First time having Turkish food. Loved it. Kazan is a welcoming little restaurant with a delicious selection. Seriously, everything on the menu looks so good. The complimentary bread went so well with the baba ganoush, and the chicken in the Tavuk Izgara was probably the most tender chicken I've ever had in my life. Excellent service, and nice ambiance, but the food is a bit pricier than what I'm used to (to be expected in London). read more

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food review from a vegetarian perspective Borek was salty Hummus was bland and was dry, not flavourful . on request i was provided chilli sauce (not spicy) Falafal was ok Imam bayildi (vg) was ok Overall there are no exciting flavours that test the pallet It's all neutral and seasoned with salt and pepper I would not visit again if I had a choice read more

It was a good experience with great service. The food was mediocre but the staff made our visit better. It's on the expensive side for the portions but overall it was a good visit. They have nice outdoor seating if you like that be sure to ask. read more

We held our Team Christmas lunch for 13 here. Service was on point from the get-go. We were welcomed by attentive, patient staff who seated us in the Private Dining area that was well lit and beautifully decorated (if not a tad noisy with the Christmas revelry and background muzak). The table had a couple of festive decorations and we were served complimentary warm breads, dips and marinated olives. We opted for the A LA CARTE menu after staff 'encouraged' us otherwise. Still, this menu was extensive and my colleagues said their food was served hot and well-seasoned. Clearly, the portions were generous. I ordered (Starter) '...Mimi Shish Trio...' (small but very tasty) and (Main) '...Sea Bream, served on a bed of creamy garlic mash potato and sauteed spinach...' Unfortunately, my mash was plain and unseasoned (not even salt...!!!). Still my Lychee Martini cocktail was delightful...! Great atmosphere and would recommend. read more

Just left Kazan. When I'm visiting london I stay in the area and have always wanted to try this place based on the reviews . It absolutely exceeded my expectations . Let's start with the service . I was a single diner and the place was packed . Nevertheless. I was greeted warmly , given a drinks and food menu and asked to wait near the bar in the back . While I was sitting there a waiter came over and offered me bottled water . I was seated shortly thereafter in another room . The service was so polite and friendly , I mean noticeably so. I ordered a small mixed mezze plate as an appetizer and the lamb chops . Everything was delicious. I also enjoyed a cocktail and a glass of red Turkish wine. Overall I can't find any fault with this place from the service , atmosphere and food it was a tremendous choice . read more

Kazan - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

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Woah! Christmas day and we were trying to find any place that was open. Luckily I saw this place and walked in. Unfortunately, the place was packed. We asked if they had a table for 2 and the host said to give him a few minutes. We understood. We were just hoping someone would leave the restaurant, so we could be seated. We were famished. A few minutes later, more people walk into the restaurant and are asked to wait too. Then the host tells us a table is ready. We follow him downstairs to where other tables are arranged for the people that walked into the restaurant alongside us without a reservation. It was honestly better than the setup they had upstairs as it was warmer, intimate, and less crowded. They did not turn anyone away, which I am thankful for. They had a Christmas menu available at a set price of $45 per person. Each person could order an appetizer, main dish, and dessert. They had a separate menu for drinks, cocktails, and mocktails. We started off with a Lychee Martini and Lychee Mocktail. It was ecsquisite. It tasted exactly like lychee. It was sweet yet did not overpower the alcohol. The mocktail was carbonated and was quite refreshing. We ordered the Crispy Calamari and Pomegranate Chili Chicken Wings. These were fire! The calamari was ACTUALLY crispy! The wings were unique, but so tasty! We were so pleased with our starters. Our entrees were the Lamb Kebob with Rice and Chicken Breast Kebob with Fries. Both were so juicy and tender. We were amazed. This place serves the best kebobs we had ever had. We became fans of Turkish cuisine. However, the level of customer service the host and waiter showed made our night. We wish we could have came back before our trip ended. This is stop you have to make! read more

