Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square

4.6

232 Reviews

£41 and over

Indian

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

9:30 pm

Booked 12 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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Additional information

Location
40-42 William IV Street, London, Greater London WC2N 4DD
Phone number
020 8016 6800
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Indian
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Sohan Bhandari
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Experiences

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

A LA CARTE

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

SIDES

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

RICE & BIRIYANIS

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

INDIAN BREADS

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

KIDS AT COLONEL SAAB

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

Desserts

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

TIFFIN MENU

Butter Chicken Tiffin GBP 32.95
Jaipuri baby aloo, butter chicken, steam rice and naan
Lamb Curry TiffinGBP 32.95
Chikken tikka, lamb curry, steam rice & naan
Prawn Moilee Tiffin ( DF )GBP 32.95
Chilli mogo, prawn moilee, steam rice & naan
Chana Masala Tiffin ( VE ) GBP 32.95
Aloo samosa, chana masala, steam rice & roti
Dosa (V)GBP 21.95
Tomato chutney, coconut chutney, Gutti Vankaya & potato masala
Dosa (Non-Veg)GBP 23.95
Chicken chettinad,tomato chutney, coconut chutney & potato masala
Dosa (Non-Veg)GBP 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 & friesGBP 7.95
Lentil & Coriander CrispiesGBP 5.95
Masala Peanuts with Kaffir LimeGBP 4.95
Samosa ChutneyGBP 5.95
Poppadums with ChutneyGBP 3.95

What 232 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

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West End London
Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square offers a "spectacular experience" with "fantastic service" and "amazing food." Guests praise the "unique decor" and "generous portions," enjoying a "modern take on Indian cuisine." Despite some pricing concerns, the overall experience is deemed "delightful" and "highly recommended" for its "warm atmosphere" and attentive staff.

232 Reviews

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pavinder
London1 review
1.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Customer service was a joke, starter prawns were dry, told the waiter he said he can’t really do anything about it. salad was served 10 mins before Ordered mains by recommendation of the waiter, and if those dishes were chefs special then I would strongly suggest they need a new chef as the vegetarian dishes were bland and not fresh Told the waiter and again he brushed it off by saying he can’t do anything about it Service and food are a joke
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Dave
County Durham4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second visit. Our first visit was, by chance, very soon after they opened. We do not live in London so last night was our first chance to try it again, 14 months later. We were not disappointed. The restaurant is highly decorated, almost every inch of wall has Indian antiques and family photos going back a long time. The company has restaurants in India. The food, it is not a bog standard British Indian restaurant, they have several signature dishes, the sauces seem very authentic and there is appropriate levels of spice. You can ask for things to be milder if needed. We had prawns in 2 dishes, King prawns were enormous and the prawn curry dish had many good large prawns in it cooked to perfection. There was a lot of chicken in the chicken dish. All tasted wonderful. The service was first class, friendly and efficient, many staff ready to serve the pre and post theatre customers but there was no hint that they wanted you out even though the place was mostly quite full. The wine list had a good number of wines available by the glass, I chose a rioja and it was delicious. We complimented the head waiter who took us on a tour of the antiques upstairs and could tell us where everything came from, very interesting. It’s not cheap but being in theatre land close to Trafalgar Square that is not unreasonable. We will certainly be back when we can.
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Riyadh1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent, food was awesome. Place is lively.
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Sophia
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an amazing time here for my fiancé's birthday. Had the tasting menu with wine pairing - food was tasty and enjoyed the wine pairing. The staff were lovely and explained the history behind each course to us beforehand which we found interesting. The highlight was being able to enjoy our meal at a relaxed pace without feeling rushed or the restaurant needing the table back (which is rare nowadays!).
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Elin
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing quiet corner in the sofa which we organised on arrival. The service was discreet and on brand. The food delicious. Overall a really enjoyable meal in this upmarket Indian. We'll be back.
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Amarat
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the ambience to the delicious food and the lovely gestures from the staff, I would highly recommend this place. The amazing story of Mr. Colonel Manbeer Choudhary, an Indian Army officer, reminded me of my own family's military background, which made it very special. The food was on point—so much so that we ended up ordering more starters, as they were incredibly delicious, real home-cooked Indian food. I'm so glad I picked this restaurant for my bday!
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Isar
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, beautiful interior and very professional staff.
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DAWN
London10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gorgeous food beautiful flavours great ambiance fabulous service
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Justin
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service again. Thank you!
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Robert VIP
London58 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rajat was superb Food is great Big portions Amazing value
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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 232 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

