Linda I.

Stunning meal! Went in a party of 8 and so we got "the feast". It was a feast, indeed. Came out in 2 big sharing courses. First we had bread and dips and the flavors here were outstanding. It was very hard to stop myself from eating to bursting in this course, just knowing the main was still to come. Every dip was so good, but my favorite might have been the hummus. Unlike any other hummus I've ever tried - much thicker, really highlighting the chickpea with other nutty bits and seeds mixed in. For the main, we each chose one kebab per person, and since we had so many of us, we really had coverage of every single one they had to offer. Instead of serving the one kebab ordered in front of the person, this was served on sharing platters as well, which was perfect! These were huge and we had so much meat that everybody got to try all the kebabs. So juicy, perfectly seasoned and grilled. This course was served with more bread, rice, and bright crunchy salads with enough acid to cut the fatty meat. Plus leftover dips from the first course. Overall a delightful, rowdy, elbow to elbow and heavily laden table meal! Would highlight recommend. Sounds like reservations are hard to come by and recommend booking far in advance!

Yara F.

As a Persian girly I can honestly say that this is some of the best Persian food that I have had outside of my house. Specifically, the chicken kebab is so insanely juicy and flavorful, it feels like magic had to be involved in the cooking process. Their fixed price menu is a great deal if you have a group of people, but we ordered our own preferred items for our dinner and ended up spending about the same per person. The service was great and the restaurant has a very cute interior. We had a reservation so we were seated immediately when we arrived, but they did have a bar situation outside that you could stand and eat at which honestly I would do if it was my only option. I will 100000% be back next time I'm in London!

Val A.

We were craving Persian food and found this restaurant on Yelp with great reviews. When we arrived, the host told us there was a 1.5-hour wait but offered us the standing area to order food, which we accepted. We ordered kashke bademjoon, liver, chicken with bone, rice, and drinks. Having grown up with this food, I know how it should taste. Unfortunately, the kashke bademjoon lacked flavor, the chicken was overly salty, and the liver (served with sweet bread) was just okay. The rice wasn't anything special, and overall everything felt overpriced. The one thing I really enjoyed was their fresh bread, made right there in the tandoor, that was definitely a highlight. The ambiance was lively and the service was good, but it took a while for our order to arrive.

Noelani M.

Came here for lunch in the middle of the week and left feeling full and happy with our dishes. Why I docked a star is because I feel that for the price you're paying, certain dishes like dips should include free bread or something to eat with. Being very familiar with Persian food and cuisine. I felt that the flavors here were really nice and authentic while also having an elevated flavor. Also, our waitress was very kind and was very pleasurable to be with. I wish that it wasn't so difficult to make reservations here, and I also wish that the seats were more comfortable as I personally do not like to sit on a stool for an elegant meal. Food was great with the salad olivier being my favorite as well as the koobideh.

Mahsa T.

Best Persian food anywhere! Persian food elevated! Divine! They deserve every accolade they've earned. Small space with only a few tables, so please make your reservation way in advance and be careful when selecting which location for your reservation, there is the original in Soho and the other in Borough Market. My mom and I were lucky to snag a last minute reso at the bar in their Soho location while we were visiting London. The place is well run - the efficiency with which the food is prepared (we had a front row seat at the bar) was cool to watch. I wanted to order everything because I knew this would be my only visit while in London, but alas I had to settle on the following: PANIR SABZI - Bulgarian white cheese, radish, nuts and fresh herbs JUJEH KABAB Boneless chicken breast GHORMEH SABZI Lamb stew with kidney beans, dried lime and mixed herbs GHAIMEH BADEMJOON Aubergine stew with split yellow peas, dried lime and tomato For drinks, I had a sharbat (fruity herbal drink) and my mom had dough (yoghurt drink). Everything and I mean everything was beyond amazing. I should know I'm Persian and have been eating Persian food all my life. If you twisted my arm and made me choose my favorite dish, it would be the ghaimeh bademjoon stew. Friendly service. Very reasonable prices considering how crazy expensive everything is in London. Don't miss it!

Aya E.

