Dishoom Carnaby

Dishoom Carnaby The original Bombay cafés have almost disappeared. Opened early last century by Zoroastrian immigrant Today, fewer than 30 remain.
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Dishoom pays loving homage to the Irani cafés that were once part of the fabric of life in Bombay. Opened early last century by Zoroastrian immigrants from Iran, there were almost 400 of these cafés at their peak in the 1960s.

23/09/2026

In our ‘What’s In My Dabba?’ series, we get a glimpse into some of our friends’ kitchens, as they share the judicious spicing of their favourite dishes, along with hosting rituals, tips and stories.

This month, Rez Rahman, of globe-trotting supper club Roti Mami (.mami), recalls fondest childhood memories in her Grandma’s East London kitchen, along with discerning tips for carefully harnessing spices and best advice on generous hosting.

Rez also shares a tempting recipe for Chilli Cheese Parathas, loved deeply by friends and family alike. Peruse the interview at your leisure and try the recipe for yourself via the link in bio.

18/09/2026

A reason to rejoice: bookings are now live for our soft launch at Dishoom Borough before doors are properly flung open from 21st October. From 12th – 20th October, delight in 50% off food for the entire table while our team finalises their training.

Do come and try our café special, the Keralan Roast Chicken — reason enough to visit on its own.

Kindly note: walk-ins are welcome during the soft launch.

Book your place via the link in bio — for both the soft launch and general bookings from October 21st.

17/08/2026

Group Feasting at Dishoom, freshly re-imagined.

Three new menus, each a wander through our most cherished Bombay bites — slip into family homes, criss-cross to street stalls, follow your cravings.

Smoke, char, silly-soft grills, plentiful puddings, and the tastiest food in all Bombay. Non-veg, veg and vegan menus for all. For groups of 8+, shared by everyone at the table.

Book a Group Feast — link in bio.

07/08/2026

Late Plates: Bookings Now Open.

From Sunday 9th August, the first of two never-before-seen dishes arrives. An ever-changing collection of experimentations and culinary wanderings, plates of uncommon deliciousness served only late into the night. Come taste the kitchen thinking aloud – while it lasts. One month’s creations are seldom the next. (Most-loved dishes may make it into future menus.)

To book, select ‘Late Plates’ and browse the exclusive menu.

Late Plates are served Sunday to Thursday from 9.30pm, for those who’ve booked tables. Limited portions available each night.

Book a table via the link in bio.

06/07/2026

Gladden hungry gatherings with a show-stopping centrepiece. Whole lamb rack lies overnight in raw papaya, yoghurt and humble spices. Roasted until blushingly pink, adorned with pomegranate and finished with a thrilling Kashmiri chilli sauce.

Order Grilled Greens, Gunpowder Potatoes and signature sides to complete proceedings.

Suitable for 4–8 persons. Pre-order at least three days ahead of your visit (a limited number will be available on the day).

02/07/2026

As part of our ‘What’s In My Dabba?’ series, we get a glimpse into friends’ kitchens, as they share judicious spicing of favourite dishes and tips inherited from elders.
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This month, we join Rege Batchu (), the chef behind beloved recipe hub Bad and Bhaji – home to all manner of glorious Punjabi dishes, lovingly passed down.

Rege tenderly recollects early food memories, his Mama-ji central to each rhythm and ritual: Smoking ghee. Fresh herbs perfuming countertops. Pressure cookers joyfully whistling. Along with revealing tips for saving over-salted dishes and expertly blooming (not burning) spices. He also shares a comforting recipe for warmly spiced Butternut Squash Sabji.

Read the full article and find the recipe via the link in our bio.

27/06/2026

What if we spent more time enjoying time? Unbridled moments of beautiful things, much like the care, attentiveness and love that goes into making a slow, rich cup of chai. This weekend, wander over to to do exactly that with . The wonderful team has taken over the iconic space on Chiltern Street, to create beautiful moments that invite you to waste time, deliciously.

This poem I wrote was the inspiration behind my Chai Pe Charcha which took place here yesterday morning—I cannot express how much fun it was!

Step outside and it hits you. That thick, heavy air. The kind that makes you move just a little bit slower, seeking out ...
26/05/2026

Step outside and it hits you. That thick, heavy air. The kind that makes you move just a little bit slower, seeking out the shady side of the street. It’s a heat that feels fiercely familiar- more than a little bit like a sweltering, mid-afternoon in Bombay.

