Their lamb shish wraps are quality, yet overpriced and there drinks are a little too expensive.read more

Kambi's was absolutely rammed on a quiet wednesday evening. I went with a dear iranian friend and…read morepassed by some spots I expected to be pretty packed at 9. Most other joints on the seafront and western road seemed pretty empty. Even the newly opened Jetty was a bit desolate. Folks seem to identify the food as a bunch different things, but the waiting staff definitely knew what was going on with persian dishes and names. We ordered the koobideh, a seasoned and marinated ground lamb dish served over rice with grilled tomatoes. As a side order, a gentle garlic yoghurt (mast maseer, they stylized it). In true iranian style we had a tableside bowl of sumac (a tangy, slightly citrusy berry ground into powder and used in middle eastern and especially iranian cuisine) which was pretty exciting. The meat was good, but a bit pricy for what it was. Thankfully the mix of raw onion, garlic yoghurt, saffron rice, and bits of decent lamb became more than the sum of its parts. 14 pounds each plus tip for that and 2 diet cokes was a bit much. I guess maybe it's unfair to compare everything to riddle & finns before 7:15. I would certainly go back to Kambi's when I'm in the mood for that lovely sumac. Apparently they do fessenjan on a Sunday, so I'll definitely be back for that. Slow cooked persian chicken is out of this world. The atmosphere was also quite endearing, with a persian family celebrating their toddler's birthday -- for which the staff put on a(n appropriately accented) happy birthday tune -- some token persian businessmen, and some british families. Everyone joined in the singing and clapping, which was nice. 3 and a half stars.

We had a very unfortunate experience here the other Friday evening. We were looking for somewhere…read morefor an inexpensive bite to eat with a friend, and outside Sahara was an 'A' board advertising as its headline 'Set Lunch £6.95, Dinner £8.95'. In the adjacent window the set menu selection looked very good, with plenty of lamb, chicken and vegetarian options. This hit the spot so we went in. We were given menus, but found no sign of the set menu at £8.95. We asked about it, and were treated to a rather loud and slightly embarrassing exchange between the waitress and kitchen of 'are we doing a set menu tonight?' which went on for a few minutes. The waitress then said they weren't - the offer was only on weekdays, which did not include Fridays. We pointed out they were advertising it outside (with no caveats about which nights it applied to). Then another member of staff appeared, and suggested the weekend set menu - which, at £38 for two, was more than double the price. I pointed out that they were advertising something different outside - after all, it's not a great effort to take in an 'A' board. He just repeated that the offer was on Mondays to Thursdays only. We felt ripped off - we'd been lured in on a false premise. We left with a bad taste in our mouths - so can't actually comment on the food...

I've recently started getting in to African and ethnic foods, so I came to Sahara to develop my…read moreburgeoning love. I noticed India mentioning that Sahara can be a little bit pricey, but this can be avoided if you come between Monday and Thursday. During these days/nights, you can get 2 courses from as little as £6.95 (£8.95 in the evening). If like me, you are big on trying to take advantage of these promotions, Sahara is definitely a restaurant that should be added to your list of potential choices. I had a mixed meat dish served with couscous and salad, I can say with all certainty that I was not disappointed. Sahara is good alternative to the more Western restaurants, I could certainly see myself heading back.

Excellent ... in fact Exquisite Food.... Not exactly cheap…read morebut the portions are big & enough for Sharing, in fact I recommend sharing as you can then taste more dishes! Seating also upstairs so good for parties aswell as small numbers.. good friendly service Thumbs UP!!

It was the middle of the day and I had the afternoon to kill before meeting others. I'd heard about…read moreJeita from the manager at the hotel I was staying at, who sung its praises, so I thought I'd stop by and grab a bite to tide me over. It was well after the lunch rush, and before folks started showing up for dinner, so I had the restaurant to myself. I looked over the menu, and decided that I wanted their hommos schwarma starter. After I had ordered it, I changed my mind, and felt I really wanted the spicier version of their hommos instead, the hommos Beiruty. They ended up giving me both, charging me for one, and provided loads of pita. I was looking for a snack, but this was turning into a meal! Anyway, I mentioned that I really enjoyed ayrans, a salted yogurt drink common to the Mideast, and asked if they could make one (it wasn't on the menu). The cook said he most certainly could, and had his own special recipe. Wow. They were not only providing a fairly cheap meal, but also a special drink not even on the menu! Anyway, both plates of hommos were tasty, especially the hommos Beiruty. The ayran, however, was in a class all to itself: it was singularly the best ayran I'd ever had in my life! I finished it, and they came by and filled up another glass (free of charge, no less). I walked out for 16 pounds, and had a bunch of leftovers! I regret with my activities this week that I could not stop by again. But I told folks I knew here all about it. Well worth a visit if you're in Guildford, even for the day.

