Earl's Court and West Kensington share a dining area that is more varied than its main roads first suggest. Around the Underground stations, quick meals and familiar chains sit beside long-running family restaurants; farther towards Brook Green, Olympia and the residential streets, independent pasta kitchens, Lebanese dining rooms and serious pubs come into view. The result is a useful neighbourhood for almost any plan, provided you choose for the occasion rather than simply taking the nearest table.
Earl's Court and West Kensington bring together a notably varied group of neighbourhood restaurants within a compact part of west London. The choice runs from two very different Thai restaurants and a polished Indian kitchen to Persian charcoal cooking, fresh pasta, Lebanese mezze and seasonal British pub food. Some are ideal for a casual weeknight meal, while others are better for a family gathering, Sunday lunch or a relaxed dinner after an event at Olympia.
Use the live Happy Menu panels below to compare current dishes and prices before travelling. Menus, specials and availability can change, especially at independent restaurants and pubs that cook seasonally. Tell the restaurant about allergies directly, check the service times if you are working around a show or train, and reserve ahead for a larger group. Those small steps make it much easier to match the area's considerable variety to the meal you actually want.

Addie's Thai Cafe
Addie's Thai Cafe is an excellent all-round Thai choice, especially for diners willing to move beyond the most familiar curry and noodle orders. The restaurant has served Earl's Court for many years, and its lasting appeal comes through most clearly in seafood, raw salads and assertive seasoning. It suits an informal dinner with friends who are comfortable sharing.
Goong numpla, made with raw prawns and a hot, sharp dressing, sets the tone for a more adventurous order. The deep-fried whole sea bass with chilli is a natural centrepiece, while papaya salad, grilled pork neck or a basil-led kra pao dish add different textures around it. Massaman beef and pad thai provide gentler anchors for mixed appetites. Ask staff to calibrate the chilli rather than assuming a generic heat level, and check the total before ordering a whole fish when size affects the final cost.
Address: 121 Earls Court Road, London SW5 9RL
Addie's Thai Cafe Menu
Starter
POH PIA TOD
Deep fried spring rolls stuffed with crystal noodles, cabbage, carrot, onion and mushroom served with sweet chilli sauce
KANOM JEEB
Steamed minced prawn and pork dumpling served with light sweet soy sauce
SATAY GAI
Grilled marinated chicken on skewers with peanut sauce and cucumber relish
THAI FISH CAKE
Deep fried Thai fish cakes served with crushed peanuts in sweet chilli sauce
TEMPURA PRAWN
Deep fried battered king prawns served with sweet chilli sauce
TOD MUN KHAI
Deep fried minced chicken cake with red curry paste served with sweet chilli sauce
CRISPY TOFU
Deep fried bean curd served with sweet chilli sauce and crushed peanuts
THAI PRAWN TOAST
Deep fried marinated minced prawn on toast with sesame seeds
MIXED STARTER
A selection of spring roll, fish cake, satay, prawn toast and prawn tempura
VEGETARIAN MIXED STARTER
A selection of vegetarian spring roll, tofu satay, corn cake, vegetable tempura and tofu toast
Soup
TOM YUM GOONG
Hot & sour soup with king prawns, mushroom, lemongrass, galangal and lime leaves
TOM YUM GAI
Hot & sour soup with chicken, mushroom, lemongrass, galangal and lime leaves
TOM YUM VEG
Hot & sour soup with mixed vegetables, tofu, mushroom, lemongrass, galangal and lime leaves
TOM KHA GAI
Coconut soup with chicken, mushroom, galangal, lemongrass and lime leaves
TOM KHA GOONG
Coconut soup with king prawns, mushroom, galangal, lemongrass and lime leaves
Salad
SOM TUM THAI
Green papaya salad with peanut, tomato, long bean, dried shrimp and chilli in lime dressing
SOM TUM PLA RA
Green papaya salad with fermented fish, crab, peanut, tomato, long bean, dried shrimp and chilli in lime dressing
LARB GAI
Spicy minced chicken salad with roasted rice, chilli, mint and coriander in lime dressing
NAM TOK MOO
Spicy grilled pork salad with roasted rice, chilli, mint and coriander in lime dressing
YUM NEAU
Spicy grilled beef salad with roasted rice, chilli, mint and coriander in lime dressing
YUM WOON SEN
Spicy glass noodle salad with minced pork, prawn, onion, tomato and celery in lime dressing
Curries
GAENG KEAW WAN GAI
Green curry with chicken, coconut milk, aubergine and sweet basil
GAENG KEAW WAN NEAU
Green curry with beef, coconut milk, aubergine and sweet basil
GAENG DANG GAI
Red curry with chicken, coconut milk, bamboo shoot and sweet basil
GAENG DANG NEAU
Red curry with beef, coconut milk, bamboo shoot and sweet basil
GAENG PANANG GAI
Panang curry with chicken, coconut milk and kaffir lime leaves
GAENG PANANG NEAU
Panang curry with beef, coconut milk and kaffir lime leaves
MASSAMAN GAI
Mild Massaman curry with chicken, coconut milk, potato, onion and peanut
MASSAMAN NEAU
Mild Massaman curry with beef, coconut milk, potato, onion and peanut
