Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square

4.6

211 Reviews

£41 and over

Indian

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Continuing the proud legacy of hospitality that spans more than three decades; Colonel Saab, from
Roop Partap Choudhary, is ready to set a new benchmark in London. Inspired by the travel tales of his parents,
Colonel Manbeer and Mrs. Binny Choudhary, Roop is thrilled to offer the sensory joys of Indian cuisine, cast in a beautiful new light.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Indian
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
020 8016 6800
Website
http://www.colonelsaab.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Sohan Bhandari
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: 020 8016 6800

Location
40-42 William IV Street, London, Greater London WC2N 4DD
Area
Covent Garden
Cross Street
William IV Street - Adelide Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
Charing cross Tube Station is 1 minute awayEmbankment Station - 3 minutes awayTrafalgar Square Bus Stop - 1 Minute AwayLeicester Square Tube Station - 2 Minutes away
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Exquisite Six-Course Tasting Menu
£80.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Embark on a culinary journey with our exquisite tasting menu, curated by Chef Sohan Bhandari. Priced at £80 for 6 courses, with an optional £60 cocktail or wine pairing, this dining experience promises to be unforgettable. Begin with a cocktail transformed into edible pearls and an amuse-bouche that tantalises your palate. Savour a diverse selection, including South Indian Tomato & Lentil Rasam, Marwadi’s Raj Kachori, spicy Kandhari Paneer Tikka, succulent Anglo Indian Chicken Chop, and your choice of aromatic Sunday Lamb Curry or Nadan Fish Curry. Conclude this gourmet adventure with decadent desserts like Mishti Doi Cheesecake or a Raspberry, Pistachio & Coconut Tart.

Purani Dilli - Veg£7.95
Mini Samosa, masala chick peas, pomegranate, crispy sev
Mall Road Dahi Sev Puri (Veg, Vegan)£9.95
Mall road speciality puri with sweet and tangy sauce
Khubani Aloo Tikki Chaat ( veg)£10.95
crispy aloo tikki & apricot laced with trio of sauces
** Anglo Indian Chiken chop (DF)£13.95
Madras spiced pulled chicken cutlet served with salad & tomato raisin relish
Pomelo & Plum Salad ( Vegan, GF )£12.95
fresh pomelo pearls, plum slice, cucumber, edamame beans, baby lettuce, raspberry dressing
Chilli Mogo ( VE, GF )£9.95
Crispy fried cassava in tangy soy tamarind sauce
Jaipuri Baby Aloo (Veg)£13.95
Spiced crispy baby potatoes with sour cream
** Noor Mahal Chicken Tikka ( GF )£18.95
Noor mahal chicken tikka with dip & lime
Kandhari Paneer Tikka ( GF, Veg )£17.95
cottage cheese stuffed with prunes & pomegranate in tomato, garlic mustard salsa
Sarsoi Ajwaini Fish Tikka ( GF )£24.95
Mustard & carom flavoured marinated fish fillet with green mango salsa
Kori Kempu ( DF )£14.49
Curry flavoured mangalorean fried chicken supreme , crispy rice noodle, chilli mayo
Prawn Chimichurri ( GF )£29.95
Grilled spiced black tiger prawns , chimichurri sauce, chaat masala
Kolhapuri Lamb Chops ( GF )£34.95
Spice rubbed lamb chops, lime chilli sauce & side salad
Pomelo & Plum Salad With Grilled Chicken ( GF , DF )£15.95
Fresh pomelo pearls, plum slice, cucumber, edamame beans, baby lettuce, raspberry dressing
Murgh - E - Malai ( GF )£19.95
Marinated breast of chicken cooked in a clay oven served with saffron & cardamom sauce
Tandoori Broccoli (V, GF)£20.50
Clay oven cooked broccoli florets in creamy sauce & urfa chilli flakes

