Dishoom Edinburgh in Edinburgh, City of

Best Indian fine dining restaurant in Scotland

We were served by IVAN and the service that we got was truly amazing.!!

If you are in Edinburgh and wanted an Indian cuisine this is one of the top in the list. Try to avoid weekends. Wait time can go beyond 45 minutes in a very cold weather. Huge place with many food selections. Noisy if crowded.

Really cool aesthetic and beautiful windows upstairs. Fantastic food, try the okra fries!Overall very smooth service, but our waiter went MIA for 30 minutes so another sweet waitress jumped in to take our order. The original server acted like nothing happened

disclaimer: I didn't go to the Dishoom in Edinburgh, but I just want to give a shout out to the lady who was based in the Edinburgh branch and was at the Dishoom + Pastis popup in NYC 2 weeks ago late august . She was so hospitable and lovely and although I forgot her name, she made everyone feel right at home despite how insane the line was at Pastis. Genuine person and she really defines the gold standard of what hospitality is! She gave me a tee shirt on the house cuz I was fangirling hardddd LOL.

An Indian restaurant with excellent food, but it is noisy, but compared to the level of food, it is excellent and worth a visit

My daughter and I dined here yesterday, the food was outstanding but the decor was like something out of the 1960's we were in the basement 3 flights of stairs to go down and all these wooden out of date tables and chairs, the place was very busy and far too noisy, the toilets badly needing like the dining area refurbished, I would go back because it's the best indian food i have ever tasted but please spend some of your profits and give the place a makeover

As an Indian, I found the food that we ordered to be pretty ordinary and on par with any average restaurant back home. Ambience was nothing exceptional and the restaurant, being popular, was quite noisy. The service was exceptional and the staff went out of their way to make us feel comfortable.

Everything was extremely good in there 🤍

The plates were too small, it was too crowded and noisy. Overall it was good

Had an amazing visit - so accommodating for the buggy and my baby. Staff super friendly and attentive! Thanks again!

Top restaurant, the atmosphere is great, the waiters gave us very good advice (some of our table didn't like it when the dishes were too spicy) It was a treat! THANKS

The restaurant is nice, but not wow Food is not good for those who cannot tolerate spicy food It is always crowded and the wait takes longer than half an hour or more And the prices are kind of high

The food was delicious and I came without a reservation and entered quickly without waiting, knowing that they require reservations I ordered chicken masala, white rice, and vegetable samosa, all of which was delicious...the music was loud and annoying, and their service was fast, knowing that the restaurant was crowded.

We were lucky enough to have time between our flight arriving into Edinburgh and our train home for a quick bacon naan and chai. Always love coming to Dishoom. The food is incredible, the staff are lovely and the restaurants are always so beautiful. The lift wasn't working but that made me feel better about having a free refill of my chocolate chai 😋😂😉

This has to be the best Indian food I've had outside of India.

A must try , food service was great 10/10 for sure

My mom and I visited Dishoom twice on our trip to Edinburgh. Our first experience was so good, we had to visit again before we left. Both of our servers Ira and Yanko were very accommodating and personable. They were both very easy to talk to and they both genuinely cared about our experience. The food here was very flavorful. We tried a lot of different dishes and none were disappointing. These two deserve a raise in pay, excellent service.😊

Been away last 10 days in Avignon, France & then Edinburgh & this was easily the tastiest & best meal I’ve had. I would advise booking as there were people queuing without reservations when we arrived, food is top notch, service decent, prices reasonable. When the upstairs dining room is full it can get loud (minimal soft furnishings) but other than that (and us being given a cheaper bill for another table by mistake!), it was a great dining experience. Kudos to the Dishoom team 👌

If you are in the UK for any amount of time eat at here at least twice. Loved our meal at the Covent Garden London location and again in Edinburgh. Are here twice but didn't order the same thing twice! Great cocktails too.

Daniel was an excellent server! He recommended that we start with the pau bhaji. We’ve dined at several Indian restaurants and have never had this dish. We highly recommend you try it! We love the company’s meal for a meal and saying on the wall. When we travel across the pond again, we want to dine here again!!

This place has everything spot on! The food was absolutely amazing- easily my favourite spot to dine. Our server, Andrea, was great! She was very attentive and brought a cheerful attitude to our experience. She helped guide us through the menu to choose the perfect dishes. Lovely dining experience from start to finish.

The best Indian food! Delicious!

We had been to Dishoom in London and had to try this one, too. We didn't wait long in line, they got us in quickly (it was after 2pm). I love that they have dairy free, vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options and menus. Our waiter was fantastic. The food was delicious. We ate too much. Then we bought the cook book.

