Dishoom Carnaby

The story on the walls

Each Dishoom has its own theme. Carnaby's follows a young man returning to Bombay from London in 1967, and the walls are hung with photographs and mementoes from the era of beat bands and rock 'n' roll. It fits the street: Carnaby was at the centre of 1960s London style.

What to order

Mornings bring the bacon naan roll and Keema Per Eedu, spiced minced lamb with eggs. Later in the day, the signature here is Methi Gosht with paratha, lamb in a fenugreek and tomato sauce, and vegetarians are well served by pau bhaji, makhmali paneer, gunpowder potatoes and the slow-cooked house black daal. Cocktails include the Kohinoor Fizz, India Gimlet and Premier Padmini Negroni. Lunch adds lighter dishes such as the paneer roomali roll and salads, handy for a quick break from Regent Street shopping.

Getting a table

It is largely a walk-in café. Groups of any size can book during the day, but after 6pm only groups of six or more can reserve, so smaller parties may queue at peak times. While you wait, the bar serves drinks and snacks. Liberty's Tudor-style store is a minute away, and Piccadilly Circus is about five minutes south.

Highlights

• Themed on 1960s Bombay and London youth culture
• Serves breakfast through to late evening
• Signature Methi Gosht and paratha
• Strong vegetarian choice including house black daal
• Bar for drinks while you wait

Good to know

• After 6pm, bookings are only taken for groups of six or more; smaller groups walk in.
• Groups of up to 20 can book online up to four months ahead; larger parties should contact the café.
• Any size of group can book during the day.

Frequently asked questions