Noreen is a contemporary restaurant inspired by the Arabian Peninsula and the Levant at 28 to 32 St Christopher's Place in Marylebone. Its name means two bright lights, reflecting the way the kitchen brings together culinary traditions from two neighbouring regions. Warm interiors and a sharing style menu create a refined but relaxed setting for lunch, dinner and weekend breakfast.
Mezze provides a colourful start to the meal. Hummus is joined by versions topped with slow cooked short rib or spiced minced lamb, while muhammara combines roasted pepper, walnuts and pomegranate molasses. Burnt aubergine purée, whipped feta, avocado labneh, falafel, halloumi and lamb kubbe offer a broad mix of creamy, crisp, smoky and fresh flavours to share with soft flatbread.
The minqala grill produces garlic and thyme chicken, boneless chicken thighs, minced beef and lamb kebabs, lamb rump and king prawns. Mandi pairs braised lamb shoulder with smoked bukhari rice, crisp shallots and tomato daqoos, while machbus brings prawns to an aromatic rice pilaf with coriander and dried lime. Fattoush and a date, spinach and pecan salad provide bright accompaniments.
Regional ideas continue through dessert and drinks. Kunafa layers kataifi pastry with pistachio, akkawi cheese and floral syrup, while rose, mastic and chocolate tahini ice creams offer lighter finishes. Arabian coffee carries saffron and cardamom aromas, and karak chai adds gentle spice. Cocktails and a carefully chosen wine list complete an experience built around generous hospitality and food designed for the table.
Address: 28 to 32 St Christopher's Place, Marylebone, London W1U 1NU, United Kingdom
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