ROASTED DUCK CURRY
Red curry with roasted duck, coconut milk, pineapple, cherry tomato and sweet basil
JUNGLE CURRY
Traditional hot & spicy curry without coconut milk with mixed vegetables and choice of meat
Stir Fry
PAD KRAPRAO GAI
Stir fried minced chicken with chilli, garlic and holy basil
PAD KRAPRAO MOO
Stir fried minced pork with chilli, garlic and holy basil
PAD KRAPRAO NEAU
Stir fried minced beef with chilli, garlic and holy basil
PAD MED MAMUANG
Stir fried chicken with cashew nuts, onion, pepper and dried chilli
PAD PRIEW WAN
Sweet & sour stir fried chicken with pineapple, cucumber, tomato, pepper and onion
PAD NAM MAN HOY
Stir fried beef with oyster sauce, onion, spring onion and mushroom
PAD KING
Stir fried chicken with ginger, mushroom, onion and spring onion
PAD PAK RUAM
Stir fried mixed vegetables with garlic and soy sauce
PAD BROCCOLI
Stir fried broccoli with garlic and oyster sauce
Noodles & Rice
PAD THAI GAI
Stir fried rice noodles with chicken, egg, bean sprout, chive and crushed peanuts
PAD THAI GOONG
Stir fried rice noodles with king prawns, egg, bean sprout, chive and crushed peanuts
PAD SEE EW
Stir fried flat rice noodles with egg, broccoli and soy sauce
PAD KEE MAO
Spicy stir fried flat rice noodles with chilli, garlic, vegetables and holy basil
PAD WOON SEN
Stir fried glass noodles with egg and vegetables
KHAO PAD GAI
Fried rice with chicken, egg, tomato, onion and spring onion
KHAO PAD GOONG
Fried rice with king prawns, egg, tomato, onion and spring onion
KHAO PAD PAK
Fried rice with egg and mixed vegetables
Rice & Side
STEAMED JASMINE RICE
Steamed Thai jasmine rice
STICKY RICE
Steamed Thai sticky rice
EGG FRIED RICE
Fried rice with egg and onion
ROTI
Pan fried Thai roti
STEAMED NOODLES
Steamed rice noodles
Drinks
Thai Iced Tea
Coke

Mali Vegan Thai Restaurant
Mali Vegan Thai is a small family-run restaurant that treats plant-based cooking as part of a Thai tradition rather than a dietary afterthought. Its cooking draws on family recipes and the meat-free food associated with Thailand's Jay festival, giving the menu a clear point of view. The compact Hogarth Place setting is suited to couples, solo diners and small groups, while the breadth of its current customer response makes it a dependable recommendation for vegans and curious omnivores alike.
Pad see ew and pad thai offer familiar noodles, but the kitchen becomes more distinctive with drunken noodles, tom yum soup and dishes built around crisp vegan pork or vegan fish. Green curry is fragrant and direct, while massaman brings a sweeter, nutty depth; morning glory is a useful green counterpoint to either. Start with one classic and one less familiar plate to share. Chilli, peanuts, soy and gluten run through different preparations, so serious allergies still need a direct conversation despite the fully vegan menu.
Address: 5A Hogarth Place, London SW5 0QT
Mali Vegan Thai Restaurant Menu
SMALL DISH
Gui Chai Krob (กุยช่ายกรอบ)
Crispy Chinese chive cake served with sweet chilli soy sauce dip. Allergens: Gluten, Soy
Gyo Grob Luk Sa Pai (เกี๋ยวกรอบลูกสะใภ้)
Deep fried dumpling in sweet & sour tamarind sauce. Allergens: Soy, Gluten
Satay Hed & Tao Hoo (สะเต๊ะเห็ดกับเต้าหู้ )
Shitake mushroom and tofu skewers marinated with Chef Pam’s family recipe of Satay Sauce. Allergens: Peanut, Soy, Mustard & Celery
Por Pia Krob (ปอเปี๊ยะกรอบ)
Crispy Spring Roll filled with stir fried assorted vegetable & vermicelli. Allergens: Gluten & Soy
Som Tum Thai (ส้มตำไทย)
Green Papaya Salad with tomato, carrot, fine bean & peanut. Allergens: Peanut, Soy
Larb Gai Pop (ลาบไก่ป็อบ)
Spicy vegan chicken popcorn salad with shimiji mushroom. Allergens: Soy & Gluten
Pla Muek Tip Yang (ปลาหมึกทิพย์ย่าง)
Grilled ‘imaginary calamari (king oyster mushroom)’ with thai seafood dipping sauce. Allergens: Soy & Gluten
Naem Nueng (แหนมเนือง)
Grilled vegan meatball served with rice paper wrap, fresh herbs and a rich fermented soy & peanut dipping sauce. Allergens: Gluten, Soy, Sesame & Peanut
SOUP & CURRY
Tom Yam Hed (ต้มยำเห็ดรวม)
Our favourite hot & sour tom yum soup with assorted mushroom. Allergens: Soy
Tom Kha Hed (ต้มข่าเห็ด)
Spicy & sour coconut milk soup with assorted mushroom. Allergens: Soy
Gaeng Keow Waan (แกงเขียวหวานไก่ทิพย์)
Vegan “chicken” green curry with courgette. Allergens: Gluten, Soy
Gaeng Massaman (แกงมัสมั่นถั่วลูกไก่)
Chickpea Massaman Curry with potato, red onion, carrot & pumpkin. Allergens: Soy
Panang Nuea Steak Tip (แพนงเนื้อเสต็กทิพย์)
Vegan steak with red panang curry sauce. Allergens: Soy & Gluten
STIR FRY
Pla Tip Pad Prik (ปลาทิพย์ผัดผักบุ้ง)
Vegan fish stir fried with chilli & morning glory - Please notify our team for GF version. Allergens: Soy & Gluten
Ka Prow Moo Krob Tip (กะเพราหมูกรอบทิทย์)
Holy basil and vegan “crispy pork” stir fried with chilli & Mekhong Thai Spirit. Allergens: Soy, Gluten & Sesame
Pad Ma Khia Muang (ผัดมะเขือม่วงหมูสับทิพย์)
Aubergine stir fried with vegan “minced pork” & sweet basil. Allergens: Soy, Gluten, Sulphites
Sam Moo Tip Kua Prik (สามหมูทิพย์คั่วพริก)
Vegan crispy pork, Omni mince & vegan pork crackling stir-fried with garlic & chilli. Allergens: Soy, Gluten & Sesame
