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Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant, London,

Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant

4.3
4.3
41 Reviews
£26 to £40
Iraqi

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
  • Healthy
Located in the heart of Kensington, Samad Al Iraqi brings the rich and diverse flavors of authentic Iraqi cuisine to London. Our restaurant is dedicated to preserving the culinary heritage of Mesopotamia, offering a unique dining experience that blends tradition with modern elegance.

From our signature Masgouf (grilled Iraqi fish) to flavorful Quzi, Tashreeb, and Kababs, every dish is crafted with the finest ingredients to deliver an authentic taste of Iraq. Our menu also features a variety of traditional appetizers, freshly baked tandoor bread, and aromatic rice dishes.

With a warm and welcoming ambiance inspired by Iraqi cultural heritage, Samad Al Iraqi is the perfect destination for family gatherings, intimate dinners, and special celebrations. We also serve a special breakfast menu on weekends, offering a unique Middle Eastern morning experience.
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What 41 people are saying

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • West London

    Great for brunch

  • West London

    Kid-friendly

  • West London

    Good for groups

Review summary

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Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience with "authentic feel and food" that highlights Iraqi culture. The atmosphere is inviting, and the portions are generous. Despite occasional service hiccups, the "excellent service and very good quality food" ensure a memorable visit. The "Samad special Hummus" is a must-try!

41 Reviews
  1. Ali

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very welcoming experience, food was exquisite, we were served with complementary tea after the meal.

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  2. Catherine

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We were disappointed with the service, which was very poor. No bread was offered at the table, and no tea was provided at the end of the meal, even though the first time we came, we were offered tea at the end. On top of that, the card machine wasn’t working, so we had to walk over two kilometers to withdraw cash. The servers didn’t apologize, even though it was their responsibility to handle such issues, not the customers’. There was no gesture on the bill—no discount, no complimentary item, nothing as compensation. And to make matters worse, the person who collected the bill took the change without giving back the difference. We will not return to this restaurant.

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  3. Vincenza

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great, and I'm still eating it (the portions are abundant for one person, so I took them to go). Especially, the staff very very professional and nice, they all treated me very kindly. Recommended for couples or groups.

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  4. Mahmoud

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food, expensive with poor service, staff isn't friendly.

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  5. Fadi

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice place, very good food, and perfect price and service

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  6. Rana

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I definitely recommend this restaurant, lots of authentic iraqi food. The waiters were very kind.

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  7. Rana

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a nice restaurant with delicious food in terms of quality and quantity but bread was put on all tables but not our table so seemed very weird. In addition tables next to the window was reserved for ten people but no one reserved them or sat at them but they didn’t allow us and other guests from sitting although we had a reservation!

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  8. Hossein

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s an authentic Arabic food especially Iraqi food, delicious and nice staff. Will back again

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  9. boudour

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place is warm welcoming. The staff were nice and polite with beautiful smiles on their faces. The food was amazing and delicious and the size of the portion was enough for 2 people to share. Thanks for all.

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  10. Saif

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A phenomenal experience with very authentic food. Definitely going back.

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FAQs

Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats. Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7602 7070.

Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 41 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
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284/286 Kensington High Street, London, W14 8NZ

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  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Iraqi, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 1:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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