Antalya Restaurant

I didn't research The Barbary prior to my arrival. I had heard third hand that the food was a must…read moretry. I was surprised to see only bar seating situated around the kitchen. If you don't like the smell of meat grilling and it getting into your clothes and hair, this isn't the place from you. Everyone here is very helpful and the vibe of the restaurant and staff is lively and upbeat. Everything here is served tapas style, so feel free to share or not. The food is pretty great and worth a visit or two, because I didn't have enough stomach room to try every single dish. We ordered naan, labneh, za'aluk, artichoke, oyster mushroom, cauliflower, and finally lamb. You can watch and smell everything that's being made and it's all tasty. The dishes are so flavorful and fresh - I know these are generalizations, but dining here is worth it.

Food was amazing, and really wanted to give this place a better rating. Naan was superb, dips we're…read moretasty, lamb chops were cooked perfectly as well. Three issues though: - the octopus was overcooked and quite chewy. Flavor was great though - my wife found a hair in the dessert. Really big flag - dinner for two was 160+ pounds. Very expensive, and didn't give us the dessert free after basically eating their staffs hair

0.7 mi•Covent Garden, Strand

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Strawberry & Rhubarb

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The Real Greek - St Martin's Lane

3.9(46 reviews)

We were looking to grab a quick meal before our show started and popped into this restaurant…read more Overall we were quite pleased. We started with cocktails. My Old Fashioned tasted great with the Greek honey. The lemon gin drink was OK. Our large Greek salad was excellent. Too often they are made with too much lettuce. Here, there was no lettuce, just lots of veggies, feta cheese, olives, etc. nicely done! Our lamb and halloumi skewers were tasty though could've been a bit larger serving wise. Finally, our flat bread (pita) and hummus were good though perhaps slightly overpriced. Service was very good, the restaurant was clean and fairly comfortable. Two thumbs up!

We dropped by for dinner on a Sunday evening and I wish I hadn't. This place is sketchy Greek at…read morebest: the spanakopita was fried and called spinach tiropitakia which was weird; the service was atrocious and had tons of mistakes; the hummus was bland: the tzatziki was running and unseasoned; the Greek salad came not tossed with olive oil or any type of dressing. I'll give the wine list some credit, but overall I wish we didn't come by. Disappointing and touristy.

Greek salad

Halloumi

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Chicken souvlaki

Clos Maggiore

4.2(166 reviews)

0.7 mi•Covent Garden

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We spent Valentine's Day at Clos Maggiore and it was an incredible experience from start to finish…read more If you are planning a visit, book well in advance--this spot is popular for a reason! The Food: We did the Valentine's set menu, and a fair warning: it creeps up on you! Every course is delicious, but by the time dessert arrived, we were absolutely stuffed. Even if you aren't typically a seafood fan, give it a chance here. The dishes are incredibly approachable, well-balanced, and clearly had a lot of thought put into the flavors. The Vibe & Dress Code: The atmosphere is unmatched, but learn from our mistake! We spent the day exploring Covent Garden and didn't have time to head back and change. You definitely want to dress smart-professional to match the elegance of the restaurant. We felt a little underdressed for the level of experience they provide! Summary: Romantic, delicious, and worth every penny. Just dress up and come hungry!

The service here is always impeccable, and the decor is unparalleled, especially during the…read moreholidays. Given how difficult it was to get a seat, I would have liked to have been seated in the main dining room with the more impressive array of decorations, but my tiny table tucked away in a corner near the entrance wasn't all bad; decorations were still plentiful, and I didn't feel in the way of passing traffic. With the food, you get what you pay for; which may not be as much as you might think given the "poshness" of the place. Without booze, you shouldn't end up paying more than £50pp. The menu has an array of seasonal favorites like Hertfordshire Beef with a red wine jus, roast chicken with leeks and girolle mushrooms, and seasbass with Autumn vegetables. Seasonal desserts are also available and the booze is seemingly never-ending. You can never go wrong with the chicken here, regardless of season, and with a seasoned sommelier always on-hand, rest assured all your wine pairing needs will be met. The beef and venison dishes are also superb, with both light and hearty sides to compliment them perfectly. Dessert can be a hit or miss. I didn't like my first experience here with the Delice, but my second experience was a delicious poached pear with a superb buckwheat ice cream and buckwheat-infused biscuit. I paired mine with the recommended Bordeaux wine to wash down the sweetness, and let me tell you, it was an extra £14 well spent. Overall, this isn't the type of place you visit every week, or even every month, but it's definitely worth planning months in advance to come during the hholiday season. Reservations are a MUST.

