Best Restaurants Near Me In Barnet, with up-to-date menus and prices

Best Restaurants Near Me In Barnet

September 4, 2026
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Barnet’s restaurant scene stretches across lively neighbourhoods including Finchley, Whetstone, Golders Green and the areas bordering Hampstead and Muswell Hill. This broad corner of north London offers considerably more variety than its suburban setting might suggest, with accomplished Indian cooking, established Turkish grills, specialist seafood restaurants, plant-based Chinese food and characterful historic pubs all within easy reach.

Many of the best restaurants in Barnet have developed loyal followings over years or even decades. These are places where regular customers return for familiar dishes, generous hospitality and cooking that remains consistent despite changing fashions. Charcoal grills are a particular local strength, but the area also rewards diners seeking regional vegetarian food, fresh seafood or a relaxed pub meal accompanied by locally brewed beer.

The restaurants below suit a wide range of occasions. Some provide an intimate setting for dinner, while others are built for large family gatherings and shared platters. Whether you want inventive Indian small plates, Turkish food straight from the charcoal grill or an extensive vegan feast, Barnet and its immediate surroundings offer plenty of compelling choices.

Bonoo Indian Tapas Hampstead

Bonoo Indian Tapas Hampstead applies the sociable format of shared small plates to the flavours and techniques of Indian cooking. Rather than committing to a single curry and side dish, diners can explore a broader selection of snacks, grills and richly seasoned plates across the table. The kitchen balances traditional spicing with a contemporary presentation, producing food that feels distinctive without losing the warmth and depth expected from Indian cuisine. Frequently praised dishes include chilli paneer, chicken lollipops and the restaurant’s aromatic breads, while the wider menu provides plenty of choice for vegetarians. Warm service and a comfortable dining room make Bonoo suitable for dates, family meals and group celebrations. Its combination of bold flavours, generous hospitality and a format that encourages exploration has helped it develop an exceptionally loyal following.

Address: 675 Finchley Road, London NW2 2JP, United Kingdom

Bonoo Indian Tapas Hampstead Menu

Vegetarian

PALAK

Sautéd spinach with aromatic spices. (optional - with indian cheese or potatoes) (d/gf)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
VEGETABLE SAMOSA & CHAAT

Crispy samosas stuffed with chickpeas and potatoes, served with tangy chaat, green chutney, and tamarind sauce.(d)

Vegetarian
£8.90
ALOO & GOBI

A traditional Indian dish harmonises potatoes, cauliflower, onions, five spices and turmeric. (gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
SHABZI CURRY

A medley of fresh vegetables including mangetout, potatoes, spinach, green beans, cauliflower. Lightly spiced with garam masala. (gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
DHAL MIX

Aromatic curry featuring a blend of three types of yellow lentils, simmered with spices and garlic to enhance its flavor. (gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
PANEER TIKKA

Indian cottage cheese marinated in lightly spiced yoghurt, grilled in a tandoor oven with onions and peppers served with pomegranate raita. (d/gf)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
DAHI BAINGAN CURRY

Smoky aubergine curry cooked in a creamy, buttery yogurt sauce with a hint of delicate spices. (d/gf)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
BLACK DHAL

Creamy & buttery black lentils curry with aromatic whole spices. Dal Makhani is one of India's most special and popular dal. (d/gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
ALOO FIRECRACKER

Smokey roasted potatoes tossed with green chillies, drizzled with lemon dressing blueberry chilli sauce. (gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
BHINDI CURRY

Okra, (ladies fingers) whole and ground spices, herbs and onions, lightly spiced with cumin and turmeric. (gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
BOMB - BAY POTATOES

A crazy seasoning chilli paste on baby potatoes, tossed with a spicy mix of masalas and curry leaves. (gf)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£8.90
CHOLE CURRY

North Indian curry made with white chickpeas and freshly grounded spices, bursting with inviting flavors. (gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.50
VEGETABLE BIRYANI

An aromatic rice dish made with basmati rice, mix vegetables, herbs & biryani spices. Biryani is a celebration of exotic flavors, vibrant colours. So this vegetarian dish is a perfect & hearty dinner packed with fragrant rice, vegetables, aromatic spices and herbs. (d/gf/pb)

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£12.90
FIVE SPICE BROCCOLI

Broccoli, roasted in our tandoor oven with a blend of five spices, and finished with a drizzle of tangy tomato chili sauce.

Vegetarian
£8.90

Seafood

TANDOOR SALMON TIKKA

Scottish salmon, grilled to perfection in a tandoor oven, seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices. 4pc (gf/d)

Gluten Free
£14.90
Chennai Grill Prawns

Off the shell prawns marinated overnight then cooked in the tandoor oven with a hot and tangy sauce, layered on a fresh mango salad. (gf)

Gluten Free
£18
Kerala Chilli Prawn

Kerala’s hot and spicy off-the-shell prawns infused with coconut milk, tomato onion-based dry curry. (gf)

Gluten Free
£18
COCONUT FISH CURRY ONLY

Creamy coconut sea bass curry infused with mild spices and simmered in a aromatic coconut milk sauce. (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£14.90
PRAWN BIRYANI

Prawns mixed with Basmati rice infused with aromatics spices, served with pomegranate raita. (d)

£18

Meat

BUTTER CHICKEN CURRY

Golden aromatic chicken in a rich, creamy buttery sauce. Unparalleled flavor surpassing even beloved Chicken Tikka Masala. (d) (gf)

Gluten Free
£13.90
RED CHILLI TANDOOR CHICKEN

Yogurt-marinated, spice-infused, and roasted to perfection in a clay tandoor - an adored delight served on the bone. (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£10.50
PATHIA CHICKEN CURRY

Chicken breast pieces marinated in a hot, sweet, and sour mix then immersed in a fiery onion-tomato-based dry curry.

£13.90
MALAI CHICKEN TIKKA

A juicy chicken breast, infused with rich spices and fresh cream for exceptional softness, served as a mild tikka with the option to exclude chilies. (d/gf).

Gluten Free
£13.90
LAMB KOFTA CURRY

Lamb meatballs in a smoky tomato-based gravy, a dish that turns any day into a celebration. (gf)

Gluten Free
£11.90
LAMB PEPPER FRY

A dry curry featuring tender lamb, cooked with onions, curry leaves, freshly ground black pepper, coconut oil, and a hint of fennel. (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£14.90
CHICKEN LOLLIPOPS

Marinated and spiced with hot chilli, turmeric, hot sauce, and soya, bursting with bold flavors. A sought-after delight.

£11.90
LAMB BIRYANI

Highly rated · Moghul-inspired baby lamb mixed with Basmati rice, onions, coriander, served with pomegranate raita. (d)

£14.90
SEEKH KEBAB

Tender minced lamb, grilled to perfection and infused with ginger, garlic, green chili, garam masala, and a hint of lemon. 2pc (gf)

Gluten Free
£10.50
RAILWAY LAMB CURRY

Experience the legacy: Railway Lamb Curry, born in British Raj's first-class railway carriage. A medium, flavorful delight of mutton, cooked for 4 hours. (d/gf)(Ask if you like it spicy and contain bone)

Gluten Free
£14.90
LAMB SAMOSA & CHAAT

A savory pastry filled with spiced minced lamb, served alongside chickpeas, yogurt, and chutneys. 2pc (d)

£9.50
JAIPURI LAMB CHOPS

Cherished signature dish: Aromatic, succulent, marinated overnight, baked to perfection in a tandoor oven. (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£13.50
CHICKEN BIRYANI

Succulent chicken, Basmati rice, aromatic spices layered and steamed for tenderness and explosive flavor. A savory masterpiece awaits.

£13.90
TANDOOR MIX

Tandoor chicken, chicken tikka, lamb chop, sheek kebab. Marinated, grilled, a stunning, flavorful blend. (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£18
ACHARI CHICKEN TIKKA

Highly rated · Overnight-marinated chicken thigh, tandoor-cooked to a tender pink hue, bursting with rich flavors. An age-old Mughal recipe cherished worldwide. (gf)

Gluten Free
£13.90
Bengal Chicken Curry

Highly rated · Slow-cooked curry with whole spices, curd, and ghee for tenderness and rich flavor. (d/gf)(Ask if you like it spicy and contain bone)

Gluten Free
£13.90
MASALA WINGS

Spicy grilled chicken wings, drizzled with red chilli sauce, bursting with mouthwatering flavours. (gf)

Gluten Free
£9.90

Accompaniment

PAPADUM TRAY

Papadums are very thin, crispy snacks made from lentil flour. They are their own category of foods, in english probably best described as wafers, or crackers. Served with mango chutney and mint yogurt. (gf)

Gluten Free
£6.50
Plain Naan

Naan is a soft and pillowy indian-style flatbread traditionally made in a tandoor clay oven. It’s made from a yeast dough enriched with yogurt and olive oil and delicately flavored with anise seeds. (pb)

£4.50
GARLIC & CORIANDER NAAN

Puffed bread with garlic and coriander paste.

