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Colonel Saab Holborn, Mezzanine Holborn

Location pin

193-197 High Holborn, London, WC1V 7BD - 

  • Users

    Up to
    30 guests

  • Table with chairs

    Offers
    catering

  • Delivery truck

    Internal Catering
    allowed

Nestled in the heart of London within the Grade II listed Holborn Town Hall, Colonel Saab offers an unparalleled dining experience, celebrating the rich culinary and artistic heritage of India. Crafted as a love letter to India by award-winning entrepreneur Roop Partap Choudhary, the restaurant brings together an extensive menu of regionally inspired dishes, stunning art collections, and opulent interiors.



Ascend the staircase, adorned with an array of paintings and art pieces, featuring an original piece by Raja Ravi Varma depicting Hindu gods, to reach the serene mezzanine level of Colonel Saab restaurant. This area is beautified with elegant four-poster benches and intricately carved tables.

The mezzanine, offering a view over the main dining area, is available for private hire and presents an ideal spot for smaller, intimate events, accommodating up to 30 guests. It allows for an exclusive gathering while still embracing the vibrant ambience of the restaurant below.

Mezzanine Capacity:

Accommodates up to 30 seated guests Not available for standing receptions Package Description: Delve into a gastronomic journey with Master Chef Sohan Bhandari, who masterfully combines festive traditions with Indian culinary arts. Enter to the melodies of jazz where festive menus begin at £56.95 per person and include a Prosecco and bottled beer reception. Both our venues in Holborn and Trafalgar Square guarantee a distinctive festive celebration at the heart of London.

Capacity & layout

Dining

Dining

up to 30

Boardroom

Boardroom

up to 30

Catering & drinks

Catering arrangements

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Refreshments

Alcohol

Alcohol

Amenities

Cloakroom

Cloakroom

Heating

Heating

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

Table / chairs included

Table / chairs included

Public transport

Public transport

Premises parking

Premises parking

Audio & visual

WiFi

WiFi

Space rules

Allowed events

alcoholLicense

Licensed for alcohol

Location

Reviews

  • Shreyas Janivar

    November 2024

    Quite an amazing place to have authentic Indian food! This is my first time & I am already a pretty big fan of their Rasmalai. You just resist having more of it!! Anshul was great assist in letting us know the details of every dish we ordered.

  • Pei Hooi

    December 2024

    I recently celebrated my birthday at Colonel Saab with a small group of friends, and it was an unforgettable experience. The interior is absolutely stunning—every corner is thoughtfully decorated, with majestic chandeliers adding a touch of grandeur. It’s truly a feast for the eyes and creates the perfect setting for a special occasion. The food was equally impressive. As a fan of spicy dishes, I was delighted with the Chicken Chettinad—the spice level was spot on, delivering a satisfying heat without overpowering the rich curry flavors. Every dish we tried was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of authentic taste. To top it off, the desserts were mouthwatering and the perfect way to end the evening on a sweet note. I highly recommend Colonel Saab for anyone looking for an elegant dining experience with incredible food and ambiance. Can’t wait to return!

  • Stacey M

    November 2024

    Amazing service and even better food. I highly recommend their tasting menu as it gives you the opportunity to try out more than one item which is always recommended with Indian cuisine. I paired my tasting with their cocktail tasting menu and wow!! Each drink was carefully curated and paired to the meal you are having. The service was a little slow (it took about an hour for my friend to get her meal) but after she got it, it was a fantastic Dish! I give it 4 stars because I was doing the tasting menu and that may have impacted the timing on her dish and that was not effectively communicated to us. We will definitely be back!

  • R J

    December 2024

    The ambience was beautiful. Felt like going back in colonial time. A beautiful love story of a major and his sweetheart, many artifacts regarding their life and family. Gave an impression of a family home crossed with a museum. With the atmosphere there was high expectations for the food. I suppose being vegetarian there is limited choice and not much fusion or richness in the dishes. Disappointed with the samosa chaat such a small portion, gone before you tasted all the flavours. But the menu did state mini samosa but the expection was at least two samosas in a serving. Mali kofta, 3 pieces of beetroot carrot croquet in a usual tomatoe gravay maybe there was a hint of cream and nuts at £19.95 which I missed. Just felt that the dishes were over priced for the servings and for a vegetarian to pay similar price as nonveg dishes for mediocre tasting dish was disappointing. I guess their speciality is chicken dishes. Other Indian restaurants where you pay £70pp the quality of vegetarian food is superb and unique so you wish to return again. The other off putting aspect was that all dinners were huddled close together under the alcove while the two thirds of the area was unoccupied. Note there is a £20pp booking charge. Best not to book so you can just stop for tea and cake.