Lovely lovely staff. We got the 3 for £25 and I regretted doing so bc I was so stuffed at the start! I really wish the food was amazing as the staff was so lovely but mine was only OK. Moutabel (I've had a richer deeper taste), aubergine with spices and herbs; tasty but not astonishing and a middling foul medmas (I've had it far more complex and rich tasting, also lacked the bit of spice I've had before). Also served lukewarm and not hot as indicated on the menu. So likely wouldn't return sadly. read more

Interesting that they gave you a whole bowl of vegetable to have with your maze and it includes a head of lettuce and a whole tomato! It's odd but actually very yummy with the food we got. Except for the halloumi bread being too salty, everything tasted really good Service was amazing and welcoming. They gave us a complimentary dessert and it was very tasty. We had a good time here! read more

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Fantastic dinner! Highly recommended! I can't remember the name of the lamb and yogurt main dish, but it was FANTASTIC! order the lebnah and hummus, and use it with your meal, you won't be dissapointed. Get the lamb/yogurt dish!!! read more

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The food, service and overall experience was amazing. Our waiter was so awesome and we got a free baklava at the end of our meal. Could not recommend more, if you have not been check it out you will not regret it. read more

Best Lebanese-style kebabs in the entire city -- hands down, far and away. Terrific lamb braised in yogurt, as well. Good table service Five easy Yelp stars for the food alone. read more

We were in the mood for falafel and kebab and luckily found this restaurant. The place is nice but not pretentious like other restaurants in this neighborhood. The people at the restaurant are super welcoming and friendly, like they are inviting you into their home for a meal. The service was prompt and attentive. The food is delicious. Really tasty flavors in everything we ordered, which included falafel, hummus with grilled lamb (highly recommend that one), fattoush and chicken kebab. Definitely check this place out when in Notting Hill. read more

This is a great restaurant that more people need to check out! The atmosphere was nice and cozy and the service was great. The food was exceptional and the baklava was amazing. The falafel and foul moukala were standouts. Would come back and would recommend! read more

The food was incredible!! The staff was so wonderful and the food was amazing! I would highly recommend

We sat outside on a sunny day and ordered six starters to share. Between two people, this was a lot of food and we could have easily just had five. That said, it was all too notch. The highlight was the fish roe which was delicious. Definitely worth stopping by. Thy have great veggie options! read more

After plenty of Guinness at the Cow on the later side one Sunday night, I asked around for a restaurant recommendation in the area. Al Waha got a nod and a quick cross reference with Yelp for iPhone confirmed its potential goodness. Al Waha's hummous, the measure of any Lebanese restaurant, was ridiculously good. My San Francisco-based dining companion and I couldn't resist comment, though it was tough to decipher given our mouths were stuffed with this silky smooth and super savory chickpea spread. We liked Al Waha so much we went twice in a week, once with a pile of luggage directly from Paddington station after a weekend in Bath! In addition to the hummous (which comes with plenty of pillowy pita), I highly recommend you order the Arabic salad. It's a simple tossed affair with lettuce, tomatoes, parsley and onions in a lively lemon dressing. Sounds boring, but trust me it's anything but! I also especially enjoyed the shish taouk. Al Waha: Totally worth the trek to West London! read more

This Lebanese restaurant is consistently reliable and has never once been a disappointment. Set amongst a random mix of restaurants on Westbourne Grove, Al- Waha is small but extremely popular. Lunchtimes during the week is usually the best time to go if you want to enjoy a less crowded meal. However, I would definitely book if you wanted to dine during the evening. You are started off with a complimentary bowl of fresh vegetable, olives, and bread to munch on as you decide on what you're about to eat. The choice of cold and hot mezes is large, and each one is definitely worth a try. Honestly. Their Falafels are my favourite, dipped in lots of tahini and the combination is perfect. I also always have the chicken soup, which is warm and thick and just the way I like it. The Labneh (yoghurt), Warak Inab (vine leaves stuffed with rice), Makanek Ghanam (small Lebanese lamb sausages) are a few more of my favourites. Their main dishes are plentiful and each done well. The Sharwama (slices of lamb from a spit) marinated in onions and vinegar is prepared so that it comes succulent and juicy, am also a fan of their minced lamb dishes. Mmmm! You are given complimentary Baklava, which comes all honey soaked and rounds off the meal just right. For the quality of the food, the prices are very decent. There are two set lunch options, one is £12.50 and the other £14 and the main course range from £9 to just under £20. The dinner set meal is £21 and the other option £25. Definitely worth it with what is included in the menu. Unlike so many set meals you don't feel restricted for choice. read more

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This was a neighborhood favorite when I lived in London, and I am so glad it's still here, 20 years later! We eat here every time we're in town. The food is AMAZING. The Hummous Kawarmah (lamb topped with pine nuts) appetizer and the arayes appetizer are my favorites, but all of them are sooo good! The Kafta Yogurtliyeh (lamb in yogurt sauce) is my favorite main dish. I've tried all of the lamb dishes, but this one is the one I order every time. Also, do leave room for dessert--the pastries are devastatingly good, and the Mouhallabieh (milk pudding) is the nicest I've had. Enjoy with a pot of mint tea, and it's a perfect meal! read more

