Dining
The 5 Best Lebanese Restaurants in London
Mezze, grills and warm hospitality: where to eat the best Lebanese food in London.
In short: our top picks are Maroush, Em Sherif and Arabica. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Lebanese cooking is one of London’s great pleasures: a table covered in mezze, charcoal-grilled meats and the kind of hospitality that keeps you there for hours. These are the rooms worth gathering people around a big table for, from Edgware Road institutions to smart modern spots.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Maroush | Marylebone | £££ |
| Em Sherif | Knightsbridge | ££££ |
| Arabica | Borough | £££ |
| Yalla Yalla | Soho | ££ |
| Maroush | Marylebone | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
Maroush
Why we pick itThe Edgware Road institution; mezze, shawarma and charcoal grills late into the night.
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Em Sherif
Why we pick itA glamorous set-menu feast of Lebanese mezze; opulent and endlessly generous.
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Arabica
Why we pick itModern Levantine sharing plates; bright, contemporary and beautifully spiced.
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Yalla Yalla
Why we pick itA buzzy Beirut street-food spot; quick, affordable and full of flavour.
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Before you book
Order more mezze than feels sensible and let it keep coming; that is how a Lebanese meal is meant to flow. Go with a group, take the grilled meats, and pace yourself for the bread. And ask about the daily specials; the best kitchens cook beyond the menu.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Maroush is our editor's choice: The Edgware Road institution; mezze, shawarma and charcoal grills late into the night. Maroush, Em Sherif and Arabica lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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