I really like this place, the food is good, the service is excellent and the vibe is super nice. The music is trendy and it’s often packed. Good spot
It's The Veggie Option
+3.5
Souk is tucked away on a side street just off the Seven Dials in the Covent Garden area of London. It is like a little pocket of North Africa in the centre of the city. First, you walk through a covered terrace full of shisha pipes and cushions, before reaching the main restaurant which itself is beautifully decorated in a similar vein.
A excellent place to go. Great atmosphere and the place itself is good. Nice interior designs. The lamb steak was good. The chicken tagine could been more spicy.
I loved the place. With middle eastern music in the background, belly dancing as entertainment and amazing food, there is nothing more that you will need here.
I tried the Casablanca feast menu as our server recommended this to us. The meze consists of pitta bread, falafel, humous, vine leaves n salad. The pitta bread was warm and fresh. The falafel tasted too good. It has been ages that I tasted original falafels freshly prepared. By the time meze was finished, frankly i was full but mains were yet to come.
The mains contained tagine of chick peas, tangine of chicken, couscous, lamb. I particularly liked the lamb and tagine of chick peas.
We finished our dinner with bakhlava and Moroccan mint tea.
Amazing service, great food and lovely warm and welcoming.. Will go again
Really great food, wonderful atmosphere, a little pricey. Electronic shisha that you can smoke inside
Not a bad little hidden local in Covent Garden. I had walked past this place a number of times as I work in the neighbourhood, and it always looked interesting - especially being hidden off the side of Neal's Yard. I went with a friend and we had a table downstairs on a Friday night. The service was not bad and the starters we had (orange, feta & olive salad; an aubergine dish; and haloumi, were all very nice). The main course of Red Mullet Tajine was okay, and the deserts (go for the homemade ones, not the cakes which are bought in) were nice too. The tables and chairs are very low (so beware tall men!) and the place has a very nice vibe. They belly dancer came around 8pm and was fun too. Good place for friends to catch up or a good spot for a first date.
Would not go for a romantic date but great for an office party! Good food, ambience and service for a large number.
We noticed that the quality of the couscous is not always the same and can be sometimes not quite as good. There are probably several chefs… It remains really good anyway!
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I absolutely love this place. It is a Lebanese restaurant, which you will be able to tell as soon as you walk in. There has been a lot of thought put into the décor, there are red curtains, a tarot card reader by the entrance and lots of patterns. lanterns are used for the decorations as well as lighting.
We were greeted by a friendly waiter and he took us to our table, which was very comfortable and had lots of pattern cushions o the chairs. My friend and I both ordered the lamb tagine because it looked so good on the menu.
Food arrived within 5 minutes and the tagine was just perfection. There was so much flavour in everything, the lamb was seasoned and cooked well, the vegetables were seasoned well and the sauce was amazing. Food gets a 10/10.
This place has such a nice ambiance that my friend and I just sat there for a while chatting after we had finished eating. The lighting creates such an intimate setting and with music in the background, which was very calm, and not too loud, and I found it to be very relaxing. So the atmosphere gets a 10/10 too.
If you want to smoke shisha there is a different branch you can go to, but his place is perfect if you wan to have dinner. The service was exceptional and I would definitely recommend this place.
I have to agree that the atmosphere is the main selling point. Beautifully decorated to immerse you, but all the cushions, intricate patterns and rich colours aren't enough to encourage the same level of impressiveness when it comes to taste.
The lamb skewers were nice but my the stuffed chicken with ratatouille was underwhelming.
You won't believe where you've walked into after seeing the shop front. I felt like I was in Morocco from the moment I stepped in! The beautiful traditional interior creates an incredible setting, with 3 floors of seating - each level has it's own feel about it.
There is a selection of dishes to choose from. Two of my visits were for a birthday party so we had the set menu which comes with 3 courses and a selection of dishes which can be shared. Unfortunately the food doesn't always match up to expectations, as I found most of the dishes to be quite bland and tasteless.
The staff are helpful and friendly, and do their best to keep up with the rush during evenings. There is also live entertainment from belly dancers during the evenings which adds to the experience!
The price is expected for a Central London restaurant, you're better off leaving it for an occasion. Party bookings are very popular here.
