Shakara is a contemporary West African restaurant and cocktail bar at 66 Baker Street in Marylebone. Its polished dining room presents the ingredients and traditions of the region through modern technique, thoughtful plating and a lively sense of occasion. Dinner can move from small plates into grilled meat or seafood, with distinctive sides and drinks completing the experience.
Opening dishes introduce many of the menu's central flavours. Iru wasabi grilled prawns combine seafood with aromatic seasoning, while hot honey wings offer crisp texture and sweet heat. Moi moi celebrates the classic steamed cake made from blended black eyed beans, peppers and spices, and lamb or beef suya skewers bring tender meat together with the warm fragrance of their spice blend.
Main courses may include grilled lamb chops, monkfish with ayamase and smoked chicken yassa, each interpreted with carefully composed sauces and accompaniments. Shakara jollof rice and fried sweet plantain provide two essential sides, while crispy okra and seasonal greens add contrast. The selection gives vegetables a meaningful place alongside the restaurant's meat and fish dishes.
Desserts continue the creative approach through combinations such as apple crumble with chin chin and vanilla ice cream. At the bar, house cocktails draw on zobo, mango, guava and other vivid flavours, supported by wine and alcohol free creations. Private dining and a dedicated downstairs bar also make Shakara suitable for celebrations as well as a focused evening meal.
Address: 66 Baker Street, Marylebone, London W1U 7DJ, United Kingdom