Faraya is a Lebanese restaurant on Old Brompton Road in South Kensington, bringing warm hospitality and a broad taste of Lebanon to this busy part of London. The dining room balances tradition with a contemporary neighbourhood feel, making it welcoming for breakfast, a casual lunch or a generous evening meal. Dishes are prepared to order and the menu is designed for both individual plates and the sociable sharing that defines Lebanese dining.
Cold mezze includes smooth houmous, smoky moutabbal, peppery muhammara, vine leaves and oil cured baby aubergines filled with walnuts, red pepper and garlic. Hot starters add falafel, lamb kibbeh, halloumi, arayes and batata harra, alongside pastries filled with spinach, cheese or minced lamb. Mixed and vegetarian mezze platters bring several of these dishes together for an easy introduction to the kitchen.
The charcoal grill leads the main courses, with shish taouk, lamb kafta and a mixed grill of chicken, lamb and minced lamb served with rice. Grilled salmon offers a seafood alternative, while breakfast choices include labneh with olive oil and thyme, foul medames, shakshouka and Lebanese bread filled with cheese and za’atar. Fresh fattoush, tabbouleh and Lebanese salad add crisp herbs, vegetables and bright lemon dressing to the table.
Traditional sweets provide a fitting finish, from syrupy baklawa to delicate milk pudding and warm konafeh topped with syrup. Fresh orange, mango and lemonade sit beside ayran and the restaurant’s fruit cocktail, while Lebanese wines complement the mezze and grilled dishes. Faraya’s range gives diners the freedom to stop for a light plate or settle in for a complete meal shared across the table.
Address: 55 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, London SW7 3JS, United Kingdom