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The team behind the upscale West African restaurant Akoko launched a new concept in Borough Yards in October 2023. Akara is named after West African black-eye bean fritters.
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Summary
“If you like Akoko you will like Akara” – Aji Akokomi’s more casual (and much more affordable!) new spin-off to his increasingly famous Fitzrovia HQ occupies a shiny new unit in Borough Yards and opened in October 2023. Like the mothership, it‘s dedicated to putting a “refined” spin on West African culinary traditions. “The akara dumplings [for which it’s named] are a must” and contribute to a menu of dishes which “whilst carrying some West African spice still remain delicate”, (although some of the accompanying sauces are pretty fiery). The tasteful, upbeat interior is “open and airy with good table spacing, and service is very attentive”.
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Have you eaten at Akara?
Arch 208, 18 Stoney Street, London, SE1 9AD
Akara Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Poor to mediocre food, vastly overpriced and to add insult to injury we were charged £4 for two glasses of tap water"
"If you like Akoko you will like Akara. Sharing plates format - the dishes whilst carrying some West African spice still remain delicate. The venue is open and airy with good table spacing. The service was very attentive. Wine list reasonable. I can see this place taking off in popularity."
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £5.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 13.50% |
Arch 208, 18 Stoney Street, London, SE1 9AD
Opening hours
| Monday | 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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