Diners' Choice: Middle Eastern restaurants in London

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Updated 05 January 2025

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Kebab Queen

4.9

4.9 (31)

£41 and over

Middle Eastern

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

KQ is the critically acclaimed fine dining project of Manu Canales, Ed Brunet & Stephen Tozer. Drawing from their vast knowledge in modern Middle Eastern cookery and their tenure in multiple Michelin starred kitchens, they've created a culinary masterpiece. Currently hosting the renowned chef Pamir Zeydan, KQ stands as a beacon of extreme creativity in the world of gastronomy. It challenges and disrupts the conventional norms of what it means to "fine dine". Forget what you know, and join us for a very unusual dinner.

At the heart of the Kebab Queen dining experience is our meticulously crafted menu. Chef Pamir's eight course tasting menu revolves around immersion and connection. Drawing inspiration from humble origins, he skillfully elevates traditional Turkish dishes to create an unparalleled dining experience. The menu celebrates the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, thoughtfully featuring dishes that blend comfort and ingenuity.

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Victoria

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Absolutely outstanding experience. Would highly recommend. Everything was executed perfectly, the food, the drinks and the ambiance.

Le Bab Soho

4.6

4.6 (141)

£25 and under

Middle Eastern

Soho

About the restaurant

At Le Bab Soho, our flagship restaurant in the iconic Carnaby Street, we are proud to offer a blend of the traditional kebab with the excitement, innovation and fusion that Soho offers. Our food, synonymous with the word Kebab in Soho, is meticulously crafted from Free Range Meat, offering the most guilt free kebab in Soho. This commitment to quality ensures a taste that's unparalleled. Our seasonal produce is not only non-negotiable for us, but also adds a touch of freshness to our dishes. So come dive into our Kebab and mezze sharing plates next time you’re in Soho, a delightful mix of Middle Eastern flavours and contemporary twists.

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JoseVIP

Dined on 27 Dec 2024

Outstanding service, friendly and professional, delicious food

Oliviya

4.7

4.7 (19)

£25 and under

Middle Eastern

Hampstead

About the restaurant

Discover Oliviya in Hampstead—a Lebanese-inspired gem with vibrant décor and tantalizing aromas. Enjoy mezze platters of hummus and tabbouleh, succulent kebabs, and grilled seafood. The inviting ambiance and attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience in the heart of Hampstead.

-We cannot guarantee specific tables that customers ask us however we will try to accommodate everyone needs.
-On Weekends there may be maximum duration stay at the restaurant

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SavvydinerVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding service and food! Will definitely be returning. Looked after my guests SO well

Fait Maison: 13 Berkeley Street

4.5

4.5 (33)

£26 to £40

Middle Eastern

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Fait Maison is home to the renowned Executive Chef, Yvonne Osman (better known as Om Waleed to her friends and followers), famed for her beautifully spiced Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean inspired dishes.

We are truly committed to creating the freshest, most delicious dishes that are healthy, nutritious, wholesome and simply bursting with flavour.

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Sadia

Dined on 26 Nov 2024

I managed to get a booking on my way in. The venue is lovely, staff were friendly, service was great and our waitress was very pleasant. Only feedback I have is the over use of phones where people are constantly taking selfie which is offputtinh but that is no reflection on the venue or staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our brunch.

Basta London

4.3

4.3 (3)

£26 to £40

Middle Eastern

Mayfair

About the restaurant

We welcome you to Basta.
Deeply rooted in Qatari traditions and cuisine.

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Ammar

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Great hospitality and great food and nice vibes at rest

Penelope’s

4.4

4.4 (261)

£26 to £40

Middle Eastern

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Penelope's, part of the AMANO Group, is redefining London’s dining and nightlife scene. In 2024, Penelope’s won Best Luxury Restaurant at the British Food Awards, a testament to its culinary excellence. Executive Chef Fez Ozalgan curates a menu that merges Middle Eastern and Spanish flavors, using the finest ingredients. The restaurant’s ambiance is equally compelling, with mirrored ceilings, plush seating, and dramatic lighting. The experience is further enhanced by the open kitchen, offering diners a front-row view of the culinary artistry.

Named after founder Ariel Schiff’s daughter, the restaurant is a heartfelt tribute to the vibrant cultures of Spain and Tel Aviv. Schiff describes Penelope’s as "truly a matter of the heart," a place where the exuberance of Berlin meets the sophistication of London. On weekends, Penelope’s transforms into a lively party scene, featuring London DJs and the legendary Isramani dinner party, imported from Berlin.

