Chelo in City of London, Westminster

The cuisine is exceptional and delightful.

Superb food and made with heart and taste. Brilliant staff and dishes change and modify with skill and feedback from us. Brilliant 🙏🏼🙂

Honestly, the kebabs are really excellent, high quality, and taste amazing. The only thing that I can say is that the rice was really oily.

Food was great, very filling - big portions :) and very tasty. The homemade tomato sauce was delicious and the baklava was 👌 Service was very good too. Would return, definitely more I would like to try!

Bad service , not good customer service , wait for door over two hours

What a wonderful evening and INCREDIBLE food. We really enjoyed all our dishes and will for sure be back.

Firsr time in this resturant the food was amazing and the service friendly and efficient. Great place to eat.

Restaurant from 10-9.5😋😋🤩 The requests were the following:- Rated out of 10 😋 Eggplant stall 10😋 Mirza Sultani 8😋 Shirazi Salt 10😋 Milk with cucumber 10😋 Mixed plate 10😋 Rice 9 All orders are excellent I strongly recommend visiting the restaurant There are 4 outdoor tables And 4 indoor tables Service was 10 out of 10 Brother Saeed and Muhammad were very, very, very nice

We had a disappointing experience with one of the staff members during our visit. Upon arrival, we were informed that we had one hour to use the table, which we accepted. However, this implied that the service needed to be prompt, but unfortunately, it was not. When my wife mentioned that we were ready to order, the waiter responded with a smile and continued to ignore us, even while welcoming and attending other tables. Eventually, we decided to leave, and when we thanked him, he didn't even acknowledge us or bother to ask us to stay. The hospitality was truly terrible. Our visit was on Sunday, 16/06/2024, at 18:30.

Their tahchin and leaf kebabs are excellent.

Totally disappointed with the restaurant experience! They told us they needed the table after just one hour, and on top of that, they left us waiting for 15 minutes without even taking our order. Definitely not the kind of service you expect when dining out. Won't be going back there anytime soon!

One of the best traditional Persian food in a local area

This restaurant serves the best authentic Iranian foods , highly recommend

Everything was 10/10. Will definitely be returning. Was recommended by my brother and it did not disappoint! Delicious food start to finish. Ordered olovieh, kashke bademjan and mirza ghasemi with taftoon for starters, all three exceptionally tasty. For mains, I had koobideh and chenjeh with salad. Both so juicy, tender, seasoned and cooked to perfection. Not dry, why is often a problem with chengeh, but this was perfect. I tried some rice and tahdig, again, exceptional. Dessert was baklava and bastani, which was high quality and delicious. Really impressed and glad I gave Chelo try! Think this will go down as best Iranian restaurant I’ve tried in London.

Best Iranian food in London. Thanks Erfan for the great service 👍🏼

We used to always order Chelo. Excellent food, taste and quality. This time it came with a hair! Come on Chelo - please sort out your hygiene (rated 3 out of 5) or we won't be back

Atmosphere review: Located in a nice area. Nice outside seating, have to say though that it wouldn’t be nice unless you were seated outside on a summers day. There are 4 small tables inside and hardly any space. Also, the demographic of people who attend this restaurant are a bit strange. Very snobbish and bizarre, super judgemental and eavesdrop-core. Not really the vibe, it was giving superiority complex. Table issues: the tables are slanted, and I understand this is because of the slanted pavement but perhaps there could be a way to fix this like maybe adding some decking or a brick of some kind to straighten the table. All drinks, foods and plates, cutlery fell on the floor several times. Drinks fallen and spilt into the food dishes because of this issue. Almost impossible to enjoy your meal because you’re constantly panicking about whether you’re going to consume it, or the floor will first. Can’t say I’d wanna eat here again to be fair. HOWEVER! The food was actually really good, I did like it. Will say though, less olive oil in the hummus (especially when the olive oil isn’t a good extra extra virgin one) felt like I was just drinking cheap olive oil at one point. Not a vibe. The people I was with also really enjoyed the food. Service: one of the waiters was super adorable and friendly, other one looked like he wasn’t enjoying life but then again he did have to serve us so I don’t blame him. I was also a waiter once so I get it my g. I have to say it is VERY overpriced per dish, the portion sizes are tiny, ridiculously small. We also paid £3 for some chilli sauce which was approx 2 tea spoons of chilli sauce which wasn’t even great. It was NOT giving. Overall I acc wouldn’t go back and I wouldn’t order from here either bc the price does not match the portion, and the vibe just wasn’t all that. Yeah idk still, but enjoy!