Pla Salmon Rad Prik (ปลาแซลมอนทิพย์ราดพริก)
Vegan salmon with fresh chilli sauce. Allergen: Gluten
RICE & NOODLE
Pad Thai (ผัดไทยฟองเต้าหู้กรอบ)
Stir fried noodle with crispy bean curd skin in pad Thai sauce. Allergens: Soy & Peanut (as a condiment)
Pad Kee Mao (ก๋วยเตี๋ยวผัดขี้เมาเป็ดทิพย์ )
Drunken noodle with vegan “duck”, holy basil, mushroom, & fresh peppercorn. Allergens: Soy & Gluten
Namtok Noodle Soup with Braised Vegan Beef (ก๋วยเตี๊ยวนำ้ตกเนื้อตุ๋น)
Namtok Noodle soup with braised vegan beef, mushroom meat & vegan pork crackling. Spicy version is available. Allergens: Soy, Gluten, Mustard, Sulphites
Namtok Noodle with Tofu & Mushroom (ก๋วยเตี๊ยวนำ้ตกเต้าหู้เห็ด)
Namtok Noodle with fried tofu & braised shitake mushroom. Allergens: Soy, Gluten & Sulphites
Mama Je Oat (มาม่าเจ๊โอ๊ต)
Fiery tom yum soup with mama noodle with vegan crispy pork, Omni crab, vegan mince & special chilli paste. Allergens: Soy, Gluten, Mustard & Sesame
Kao Soi Nuea (ข้าวซอยเนื้อทิพย์)
Northern Yellow Curry Noodle with braised 'Redefine Meat' beef frank, pickled mustard and red onion. Allergens: Soy, Mustard, Celery, Wheat & Sulphite
Kao Soi (ข้าวซอย)
Northern Yellow Curry Noodle with assorted tofu, shitake mushroom, pickled mustard and red onion. Allergens: Soy, Mustard, Celery, Wheat & Sulphite
Kao Pad Nuea Kem Tip (ข้าวผัดเนื้อเค็มทิพย์)
Stir fried rice with vegan salted beef and varieties of vegetable. Allergens: Soy & Gluten
Pad Si EW (ผัดซีอิ๋วเนื้อทิพย์)
Stir fried rice noodle with vegan beef and greens. Allergens: Gluten & Soy
Kao Hom Mali (ข้าวหอมมะลิ)
Steamed Jasmine Rice
Kao Riceberry (ข้าวไรซ์เบอร์รี่)
ข้าวไรซ์เบอรรี่
Kao Neaw (ข้าวเหนียว)
Sticky Rice
DESSERT
Kao Neaw I-Tim Mamuang (ข้าวเหนียวไอติมมะม่วง)
Golden mango ice cream with sweet sticky rice and coconut jelly cube – GF
Kluai Buad Chee (กล้วยบวดชี)
Banana, in sweet coconut sauce, coconut meat & chips

Yatri West Kensington
Yatri brings a polished but approachable style of Indian cooking to North End Road. Its menu uses the idea of a journey through India's regions without turning dinner into a geography lesson: tandoor cooking, chaat, rich curries and breads can all be combined into a coherent shared meal. The recently updated menu makes it a good choice for a date, a family dinner or a group that wants several levels of spice.
Railway Chicken Curry is the house dish to build around, pairing a deeply seasoned sauce with the comfort of a traditional curry-house main. Add a tandoor plate for smoke, then use dhal and naan to soften the meal without making it monotonous. Chaat gives acidity and crunch at the start, while a mixed tikka selection works when the table wants to sample rather than commit to one protein. Ask how the kitchen distinguishes chilli heat from aromatic spice, and flag dairy, nuts and gluten before choosing marinades or breads.
Address: 297 North End Road, London W14 9NS
Yatri West Kensington Menu
Small plates
Bhel puri chaat
Puffed rice tossed with onion, chickpeas & a variety of chutneys.
Paneer kali mirch
Indian cheese marinated in home ground spices & cooked in a tandoor
Samosa chaat
Lip smacking chaat made with variety of chutneys.
Vegetable samosa
Served with homemade chutneys.
Onion bhaji
Crispy onion fritters. (coated in gram flour, mixed with onions & spices.)
Lamb samosa
Spiced up minced lamb filling in a crispy samosa pastry served with chutneys.
Yatri’s chicken tikka
Using a family recipe, chicken marinated & cooked in a tandoor
Nilgiri sheekh kabab
(minced lamb with kabab) cooked in a tandoor.
Dhaniya adaraki champ
Lamb chops marinated with coriander & ginger and cooked in a tandoor.
Macchi tikka
Fish is called macchi in india. Tilapia marinated & cooked in tandoor.
Fish pakora
Spiced gram flour battered tilapia fish.
Tandoori prawns
Prawns delicately marinated in yoghurt and spices, cooked in a tandoor.
Mains
Mughlai kadhai lamb
Slow cooked lamb with tomatoes, garlic & garam masala
Lamb hari mirch
Slow cooked lamb chunks with fresh green chillies & garlic in a tomato-based sauce
Tofu tawa masala
Tofu cooked on a tawa (flat pan) with rustic masala curry sauce.
Paneer butter masala
What if i told you “paneer butter masala” is both the name of the dish and ingredients!
Baigan bartha
Tandoor roasted aubergine curry with green onion, peas and tomatoes.
Korma your way
Chicken or paneer cooked in a korma sauce.
Lasooni palak paneer or chicken
Tender paneer or chicken cooked with spinach & tempered with fresh garlic.
Bombay aloo
Potato pieces tossed with cumin seeds, nuts, ginger, peanuts & coriander.
Chef special gujarati undhiyu
Dal tadkewali
A staple in every indian household. Protein packed vegan yellow lentils boiled and tempered with red chillies, garlic and onion.
Black dal
The ultimate comfort food. Black lentils slow cooked for hours with spices to form a rich and creamy texture.
Dal palak
Protein packed lentils with spinach & garlic.
Sides & bites
Basket of papadums
Served with varieties of homemade chutneys.
Potato chips
Kachumber salad
Chopped onions, tomatoes, carrot, cucumber with green chillies.
