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Colonel Saab

Restaurant

#5 of 239 Restaurant venues in Camden Borough
#2 of 122 Private Party venues in Holborn
  17 reviews  – 
193-197 High Holborn, London, WC1V 7BD –
Holborn Station (0.1 mi)
From £85
per person
Up to 130
seats
Up to 130
standing
Venue offers catering
Indian
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Set in the historic former Holborn Town Hall, Colonel Saab combines creative Indian cuisine with opulent decor featuring chandeliers and historic artefacts. Ideal for wedding receptions, work parties, or private celebrations with tailored food, a PA system, and bring-your-own DJ options.

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Spaces for hire at Colonel Saab

Mem Saab Dining Rooms at Colonel Saab

Mem Saab Dining Rooms
Dining Room
·
Private space
32 seats
60 standing
Memsaab Dining Rooms One & Two Amidst the historic establishments and buildings of the Holborn locale, one can experience an evening in India. In addition to the restaurant's main space, Colonel Saab offers extraordinary and opulent private dining rooms with decor depicting stories of India from a bygone era. such as Maharaja Bhupinder Singh and h...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now
Entire Restaurant at Colonel Saab

Entire Restaurant
Restaurant
·
Whole venue
130 seats
130 standing
Colonel Saab is a restaurant housed in a historic civic interior. The defining quality is a layered heritage character that pairs period architectural details with Indian decorative accents. Design: The main dining areas use warm terracotta-painted walls, deep buttoned leather banquettes and dark timber floors to create a formal, contained feel. T...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £100 per person
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now
Mezzanine at Colonel Saab

Mezzanine
Dining Room
·
Private space
50 seats
60 standing
Mezzanine, Dining Room in a Restaurant at Colonel Saab. A dining area defined by Indian-inspired decorative detailing and ornate furnishings. Design: The space presents warm timber floors, low moulded ceilings, polished columns and a mix of leather and patterned upholstered seating that creates a layered, period interior. Features: The Mezzanine ...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Season Menu – Mem Saab Dining Rooms – Mem Saab Dining Rooms

£65.95 per person

• Three-course Christmas set menu
• Available 24 Nov–24 Dec 2026
• All mains served with steamed rice, dal makhani and butter naan
STARTER
1. Zimikand & Beetroot Tikki; Stuffed Paneer Tikka; Coriander Chutney
2. Lasooni Murgh Tikka; Malabar Chicken Cutlet; Beetroot and Carrot Chutney
MAINS
1. Railway Mutton Curry
2. Goan Prawn Curry
3. Confit Duck Curry
4. Corn Methi Palak with Malai Cream
DESSERT
1. Sticky Toffee Pudding with butterscotch sauce, vanilla ice cream
2. Silk Chocolate Cake, vanilla ice cream, fresh berries
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.5
Value for money
4.8
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

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BS
Bhavika S.
Verified review
Corporate Event · 50 guests · June 2025 · Mezzanine

Everything was perfect

Air conditioner was not effective because of too many guest. If they can do something for that, it would be great.

5.0
AA
AFRAH A.
Verified review
Party · 20 guests · February 2022 · Mem Saab Dining Rooms

The food was great and the restaurant was really beautiful! We really liked the paintings and historic pieces. Special thanks to Atul for taking the time to explain to us the stories behind each of those extraordinary artistic pieces! My guests were so happy and thanked me for picking Col Saab to host our work party.

No major negatives from me, but there’s was initially a confusion from the booking team regarding my confirmed booking time! I was asked to leave two hours earlier than my confirmed time (booked three weeks in advance). However, on the day of the event, the staff were helpful and moved us to a smaller private room so we stayed longer.

4.8
KG
Kelly G.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Great communication and very prompt. Thank you

5.0
BK
Bria K.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Great and quick to respond, just ended up being more than we were thinking

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 0:00
from £85 per person
Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Mem Saab Dining Rooms
11:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Entire Restaurant
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Tuesday
11:00 – 0:00
from £85 per person
Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Mem Saab Dining Rooms
11:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Entire Restaurant
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Wednesday
11:00 – 0:00
from £85 per person
Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Mem Saab Dining Rooms
11:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Entire Restaurant
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Thursday
11:00 – 0:00
from £85 per person
Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Mem Saab Dining Rooms
11:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Entire Restaurant
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Friday
11:00 – 0:00
from £85 per person
Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Mem Saab Dining Rooms
11:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Entire Restaurant
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Saturday
11:00 – 0:00
from £85 per person
Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Mem Saab Dining Rooms
11:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Entire Restaurant
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Sunday
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £85 per person
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 130
standing
Up to 130
seats
In-house catering
Indian
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Colonel Saab

Colonel Saab is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Restaurant Colonel Saab

Located at the former Holborn Town Hall in the heart of central London, Colonel Saab is a modern Indian restaurant from Roop Partap Choudhary, offering a smart all-day dining experience with a personal touch. Inspired by the travel tales, adventures and journeys across India he experienced with his parents, Army Officer Colonel Manbeer and Mrs. Binny Choudhary. Roop is thrilled to offer the sensory joys of Indian cuisine, cast in a beautiful new light.

Amidst the historic establishments and buildings of the Holborn locale, one can experience an evening in India. In addition to the restaurant's main space, Colonel Saab offers extraordinary opulent private dining rooms for up to 60 guests, with decor depicting details of interesting stories of India from days gone by, such as Maharaja Bhupinder Singh and his 900 wives. Guests can also hire the mezzanine which looks over the main restaurant and makes a great space for an intimate gathering for up to 30 people.

The extensive all-day menu, with dishes from around India, has been curated by one of India’s top food personalities, Karen Anand, and includes some of her signature dishes such as Confit of Cauliflower, Smoked Lamb Shank and Dosas. This is in addition to many regional Indian specialities which appear for the first time on an Indian restaurant menu in London; not to mention a Masala Dabba or spice box of cocktails based on Indian botanicals formulated by mixologist Antony Bertin.

With old-style Jazz music, museum worthy artworks and a modern twist on the flavours and textures and aromas of India, Colonel Saab provides a contemporary perspective with an old soul.

FAQ

No, decorating is not permitted in the restaurant.

No, outside alcohol is not permitted because the venue is fully licensed. Guests are welcome to pre-order drinks from the venue's drinks menu.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At Colonel Saab, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Colonel Saab:

  • Mem Saab Dining Rooms hosting 20 guests: £2679.44
  • Entire Restaurant hosting 130 guests: £9602.48
  • Mezzanine hosting 41 guests: £5315.36

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Colonel Saab is located at 193-197 High Holborn, in Holborn, London. The nearest metro station is Holborn Station.

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