Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square

4.6

156 Reviews

£41 and over

Indian

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Vegetarian-friendly

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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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
Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Cross street
William IV Street - Adelide Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
Charing cross Tube Station is 1 minute away<br />Embankment Station - 3 minutes away<br />Trafalgar Square Bus Stop - 1 Minute Away<br />Leicester Square Tube Station - 2 Minutes away
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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.
Christmas Day Lunch
£110.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 25, 2024 only
Indulge in a sumptuous Christmas Day feast at Colonel Saab. Begin with a welcoming glass of champagne or Talisker Ten whisky, setting the stage for a lavish lunch. Enjoy a choice of starters like Crispy lentil fritters with tamarind chutney or Malai broccoli with cheese fondue. Main courses feature Railway mutton curry with steamed rice or the vegetarian delight of Malai kofta curry with butter naan. Conclude with a festive Spiced Christmas cake accompanied by exotic fruit compote and chocolate rum sauce. Conclude this culinary journey with an Indian accent coffee/tea, ensuring a memorable and luxurious Christmas dining experience at Colonel Saab!
New Year's Eve: Live Music & Decadence
£110.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a luxurious four-course menu and live Motown/jazz music at Colonel Saab’s Trafalgar Square and Holborn locations. Indulge in highlights like Seared Achari Scallop, Pan-Seared Lamb Chop Curry, or Makai & Palak Paneer Lasagne, crafted with vibrant Indian flavours. Start with an amuse-bouche, enjoy a glass of Champagne on arrival, and finish with Mango & Pistachio Kulfi. The evening is enhanced by captivating live performances and opulent interiors, creating the perfect atmosphere to welcome 2025. Reserve now for an unforgettable celebration!

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 156 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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End London
Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square offers a unique dining experience with "exceptional service" and "fantastic food." Guests rave about the nostalgic decor and military-themed ambiance, making it a memorable visit. Highlights include dishes like Kubani Aloo Tikki and Kori Kempu Chicken. Though prices are higher, the "attentive staff" and rich flavors make it a must-visit.

156 Reviews

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Elisabetta
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful enviroment, top service, wide choice, food just fab!
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Rachel
Orange County
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was HANDS DOWN the best dinner we had while in London. It was our last dinner of our vacation and our biggest regret was not being able to go again before returning home. The ambience, the service, the food… all 1000000/10.
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manobi
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and hospitality in London. Slightly on the expensive side but worth it all. The staff ws extremely gracious and pleasant. Not a common finding across many london restaurants in my experience. Food was excellent. Will definitely visit again!
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OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service, very good food and ambience and location
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Alan
London
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely room, pretty good choice on menu, good service and fair pricing other than cost of wine. A great addition to the area.
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David
Hertfordshire
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was fun. Plenty of atmosphere and an upbeat vibe but not over the top at all. Unusual, old-fashioned decor, that I assume was deliberate. We had the tasting menu and it was excellent. Very tasty indeed. The 'main' course of the meal was very small but that's the only niggle.
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Devina
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was knowledgeable, polite and professional Sagar was great! Food was good the taster menu starters were excellent. Could not finish everything. Cocktail pairing was OK but next time I'd rather pick my own.
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Anjani Kumar
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent experience. The Menu is a good mix of Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian options. The Starters "Chilli Mogo" and "Purani Dilli" was a great start to the lunch complemented by the "Falahari Curry Kofta & Nadan Meen Curry" as our main course served with Butter/Garlic Naan really has taken us on a culinary roller coaster. Overall a special day for us well spent with good food. I will come back here again and again at every possible opportunity.
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Peter
London
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice place. Less formal than some of other modern Indian restaurants in town but very good food. Menu is limited and highly anglicised but did not suffer for it. Beautiful interior.
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Aida
London
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I booked this place to celebrate my dad’s birthday and it didn’t disappoint! It’s beautifully decorated, the food is delicious and service excellent. They surprised my dad with a sweet treat and sang him happy birthday which was a very sweet touch! Shout out to our waiter Prince - thanks for making my dad’a birthday special
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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 156 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 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

Additional information

Cross street
William IV Street - Adelide Street
Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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 reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Exquisite Six-Course Tasting Menu

Christmas Day Lunch

New Year's Eve: Live Music & Decadence

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