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We found this gem as a blessing in disguise since the first restaurant that we went to was packed and wait time was 45 minutes plus the fact that they are not friendly was a turn off for me. We're having our last dinner in London before flying back home. Though this place was busy they still manage to sit us right away. Service was top notch, very friendly, accommodating and warm. The host and our server made sure that we have everything we need and they checked on us to see that everything was good. The place was super cozy, clean and though busy it's still quiet and peaceful. All the diners seemed very well cultured. But let's get to the foods! I'm just so glad we went here instead of the other restaurant. First, the pedi bread - it is a bread from heaven! I love Texas Roadhouse bread, but now I can say that Kazan's bread with the olive oil dipping stole my heart. I ordered the Kazan special and it was super good! My hubby and our friend ordered their chicken and it was all delicious and sumptuous. Plus the pomegranate mojito is a must! Best mojito I've had. This is our first time trying Turkish cuisine and I must say it's an epic experience! Will def look forward on dining here again on our next trip! Keep up the good work guys!!! Highly recommended! read more

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I loved everything about this restaurant! First of all, the grilled lamb was superb! The spices even on the rice were just right! The garlic and hot sauce were delicious! It is a beautifully decorated restaurant and the waitress and waiters were so nice! Our waitress was super nice, very sincere, and very accommodating ( on 9/10/23 7pm). I will definitely come back here again! read more

Kazan - Kofte Selection - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

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Kazan Kitchen was our first time eating Turkish food and we enjoyed every bit of it! This place was right down the way about 5-7 mins walk from our hotel in Westminster. For starters, the Falafel was crispy and tasty, and came with a creamy dipping sauce. The Baba Ganoush was also very good, served with bread. We also ordered the lamb and the "Limon I-tavuk" chicken (lemon & white wine sauce) which were both amazing! We were served rice and cooked vegetables (eggplant, peppers, and zucchini) with our meal. On our visit we had good service from a friendly staff. Street parking. read more

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This wont be a long review. Easily some of the best food and service in all of London. All of the dishes we tried were top notch. read more

Kazan - shish trio - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

As someone who recently visited Istanbul, I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for authentic Turkish food! read more

Kazan - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

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I visited with my loved one and we had brunch together. I had grilled chicken and salad and potatoes with the spiced tea. My loved one had lamb and rice. It was very fresh and seasoned beautifully. I love traditional Turkish food. Highly recommend! read more

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Extremely recommended from the service to the quality to the ambiance to everything. Wow, a true experience.i was seated to a nice setting with great staff and greeted immediately. Then, I was given time to look over the menu, I was given some pita and olive oil and some amazing tomato sauce paste that was remarkable in taste and spice. I ordered Turkish tea along with a chicken kabob plate plus spinach and feta pockets. Wow, then the taste. This food was perfectly seasoned, came with great sides such as their salad and rices. There was a great at the end and the baklava was very fresh and lovely. I love this place and as a tourist was very impressed, even reached out the owner to speak about the all around great restaurant. Keep up the great work! read more

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We all had a beautiful dinner and the best service! Malbec, Pinot Grigio, expresso martini, cappuccinos and lattes were all so good too! We shall return next time we visit London on a layover :) read more

Kazan - Dinner at its finest! - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

Great food and lovely service! Two of us walked in without a reservation and they were very accommodating and let us wait for the next open table. We ended up with several cold and hot mezze dishes and everything was divine. Highly recommend and will definitely visit when I return to London. read more

So good! Being from out of town, we had seen Kazan recommended in a guide book but weren't sure what to expect. It was hands down the best Turkish or Mediterranean meal I've ever had. The meat was direct cooked and still very juicy and tender. Falafel great too. Service top notch- team works well together. Good value for the money to boot. read more

Absolutely delicious food, best Turkish food I've had. I got the Kazan special I believe it was called and it was a substantial amount of food, and very protein heavy. Perfect if you're trying to have high protein consumption. Wait staff was all very kind and attentive. Easy 5 stars for me. read more

Kazan - Kazan Special - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

I was staying nearby and looked up restaurants in the area. I've never been to a Turkish restaurant, but it sounded good and the reviews were promising. Like the reviews it far exceeded my expectations. Lovely decor, wonderful staff and the food was just outstanding. What a wonderful evening in every way. read more

We were quite pleased with our experience, our server was attentive to our needs. The food was well seasoned and tasty. I especially loved the rose ice-cream. read more

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Fantastic food and service. Broad set of starters were fresh, spicy, savory. The mains were fantastic - lamb, shish, Kazan special, even the ottoman burger. Rice pudding for desert, some good wine - exquisite! And good ambiance to boot. read more

