The capital city of the United Kingdom has over 20,000 restaurants of which just over 10% accommodate to Halal diners. The diversity of the city makes it one of the culinary capitals for Halal foodies. You'll find everything on offer in this city from Wagyu steak, Sushi burgers, Uzbek Polova and Lamb Shank roasts.

London, United Kingdom

Afghan

List of the 10 best Halal places to eat Afghan in London

10 Best restaurants for Afghan in London

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Red Camel

If you’re craving authentic home-cooked style Afghan food then you won’t be disappointed! We ordered the pulao rice with lamb - so tasty! The lamb was tender and the rice was delicious! We also ordered the aubergine stew which was also devious and went really well with the rice. We also ordered a bread which was great. The meal came with fresh cucumber, tomato, and onion salad and a really zingy green chilli sauce. I will definitely be back and will try the lamb tikka skewers which the chef recommended. The rice size we ordered was a Large and it was more than enough for 2 people. We had leftovers which we took home. So happy we stumbled across this authentic Afghan restaurant!

Excellent food, the qabily pallow was my highlight - incredibly juicy lamb falling off the bone with beautifuly seasoned rice. The mixed grill came in with a generous portion, the lamb chops were exceptionally tender and juicy.

To top it off, the service was warm and welcoming!

Would highly recommend, I'm looking forward to going again

One of the best Afghani cuisine. Top notch Quality with reasonable price. We ordered Qabuli Pulao and Chapli Kebab and the taste was very good. I think this is one of the best taste place in waltham forest county.

Red Camel is a total gem! I went there with some friends, and we were blown away by the incredible Afghan food. Seriously, everything we ordered was top-notch. The lamb and chicken wings were out of this world – so tender and juicy, they practically melted in your mouth. The kebabs were some of the best I've ever tasted, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and the service was great too. If you're looking for an authentic and delicious Afghan dining experience, Red Camel is an absolute must-visit. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!

I recently visited Red Camel Restaurant and was quite disappointed. The staff were unfriendly, and there was no menu provided before ordering. After the meal, I was charged almost double what I expected. The food quality was poor and lacked flavour. The shop is also very small, with only two tables available, which makes it uncomfortable to dine in. Overall, it felt overpriced and not worth the money or time. I wouldn’t recommend it based on my experience

We are HMC approved. This means our entire menu and supply-chain is certified Halal according to HMC standards. No traces of pork or alcohol in the store.

Afghan, Pakistani, Indian and Middle Eastern dining

Afghan & Pakistani Restaurant Southall - Watan

The seekh kebabs are easily the highlight here. They are rich, smoky, and spiced with real balance and depth, probably the closest I have found to the flavours of Pakistan. The restaurant is Afghan, but the food feels like what Afghanis in Pakistan might make, familiar yet distinct, full of layered spice rather than just heat mild but tasty. If there is one criticism, it is that the seekh kebabs could be a bit longer. They taste great, but the portion size feels stingy. In Pakistan, kebabs tend to be more generous, so these come off a little mean in comparison.

The nihari was good, with tender meat and a creamy, well-spiced curry that had a nice depth of flavour. It was my first time trying nihari, so I cannot compare it, but it held its own. The biryani, on the other hand, was forgettable. I honestly cannot remember it, which says enough.

The salad is where things really go wrong. It is overcomplicated with a mild chutney-style dressing and unnecessary olives when all people want is something simple, cucumber, lettuce, onion, and tomato. I have asked for it plain multiple times, but they never listen. Even with plenty of staff around, they are slow and inattentive, and ignoring such requests gets frustrating.

The place itself has a good vibe and friendly people, but it needs sharper service and a bit more care in the details. The food has heart, especially the kebabs, but the experience would be far better if the kitchen and staff showed the same consistency.

The food was very good, with generous portions, and the restaurant was lively and busy. If you plan to dine here, it’s best to book a table in advance, otherwise be prepared for a waiting time. We waited around 20–25 minutes. The queue system could also be improved, as we noticed some guests arriving later were seated before us.

One suggestion for the management: Mash Allah, you have many customers daily, which is wonderful to see. However, it would be great to invest a little in maintaining clean washrooms. Having a dedicated person to clean them regularly would make a big difference, as the current condition was disappointing. Overall, a nice experience with excellent food, but room for improvement in facilities.

