Tel: 0207 229 0806

This delightful restaurant sits nicely on an interesting corner of west London which is dotted with places to eat. Al Waha sits proudly as one the flagships of the area. In comparison to the noisy, somewhat tedious hussle and bussle of Edgware road where too many of the renown Lebanese restaurants can be found, this little corner of London is a haven of quietness and eating here really feels very pleasant indeed.
Reserving is highly recommended as each time I have eaten here the place has filled up very quickly with 'in the know' locals. There are plentiful waiters on hand, who are definitely needed judging by the amount of dishes that make their way from the kitchen to the hungry clientele. They'd be better looking if they smiled bit more though.

Too many to mention but broad beans in garlic and oil, hummous, dips of grilled aubergines with sesame paste and lemon juice were just superb.

Potatoes cooked with olive oil, garlic, red peppers and green chillis (batata harra) were absolutely so delicious that a second round were ordered. Falafels were done to perfection. Flatbread stuffed with herbs and halloumi cheese were devoured in no time. By now I have not only ran out of my space in stomach but I am also out of superlatives to describe this gastronomic feast.
Lebanese food is everything that is good about Greek/Turkish and then some. I love Greek and Turkish food but I find Lebanese that bit more sophisticated, that bit more well presented and that bit spicier. Lebanese seems to successfully push the boundaries that bit further. It's the daddy of the Eastern Med cuisines.
The meal was finished with rounds of mint tea and Lebanese coffee which is pretty much a Turkish coffee with a hint of cardamon. The bill was was very reasonable for what was ordered. I had great difficulty bending down to tie my shoelace outside. I was stuffed. This place is an absolutely favourite of mine. I love restaurants that cater for everyone....Al Waha does and it does it brilliantly.
Food ***** Price £££ Atmosphere **** Service ****