182 St John Street, London EC1V 4JZ
http://www.darbucka.com
''Darbucka provides a range of entertainment to suit people interested in global culture in an Arabic setting serving a tasty Syrian-Lebanese menu.
Darbucka is the vision of Syrian Musician Ahmad Mohammad. Darbucka is the name of the drum used in Middle Eastern music.
Downstairs you can experience sounds from around the world in the party atmosphere with live world music and dancing. Upstairs you can enjoy the Syrian-Lebanese menu in a more mellow setting.''
Ayoush
58 James St, London, W1U 1HG
http://www.ayoush.com
''An authentic oasis of charm and atmosphere in central London, serving delicious Moroccan and Egyptian food. Blending a rich tapestry of flavours in a relaxed ambience, this London restaurant is perfect for intimate meals, group outings or private parties.
It occupies a prime location, just a two minutes walk from Oxford Street and Bond Street tube station.
With glamorous live entertainment and middle Eastern food including couscous and tagines, enjoy this unique opportunity to savour the unrivalled sounds, tastes, and aromas of North African culture and cuisine. You can be assured of a warm North African welcome at all times.''
Efes 2
175-177 Great Portland Street, London,W1W 5PJ
http://www.efes2.com
''Hailed as a Turkish delight by restaurant reviewers with a friendly atmosphere, expert waiters and an appetising cuisine.
You can enjoy a pleasant lunch at a convenient West End venue or come for the evening where the venue bursts into life with live music and a belly dancer, as well as providing fabulous food and wine.''
Ishtar
10-12 Crawford Street, London, W1U 6AZ
http://www.ishtarrestaurant.com
''Ishtar was the ancient “Sumero-babylonian” goddess of fertility, love and light.
Ishtar Restaurant offers simple yet brilliantly executed Mediterranean dishes in the heart of Baker Street. It is the culmination of simple creative ideas and a passion for food, drink and entertainment.''
Levant
Jason Court, 76 Wigmore Street, London, W1
http://www.levant.co.uk
''Enter the sensuously exotic world of Levant, situated between the hustle and bustle of St. Christophers Place and the fashionable Marylebone High Street.
Belly dancers perform every night with Arabic beats played by the house DJ on Friday and Saturday nights until 2am.''
Maison Touareg
23-24 Greek Street Soho, London
http://www.maisontouareg.co.uk
''Transport yourself from the hectic city lifestyle to the tranquillity and serenity that is Maison Touareg.
Relax in the plush surroundings and perfumed incensed aroma. Bringing you a feast for the senses direct from Morocco with our authentic and traditional warm bustling atmosphere.
Or watch the world pass you by, whilst enjoying our fragrant Shisha on our dedicated Terrace.''
Mamounia Lounge
37a Curzon Street. London W1J 7TX
http://www.mamounialounge.com
''Mamounia Lounge - the Moroccan Sanctuary, A culinary artist's palette: Spices, aromas, flavours.
Unwind and relax in the inviting bar, lounge or restaurant. For many guests Mamounia is paramount: that indefinably perfect combination of elegance, chic glamour and comfort. Mamounia's allure is its luxuriously elegant décor that lets you retreat to the far land of Morocco. This is the ideal backdrop for a formal lunch, business meal or a leisurely and relaxed repast.
Guests eat indoors amidst charming authentic Moroccan artworks. The lunch and dinner menus are inspired by the tastes, recipes and flavours from the great cuisines of Morocco, Lebanon and the Mediterranean. Allow your senses to be awakened by the aroma of the incense, the rhythmic pulse of music and the tactile luxury of the sumptuous lounge - An oasis.''
Momo
25, Heddon street, London, W1B 4BH
http://www.momoresto.com
''Salam Aleikum! Welcome to Momo! London's original Arabic den.
When Parisian-Algerian restaurateur Mazouz arrived in London in 1995, among the first things that he did was look for a place to eat his homey couscous. He couldn’t find any… But his Vespa took him to Heddon Street, at the time a dark semi-abandoned walkway located off Regent Street, in London's West End...
Encompassing Music, Food and Visual aesthetics, Momo Restaurant Familial opened in 1997. Momo consists of four spaces: restaurant, café, outdoor terrace and basement bar/disco including a highly talk-about live music program.''
Simurgh
17 Garrick Street, Covent Garden, London,WC2E 9BL
http://www.simurgh.co.uk
''Simurgh is the first Iranian Restaurant in the heart of London. We have recreated the beauty and warmth of Iran in a friendly environment.
Persian recipes have matured over the centuries to bring the taste out of the fresh ingredients used to prepare the unique Persian food, and following this tradition, Simurgh only uses the finest fresh ingredients to prepare its dishes and exclusive cocktails.