£5.50
Jeera Pulau Rice

A light fluffy cumin rice made with long grain basmati rice, salt, cumin seeds and ghee, a must have with any type of Indian curries! a classic simple rice dish that is truly at the heart of Indian food! (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£4.50
PUMPKIN SEED & COCONUT NAAN

Fluffy and soft sweet filling with a mixture of sultanas, almonds, coconut, and butter (Peshwari naan). This makes the naan a delicious sweet indian bread great with an extra spicy curry! (d)

£6.50
STEAMED RICE

Golden sella basmati rice is basmati rice that has been parboiled to ensure that no nutrients are lost during the polishing. Easy cook steamed and dried so each golden grain separates perfectly. (gf/pb)

Gluten Free
£4.50
PARATHA

A delicious bread made with wheat flour, crispy and buttery. (d)

£4.50
POMEGRANATE RAITA

This vibrant pomegranate version is a great twist on a classic Indian dip. Traditionally made with cucumber, creamy yogurt mixed with mild spices, juicy pomegranate seeds and fresh herbs for a great dip or relish to serve with naan breads as a snack, or with your favourite curry. (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£4.50
CRUNCHY MANGO SALAD

Mango meets roasted garlic, coriander, spicy-sweet, tangy dressing. (gf)

Gluten Free
£6.50
Keema Naan

Soft naan is lavishly filled with minced lamb, crowned with Indian-style aromatic salsa. (d/gf)s

Gluten Free
£6.50
KACHUMBER SALAD

Topical Indian salad, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, green chilli. Sprinkled with coriander, spices and lemon juice. (gf/pb)

Gluten Free
£4.50

Desserts

GAJAR HALWA

A carrot-based sweet dessert made with grated carrots, milk and sugar, cardamom, garnish of almonds and pistachio. It is served warm with ice cream. (d/n)

£6.50

Kids

Kids Mild Chicken Korma & Rice

Tender chicken grilled in the tandoor oven and cooked in a mild coconut milk sauce served with basmati rice. (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£11.50
Kids Mild Chicken Tikka Masala & Rice

Britain's favourite dish. the classic chicken tikka masala. This is a dish consisting of roasted marinated thigh chicken chunks (chicken tikka) cooked in a mild spiced sauce. The sauce is creamy and orange-coloured.

£11.50
Kids Mild Paneer Tikka Masala & Rice

Grilled Indian cheese cooked in a mild creamy sauce served with steamed basmati rice (d/gf)

Gluten Free
£11.50

Drinks

Fresh Mango Lassi

A creamy mango lassi made by blending fresh mango yogurt, milk & honey.

£4.50
Cardamom Sweet Lassi

A creamy cardamom lassi made by blending cardamom, yogurt, milk & honey.

£4.50
Coke

200ml

£2.50
Cobra

Indian Beer 330ml

£3.50
Jeera Salty Lassi

A creamy lassi made by blending cumin, yogurt, milk & honey.

£4.50
Diet Coke

200ml

£2.50
Pinot Grigio White Wine (Bottle)

Easy-drinking, well-balanced, lemony pinot grigio, as refreshing as lemonade but more substantial. Italy. (vegan)

Vegan
£19.50
Merlot Red Wine (Bottle)

Chilean Merlot, juicy with blackberry, raspberry and a fragrant touch of strawberry. Chile. (vegan)

Vegan
£19.50
Still Water

750ml

£4.50
Sparkling Water

750ml

£4.50

Durum Restaurant

Durum Restaurant is a longstanding Finchley destination for traditional Turkish food and charcoal-grilled meat. The open-fire cooking gives lamb, chicken and minced kebabs a smoky exterior while keeping the meat succulent, with fresh salads, rice and warm bread completing the plates. Hot and cold meze make an excellent beginning, particularly when several people are dining together and can share a wider selection. Although the portions are generous, the kitchen’s careful seasoning and use of fresh accompaniments keep the meal from becoming excessively heavy. Regular customers also praise the welcoming service and consistently good value, qualities that have helped the restaurant remain relevant after many years on Ballards Lane. Durum is especially well suited to relaxed family meals, informal celebrations and evenings when abundance and straightforward flavour matter more than elaborate presentation.

Address: 119 Ballards Lane, Church End, London N3 1LJ, United Kingdom

Durum Ocakbasi Menu

Bundles

Durum Bundle for 1
£19.50
Durum Bundle for 2
£39
King Durum Bundle
£47.50
Durum Wrap Meal Deal
£18.90

Platters

King Durum Special (Serves 2-3)

Lamb Doner, Chicken Doner, Spice Lamb Mince, 2pcs Chicken Wings, 2pcs Chicken Fillet, 2pcs Lamb Ribs served with Salad, Rice, Bread, and Sauce

£39.95
Chicken Platter (Serves 4-5)

Chicken Doner, 8pcs Chicken Wings, Chicken Shish, Chicken Mince, Chicken on the Bone. Served with Mixed Salad and Mixed Rice,

£59.90
Jumbo Platter (Serves 6-7 people)

Mixed Cold Meze, Mixed Salad, Mixed Rice, Chips, Mixed Shish, Mixed Kofte, Mixed Doner, 8pcs Chicken Wings, 8pcs Lamb Ribs, 4pcs Lamb ChopsContains Fish, sesame, nuts

£129
Full Platter (Serves 4-5 people)

Mixed Cold Meze, Mixed Shish, Mixed Kofte, Mixed Doner, 5pcs Lamb Ribs, 8pcs Chicken Wings, Served with mixed Rice (Bulgur and Vegetable Rice), Chips, and SaladContains fish, sesame, milk, nuts

£99

Cold Starters

Humus (V)

Crushed Chick Peas, Tahini, Lemon Juice and Garlic

Vegetarian
£6.35
Aubergine Ezme (V)

Grilled Aubergine Mixed with Yoghurt, Garlic, and Olive Oil

Vegetarian
£6.75
Cucumber with Yoghurt (Cacik) (V)

Cucumber and a Hint of Garlic in a Creamy Yoghurt Sauce

Vegetarian
£6.35
Tarama

Freshly Prepared Whipped Cod Roe (Fish Roe Paste)

£6.35
Stuffed Vine Leaves (Yaprak Sarma) (V)

Stuffed Vine Leaves with Rice and Pine Kernels

Vegetarian
£6.75
Aubergine Tava (V)
Vegetarian
£6.75
Tabule Salad (V)
Vegetarian
£6.95
Aubergine served in sauce (V)

Fried Aubergine and Onion with Tomato Sauce

Vegetarian
£6.75
Spinach Tarator (V)

Fresh Spinach With Creamy Yoghurt and a Hint of Garlic

Vegetarian
£6.35
Celery (Kisir) (V)

Crushed Wheat, Celery, Crushed Hazelnuts, Tomato Sauce, Parsley, Peppers, Mint & Herbs

Vegetarian
£6.35
Mix Meze (V)

A Selection of 5 Cold Starters Hand-Picked by the Chef, Served with Bread

Vegetarian
£19.25
Green Beans (V)

Green French Beans in Special Olive Oil Sauce

Vegetarian
£6.75
Imam Bayildi (V)

Aubergine Stuffed with Onions, Tomato, and Green Pepper

Vegetarian
£6.75
Mixed Olives
£6.35
Feta Cheese (V)
Vegetarian
£6.75
Plain Turkish Yoghurt
£4

Hot Starters

Chicken Wings

4 juicy chicken wings

£8.50
Falafel (V)

Fried Duck Peas, Parsley, Onion, Garlic, and Coriander

Vegetarian
£9
Spinach Pastry (Ispnaka Boregi) (V)
Vegetarian
£8.50
Muska Boregi (V)

Pastry Filled with Feta Cheese and Parsley

Vegetarian
£9.50
Halloumi (V)

Grilled Cypriot Cheese Served with Tomatos and Cucumber

Vegetarian
£9.90
Humus with Diced Lamb (Kavurma)

Pureed Chickpeas with Tahini & Garlic, Topped with Diced Lamb

£9.90
Chicken Liver
£9.90
Grilled Onion (V)