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Edvina

Dined on 28 Dec 2024

I celebrated my birthday here, the food was superb. Definitely will be coming back it’s only a shame that service wasn’t the best but although food and ambiance of the place was lovely so I can ignore it. Recommend

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Le Bab Covent Garden

4.4

4.4 (70)

£25 and under

Middle Eastern

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Since opening in 2018 “Maison Bab” has become renowned as one of the best restaurants in Covent Garden, serving cutting edge gourmet kebabs and mezze - sister restaurant to Le Bab, Kingly Court. Our charcoal fired kitchen takes centre stage in our beautiful restaurant in Covent Garden. Our menu reflects a mixture of Levantine cuisines with global influence, and we use seasonal, ethical ingredients and free range meats in all of our kebabs.

Maison Bab prides itself on offering a diverse and delicious menu. Each dish is a testament to the rich culinary traditions of the Levant, enhanced by a touch of international flair. Our chefs locally source the finest ethical ingredients and our meat is free-range and our techniques inspired by fine dining, ensuring we can offer the best kebabs in Covent Garden. Maison Bab offers succulent kebabs grilled to perfection and aromatic mezze platters.

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Sara

Dined on 17 Dec 2024

Excellent food and generous portions! Good choice for vegetarians too! The lamb Christmas kebab was absolutely delicious. Will definitely be back!

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Fait Maison: 50 Gloucester Road

4.3

4.3 (120)

£25 and under

Middle Eastern

South Kensington

About the restaurant

Fait Maison is all about incredible, beautifully spiced food, and fabulous patisserie and desserts. Executive Chef and Creative Director Om Waleed’s dishes have a wealth of influences from Palestine, the Middle East and the Mediterranean. Our food looks amazing and tastes even better and as you’ll see ‘every dish tells a story’.

Fait Maison at 50 Gloucester Road is a great favourite locally, serving up wonderful homemade food using the finest ingredients and friendly, welcoming service.

Kindly note that only Fait Maison cakes are permitted in store, do get in touch in advance, if you have a celebration to order a birthday / celebration cake. During very busy periods in the summer and over the Christmas holidays, we work on a walk-in basis. Please bear with our members of staff if there is a queue, we will try to seat you as quickly as possible.

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Federica

Dined on 30 Nov 2024

I had a wonderful dining experience. The food was good, The service was amazing, with attentive staff who really paid attention to the small details that make a big difference. The gentleman who served us was particularly nice, making our meal even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be returning.

Fait Maison, Salon de Thé: 144 Gloucester Road

4.3

4.3 (441)

£26 to £40

Middle Eastern

South Kensington

About the restaurant

The Salon de Thé is Fait Maison's flagship branch and home to highly renowned exec chef Om Waleed. Come in and try a wide selection of Middle-Eastern dishes, all-day brunch classics and a wonderful array of patisserie and desserts.

Every detail is a feast for the eyes, beautiful interior decor, stunning floral display and incredible tasting food from Om Waleed's kitchen. We focus on top quality ingredients and seasonally inspired dishes. There's always a welcoming lively atmosphere, we want it to be a home away from home.

Kindly note that only Fait Maison cakes are permitted in store, do get in touch in advance, if you have a celebration to order a birthday / celebration cake. During very busy periods in the summer and over the Christmas holidays, we work on a walk-in basis. Please bear with our members of staff if there is a queue, we will try to seat you as quickly as possible.

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Andrija

Dined on 15 Dec 2024

It's superb value for afternoon tea in London. When we were there they had run out of scones, so they gave us extra cake instead - which turned out even better! The cakes are of superb quality and filling. Service is great and attentive. Location is in central London and easily reachable by tube, right down a few steps from Gloucester Road station. High quality tea and nice atmosphere. Absolutely recommended.

Le Bab Battersea Power Station

4.2

4.2 (52)

£25 and under

Middle Eastern

Battersea

About the restaurant

Located in London's iconic Battersea Power Station turbine hall, Le Bab Battersea Power Station is our newest restaurant, and fast becoming one of our favourite locations. With its Art Deco-inspired interiors and a commitment to offering an unparalleled dining experience, Le Bab Battersea Power Station serves up incredible kebab and Middle Eastern food, and has become a must visit destination south of the river.

As the undisputed home of the kebab in Battersea, our Middle Eastern inspired restaurant serves up only the very best in mezze, kebabs and Levant inspired cuisine. Our chefs at our Battersea location painstakingly source local produce and free-range meat for our innovative kebabs as well as for the rest of the menu. At our Battersea location, we are also proud to offer an extensive wine list and cocktail menu.

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Nik

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious mixed grill kebab, though the chilli sauce needs a bit more spice!

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