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Souk Medina's greatest advantange is its interior — it's a lovely place reflecting its Moroccan cuisine with its own atmosphere. Comfy sitting in pleasant surroundings.
There are a few vegetarian options, clearly marked in the menu by (V). I opted for Express Lunch, which gives you a choice between three/four starters and three main dishes. I had harrira soup for a starter. It was a bit spicy — peppery, I'd say. Very delicious. It was served in a small bowl with pieces of pitta bread and a thick slice of lemon. There seemed to be a bit too much bread, or too little soup. I swear I could eat 4 times bigger bowl and still have appetite for more!
For the main course I chose the only veggie option available: moussaka. It was a smallish piece served warm with a tiny bowl of cold salad of cabbage, garbanzo beans, caulliflower, and some other vegetables.
Yes, "small" is a word that repeats a lot in my review(s). The food was good. The moussaka was quite nice and the soup was fantastic, but the sizes were more like samples for tasting rather than to fill you up.
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This place gets a lot of mixed reviews. I have been a few times and have contrasting experiences and overall views on each visit. One of the main reasons that could affect your experience is where are seated and the time of week you visit. There are 3 floors to this very large and Moroccan themed restaurant and bar. The traditional and authentic Decor adds to the experience and atmosphere of being in a foreign land. There are 3 levels, a top floor balcony style area, the large main floor and the low light basement style cave.
The seats downstairs are very small and the table is low which means your knees are hitting the table and is rather uncomfortable. You have to keep leaning forward to get your food, people with a bad back you have been warned!
As for the food it can be best described as average and some what disappointing. Most food lacks flavour and the quality of meats tends to be poor. Again, its hit and miss. I know my arab food well, the best test of any place is how good the chicken wings are, if you can't get that right you might be in trouble. Here the wings where "just okay" nothing to shout about. A few points are scored on presentation. I'm having hard time recalling on how good the food i ordered was as i came here on my birthday last year. (Sept 12) It was with a group of 8 , I ordered the Lamb Cutlets and well again the word disappointing comes to mind, it just lacked any imagination or taste. Not very memorable - which is why im finding it hard to talk about the food. This place is mainly for the experience, one of these experiences is the Belly Dancing.
Another area that needs improvement is service and staff attitude, theres 2 extremes, either food takes too long or they bring starters and mains out together.
Like many diners i used my tastecard and got 50% off the food, i wouldn't even consider eating here if it wasn't for my trusty tastecard.
Food - 3
Atmosphere - 4.5
Service - 3
Value - 3.5
I went to Souk Medina with a group of old friends for a catch up having heard good things. We weren't disappointed, the Casablanca menu provided a good variety of food, no need for the usual dilemma of having to decide what to get, as you get a little bit of everything. The service was really good, as one of us had been delayed on a train travelling back to London, and they handled it well making sure food was prepared from the instant the last person arrived. Will be back!
Visited the place with friends in March 2013.
I just loved it. Food, ambience and not to forget enjoyed the belly dancing. I would recommend it for a romantic night out or for chit chat with friends.
Lot of variety for vegetarians as well.
Book the place ahead on Thursday/Friday and Saturday nights to avoid long queues.
I love this place for its ambiance. Belly dancing, low floor seating, and a perfect seating for leisurely dinner complemented by dim lighting (maybe too dim - I had to peer at what I was putting in my mouth).
I went here on Vday with my wife and had a good time, You can also shake your leg and show some moves if you up to it One line of caution, the website seems to show some really hot dancers, the reality may be well er.. just more real :)
Also dont miss the Baklava and lamb tangerine, both did the trick for me!
Delicious Moroccan food and lovely service. Visited for a catch up with friends and our group shared the Marrakesh and Casablanca feasts which we all really loved. Our service was kind and attentive, offering excellent recommendations. I am not sure why others have given low reviews but we loved our experience and would certainly come back.
Superb restaurant, had the lamb and chicken tagines with cous cous for main courses as part of a 4 course set menu. All the food was delicious, big portion sizes, we could barely finish. Hummus, halloumi, and yoghurt with bread for starter, Baklava for dessert was great too and finished off with a nice mint tea.
Interior is lovely, very authentic Moroccan, relaxing and vibrant atmosphere. Amazing value for money, using Tastecard.