A LA CARTE

Falahari Curry Kofta ( VE )£19.95
Kofta rolls of lotus stem, beetroot & raisin in mild curry, crisp potato, khameeri roti & green cress
** Falahari Curry Kofta ( VE )£19.95
Kofta rolls of lotus stem, beetroot & raisin in mild curry, crisp potato & green cress
** Chef Sohan's Confit of Cauliflower ( GF, V )£17.95
Slow baked cauliflower, cardamom saffron sauce, red radish
Gutti Vankaya (VE, GF)£17.95
Andhra style curry flavoured baby aubergines in tangy tamarind gravy
Chole Kulche (VE)£17.95
Amritsari spiced chana masala, onion stuffed baby kulcha, lime & chilli pickle
Chicken Chettinad ( GF, DF )£20.95
Chettinad spiced chicken preparation
Paneer Pakeezah ( V, GF )£19.95
Cottage cheese in royal creamy sauce, silver leaf & green cress
** Memsaab's Chicken Curry ( GF )£20.95
Inspired by MemSaab, slow cooked chicken in light cream sauce flavoured with sweet spices
** Colonel Saab's Butter Chicken ( GF )£20.95
Boneless morsels of chicken in rich velvety tomato & cashew gravy
Nadan Meen Curry ( GF, DF )£22.95
Home style south indian fish curry cooked to perfection
Beef Pepper Fry ( GF, DF )£24.95
A bit of a mouthful to describe Kerala style beef with coconut and thellicherry black pepper
Prawn Moilee ( GF, DF )£23.95
Succulent prawns cooked in light spiced coconut milk curry
Sunday Lamb Curry ( GF )£25.95
Home style indian lamb curry
Shikari Raan ( GF )£31.95
Slow cooked kid lamb in sauce, pickled onion & bun pao
Ghee Roast Kori (NF, GF)£20.50
Mangalorean spiced semi dry chicken in clarified butter

SIDES

Chutneys & Poppadoms ( VE, DF )£4.50
Cucumber & Mint Raita ( GF, V )£4.95
Kachumber Salad ( GF, VE )£4.95
Lasooni Palak ( VE, GF )£9.95
Cumin Potatoes ( VE, GF )£5.95
Steamed Basmati Rice ( VE, GF )£5.95
Daal Tadka ( VE, GF )£9.95
Daal makhani ( V, GF )£9.95

RICE & BIRIYANIS

Ghee Rice£18.95
Aromatic south indian pulao tossed in edamame beans & goji berries
Hyderabadi Chicken Biriyani ( GF )£24.95
** Lucknowi Aromatic Lamb Biryani (GF )£25.95

INDIAN BREADS

Baby Kulchas ( V )£5.50
Truffle & cheddar
Naan ( V )£3.95
Za'atar & Olive Roti ( DF )£4.50
Tandoori Roti ( V, DF )£3.50
Butter Naan ( V )£3.95
Malabar Parantha ( V )£4.25
Garlic Naan ( V ) £4.50
Bread Basket ( V )£11.50

KIDS AT COLONEL SAAB

Grilled Cream Chicken ( NF, GF )£10.95
Served with French fries & tomato ketchup
Corn on the cob ( V, GF )£7.95
Served with French fries & tomato ketchup
Chicken Poppers ( NF )£7.95
Served with French fries & tomato ketchup

Desserts

Rose Gulab Jamun£9.95
Vanilla Ice Cream, Nuts
Bishop Cotton School Rice Pudding (GF)£7.95
Ponni rice pudding, fresh berries & sliced pistachio
** Mishti Doi Cheesecake £10.95
A bengali dessert of sweetened and flavoured yoghurt cake, bengali lime and jaggery syrup
** Rasmalai Milk Cake £10.95
Cardamom cream, Boondi caviar, pistachio & edible flower
Dark Silk Chocolate Cake £11.50
Thandi crumble, candy floss, fresh berries & vanilla bean, ice cream
Raspberry, Pistachio & Coconut Tart (VE )£10.95
Raspberry mousse in coco-pista tart, passion fruit pearls, berries, pistachio sprinkle
Kochi's Coconut Pannacotta£12.00
Coconut & black pepper pannacotta in vanilla mango sauce & baked coconut croutons

TIFFIN MENU

Butter Chicken Tiffin £32.95
Jaipuri baby aloo, butter chicken, steam rice and naan
Lamb Curry Tiffin£32.95
Chikken tikka, lamb curry, steam rice & naan
Prawn Moilee Tiffin ( DF )£32.95
Chilli mogo, prawn moilee, steam rice & naan
Chana Masala Tiffin ( VE ) £32.95
Aloo samosa, chana masala, steam rice & roti
Dosa (V)£21.95
Tomato chutney, coconut chutney, Gutti Vankaya & potato masala
Dosa (Non-Veg)£23.95
Chicken chettinad,tomato chutney, coconut chutney & potato masala
Dosa (Non-Veg)£24.95
Prawn moilee, tomato chutney, coconut chutney & potato masala