Simply delicious Persian cuisine. Everything is fresh and beautifully presented. Kebab Torsh, one of the finest Persian kebabs, is not easily found in Persian restaurants in London. Fortunately, it is available here and is simply exquisite! I highly recommend this dish! We dine out frequently and have never encountered this dish in any Persian restaurant, except here at Chelo! It is a must-try! We have visited this establishment numerous times, and every single dish has been delectable, fresh, and prepared to the highest standards, including our beloved Persian tea. Overall, this is an excellent dining establishment. The staff is courteous and, most importantly, knowledgeable about the menu. Parking is complimentary on weekends, and the restaurant is easily accessible to all.

Very original dish: TAHCHIN MORGH

For the price you pay the quality of the food should be much better, had Akbar Jojeh a while ago and it was the best in town even better than home country but unfortunately they have removed this from the menu.

We visited Celo this evening because the menu looked interesting and the google reviews mentioned you could bring your own alcohol. Unfortunately , after the waiter checked with the manager / owner, we were told you could not bring your own wine which was disappointing . We therefore ordered a bottle of Spanish rose for £22 but it was total plonk and could not cost more than £5 in a supermarket ! We then ordered two meze starters and some bread . The meze starters were MIRZA GHASEMI and SHIRAZI SALAD. Both cost £8 + and were tiny portions . The aubergine was quite tasty but the salad was just chopped cucumber and tomato with some onion and the ingredients would cost no more than 40 pence if you made that size portion at home . Given the starter portion sizes , we decided to order one main initially to share . We ordered the TAHCHIN MORGH and whilst it was tasty , I’m afraid that for £18 , it is simply not good value . It was largely baked saffron rice with some chicken pieces in the middle . The cost of the ingredients would be no more than £1.80 so a tenth of the menu price . I’m afraid that given you have to buy expensive ‘cheap’ wine and the food portion sizes are quite frankly pathetic , I could not recommend Celo . I thought I had found a great place in Maida Vale but sadly , will not be returning . I would also mention that the one toilet has a very discoloured and stained toilet seat which does not give a good impression . I suggest the owner invests £30 in a new toilet seat !!

Very pleased with the food. One of the best Koobides in London. Generally everything is of good quality. Will come here again.

Chelo is the best Iranian restaurant in London. The service is great and the food is so delicious. I was there a few days ago and had the rose ice cream for the first time! A must try.

Lovely place. We popped in for spontaneous night and had a lovely time. The server was attentive the food tasty. In addition they managed to cater for both vegans and vegetarians in the group. Overall I would highly recommend.

Ordered take away food for the office. All my colleagues loved it and everything was excellent. Quality, taste, presentation and service all great. Highly recommended

Delicious dinner at this restaurant, all courses fresh and well presented. Highly recommended!!

The food was delicious! Plenty of tasty vegan options. I am looking forwards to dining at Chelo again.

Kebabs were over cooked. There weren’t some somagh, butter and onions. The Rice was dry.