Onion, Tomatoes, Peppers, and Mushrooms

Vegetarian
£9.35
Lamb Liver
£9.90
Fried Calamari

Freshly Fried Squid

£9.90
Mix Hot Meze

2 Falafel, 2 Snack, 2 Muska Bongi, 2 Calamari, 2 Halloumi

£19.25
Beef Sausage (Sucuk) ️

Grilled Spicy Beef Sausage

£9
King Prawn
£10.95

Lamb Dishes

A selection of Lamb dishes served with either Salad, Chips, Rice, or Bulgur

Lamb Shish Kebap

Marinated Cubes of Lamb Grilled on Skewers

£19.50
Mixed Shish

Selection of Lamb & Chicken Cubes Grilled on Skewers

£19.50
Lamb Doner

House special Lamb Doner Kebab - 100% Pure Lamb

£17.90
Mixed Kebap

Mixed Grill (Lamb Chop, Lamb Cubes, Spicy Lamb Kofte, Chicken Wings, Chicken Fillet)

£29.95
Lamb Skewers (Cop Shish)

Marinated Small Cubes of Lamb Grilled on 2 Skewers

£19.50
Lamb Mince (Adana Kofte) ️

2 Skewers of Grilled Spicy Minced Lamb

£17.90
Mixed Doner

House Special Lamb and Chicken Doner Kebab

£21.50
Mix Kofte

Spicy Minced Lamb, Minced Chicken Breast on Skewers

£17.90
Lamb Chops

4 pieces of Grilled Tender Seasoned Lamb Chops

£25.90
Aubergine Kebap

Sliced Aubergine with Minced Lamb and a Special Sauce

£18
Lamb Liver Shish

Grilled lamb liver

£13
Lamb Ribs

8 Pieces of Grilled Lamb Spare Ribs

£25.50

Chicken Dishes

A selection of Chicken dishes served with either Salad, Chips, Rice, or Bulgur

Chicken Shish

Chicken Seasoned and Grilled on Skewers

£17.50
Chicken Doner
£16.50
Mixed Kebap

Mixed Grill (Lamb Chop, Lamb Cubes, Spicy Lamb Kofte, Chicken Wings, Chicken Fillet)

£29.95
Chicken Wings

8 Pieces of Grilled Chicken Wings

£18.50
Chicken Shish on the Bone

Chicken on the Bone, Seasoned and Grilled on Skewers

£16.50
Chicken Mince

Grilled Minced Chicken Breast, Seasoned with Garlic and Parsley.

£16.50

House Special

A curated selection of unique dishes served with either Chips, Salad, Rice, or Bulgur

Chicken Sauté
£18.95
Incik (Kleftico)
£18.95
Ezmeli Kebap

Grilled House Special Kebab with a Special Sauce

£18.95
Halep Kebap

Grilled Spicy Minced Kebab served with Onions, Tomato and Buttery Sauce.

£18.95
Lamb Stew (Guvec)

Cubes of Lamb, Aubergine with Mushrooms, Onions and Peppers in a Special Tomato Sauce

£18.95
Lamb Sauté
£18.95
Chicken Schnitzel (Fillet Tava)
£14.25

Dishes with Yoghurt & Sauce

Iskender

Doner Kebab with Yoghurt Sauce, Fresh Tomato Sauce and a Butter Sauce

£18.90
Iskender Lamb Shish

Lamb Cubes with Yoghurt Sauce, Fresh Tomato Sauce, and Butter Sauce

£19.50
Ali Nazik Kebap

Grilled Aubergine, Garlic Yoghurt, and Meat

£23.50
Chicken Shish with Yoghurt

Grilled Chicken Breast Prepared with a Yoghurt and Butter Sauce

£19.90
Lamb Mince with Yoghurt

Grilled Mince Prepared with Yoghurt and Butter Sauce

£19
Lamb Shish with Yoghurt

Grilled Lamb Shish Kebab Prepared with Yoghurt and Butter Sauce

£19.50
Chicken Mince with Yoghurt

Grilled Minced Chicken Breast with Yoghurt and Butter Sauce

£19

Fish Grills

Served with either Chips, Salad, Rice, or Bulgur

Sea Bass

Grilled Sea Bass

£22.90
Fresh Salmon

Grilled Salmon

£22.90
Fried Calamari

Freshly Fried Squid

£22

Vegetarian Courses

Served with either Chips, Salad, Rice, or Bulgur

Vegetarian Musakka
£15.90
Imam Bayildi

Aubergine Stuffed with Onions, Tomatoes and Green Peppers

£15.90
Aubergine Salad

Lightly Grilled Aubergine and Peppers, Chopped and Topped with Yoghurt & Butter

£15.90
Ciftci Boregi
£15.90
Falafel

Deep Fried Ground Chickpeas and Broad Beans Toasted in Spices

£14.90
Green Beans

Green french beans in special olive oit sauce served with rice.

£15.90
Vegetarian Kebap (V)

Grilled Aubergine, Mushrooms, and Peppers served with Onions and Tomatoes

£15.90

Side Dishes

Bulgur Pilavi (Rice)

Crushed wheat with tomatoes, onions and green peppers.

£5.50
Chips
£4.50
Rice with vegetables

Rice with mixed chickpeas and green peas

£5.50
Mixed Side Salad

Onions, Lettuce, Cabbage, and Carrots

£4.50
Coban Salad

Tomato, Onion, Cucumber, and Parsley served with an Olive Oil and Pomegranate Sauce dressing with mixed herbs

£7.50
Turkish Salad

Tomato, Onion, Cucumber, and Parsley served with an Olive Oil and Pomegranate Sauce dressing with mixed herbs. With Feta Cheese

£7.95
Ezme Salad

Finely chopped tomatoes, onions, peppers and parsley with spices.

£7.95
Mixed Pickle
£4
Olive Salad

Green olives, tomatoes, pickled cucumber, lemon juice, parsley and olive oil.

£7.95
Green Salad

Seasonal green salad (Rocket, lettuce & cucumber with olive oil).

£7.50

Wraps

Lamb Shish Kebap Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£18
Chicken Doner Wrap
£15
Adana Kofte Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£16.50
Mixed Shish Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£18
Chicken Shish Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£17.50
Yaprak Doner Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£16
Mixed Doner Wrap
£16
Halloumi Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£14
Falafel Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£14
Mixed Kofte Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£16.50
Cop Shish Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£18
Chicken Beyti Wrap

Served with mixed salad and sauce

£16

Soft Drinks

Coke
£2.50
Ayran
£2.50
Diet Coke
£2.50
Fanta
£2.50
(Turnip) Juice Salgam
£2.50
Sparkling Water
£2.50
Still Water
£2.50
7 Up
£2.50
Tonic Water
£2.50

Sauce

Garlic Sauce
£0.50
Chilli Sauce
£0.50

Taste Of Nawab

Taste Of Nawab is a warmly run Indian restaurant near Muswell Hill, known for freshly prepared curries, attentive hospitality and a willingness to adapt dishes to individual tastes. Its extensive menu moves from crisp onion bhajis and tandoori grills to biryanis and slow-cooked curries with carefully layered spice. Diners who prefer gentler flavours are as well accommodated as those seeking a more intense chilli heat. Lamb, chicken, seafood and vegetarian dishes all receive serious attention, making the restaurant a dependable option for groups with varied preferences. The atmosphere is intimate and personal rather than theatrical, with the service team playing an important role in helping guests navigate the menu. Consistency, generous portions and a strong sense of community have made Taste Of Nawab a favourite for both relaxed dinners and reliable takeaway meals.

Address: 97 Colney Hatch Lane, London N10 1LR, United Kingdom

Taste Of Nawab Menu

Starters

101 Chicken Tikka
£7.95
102 Tandoori Chicken
£7.95
103 Rosun Bara Chingri
£10.95
104 Rosun Mushroom
£6.25
105 Lamb Chops
£10.95

Marinated with medium spices. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard.)

106 Chot Poti
£6.25

Chick peas, potatoes and egg, cooked in a Tamarind sauce with herbs & spices. (Allergen advice: Mustard, Eggs.)

107 Onion Bhaji
£5.50
108 Prawn Puri
£7.95

Tandoori Dishes

122 Lamb Chops
£16.95

Marinated with medium spices. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard.)

123 Chicken or Lamb Shaslik
£12.95

Diced, grilled pieces of lamb or chicken with green peppers and tomatoes. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard.)

124 Tandoori Mixed Grill
£16.95

Tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, sheek kebab, lamb tikka and nan, served with salad. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard, Wheat (Gluten).)

