Dishoom Covent Garden
London, United Kingdom; 12 Upper St Martin’s Lane, London WC2H 9FB, United Kingdom
Dishoom Covent Garden turns its dining room into an affectionate interpretation of Bombay’s early cinema world. Photographs, objects and design references evoke the excitement of the talkies, while the wider restaurant idea draws on the city’s café culture. The theatrical setting feels particularly appropriate in this part of London, close to the West End’s own entertainment district. The menu works across the day. Breakfast might involve a bacon naan roll or akuri, while later meals can centre on house black daal and a selection of dishes for sharing. The branch’s prawn pathia combines marinated, grilled prawns with a sweet, sharp tomato masala, giving this address a specific reason to visit within the wider group. Condé Nast Traveller includes Dishoom in its 2026 guide to eating in Covent Garden. Its appeal here is practical as well as culinary: the broad menu and all-day operation make it adaptable to different itineraries and appetites. Expect a busy restaurant rather than a quiet retreat. It completes the London ten because memorable city dining also depends on atmosphere, accessibility and the pleasure of a generous shared meal.