Ordered: Watermelon Shumpine Cocktail (~£12): Vodka, Red Verjus, Rose Petal Tea, Watermelon Fizz Pomegranate Tokhm-e Sharbati (~£6): pomegranate, rose water, soda, basil seeds Black Lime Sharbat (~£6): black limes, fresh limes, mint Set Lunch Menu (~£34/person) -Sangak & Barbari breads -Hummus e Khanegi & Kashk e Bademjoon -Koobideh Kabab & Jujeh Kabab -Zaferan Polow & Salad Shirazi Aya's take: Berenjak is a London staple and is recommended by Michelin (Bib Gourmand category). It was our last day in London and I was determined to give it a try! I was so happy they were able to seat us without a reservation but be prepared to wait if you come during peak hours. I will say the interior is beautiful! You really get a glimpse of Iran and Persian culture just with the decor and ambiance. Out of the 3 drinks (1 cocktail and 2 mocktails) we got, the Pomegranate Tokhm-e Sharbati was my favorite. It was refreshing, light, and not too sweet. The Watermelon Shumpine Cocktail wasn't memorable and I didn't really get that typical watermelon flavor I like and the Black Lime Sharbat had a deep earthy flavor that I didn't expect in a drink. it surprisingly wasn't as citrusy as I was expecting either. The main highlight was the food! The Set Lunch Menu is a no brainer choice because you get a good amount of food for ~£34. Since we were 2 people, we got to try 2 different options from each section of the lunch menu. The more people you come with, the more you can try too! The Barbari bread was crunchy on the outside yet soft and chewy on the inside. It paired well with both the Hummus e Khanegi & Kashk e Bademjoon. Both were good but the Hummus e Khanegi had good texture but not much flavor while the Kashk e Bademjoon was smoky from the coal, creamy from the eggplant, and nutty from the walnuts. The Koobideh Kabab & Jujeh Kabab were outstanding! Some of the best Persian kababs I've ever had. They were deliciously seasoned, perfectly juicy, and unbelievably addicting. I couldn't stop eating it. You can tell it's cooked over an open flame and grilled until golden. The Zaferan Polow & Salad Shirazi paired perfectly with the kababs as well. The Zaferon Polow was fluffy with bits of crispy rice mixed in. The Salad Shirazi was zesty and tangy which nicely balanced the savoriness of the kababs. I was absolutely stuffed for almost the rest of the day after this meal. It's truly a must-try if you're in London (and they have locations in other countries as well)!

Ash N.

Removing the Persian bias... this is perhaps a 10/10. If you're reading this, you're probably in the planning stages of a trip out to London. If you haven't already, try to get a reservation ASAP. We were able to get a same-day reservation for lunch after refreshing the reservation link early one morning, but the odds seem not in your favor. The koobideh, the chicken kabob, the hummus, the breads, I really don't have much to say. Every single thing we ate was genuinely amazing. The hummus, easily best I've ever had. The chicken kabob, the juiciest and most well made we've ever had. Koobideh was lamb and I'm not even a big lamb fan, but it was unbelievably good. Berenjak is a restaurant I didn't want to leave. Didn't want to feel full from, and definitely would return to every chance I get. Oh and one more thing -- for whatever it's worth, this place made me feel so proud of our culture. The ambiance, the decor, the music, the tones, and mood, all in all just perfection from top to bottom.

Bit of a wait for walk in (45 mins) but good vibes and decent food. Set menu was very filling - the hummus e khanegi starter dip and the green chilli koobideh were our favorite dishes. The hummus in particular was super unique because of the dark color (black chickpeas) and the sunflower tahini - tasted very nutty. Shout out also to the service which was excellent - everyone was extremely friendly and attentive, thank you. £175 for two people.

Rating: 4.5 Stars The quality of the food here absolutely blew me away. We visited the Borough location for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. The space is quite small but beautifully decorated with ornate Persian art and traditional pieces, creating an authentic atmosphere. We ordered the Koobideh, Sangak bread, Zeytoon, Kashke Bademjan, and for drinks, the Tokhm-E Sharbat and Doogh. The kebabs were incredibly juicy and tender - they melted in mouth. But the true standout was the Kashke Bademjoon--rich, flavorful, and so addictive. I couldn't get enough of it. The rice had The drinks were also impressive. The Tokhm-E Sharbat was so refreshing, I ended up ordering it twice. Service was friendly and attentive. There was a small mix-up with our check being switched with another table, but the staff handled it promptly. This was hands down the best food I had during my visit to London. I'll definitely be back.

Annie S.

*Lunch special review* 3 courses for £28 and you will leave full and happy! We sat at the bar and that ended up being great because you can watch them making the food. It is very impressive and they are working hard. You choose from a dip (many options) with breads, a meat (lamb or chicken) and a side (either rice or salad). There is a lot of food, do this is a great deal. We loved everything we got! Service is great and food comes out quick.

Best mizaghasemy(spelling?) I've ever had. I wish the size was a bit larger, but I may just be now too use to American restaurant portions.

Mike G.

One of the best meals I've had. I went solo, so was seated quickly as a walk in around lunchtime on a weekday. Sat at the counter and really enjoyed watching the chefs do their thing. The food was as delicious as it looked. I did the set lunch menu and it was a great deal. The taftoon was fresh and airy but the perfect pair with the mast o khiar. Maybe the best mazeh I've ever had. The jujeh kabab was delicious and house rice was the perfect side. If I'm back in London I'll definitely be going back here. Couldn't recommend more.

Hannah M.

One of those finicky places that can't decide if it wants to be high end or not. I checked in around 1:45 and it was an hour or so wait for lunch. They have a text system and their wait time quoted was pretty accurate. I came back and was able to be seated immediately at one of the stools adjacent to the bar. I ordered a glass of wine and some dips. Despite great bar seating the menu is definitely designed to be shared. Prices are on the moderate to high side. Dips are around £8 each, breads £4, kebabs around £20. With that said, I found that the quality of the food matched the prices. The balal (£7) aka corn on the cob was unbelievably good. The hummus (£7.50) was unbeatable. The mast o musir (£7.50) was missable. The bread was great. Service was fine but pretty impersonal. One of those rare instances where the service fee seems a bit of a farce. Docking at least a star because the toilets (only two for the whole restaurant) were vile - one was completely clogged, the other was missing toilet paper and the waste basket was overflowing. A complete embarrassment for any restaurant. Overall I was a bit disappointed and wouldn't rush to recommend.