Sufi

London’s Iranians are prepared to trek across town for a table at this neighbourhood gem. Sufi’s interior may not dazzle – sand-coloured walls, pot plants & shisha pipes set the tone, along with some bizarre artwork – but the food comes in generous portions at low prices. Big bowls of traditional Persian soup kick things off, perhaps alongside some bread & punchy Middle Eastern dips. To follow, the charcoal grill turns out huge, flame-licked kebabs of marinated lamb & chicken, as well as a line-up of fish dishes all expertly cooked over the roaring coals. Hearty stews are there to warm the chillier nights, while Persian ice creams & sorbets offer an alternative to baklava for dessert. Delightful, lightning-fast service helps explain why the restaurant does a roaring trade in takeaways too.