A modern take on Turkish cuisine in the heart of Knightsbridge

I made the 2 hour round trip on the district line to visit my favourite Turkish restaurant @mantlknightsbridge

I celebrated my 2 year wedding anniversary, my wife hadn't been before so we decided to go. My last visit was 2 years ago when it first opened (as a invite) and it was a great experience. This time I went as a regular paying customer.

When we go to eat out we tend to order loads of starters rather than the traditional 1 starter and main each. That's what we did here. It allows us to taste more of the menu, get more for our money and good left overs for tomorrow lunch.

Charred Aubergine £8
Grilled Prawns £12
Manti £8
Pulled lamb hummus £9

Mac N cheese £5
Tripple cooked chips £5

Adana £18

Apple juice £5
Nargile Swing £8

I don't eat hummus that much, but Mrs HFG does and I'm glad she got this pulled lamb hummus dish because it was absolutely delicious!

I remember the Adana being amazing when I first tried it and it set the bar high for any Adana kebebs I had after that. This adana wasn't as good as I remember from my 1st visit which was almost a 10/10, however, it was still very good, packed full of flavour and cooked perfectly so it wasn't dry, 9/10

The mac N cheese was another favourite as to the grilled prawns which were fantastic.

My Nargile Swing drink was made with Strawberry, maple syrup, lemon juice and egg white.. Yes egg white. I liked this and better than over sweet standard fruit Mocktails.

For dessert I got the MILK KADAYIF a dish I again had on my 1st visit and never found in any other restaurant since. Its like a milk cake meets Shemai (Sweet Vermicelli) I love it. The lady for a chocolate foudant both £9. But as it was our wedding anniversary the restaurant gave it to us on the house! Thanks @mantlknightsbridge

One of my most frequently asked questions are recommendations places for a anniversary, for me and my wife we want the food to be the most important thing, obviously service and settings are important as well

What restaurants have you been to celebrate your wedding anniversary? Comment below 👇

@halalfoodguy's review of The Mantl Knightsbridge on Instagram

The Mantl

Great food quality, the kebabs were tender and juicy, melting in mouth. They won some awards, definitely deserve that. Great desserts, fantastic cheesy kunefe, special baklava and kadayif. Do not expect piles of food, that is more like a fine dining place, dish sizes are limited. Mix meze not rich, probably take separate, mixed grill was nice. Areas for improvement: we're thirsty, need to supply more water, they do not put a jug of water, you always have to ask to refill. And waiters could be busy. Tea is also given in single glass, no pots. For 6 persons the bill was 368 GBP, with service charge included, so quite pricey per person, understandably that is a top location, so you set your expectations really high.

London’s premier Aegean dining destination, and it’s easy to see why.

We started with an array of beautifully presented starters, each dish bursting with fresh, vibrant flavours. The poTurkish feast with a modern twist in the heart of Knightsbridge! 🇹🇷

Last night, we had the pleasure of dining @mantlknightsbridge, a four-time award-winning Turkish fine dining spot that redefines traditional flavours with a contemporary touch. This place has earned its reputation asrtions were generous, and the attention to detail was clear in every bite. But the real highlight of the evening came with the mains – Adana kebab, lamb shish and ribs grilled to absolute perfection.🔥 Juicy, tender, and seasoned just right, they brought back memories of home with a modern, innovative twist.

As someone who has lived in London for over a decade, I’ve tasted my fair share of Turkish food here, but The Mantl stands out. The name might hint at traditional Turkish dumplings, but don’t be fooled – this place offers an impressive variety of Turkish dishes that go beyond expectations. The team was amazing, service was top-notch, and the atmosphere was just right for a relaxed yet refined evening out.

If you’re looking for a spot to experience the best of Turkish cuisine, this is the place. Can’t wait to go back for another round of those delicious kebabs!

The baklava was one of the best perfectly crisp, not too sweet, and beautifully presented.

The lamb chops were cooked to perfection and full of flavour.

Mr. Eren were incredibly welcoming and attentive. Even the loo was spotless and stylish —made the toddler have fun with the sandy soap - a small detail, but it really shows how much care they put into every aspect of the place. Can’t wait to come back!

What an outstanding experience dining at Mantl, each dish has flavours that came alive in their own right but as an assimilation of tastes, unbeatable.

From the chargrilled meats, tender and juicy through to the salad that saw me clear my plate, I was blown away and very glad I came.

You can see why it’s rated the number #1 Turkish restaurant in London.

Discover dishes you never knew existed and allow your tastebuds to be titillated with the perfect balance of flavours.

It’s a must visit and I’ll definitely be coming back again!

I highly recommend this restaurant, we ordered many different dishes, and all of them were amazing. The meat was juicy and tender, and I liked the hummus. However the salad was simple, just punch of vegetables, and the rice was alright. The bread was amazing and remarkable, we asked them to give us some more bread for takeaway, and they gave it to us for free!, which was really nice from them.
The restaurant was clean and there was attention to details, for example the bathroom soap seems to be from an expensive brand. The staff were nice with us.

Our food are 100% Halal. Alcohol present. Certification available. 

Halal Status for The Mantl Knightsbridge