Cuisine Guide

Near Me — Best Persian in London

Discover handpicked Persian restaurants in London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

8 restaurants

1
Berenjak Borough

Persian · ££ · Southwark

85Signal

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Koobideh Kabab

Described as 'outstanding' and a 'must be ordered' dish; reviewers praise the minced lamb shoulder for its delicate spices and a 'soft and tender' texture that 'melt in your mouth.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Tandis

Persian · ££ · Finchley Road

78Signal

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Kabab Barg

Reviewers consistently praise the lamb fillet for being "not over cooked at all, tender and juicy," serving as a benchmark for the restaurant's authentic grill quality.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Persepolis

Persian Vegetarian · £ · Peckham

76Signal

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Meze Plate

This platter avoids 'formulaic' standards in favor of 'lovely things' like subtly spiced bean dip, crimson harissa pepper tapenade, and sweet potato kibbeh, all topped with a 'single Cheeto crisp' as a nod to Peckham.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Sufi

Persian · ££ · Shepherd's Bush

68Signal

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Chello Kebab Sufi

Reviewers describe the charcoal-grilled lamb and chicken fillets as 'very tasty' and 'wonderfully juicy,' especially when paired with the excellent salad option.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

5
Berenjak

Persian · ££ · Soho

66Signal

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Koobideh Kabab

Universally praised; described as a 'must be ordered' dish. Reviewers say it is 'soft and tender' and 'exceptionally juicy and flavorful'.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

6
Sadaf

Persian · ££

66Signal

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Kebab Soltani & Fresh Naan

The benchmark Persian order: a mix of minced koobideh and lamb fillet, perfectly paired with bread baked fresh in their clay oven at a spot cited as one of the best Persian eateries in the capital.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

7
Aquarium

Persian · ££ · Acton

60Signal

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Mast-o-musir

The famous yoghurt and dried wild shallot dip served with bread is the perfect traditional starter.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

8
Sinuhe

Persian · ££££ · Notting Hill

0Signal
Light Coverage

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Mirza-Qasemi

Hailed as the MVP of the menu, this thick, smoky aubergine and tomato dip is an absolute best-in-class must-order.

Light coverage. Worth knowing, but not heavily written about.

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