This restaurant used to be called TKC. Many celebrities visited it such as Imran Khan, Umar Sharif and all the cricketers food used to go from here. It's called Watan now as we knew one of the older gentleman who owned it (not very well but he used to recognise us).  He passed away a few years ago unfortunately hence new ownership.   The whole decor has changed now but we miss the old TKC. Search it on Google and you should be able to find the old photos. Some nostalgic value for us older folk when we arrive in places like this....
We had chicken and lamb karahi with lamb dum biryiani with Nans (including chilli). The salad was complimentary and was quite fresh. The food is outstanding and if you follow my reviews, I don't say that for many establishments. I'd say try it as that's the proof. I recommend Watan. Pay a visit.

We visited Watan as a large group of over 50 people and were very impressed with the experience. The team kindly provided us with the entire downstairs seating area, which made it comfortable and private for everyone. The staff were extremely friendly, attentive, and accommodating throughout our visit. The ambience was warm and welcoming, creating a great atmosphere for our gathering. The food was delicious, with excellent presentation that showed real attention to detail. Overall, a fantastic experience – highly recommended!

Watan restaurant in Southall - Been to it 3 times now . Food is amazing the mixed grill platter, the lamb curry , the naans 👌🏽but what I’ve noticed is when they are super busy like on a Saturday after 5pm their service is not as good. They initially cleaned the table before we sat down but the food and napkins under the table was not very welcoming.
It took them forever to take our order, then forever to get the order to us and when the mixed grill came without the chicken wings they said they would bring some and they never did!

The ambience of the restaurant very presentable but you can feel the greasiness on tables and the floor when walking…
The toilets are down some uneven stick stairs clean but could be better. For the volume of customers mainly families they could be cleaned regularly.

Watan

I've lived around Ilford Lane for a while now, it's home to loads of halal restaurants but I've never managed to visit Watan, I've been to the one in Southall around 5 years ago and wasn't impressed. However, every time I go past the one in Ilford Lane there are queues going out the door.

The weather was nice yesterday and we just fed and changed the baby so I said let's go for a walk and check it out for lunch.

The menu has a lot of options (swipe 👉 for menu) but I decided to stay on the safe side and try a Afgan Mix grill for £32. I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting much from here.. But I was pleasantly surprised!

The kebabs tatsed really good, the first bite of each different item was full of flavour and juicy, they have been marinated in well balanced spices, seasoned well and more importantly not overcooked, something that used to be typical in places like this. Finally, chefs are realising that cooking meat to medium makes it tender, soft and taste better overall. Also, they don't remove the fat off the lamb chops, which means you get that flavour hit from your first bite. Lamb chops, lamb tikka, chicken tikka, seekh kebab and reshami kebabs, every item was good

It's served on a gaint naan and comes with 2 types light and delicate rice. Portions are good, we had plenty of food left over for take away.

Overall, for a first time visit and quick lunch I was impressed and enjoyed the meal. Lunch time was good to visit as it wasn't busy, I see why its busy in the evening as there's not many tables, maybe 45 people max. Decor isn't fancy, modern and clean and the service is basic.

And yes, I know I should of tried the Chapli Kebab.

All food halal. No alcohol. No service charge added. I paid for my meal, not a invite.

Food 8
Value 7
Atmosphere 6
Service 5

@halalfoodguy's review of Watan Ilford on Instagram

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Fantastic!
I had an amazing experience at Watan! The food was bursting with authentic Pakistani flavors — rich, perfectly spiced, and beautifully presented. Every dish tasted freshly made and full of depth, from the tender kebabs to the flavourful Chicken Karahi. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, creating a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. You can really tell they take pride in their cooking and hospitality.

If you’re craving genuine Pakistani cuisine, Watan is an absolute must-visit. I can’t wait to go back!

We visited this restaurant on Tuesday night around 10:30 PM. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. The seating area was very comfortable, and the staff treated us with great respect and hospitality. It was my first visit, it was little expensive 🤭 but I would highly recommend this place to everyone.🫰🤤

A good restaurant but needs to work on it's hospitality, management and taste. Detailed information below.

Taste : 2 / 5
Hospitality : 1 / 5
Ambience : 3.5 / 5
Area: congested tables

Reviews on the food:
- chicken wings and chips, wings were tasty but too small. Instead of promising 10 wings and serving mini wings. Rather give 6 or 8 wings that are big.

- Chicken saag didn't have the taste. It was too bland. But considering the place I would say it's not bad to eat bland food.

- Lamb chops. This was the WORST dish I ordered it felt like the chops were just overnight marinated with lemon, pepper and a lil ginger garlic paste and just tandoor roasted. I asked the waiter to talk to the chef and ask him to improve it mentioning a few spices and a method of roast. He went back and informed maybe his shift leader and I see them 3 look at my table and having a discussion but not working on what I said.

The tables are very closely kept to one another, people passing by happen to stumble passing by. No space for waiters themselves to pass by.