125 Tandoori King Prawn
£16.95

(Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard, Crustaceans.)

126 Tandoori Trout
£16.95

(Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard, Fish.)

127 Paneer Tikka
£10.95

Curd cheese. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard.)

128 Full Platters
£37.95

Sheek kebab, lamb chops, king prawn, paneer, chicken tikka, tomatoes, green pepper and onion served with nan and salad. Medium. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard, Crustaceans, Wheat (Gluten).)

Special Dishes

147 Kacha Murug Masala
£12.25

Highly spiced strips of baby chicken cooked with fresh ginger, garlic, mint and coriander. Medium. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard.)

148 Lamb Chops Torkari Bhuna
£16.95

Four pieces of tender lamb chops grilled in our tandoor with special spice then prepared in medium bhuna sauce. Medium. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Mustard.)

Vegetable Side Dishes

162 Aloo Gobi
£5.95

Potatoes and cauliflower. (Allergen advice: Mustard.)

163 Chana Masala
£5.95

Chickpeas

164 Tarka Dhal
£5.95

Lentils with garlic and coriander

165 Gobi Bhaji
£5.95

Cauliflower

173 Saag Aloo
£6.50

Potatoes and spinach. (Allergen advice: Mustard.)

174A Mutter Paneer – Cubed
£6.50

Peas and cubes of curd cheese. Medium. (Allergen advice: Dairy.)

174B Mutter Paneer – Creamy
£6.50

Peas and creamy mature cheese. Mild. (Allergen advice: Dairy.)

176 Saag Chana Aloo
£6.50

Spinach, chickpeas and potato, light spices. (Allergen advice: Mustard.)

177 Bagon Aloo
£6.50

Aubergine and potatoes with medium spices. (Allergen advice: Mustard.)

181 Gobi Aloo Chana
£6.50

Cauliflower, potatoes, chickpeas. (Allergen advice: Mustard.)

182 Seem Bhaji
£6.50

French beans with light spices and garlic

Sundries & Accompaniments

183 Mixed Raitha
£3.25

Yogurt with onion, cucumber, cabbage, carrot. (Allergen advice: Dairy.)

184 Cucumber Raitha
£2.95

Yogurt with cucumber. (Allergen advice: Dairy.)

195 Mixed Green Salad
£2.95

Drinks

196 Lassi Sweet or Salty
£3.25

Whisked yogurt, sweet or salty. (Allergen advice: Dairy.)

197 Lassi Mango or Banana
£3.65

Whisked yogurt, mango or banana. (Allergen advice: Dairy.)

Breads

201 Garlic Nan
£4.25

With garlic. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Wheat (Gluten), Eggs.)

202 Cheese Nan
£4.25

With cheese. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Wheat (Gluten), Eggs.)

203 Stuffed Nan
£4.25

Stuffed with vegetables. (Allergen advice: Dairy, Wheat (Gluten), Eggs.)

207 Puri
£2.95

Thin wheat bread, shallow fried. (Allergen advice: Wheat (Gluten).)

208 Chapati
£2.95

Thin roasted wheat bread. (Allergen advice: Wheat (Gluten).)

The Spaniards Inn

The Spaniards Inn combines centuries of history with the continuing appeal of a lively neighbourhood pub. Its wood-panelled rooms, open fires and secluded beer garden create an atmosphere that feels removed from the surrounding city, making it a particularly appealing stop after a walk across Hampstead Heath. The menu centres on familiar British pub cooking, including seasonal pies, fish dishes and substantial Sunday roasts. Smaller plates and snacks are also a strength, with Scotch eggs and sausages offering an easy accompaniment to a pint. Although the historic building supplies much of the character, the pub remains a busy contemporary gathering place rather than a preserved attraction. An extensive selection of cask ales, craft beer, wine and spirits adds to its versatility, whether guests are visiting for a complete meal or an afternoon drink in the garden.

Address: Spaniards Road, London NW3 7JJ, United Kingdom

The Spaniards Inn Menu

SNACKS

Main Menu

Green & Kalamata Olives
Vegan
£5
Padrón Peppers

extra virgin olive oil, Maldon sea salt

Vegan
£7
Whole Baked Sourdough

salted butter

Vegetarian
£7.50

SHARERS

Main Menu

Rosemary & Garlic Camembert baked in sourdough

Hedgerow chutney

Vegetarian
£15.50
Charcuterie Board

Italian cured meats, olives, pickles, chargrilled artichokes, sourdough

£19

SMALL PLATES

Main Menu

Pan-Seared Scallops

pancetta, cauliflower purée, salsa verde, beef dripping pangrattato

£13
Crispy Calamari

saffron aioli

£9
Grilled Goats Cheese

endive & rocket salad, roasted plum, blood orange & maple dressing

Vegetarian
£8
Smoked Salmon Duo

oak-smoked Atlantic salmon & smoked salmon rillette, lilliput capers, rye bread

£10
Pheasant, Chicken & Pear Terrine

hedgerow chutney, toasted brioche*

£8.50
Handmade Scotch Egg

golden beetroot piccalilli

£8

MAINS

Main Menu

10oz Ribeye Steak

chips, watercress, your choice of sauce - peppercorn* or beef dripping & thyme

£32
Add: Scallops with garlic butter
£10.50
Cod with White Beans & Chorizo

lovage pesto, caper & dill butter

£20
Shepherd's Pie

slow-cooked pulled lamb topped with clotted cream mashed potato, savoy cabbage, bordelaise sauce*

£20
Chicken Milanese

panko-breaded chicken, rocket & cherry tomato salad, fries

£18.50
Steak, Shin & Pale Ale Pie

slow-cooked steak & beef shin in a rich St Austell Brewery Tribute gravy, clotted cream mash, pangrattato crumb, buttered leeks, savoy cabbage, bordelaise sauce*

£18.50
Spiced Chickpea, Broccoli & Pomegranate Salad

cherry tomatoes, long stem broccoli, houmous, quinoa & pumpkin seeds, lemon & olive oil dressing

Vegan
£7
Add: Halloumi

(v)

Vegetarian
£3.50
Grilled Chicken Breast
£4
Wild Boar, Pork & Ale Sausages

spring onion & savoy cabbage mash, bordelaise sauce*

£16.50
Smoked Bacon Cheeseburger

grilled beef patty, smoked Cheddar, fries, house sauce

£18.50
Plant-Based Burger

grilled vegan patty, applewood smoked vegan slice, tomato salsa, fries, house sauce

Vegan
£17
Caramelised Celeriac

sautéed Paris Brown mushrooms, chestnuts, grains, cep & chanterelle ketchup*

Vegan
£17
Beer-Battered Fresh Atlantic Haddock & Chips

minted crushed peas, tartare sauce

£19

SIDES

Main Menu

Hand-Breaded Halloumi Fries

chipotle chilli jam

Vegetarian
£8
Chips

aioli

Vegetarian
£5.50
Rosemary & Parmesan Fries

white truffle-infused oil

Vegetarian
£6
Cherry Tomato & Grain Salad
Vegan
£5
Long Stem Broccoli

garlic, lemon, chilli

Vegetarian
£4.50

DESSERTS

Main Menu

Stem Ginger Sponge

miso caramel, Bourbon vanilla ice cream*

Vegetarian
£8.50
Belgian Chocolate Brownie

salted caramel sauce, honeycomb ice cream

Vegetarian
£8
Apple & Gooseberry Crumble

vanilla crème anglaise

Vegetarian
£8.50
Basque Cheesecake

blackcurrant, redcurrant & raspberry sauce

Vegetarian
£9
British Cheeses

savoury biscuits, hedgerow chutney, grapes

Vegetarian
£11
Mini Dessert & Hot Drink

choose from Belgian Chocolate Brownie (v) (595kcal) or Stem Ginger Sponge* (v) (387kcal)

£6.50

WHILE YOU WAIT

Sunday Menu

Whole Baked Sourdough

Salted butter

Vegetarian
£8
Handmade Scotch Egg

Golden beetroot piccalilli

£8
Green & Kalamata Olives
Vegan
£6
Crab Thermidor on Toast

Brown & white crab meat, bechamel, toasted sourdough

Wild Boar, pork and ale sausages

English mustard

Padrón Peppers

Extra virgin olive oil

Vegan
£9

SHARERS

Sunday Menu

Rosemary & Garlic Camembert baked in sourdough

Hedgerow chutney

Vegetarian
£18
Charcuterie Board

Italian cured meats, olives, pickles, chargrilled artichokes, toasted sourdough, rye bread

