Alounak
44 Westbourne Grove
London
W2 5SH
uk
51.514839338074
-0.19274502982376
020 7229 4158
Alounak
44 Westbourne Grove
London, W2 5SH
Nearest Transport: Bayswater
020 7229 4158
The popularity of these restaurants with Middle Eastern locals is a good pointer to the quality of the Iranian cuisine at Alounak. All the dishes on the menu are Halal dishes and are very reasonably priced and served in an authentic atmosphere. They are BYO (Bring Your Own) restaurants. A takeaway and delivery service is also provided.
Reviews for Alounak
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5
Alounak
44 Westbourne Grove
London
W2 5SH
uk
15th January 2008
Authentic Persian Cuisine
We dined at Alounak last Friday evening. The traditional Iranian kebabs and the bread were very good, and we also enjoyed two of the day's special dishes (Gormeh Sabzee and Bamyeh), which are rotated on a daily basis.
There were three waitresses circling the tables, so the service was attentive, friendly and prompt.
By the time we were ready to leave there was a queue at the door (always a good indication), so I would recommend arriving early on a Friday night.
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5
Alounak
44 Westbourne Grove
London
W2 5SH
uk
1st August 2007
Best Persian Restaurant in Town
By far the favourite Persian restaurant in town and conveniently located in central London. Great meat (all of it is great, chicken or lamb, diced, sliced or minced!). Lovely saffron rice. Again great Naan bread - a must for a persian restaurant in my view! The best of all is the Mast-o-khiar (like Tzaziki) cucumbers, thick yoghurt, garlic and mint. And the Torshi (pickles). For a persian restaurant the starters are delicious, as Persian food tends to focus more on the main course. Also try the herb salad with feta cheese and walnuts (Paneer Sabzi).
A meal will cost you about 20 double a meal in Behesht but its worth it. Food never disappoints, service is great, location is much more accessible and there's plenty to do after dinner in the area.
Downside? Always busy and restaurant doesn't accept reservations. Difficult to accommodate big groups but great for a date or a small group 2-6. Sometimes you have to wait outside until a table is free. Also no alcohol served :(
Also if anyone is interested there's a great book shop nearby next to the Kufa Gallery called Al Saqi which has a variety of Arabic and English books centered around Middle Eastern culture, politics, poetry etc.. :)
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5
Alounak
44 Westbourne Grove
London
W2 5SH
uk
3rd November 2006
Persian delight
Traditional Iranian food at its best! Reasonably priced and served in an authentic atmosphere(rusticated brickwork, hanging bauble lights)! A must starter to try is mirza ghazemi (char-grilled aubergine with fried onion and garlic) with a fresh bread made on premises! grilled meat and kebabs menu would leave a vegetarian a bit hungry;)
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