Worst service and worst food. In fact they mentioned 10% service charge on their menu but charged…read moreme 12.5%. When mentioned in a friendly way, instead of accepting the mistake, they asked me to go eat at KFC. Extremely impolite staff. The food is below average too. I would avoid.

Overall a great experience, Lamb charred and grilled with it still being super juicy, the addition…read moreof the fragrant rice paired nicely with the flavour of the lamb and finally a fresh side salad with a drizzle of olive oil. The service was easily 5 stars with the owners being very hospitable, they cared for our every need and often came around to check if we needed anything. Finally the ambiance was really good, the time I went happened to be a busy time and due to the size of the room you often find yourself needing to speak louder however for me that isn't an issue. Everyone in the room seemed to be having a good time. Definitely recommend if you like well priced and good Lebanese traditional food.

It may not look much from the outside, with its dated blue plasticy sign, but this is a lovely,…read morefriendly little place. They have a set menu which is excellent value at £10. The starter is the highlight here - a huge plate of mezze, with plenty of houmous, tabbouleh, tzatsiki, olives, pitta and unusual pastries. I believe this can also be ordered separately as a mixed starter if you're not getting the set menu. The mains are fairly basic but very tasty - with a choice of grills and casserole type dishes. A dessert (I had ice cream, but there were other choices I can't remember now), and authentic coffee are also included. The staff are very friendly and happy to have a chat with you about anything and everything.

I enjoyed the mea, so much diet options. Good service. Loved the ambiance my friends and 1 spent…read moremy birthday together there and the atmosphere was to die for. The restaurant decorated for my birthday with no extra charge. my vegan and vegetarian friends enjoyed the food.

We were there to celebrate a couple of birthdays. I made reservations online, which was easy and…read morereceived a response back that day confirming the reservation. We arrived at 8:30 pm and were seated promptly. At first glance it doesn't look that big however, we were ushered downstairs and found another whole dining room. The decor is very rustic, inviting and lovely. We were trying to figure out if they would notice we carried on of the tables out with us when we left. Service was the best we have received since arrive in England. Very personable, friendly, attentive without hovering. They kept the drinks flowing almost as quickly as we were drinking and ordering them. The food was out of this world. Old world Moroccan, as the owner is from Morocco and take pride in what he serves. There were a variety of dishes ordered: We started with the Azouma and Vegetarian Mix Mezze for mains we ordered a variety of dishes: Lamb Tagine with Prunes, Chicken Tagine (with preserved lemons), Meat Ball Tagine, Vegetarian Tagine, and Lamb Shawarma. The side of Couscous were cooked perfectly. I ordered the Lamb Tagine with Prunes (Slow cooked lamb, prunes, caramelised pears, onions and toasted almonds, with sweet and savoury spices). It is to-date the best lamb that I have had since arrive in England. Most of the lamb so far has had a gamey taste and typically very fatty; this was neither. It was lean, tender and flavoured to perfection. I was also fortunate to try the Baklava - the BEST I've ever had. With ample amounts of flowing drinks, apps, five mains and two desserts the total bill came to about £35 pp. There is limited street parking, best to use the lot across Broad St (Queningate Car Park) close to the wall. You only pay until 9 pm.

Rox Burger may have moved but I'm pleased with the replacement. Hummusa is a small family run…read moreLebanese eatery and you can eat in or takeaway. It's not exclusively a vegetarian menu but the menu leans that way. The main draw is definitely the falafel wraps for me. Everything tastes freshly made, recommend you try the pickeled turnip as part of your salad selection.

Just had a falafel, avocado and halloumi cheese tub! Loved it and feel fairly healthy afterwards!…read morePretty good portion size. I feel full but not bloated. I was a bit worried with the word "tub" in the name but it was not too big! Beware, no cutlery or napkins came with our takeaway!

A nice little vegetarian falafel cafe. The sodas were ice cold (nice on a record breaking heat wave…read moreday), and an affordable falafel meal deal came to £7.75 (wrap, chips, soda). They are quite big portions, which was nice, and it has indoor and outdoor seating available.

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!