The Barbary - (Near Westminster, South East)

5 /5 Xanthe: This is hands down my favourite restaurant in London. I have dined here over the years alongside their sister restaurants and it’s just the best. The food is always incredible and the staff are amazing. I always feel welcomed in this establishment. They are attentive and great to see the kitchen in action as you dine. I have never had a bad experience here and honestly I don’t think I ever will. 10/10!

5 /5 S S: The Barbary is a delight! The sharing plates were beautifully presented, with interesting flavours and creative, well-thought-out recipes. Every dish had something unique to offer, it truly did not disappoint. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a vibrant, communal dining experience with bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavours.

5 /5 Matt ONeill: Small counter style restaurant serving amazing North African and Southern European style dishes in a bustling environment. Friendly staff, who were very flexible in accommodating a walk in for party of two. Cauliflower and octopus dishes highly recommended, but every dish is packed with flavour and delicious. Location right in the centre of London, perfect for before/after theatre. Booking recommended as there are limited spaces. The countertop dining by the kitchen makes for a great experience.

3 /5 Gargi Talukder: This place had been on my saved list for a long time, so I was really looking forward to it, especially since my brother booked it for my birthday dinner. Unfortunately, the experience was a bit disappointing. The setup and seating arrangements felt odd. I think it’s a perfect spot for a date night, but if you’re going with a group for a proper meal, the layout isn’t ideal. We tried to change our table from three to four people and ended up waiting about half an hour, as they didn’t have the right seating available, which is understandable but still inconvenient. That said, the customer service was exceptional throughout. The food was really good and beautifully presented. My brother and sister-in-law felt some dishes were a bit too salty, but overall the flavours were strong and enjoyable. Pricing was on the expensive side around £175 for four people, including two starters, four mains, and drinks. Would I come back? Probably not. But would I recommend it for an intimate, cozy date night? Absolutely.

5 /5 Lara pimentel: Lovely spot for dinner! The Naan and the dips were amazing, the halloumi was delicious (the sauce was something else!), the miso Broccoli was definitely missing the miso flavour on the sauce, but it was good regardless. The black salmon was really good, although I believe it is a bit too small. The desserts were very good, the Kunafe was on point, and the tart was very delicious as well. Overall, I definitely recommend this place, and would definitely come back to try more things on the menu! P.S. the playlist was pretty good