You gotta try the following when your there: mixed appetizer, fresh Iranian bread, Shirazi Salad, Masto Khiyar, Kebab Koobedeh & wrap it all up with their one of a kind Faloodah.
I’ve heard good things about Alounak for a while now. I have always planned to visit the restaurant at Bayswater at some point for dinner or what not but somehow I never came round the time to do so. I did finally get to try this place out, but not at the restaurant. Instead I ordered it through Deliveroo (get £5 off your order here) and it got my food delivered to my doorsteps. I try hard to not make ordering deliveries a habit but sometimes when you are dead exhausted and desperate for a long due break, you are allowed to be lazy and spoil yourself a bit.
No complains in this place Iranian food in London !
Probably the best for me and tried quite a few places this is 30 Mints from my place where I stay on holidays in London and it's totally worth the drive with the black cabs !
I orders the sultani and koobidah both are very good and juicy the bread is made on the spot so can't get any fresher. This time as well I ordered the special dish of the day the Sabzi ( Lacked flavor ) once I added more drizzle if lemon and salt it was good.
Food 3.5/5
Service 3.5/5
Ambience 3.5/5
Eating the most authentic Iranian dishes London has to serve. The only downside is the atmosphere and ambience of the place, a little sore on the eyes. But the food surely makes up for what the decor lacks in. The kebabs are luscious, and falooda dessert is far above average. Recommended.
Dinner at this place was super. Some of the staff were a little abrupt. The food was incredible. The bread is made fresh and to order and it was delicious. I would highly recommend a short detour to visit this place. It is very busy and there are no bookings. I was recommended to arrive just before 7pm and that worked (no waiting).
The juices were okay, not the best. The food is superb. Enjoy
Visited here twice. The service is friendly and prompt.
The food is very good. The bread (Roti) is excellent. The chicken kabab are soft juicy and mildly spiced. The mint tea needs special mention here. Overall a good experience.
I can say it's the best persian restaurant in london.
Food quality, price and presentation are just perfect.
Variety and taste are very authentic and the service is fast and friendly.
Try the appetizer mixed platter and the freshly baked bread.
Go for their grills, all are awesome and the portions are excellent.
End up your meal ordering tea with mint and you will just repeat the full experience again and again.
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Fact number one: there are at least three Persian restaurants within a five-minute walk from my office. Fact (or promise) number two: I will try them all before my company moves to Central London.
Alounak is my second experiment, and the one I had the highest hopes for: they have another branch in West Kensington (that is, within walking distance of my house), and heaven knows how much I need a Persian restaurant I can trust, afford, and reach without topping up my Oyster. Going by this experience, I shall try my "local" branch soon: Alounak's Westbourne Grove restaurant may not offer the same variety or old-school charm as nearby Al Waha, but its food is right on the mark in both quality and quantity, and made me glad to have finally got round to visiting.
The lunch menu includes a set of hot and cold starters, and a selection of mains, among which you'll spot most of the classic meat dishes you'll no doubt know if you're any familiar with Middle-Eastern restaurants. They also offer one special course for each day of the week; I quite liked the looks of the Tuesday one (Zereshk Polo - steamed saffron rice with berries and chicken), which made the realisation that it was only Monday all the more bitter. Not that I'm complaining about my main: my saffron chicken breast skewer was well cooked and fulfilling, masterfully charred at the edges, and paired with the kind of fluffy, buttery rice that makes you wonder why on earth anyone should pick salad as their side (I might judge you if you do. I'll try not to. At least get the bread, for Pete's sake!). I've recently learnt to master a similar recipe at home, thanks to Sabrina Ghayour's "Persiana", and have, as a result, grown more and more demanding towards its restaurant version. I couldn't fault this one, just as I couldn't fault the Kashke Bademjan (smoked aubergine, garlic, walnut and fried onion dip) I had as a starter, paired with soft, freshly cooked taftoon bread; both a delight, and large enough to feed two people.
Prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get: £13.50 each (service included) bought me and a colleague a generous starter to share, and even more aboundant mains. Not bad at all, considering that in most Middle-Eastern restaurants £13.50 would be the price of the main alone. Visiting on a Monday also turned out to be a good idea. I've walked past Alounak enough times to know it's often crowded, but yesterday, there was no one but us inside at 1.30pm, and we could benefit from a speedy service that allowed us to enjoy a leisurely, relaxed meal well within our lunch break. Could this be my new recipe for beating the Monday blues? I'm feeling positive, and might soon make it a Friday treat too. Or Tuesday, as I'll have to come back for that Zereshk Polo. That's also a promise.
A nice meal if you are in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way for it simply because the West Kensington branch surpasses it on atmosphere and food.
Not a bad Iranian meal but slightly bland in taste.
A warm and friendly environment, no matter how busy the restaurant gets at peak time on a Saturday night. A simple, basic decor is more than made up for by a comprehensive menu of Persian dishes that would please any Epicurean. My very first experience of Persian cuisine, and I suspect not the last...! Well worth a visit.
Good Persian restaurant in Bayswater.
Had dips for starters. Make sure you order the crunchy bread to eat the dips with - it is a delight.
Had mixed grill for the main and the portion was huge. Two massive skewers of well grilled chicken and lamb. Taste was good but a bit dry. Perhaps order a side salad.
After-dinner tea was nice and helped us digest all the food.
Service is good and the vibe is nice.
My favourite Persian restaurant! Delicious food every time, especially the koobideh. Small, family-feel place. Quick service, but they don't rush you out either. Lovely decor too.
The food was amazing delicious. Home made ice cream was very delicious and very interesting that I never eat before. Everything was super, fast and the porcion was great.
Really good! Well priced with good service and friendly staff. I didn't try any specific Persian dishes unfortunately, what I did have was really decent. Special mention to the stone baked bread, first time I've had my entire meal on top of the bread. Can't really complain about anything major maybe my lemon was a bit dry😁
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A Persian Speciality Restaurant Alounak, in Bayswater, London has been a cherished part of our lives for nearly four decades, ever since its inception in 1995.
Our visits, whether with family or friends, have consistently been an exceptional culinary journey.
The food quality remains at its pinnacle, and the ambiance continues to transport us to the heart of Persia, sparing us the need to travel thousands of miles.
During our recent visit, we had the privilege of being attended to by the remarkable Ms. Hasti and her team, including the skilled Ms. Nara and others.
They provided insightful narratives about our beloved dishes, which, although familiar, now come with delightful twists that have left our taste buds yearning for more.
This enduring excellence is a testament to the dedication of the restaurant's Management, Executive Officers, and the entire staff at Alounak Restaurant, Bayswater, London.
We shall appreciate if our compliments are duly conveyed to the Staff concerned, as in addition to making us happy, it will also motivate them and other staff to always strive for their best.
Their unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to their patrons is truly commendable.
A journey to Alounak Restaurant, Bayswater, London continues to be an enchanting and delectable adventure, and we eagerly anticipate returning for many more decades to come.
Kudos to Alounak Restaurant, Bayswater, London for their continued pursuit of excellence in all their endeavours!
Ash-Cash and Ashandkaren
I’m a regular at Alounak for last two years and must have tried it at least a dozen times and never disappointed with food. The Taftoon bread is alway so fresh out of the wood over and delicious to try with butter. Boneless chicken with rice is my usual with their mint lemonade. Highly recommended if you’re looking for good Persian food in Westbourne Grove and Notting Hill / Paddington
The best thing about this place is the ambiance. We were seated right next to the oven and were able to observe as the bread was made. The smell from the oven was amazing.
My favourite Persian restaurant in London since early 80’s , but the food is not as tasty as used to be. This very sad .
It was a long waiting, still they were helpful and trying to arrange tables according to our requirements. Food was really good, servant was very helpful and she was trying to accommodate our wishes through recommending mix of dishes that wouldn’t increase the price yet give us what we want as a group. Really appreciate their openness and friendly approach. Their tea is very recommended after the delicious heavy dishes they have. Both food and experience were excellent would highly recommend it.
Good experience overall, the food was good and the staff were attentive🙌🏻 Koobideh wasn’t the best I had but Chenjeh was alright👍🏻 The mixed platter on the starter menu is a great way to taste some favourite dishes, minus the homous… that could be swapped with Mast-o-moosir which is a more authentic Persian starter/side🤔 Also not too sure about the deserts menu, only two options and the Baklava was a bit dry
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