Cucumber raita
Red onion laccha salad
Bread & rice
Plain naan
Freshly baked in a tandoor
Butter naan
Garlic naan
Naan with finely chopped garlic and fresh coriander.
Garlic & chilli naan
Naan with finely chopped garlic, chillies, and fresh coriander
Peshawari naan
Naan bread stuffed with mixed nuts and finely grated coconut
Cheese naan
Baked naan bread filled with grated cheddar & mozzarella cheese.
Yatri’s biryani
A choice of chicken, lamb or mixed vegetables biryani served with a raita.
Steamed basmati rice
Jeera rice
Cumin tempered rice
Mushroom rice
Egg fried rice

Mohsen Restaurant
Mohsen is a busy Persian restaurant near Kensington Olympia where charcoal cooking, rice and bread carry as much importance as the meat itself. The room is practical and animated rather than formal, and the menu rewards a larger table that can divide warm bread, vegetable starters, grills and a stew. The broad menu rewards ordering with purpose rather than defaulting to a mixed grill.
Fresh naan arrives from the oven and is excellent with panir and herbs, smoky mirza ghasemi or aubergine-rich kashk bademjan. From the grill, koobideh gives the best introduction to seasoned minced lamb, while lamb chops and chicken offer contrasting cuts for a shared platter. Saffron rice matters here, so leave room for it; a Persian stew provides a slower-cooked alternative to the skewers. Faloodeh makes a refreshing finish. Portions can be generous, and ordering starters in stages avoids covering the table before the bread is at its best.
Address: 152 Warwick Road, London W14 8PS
Mohsen Menu
APPETISERS
NAAN (V)
Freshly made Persian bread sprinkled with sesame seeds
SALAD SHIRAZI (V)
Finely chopped cucumber, tomato and onion mixed with lemon dressing
MAST O KHIAR (V)
Yoghurt with finely chopped cucumber and mint
MAST O MUSIR (V)
Yoghurt with shallots
HUMMUS (V)
Purée of chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice and garlic
KASHKE BADEMJAN (V)
Smoked aubergine with garlic, mint and kashk
MIRZA GHASEMI (V)
Smoked aubergine with egg, garlic and tomato
DOLMEH (V)
Vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs
OLIVIEH
Persian chicken and potato salad
CHICKEN WINGS
4 Pieces of grilled chicken wings marinated in yoghurt and saffron
GRILLS
KOOBIDEH
Two skewers of minced lamb served with grilled tomato and saffron rice
BARG
One skewer of marinated lamb fillet served with grilled tomato and saffron rice
CHENJEH
One skewer of marinated lamb rump served with grilled tomato and saffron rice
SHISHLIK
One skewer of marinated lamb chops served with grilled tomato and saffron rice
JOOJEH (Boneless)
One skewer of marinated chicken breast served with grilled tomato and saffron rice
JOOJEH (On the bone)
One skewer of marinated chicken on the bone served with grilled tomato and saffron rice
VEGGI GRILLS (V)
Grilled selection of seasonal vegetables served with saffron rice
MAKHSOOS
Combination of one skewer of koobideh and one skewer of barg served with grilled tomato and saffron rice
TRADITIONAL DISHES
GHORMEH SABZI
Lamb stew with herbs, red kidney beans and dried lime served with saffron rice
FESENJAN
Chicken stew with ground walnuts and pomegranate sauce served with saffron rice
ZERESHK POLO BA MORGH
Saffron rice mixed with barberries served with chicken
BAGHALI POLO BA MAHICHEH
Dill and broad bean rice served with lamb shank
GHEYMEH
Lamb stew with split peas and dried lime served with saffron rice
GHEYMEH BADEMJAN
Lamb and aubergine stew with split peas and dried lime served with saffron rice
KHORESHT-E KARAFS
Lamb stew with celery and herbs served with saffron rice
LOBIYA POLO
Rice cooked with green beans, tomatoes and minced lamb
RICE DISHES
CHELO
Plain steamed saffron rice
ZERESHK POLO
Saffron rice mixed with barberries
BAGHALI POLO
Dill and broad bean rice
SABZI POLO
Rice mixed with fresh herbs
SIDES
CHIPS
Portion of chips
TORSHI
Mixed Persian pickles
SABZI KHORDAN
Fresh herbs and radish
DESSERTS
BAKLAVA
Persian layered pastry with nuts and syrup
FALOODEH
Traditional Persian rose water sorbet with rice noodles
ICE CREAM
Persian saffron and pistachio ice cream

Pentolina
Pentolina is a compact Brook Green restaurant built around handmade pasta and the regional instincts of an independent Italian kitchen. It feels personal rather than theatrical, which makes it particularly appealing for a quiet date or a meal where conversation matters. Careful pasta work is the main attraction, with vegetable dishes and desserts extending the kitchen's range. Reservations are sensible because the dining room is small and the restaurant's reputation exceeds its number of tables.
Pappardelle with lamb-shoulder ragù shows the kitchen's strength with slow-cooked sauces and broad ribbons, while seasonal filled pasta or courgette tagliatelle can provide a lighter contrast. A duck salad, 'nduja pasta and a goat's-cheese and pistachio cake show the kind of dishes that may appear, though the exact selection changes. Treat those as prompts to inspect the current menu rather than guaranteed orders. Choose two different pasta shapes between a pair and share; ask about the daily preparation if egg, dairy, nuts or gluten affect the table.
Address: 71 Blythe Road, London W14 0HP
Pentolina Brook Green Menu
Starters
Vellutata di Zucca Gialla
Butternut Squash and Leek
Zuppetta di Polpo alla Pantesca
"Tortelli" di Bresaola
Bresaola Filled with La Tur Cheese and Fresh Chives, Salad Leaves, Balsamic Vinegar, Shaved Parmesan
Pappa col Pomodoro
Polpo e Patate
Vellutata di Piselli
Zucca e Burrata
Capesante Saltate in Padella
Ribollita
Insalata di Finocchi
Prosciutto e Melone
Main courses
Lasagna con i Funghi
Fresh Mushroom Lasagna with Breadcrumb and Parmesan Crust (v)
Paccheri con le Alici
Paccheri Pasta with Cetara's Anchovies, Chilli, Garlic and Oregano
Desserts
Torta di Mandorle
Panna Cotta ai Lamponi

The Curtains Up
The Curtains Up is a handsome residential pub that places food at the centre of the visit without losing the ease of a neighbourhood local. Its seasonal British menu, comfortable dining spaces and position near Barons Court make it useful for a relaxed supper, drinks with a proper meal or Sunday lunch. The pub can be lively at popular times, and its menu provides more range than a simple collection of pub standards. It is one of the best options here when a mixed group wants familiarity handled with care.