To begin with you NEED to make a reservation or you’ll wait for more then hour. The food was good but the prices were on fire.

Very delicious and lovely helpful staff

Amazing experience. Had such a awesome server guy 👦, the Chai was flowing and the breakfast was amazing.

Everything was excellent. The food was delicious, and despite the restaurant being quite busy, Mat handled everything exceptionally well. He is very knowledgeable about the menu and provided us with excellent service.

Staff were super attentive and helpful. I had the salli boti (lamb curry), which was delicious. I was eating alone so didn't have a second dish, but would loved to have had more. Complimentary chai was lovely.

The place and service is really nice. Despite my initial negative bias because of the smell, I loved every dish, as the spices were well blended and tasted great.

I think something wrong with the chicken Biriyani we been there two times and both the times we got food poison after having chicken Biriyani the sad part is kids also had that and they too got food poison very disappointed👎🏻

Ooh…hit Dishoom twice this trip. Once again in London (Covent Garden) and then again in Edinburgh. Heaven!!! Wonderful food - as usual. Our waiter - a wonderful chap named Kingsley - actually took note of our previous Dishoom experience and suggested we try Salli Boti, an Edinburgh special served with rumali roti. Yummy!!! Definitely amust try dish! Thank you Kingsley!!!

This is my fourth visit to Dishoom The food is excellent 👌Must try kheema pav ,samosas ,chaat etc In fact all dishes r good The best was chai with bun Maska

Came in as a solo traveler and was treated with so much kindness and attention. The paneer tikka and house chaat are standouts, and the chai is spicy and sweet, but in a good way - it doesn’t taste like autumnal candle juice. The service was great and quick, and the waiters are all very knowledgeable about the menu. Will absolutely return if I’m ever in Edinburgh again.

The food is delicious but expensive, the service is excellent, and the music is annoying

Excellent experience! Great service and even better food! Highly recommend

delicious food and the location are perfect next to the park

Frankly speaking, the restaurant does not deserve praise. In the beginning, they take the name and we have to wait for the bar until there is a place in it. The bar and the bar go down a long staircase to it, and we have small children. Then half an hour later, they said, “Come on.” There is a table, and a table on a second floor. We can go up to it after a staircase longer than the one before it, and the food. I swear to God, I ask forgiveness from God, even the dish has spices and the atmosphere is full of annoyance

Ambiance is nice. Service is nice. Food itself is average, but wouldn't say anything is special. Overall a hyped place. Go for the name but not if you're craving good food.

We had a delicious lunch and we are used to going to this restaurant in London but the Edinburgh branch is much better, and the service was very special especially (Millie) she was very nice and helpful and gave us suggestions for places to visit in Edinburgh thank you very much

This was the BEST meal I have ever ever ever ever ever tasted. I’m from Asian descent and I know good Middle Eastern food, and this takes the CROWN! So good, and I cannot wait to come back!

This pace is a Must go for everyone who visits Edinburgh. Smashingly delicious food, and we ordered the sharbats for drinks and they were really amazing. The atmosphere takes you back to India and you feel like your partly in India and partly in Scotland 😆

The chai tea was to die for!!!! And the breakfast naan was wonderfully delicious. I will dream of this meal forever.

Had wanted to try dishoom for ages but hadn’t realised they do breakfast - and man oh man was it good. Crisp soft flaky naan with salty bacon and sweet chilli jam, hot spicy gingery chai and incredible service from Kingsley who provided the warmest welcome and huge smiles throughout 😊 Plus the decor and ambience was olde worldly and spot on 💚Really incredible experience - highly recommend! 🫖 🥓 🌶️

I had been to Dishoom in Covent Garden (London) before, so I knew it would be a great choice for lunch in Edinburgh. The restaurant was busy, but the service was still fast. They have some Hala items such as chicken. We had the chicken biryani and chole batura. The interior atmosphere was superb and the food was equally delicious. Had a great afternoon dining there.

Long queue..had to wait for more than 30 minutes..lift was out of order ...many stairs up and down. We ordered VEGETABLES SAMOSA...it had sour taste with some sweet sauce was served ..no usual chutney which is served in most of the Indian restaurant CHICKEN BIRIANY WAS GREEZY with little amount of chicken...BLACK DAL was tasteless no spices at all ... atmosphere was not nice ....noises with loud music ...the staffs were polite and water was cold that's the only 2 things I liked .

We had a lovely breakfast at Dishoom this morning. Every aspect of our meal was wonderful from the ambiance to the service to the food. Oh, and did I mention the chai? It was so incredibly tasty. We just wish we were in town longer to come back for dinner!