TASTING MENU

6 Course Menu ( £ 80 )

Mall Road's Dahi Sev Puri (V, VE)
Mall roads speciality puri with sweet & tangy sauce
Chilli Mogo (VE, GF)
Crispy fried cassava in tangy soy tamarind sauce, roasted sesame seeds
Kandhari Paneer Tikka (GF, V) / Anglo Indian Chicken Chop (DF)
Cottage cheese stuffed with prunes & pomegranate in tomato, garlic mustard salsa OR Madras spiced pulled chicken cutlet served with salad & tomato raisin relish
Mango Sorbet (VE)
Sarsoi Ajwaini Fish Tikka / Sunday Lamb Curry (GF) / Falahari Curry Kofta (VE)
mustard & carom flavoured marinated fish fillet with green mango salsa & herb rice / Home style indian lamb curry, cumin potatoes / Kofta rolls of lotus stem, beetroot & raisin in mild curry, crisp potato, khameeri roti & green cress& steamed rice
** Mishti Doi Cheesecake / Raspberry, Pistachio & Coconut Tart (VE)
Raspberry mousse in coco-pista tart, passion fruit pearls, berries, pistachio sprinkle / A bengali dessert of sweetened and flavoured yoghurt cake, bengali lime and jaggery syrup

Bar Snacks

Chicken Poppers & fries£7.95
Lentil & Coriander Crispies£5.95
Masala Peanuts with Kaffir Lime£4.95
Samosa Chutney£5.95
Poppadums with Chutney£3.95

What 211 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

West End London
Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "unique decor" and "authentic Indian flavors" that are both "traditional and modern." Although some find it pricey, the ambiance and culinary excellence make it "worth it all."

211 Reviews

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KARAN
London
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Over priced, tasteless and minimal food. No ambiance either.
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Arun
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fantastic restaurant beautiful ambience amazingly hospital staff the food quality is way beyond Michelin standard Recommends thoroughly We had a fantastic night out and would definitely return
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Nandu
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brilliant experience . Everyone is so courteous and nice . Ambience was lovely soft lighting . Food taste was terrific .
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Rashmi
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We celebrated birthday, usually all good restaurants offer complimentary desert, these guys did not. The food was good not great or lipsmacking. Ambience was amazing.
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Jessica
Hong Kong
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food, loads of choice for any dietary requirements and waiters were really nice!
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Marta
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went with my husband to celebrate his birthday. The food was amazing for me (not a fan of spicy food) and my husband (a total fan of Indian food). The puri starter was out of this world. What an explosion of flavours. My butter chicken and his Sunday lamb were a feast. The dessert was very delicious and different to the usual reduced list of desserts of Indian restaurants. We had Rony taking care of us. who was an absolute pleasure to talk with. We can’t believe we managed to find such an amazing restaurant so close to Trafalgar, as we always think they are all touristy places.
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Purva
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dined here for a birthday meal and had an amazing night. When dining at upscale Indian restaurants in London, I find food and service are rarely both exceptional - one or the other usually lacks. But Colonel Saab excelled in every element - service, food, ambience were all faultless. Every single dish was seasoned and cooked to perfection. A special shoutout to our waiter, Ronnie, whose service was truly exceptional. We will definitely be back again!
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Supriyo
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellant experience .. the staff and service was very cordial and quite quick .... we did not had to wait long for food or drink. Great Indian authentic taste. Ambience was superb.
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Nigel
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My second time eating at Colonel Saab and both times it was amazing, will definitely be going back next time I'm in London.
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Naveen
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a fantastic dining experience at Colonel Saab! Our servers, Sooraj and Prince, were absolutely wonderful. They took the time to describe the menu in detail and shared their personal recommendations, which truly enhanced our experience. Their warm and attentive service made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The lassi was absolutely amazing—rich, creamy, and full of flavor! And the lamb chops? Uff! They were perfectly cooked, tender, and packed with incredible flavor. Every dish we tried was delicious, thanks to their great suggestions. Highly recommend this place for both the food and the outstanding service. Looking forward to coming back soon!
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FAQs

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 8016 6800.