Fritto Misto

Crispy king prawns, calamari, battered haddock, padrón peppers, sage, saffron aioli, tartare sauce

SMALL PLATES

Sunday Menu

Calamari

Saffron aioli

£11.50
Pan-Seared Scallops

Pancetta, cauliflower purée, salsa verde, beef dripping pangrattato

£13
Crispy Fried Mozzarella

Caponata, tomatoes, olives*

Vegetarian
Whole King Prawns

Lemon, caper & dill butter, saffron aioli

£11.50
Mushrooms on Toasted Sourdough

Exotic mushrooms, garlic, thyme, haricot bean & rosemary purée

Vegan
£11
Miso Chicken Skewers

yakiniku BBQ sauce, miso dressing*

£11.50

ROASTS

Sunday Menu

To Share - Aged Beef Sirloin, Roast Chicken, Lamb Rump, pigs in blankets, bacon & chestnut stuffing, red wine sauce

(4161kcal for two to share)

£49
Aged Beef Sirloin

red wine sauce

£23.50
Roast Chicken

pig in blanket, bacon & chestnut stuffing, red wine sauce

£21.50
Lamb Rump

red wine sauce

£24.50
Nut Roast

root vegetable roast made with almonds and walnuts, vegetarian gravy

Vegetarian Vegan
£21
Add: Thyme-Roasted Potatoes

(ve)

Vegan
£5.50
Add: Pigs in Blankets
£5.50
Add: Cauliflower Cheese

(v)

Vegetarian
£5

MAINS

Sunday Menu

Chicken Milanese

panko-breaded chicken, rocket & cherry tomato salad, fries

£19.50
Black Treacle Beef Brisket & Portobello Mushroom Pie

buttery mash, buttered leeks, savoy cabbage, red wine sauce

£20.50
Avocado & Mango Salad

edamame beans, spring onion, mint, grains, coriander, lime dressing

Vegan
£16
Add: Halloumi

(v)

Vegetarian
£4
Grilled Chicken Breast
£4.50
Raclette & Pancetta Burger

grilled beef patty, raclette cheese, pancetta, red pepper & tomato relish, fries, house sauce

£20
Beer-Battered Fresh Atlantic Haddock & Chips

minted crushed peas, tartare sauce

£20

SIDES

Sunday Menu

Hand-Breaded Halloumi Fries

chipotle chilli jam

Vegetarian
£8.50
Chips

aioli

Vegetarian
£5.50
Rosemary & Parmesan Fries

white truffle-infused oil

Vegetarian
£6.50
Cherry Tomato & Grain Salad
Vegan
£5.50
Roasted Squash
Vegan
£5.50

DESSERTS

Sunday Menu

Stem Ginger Sponge

miso caramel, Bourbon vanilla ice cream*

Vegetarian
£8.50
Belgian Chocolate Brownie

salted caramel sauce, honeycomb ice cream

Vegetarian
£8
Apple & Gooseberry Crumble

vanilla crème anglaise

Vegetarian
£8.50
Basque Cheesecake

blackcurrant, redcurrant & raspberry sauce

Vegetarian
£9
British Cheeses

savoury biscuits, hedgerow chutney, grapes

Vegetarian
£11
Mini Dessert & Hot Drink

choose from Belgian Chocolate Brownie (v) (595kcal) or Stem Ginger Sponge* (v) (387kcal)

£6.50

DRINKS PACKAGES

Drinks Packages

Beer Package

Peroni and Corona (330ml) 6 bottles 33 | 12 bottles 68 | 24 bottles 130

£33
Cider Package

Rekorderlig Peach-Raspberry and Rekorderlig Strawberry-Lime (500ml) 6 bottles 39 | 12 bottles 76 | 24 bottles 135

£39
Craft Beer Package

A mixed case of our finest craft beer 6 bottles 40 | 12 bottle 78 | 24 bottles 145

£40
Low & No Package

Athletic Upside Dawn, Athletic Run Wild, Peroni 0.0%, Lucky Saint 0.5% Lager, Thatcher’s Zero 6 bottles 30.5 | 12 bottle 55 | 24 bottles 115

£30.50
Soft Drinks Package

Fentiman’s: Rose Lemonade, Mandarin & Seville Orange, Ginger Beer (275ml) 6 bottles 22 | 12 bottles 42 | 24 bottles 80

£22
Standard Wine Package

Ca Bolani Pinot Grigio, Discovery Beach White Zinfandel Rosé, Crush Grapes Not Dreams Cabernet Sauvignon 4 bottles 120 | 6 bottles 170 | 8 bottles 220

£120
Premium Wine Package

Donatien Bahuaud N7 Sancerre, Whispering Angel Rosé, Post Scriptum Red 4 bottles 180 | 6 bottles 245 | 8 bottles 315

£180
Champagne and Prosecco Packages

4 bottles of Prosecco 135 | 4 bottles of Moët & Chandon NV Sparkling 250

£135
Spirits Package

Choose from one bottle of spirit from Havana Club 7 year old rum, Chase vodka, Sailor Jerry rum, Tanqueray gin, Jägermeister & mixers

£133
Premium Spirits Package

Choose from one bottle of spirit from Ciroc Grape Vodka, Courvoisier VSOP Cognac, Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Casamigos Blanco Tequila or Tanqueray No 10 Gin & mixers

£148

Izgara Finchley

Izgara Finchley offers modern Turkish dining built around meze, generous sharing dishes and food cooked over real charcoal. The grill produces deeply flavoured lamb chops, ribs, chicken and kebabs, while crisp salads, dips and freshly prepared vegetable dishes provide contrast. Groups can build a varied meal by combining cold and hot meze before moving on to one of the substantial mixed grills. The restaurant also gives vegetarians and vegans a dedicated range of choices rather than treating meat-free dining as an afterthought. Its smart but comfortable interior works equally well for lunch, an evening meal or a larger family celebration. Service is generally warm and attentive, while the kitchen’s established recipes and consistent handling of the charcoal grill have helped Izgara maintain a strong local reputation.

Address: 11 Hendon Lane, Finchley, London N3 1RT, United Kingdom

Izgara Finchley Menu

Cold Meze

Humus (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Classic Middle Eastern blend of chick peas, tahini and a hint of garlic with olive oil and lemon juice. Suitable for Vegan.

Vegan Gluten Free
£7.50
Babaganoush (Vegetarian, Gluten Free)

A smoky flavoured puree of aubergine, garlic, yogurt and tahini, sharpened with lemon and olive oil. Suitable for Vegetarian.

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£8.50
Beetroot Delight

Cooked beetroot, feta cheese, parsley and spring onion, drizzled with vinaigrette. Served with warm homemade bread.

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£7.50
Patlican Soslu

Slightly spicy, featuring gently cooked aubergine diced with tomato, mixed peppers, onions, herbs. Finished in an authentic tomato sauce. Served with warm homemade bread.

Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free
£8.50
Mixed Olives

Marinated with Mediterranean herbs. Served with warm homemade bread.

Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free
£7.50
Sultan's Meze (contains nuts)

Tahini, beetroot, creamy yogurt, ground walnuts, ground white pepper, garlic, virgin olive oil.

£9.50

Hot Meze

Sigara Boregi (Vegetarian)

Cigar shaped crisp filo pastry filled with halloumi cheese, spinach and fresh herbs. Served with a sweet chili dip. Suitable for Vegetarians.

Vegetarian
£9
Hellim (Vegetarian, Gluten Free)

Grilled Cypriot halloumi cheese. Suitable for Vegetarians.

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.90
Mushroom and Halloumi

Sautéed mushroom and halloumi cheese, cooked with garlic and spices. Served with warm homemade bread.

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£9.90
Calamari

Marinated fresh squid. Served with homemade tartar sauce. Served with warm homemade bread.

£10.50
Liver

Chicken liver pan sauteed with onions, mixed peppers and spices. Served with warm homemade bread.

Gluten Free
£10.50
Imam Bayildi (Vegan, Gluten Free)

Aubergine filled with fresh tomatoes, onions, green peppers and a hint of garlic.

Vegan Gluten Free
£11.90
GIANT “BABA” POTATOES

Deep fat fried potato wedge, sea salt and black papper with ketchup sorbet.

£9.90
Spicy King Prawns

Spicy Sautéed King Prawns In A Tomato And Garlic ButterSauce, With Cherry Tomatoes And Spring Onion

£12.90
CRAB CLAWS

Breaded crab claws, served with a sweet chili dip

£7.50
The Hot Mix

2 Kisilik / For 2 people. Sigara boregi, hellim, falafel, sucuk and mozzarella sticks. Served with warm homemade bread.

£23.90

Lamb

All charcoal grilled on skewer. Served with salad.