Just the best Indian I’ve had in the UK!! Whether in London or Edinburgh … worth any wait.

Personally I will not recommend this place as Its not suitable for kids. This place ruined my wife's birthday dinner. 1st they ask us to wait for an hour in the Bar, then after 1hr of wait food came that was so so spicy that my kids could not eat them and it was very late for us to go to the other restaurant. Eventually my kids stayed hungry there so we also came backhungry. I will not recommend this place for kids at all! For grown-up may be taste is good. I will Personally never go back to this place again. I am regretting why I decided to go there though there was quite few decent restaurants are around with good customer reviews!

Absolutely amazing, the restaurant is so cute and the food is amazing.

What was that? I've literally had better Indian food in gas stations. So overpriced, overhyped, and underwhelming. Didn't even bother taking the leftovers home, and there was plenty of uneaten food.... for a reason. Do better, Dishoom, or charge a LOT less.

If I could I would give negative stars. We tried this place after being highly recommended by our friends. We were large party of 16, first they don't take reservations, once we got there had to wait 60 minutes and that too we all had to split into table of 4 or 5. We were placed in basement whereas some who were seated on main floor got table after us yet were finished early. Waiter wouldn't come on time, also was giving attitude. When we lost our patience and informed manager, next thing he comes to our table and confronted us (BIG NO NO). Not sure who will give a good rating after getting confronted. 😳🙄

what an outstanding different meal . service was great despite being busy , will be back for sure

I came here for lunch with my family. Nice ambience and the servers were lovely. One of them noticed we were celebrating a birthday and gave us a free dessert so that was very thoughtful. Thank you for that sweet gesture. The food and chai were nice and quite authentic.. would visit again.

Went here to celebrate my dads birthday and was quite disappointed with the service, the long wait and the food. We asked the staff for a special celebration with candles which they seem to miss completely. The mutton curry we ordered was terrible with the meat being very hard to chew - if you live in India and expect to the place to be at par with the local experience you will definitely be disappointed.. locals obviously don’t know any better

One of the best Indian restaurants of my life. I recommend the chole pury.

We were completely impressed by the Dishoom in Edinburgh! As soon as we entered the restaurant, we were captivated by the unique atmosphere - it felt like you had landed in a charming restaurant in Bombay. Our experience began in the stylish bar, where we relaxed and waited for our table with excellent cocktails. This waiting time was anything but annoying - it actually made us even more excited about the upcoming culinary highlight. The food was an absolute fireworks display! We had the pleasure of trying Paneer Tikka, Chicken Berry Britannia, Awadhi Jackfruit Biryani, Garlic Naan and Dishoom House Chaat - each dish was simply sensational. The Paneer Tikka was perfectly seasoned, the Chicken Berry Britannia was a wonderful mix of savory and fruity flavors, and the Awadhi Jackfruit Biryani was an exciting, flavorful dish that would satisfy even meat lovers. The Garlic Naan was fluffy and flavorful while the Dishoom House Chaat was a refreshing and crunchy starter that delighted us. Yes, the food here is worth every penny. The combination of high-quality ingredients, a great atmosphere and first-class service makes Dishoom an unforgettable experience. The staff is extremely attentive and warm, which rounded off our evening perfectly. Dishoom is definitely an exclusive restaurant, but it's well worth it - a must for anyone looking for a special dining experience in Edinburgh. We can't wait to come back!

We had to check out Dishoom after hearing the rave reviews from all the locals we met during our stay in Edinburgh. Great classics like chili chicken and biriyani as well as a few new twists, you must try the okra fries. Food and service were great, definitely worth a visit if you're in the mood for classic (north) Indian food.

Great food ,,helpful staff,, the only problem is the high and noise music it’s just too high volume you can’t hear what your partner is talking about!!!!

What a great aesthetic, the place is so classy! The food was great, good portions. The staff were lovely, all round a great experience.

Best food, liked quick and polite service. Thanks for refilling authentic Indian tea. Yes, you matched the taste 👍

Staff here work hard for tip, all seem to get on with each other and this makes the atmosphere a great one. Although service charge included great service is just what you get. The food speaks for itself ! Stunning

It was truly a lovely experience. We went out for dinner and did not expect this, the food was great, they had a waiting bar where you could get snacks and drinks while waiting. Wait time is 30-40 mins but totally worth it. Service was very quick and they brought food out fast and it was soo good. Highly reccomend. Its one of the best in the UK and i agree. If you want Indian food in Edinburgh, go here

When will Dishoom open in NYC? It is becoming difficult to fly across the Pond for the most delicious Indian food.