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Maison Bab

4.5(13 reviews)

0.5 mi•Covent Garden

I was in town for work and we got delivery from Maison Bab…read more I liked that it was a little different than just a typical kebab. I got the dirty bab which has fries, peppers, a great sauce, and a ton of flavor in addition to an ample amount of meat. It was quite filling (though I still found space to enjoy some hummus too). The meat was well cooked, super flavorful, and it combined really well with everything else in the wrap. Messy and very filling but super delicious.

I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough! I love hummus and have ordered it in many, many…read morelocations, including the Middle East. And this hummus is now my absolute favorite! It was so creamy, and the peanut curry was the perfect flavouring. I'm going to have to visit London more often just to eat this hummus again. The free range chicken shish kebab was also delicious! It had a perfect mixture of pickled veggies and meat. They also include some crispy chicken skin, which heightened the dish all the more. I dined alone, and the staff were extremely kind and attentive but not overbearing. Farris and Azul were both wonderful, and Farris made excellent recommendations and made sure I was well taken care of. The location is perfect if you're in the West End going to a show, and the atmosphere is hip and modern. All around a great place!

Bar area

Lamb Shank

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The Palomar Restaurant

4.7(153 reviews)

0.8 mi•Chinatown

I grabbed a street-facing bar seat at The Palomar and ended up fully entertained between…read morepeople-watching and chatting with the staff. The ambiance is amazing--sexy, energetic, and paired with great house/techno beats that make the whole space feel alive. Everyone was warm, attentive, and genuinely fun to talk to. The food was amazing. The beef tartare was delicious with great flavor and texture. The octopus and all its fixings were also really good, even though I'm just not a butter bean person in general. The side of carrots was honestly one of my favorites--soooo good with crumbled feta, walnuts, and dates. Thanks for the recommendation and the amazing service, Zoey! Such a great stop in London and an easy yes from me.

Ahh another amazing dinner at Palomar. This has become one of my go to dining spots when I visit…read more We were able to sit at the kitchen bar this time which was a great experience! Our service was on point. Very attentive and the food came out at a good cadence! Standouts this time around included the hummus and falafel, chicken thighs and the layered potatoes. The ambiance is cosy but make sure to make a resy in advance as this hidden gem continues to get more recognition!

Bread with dips

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Yalla Yalla

4.0(162 reviews)

0.8 mi•Soho

Nice restaurant inside actually was surprised. The food was very good and very reasonable. Got the…read moresampler for 1 $15 and a fatoush salad. The pita was fresh and homemade. Service was strange had 2 servers which got a little confusing.

It was a nice catch up with the friends was a bit hard to find but great food maybe that wasn't the…read morelast time

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Konaki Restaurant

4.3(31 reviews)

0.3 mi•Bloomsbury

Absolutely delicious!!! Really legit Greek food that is…read moretastefully flavored and rightly portioned. We had the hummus, and baked feta as appetizers and they were some of the best of its kind I've ever tasted! Highly recommend

Location, Location, Location! Hidden in the smaller and…read morehidden streets of Holborn sits Konaki. A warm and charming Greek restaurant with fairy lights that give it a nice touch, especially during winter time. During the summer the little garden on the back can make you have and enjoyable dining experience. In terms of the food, I have no complaints. Feels and tastes authentic (to my standards), the moussaka is meaty and packed with veggies, whilst ouzo is a nice digestif (if you like anise). If you don't remember anything else about this review please remember this; try the appetizer made with cod roe, olive oil and garlic. Sublime. Service could improve a little as it is sometimes very welcoming, and sometimes a bit cold. It needs to become consistent, and when this happens they might achieve a wining combination.