We stumbled upon this lovely neighborhood eatery near our hotel on our first night in London. The food, service and ambiance was great for the causal meal we needed after a long night of traveling and a full day of sight seeing. The pomegranate mojito was the perfect pairing for all the delicious Turkish plates. We started with the hummus dish and ended with the chicken sish - a chicken kebab with rice and a salad. The price point was great as well: the drinks, apps, dinners and tip for two was less than 60 euros. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a casual meal during your stay in the area! read more

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We were a family of six...two grandparents, two parents, and two teenagers in London in late August. All of us agreed that Kazan was one of our best experiences of the week. Great food comfortable atmosphere and excellent service. read more

Was in town for work and came here with a work colleague. The service was great. Everyone was attentive and helpful but not overbearing. We started with bread and olives. For our main, we ended up ordering a delicious meat medley with chicken, lamb and kofte. It was served on an elegant platter. I ordered a martini which was a little watery but overall the food was delicious and prices affordable. I would come back for the food and service. read more

Our Rick Steves book recommended this restaurant and so do I! 10/10!!! Fantastic chicken, drinks, and apps. Our entire party licked their plates clean. read more

Had the set menu for two for brunch. The service was very nice and attentive. I can't remember what the name of it was, but it was the one with all meat. It was pretty good. Of course, the best pieces they give you only a small piece of but distract you with other decent meat that it's still worth it. It came with a salad that was not excited to be there. Fries even less so. That's why I'm giving it a 3. The hummus was good but I've had better back at home (which is an international city but not like London so that's another mark). However, it was pretty full for brunch and I liked the atmosphere. If you want to try Turkish food for brunch, then this was fun. read more

Move on. Look at the stars, not the review, I'm tired, on a train and you'll read better. I like Kazan, it's a cosy, warm and inviting dining space, the food isn't the last word in outstanding technical detail but it's good, uncomplicated and hearty fare, won't break the bank (for the increasingly upscale area) and has always been a good place to eat. Easily wears it's 4* award. read more

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Kazan is definitely well worth its value in every way possible. It's quite close to the Victoria tube station, all you have to do is go down Wilton Road for a few blocks and it's on the right side. The waiters were very helpful and very friendly and did not have any attitude when I was talking to them. The decor of the restaurant is dim enough to create an intimate atmosphere. And of course, the food was excellent. It's well-priced and you definitely get your money's worth. The classy design that the restaurant has belies its friendly and quite affordable nature. read more

There are not a whole lot of restaurant choices in the area, so Kazan offers a great venue for having a properly nice meal or holiday parties. The food is delicious here but not that authentic according to my Turkish colleague, then again, he considers most Turkish food unauthentic if it is outside of Turkey. Both the cold and hot mezze were good. As for main, I don't think anything quite beat the Sultan's Shish Kebabs. Juice cubes of lamb grilled to perfection with rice and salad. If it is good enough for the Sultan, it is definitely good enough for me. I have friends who tried lamb cutlet and chicken and they all gave good reviews. If you are in the area, it is a great option, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here. read more

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The decor of this place is fancier than any other Turkish restaurant I've visited in the states. Dim and dark, it looks like it would become a nightclub after 12am. My mates and I enjoyed most of the dishes that we ordered. We started off with the stuffed sardines that was wrapped in grape leaves. Tasty, but watch out of the many small bones. The hummus was a little disappointment though, as it was tasteless and the serving small. I ordered the lamb shish which was grilled tender and had no gamy taste. The roasted lamb dish that my partner had was also a winner, as the meat fell of the bone. Overall an enjoyable dinner and the location is easy to find. Maybe it was because I was becoming familiar with the city and its streets. read more

This is a very popular Turkish restaurant, a few minutes' walk from Victoria station, with excellent food and restrained dark-wood decor. I've never heard anything but praise for the food itself, which explains its popularity. The set lunch at £10 is very good value. The evening meals, including a good range of mezzes, vary in price - expect to pay about £30+ a head for dinner. Plenty of vegetarian options available. The service has always been very friendly, although it can slow up when they are busy, as well as getting a bit noisy. Great for a get together with friends, but lunch is a better bet for business. Booking is advisable in the evening. read more