Lamb Shish

Served with salad and rice. Prime cuts of marinated lamb, char-grilled on a skewer.

£23.90
Adana Kofte

Served with salad and rice. Slightly spicy fresh prime lamb, finely chopped and mixed with peppers, chillies and fresh herbs.

£21.90
Izgara Kofte

Char-grilled minced lamb and beef balls, seasoned withonions, parsley and herbs (Contains gluten)

£21.90
Lamb Cutlets

Served with salad and rice. Char-grilled tender lamb cutlets, seasoned.

£25.90
Lamb Ribs

Served with salad and rice. Char-grilled lamb ribs, seasoned.

£23.50

Combinations

Served with salad.

Mixed Grill

Combination of chicken & lamb, lamb rib,chicken wings, adana kofte, lamb cutlet

£35.90
Mixed Shish

A combination of chicken and lamb shish, char-grilled on a skewer.

£23.90
Mixed Spicy Skewer

Chicken and Lamb spicy skewer

£20.90

Sides

French Fries
£5.50
Bulgur Rice

Suitable for Vegetarian.

Vegetarian
£5.50
Plain Rice
£5.50
Grilled Tomato, Peppers and Onions

Suitable for Vegan.

Vegan
£7.50
Ezme Salad

Suitable for Vegan.

Vegan
£6.50
Mixed Salad

Suitable for Vegan.

Vegan
£6.50
Pureed Potato

Suitable for Vegetarian.

Vegetarian
£5.50

Tofu Vegan

Tofu Vegan in Golders Green demonstrates how expressive Chinese cooking can be when plants take centre stage. Its entirely vegan menu draws from several regional traditions, combining vegetables, tofu, mushrooms and carefully prepared meat alternatives with aromatic sauces, chilli and contrasting textures. Wontons in house sauce are a popular introduction, while bao, dim sum, noodles and salt and pepper tofu make it easy to assemble a generous meal for sharing. The strongest dishes are satisfying on their own terms rather than simply attempting to reproduce familiar meat recipes. Staff are helpful when explaining unfamiliar choices and can advise diners about different spice levels. With an extensive menu and a relaxed dining room, Tofu Vegan is as appealing to committed vegans as it is to curious diners who simply want vibrant, skilfully seasoned Chinese food.

Address: 28 North End Road, Golders Green, London NW11 7PT, United Kingdom

Tofu Vegan Menu

STARTERS

1. 香炸春卷 Spring Rolls with a Mushroom and Vegetable Stuffing

Deep-fried spring rolls with a mushroom and vegetable stuffing.

Vegan
£8.30
2. 椒盐鸡块 Deep-Fried ‘Chicken’ with Salt and Sichuan Pepper

Crispy fried bites seasoned with salt and Sichuan pepper.

Vegan
£8.80
3. 椒盐豆腐 Deep-Fried Tofu with Salt and Sichuan Pepper

Soya.

Vegan
£8.50
4. 口水鸡 Mouthwatering ‘Chicken’ with Celery in a Chilli Oil Dressing

Contains sesame. Cold dish. Very Spicy.

Vegan
£8.60
5. 五彩拉皮 Dongbei sweet potato noodle sheets with slivered vegetables in a spicy sasame sauce

Dongbei sweet potato noodle sheets with slivered vegetables in a spicy sesame sauce.

Vegan
£11.20
6. 锅贴 Fried Pot-Sticker Dumplings

5 pieces.

Vegan
£7.90
7. 红油水饺 Chengdu Vegetable Dumplings in a Spicy Sauce

5 pieces. Chef's special. Contains sesame. Spicy.

Vegan
£8.20
8. 油泼云吞 Wontons in a Spicy Sauce (H)
Vegan
£7.90
9. 夫妻肺片 ‘Man-and-Wife’ Slices in a Spicy Sauce

Vegetarian version of a Chengdu street snack. Contains sesame,peanuts and celery. Cold dish. Very Spicy.

Vegan
£8.50
10. 脆拍黄瓜 Smacked Cucumbers with a Spicy, Garlicky Sesame Dressing

Contains sesame. Cold dish. Spicy.

Vegan
£8.20
11. 香菜木耳 Cloud Ear Mushroom Salad with Coriander and Pickled Chilli

Cold dish. Spicy.

Vegan
£8.20
12. 椒盐杏鲍菇 Fried king oyster mushroom with salt and sichuan pepper

Crisp king oyster mushrooms seasoned with salt and Sichuan pepper.

Vegan
£8.50
13. 手撕杏鲍菇 Hand shredded king oyster mushroom

Tender king oyster mushrooms shredded by hand.

Vegan
£8.20
14. 炝炒藕片 Stir-fried Lotus root slices

Crisp lotus root slices stir-fried to bring out their natural sweetness.

Vegan
£8.60
15. 糖醋藕丁 Lotus root dices in traditional sweet sour dressing

Crisp lotus root dices in a tangy sweet and sour dressing.

Vegan
£8.60
16. 炝炒空心菜 Stir-fried Water Spinach with Chilli and Sichuan Pepper

Spicy water spinach stir-fry with Sichuan pepper. Spicy.

Vegan
£8.20

SOUP

17. 香菌豆腐羹 Mixed Mushroom and Tofu Soup

Mixed mushrooms and tofu in a savory broth.

Vegan
£5.20
18. 鸡茸粟米羹 Sweetcorn Soup with Vegetarian ‘Chicken’

Creamy sweetcorn soup with vegetarian 'chicken' pieces.

Vegan
£5.20
19. 云吞汤 Vegetarian Wonton Soup
Vegan
£5.80
20. 酸辣汤 Sour-and-Hot Soup

Spicy and sour soup made with a variety of ingredients. Spicy.

Vegan
£5.20

Veg Chennai Srilalitha

Veg Chennai Srilalitha specialises in vegetarian cooking inspired by Chennai and the wider traditions of southern India. Dosa are central to the experience, arriving crisp and freshly prepared with sambar and chutneys that bring heat, acidity and fragrance. The broader menu includes soft idli, savoury uttapam, medu vada, curries, rice dishes and chaat, giving both newcomers and experienced diners plenty to explore. The cooking makes confident use of lentils, vegetables, coconut, tamarind and spices, producing food with depth despite the absence of meat. Portions are generous enough for sharing, and groups will get the most from ordering several contrasting dishes. The informal Finchley dining room places attention firmly on the food, making this a valuable destination for vegetarians, families and anyone interested in the regional diversity of Indian cuisine.

Address: 54 Ballards Lane, Finchley, London N3 2BU, United Kingdom

Veg Chennai Srilalitha Menu

All Timers

Idly2 pieces
£5.39

Steamed rice and lentil cakes served with two chutneys and sambar.

Plain Uttapam
£8.09

Thick rice and lentil pancake.

Mushroom Fried Rice
£10.79

Fluffy rice sauteed with onions, capsicum and mushroom.

Veg Pulao
£12.14

Fluffy basmati rice cooked with vegetables and mild Indian spices.

Plain Rice
£5.39

Basmati rice.

Coconut Rice or Tamarind Rice with Pappad
£9.44

Steamed rice mixed with grated coconut, saute spices and sprinkled with salt and steamed rice is mixed with tamarind paste with the tampering of mustard, peanuts, chana.

Panneer Fried Rice or Schezuan Fried Rice
£12.14

Fluffy rice sauteed with cottage cheese.

Veg Biriyani
£12.14

Basmati rice cooked with mixed vegetables and Indian spices.

Curd Rice with Pickle
£9.44

Rice mixed with curd or yogurt, curry leaves and green chillies.

Mixed Veg Sandwich Uttapam
£13.49

Uttapams sandwiched stuffed with mixed veg masala.

Pizza Uttapam
£13.49

Thick rice and lentil pancake spread with pizza sauce,topped with onions, green chillies, capsicum, and cheese.

Cheese Pav Bhaji
£11.46

Spiced mixture of mashed vegetables in a thick gravy, served hot with a soft white bread roll with cheese topping on the bhaji.

Medhu Vada2 pieces
£5.39

Lentil fried doughnut.

Samosa Chaat
£9.44

Steamed chickpeas cooked with onion paste and north Indian spices and a veg samosa. Topped with tamarind & coriander chutney, coriander, curd, and onions.

Pani Puri5 pieces
£6.74

It consists of a round hollow puri filled with a mixture of flavoured water (imli pani) along with potato stuff made of smashed potato and chaat.

