Marylebone, Middle Eastern Restaurant Guide

“Really enjoyable and imaginative Middle Eastern food” at “reasonable prices” wins very consistent praise for this modern duo in Marylebone and Shoreditch from Tel Aviv-born Limor Chen and her husband Amir. It’s “family- and veggie-friendly” too, with very welcoming service. In late 2024, a new Delamina branch is planned for the periphery of Covent Garden. Top Menu Tips – “Charred Cauliflower; also the moist and tasty date cake”.

“Delicious Middle Eastern dishes” emerge from the grill at this venture near Great Portland Street from ‘Honey & Co’ (see also) foodie power-couple, Sarit Packer and Itamar Srulovich. “The combination of flavours is exceptional”, and “the portions always go further than you’d expect”. True to its Levantine origins, it’s not a grand place: “the dining room feels like a parish hall”.

2023 Review: Initially launched as part of an invite-only private members’ club, John Javier’s small (34-cover) August 2022 newcomer in Fitzrovia is his first venture featuring Middle Eastern cuisine, zhushed up with – for instance – Asian seasonings, plus funky cocktails and wines. Expect Bedouin-style décor, DJs and live music.