Villa Mamas London is a fully halal restaurant at 25–27 Elystan Street in Chelsea. Chef Roaya Saleh created the original Villa Mamas in Bahrain as an extension of her home kitchen, and the London restaurant shares that warmth through Gulf recipes shaped by Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and Persian influences.
Fresh salads combine rocket, pomegranate, herbs, fruit, feta and tahini, while hummus, labneh, stuffed vine leaves and grilled halloumi provide familiar sharing plates. Sourdough naan with zaatar or mahyawa brings a distinctly Bahraini accent to the bread selection.
Bahraini chicken machbous pairs spiced chicken with fragrant rice and tomato daqoos sauce. Slow braised lamb shank, chicken biryani, seabass sayadieh, herb stews and saffron rice show the range of Gulf and Persian cooking, while cauliflower and vegetable dishes provide substantial meat free alternatives.
Saffron ice cream, rice pudding and Um Ali continue the aromatic use of rosewater, cardamom, pistachio and nuts into dessert. Cocktails, mocktails, tea and coffee support the meal, while set lunches, catering and a generous Azeema sharing spread suit both everyday dining and larger occasions.
Address: 25–27 Elystan Street, Chelsea, London SW3 3NT, United Kingdom
Villa Mama’s London Menu
Salads
Villa Mamas Salad
Quinoa Tabbouleh
A fresh twist on the classic, featuring fluffy quinoa tossed with vibrant parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a zesty lemon and pomegranate dressing.
Crispy Kale & Apple Salad
Crispy Jackson kale, paired with tangy Granny Smith apples, drizzled with our signature tahini sauce, and topped with roasted pine nuts.
Chef`s Salad
Afnanetoo Salad
Starters
Vegan Hummus
A velvety blend of chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of roasted pine nuts. Served with warm tandoor bread for the perfect dip
Prawn Crocket
Crispy, golden-brown crocket made with succulent dried and fresh prawns, seasoned with aromatic spices, and served with a tangy tamarind sauce
Eggplant Explosion
Fried eggplant topped with caramelized onions, mint, crispy walnuts, and drizzled with whey sauce
Chicken Mathrooba
A traditional Gulf dish of slow-cooked chicken, rice and herbs spiced and hand beaten to achieve a smooth texture that will melt your heart
Bowl of Mixed Marinated Olives
Baba`s Tikka & Hummus
Black lime-spiced lamb tikka paired with creamy hummus, honoring Chef Roaya’s father “Alsayyed” and his timeless recipe
Baba Ganoush
Cherry, Feta & Lamb Kofta
Chef Roaya’s twist on the Armenian cherry kebab: grilled kofta with feta cheese, served on mashed potatoes, drizzled with house-made cherry molasses garnished with fresh cranberries
Bread
Sourdough Naan with Zaatar
Warm bread topped with aromatic seasoning and olive oil
Homemade Khubus
freshly baked tandoor bread
Mains
Lara`s Pasta
Elbow pasta in a light tomato sauce, topped with grilled chicken, crispy potato strands, and a generous touch of Parmesan
Qurma Sabzi Vegetarian
A hearty and aromatic stew of slow-cooked herbs, kidney beans, and dried limes, simmered to perfection and served with saffron-infused basmati rice.
Cauliflower Garden
Perfectly caramelized roasted cauliflower, topped with our special tahini dressing, pomegranate rubies, and crispy chips.
Tangy Nutty Chicken
Chef Roaya’s twist on the classic Persian Fesenjoon, featuring tender grilled chicken in a velvety pomegranate and walnut sauce, paired with crispy potatoes and rich saffron basmati rice
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Juicy grilled chicken tenders served with smooth, creamy hummus, topped with a sprinkle of crispy potatoes and pomegranate rubies
Chili Roni
Elbow pasta in spicy Bahraini ragout, topped with crispy potatoes for a flavorful and crunchy twist
Chicken Tahchin
Persian-style baked rice layered with saffron, yogurt-marinated chicken, and a crisp golden crust
Seabass Sayadieh
A classic Middle Eastern fish dish served over spiced rice with caramelised onions accompanied by tahini sauce
Mozat Laham
Slow-braised lamb shank served with a rich vermicelli rice
Bahraini Chicken Machbous
A traditional Gulf dish with spiced chicken served over fragrant rice, garnished with fresh herbs accompanied by our famous tomato daqoos sauce
Chicken Dum Biriyani
A fragrant blend of tender chicken and basmati rice slow-cooked with Villa Mamas’ signature garam masala, topped with roasted cashews and a boiled egg.
Desserts
Sticky Date Pudding
cake of the day
Um Ali
A warm and comforting Egyptian croissant pudding layered with nuts and cream
Mocktails
Mango Mule
cucumber / ginger beer / mango puree / golden syrup / lime juice / angostura bitters
Mama`s Apple Pie
Lyre’s non-alcoholic orange ‘sec’ / apple, cardamom & cinnamon reduction / apple juice / golden syrup
Apple Ginger Mojito
Cocktails
Peach & Passion
peach / passionfruit / white rum
Strawberry Mojito
strawberry / mint / chia seeds / white rum / soda water
Mama`s Apple Pie
rum / apple, cardamom & cinnamon reduction / apple juice / golden syrup