Ox-cheek and blue-cheese croquettes make a rich opening, while a mackerel salad can take the meal in a brighter direction. Sausages with mash and fish and chips cover the comforting classics; seasonal trout or another changing main is the better choice for diners who want the kitchen's current ideas. Sunday is built around roasts with the expected trimmings, so book ahead if that is the purpose of the visit. Finish with sticky toffee pudding when appetite allows, and check the day's menu because dishes and supporting vegetables move with the season.
Address: 28A Comeragh Road, London W14 9HR
The Curtains Up Menu
Bar Snacks
Crushed Avocado on Toast
sunblush tomatoes, basil, pickled red onion (v / ve*)
Soup of the Day
sourdough (v / ve*)
Beef Brisket Croquettes
smoked chilli mayo
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
sriracha mayo
Pork & Fennel Sausage Roll
piccalilli
Smoked Mackerel Pâté
pickled fennel, toasted sourdough
Mixed Olives
(ve)
Sourdough Bread & Butter
(v)
Skinny Fries
Chunky Chips
Mains
Curtains Up Cheeseburger
beer pickled onions, lettuce, tomato, gherkin, burger sauce, skinny fries
Plant Based Burger
vegan cheese, lettuce, tomato, gherkin, burger sauce, skinny fries (ve)
Ale Battered Haddock & Chips
mushy peas, tartare sauce
Pie of the Day
creamy mash, seasonal greens, gravy
8oz Sirloin Steak
chunky chips, grilled tomato, watercress, peppercorn sauce
Chicken Caesar Salad
cos lettuce, anchovies, croutons, parmesan, Caesar dressing
Roasted Cauliflower Steak
chickpea & tomato ragù, tahini yoghurt, pomegranate, toasted almonds (v / ve*)
Sandwiches
Available Monday - Friday 12pm - 4pm
Fish Finger Sandwich
lettuce, tartare sauce, white bloomer, skinny fries
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
lettuce, sriracha mayo, brioche bun, skinny fries
Mature Cheddar & Chutney Sandwich
white bloomer, skinny fries (v)
Sides
Seasonal Greens
(v / ve*)
House Salad
(v / ve*)
Onion Rings
(v)
Puddings
Sticky Toffee Pudding
butterscotch sauce, vanilla ice cream (v)
Chocolate Brownie
vanilla ice cream (v)
Ice Cream & Sorbet Selection
ask for today’s flavours (v)

Chez Abir Lebanese Restaurant
Chez Abir is a family-run Lebanese restaurant whose understated Blythe Road dining room keeps attention on generous, traditional cooking. A current professional assessment highlights its welcoming service and well-presented home-style food, while the official menu shows unusual depth across hot and cold mezze, grills, stuffed vegetables and stews. It is especially good for a family meal or a group that enjoys assembling dinner from many small plates instead of assigning everyone a separate starter and main.
Begin with hummus, smoky moutabal and tabbouleh, then add spinach fatayer or falafel for contrast. The house kellaj folds halloumi into Lebanese bread before grilling, while kibbeh, makanek sausages and chicken livers make the hot-mezze section more substantial. For a main, kofta, shish taouk or a mixed grill suits a sharing table; okra stew provides a vegetable-led alternative. The stuffed lamb and baked stuffed dishes show the restaurant's domestic side. Order gradually, and discuss sesame, nuts, dairy and gluten because a large mezze spread can hide several overlapping allergens.
Address: 34 Blythe Road, London W14 0HA
Chez Abir Restaurant Menu
Most Popular
Hummus (Vegetarian)
Chickpeas puree with sesame paste and lemon juice.
Moutabal (Vegetarian)
Grilled aubergine puree mixed with sesame paste and lemon juice.
Falafel (Vegetarian)
Deep fried broad bean and fine herb croquettes mixture, served with tahini sauce.
Kibbeh Maklieh
Deep fried lamb meatballs mixed with cracked wheat and spices, filled with sauteed minced meat and onions.
Cheese Sambousek (Vegetarian)
Deep-fried Lebanese pastry filled with feta cheese.
Cold Mezze
Hummus (Vegetarian)
Chickpeas puree with sesame paste and lemon juice.
Moutabal (Vegetarian)
Grilled aubergine puree mixed with sesame paste and lemon juice.
Tabouleh (Vegetarian)
Finley chopped parsley with tomato, fresh mint, onion, cracked wheat, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Vine Leaves (Vegetarian)
Vine leaves stuffed with rice, tomato, parsley, mint, and onion cooked in lemon juice and olive oil.
Labneh (Vegetarian)
Creamy strained yogurt served with dried mint and extra virgin olive oil.
Mosaka (Vegetarian)
Baked aubergines cooked with tomato, onion, chickpeas, sweet peppers, and spices.
Loubieh Bzeit (Vegetarian)
French green beans cooked with tomato, onions, and olive oil.
Bamieh Bzeit (Vegetarian)
Okra cooked with tomato, onions, and olive oil.
Makdous (Vegetarian)
Baby aubergine pressed in olive oil stuffed with walnut, pepper, and garlic.
Foul B'zeit (Vegetarian)
Fresh broad beans with coriander and garlic cooked in olive oil.
Shanklish (Vegetarian)
Lebanese cheese salad with chopped tomatoes, onions, parsley, and olive oil.