The House Black Daal was amazing!

Excellent service and drinks menu impressive

We ordered okra fries, of course, it is fried okra, and it was delicious. I recommend it. The second dish is a delicious vegetable samosa... and the pieces are balanced and balanced 💕💕💕

You have not lived until you’ve tried Dishoom’s breakfast menu. The naan wrap is incredible: I got the vegan naan with plant-based sausage, and it is delectable. Pair it with a chai and you’ve got yourself the best breakfast in Edinburgh. Lunch and dinner is great here as well.

The restaurant's atmosphere was cozy and inviting, creating a relaxed dining experience. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, making our visit even more enjoyable. If you're craving authentic Indian cuisine, Dishoom is an absolute must-try.

Waited for 90 min before Dinein in queue. 😴 While waiting, I served with free hot tea, which was not very hot. 🍵 During waiting of 90 minutes, I saw at least 4-5 tables were empty. 🤔 Looks like it was a business strategy to wait outside the restaurant. 😒 Food was not at all good indian food. 🤢 Don't go by ratings, food is nowhere close to indian food. ❌ #RestaurantFail #BadFood #NotWorthTheWait

The restaurant is very charming, and the buzz and sounds add atmosphere and life to the place. The decor is absolutely fantastic, and the food is delicious. We ordered four dishes, and all of them were great. The most important thing is that the restaurant offers halal food. I would give this restaurant a 10 out of 10.

Food was amazing, one of the best Indians I've had in scotland, small plates but going with friends is better as you can share and try more.

Bad experience no vegetarian choice only 1 currys mater paneer also services is very poor

This is my fav restaurant in London and I’ve been to a few of their locations there. There’s always a wait and it’s always worth it! I tried out their Edinburgh location during Fringe Fest and am glad I did! My server was friendly and helpful. The ruby chicken was as delicious as I’ve had in the past. Basmati rice & garlic naan were great too. All of this food and a large Flying Horse beer plus tip was £37.08/€43.41/$47.66. I’ll be back. :)

I recently went to Dishoom in Edinburgh for dinner and had the pleasure of enjoying their Pau Bhaji, Salli Boti, Rumali Roti, and a comforting cup of Chai. While the line was very long and required some patience, the wait was well worth it. From the moment I took the first bite, I was blown away by the depth of flavor and authenticity in each dish. The Salli Boti was particularly impressive, with tender meat and perfectly balanced spices that created an unforgettable taste. The Pau Bhaji was wonderfully spiced, served with buttery, toasted buns that hit all the right notes of comfort food. The Rumali Roti was light, thin, and perfectly soft, making it the ideal accompaniment to the rich, flavorful dishes. The Chai was rich and aromatic, rounding off the meal beautifully. One of the best things about Dishoom is the value for money. The portions are generous, ensuring you leave feeling satisfied, yet the prices are quite reasonable for the quality of food on offer. It’s rare to find a place that delivers both in terms of quantity and quality, but Dishoom excels at both. The restaurant itself has a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for anything from a casual dinner to a special occasion. Great service was provided by Pawel even though he was super busy, the incredible food and warm ambiance more than made up for it, making the experience truly memorable. Despite the long wait, I highly recommend Dishoom to anyone visiting Edinburgh. Whether you’re a fan of Indian/Irani cuisine or simply looking to try something new, this place offers an exceptional dining experience that won’t break the bank.

I went to have dinner with family and friends. The staff was very helpful and provided insight to order right amount of food. Snacks and mains were delicious. I never had so tender lamb chops before. All dishes were delicious though priced slightly steep. Atmosphere was good but I prefer London one better.

Amazing breakfast menu. Delicious bacon and egg naan. Beautifully spiced chai. Friendly staff

Massively overpriced. The food was good, but not great. I would prefer some more traditional Indian offerings. Our waiter was fantastic but clearly run off his feet by some very demanding tables. The thing I just cannot get over is the pricing. The pricing is well above what is justified. A very small portion of chicken curry and rice was £20.40. It was so small I ended up buying a side of roti for another £4.50 to bulk it up. The “small plate” of khichia was basically less than one popadom and a small amount of dips for £3.90. It was not enough for one person never mind to share. The gunpowder potatoes priced at £9.50 should clearly be sold as a side dish and not as a main “grill” dish. Reminds me of some of the other chain restaurants that have previously run into trouble for selling small amounts of food at unsustainable prices. It won’t last once the novelty has worn off. It was almost the same price for two people as for four of us a few days earlier at Miller and Carter for a much more substantial lunch.

