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Sarchnar Restaurant

Middle Eastern restaurantLondon

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(2,139 reviews)

Quick info

+44 20 7724 5577
397 Edgware Rd, London W2 1BT, United Kingdom
£15–30

About Sarchnar Restaurant

Sarchnar Restaurant is a halal Middle Eastern restaurant on Edgware Road in London, serving a menu of 67 dishes. Every meal opens with a round of complimentary starters, among them lentil soup, salad, hummus, and pickled vegetables, followed by fresh bread and a pot of tea included at no extra charge. The kitchen turns out dishes including baba ganush, jajik, and dolma. The entrance is step-free and wheelchair accessible for visitors with mobility needs, and outdoor seating is available for those who prefer to eat outside. It opens daily, and reservations are recommended, as tables can fill even without one booked ahead.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Paid street parking · Parking
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids
  • Dietary
    Vegetarian options

Menu & Prices

67 dishes · mains £4–75
  • Homous£4.95
  • Baba Ganush£4.95
  • Jajik£4.95
  • Tabulah£4.95
  • Lebna£3.95
  • Aubergine Salad£4.95
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Reviews

4.4/5
2,139 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention complimentary tea, complimentary bread and salads, dolma and mixed grill kebab.

5★
1,594
4★
248
3★
102
2★
38
1★
157

Customer Review Summary

Reviewers most often point to the complimentary starters that arrive before the main dishes, a spread of lentil soup, hummus, salads, and fresh baked bread, followed by a round of tea at the end of the meal, with several noting a second cup is only free when the restaurant isn't busy. Close behind, diners repeatedly praise the grilled meats and mixed grill, describing them as juicy with a crisp exterior, and one reviewer specifically enjoyed the lamb neck dolma and kebab as tasting homemade. Several reviews describe returning for decades and recommending the place to family. A recurring complaint centers on the dolma, which multiple reviewers recently found old, fried, and lacking spice, with staff reportedly refusing to swap it for a free salad without an extra charge and dismissing complaints by saying other customers liked it. Others describe rising prices with shrinking portions, slow service on naan bread, and one instance of a takeaway order arriving cold after a disputed minimum-order rule; that same reviewer also reports observing a handshake outside before someone went straight into the kitchen. One diner mentions the restaurant is cash only.

Featured reviews

  • Linda Jamil
    “The best best best place to have a proper Iraqi meal!!! Rich and tasty Iraqi dishes. Just like the ones an Iraqi mom cooks at home. If you genuinely wanna taste the real food from Iraq, you gotta try it here. So proud of this place for keeping it's standards after all these years. I've been ordering food from here for over 20 years now. I remember I used to crave some dishes while I was pregnant and if come here and have what I want. They were always so kind and polite. And the service is quick and everything is freshly cooked.”
  • khatere mohammadi
    “I had a great experience at Sarchnar Restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, full of flavour and perfectly cooked. The service was also excellent — staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. On top of that, the prices are very reasonable for the quality you get. Overall, a fantastic place that I would definitely recommend and will happily visit again.”
  • Haider Alamery
    “The food was outstanding—authentic Iraqi and Kurdish cuisine, full of rich flavors. The owner was incredibly generous and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The staff were polite, friendly, and always smiling. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely come back”
  • Amaan
    “We had the lamb shank and the chicken biryani (which was served with four different stews!) The restaurant also provided lots of complementary appetisers Great food for a great price point. Will definitely be making a return”
  • Kashmala Khan
    “This is the best Kurdish restaurant on this entire street. I always used to pass by this area, but never went in thinking if it would be to my expectations, and if they only accept cash, because I rarely ever carry cash. This time, I’m glad I went in and asked. They do accept card payments for anyone wondering. Every staff member here is so friendly, kind and accommodating. The hospitality here is next level. It’s like you’re back home. The service is great and very efficient. The food arrives very quickly and super fresh. One great thing about this place that is that it offers free appetizers, which includes a bunch of delicious side dishes, a big naan, and a lentil soup bowl to start with. You also get some tea at the end of your meal which is included as part of their hospitality. You don’t have to pay for the 1st cup, and I believe they only do seconds for free only if it’s not busy, which is completely understandable. You get your money’s worth here. I’m so glad I decided to come here and now that I found this gem of a place, I will never be going anywhere else. This is my only favourite restaurant now. Thank you for taking care of me. I’ll be back soon🤍”

Hours

Monday
Tuesday
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Saturday
Sunday

Highlights

  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Popular for solo dining
  • Small plates

Amenities

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Paid street parking
  • Accepts reservations
  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
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  • Dine-in
  • Good for kids
  • Vegetarian options
  • Casual
  • On-site services
  • Late-night food
Dining options· 6
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
Planning· 1
  • Dinner reservations recommended
Offerings· 2
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Atmosphere· 2
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
Accessibility· 1
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
Highlights· 2
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
Facilities· 1
  • Toilet
Crowd· 2
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Parking· 1
  • Parking

Location

Restaurants near Sarchnar Restaurant

Sarchnar Restaurant
£15–30Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsGood for kids
4.42,139
  • 0 mi£10–20Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsGood for kids

    complimentary lentil soup, lamb kuzi, mixed grill

  • 0.1 miWheelchair accessible

    chicken shawarma, mixed grill, complimentary lentil soup

  • 0.2 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleGood for kids

    free lentil soup, fresh Kurdish bread, minced lamb kebab

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