Fans turned slowly, panelled walls were hung with sepia-toned family portraits. These cafГ©s were the first places that people of any caste, class, religion or race could come together over food and drink, taking cool refuge from the street to enjoy a cheap snack, a hearty meal, or just a cup of chai. Opened early last century by Zoroastrian immigrants from Iran, there were almost four hundred Irani cafГ©s in Bombay at their peak in the 1960s. The restaurant will also have a Permit Room bar, serving DishoomвЂ™s award-winning cocktails, teetotal tipples, chai, coolers and more. Bringing together the food of all Bombay, dishes cooked in Hindu, Muslim, Irani and Parsi traditions will all jostle for space on the table, and a new chefвЂ™s special will be created especially for Dishoom Birmingham (particulars forthcoming in due course). Dishoom Birmingham will draw upon the ethos and the poetry of these cafГ©s, but will have its own distinct story, exploring the parallels and connections between Bombay and Birmingham (please kindly read on for more details).Д®xecutive Chef Naved NasirвЂ™s menu of Bombay comfort food will be served all day, from breakfast-time until late. They were places that warmly welcomed all places where differences were celebrated, not judged. These cafГ©s broke down barriers by bringing people together over food and drink. The restaurant pays loving homage to the old Irani cafГ©s that were once part of the fabric of life in Bombay. The team, led by co-founders Shamil and Kavi Thakrar, are truly delighted to have moved into this new home, where they enjoy the company of the cityвЂ™s most beautiful and historic buildings. The team behind Bombay cafГ© Dishoom are delighted to open a new restaurant in Paradise BirminghamДishoom Birmingham is located in the heart of the city at One Chamberlain Square, part of Paradise Birmingham. Kindly note, other outdoor seating is also available on the terrace for walk-ins. A deposit of ВЈ25 is required to secure your booking, which is redeemable against your final bill. To reserve, kindly click hereВ and select your chosen 'Summer House' slot. A welcome addition to their outside space, Summer Houses seat up to six guests and make an ideal spot for those who prefer to dine outside (and are nicely sheltered from any unpredictable sideways rain!) Take in the views of Chamberlain Square, eat, drink and idle away the time with friends and family.

Introducing Dishoom Birmingham's all-new Summer Houses. Image credit: Tom Bird Outdoor dining pods The terrace will operate a walk-ins only policy, with tables offered for groups of up to six people on a first come, first served basis From 12 April, Dishoom Birmingham will be open for outdoor dining from 8am-11pm Monday to Saturday and 10am-10pm Sunday.