Kibele Restaurant
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About Kibele Restaurant
Kibele Restaurant is a Turkish restaurant on Great Portland Street, serving a menu of 21 dishes that spans classic and modern preparations. The mezze course includes hummus and calamari, alongside sigara böreği and muhammara, and mains run to mixed grill platters of chicken and lamb shish, spicy skewers, wings, cutlets, and ribs, served with rice, bulgur, and salad. Cizbiz kofte, grilled minced lamb and beef patties, comes with creamy potatoes, and Turkish coffee is offered alongside pistachio baklava. A downstairs lounge hosts live music, cabaret, belly dancing, and fire dance performances through the evening. Table service continues throughout the meal, with staff checking in periodically. Reservations are recommended, as the room gets busy and a wait for tables is common. A private dining room accommodates groups, dogs are welcome, and the entrance is step-free for visitors with mobility needs. Outdoor seating is available and decorated for occasions, and both takeaway and delivery let diners eat off site.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs available
- DietaryServes organic dishes · Serves vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
21 dishes · mains £30–30- Mixed Grill D G£30
- Turkish Tea
- Kunefe N
- Hummus
- Calamari
- Turkish Coffee
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live music and belly dancer, mezze platters, mixed grill kebabs and pistachio baklava.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live music and belly dancer, mezze platters, mixed grill kebabs and pistachio baklava.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently point to the mixed grill platters and kebabs as the standout, with several calling them the best they've had in London, and the sharing platter of chicken and lamb shish, wings, and ribs draws particular praise for generous portions. Mezze starters come up repeatedly too, especially hummus, calamari, and sigara böreği, alongside desserts like pistachio baklava and rice pudding with coconut ice cream. Close behind the food, diners describe a lively atmosphere built on live music, belly dancing, and fire dance performances that turn birthdays and anniversaries into memorable nights, with staff frequently singing happy birthday or offering complimentary upgrades and treats. Service is repeatedly singled out as attentive and warm, with servers checking in regularly and one owner described going out of his way to apologize personally for a slow wait between courses and offering drinks, dessert, and vouchers afterward. That same review is the only one noting a delay between starters and mains, with reviewers otherwise reporting food arriving promptly. The recurring close is staff bringing out cakes or singing to mark celebrations on the spot.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently point to the mixed grill platters and kebabs as the standout, with several calling them the best they've had in London, and the sharing platter of chicken and lamb shish, wings, and ribs draws particular praise for generous portions. Mezze starters come up repeatedly too, especially hummus, calamari, and sigara böreği, alongside desserts like pistachio baklava and rice pudding with coconut ice cream. Close behind the food, diners describe a lively atmosphere built on live music, belly dancing, and fire dance performances that turn birthdays and anniversaries into memorable nights, with staff frequently singing happy birthday or offering complimentary upgrades and treats. Service is repeatedly singled out as attentive and warm, with servers checking in regularly and one owner described going out of his way to apologize personally for a slow wait between courses and offering drinks, dessert, and vouchers afterward. That same review is the only one noting a delay between starters and mains, with reviewers otherwise reporting food arriving promptly. The recurring close is staff bringing out cakes or singing to mark celebrations on the spot.
Featured reviews
- Angela
“I had an amazing time with my friend celebrating her recent graduation. Food was amazing and Mona was a lovely hostess and waitress!”
- Shanelle Scott
“Amazing night at Kibele! The atmosphere was incredible, with a fantastic live band, an amazing acrobat, and a Samba dancer who made the evening so much fun. The food was outstanding everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. Great service, great entertainment, and a brilliant overall experience. Highly recommend!”
- Ravi Haria
“Had a fantastic experience at Kibele. The atmosphere was warm, stylish, and relaxed — the kind of place you instantly feel comfortable in. The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavour from start to finish. A special mention to our hostess, Nur, who provided exceptional service — welcoming, attentive, and genuinely made the evening feel extra special. Really happy with the whole experience and I’ll definitely be back.”
- Buse Dastan
“Kibele serves amazing Turkish food. As a Turkish person, I can confidently recommend it to anyone looking for authentic flavors. The live music was fantastic and created a great atmosphere. The DJ performance, however, wasn’t quite on the same level as the live band. If you’re looking for delicious Turkish cuisine and excellent live music, this place is definitely worth a visit!”
- Zara G.
“Jama made our experience extra special today. It was a last minute booking and totally worth it. The food was exceptionally good and the top-notch service made it even more special. Thank you. We’ll be coming more!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Vibrant eatery offering classic & modern Turkish cuisine plus cocktails, live music & belly dancing.”
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed outside
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- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Offerings· 16
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Has free water refills
- Serves happy-hour drinks
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Serves organic dishes
- Has private dining room
- Has salad bar
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Family-friendly· 4
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
- Service options· 2
- Offers delivery
- On-site services available
- Dining options· 8
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Accessibility· 4
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
- Highlights· 7
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Good for watching sport
- Facilities· 2
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 5
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Plenty of parking
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Restaurants near Kibele Restaurant
- Steak & Lobster Warren Street4.52,2480.3 mi£20–70Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsWheelchair accessible
breakfast buffet, lobster, fillet steak
- 0.3 miWheelchair accessible
cretan pot salad, tender lamb dishes, beef tartare
- Agrodolce London4.81,0030.3 miReservations
tiramisu, pasta cooked al dente, cacio e pepe
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kibele RestaurantGood for kids · Reservations | 4.74,043 | — | £30–90 | live music and belly dancer, mezze platters, mixed grill kebabs |
| Steak & Lobster Warren StreetOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.52,248 | 0.3 mi | £20–70 | breakfast buffet, lobster, fillet steak |
| 1905 London, Greek/Cretan RestaurantWheelchair accessible | 4.7464 | 0.3 mi | — | cretan pot salad, tender lamb dishes, beef tartare |
| Agrodolce LondonReservations | 4.81,003 | 0.3 mi | — | tiramisu, pasta cooked al dente, cacio e pepe |
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