The food was fresh, tasty, and full of flavour. A special mention to Sana for her excellent customer service — friendly, attentive, and made the visit even better. Highly recommend!

I visited Watan on a Tuesday evening around 8:30 PM, and as always, the experience was excellent. We ordered the large platter, chapli kebab, paneer curry, chicken karahi, and keema naan—and every single dish was bursting with flavor. The taste is consistently 10/10, and Watan rarely disappoints when it comes to the quality and seasoning of their food.

That said, when the place gets really packed, the food might not come out sizzling hot temperature-wise—but it's still warm and delicious. It's something to keep in mind, especially during peak hours when the kitchen is clearly under pressure.

The ambiance can also get hot and humid when it’s full, which may be uncomfortable for some. But honestly, the amazing food makes up for it.

Price-wise, it’s a bit on the higher side. I’ve noticed they’ve increased prices generously over the years, which is understandable to an extent, but it does push it into the “slightly expensive” category for what it is.

Overall, Watan delivers fantastic food, and if you can handle a busy atmosphere and a bit of heat, it’s absolutely worth a visit.

Ariana II

The staff were very kind and professional. Everything we ate was fantastic. The prices were very reasonable, and the décor of the place was beautiful. Perfect spot overall!

An Afghan restaurant with a cozy setup and a warm, traditional atmosphere.
The place was calm and relaxing, and the staff were fast and professional. There was a lovely lady there who was very friendly and chatted with all the customers!
We ordered the Kabuli Pulao, which had a generous portion easily enough for two people, served with a delicious and flavorful sauce on the side. They have service charge, too.
Overall, I was really satisfied, it was a great experience and I’d definitely come back.

I visited on a Wednesday evening and we were served by the lovely Samira who made our experience incredible. My friend and I really enjoyed everything we ordered. We got the lamb shank with Afghan rice, Mantu, chicken curry, and some complementary spinach. Everything worked incredibly well together, and we were both so surprised at how good the chicken curry was. Definitely recommend Ariana ll. Generous portion sizes and a beautiful interior.

Utterly fabulous Afghan restaurant- huge portions, and delicious especially the chicken shish and the dumplings. BYOB or very reasonably priced soft drinks and mocktails. But the high point is the exquisite service. I mean it, every bit as good as a Michelin starred place. You will feel at home. Highly recommended and already planning my next trip!

Delicious food and sooo much to try! We couldn't finish the plate for 2 😂😂 but we wanted to try even more dishes as our stomaches allowed. No card payments so bring cash

Ariana 2

Afghan Marco Polo Restaurant

Saw this restaurant in passing and decided to check it out. We ordered the pulao with lamb shank. Starter came as chicken corn soup, and with the pulao they offered us afghan lamb koftas, bread, and salad. Everything was absolutely delicious, the man who served us was so friendly and the restaurant felt very warm and cozy. Will definitely come again!

I have had Afghan food in many different parts of the world and this restaurant was hands down one of the best. Owner was extremely attentive and kind  making us feel very comfortable and at home. Place was really clean and AC was blasting which only made it even better. The food was entirely authentic and you could taste the grilled charcoal flavor on the lamb. Portions were huge and lots of fresh whole and chopped vegetables came with the meal. My brother and I had an entire feast and could not have been more satisfied. This is a truly authentic restaurant and you won’t be disappointed.

my friend and i were walking the capital ring and the section ended at hendon a predominant afghan community so we decided to sample their cuisine. we got here at 1.20pm and from opening the door the owner was attentive, recommended great dishes to share and even gave us some complimentary dishes to try. his only concern was our satisfaction but the food was stunning anyway. portions are massive, softest meat ever, everything was hot, the rice im thinking of asking him for a cookery class. we ordered chicken corn soup with eggs (nice and spicy), chicken tikka kebab (comes with salad and naan), kofta pilow (lamb shank under sultana and carrot rice), sabzi palak (spinach) and dough (sour yoghurt milk drink with mint) to drink. theyre cheap, big portions, great food. im going back to work my way through the menu.

Decided to give this place a try. I wasn’t sure what to order but I asked the guy that I would like something lamb based and he said to try the no.16. The lamb was cooked perfectly as well as the rice there was also a few extras which I wasn’t expecting, for the price, the amount of food and the quality I really was very surprised and very happy. Hoping I’m down here working away again so I can try a few more dishes I would highly recommend this place for sure very pleasantly surprised

Tried the restaurant for the first time the food was delicious and their customer service was excellent!!!!
Beautiful restaurant and very peaceful environement. Will definitely go next time

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