Dishoom, Canary Wharf
54 people recommend, 14 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia X, r/LondonFood, r/london, r/UKfood30 comments cited below
The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 35 threads.
What people say, in short
Dishoom is recommended across its London outlets, including Canary Wharf. Breakfast naans and black daal are recurring favourites, and two commenters describe the chain as child-friendly. The enthusiasm is not universal: diners also report queues, high prices and food they find too mild or overhyped. One Canary Wharf diner is underwhelmed overall despite liking dishes that evoke Bombay.
Address
Dishoom Canary Wharf, Wood Wharf, 13 Water St, Canary Wharf Estate, London E14 5GX, United Kingdom
At a glance
- Best for
- Family
- Opinions divided
- Yes
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommends@CorianderFlow on X · Nov 2026taste
Recommends Dishoom as top tier for reimagining South Mumbai/Irani Cafe food, with service that stands out.
- Mixedu/navratankurma in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026wait time
Thinks it's pretty good but tables are hard to get unless booked well ahead.
- Recommendsu/AjTherapyUk in r/LondonFood · Jan 2026ambience
Recommends the Kensington branch's atmosphere and breakfast; that branch experience is not a Canary Wharf claim.
- Mixedu/VHorowitz in r/LondonFood · Dec 2025wait time
Suggests it as a less expensive option but advises avoiding the enormous queues.
- Recommendsu/JoeyJoJoeJr_Shabadoo in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026
Likes its Irani-cafe approach and defends it against criticism of its popularity.
- Recommendsu/Madmonkey91 in r/LondonFood · Sep 2025
Lists it as a Canary Wharf option, more upmarket and pricey
- Mixedu/bromleylad in r/LondonFood · Jul 2025consistency
Underwhelmed overall, though some dishes evoke old Bombay.
- Recommendsu/mralistair in r/LondonFood · Dec 2025
Recommends it.
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- Caveat@MrChrisLeeks on X · Aug 2026
Says Dishoom is a chain and not among the top Indian restaurants in London.
- Caveatu/Extreme-Plum6059 in r/LondonFood · Aug 2026
Doesn't get the Dishoom hype; thinks most curry houses are better.
- Caveatu/LongjumpingChart6529 in r/LondonFood · Jul 2026taste
Finds Dishoom bland for vegetarian dishes.
- Recommendsu/Immediate_Sand_9350 in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026variety
Brunch menu is where it shines, with fun fusion naans and rarer Irani options; very kid friendly.
- Mixedu/Fresh-Turnover4006 in r/LondonFood · Jul 2026taste
Finds it overhyped but consistently good with great vegetarian options.
- Caveatu/Terrible_Vermicelli1 in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026taste
Found it westernised, lacking authenticity and spice, though tasty enough.
- Recommendsu/anequalmusic in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026
Calls it great and often full of Indians enjoying themselves, with critics disliking its popularity.
- Recommendsu/ChancePattern in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026taste
Insists it has one of the best breakfasts in London.
- Recommendsu/Restorationjoy in r/LondonFood · Jan 2026taste
Praises the breakfast and suggests a morning visit.
- Recommendsu/Independent_Inside23 in r/LondonFood · Dec 2025taste
Accessible and decent, the black daal is amazing
- Recommendsu/saka-she-17 in r/london · Mar 2025
Suggested as a good Indian option for the group, though pricey
- Recommendsu/Middle-Reflection828 in r/london · Jan 2025taste
Says Dishoom is always fantastic, acknowledging it isn't strictly authentic.
- Recommendsu/mo_faraway in r/LondonFood · Nov 2026taste
Suggests trying the black daal, naan and biryani if not visited before.
- Mixedu/Love-That-Danhausen in r/LondonFood · Aug 2026
Calls it fun, approachable and tasty beginner Indian dining, but says better options exist.
- Recommendsu/slimkid504 in r/LondonFood · Mar 2026
Says it's worth trying if you haven't had South Asian food in the UK, though it splits opinion.
- Recommendsu/YouSayWotNow in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026variety
Enjoys the menu and vibe, praising the fusion breakfast naans and suggesting breakfast visits.
- Recommendsu/Jpmoz999 in r/LondonFood · May 2026
Called great in a list of recommendations for the family's trip.
- Recommendsu/Mirandita13 in r/LondonFood · Feb 2026
Says it's very nice and you can book for lunch so there's no need to queue.
- Caveatu/Radiant_Length_6564 in r/LondonFood · Dec 2025
A bit overrated in their opinion
- Recommendsu/P4riah in r/london · Jul 2025
Recommends it after both takeaway and restaurant visits, without making a dietary-safety guarantee.
- Recommendsu/wildOldcheesecake in r/london · Jan 2025taste
Loves Dishoom and praises their breakfast in reply to a Dishoom recommendation.
- Mixedu/sadia_y in r/UKfood · May 2024taste
Finds the food tasty but aimed at a western palate, and prefers Brick Lane or Southall for a more traditional Indian meal.
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