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Maison Du Mezze

4.3(18 reviews)

0.7 mi•Leicester Square

Spent a week in London renewing my visa and sampled some of the local fare. My wife and I miss food…read moreLebanese food from Sydney and we had a sneaking suspicion that London would have something good. Weren't let down. This place was as good as I have ever had. Couldn't recommend it more. Chicken Mezze plate was very good, tender and juicy but not under cooked, good variance in type of chicken as well. Falafel could have been the best I have ever had. Can always tell the quality of it by the dryness and chick pea to herb ratio. Fantastic. Garlic potatoes - very good with peppers. Cold Mezze- excellent but would have wanted more tabouleh if possible but you can't have everything. Hummus Babaganoush and Labneh all top draw. With a good glass of red the whole thing came to less than 80 pounds. Unreal. Service was ace not a thing to complain about. What a place. Price 5/5 Service 5/5 (if you are looking for a reservation and online says it's booked, just call and they will sort you out) Food 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Can't miss with this one.

Really enjoyed the food and being downtown London, it was truly a fun experience. I got the grilled…read morechicken burger and it was flavorful, loads of mayo and I ate every bite. The service was okay except for our server lady, she seemed a bit rude. The other severs were all pretty good. The atmosphere is very very pretty. Especially inside! We sat outside because it was a perfect late September afternoon to enjoy the decent weather. And listen to the side shows going on around the courtyard across the way.

Expresso Martini

Hummus

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Maison's Mixed Grill

NOPI

4.2(313 reviews)

0.9 mi•Soho

I'd come with a good crew to enjoy a range of dishes. The beauty's in the sharing…read more Bathrooms are unsettlingly mirrored. Kind of fun, check it out.

This bustling Ottolenghi spot is always busy. We love the communal tables so we can visit with…read moreother diners. Tonight did not disappoint. We sat at the bar to start and my husband had a delicious cocktail, an easy speak, which featured an artichoke amaro, FEW rye and sugar. I opted for two veg dishes, the burrata with peaches, which I can never resist and an interesting roasted aubergine tossed with black lime and toasted coconut flakes. My husband has lamb kofti. I am a devotee of this wonderful chef and have all of his cookbooks. Unique pairings and unexpected combinations always make for an interesting flavor discovery.

Interior

Savory Valdeón Cheesecake , Pickled Beetroot , Almonds , Thyme Honey

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Monmouth Kitchen

4.1(41 reviews)

0.5 mi•Covent Garden

Had a very nice lunch here. Located inside the Radisson Hotel. The restaurant calls itself a…read morePeruvian / Italian Started with Tuna Tacos. 4 mini tacos with chopped Tuna Sashimi, and a cabbage slaw. Ok... nothing special Seabass ceviche - Amazing - a filet of Seabass marinated in lemon, lime and spices with avocado, corn and red onion. This was special and paired with a nice glass of Chardonnay it worked well. Peruvian grilled chicken - Came with 2 skewers of dark meat chicken served with aji verde sauce. It was tasty but I'm not a fan of chicken thighs so I gave it to my husband. Ambiance was nice, if you're looking to splurge on a lunch, this is a nice one.

Had dinner with three other friends at Monmouth last night- it was my birthday as well. It was…read moregoing great and the food was tasty, but I was really put off by the behaviour of the staff when I wanted a take-away box. I could not finish my main and wanted to bring the rest home. The server resisted my request but then wrapped up the rest of my meal and brought it to me. What really put me off was that he then squatted down next to me- as if I were a child- and explained to me that they don't normally "do this" for people but they were making an exception for me- almost like a guilt trip! We had just dropped £350 or so on our meals, wine and drinks and I'm made to feel like a burden because I wanted the remainder of my £25 main to take home?! This is the norm these days to offer take-away and why waste perfectly good food? Really left me with a sour taste in my mouth after what was otherwise a pleasant meal.