, from the signage at the door to the different rooms for meals almost set up like someone had visited places all over the world and the was just grabbing favorite items to use later. We got seated in the back and immediately started ordering items from the appetizer menu Lamb Samosa and garlic Naan and drinks were delivered first and we at those seconds we placed orders for our main dish and settled on the Chefs Special with prawns and added some more garlic Naan and Chilli corn on the cobs. We ordered more food lamb chops and ohhh yessss hey were cooked to perfection. Our appetites were on overload at this point but we had to keep up with our orders because why not! We were so full we gave up. So we decided we'd be back again and we were informed by Katie and the Manager to come back in for breakfast so we thought about it the next day but our day started much later and we went with a return trip for lunch. You can't miss if you try to eat everything on the menu. We most certainly did try and will have to book a flight back to London to try the rest of the menu.

Dishoom never fails to impress. Authentic Bombay food in an authentic atmosphere. Service is consistent and so are the flavors. Prawns Koliwada, Ruby Chicken, Garlic Naan and mango lassi tonight. Everything fantastic. Love it!

Some of the best Indian food I've ever had ever. I've heard people say that it might be the case - I didn't believe them. What a fool I was. The wait was a little longer than an hour, but it was totally worth it. You can't get reservations at this location, so you will have to be there in person if you want seating. It was incredibly busy, but despite it all, the entire place is a well-oiled machine. While waiting in line, we were severed refreshments, which was a first for me! When we were able to go in, we were asked to wait at the bar area, going over the newspaper menu. We waited about 20 mins before someone fetched us and brought us downstairs to a small table to eat! When I tell you it was well worth the wait and was the best Indian I've ever had, this is not an exaggeration. I would've gladly waited another hour or two if it came to that (though thankfully, it didn't). We ordered the Gunpowder Potatoes, Dishoom Chicken Tikka, and two orders of their garlic Naan! It was astounding, especially the potatoes!! It was covered in a cool yogurt and very savory, I still dream about it sometimes...but really everything was delicious! Me and my friend were licking the plate clean, it was just the right amount for the both of us. The hosts and servers were very helpful and kind, great service all around! You could make nocontact payments at your table, though I couldn't connect to my internet because of bad connection being seated underground. But all was good, because my friend was able to pay for it through her phone just fine! Come shop and eat in the lively Shoreditch area! All walkable from the Spitalfields Markets, Truman Brewey markets, and The Boxpark.

Really love this place. Food is amazing, the scene is really great and service is the top. Had to wait outside in line for maybe :30 for a spot at "the bar" where you can order small plates but where you wait for your table and can then order from the whole menu... bit of a convoluted system, but at least they're bringing you chai and lemon water in line... Had the fried prawns and spicy chicken. Both were delicious. Also the special black dal was amazing. Super great place that is definitely worth fighting through the system.

The Chicken Berry Brittania Biryani is my favorite and I'll definitely back to try it again and again. I blend it with yogurt and it becomes addictively comforting. The Rose & cardamom lassi was delightfully refreshing and not overly sweet. Beyond that, desserts are not their strongest suite. This summer 2023 they gave below average attempt at an American classic, and the ice cream flavor options were really weird (only cinnamon and chili flavors... why would I want those when my entire meal had so much spice). For this reason, they deserve to get docked 1 star.

i visited this restaurant on a wednesday evening around 5:45pm, and although there was a wait of about an hour for our party of two, the experience was worth it. once inside, we were directed to the bar area where we could order light appetizers and drinks while waiting. now, let's dive into the food ratings: - gunpowder potatoes (3.5/5): while this dish was decent, it didn't quite meet my expectations. the accompanying sauce was a bit too sour for my liking, and i was hoping for crispier potatoes. - black daal (3.5/5): personally, i'm not a huge fan of beans, but if you enjoy them, this dish is well-prepared. it might not be my personal favorite, but it's still flavorful and well-executed. - chicken ruby (5/5): this dish reminded me a lot of chicken tikka masala, but with a spicier kick. although the portion size was a bit smaller compared to the price, the flavors were outstanding. the combination of spices created a complex and extremely delicious experience. in fact, it's one of the best indian dishes i've ever had.

I'm not sure there's much more to be said about the delicious food, refreshing cocktails and hospitable service... but I have to say there aren't many busy restaurants in London where a single diner is made to feel entirely at home as is the case at Dishoom. Worth the wait, even solo. If they have ripe mango for dessert, make room in your stomach!

I read a review from five years ago and it seems the place is much the same. Certainly didn't live up to the hype with all the reviews and 45 minute wait. This is my first time to London and have heard great things about the Indian food here and if I didn't mind the wait... this place was well worth it. Sadly it isn't. I arrived early to get on the list and they handed me a glass of sherry. It was odd because someone outside takes your name and then directs you inside to get a pager. I went inside and it was the same procedure all over again; even though the person outside took my name, the hostess seemed oblivious and asked for my name and how many in party again. I was given a pager and told I could wait in the bar area and she pointed to that area. No sooner did I place one step into the bar area when someone with a headset grabbed my arm and told me "no no no" and pointed to a separate area next to the bar where I could wait. Everyone seemed to be herded into this area with very limited counter space and even fewer stools. I managed to find space at a shared counter and struck up a nice conversation with some people at the counter. They serve drinks and appetizers in this area but getting someone take your order is a challenge. Oddly, a server took the order of every at the counter where I was standing but skipped me. After she came back and dropped off their drinks and appetizers, she again, walked away without even acknowledging my presence. I walked over and asked if I could place and order and in the most snide tone possible, she said she would get to me and told me to go back to the counter. She never did come back but ultimately someone did come. For starters we I had an old fashioned and we shared the Chili Chicken. The old fashioned was good but instead of an orange peel, it was served with some sort of leaf. Not sure what the leaf was for. An old fashion is a very traditional drink and I don't know why you would mix it up with anything else. The Chili Chicken was nice but it came by itself. It would have been nice with some pita chips or something to put it on. But by itself, I don't recommend. We waited the 45 minutes for our table and right after being seated, they seemed to expect us to place our order right away. We took a few minutes to check the menu and they seem to come by every 30 seconds asking to take our order. Ultimately, we felt pressured to order and went with the Chicken Tikka and Masala Prawns, Garlic Naan and Basmati Rice. They were pretty quick about preparing the food; the shrimp came on a cold plate. Although they are charred, when we got them they were quite cold and a bit chewy. The Chicken Tikka was okay, but a little dry and not much flavor. The Garlic Naan was more like plain naan. The rice was fresh but nothing special. I was visiting London to see a friend and we were trying to enjoy a good conversation. But it was painfully clear they want to turn over tables as quickly as possible. I did note there is an incredible line that never seems to get smaller, but why should we cut out dining experience short? We were asked so many times if we were finished even though it was clear we had not finished our meals. Finally, someone different came over, interrupted our conversation and even put her hands on our plates asking if we were finished. Again, it was clear they were going to be relentless and not let us enjoy the rest of our evening. So, we let them clear our table and then they asked us if we wanted dessert. I had the cinnamon ice cream which was probably the best part of the evening. Overall, it was simply average, but mostly disappointing given all I have heard about the great Indian food in London. I'm sure there are some good Indian restaurants but this isn't one of them.