Bastorma
Thin slices of cured smoked beef fillet covered with special spices.
Raheb Salad
Grilled aubergines, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, lemon juice and olive oil.
Hot Mezze and Soup
Hummus Awarma
Chickpeas puree with sesame paste and lemon juice, topped with diced lamb and pine nuts.
Falafel (Vegetarian)
Deep fried broad bean and fine herb croquettes mixture, served with tahini sauce.
Grills
Chicken Cubes (Shish Taouk)
Lamb Cubes (Lahem Meshwi)
Kofta
Chicken Liver
Halloumi Cheese (Vegetarian)
Sujok (Spicy Sausages)
Salads
Lebanese salad
Lettuce with a selection of seasonal salad.
Fattoush
Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, summak, mint, onion, croutons, lemon juice & ...

Orjowan
Orjowan offers a broader, livelier Lebanese experience close to Earl's Court station. Its stone oven, brought from Lebanon, gives bread and mana'eesh a central role, while the menu stretches from cold mezze to charcoal grills and large shared plates. The restaurant works well for families and groups because there is plenty of familiar food alongside dishes that reward exploration. A considered shared order is wiser than filling the table immediately, particularly for diners keeping an eye on value.
Warm bread from the oven is the starting point, ready for hummus, moutabal and crisp-edged falafel. Add a parsley-bright tabbouleh or fattoush before moving to grilled chicken, lamb or kofta. Mana'eesh provides a faster, more bread-led meal, while mixed mezze is useful for a group that wants breadth without debating every plate. Ask staff which dishes are intended as individual portions and which genuinely feed several people. Charcoal items and breads are best eaten promptly, so space the order instead of requesting every course at once.
Address: 6–8 Kenway Road, London SW5 0RR
Orjowan Menu
SOUPS & SALADS
CHICKEN SOUP
home-made chicken soup
LENTIL SOUP
H ome-made Lebanese lentil soup garnished with Lebanese croutons & lemon
YOGURT & MINT SALAD (VEGETARIAN)
Creamy blend of Yoghurt and mint mixed with diced fresh cucumber
TOMATO & ONION SALAD
Fresh tomatoes, onions, mint dressed in lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil
ORJOWAN HERB SALAD (VEGAN)
Romaine lettuce mixed with a selection of fresh herbs, onions and served in lemon and extra virgin olive oil dressing
ROCKET SALAD
Fresh rocket leaves and onions dressed in lemon and extra virgin olive oil
SALATA JABALIYE (LEBANESE MOUNTAIN SALAD)
Romaine lettuce, cucumber, red and green peppers, and radish dressed with lemon and extra virgin olive oil
FATTOUCHE
Mixed salad topped with sumac and toasted Lebanese bread in a special house dressing
TABBOULI
Finely chopped parsley, tomatoes and onions, with a zesty lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil dressing
SALATA HARRAH
Fresh green chillies slices, romaine lettuce with a mix of cucumber, tomato, red & green peppers, radish all mix in fresh lemon juice & extra virgin Olive oil
HALLOUMI CHEESE SALAD
Halloumi cheese cubes mixed with tomatoes, lettuce, olives, and cucumber with lemon and extra virgin olive oil dressing.
HOT MEZZE
SMALL SERVINGS, IDEAL FOR SHARING
MANAKEESH BEL ZAATAR (VEGAN)
Lebanese pizza ‘like’ topped with a blend of thyme herbs, toasted sesame seeds, sumac and extra virgin olive oil, baked in our stone oven.
KELLAJ
Lebanese flat bread topped with a special white cheese and baked fresh in our stone oven
LAHEM BIL AJIN
Lebanese pizza ‘like’ topped with a mixture of minced lamb, tomatoes, onions, and pine nuts then baked in our stone oven
SAMBOUSSIK CHEESE
Delicate pastry filled with a mix of three cheeses (Halloumi, Feta, &Goats Cheese) & parsley.
MOUJADDARA
Green lentils cooked with rice and onions, pureed then topped with caramelized onions.
SAMBOUSSIK LAHME
Delicate hand-made pastry filled with minced lamb and pine nuts and herbs.
CALAMARI
Slices of pacific ocean calamari battered & deep fried served with tartar sauce
ARAYES ORJOWAN
Homemade Lebanese bread filled with minced lamb, onion and parsley, then baked in our stone oven
LAHEM BEL AJIM
Lebanese flatbread topped with a mixture of minced lab, tomatoes, onions and pine nuts, then baked in our stone oven
SAWDET DEJAJ
Chicken liver, flambéed in lemon juice, and pomegranate syrup
JAWANEH
Chicken wings marinated overnight in lemon, garlic & rosemary then cooked on our charcoal grill
KIBBIE BATATA
Bulghar wheat & potato stuffed with spinach sauted in sumac, lemon & onion
KIBBIE
Minced lamb mixed with bulghar wheat, shaped into croquettes and filled with caramelized onions and pine nuts
BAMYEH
Okra cooked in a fresh garlic tomato sauce with onions and coriander
LOUBIEH BEL ZEIT
Green beans sautéed with sliced onions, garlic, simmered in fresh tomato chunks
MOUSAKA
Sautéed aubergines, onions, red and green peppers mixed with tomatoes, garlic and Chickpeas then baked in the oven to perfection
HALLOUMI
Cypriot white cheese cooked either charcoal grilled or deep fried
FATAYER (4 PCS)
Handmade pastry filled with Spinach and onions, then baked in our stone oven
FOUL MODAMMES
Fava beans simmered in garlic lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil
SPICY POTATOES
Diced and sautéed potatoes in extra virgin olive oil with chopped green chilly, garlic, coriander, and red peppers, green peppers
SOJOK
Home-made spicy sausages sautéed in extra virgin olive oil, tomatoes and lemon juice
KIBBIE BATATA
Minced Lamb mixed with Bulghar wheat to create a shell, then filled with lamb mince, caramelized onions and pine nuts
HOMMOUS SHAWARMA
Hommous topped with lamb or chicken shawarma
HOMMOUS AWARMA
Hommous topped with diced lamb fillet and mixed nuts
FALAFEL (4 PCS)
Chick peas mixed with Fava beans onion, garlic and fresh coriander deep fried
MAKANEK
Home-made Lebanese sausage links flambéed in lemon juice & olive oil (pomegranate molasses optional).