My son made the reservation so I was not worried about the food. And I was right, all the dishes we ordered (and there were many) were outstanding from the meze through the entrees. It was staffed out front by only two gentlemen and although they were buried (it is a small but clearly very popular place) the service was excellent. I have added this to my future stops in London. Highly recommended. read more

Good food and nicely decorated, pricey but not over expensive. Waiters are civil but slightly rough diamonds brought to heal by firm and experienced management. 3 pounds cover charge for the pre meal olives and salads was a bit cheeky. Perfectly respectable dining. read more

I have been frequenting this restaurant even when it was located on Shaftsbury avenue. The old location was much more stylish and elegant, that being said, the food is still excellent. As soon as the drinks orders are taken, a bowl of fresh veggies and bread are brought to your table.I usually get the Hummus and the leg of lamb. The other dish that really stands out is the chicken livers, it is very, very good. The bread is always fresh, warm and soft.I have tasted most of the entrees( gives you an idea how many times I have been here). Service is very good, the waiters are very attentive and oh so good looking! The dessert selection is not the greatest. You can't go wrong with the baklava and the fresh fruit platter. read more

Amazing hummus & apps! Great local spot for wine and Lebanese, the management is great as well

My girlfriend and I had a delicious dinner at Al Waha with our friends who were hosting us in London. We all have a history of foreign travel and our hosts are ex-pats living in London; so we are always on the look out for a standout restaurant. This is one of them! The cuisine is delicious and nicely presented, the dishes are a refined Lebanese take on more standard Mediterranean dishes. Service is fast, attentive and pleasant. The interior of the restaurant is chic. Top marks! read more

This was recommended by a Libanese friend. One in our group were Libanese. So he ordered seversl commutual dishes we ate from. At the beginning appetizers, then main courses, which werr out together for a more commutual eating style. The price is more on the expensive side, but you get what you pay for. The service was not that on the point. We had to remind him about one dish and a softdrink. The restaurant was not that spacious, but spacious enough. There was a native atmosphere! Recommended! read more

For those familiar with London, we know Lebanese food is not a rarity. Edgware Road is full of Lebanese restaurants like Beirut Express, Maroush Garden, and other establishments mostly owned by the same management as Maroush. However, if you want the best Lebanese restaurant in London, I recommend Al Waha. Tucked away off the quiet Bishops Bridge Road in Bayswater, Al Waha offers an authentic Lebanese fare, quick service and a cozy ambience to boot. Starters like the hummus with lamb, and the chicken livers are enough to fill you up. Why? Well you can't stop eating them. They are amazingly delectable and served with fresh, warm pita bread. For mains, I had the lamb in yoghurt and the minced lamb kebabs and both were better than most places I have been to. This place is my new favourite for Lebanese and I can't recommend it highly enough. read more

Raw chicken in the salad! This was quite possibly my worst dining experience in London ever and we didn't even get to taste the food. We were served a complimentary "snack" of raw vegetables: carrot sticks, a whole mini cucumber, a large tomato, a radish and a wedge of old salad that were brown along the edges. In itself not too appetizing or easy to eat, but we ate the carrot sticks only to discover a piece of raw chicken in the bottom of the bowl. Absolutely disgusting, not to mention a health hazard. We left immediately. read more

Westbourne Grove has always been renowned for its eclectic mix of international cuisine. The quality has been improving steadily and Al Waha is just another highlight. Went on Sunday night for a relaxed birthday dinner. Does anyone ever make it beyond the mezze? Everything was delicious, vegetarians and carnivores are equally catered for. Will definitely come again - this could become a favourite. The interior is beautiful and I particularly liked the caligraphy. read more

I first discovered Al Waha on a trip to London 15 years ago, and I make it a point of going back every visit, which has only been 4 times over the years. Truly delicious, and what's more, over the years they remain consistent in the quality of their food and taste. It's always as I remember. read more

Staff is impolite, food is not good (the meat wasn't fresh neither cooked well, the rice in the vine leaves was crunchy, the baklava was like a month old as well) ruining the reputation of Lebanese/Syrian food. read more

Great Lebanese restaurant. The service is good although a little bit rushed. Waiting time is very short however. The atmosphere is nice. The food is really good - I had a mixed platter with all types of meat grilled on point. Rice and salad were great as well. The portion sizes are generous, the price okay. Overall, a very positive dining experience! read more

I was here on my last night in London, and it truly was the best meal I had during my entire visit. I was very impressed with the quality of the food and the great service. I felt like the meal was most definitely worth the price (which isn't outrageous to begin with). I liked the variety of their wine list; not too expansive, but enough solid choices that went well with the food. I went a week ago and am still thinking about the lamb and couscous I had here! read more

