Lahore Karahi (Tooting)

• The desire to warm up with some hearty curry and review it at the same time
• They were put to the test earlier in the day when an eager Michael Murphy called to check a) if there were television facilities and b) whether we could reserve a spot in line with said television
• To be fair they rose the challenge and passed with flying colours
• It is perhaps worth mentioning at this point that the reason for being so keen to have sight of a TV was not the because of the usual Emmerdale
• 'Hitch the Stitch' was unable to waddle her way out of the office on time so missed proceedings
• The ever present Michael Murphy was there on time to use himself as collateral to hold the table
• Which there was no corkage fee
• Lahore Karahi was off to a flying start
• So despite the rip roaring start with the TV and table
• If there was to be one flaw with the menu it would be this
• If everything is on the menu is describes as 'Lahore Karahi Special' it dilutes the term 'special' take note 'Lawhore' Karahi
• Lahore Karahi sits down towards the Broadway end of Tooting High Street and is very much a no nonsense set up
• Practicality definitely won out over interior design when Lahore Karahi (Tooting) was being put together
• The main architectural feature of a spiral staircase is a nice touch
• Although this alone is not enough for condemnation
• The Popadoms came with the usual suspects and were sufficient
• We felt it was a nice touch
• As they both were okay on flavour
• I don't know if the Lahore tourist board are aware of this
• Let's start with the Karahi Karela Bitter Melon Gosht
• Some of the herbage was a little burnt though and this left a bitter aftertaste (literally)
• It was difficult to really see what the USP of the Chicken Tikka Masala was certainly in terms of its status as a Lahore Karahi Special
• 'special' here is used so liberally its sentiment is lost
• At first it was a little repugnant
• This didn't sit well with the chicken
• As the flavours mellowed together the creamy edge started to come through and it was actually rather pleasant
• As always the chicken was succulent (we make no apologies for using this word again)
• Unfortunately the waiters were the latter
• This continued throughout the meal with my plate being removed while Mike was still knee deep in Karahi Karela Bitter Melon Gosht
• Lahore Karahi is no different
• The competitive universe that is Tooting's selection of curry houses
• A mysterious 80p was placed on the bill
• This goes to Lahore Karahi for accommodating our request to be placed in line with the TV and having it not only angled towards the table but
• Lahore Karahi is caught between a rock and a hard place and must work harder if it wants to be likened to its cultural capital namesake
• Michael Murphy Supports Arsenal He was not a happy man
• Not knowing what to expect or having read any reviews about it and it was a pleasant experience overall
• The portion size was rather small than what we expected
• If I had to pick one starter I'd say Shami Kebab (Minced meat mixed with chickpeas and spices) was the best from the lot that I tasted
• I think the real deal are the authentic Lahori curries and naan that is served at this restaurant
• Fish Karahi (That are Lahore specialities) with Jeera naan
• If you order the Keema naan (Naan stuffed with minced spicy meat) make sure that you don't order a lot of other breads apart from that or else be prepared to carry some boxes back home with you
• I was disappointed with the Butter chicken but then I am used to eating it in Delhi which in my opinion serves the best Butter Chicken in the world
• This restaurant is always packed
• I mean waiters are all hard working
• There is a plasma screen TV on the wall and many people eating have enjoyed watching the live cricket broadcasts that are shown free of charge to the customers
• On the other hand service I have been to better places around the area where the service is much better
• Food is brought promptly but with no finesse
• I think they were also very busy with takeaway orders
• This is a no frills restaurant with more waiters than customers at times and they still manage to keep a slow service
• During peak hours however you wont even find a place to sit what with all the diverse people represented on the various tables
• Imagine you mama was pakistani girl in pakistan who learnt how to cook from her pakistani mama and has just cooked for you
• The food is authentic and there is no diluting of flavours to cater to softer taste buds
• Lahore Karahi is a local gem and is frequently packed with diners with a long queue of people ordering their takeaways
• It is in the heart of busy Tooting and is in walking distance from Tooting Broadway tube station
• Great place to with family or friends for dinner
• Lahore Karahi is always buzzing with customers especially in the evenings so this alone says a lot about the food here
• I normally go for the kebab roll which comes in a fluffy naan bread along with sauces and salad
• Since it's made fresh it does take a little while to be made however the service is fairly quick
• I would recommend coming here if you're looking for a good affordable curry house to come to with family and friends
• I came here with my family and we ordered a selection of curries and biryanis as well the mixed grill kebab
• Every dish was full of flavor and leaves you wanting more
• The food was the best I have had and absolutely delicious
• The place itself is very clean
• By far the best restaurants in tooting and I definitely recommend it
• It wasn't too busy but by the time we left the tables were fast filling up and they were also doing a roaring trade with the takeaways of course this always inspires me with some confidence
• Good flavour but a little disappointed they used breast meat as some of the pieces were a little dry
• All mopped up with sides of rice and garlic naan
• Though Dosa n Chutney is still the place to go for your dosa
• The curries here were lovely and we weren't left with that salty thirsty feeling afterwards
• Tried out Lahore karahi a few weeks ago and as with most places in tooting
• Tandoori chicken was poor though really lacked flavour
• The service could do with a smile too
• I have tried their restaurant and wide menu with friends twice and both the times the food was pathetic
• No flavours no taste and the service is quite bad as well
• Very local with friendly staff
• Taking pride of place on Tooting high Street with its large white and blue sign announcing its presence to the wandering curry masses
• The restaurant was busy on arrival and continued to fill up to capacity on the ground floor at least
• Certainly popular with the locals
• Was it reflected in the quality of the food or was the giant sign money well spent
• Overall the cafeteria style combined with the buzzing but echoey ambience sees Lahore Karahi rewarded with a
• The CURRYBONDers are largely prompt
• We are welcomed by a friendly face and a bit of a do it yourself service with a stack of plates and cutlery provided and after a few requests some glasses for our BYO Cobras
• After spending a week across the pond with our American friends our bellies were certainly now used to hefty portions
• An unusual style with a burger shaped slightly flabby orange fella presented to us it tastes nice but certainly won't trouble the upper echelons of bhaji brilliance
• On the menu is ginger chicken
• This consistently dour palette is echoed in the flavours with many of the curries tasting quite similar
• Having said that most dishes are still flavoursome
• The naan is good though just a little too crunchy and the pilau rice is of the neon flecked variety
• So with the evening running away with us we quickly call for the bill and with a BYOB policy
• So perhaps Lahore has become somewhat complacent with it's signage attracting the locals like curry moths to a rather mediocre flame
• Went with some Friends and after eating in Tayyabs expected food in similar lines and in all honesty it was no way near that
• Kebabs were below par and curries Lamb and Chicken was nothing special
• Finally on the second day I was able to drop in to Lahore Karahi on a Sunday late around 11pm
• Ordered butter and Garlic nans along with Chicken Butter Masala
• The Chicken Butter Masala was awesome and this is a BYOB place
• One thing i would have loved is not charging for the chutney tray for ordering the papad which i was not told that we will be charged
• So thought chutney was complimentary as with other restaurants
• Overall my experience was good and i would recommend

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