COLD MEZZE
SMALL SERVINGS, IDEAL FOR SHARING
HUMMUS
This is a tasty thick spread made from puree chick peas, served with extra virgin olive oil
MIXED OLIVES
A selection of green and black olives marinated in the Lebanese way
MOHAMMARA
Finely blended nuts with red peppers, bread crumbs, spices and olive oil
VINE LEAVES
Vine leaves stuffed with rice, tomatoes, parsley & onions then slowly cooked with lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil
MOUTABAL (BABA GHANOUJA)
Grilled aubergines blitzed with tahine, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil
KABEES
A selection of Lebanese pickles (cucumber, green chili and turnip)
MAKDOUS
Baby aubergines stuffed with red peppers, walnuts and crushed garlic, pickled in extra virgin olive oil
LABNEH
Strained yoghurt garnished with mint, topped with extra virgin olive oil (garlic optional)
HUMMUS BEIRUTY
Hummus blended with green chili, parsley and garlic served with extra virgin olive oil
BEITINJAN RAHIB
Smoked aubergines mixed with lemon, minced onions, garlic, red & green peppers then topped with a generous serving of extra virgin olive oil
FRESH BREAD
Daily baked bread in our oven.
VEGETARIAN MAINS
MOUSAKKA WITH RICE
Baked seasoned aubergine cooked with tomato and chick peas
BAMIEH WITH RICE
Okra cooked with tomato, fresh coriander and extra virgin olive oil
LOUBIEH WITH RICE
Green beans cooked with tomato and extra virgin olive oil
SEAFOOD MAINS
KING PRAWNS
Charcoal grilled and served with rice
SAYADIEH
Oven baked seabass fillet on a bed of specially spiced rice topped with caramelised ornion and almond, served with a side hot tahini sauce
SEA BASS
Grilled or baked, served with spicy potatoes, dressed with extra virgin olive oil or tahini sauce
ORJOWAN KING PRAWNS
Marinated king prawns sautéed with chefs special spicy sauce, served with rice
SAMAKE HARRA
Fillet of seabass simmered in spicy ratatouille sauce served on a bed of rice
MEATS & GRILLS MAINS
KAFTA MESHWI
3 skewers of minced lamb mixed with chopped parsley, onion & spices, charcoal grilled.
LAMB SHAWARMA
Slices of marinated lamb slow roasted on a skewer
LAHEM MESHWI
Lamb skewers, charcoal grilled to perfection
KAFTA KHASH-KHASH
3 skewers of minced lamb kebabs served in a spicy tomato sauce
KEBBEH BISSAYNIYEH
Minced lamb and bulgur wheat layers filled with minced lamb and pine kernels baked in our stone oven and served with yoghurt salad & cucumber
MIXED SHAWARMA
Slices of marinated lamb & chicken roasted on a skewer served with rice.
KHAROOF MEHSHI
Roasted lamb shank served with rice, minced lamb and topped with nuts and special Lebanese gravy on the side
MIXED GRILL
Three skewers of charcoal grilled, Lamb, Shish Taouk, Kafta servedwith rice.
LAMB CUTLETS
Charcoal grilled marinated lamb cutlets, served with French fries
KEBBEH BEL LABAN
Minced lamb and bulgur wheat layers filled with minced lamb and pine kernels baked in our stone oven and served with yoghurt salad & cucumber
BAMYEH BEL LAHME
Okra slow cooked with cubes of lamb, in a tomato sauce, topped with fresh coriander and served with rice
KAFTA YOGHURTLIYEH
Grilled minced lamb served on toasted bread with yoghurt and pine nuts
FARROUJ MESHWI
Boneless baby marinated chicken, charcoal grilled
SHISH TAOUK
Marinated chicken skewers, charcoal grilled
CHICKEN SHAWARMA
Slices of marinated chicken roasted on a skewer
SHISH BARAK
Little ravioli staffed with ground meat and pine nuts cooked in yoghurt sauce
ORJOWAN ROYAL DINNER SET MENU
ROYAL MENU - MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE AT £40.00 EACH
ROYAL MENU - MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE AT £40.00 EACH
Mezze: Hommous awarma, moutabal, vine leaves, fattoush, falafel, jawaneh, sambusek (lamb or cheese) & spicy potato. Main Course: Mixed grill with rice (selection of kafta, lamb cutlets, lahem meshwe & taouk served with chips, chilli and garlic dip).or a vegetarian option (ask your waiter for today’s options). Dessert: Selection of baklawa or lebanese delight
ORJOWAN GOURMET DINNER SET MENU
GOURMET SET MENU - MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE AT £35.00 EACH
GOURMET SET MENU - MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE AT £35.00 EACH
Mezze: Hommous, fattoush, falafel, jawaneh, sambusek (lamb or cheese) & spicy potato. Main Course: Mixed grill with rice or chips (selection of kafta & taouk served with chilli and garlic dip) or a vegetarian option (ask your waiter for today’s options). Dessert: Selection of baklawa or lebanese delight
SIDES & SAUCES
GARLIC SAUCE
TAHINI SAUCE
CHILLI SAUCE
FRENCH FRIES
RICE WITH VERMICELLI
SEASONAL VEGETABLES
Grilled Or Sautéed
RICE WITH MINCED LAMB
DESSERTS
MAAMOUL
Assorted short crust pastries filled with walnut, pistachios, dates or almonds
MOUHALLABIYEH (Lebanese Delight)
Orange Blossom milk pudding served with rose syrup and garnished with crushed pistachios
ICE CREAM
Three scoops of assorted flavors
BAKLAWA
Layered pastries with almonds, pistachios or pine kernels
RICE PUDDING
Lebanese rice pudding infused with rose water, a real Middle Eastern favorite
NUTELLA PIZZA
Is the kind of pizza kids dream about. Soft pizza dough is slathered in Nutella
KUNAFA
Knafeh is semolina pastry filled with melted white cheese,served hot with orange blossom syrup

AperiPasta
AperiPasta is an intimate Italian restaurant near West Kensington station that gives fresh pasta equal billing with aperitivo-style snacks. The room and menu favour a casual date, a weeknight supper or a small group rather than a sprawling celebration. Fresh pasta and a concise, aperitivo-friendly format give the restaurant a clear identity of its own. Its intimate scale makes it particularly appealing for a relaxed meal where the pasta can remain the focus.