Idly Dipped in Sambar2 pieces
£6.74

Steamed rice and lentil cakes dipped in sambar.

Vada Dipped in Rasam2 pieces
£6.74

Lentil fried doughnut dipped in mild spicy South Indian soup.

Idly Dipped in Rasam2 pieces
£6.74

Steamed rice and lentil cakes dipped in rasam.

Ghee Pongal
£9.44

Steamed raw rice and moong lentils smashed, sauteed with ghee, pepper, jeera, and dal garnished with cashew nuts.

Curd Vadai2 pieces
£6.74

Lentil doughnut immersed in sour less yogurt.

Vada Dipped in Sambar2 pieces
£6.74

Lentil fried doughnut dipped in sambar.

Idly (2 Pieces) or Vada (1 Piece)
£8.09

Steamed rice and lentil cakes served with two varieties of chutney, sambar, and one lentil fried doughnut.

Upma
£6.74

Roasted sooji cooked in flavoured and spicy veg with South Indian spices.

Veg Fried Rice
£10.79

Fluffy rice sauteed with shredded vegetables.

Curries

Panneer Butter Masala
£12.14

Cottage cheese cooked with rich butter gravy.

Mix Veg Curry
£10.79

Boiled vegetables mixed with Indian spices cooked with onion paste.

Kadai Panneer
£12.14

Cottage cheese and vegetables cooked with north Indian spices.

Dhal Makhni
£10.79

Black lentils cooked with north Indian spices.

Channa Masala
£10.79

Steamed chick peas cooked with onion paste and north Indian spices..

Aloo Gobi Masala
£10.79

Steamed potato sauteed with onions and north Indian spices.

Alu or Panner Palak
£10.79

Potato cooked with spinach and north Indian spices, cottage cheese cooked with spinach and north Indian spices.

Panneer Kurma
£12.14

Cottage cheese cooked with rich gravy.

Rajma Masala
£10.79

Steamed rajma cooked with onion paste and north Indian spices.

Aloo Fry
£10.79

Steamed potato sautéed with onions and pepper.

Tadka Dhal
£10.79

Lentils cooked with north Indian spices.

Alu or Palak Mutter
£10.79

Potato cooked with peas or spinach cooked with peas.

Gobi or Mutter or Alu Masala
£10.79

Cauliflower cooked with onion paste and north Indian spices.

Kadai Vegetable
£10.79

Vegetable cooked with onion paste and north Indian spices.

Mix Veg Kurma
£10.79

Steamed vegetables cooked with rich gravy.

The Bohemia

The Bohemia is a spacious North Finchley brewpub where beer produced on the premises is accompanied by an appealing menu of modern pub food. Familiar choices such as burgers, wings and fish and chips sit alongside seasonal specials, vegan small plates and a substantial Sunday roast. The food is generous and approachable, making the pub particularly effective for groups whose members may want different styles of meal. Its on-site London Brewing Company operation gives the drinks selection a distinctive local identity, with changing cask and keg beers encouraging repeat visits. The large, characterful interior accommodates everything from a quiet daytime meal to live music, comedy and busy sporting events. Despite its scale, The Bohemia retains the welcoming atmosphere of a neighbourhood pub and remains one of North Finchley’s most versatile places to eat and drink.

Address: 762–764 High Road, North Finchley, London N12 9QH, United Kingdom

The Bohemia Menu

STARTERS & SMALL PLATES

Crispy courgette tempura, soy sauce & wasabi mayo dip (ve) (gf)
Vegan Gluten Free
£7.65
Creamy potato, carrot & celery vegan mayo salad with harissa roasted chickpeas & pickles (ve) (gf)
Vegan Gluten Free
£7.55
Sardines on toasted sourdough dressed in a chilli & lemon salsa
£8.60
Baba ganoush with green olives topped with chimichurri rojo & chargrilled flatbread (ve)
Vegan
£7.45
Beef chilli nachos with guacamole, sour cream & jalapenos
£12.15
Smashed avocado & fried egg on sourdough toast with pickled tomatoes & feta
£8.15
Tempura broccoli vegan wings with a sriracha, hoisin, soy & sesame seed dressing (ve) (gf)
Vegan Gluten Free
£8.25
Double Arancini; ham & bechamel arancini & beef ragu and mozzarella arancini served with arrabiata sauce
£8.80
Burrata with heritage tomatoes, basil & balsamic glaze dressing (v)
Vegetarian
£8.65
Delicatessen board: Prosciutto Crudo di Parma, spicy Calabrian Spianata salami, Milano salami, Tuscan Finocchiona salami, sweet sun-dried figs, roasted peppers, cornichons & red onion salad, breads
£18.45
Dirty fries: skin on fries loaded with melted cheese, house hot & blue cheese sauce (v) (gf)
Vegetarian Gluten Free
£11.75
Korean crispy fried chicken wings with sesame pickles
£9.45

MAIN DISHES

Fish & chips with pale ale battered haddock, mushy peas, tartar sauce & thick cut chips
£17.95
Roasted red onion & halloumi salad topped with papaya and rocket with a soy & honey dressing (v)
Vegetarian
£15.25
Grilled chicken red pepper & aubergine skewers with pickled cucumber, olives & whipped feta dressing (gf)
Gluten Free
£16.95
Roasted spiced cauliflower steak with harissa mayo, chimichurri, rocket & pomegranate salad (ve) (gf)
Vegan Gluten Free
£15.45
Char-grilled 10oz rump steak with chunky chips, grilled tenderstem broccoli & chimichurri (gf)
Gluten Free
£24.45
Hot smoked salmon with pickled fennel, tarragon & horseradish crème fraiche, served with rosemary baked potatoes
£18.45
Slow cooked rack of BBQ pork ribs served with slaw and chips
£18.75

BURGERS

Smoked cheese burger: chuck, rump & bone marrow beef patty, smoked cheddar, lettuce, gherkin
£16.95
Vegan cheese burger: beetroot red pepper & quinoa patty, vegan cheese, lettuce, cucumber, guacamole, wasabi mayo (ve)
Vegan
£16.45
Crispy fried chicken: topped purple slaw & blue cheese sauce, lettuce, cucumber
£16.65
Double crispy bacon blue cheese burger: chuck, rump & bone marrow beef patty, double crispy bacon, lettuce, gherkins, stilton, chip dip
£18.95

SIDES

Skin on fries
£4.95
Chunky chips
£4.95
Mixed leaf salad
£4.75
Slaw
£3.95

DESSERTS

Hot banana tart tartin, Belgian chocolate ice cream
£7.65
Baked mango cheesecake served with tropical mango puree
£7.25
Sorbets: raspberry or mango | Ice creams: dark chocolate, vanilla or strawberry, salted caramel (v)
Vegetarian
£2
Sharing cheese board, selection of British & French cheese, served with house made pineapple chutney, grapes, apple, walnuts, cornichons, honey, crackers & toasted olive bread
£15.25

KIDS MENU

Penne pasta: smothered with homemade tomato sauce & grated cheddar on the side (v)
Gourmet burger: beef burger in a brioche bun with a side of chips
Fish fingers: with chips, beans & peas

Izgara Whetstone

Izgara Whetstone brings traditional Turkish recipes into a comfortable contemporary restaurant close to Totteridge and Whetstone station. Charcoal cooking is at the heart of the menu, lending smoke and caramelisation to lamb, chicken and vegetable dishes. A selection of meze, breads and fresh salads makes the restaurant particularly suitable for communal dining, while larger grilled plates provide substantial main courses for diners who prefer to order individually. Familiar dishes are handled with care, and the menu offers enough choice to accommodate vegetarian guests as well as committed meat eaters. The room has a lively but polished atmosphere, supported by personable service that suits both casual lunches and celebrations. Its balance of generous portions, confident grilling and neighbourhood hospitality has allowed Izgara to build a dependable local following.