I had the sea bass with mash potatoes and with spinach salad. It was amazing, the spinach tasted like it was grown in the Garden of Eden, and watered with the blood of virgins. The sea bass and mash potatoes were absolutely amazing too. The service was, the seating, and feeling around the restaurant was great. Please come here and give the nice people your money. read more

The food was very good. The ordering process was a little confusing as the "healthy lunch" wasn't on the menu. The service was a little abrupt but the meal ultimately was tasty. read more

Kazan - Healthy Lunch - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

Two words: Hünkar Beğendi! This place does this classic dish of lamb on a bed of eggplant purée perfectly. The service was excellent, and I was able to get a glass of Turkish wine to go with the meal. Highly recommended to anyone looking for upper-end (though not terribly pricey) Turkish cuisine. read more

Kazan - Turkish Near Me - London, XGL

My husband and I stumbled across this restaurant while walking through the neighborhood. It was pretty packed and everyone in the restaurant seemed to be having a great time so we thought why not? The food is exquisite! We ordered the prawn appetizer, the lamb kofta, duck, and Turkish apple and ice cream dessert. Everything was bursting with flavor! I wish we had a place like this back in Austin Texas. If we ever come back to London we would definitely visit again. read more

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Fantastic dinner...we would highly recommend...local owned and they take great pride in the food and their service...you cannot go wrong...also it is a great value for the price. read more

This was my first foray into Turkish food and I was NOT disappointed! Everything we had was delicious and great portion sizes. Anyone I know that visits London I will recommend they go to Kazan and Dishoom. read more

Incredible food! Go to Kazan. Seriously, it's amazing. The food is out of this world. I highly recommend one of the platters to share. Best hummus and great babaganoush. The helimi and borek are fantastic as well. Everything we tasted was delicious. Good wine selection, extremely friendly and more than competent service. Ambiance is delightful, especially for dinner. No downside here. Reasonable prices. Went twice in a three-day visit to London. Don't miss it! read more

We found this place on Yelp, and decided to give it a go. Best decision ever made, this restaurant delivers on so many levels. Initially we were served a bread basket with a plate of olives (delicious.) We ordered tabbouleh salad and an eggplant purée dip for starters, and we got lamb cutlets with rice and chicken skewers with chips for the mains. The starters were great, but let me tell you, the lamb was cooked IMPECCABLY, just right. They were hearty chunks grilled on the outside with a pink center, it was so tender and absolutely delicious. The chicken was also seasoned and cooked to perfection, I didn't know you could get so much out of chicken breasts. The meal ends with a small plate of complimentary Turkish delights, which I've never liked, but they were so good that I had two. Bottom line? You need to visit Kazan, you won't be disappointed. read more

Let's tell a little story about an imaginary girl named... erm... Flora. From a very early age, this wee Flora lady loved her food - and contrary to popular behaviour of children her age, she loved trying new and interesting cuisines: Japanese, Nigerian, Caribbean, Spanish... the more strange veggies and spices the better. However she did not venture to eat Turkish food, as she thought that the only item on the menu was - wait for it - turkey. Poor Flora. If only she had gone to an amazing Turkish restaurant like Kazan where she not only could have tucked away in a seductive venue with golds and deep reds and magic, but she would have seen that the menu included everything from chargrilled minced lamb with kashar cheese, kirmizi biber, and king prawn, monkfish and scallops simmered with mediterranean vegetables. (And yes, you can guess why I ordered the Biber...) That's what I recently devoured. And it was pure divinity. Poor poor Flora. (She'll be happy to know that no turkeys were harmed in the writing of this review.) read more

I think I just found a meat feast fit for a Turkish king! And here it is, at Kazan Victoria. It's great for group dining with the large round feasting tables and comfy corner sofas. The sharing meze makes for perfect party food and the wine menu is extensive. But, and there is a but, there is something just missing for me. The food is mouthwatering i can't deny that, it's posh Turkish fair, but in Dalston you'll get treats just as tasty and authentic for less than half the price. Also for groups over 7 you have to leave card details, what's with that? I would totally go again, but just not tomorrow. Actually I've eaten so much I may not even eat tomorrow! read more