Start with arrosticini or polpette al sugo if the table wants something savoury before pasta. Squid-ink spaghetti brings a dramatic colour and seafood character, while lasagne offers the comforting, layered alternative; the current list may also include filled or sauce-led pasta that is easier to share. Roman-style pizza expands the choice for mixed appetites, but ordering one pasta per person and dividing a starter usually gives the clearest sense of the kitchen. Ask about the day's handmade pasta, and confirm shellfish, egg, dairy and gluten needs before choosing sauces.
Address: 8 Charleville Road, London W14 9JL
AperiPasta Menu
Antipasti
Burrata Cheese
Homemade Truffle Arancini and Aioli
Luxurious arancini made with creamy risotto infused with aromatic black truffle and rich Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Baby Squid and Aioli
Tender baby calamari lightly coated in semolina flour and fried until golden and crispy. Served with a side of creamy and aioli.
Truffle Chips
Italian bread basket
Olives
Bruschetta classica
Roman Pizzas
Marinara Pizza
Traditional Roman pizza with a light and crispy crust. Topped with a flavorful tomato sauce, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and oregano.
Margherita Pizza
Classic pizza topped with flavorful tomato passata, creamy fresh Mozzarella, fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
4 Formaggi Pizza
Delicious pizza topped with a rich, creamy combination of Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Ricotta cheese and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Piccante Pizza
Flavorful pizza topped with spicy Calabrian 'Nduja Mozzarella cheese and pepperoni.
Queen Pizza
Delicate pizza with a crispy crust topped with a rich tomato sauce and melted Mozzarella. Finished with fresh arugula, thin slices of prosciutto crudo and generous shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano.
Pastas
Rigatoni Al Pomodoro Pasta
Rigatoni pasta served with a classic Italian tomato sauce made from ripe tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic and fresh basil.
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara Pasta
Spaghetti pasta tossed with crispy Italian guanciale, fresh eggs, and grated Pecorino Romano cheese, blended into a silky and creamy sauce with black pepper.
Caprese Pasta
Orecchiette pasta tossed with basil pesto, sweet cherry tomatoes and finished with a rich Burrata cheese in the center.
Lasagna
Layers of fresh pasta with slow cooked beef and pork ragù, creamy béchamel sauce and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Orecchiette Con Nduja Calabrese Pasta
Orecchiette pasta tossed in a spicy and creamy sauce made from authentic Calabrian 'Nduja and olive oil.
Spaghetti Seafood Pasta
Spaghetti tossed with tender calamari, fresh mussels, and succulent prawns, simmered in a light tomato and garlic sauce flavored with white wine and a hint of pepper.
Penne Pasta con Salsiccia e Funghi
Desserts
Nutella Doughnuts

The Havelock Tavern
The Havelock Tavern helped define the modern London gastropub and still feels like a well-used local rather than a restaurant dressed as one. Tucked into the streets near Brook Green, it is strongest for an unhurried lunch, a pint with dinner or a Sunday gathering. The kitchen works from a seasonal menu while keeping recognisable pub dishes in view. Choose it when atmosphere and flexibility matter as much as a single destination dish.
Fish and chips is the dependable order, balancing crisp batter with chips, peas and tartare sauce. Seasonal pasta, such as a crab-led mafalde when available, shows a more contemporary side, while changing fish, meat and vegetable plates prevent the menu from becoming fixed. Sunday roasts are a separate draw and can sell through the most popular choices later in service. Check the current menu before making a trip for a particular special, and ask about shared fryers or sauce ingredients if allergies matter. A table reservation is sensible for Sunday lunch and larger groups.
Address: 57 Masbro Road, London W14 0LS
The Havelock Tavern Menu
Snacks/Starters
Bread and house butter
Nocellara olives
Fried baby squid, aioli
Chicken liver parfait, red onion marmalade, toasted brioche
Smoked trout pate, pickled cucumber, sourdough toast
Burrata, heritage tomato salad, basil pesto
Roast beetroot, goat’s cheese, walnut and rocket salad
Mains
Beer battered haddock, chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce
The Havelock beef burger, cheddar, bacon, chips
Pan fried sea bream, crushed new potatoes, samphire, salsa verde
Roast chicken supreme, dauphinoise potatoes, green beans, wild mushroom sauce
8oz ribeye steak, chips, watercress, peppercorn sauce
Wild mushroom risotto, parmesan, truffle oil
Sides
Chips
Mixed leaf salad
Seasonal vegetables
Desserts
Sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream
Chocolate brownie, salted caramel ice cream
Cheeseboard, crackers, chutney
Final Thoughts
For the broadest range of flavour, begin with Addie's Thai Cafe, Mali Vegan Thai or Yatri. Mohsen is the answer for Persian bread, rice and charcoal grills, while Pentolina and AperiPasta cover two distinct versions of independent Italian dining. Chez Abir and Orjowan both reward a Lebanese sharing meal: choose the former for a quieter family-run room and the latter for a livelier menu shaped by its stone oven.
The Curtains Up and The Havelock Tavern bring seasonal British cooking suited to an easy local meal or Sunday lunch. Wherever you choose, check the live menu, reserve when timing matters and tell the restaurant about allergies in advance. Earl's Court and West Kensington reward a little planning with far more variety than a quick walk along the main road might suggest.