UK-Based Dishoom Receives Investment From L Catterton

The investment will support the brand’s expansion into new regions, including the US, where it plans to open a location in 2026.

Dishoom, led by co-founders Shamil Thakrar (Executive Chair) and Kavi Thakrar (Founder Director) along with CEO Brian Trollip, operates 10 restaurants and four bar-cafés under its Permit Room brand.

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While most locations are in London, the group also has outlets in Birmingham, Brighton, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Manchester, and Oxford.

Shamil said the investment opens up exciting possibilities: "It is wonderful to be contemplating the international opportunities ahead of us. As ever, even more important than growth and expansion is keeping our focus strongly on deepening our hospitality — on providing guests with the most delicious food and the warmest service in beautiful restaurants and continuing to make sure Dishoom is one of the very best workplaces in hospitality."

Miray Topay, a partner at L Catterton, praised the restaurant chain: "We are absolutely delighted to be partnering with Dishoom. What the team has created is a truly exceptional business by all measures."

Cousins Shamil Thakrar and Kavi Thakrar founded Dishoom in 2010, opening their first restaurant in London’s Covent Garden.

Inspired by the old Iranian cafés of 1960s Bombay, the concept quickly gained popularity, with customers often queuing for long waits. Today, the company operates 10 UK restaurants and four Permit Room cafés, employing around 2,000 people.

About Dishoom

Dishoom honours Bombay’s old Irani cafés—warm, lively spaces uniting all walks of life. Guided by Seva, we care deeply for guests and team alike. High standards, fast pace, and award-winning culture create a place where talented, big-hearted people thrive, supported by great pay, benefits, and training.