Swing on by to the cool, shaded sanctuary of any Dishoom café, pull up a chair, and let us revive you with the ultimate, time-honoured antidote:

Mango Kulfi - Satin-smooth, sweet real mango.
Pistachio Kulfi - Creamy, proper pistachio.
Malai Kulfi - The champion, with a gentle hint of caramel.

Step inside, find comfort in the cool, and let a kulfi work its magic.

Win glorious limited-edition mango merch!We’re giving away an Aunty Alphonso’s Mango Tee and ever-reliable Mango Pickle ...
15/05/2026

Win glorious limited-edition mango merch!

We’re giving away an Aunty Alphonso’s Mango Tee and ever-reliable Mango Pickle Market Bag.

To enter, follow , and comment ‘mango’ on this post by 21st May 2026. We’ll message you to complete the giveaway. The winner will be contacted by email. Abundant luck.

Kindly note, this competition is for UK residents only, aged 18 and above. See full terms & conditions at the link in bio.

07/05/2026

This month’s Dishoom Loves arrives with a deeply familiar and enticing scent – the glorious mango – finally in season for a few fleeting weeks. Long, fruitful evenings of sticky grins and messy chins await. Join us in celebrating the centrepiece of Bombay summer, not simply as cherished treat, but also as artistic muse, fine flavourer of vodka, and most stylish jewellery inspiration.

Read the full article using the link in bio.

Friends, a polite notice of our new opening hours: from today, guests are very welcome to order food until 9:30pm and ti...
24/09/2020

Friends, a polite notice of our new opening hours: from today, guests are very welcome to order food until 9:30pm and tipples until 9:45pm, and we’ll need to close our doors at 10pm sharp.

Looking ahead, from Monday we're very pleased to introduce an updated menu with new and returning plates of the heartiest Bombay comfort food (more on those coming soon), as well as a first-class new w**e list.

Reservations remain open for groups of up to six guests (observing local restrictions on household meet-ups, of course) and we absolutely look forward to welcoming you at your leisure.

After a strange and uncertain few months, we’re extremely happy to be firing up the stoves, brewing large pots of chai a...
01/07/2020

After a strange and uncertain few months, we’re extremely happy to be firing up the stoves, brewing large pots of chai and warming up our welcomes so we can open our doors to you all on Friday, July 10th!

As part of our measures to keep everyone safe during the time of coronavirus, we are now taking reservations for any size of group up to a maximum of 6 at any time of day. Walk-ins will always be welcome, but booking is particularly recommended for busy times such as evenings and weekends. Book now for July: https://bit.ly/2CZ9I2U

We have worked closely with leading safety specialists, and with their guidance created comprehensive safety standards to make sure our restaurants have the highest standards of health and safety for this time. More on these measures is available here: dishoom.com/safety/

After these months of hibernation, we must confess to being a touch nervous as we come out blinking in the sunlight. We’re hoping that our business still makes sense in the time of coronavirus.

More than anything, though, we’ve missed the restaurants full of you, our guests. We’ve missed our team, the lights that glow golden, and the music and the bustle and the fragrance of freshly brewed chai.

We’ll be here with big smiles whenever you feel ready to return and we can’t wait to welcome you back.

With much love,
Shamil, Kavi and the Dishoom team.

Last week’s decision to close the restaurants to dining guests was difficult and deeply sad, for all of us. Since then, ...
23/03/2020

Last week’s decision to close the restaurants to dining guests was difficult and deeply sad, for all of us. Since then, we've been absolutely blown away by the love, generosity and support you have shown to our team. From spreading the word of our burgeoning takeaway and delivery service, to offering to support us in any way possible, you all have been so big-hearted towards us. We won't forget it.

But, after a whirlwind weekend satisfying your Dishoom needs from afar, things have changed again. Today we looked at the world around us and at our wonderful team, and felt strongly that we needed to do more. So, as of now, we have halted all collection and delivery from our restaurants, so we can send our team home to stay safe and well with their loved ones. A socially distanced Dishoom family - but still a family nonetheless.

While the restaurants are closed and takeaway is off the table (so to speak), we offer solace in our cookery book, which is most certainly still available to order. May it bring Dishoom, joy and plenty of Daal to your home. From all of us, with love.

Order Dishoom online and have your favourite Bombay comfort food, like our signature House Black Daal, Dishoomed to your...
21/03/2020

Order Dishoom online and have your favourite Bombay comfort food, like our signature House Black Daal, Dishoomed to your home!

Order for collection or delivery: https://bit.ly/2J4qr4v

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