Opuz Kitchen & Bar Hemel

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  Mohammed Hazara

  ·3 weeks ago

  “We had a group lunch of 23 people at Opuz Kitchen Hemel over the weekend, and it was our first time visiting the restaurant. We were genuinely impressed with the whole experience. The food was excellent — everything was full of flavour, portions were generous, and the food came out quickly despite the size of our group. The quality and portion sizes made it excellent value for money, and everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed their meals. I specifically enjoyed the Borek and the Mixed Shish. A special mention absolutely has to go to Aysh, who provided outstanding service throughout. She was incredibly attentive, friendly and professional, and went above and beyond to accommodate our special requests. She kept everything organised and made sure that the entire lunch ran smoothly, which made a huge difference when catering for such a large group. It was clear that Aysh genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience, and she handled everything with a smile and a fantastic attitude. Her service really made the occasion even more special. Overall, a fantastic first experience at Opuz Kitchen Hemel. Great food, generous portions, good value and exceptional service — especially from Aysh. We would definitely come back and would happily recommend the restaurant to others.”

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  Natalie Sussex (NSVocals)

  ·2 months ago

  “Had an amazing impromptu dinner here with my daughter. Right from entering the building the staff were lovely. Our server Aysh was very attentive and having explained my allergens (not the top 14!) she went above and beyond to make sure my food was free of them. It was also very good value for money for what we had: starter and main for myself and main and dessert for my daughter. When I next come back to Hemel Hempstead I will definitely be coming back here.”

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  Amber Marsh

  ·3 months ago

  “Honestly food was amazing, but the service was incredible. Lauren was an absolute angel and because of her and the other lovely staff, we’ll definitely be coming back. Thanks so much Lauren and team for a lovely evening!”

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  Marcel Lankas

  ·3 months ago

  “Back again at my favourite restaurant, and once again it didn’t disappoint! The food is absolutely outstanding – fresh, full of flavour, and beautifully presented every time. The mixed grill was cooked to perfection, the meze selection was delicious, and the freshly baked bread with dips was the perfect start. What really makes this place special is the warm atmosphere, friendly staff, and welcoming people. You always feel looked after, and it’s somewhere you genuinely look forward to coming back to. Highly recommended if you’re looking for amazing food and a fantastic dining experience. Can’t wait for my next visit! 👏🍽️🥂”

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  Andrew Barrett

  ·3 months ago

  “An absolutely perfect evening. We went for our anniversary celebration. The staff, led by Aysh, took such good care of us. We started with the dips appetizer and it was huge! Each one tasted better than the next, with the most fluffy and delicious pita bread. But then our entree arrived. We splurged and shared the Just the Two of Us - featuring a seemingly endless display of chicken and lamb variations. This had to be some of the best food we have ever eaten. Perfectly cooked and seasoned, lamb ribs, skewers, chicken, wings, it just went on and on with the fluffiest white rice we've ever eaten. At the end, the staff surprised us with an anniversary dessert of chocolate cake and baklava. We felt so lucky have found this beautiful restaurant with the most welcoming and exceptional staff. Thank you, Ashe, for going above and beyond and making us feel so special. I wish this kind of first class service and food for everyone!”

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  Parpalov Estera

  ·4 months ago

  “We visited Opuz for our anniversary and had an amazing experience. I ordered the lamb ribs and my husband had the mixed grill, and both dishes were absolutely delicious. The food was cooked perfectly and full of flavour. The atmosphere was wonderful, and the staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. We especially appreciated that they allowed us to bring our own celebration cake and kindly served it for us, which made our special evening even more memorable. Excellent food, outstanding service, and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommended!”

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  Traveller

  ·4 months ago

  “We’ve visited Opuz Kitchen & Bar several times now, and somehow it gets better every time. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and perfect for a relaxed meal with family or friends. The restaurant has a lovely ambience, and the staff are always attentive, friendly, and professional without being intrusive. The food is the real highlight. Every dish we’ve tried has been full of flavour, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. You can tell that a lot of care goes into both the ingredients and the preparation. Whether it’s the starters, mains, or desserts, the quality is consistently excellent. We always leave impressed and already looking forward to our next visit. What stands out most is the consistency. It’s rare to find a restaurant where you enjoy the experience more each time you go, but Opuz Kitchen & Bar manages exactly that. The menu offers a great variety of dishes, and there’s always something new to try while still enjoying old favourites. Overall, Opuz Kitchen & Bar is a fantastic restaurant that delivers great food, excellent service, and a wonderful dining experience every time. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quality meal in the area. We’ll definitely be returning again soon!”

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  Kris Fox

  ·4 months ago

  “Staying in Hemel Hempstead for the weekend we came here by being attracted by the amazing aroma wafting up the street. Being a friday evening around 1900, thought getting a table might be a pinch as they were very busy. Table for 2 no problem. Walking to the table we passed the open grill full of skewers of lamb and chicken giving off a most delicious scent indeed. We ordered the ''just the 2 of us'' platter, whilst waiting, some flatbread and a couple of dips, chilli and a creamy one like raita/ranch came. The chilli one was very fresh indeed with a real kick, not for us that one 🤯. Once our platter arrived, a very generous portion of 2 of 4 peices each. Everything tasted amazing with a lovely smokey char to it. I've never had such nice lamb indeed, so tender with a rich deep flavour. It all came with rice, bulgar wheat and a salad. Again, brilliant quality. Tried the bulgar for the first time ever and was pleasently suprised that I liked it. All in all a really really good meal of an exceptional quality, with service to match. Been craving a turkish for a while now, not that common at home, certainley quashed my craving 😋 Thank you team Opuz for a lovely evening meal, next time we're down here, we'll be back 😁”

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  Didem Kisen

  ·4 months ago

  “We visited the restaurant at around 3pm for a late lunch. Upon arrival, the atmosphere among some of the staff seemed somewhat unprofessional. Conversations between colleagues felt more like a group of friends socialising than a workplace environment. In addition, some staff members were smoking directly outside the front of the restaurant, which did not create the most welcoming first impression. However, I would like to mention that the staff member who served us directly was polite, professional, and very pleasant throughout our visit. As we were only looking for a light meal, we ordered the mixed platter, expecting it to be sufficient based on the menu description. Unfortunately, the portion size did not match our expectations, particularly considering the £30 price tag. At the time of our visit, we were the only customers in the restaurant, yet our food took over 30 minutes to arrive. Later, when we ordered tea, it took more than 20 minutes to be served. By then, only one other couple had entered the restaurant. Given the number of staff present, the service felt unusually slow. Overall, while the staff member serving us was lovely and professional, the service was disappointing, the waiting times were excessive, and the prices felt very high for what was provided. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not reflect the standards we would expect for the prices being charged.”

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  shravani kolluri

  ·5 months ago

  “Had a lovely experience at Opuz Kitchen & Bar. Big thanks to AYSH for the amazing hospitality and service she made us feel really welcome and looked after throughout the evening. Great food, great atmosphere, and great people. Highly recommend!”