2012, LONDON
One day, an eccentric old Irani Café, creaking slightly at the seams, made the long trip from Bombay in 1970 to London in 2012.
Tired from the long journey, it shuffled into an empty space in Shoreditch and made itself comfortable.
It knew instinctively that the layers of imperfection and eccentricity built up over the many years of serving customers in Bombay weren’t merely clutter to be cleaned up and scratches to be polished out, but were in fact its very memory and character.
It decided to leave its disheveled corners right where they were, as little reminders of home.
Welcome to
Dishoom Shoreditch
Gradually, this old Irani café grew to know and love its new community in London. The customers enjoyed hearing its stories of old Bombay, the faded pictures on the walls, the gently swirling ceiling fans. Its eccentricities and quirks.
Wedged comfortably into Boundary Street, Dishoom Shoreditch – with its old Irani café charm – now calls East London home. Open all day, every day, serving Bombay comfort food for breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening tipples. All are welcome.
Food & Drink
at Dishoom Shoreditch
Begin your day at Dishoom with breakfast, which might be a Bacon Naan Roll, a Kejriwal or House Granola. Then, lunch lightly on a Paneer Roomali Roll and fancy Salads, or linger with a feast. Refresh your afternoon with a drop of Chai and a small plate or two. Dine early or dine late. Or just join us for a tipple – Gimlets, Juleps and Sours splash lively from the bar.
Shoreditch specials
Prawn Pathia
Most celebratory dish, befitting for auspicious occasions. Succulent prawns are marinated overnight in ginger, garlic and lime juice, lightly charred by the grill then nestled in a fiery-sweet-tangy tomato masala. All is accompanied with an onion salad for freshness and Roomali Roti for mopping. Best when shared.
Hunterwali’s Julep
In praise of the masked stuntwoman Mary Ann Evans, more commonly known as Fearless Nadia. Notable as Hunterwali or ‘Lady of the Whip’, in the 1940s she became Bombay’s top box-office star.
A rum do with fresh ginger and spearmint, pineapple and jaggery. As bold and spirited as the heroine herself. Drink in the limelight.
Reservations at Shoreditch
Dishoom is mostly a walk-in café. All are welcome, any time, no reservations needed. However, if you'd like to make a reservation, groups of any size may book during the day. After 6pm, we accept bookings for groups of six or more.
Fri-Sun, 21st – 23rd & 28th – 30th November
We’re hosting a celebration of South Asian talent... Stalls brimming with beautiful wares. Abundant Bombay street food and chai. One-of-a-kind craft workshops and a series of thought-provoking Chai pe Charcha (chats over chai). Intimate after-hours entertainment, and more…
Explore market
Amidst the trays of abundant food, the warm chatter and swathes of people – the Café smiled inwardly to itself. It was never happier than when it was serving its guests, sharing its love for Bombay, telling its stories. We celebrate these stories through the faded portraits on our walls. Do have a mosey…
ABOVE: This is our co-founder Shamil’s mother’s much-loved guru - Yogananda
ABOVE: A lovely portrait of our co-founder Shamil’s grandparents
ABOVE: These are Dishoom founders, and cousins, Shamil and Kavi’s family members
ABOVE: This is a photo of a girl called Rekha. On the back of the photo is written: “Rekha’s mysterious disappearance. 26 year old young mother of two sons.”
ABOVE: This is a photograph of co-founder Shamil’s Father-in-law
ABOVE: A pretty portrait of co-founder, and cousins, Shamil and Kavi’s aunt, Tila
Bombay via London
Planning your visit
Dishoom Shoreditch
7 Boundary Street
London
E2 7JE
Tel: 020 7420 9324
Monday–Wednesday 8am to 11pm
Thursday–Friday 8am to 12am
Saturday 9am to 12am
Sunday 9am to 11pm
Nearest Overground Station: Shoreditch High Street
Nearest Bus Stops: Shoreditch High Street Station (Stop N), Bethnal Green Road (Stop L)
Outdoor verandah (dogs allowed – no pets on seats please!)
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Step-free access to the front door
Toilet on the same floor as the dining area
Disabled loo
We accept bookings online up to four months in advance for up to 26 guests and accept enquiries for 26+. For larger parties or for specific event requests, do get in touch with us directly to book.
On the Verandah, the serious business of lounging is in progress. People spill out from the shadows, and laze gratefully in the sunlight. Shelves – filled with well-thumbed books – sit beside faded old photographs. The armchair creaks and sighs, with contentment.
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