Simurgh has the pleasure of entertaining its customers with one of the most exciting dances in the world every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.''
Souk
1a Short's Gardens , London, WC2H 9AT
http://www.soukrestaurant.co.uk
''SOUK is a 2 minutes walk from Covent Garden and Leicester Square tube where you can can experience North African cuisine in a friendly setting that is something truly different.''
El Cantara
45 Frith Street, Soho, London, W1D 4SD
http://www.elcantara.co.uk
''Due to a devastating fire on 4th April 2009 the venue has been undergoing a radical transformation. With a budget in excess of £1.1 million they intend on bringing the best of Rustic Spain and authentic Morocco to Soho.
Working with renewed architect Scott Gill and Moroccan interior designer Nadine Rovass, the owners to re create the quaint charm of the El Cantara but with a new vibrance.
All of our products have been extensively sourced by both the design teams and owners Hamza Harrak and Sam Mallach, hand made from Marrakesh and Mucilage. Bringing you the real artefacts with no imitations. Included in the new refreshment will be a traditional tapas bar with an open fire and late licence till 1am. Also we will have the very first and only Shisha terrace in Soho.''
Kenza
10 Devonshire Square, London, EC2M 4YP
http://www.kenza-restaurant.co.uk
''Meaning 'treasure' in Arabic, Kenza is an ode to refinement & luxury. Be charmed by middle eastern hospitality as you relax into a crush of satin cushions.
Let perfumed insense and fountains brimming with roses charm your senses. Relish the richness of homestyle Moroccan dishes and be enchanted by the shadow play of light through beaded lamps.
When you can't eat another bite, relinquish yourself to the intensity of the night as belly dancers entice you to revel until dawn.''
Maroush
4 Vere Street, London, W1
http://www.maroush.com
''In 1975, a 21-year-old man named Marouf Abouzaki arrived in London from his home country of Lebanon. An energetic entrepreneur with great ambitions of success, Marouf worked in Lebanese restaurants as a chef until 1981, when he opened his first Maroush restaurant at 21 Edgware Road.
Twenty-three years later, Maroush has expanded into a small empire under his direction. In all, there are now 10 Maroush restaurants open for business, with plans in the making for several new arrivals in coming months.
Maroush prides itself on excellence in the preparation of food, presentation and quality of service. Food critic AA Gill has said of Maroush: "Everything is dazzlingly fresh, beguilingly fragrant, exotic yet earthy."
Serving some of the finest Lebanese cuisine available in London, Maroush restaurants will stimulate and delight your senses. Close your eyes as you savour this fantastic food and drink, and you’ll feel you've stepped into the heart of Beirut.''
Del’Aziz
24 - 32 Vanston Place, London, SW6 1AX
http://www.delaziz.co.uk
''Inspired by husband and wife team, Shahrokh and Zehra Parvin, Del'Aziz is a group of elegant restaurants, bars and boutique bakeries.
Showcasing the very best of the exotic Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa, it is the ideal place for people to meet, shop, chat and enjoy exquisite food in a unique and beautiful surrounding.
Designed to mimic a colourful Middle Eastern bazaar, Del'Aziz really is a one-stop shop for gourmets, bon viveurs, and lovers of good food and beautiful objects and is fast becoming an authority on Eastern Mediterranean cuisine.
Often entertaining guests with live music and belly dancers.''
The Triangle
1 Ferme Park Road, Crouch End, N4 4DS
http://www.thetrianglerestaurant.co.uk
''The Triangle bar & restaurant offers fusion food and an eclectic mixture of Oriental, Mediterranean and modern British cuisine.
The atmosphere is laid back and friendly and the decor reflects the imaginative menu whilst complementing the small but exquisite conservatory and garden.''
Café Gallipoli
107 Upper St, London, N1 1QP
http://www.cafegallipoli.com
''In Gallipoli you will find exquisite Turkish cuisine in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
You will hear the chefs preparing your food in the kitchen as you soak up the lively atmosphere around you.''
Pasha
1 Gloucester Road, London, SW7 4PP
http://www.pasha-restaurant.co.uk
Pasha restaurant offers authentic Moroccan cuisine & genuine warm hospitality in opulant surroundings.
The food is inspired by home style Moroccan cooking, created for sharing and brought to the table in a continuous flow.
The interior has been designed to create the atmosphere of a Moroccan palace with heavily carved wood doors and several elements of furniture to create opulence and warmth.''
CousCous Darna
91 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 3LD
http://www.couscousdarna.co.uk
''Indulge yourself in Moroccan hospitality and fantastic food.
An enchanting restaurant in the heart of South Kensington.''