9:30 pm

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
020 8016 6800
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Indian
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Sohan Bhandari
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square

Make a booking

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Exquisite Six-Course Tasting Menu

Starters & Chaat Bar

Purani Dilli - VegGBP 7.95

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

Khubani Aloo Tikki Chaat ( veg)GBP 10.95

** Anglo Indian Chiken chop (DF)GBP 13.95

Pomelo & Plum Salad ( Vegan, GF )GBP 12.95

Chilli Mogo ( VE, GF )GBP 9.95

Jaipuri Baby Aloo (Veg)GBP 13.95

** Noor Mahal Chicken Tikka ( GF )GBP 18.95

Kandhari Paneer Tikka ( GF, Veg )GBP 17.95

Sarsoi Ajwaini Fish Tikka ( GF )GBP 24.95

Kori Kempu ( DF )GBP 14.49

Prawn Chimichurri ( GF )GBP 29.95

Kolhapuri Lamb Chops ( GF )GBP 34.95

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

Murgh - E - Malai ( GF )GBP 19.95

Tandoori Broccoli (V, GF)GBP 20.50

A LA CARTE

Falahari Curry Kofta ( VE )GBP 19.95

** Falahari Curry Kofta ( VE )GBP 19.95

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

Gutti Vankaya (VE, GF)GBP 17.95

Chole Kulche (VE)GBP 17.95

Chicken Chettinad ( GF, DF )GBP 20.95

Paneer Pakeezah ( V, GF )GBP 19.95

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

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

Nadan Meen Curry ( GF, DF )GBP 22.95

Beef Pepper Fry ( GF, DF )GBP 24.95

Prawn Moilee ( GF, DF )GBP 23.95

Sunday Lamb Curry ( GF )GBP 25.95

Shikari Raan ( GF )GBP 31.95

Ghee Roast Kori (NF, GF)GBP 20.50

SIDES

Chutneys & Poppadoms ( VE, DF )GBP 4.50

Cucumber & Mint Raita ( GF, V )GBP 4.95

Kachumber Salad ( GF, VE )GBP 4.95

Lasooni Palak ( VE, GF )GBP 9.95

Cumin Potatoes ( VE, GF )GBP 5.95

Steamed Basmati Rice ( VE, GF )GBP 5.95

Daal Tadka ( VE, GF )GBP 9.95

Daal makhani ( V, GF )GBP 9.95

RICE & BIRIYANIS

Ghee RiceGBP 18.95

Hyderabadi Chicken Biriyani ( GF )GBP 24.95

** Lucknowi Aromatic Lamb Biryani (GF )GBP 25.95

INDIAN BREADS

Baby Kulchas ( V )GBP 5.50

Naan ( V )GBP 3.95

Za'atar & Olive Roti ( DF )GBP 4.50

Tandoori Roti ( V, DF )GBP 3.50

Butter Naan ( V )GBP 3.95

Malabar Parantha ( V )GBP 4.25

Garlic Naan ( V ) GBP 4.50

Bread Basket ( V )GBP 11.50

KIDS AT COLONEL SAAB

Grilled Cream Chicken ( NF, GF )GBP 10.95

Corn on the cob ( V, GF )GBP 7.95

Chicken Poppers ( NF )GBP 7.95

Desserts

Rose Gulab JamunGBP 9.95

Bishop Cotton School Rice Pudding (GF)GBP 7.95

** Mishti Doi Cheesecake GBP 10.95

** Rasmalai Milk Cake GBP 10.95

Dark Silk Chocolate Cake GBP 11.50

Raspberry, Pistachio & Coconut Tart (VE )GBP 10.95

Kochi's Coconut PannacottaGBP 12.00

TIFFIN MENU

Butter Chicken Tiffin GBP 32.95

Lamb Curry TiffinGBP 32.95

Prawn Moilee Tiffin ( DF )GBP 32.95

Chana Masala Tiffin ( VE ) GBP 32.95

Dosa (V)GBP 21.95

Dosa (Non-Veg)GBP 23.95