Super yummy hummous, fattoush salad and farruj massahab dish but the £3 cover charge (for me and my hubby) along with the extremely poor/unfriendly service means I won't be heading back to Al Waha any time soon. read more

My first experience with Lebanese food and right there great one! I went on Saturday after 8 pm, the place was very busy, but they were very helpful and tried to accommodate me. Very friendly staff. Great food too. I started with Hummus Kawarmah and I would highly recommend it. Also Arabic salad is worth trying. I am planning on coming back next time I am in London. read more

Quite a smart place. Tables for 2 are very small. Prices are quite high compared to other Lebanese restaurants, and quality is not up to the best. Wait staff was busier than they were attentive, lots of movement but somehow detached from the customers' needs. Seems like no special requests are entertained. read more

Came here with my mother once for a quick catch up on a cold evening and we had a really nice experience. The service is good and I love how you get a bowl of fresh vegetables by default! I ordered the dish of the day which was something with lamb and it was delicious!! And huge! My mother got a chicken option and that was also really good. We also got some hummus and tabouleh. Overall this is a solid place for some good Lebanese food, we spent around 50 pounds including beer. read more

The restaurant is relatively small, but with very smart and simple decor which makes it very invitng and a great place to spend some time out. The food is the usual middle eastern cuisine cooked with quality that is good and delicious but nothing exceptional, the service is just okay (it was hard to judge as the restaurant was empty when we came in). I would recommend the restaurant if you are around and want a nice place to go. Prices are a bit steep, expect to pay around 4-5£ for starters and 13£ for main courses. read more

Al Waha has fantastic food, the surroundings are pleasant, if a litle cramped at busy times, but the waiters are way too surly. Muhamara (spicy crushed nuts) is the best I have tried outside the Middle East, usually they are bland or too puree'd. The salads are always fresh, the portion sizes are good, and I've never had a bad meal, I just don't enjoy the whole experience as much as I should given that the food is cracking. read more

Excellent food and nice atmosphere. A step above many other middle eastern eateries.

Very good food, in decent quantities. First round included excellent fattoush, tabouleh and Hummus with minced Lamb and some of the best falafel I have had outside of North Africa. This was followed with great lamb kofte and tender chicken skewers, spiced rice with lamb and nuts and lamb meatballs in a tomato sauce with a great kick. While all the food was great I think the service let down a little, I booked last minute and it was made clear that they needed the table back at a specific time, but we still felt a bit rushed - slightly over attentive waiters, glasses cleared a little too quickly. Was just enough to take the edge of what was a very pleasant meal. read more

As a Lebanese , I can hand on heart say this is the best Lebanese in London. The mezze is absolutely amazing! Al-waha manages to even make hummous exciting - their version is smooth and rich with tahini. Try the cheese sambusak, fried kibbeh balls, and arayes (minced lamb on flat bread). Every single plate you'll have will be a treat in its own right. We are regulars at Al-waha and already look forward to our next visit there! read more

Al Waha's platter of selected mezze set lunch option (available daily from noon to 5pm) offers an excellent introduction to the delights of Lebanese mezze. For those familiar with these delectable Middle Eastern appetizers and small dishes, this Bayswater restaurant sets the standard for quality Lebanese cuisine in London. At $12.50 per person, Al Waha's selected mezze platter fills and thrills with expected dishes such as hummous, tabouleh and falafel as well as kibbeh maklieh (fried ground lamb with crushed wheat delicious!), moutabel (grilled aubergines and sesame paste), warak inab (vine leaves stuffed with rice) and sambousek pastries (one with cheese and another with minced lamb) along with a bowl of chilled fresh veggies. It's a lot of food. During my last lunchtime visit to Al Waha, I couldn't finish my plate (despite having skipped breakfast to make sure I had the room and the appetite to devour what I knew would be a scrumptious feast). In fact, it would make a great starter or light meal for a couple. Of course, all the items included in the selected mezze platter are also available al a carte and in the evening. They're all worth sampling! If you like your hummous heavy on the tahini side, you'll love Al Waha's. And their falafel has the whole crispy on the outside/fluffy on the inside thing down to an exact science. Even the vine leaves stuff with rice a dish I don't usually care much for rocks the palette with plenty of flavour too. Really, I've been here a few times. It's all good and a cut above most other Lebanese and Middle Eastern restaurants in town. Service is personable and efficient (ya gotta love the old school telephone-intercom system). The dining area is attractive with lots of live plants as leafy and homey décor. It's easy enough to slide in for lunch but not a bad idea to call ahead at night. However/whenever you go, you'll be in for a real treat! read more

Fantastic food. Best Lebanese I've ever had. How they cook their chicken with such tender and flavourful results, I'll never know and certainly won't be able to recreate on my own. The spreads and salads are amazing, particularly the babganoush and tabouli. read more

We went yesterday afternoon and the food and service were excellent. The hummus is some of the best i have had and the foul (broad beans) were excellent. Tables quite close together though read more