Hiba Street

We went after a long day in central London, looking for a place with hearty and filling food. It was recommended by a friend and on the approach it was inviting with some seating outside in the later summer sun. We were welcomed like old friends, it did not feel forced at all and all the staff were really friendly. We had some of the best hummus I've had in London for starters, with bread and some homemade sauces. I opted for the baby chicken which takes a little longer to prepare, but the chefs Hassan and Islam went to work efficiently (you can see the staff getting to work) and within a quick 15 minutes the mains were served. The chicken was smoky, warm and perfectly seasoned. The garnish was excellent and well presented. This is a great place to sit back and relax, so we opted to grab some mint tea and chatted between us with the hum of central London in the background. Overall a great place if you are in the area, with well priced food and welcoming staff.

It is no wonder this place has so many good reviews because, true to the feedback, we had a fantastic experience. Despite being a little too cosy from what we are normally used to, we found it very warm and inviting. The music was authentic, the waiters (Mohamed & Salima(?)) friendly. Extremely delicious food, we could have spent hours there listening to the music and chatting away. We stayed there for 3 or so hours on a Friday evening and were not at any point made to leave!

The staff at Hiba Street Food provided an amazing experience and meal. Food was delicious and the fattoush salad is a must. Every dish was seasoned to perfection. Each meal is accompanied buy a homemade garlic sauce and a homemade chili sauce. The chili sauce was full of flavor and not too spicy. If I didn't live in the U.S., this place would become a regular stop.