Shelby's Bistro - London

We visited this restaurant to celebrate my father's birthday and we were thoroughly pleased. The food was outstanding—don’t miss the za'atar fries and halloumi fries; they were simply AMAZING! The menu was well thought out, featuring a diverse range of options for both vegans and vegetarians, which worked perfectly for our group. As for the atmosphere, there are two levels that are both cozy yet spacious, thanks to a retractable garage door and additional outdoor seating. It's an excellent choice for groups of any size, with a variety of tables and benches available. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I will definitely return to sample more dishes from the menu.

We ordered the family platter for five people, and it was truly impressive! It was more than enough food for 7 to 9 people, all beautifully prepared. It was a bit pricey, but for the opportunity to sample a variety of dishes, it was definitely worth it.

I sampled the fried halloumi, muhammara, and baba ghanouj, and each dish was exceptional in its own way. The baba ghanouj had a remarkable hint of smokiness from the charcoal it was cooked over, making it the best I’ve ever had in my life. For the main course, we enjoyed koushari along with two plates of grilled meats (shawarma and shish kebab). Each meat was seasoned beautifully and grilled to perfection, while the accompanying salads were fresh and tangy. The hummus served on the side was an excellent addition, and everything was artfully arranged on the plate. For dessert, the knafah was a perfect blend of textures—the cheese was melted to perfection and topped with knafah cooked in a cast iron pan, resulting in a delightful mix of gooeyness in the center and crispiness on top. To call this a mere meal would be an understatement; it was truly an experience—one of the best of my life. I would easily rate the decor and ambiance a 5/5, the waitstaff and chef each also deserve a 5/5, and the food was delicious and beautifully presented, easily earning a 5/5 as well. The chef even came out personally to check on us, which enhanced our enjoyment of the experience even more.

Came here with my family over the weekend and we ordered the family shareable platter, food was delicious and the service was even better! My sister has a food allergy to sesame seeds (which are in a large number of the meals they prepare here) but they did a great job catering to her allergy and platted what they could for her on a separate plate (this food was still part of the platter). Was very nice trying something new, would definitely recommend.

Amazing food, good price, good quality, and quantity. Baba ghannouj was to die for, and the staff were really nice. Owner was welcoming and cared about our dining experience, and even supplied an appetizer on the house. I will be back, and would recommend bistro to anyone