13 August between 10 and 11 am and a 50-minute wait for breakfast! This is just a joke. We even chased a waiter, who said the kitchen was busy and promised to check and update us but never came back. We were late for our next reservation and had to buy new tickets. If you have any respect for your guests, you MUST warn them that they are going to have to wait for a whole hour to get an omelette. I’m sure the wait would get much shorter, too, as we surely would’ve gone to any other restaurant next door to order our omelette there. What a disgrace for the brand.

had a great meal and was waiting for a friend at the toilet when leaving and was told by one of staff to leave if we weren’t eating after spending over £70 on our meal. Sad ending to a lovely meal

Service was good and well-organised. Was busy but was seated quickly. Food was OK. Good quality bacon on my Bacon Naan Roll but the dish overall only amounted to some bits of bacon and yogurt on a small sliced naan with a tangy tomato sauce on the side. Nothing wrong with the food but I wasn't massively impressed either and at £30 for my roll, a bowl of porridge and two glasses of OJ - I was disappointed. Was my first visit, it was fine but I don't get the hype and I doubt I would go again.

Phenomenal food, and the customer service was great. I look forward to eating here next time I'm in the country. It's a definite must-try.

AMAZING!!! Worth booking but also worth waiting for if you don't book. Second visit and it was as good as the last. DELICIOUS food, great tea selection and the chocolate chai was SO GOOD!!!

Incredible, as always. I love this restaurant chain to taste Indian food. They are very authentic flavors since they do not serve the typical chicken tika dishes and others. We have had the lentil Dalh which has been truly spectacular. An incredible chicken curry and other dishes such as Gunpowder potatoes that left us very satisfied. Spoilers!! Everything is spicy, even what says “mild”. If you don't like spicy at all, this is not your place. Moderate price for what it is in the UK. We paid £53 for a meal for 2 drinking water.

Food quality and taste is quite good..the only challenge is waiting time..you may have to wait 45-50 mins

A cosy restaurant on two levels. Many specialties from India, most of them spicy. Lower level is also a cocktail bar.

One of the best restaurants serving Indian food in Europe

Especial Thanks for Tude & Nono Great experience apart of long waiting time . Although, we’ve got a very delicious food . Little reminder,,the girl who stand in front of the door (outside) does not rise to the level of her colleagues .

My first time here, fantastic restaurant, the food, service & atmosphere was excellent. We will definitely be back. Highly recommended ⭐⭐ Visited again for 3rd just last week and it is always a great experience. The service is excellent, the staff are very knowlegable and so freindly. The food is the best I've had. Highly recommended Dishoom 💜

Really very good Indian cuisine, the establishment is worth it because you have to be patient. But it's worth it. And when we see the queue of customers every evening, it is a guarantee of quality and taste.

One of the distinguished Indian restaurants in Edinburgh...it requires a reservation, but we went without a reservation. We waited for a quarter of an hour and the turn was moving quickly...We ordered biryani, butter chicken, potato salad, and yogurt. All the dishes are delicious. I advise him to visit.

I used to come so many times. We had a rude attitude from one worker and we talked to the manager in 1st floor and she said she have to support her worker which is even worst ! We left and we are not coming back.

We enjoyed a lovely meal, after a 40 minute wait, however we were ‘policed’ all night. My 21year old nephew’s wallet was lost and he’d no ID (apart from a photo of his passport which wasn’t acceptable!) He felt like a criminal all night and actually so did his mum and I. At least 5 members of staff came to the table several times to check what he was drinking. They removed his glass on one occasion! It was despicable!! The moral of the tale is to make sure you have ID if you look under about 30!! Lovely atmosphere, food, and wine if you’re the age to enjoy it!!

The best Indian restaurant, the food is delicious and the atmosphere is beautiful

I can give only C certificate not A because many cheap street foods better taste than this restaurant.

So beautiful! Love that they have a vegan menu. Vegan akuri was delicious

Great food, great service, funny comments written in Hindi. Friendly and helpful staff. We ordered a lot and everything was fantastic.

Had breakfast at Dishoom yesterday, our third visit and the food was amazing as always. We had The Big Bombay, Keema Per Eedu and Sweet Uttapam Stack. Absolutely delicious. Our waiter Yanko was very friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back soon

Great service, beautiful atmosphere, and the food was so good we went twice in our 4 day stay! For sure get the bottomless masala chai and homemade naan rolls. Can't recommend enough!

Fantastic place for South Asian cuisine. Great service from the lovely Finnish server.