Best Dishes at Tayyabs
Seekh Kebab
StartersMinced lamb or beef mixed with spices and herbs, formed onto a skewer and grilled over charcoal. The exterior develops a charred crust while the inside remains moist. Served with fresh roti, pickles, and onion. Reviewers consistently cite this as one of the reasons people queue for hours.
Lamb Chops
StartersThe dish that made Tayyabs famous. Lamb chops are marinated in secret spices and char-grilled over charcoal until the exterior is smoky and caramelized while the inside remains tender. Multiple reviewers note they are 'almost inter-planetary in fame' and absolutely worth ordering. They arrive sizzling and are garnished simply to let the meat speak.
Karahi Gosht
MainsChunks of meat cooked in a wok-like karahi (cast-iron pan) with green peppers, onions, ginger, and spices. The karahi cooking method gives the meat a slightly charred, caramelized exterior while the sauce reduces to coat the meat thickly. A signature Punjabi preparation that's hearty and warming.
Peshwari Naan
BreadSoft, pillowy naan bread stuffed with sweetened coconut, raisins, and sometimes almonds. Cooked in a tandoor until puffed and slightly charred. The combination of bread and sweet filling makes it almost dessert-like. Reviewers praise naans here as being 'quite good' — simple but properly executed.
Karahi Tarka Dahl
MainsA vegetarian dish that reviewers specifically praise as some of the best food at Tayyabs. Soft lentils are cooked in a sauce with vibrant turmeric, garlic, fresh chilli, and finished with a tarka (tempering) of ghee and cumin. Rich, nutty, and complex without being heavy.
About Tayyabs
Founded by Mohammed Tayyab in 1972, now run by his three sons Saleem, Aleem, and Wasim. Tayyabs is a sprawling, boisterous institution where the grilled chops are almost inter-planetary in fame. The BYO policy (no corkage charged) and generous portions make it ideal for large groups. Lines often snake around the block.
Top 5 dishes at Tayyabs:
- Seekh Kebab – 88% recommended(Signature)
- Lamb Chops – 94% recommended(Signature)
- Karahi Gosht – 85% recommended(Signature)
- Peshwari Naan
- Karahi Tarka Dahl
Details
- Cuisine:
- Punjabi
- Price Range:
- ££
- Phone:
- +44 20 7247 6400
- Website:
- Visit Website
- Services:
- Dine-in, Reservations, Takeaway, Delivery, Halal, BYOB
Hours
- Friday:
- 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM(Open Now)
- Sunday:
- 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Monday:
- 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Tuesday:
- 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Wednesday:
- 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Thursday:
- 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM
- Saturday:
- 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Come with a group — Tayyabs is best as a boisterous, chaotic group experience. BYOB with no corkage charged makes it even better for parties.
Lines snake around the block, especially Friday-Saturday. Book ahead if you can. Without a reservation, expect 45 minutes to an hour even outside peak times.
The BYO policy (no corkage) combined with generous portions makes this exceptional value for London. A group meal rarely exceeds £15-20 per person.
The grilled starters (chops, kebabs) are always excellent and consistent. Other dishes can be variable. Focus your order on the grill items.
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