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square is rated 4.6 stars by 211 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square

40-42 William IV Street, London, Greater London WC2N 4DD

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
William IV Street - Adelide Street
Area
Covent Garden
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Indian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Charing cross Tube Station is 1 minute awayEmbankment Station - 3 minutes awayTrafalgar Square Bus Stop - 1 Minute AwayLeicester Square Tube Station - 2 Minutes away
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Sohan Bhandari
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.colonelsaab.co.uk/
Phone number
020 8016 6800
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: 020 8016 6800

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Exquisite Six-Course Tasting Menu

Starters & Chaat Bar

Purani Dilli - Veg£7.95

Mall Road Dahi Sev Puri (Veg, Vegan)£9.95

Khubani Aloo Tikki Chaat ( veg)£10.95

** Anglo Indian Chiken chop (DF)£13.95

Pomelo & Plum Salad ( Vegan, GF )£12.95

Chilli Mogo ( VE, GF )£9.95

Jaipuri Baby Aloo (Veg)£13.95

** Noor Mahal Chicken Tikka ( GF )£18.95

Kandhari Paneer Tikka ( GF, Veg )£17.95

Sarsoi Ajwaini Fish Tikka ( GF )£24.95

Kori Kempu ( DF )£14.49

Prawn Chimichurri ( GF )£29.95

Kolhapuri Lamb Chops ( GF )£34.95

Pomelo & Plum Salad With Grilled Chicken ( GF , DF )£15.95

Murgh - E - Malai ( GF )£19.95

Tandoori Broccoli (V, GF)£20.50

A LA CARTE

Falahari Curry Kofta ( VE )£19.95

** Falahari Curry Kofta ( VE )£19.95

** Chef Sohan's Confit of Cauliflower ( GF, V )£17.95

Gutti Vankaya (VE, GF)£17.95

Chole Kulche (VE)£17.95

Chicken Chettinad ( GF, DF )£20.95

Paneer Pakeezah ( V, GF )£19.95

** Memsaab's Chicken Curry ( GF )£20.95

** Colonel Saab's Butter Chicken ( GF )£20.95

Nadan Meen Curry ( GF, DF )£22.95

Beef Pepper Fry ( GF, DF )£24.95

Prawn Moilee ( GF, DF )£23.95

Sunday Lamb Curry ( GF )£25.95

Shikari Raan ( GF )£31.95

Ghee Roast Kori (NF, GF)£20.50

SIDES

Chutneys & Poppadoms ( VE, DF )£4.50

Cucumber & Mint Raita ( GF, V )£4.95

Kachumber Salad ( GF, VE )£4.95

Lasooni Palak ( VE, GF )£9.95

Cumin Potatoes ( VE, GF )£5.95

Steamed Basmati Rice ( VE, GF )£5.95

Daal Tadka ( VE, GF )£9.95

Daal makhani ( V, GF )£9.95

RICE & BIRIYANIS

Ghee Rice£18.95

Hyderabadi Chicken Biriyani ( GF )£24.95

** Lucknowi Aromatic Lamb Biryani (GF )£25.95

INDIAN BREADS

Baby Kulchas ( V )£5.50

Naan ( V )£3.95

Za'atar & Olive Roti ( DF )£4.50

Tandoori Roti ( V, DF )£3.50

Butter Naan ( V )£3.95

Malabar Parantha ( V )£4.25

Garlic Naan ( V ) £4.50

Bread Basket ( V )£11.50

KIDS AT COLONEL SAAB

Grilled Cream Chicken ( NF, GF )£10.95

Corn on the cob ( V, GF )£7.95

Chicken Poppers ( NF )£7.95

Desserts

Rose Gulab Jamun£9.95

Bishop Cotton School Rice Pudding (GF)£7.95

** Mishti Doi Cheesecake £10.95

** Rasmalai Milk Cake £10.95

Dark Silk Chocolate Cake £11.50

Raspberry, Pistachio & Coconut Tart (VE )£10.95

Kochi's Coconut Pannacotta£12.00

TIFFIN MENU

Butter Chicken Tiffin £32.95

Lamb Curry Tiffin£32.95

Prawn Moilee Tiffin ( DF )£32.95

Chana Masala Tiffin ( VE ) £32.95

Dosa (V)£21.95