Location: One Chamberlain Square, Birmingham
Visited: October 2025
Category: Restaurant Review | Indian Cuisine | Birmingham City Centre

Where Bombay’s Soul Meets Birmingham’s Heart

Walk through the doors of Dishoom Birmingham, and you don’t just enter a restaurant — you step into 1960s Bombay.
The chatter, the retro music, the smell of masala and butter in the air — it’s a sensory postcard from the city that never sleeps.

Inspired by the legendary Irani cafés of Mumbai, Dishoom captures that perfect blend of chaos and charm — where everyone from writers to rickshaw drivers once gathered over chai and gossip.
Only here, the chai comes in elegant cups, and your rickshaw driver probably owns a Tesla.

Starters that Spark Joy (and Nostalgia)

The meal began with a true street-food classic — the Vada Pav, that glorious Mumbai burger of spiced potato fritter tucked into a soft pav roll.
Crunchy, fiery, and unapologetically messy — one bite and you’re instantly teleported to Dadar station, elbow-deep in chutney and bliss.

Next came the Keema Pav, a buttery bowl of slow-cooked minced lamb that could make any carnivore tear up with happiness.
It’s comfort food with charisma — rich, spiced just right, and served with warm pav buns perfect for scooping up every last drop.

Then there was the Chilli Chicken — the Indo-Chinese classic that’s equal parts nostalgia and rebellion. Tangy, spicy, and just chaotic enough to feel authentic.
This is the dish that proves Dishoom isn’t trying to reinvent Indian food — just reminding you why you fell in love with it in the first place.

Main Course: The Ruby That Shines

If Dishoom were a movie, the Chicken Ruby would be its superstar.
A decadent butter chicken, rich with tomato gravy, cream, and magic, it’s the kind of dish that silences the table mid-conversation.
Paired with soft Roomali Roti — so thin it practically flutters in your hand — it’s comfort food that flirts with fine dining.

The Chicken Biryani was equally brilliant — long-grain basmati, tender chicken, caramelized onions, and the subtle heat of whole spices.
Served with raita, it’s the sort of biryani that demands both patience and applause.

Beers, Buzz & Bombay Charm

Unlike most Indian restaurants that push wine pairings, Dishoom knows its spice deserves something crisper.
A cold Kingfisher or their own Dishoom IPA cuts through the richness perfectly.
It’s the ideal companion to a fiery plate of Keema Pav or a buttery Ruby.

Ambience: Nostalgia with a Brummie Twist

Set inside Chamberlain Square, Dishoom Birmingham is a masterpiece of atmosphere —
high ceilings, art deco lamps, marble tables, and walls lined with vintage Bollywood portraits.

It’s warm and vibrant, yet somehow serene.
The staff are friendly, chatty, and genuinely care if you’re enjoying your meal — not just whether you’ve finished it.

The place buzzes without being chaotic. It’s the kind of space where time slows down — and you wouldn’t have it any other way.

BiteTrail Verdict

Category	Rating (out of 5)
Food Quality	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ambience	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Service	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Value for Money	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Overall Experience	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Final Word:
Dishoom Birmingham is not just a restaurant — it’s an experience steeped in memory, melody, and masala.
It takes you back to Bombay’s Irani cafés while keeping its feet firmly planted in Birmingham’s vibrant food scene.
If you’re craving flavour, familiarity, and a touch of film-set nostalgia — this is where you’ll find your happy place.

Dishoom Birmingham Details

Address: One Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3AX
Cuisine: Indian (Bombay Café Style)
Signature Dishes: Chicken Ruby, Keema Pav, Vada Pav
Average Cost: £30–45 per person
Best For: Brunches, Casual Dinners, Drinks with Friends

BiteTrail’s Tip:

Start with Vada Pav and a cold Dishoom IPA — finish with Chicken Ruby and Roomali Roti.
Stay for a cup of House Chai, because leaving without it should be a crime.

PnV