Address: 1274 High Road, Whetstone, London N20 9HH, United Kingdom

Izgara Whetstone Menu

Cold Starters

HUMUS (V) (S)

pureed chick peas, tahini, lemon juice & garlic

£6.95
CACIK (V)

chilled yoghurt with cucumber, fresh mint, olive oil & a hint of garlic

£6.95
TARAMA (G)

freshly prepared whipped cod roe

£6.95
IMAM BAYILDI (V)

whole aubergine stuffed with onions, tomatoes, red & green peppers & garlic, cooked in olive oil

£7.95
PATLICAN SOSLU (V)

fried aubergine cubes in a tomato sauce with onion, garlic & mixed peppers

£7.95
BABAGANOUSH (V)

smoked aubergine with tahini, lemon juice & garlic

£7.95
RUSSIAN SALAD (V)

diced carrots, potatoes & peas mixed with mayonnaise

£6.95
MUSHROOM SALAD (V)

button mushrooms with red onions, parsley & peppers in a vinegar & olive oil dressing

£6.95
BEETROOT SALAD (V)

beetroot, yoghurt, mayonnaise, garlic & dill

£6.95
ACILI EZME (V)

finely chopped tomatoes, onions, peppers, parsley with crushed chillies & herbs

£6.95
KISIR (V) (G)

crushed wheat, celery, parsley, peppers, mint & herbs in a dry tomato sauce

£6.95
MIXED COLD MEZE (V)

humus, cacik, tarama, kisir, patlican soslu, babaganoush

£15.95

Hot Starters

SUCUK (G)

char-grilled spicy Turkish sausage

£7.95
MITITE KOFTE

lamb meatballs prepared with fresh herbs

£8.95
HELLIM

grilled Cypriot cheese

£7.95
SIGARA BOREGI (V) (G)

crisp filo pastry filled with feta cheese & finely chopped spinach

£7.95
KALAMAR (G)

fresh squid prepared & fried in batter

£8.95
WHITEBAIT (G)

deep fried whitebait

£7.95
HELLIM & SUCUK

grilled halloumi and spicy Turkish sausage

£8.95
LIVER (G)

(Gluten free option available) freshly prepared fried lamb or chicken liver & onions

Gluten Free
£7.95
ZUCCHINI FRITTERS (V) (G)

courgette, feta cheese, onions, eggs, flour, carrots, mixed & fried, served with kisir

£7.95
HUMUS KAVURMA

sauteed diced lamb in butter served on a bed of humus

£8.95
MIXED HOT MEZE

sucuk, hellim, sigara boregi, kalamar, mitite kofte

£16.95

Charcoal Grill

LAMB SHISH

marinated cubes of lamb, charcoal grilled on skewers

£17.95
CHICKEN SHISH

marinated cubes of chicken breast, charcoal grilled on skewers

£16.95
ADANA KOFTE

spicy minced lamb prepared with herbs, charcoal grilled on skewers

£16.95
COP SHISH

marinated small cubes of diced lamb, charcoal grilled on skewers

£17.95
MIXED SHISH

a selection of lamb and chicken cubes, charcoal grilled on skewers

£19.95
MIXED KEBAB

includes chicken wings, adana, cop shish, lamb chop, chicken breast

£22.95
LAMB CUTLETS

lamb chops seasoned & charcoal grilled

£18.95
LAMB RIBS

charcoal grilled lamb spare ribs

£17.95
CHICKEN WINGS

charcoal grilled chicken wings

£15.95
CHICKEN THIGHS

chicken on the bone seasoned & charcoal grilled on the skewer

£16.95
IZGARA STEAK

tender middle neck lamb steaks charcoal grilled

£19.95

House Specials

LAMB OR CHICKEN BEYTI

choice of spicy ground lamb or chicken seasoned with garlic & parsley

£18.95
BABY CHICKEN

marinated whole baby chicken

£18.95
ISKENDER (G)

(Gluten free option available) choose from marinated spicy minced lamb, diced breast of chicken or small cubes of diced lamb. Charcoal grilled on skewers & bread topped with yoghurt, fresh tomato & butter sauce, served with rice

Gluten Free
£19.95
CHICKEN A LA CRÈME

tender chicken & button mushrooms in a creamy mustard sauce, served with rice

£18.95
ALI NAZIK

sauteed fillet of lamb or chicken breast, with grilled aubergine, red peppers, yoghurt, herbs & garlic, served with rice

£19.95
ISLIM KEBAB

stewed lamb wrapped in aubergine, topped with tomato sauce & served with rice

£19.95
LAMB OR CHICKEN SARMA BEYTI

Minced lamb or chicken seasoned with herbs and garlic char-grilled. Wrapped in bread topped with cheddar cheese and a special Izgara tomato sauce. Drizzled with melted butter. Served with yoghurt and bulgur rice

£19.95

Vegetarian Dishes

VEGETARIAN MOUSSAKA (G)

pancake filled with feta cheese, spinach, milk, egg, flour, topped with tomato sauce & cheddar cheese, served with salad

£16.95
ISLIM TAVA

peppers, onions, mushrooms, courgette, peas, wrapped in sliced aubergine, topped with tomato sauce & served with rice

£16.95
FALAFEL

lightly fried chick peas, parsley, onions, garlic & coriander, served with humus

£15.95
MANTAR DOLMA

flat mushrooms filled with spinach, tomato, onions & hellim. Topped with cheddar cheese, cooked in the oven & served with rice

£16.95
VEGETARIAN KEBAB

char-grilled aubergine, halloumi, mushrooms, onions, courgette & mixed peppers, served with rice

£16.95

Fish Dishes

MIX FISH SHISH

charcoal grilled tuna, salmon, tiger prawns, swordfish, onions and peppers, served with mash potato

£21.95
SALMON

grilled or fried in olive oil & served with salad

£18.95
SEAFOOD STEW

fish stew of diced salmon, tuna, calamari, swordfish & king prawns cooked in garlic butter, peppers, onions and tomato sauce. Served with rice

£21.95
KING PRAWNS

tiger prawns sauteed in ginger, onions, garlic with mushrooms, red & green peppers in herbs & butter. Served with salad

£21.95
SEA BASS

fillet of sea bass, grilled & served with salad

£19.95
SEA BREAM

fillet of sea bream, grilled & served with salad

£19.95

Salads

AVOCADO & HELLIM

avocado, halloumi, tomato, red onion, lettuce, cucumber

£9.95
MIXED SALAD

carrots, cucumber, red cabbage, lettuce and tomato dressed with a pomegranate sauce

£7.95

Matthew’s Kitchen Seafood And Grill

Matthew’s Kitchen Seafood And Grill is an independent, family-run Whetstone restaurant with a strong emphasis on fresh fish and Mediterranean flavours. The menu ranges from simply grilled sea bass and substantial shellfish dishes to lobster linguine, monkfish and carefully prepared seafood platters. Meat and vegetable options ensure that mixed groups are also well served, although fish remains the principal attraction. Preparations tend to be generous and direct, allowing the quality of the seafood to remain clear rather than hiding it beneath unnecessary complication. The welcoming service and intimate dining room give the restaurant a personal character, while the presentation remains polished enough for birthdays and other celebrations. It is a particularly useful local address for diners who want a seafood-focused meal without travelling into central London.

Address: 1288–1290 High Road, Whetstone, London N20 9HJ, United Kingdom

Matthew's Kitchen Seafood And Grill Menu

Sunday Specials

Seafood Paella sharing for two

By popular demand, our freshly made Seafood Paella for Two is back — now every Sunday, perfect for sharing with family or friends. A Spanish classic, full of flavour and cooked with care — with fresh seafood.

£38
Seafood / Chicken & Chorizo Paella sharing for two
£38

Tuesday Specials

Unlimited Mussel Madness

Have as many bowls of mussels as you like. First portion comes with fries, the rest follows with just the mussels. Choose between different flavours of sauces and enjoy!

£26

Starters

Rocket & Parmesan

Balsamic Dressing.

£4.50
Shell-on Tiger Prawns

Chili, garlic, herb butter.

£9.50
Scottish Smoked Salmon
£9.50

Sides

Creamy Mashed Potato
£4.50

Mains

Whole Cornish Dover Sole
£55
Monkfish
£55
Pate
£9
Ravioli
Vegetarian
£18.95
Dover Sole
£6.95
Steak
£6.50
Lobster Linguine

special lobster linguine

Seafood Mixed Grill

Mains Seafood which included more prawns, mussels fish with a side of potatoes

Desserts

Cheesecake
Tiramisu
Chocolate Fondant

Final Thoughts

Barnet’s most rewarding restaurants are distinguished by consistency and a clear sense of purpose. Bonoo and Taste Of Nawab offer two very different expressions of Indian cooking, while Durum and the two Izgara restaurants demonstrate the area’s particular strength in Turkish charcoal grilling. Tofu Vegan and Veg Chennai Srilalitha show that meat-free dining can be varied, generous and deeply satisfying.

The final choice depends on the occasion. The Spaniards Inn and The Bohemia are ideal for relaxed pub dining, Matthew’s Kitchen provides a more intimate seafood experience, and the larger Turkish restaurants are especially well suited to family gatherings. Together, these venues reveal a north London dining scene with considerable variety, strong neighbourhood character and plenty of reasons to explore beyond the city centre.