Service was outstanding and friendly from Mehdi and Walid. Thank you guys, we will be back again and reccomend this place to everyone.
The food was amazing ! Tagine was not as good as what you get in Morroco, but still really nice for London. Hummus lacked slight salt but its good for those with hypertension - so no complaints. Really nice vibe ✨️
Walid and Mehdi made us feel at home in this cosy Moroccon restaurant. Food was excellent with large portions.
Will certainly go back.
This is an amazing experience. A little piece of Marakesh in the heart of London. The staff are exquisite and the food is absolutely wonderful . I would whole heartedly, recommend this place.. if not of the belly dancing and the food and the tea and the baklava ...... then, at least, for the wonderful staff who make the experience just so special.
Brilliant restaurant, delicious food, excellent service and reasonable prices. Lovely decor inside. Very authentic.
This spot is a hidden gem that transports you to the vibrant and flavourful world of Middle Eastern and North African cuisine. From the warm and attentive service to the visually stunning and delicious dishes, every aspect of the dining experience at Souk Restaurant is carefully crafted to impress. Step into Souk Restaurant and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
What a gem of a place my friend and I found for a pre-theatre dinner very close to St Martins theatre on Monday! The authentic Moroccan decor, delicious food was a lovely surprise and we really felt like we were in Morocco with the local music playing in the background! Our young very attentive waiter was a relative of the owner, very sweet guy. My coat even matched the beautiful upholstery haha! 😁
The food was tasty! We ordered from the set menu and had the Marrakech feast, my gosh it was a feast for kings! The food was fresh and service we got was great. The Mint tea was delicious as well! Will definitely be coming back and with more people to share the feast! We only managed to get a picture of starters and we was too excited to tuck into the Tagine!
Starter mezze served hot, the falaffel light and crispy without being dry, the halloumi (or another, similar cheese?) evenly fried. There’s warm pita bread and mild nutty hummus on demand. Personnel very friendly, arab-speaking (Moroccan) and laid back. Service is generally well timed. We had the Marrakech menu with lamb and chicken tagine. The broth was slightly sweet and needed balancing with a dollop of harissa. One of us had a glass of Oulod Thalek (sorry if i misspell the name, it’s a full wine, a bit like a Gamay) and the other had fresh mint tea. To conclude the meal, a selection of baklava that was small yet satisfactory, our bellies filled to the brim. Disclaimer: I have never visited North Africa but having lived many years in Paris i felt that Souk provides similarly authentic flavours.
Staff are great , good service. We had the lamb wrap with fries which was mostly good but the pickled salad inside the wrap has a little too much acid running through it. The fish tagine with rice was delicious and loved the clay pots they were served in. Have an authentic feel to the meal
We had this deal with groupon it was the best deal we had cuz the dish were very tasty and I really liked the starter and the fried ring with a lot of taste and a great texture. The houmous was good too! I didn’t had the time to take the desert in pic but it was cute with the tea !
We delight in good Moroccan food. We were not disappointed. The selection was great. Our dinners were all we hoped for. Our server was extremely helpful and friendly. I hope your experience will be at least as good.
Pricey but tasty and served on vibrant and colourful dishes. Overall good experience. We had a lovely vegetable tagine and mixed grill plus meze. I strongly recommend mint tea: is delicious. However wine choices are not at same level as rest of the menu.
Great, authentic Moroccan food that does not fail to satisfy. The service was super friendly and helpful. Not very busy when we went for a late lunch on a weekday and it's always a nice atmosphere.
Delicious food, great service, my partner felt like she was back in Morocco for a moment
Thank you, enjoyed it a lot!
Reasonably priced too, expect to spend 30pp approx.
We had the marrakesh feast, yummy.
Also, the portions are generous, got to pack some to take home to eat for lunch the next day!
Extremely impressed by Souk. The menu is very inclusive. The way how staff are attentive with allergens is incredible.
We ordered a lot from the menu. We were stuffed at the end. High quality and good portion size. So impressed with this restaurant. Authentic middle Eastern decor and vibe. Hummus, vegetable tagine, prawns, sardines, falafel salad - all delicious!
I will be coming back for sure.
Table and chairs were comfortable, temperature, ambience, friendly staff.
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