Food wise, the most authentic Persian food in town ! Can’t recommend enough

Been here to dine in and have always ordered take away too. We have other persian restaurants near our place but nothing compares to Chelo. I would say this place is very underrated and I'm hoping people try this place. Their kebabs are delicious, large and made with great flavours. We have tried this with the Tahdig as well which was exceptional. We usually get the Mirsa Ghasemi which again blows my mind with flavours. Their doogh also is one of the best I've ever had. The prices of their kebabs area also very reasonable. I really think this restaurant deserves more attention and I hope they can expand and reach other areas. You can watch their chefs while dining and you can tell theyre professionals in their craft.

Dined in and ordered takeaway on separate occasions and can honestly say this is one of the best meals I’ve had. Top quality meats and well priced. Great portions and amazing service. Nothing was amiss which is hard to find nowadays. Will be returning and ordering again. Can’t recommend enough

Honestly the best Iranian food I’ve tasted in London. The food was very delicious. The service was fast and polite. The food itself was as the photos. And soooooo tasty

Good service & food....but thought VERY expensive for one course meal! I will be asking questions to whom referred us but clearly not a good choice considering we could have food at other much better venues in the same price range!

I really liked the Kabab Torsh. It was well cooked and tender. One of the bests I've tasted in London. Tahchin and Kashke bademjan was also good, but I didn't really like the Khoresh Bademjan. I'm a big fan of Sangak bread and they didn't disappoint me.

Incredible food, best meal I have had in a long time. Definitely worth a try!

An intimate and boutique Persian restaurant with one of the most soft and juicy lamb kabobs. Good service, delicious food and fair prices.

Absolute favourite spot. Love the tahchin and the kababs are amazing. Great for summertime, but also a great spot in all seasons. Go for a tahchin + joojeh kabab, then grab an ice cream, and sit there sipping Chaii Nabat and chatting with your friends.

The food is delicious at Chelo. Don't let yourself be intimidated by your lack of level in Farsi, try the eggplant-garlic mixture, the deliciously tender kebab, the Russian salad, the rice/tadik. Be careful, you will fall in love with bread. Finish with a slice of baklawa and tea. Each time, an unforgettable moment of refined Persian gastronomy and precise like a Swiss clock. So. Breaking news: you can eat well in London!!

Chelo is the best Iranian restaurant in London right now. In terms of quality, they’re in a league of their own. It’s as close to authentic, home-cooked Persian cuisine as you will get in a restaurant. Perhaps better than most home cooks, not better than my mum’s, but yours for sure! 😂

Chelo restaurant is an absolute gem for those seeking flavourful and fresh ingredient-based meals. My dining experience here was nothing short of exceptional. Service is attentive, and the food is simply outstanding. Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply looking for a fantastic dining experience, Chelo restaurant is a must-visit destination for those who appreciate delicious meals crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Highly recommended!

Recommend the khabidi, best I have ever had.

I love the Iranian cuisine here in London—it's unparalleled, from the delectable bread to the impeccable service. While my admiration for the food knows no bounds, I do have a minor concern. The cozy atmosphere, while charming, poses a challenge when accommodating more than three groups simultaneously. Perhaps exploring ways to optimize the space without compromising its unique ambiance could elevate the overall dining experience for everyone.

I had defected to other Persian restaurants for a while as the quality of food at Chelo had deteriorated. I decided to give them another try last night. I am glad I did! The quality has vastly improved thanks to the new chef Arsalan. Very tasty. Chelo is back! Thanks Arsalan.

Great food Good service Nice atmosphere

Went to the Vauxhall one and I gotta say the food was excellent! The crispy rice filled with chicken was absolutely delicious. The kebab dish was also great. Definitely an amazing place to eat incredibly tasty Persian food .

We ordered Kabab Torsh, Tahchin and Koobideh. The atmosphere is friendly, the staff are welcoming and the Tahchin is beyond the expectations! I Strongly recommend it :)

Tried to eat there recently. Service rude and unprofessional. I have no idea what the food is like because I eventually gave up and left. The place was empty apart from one family seated inside. I sat outside and waited. And waited. The waiter spent the following 15 minutes apparently taking the order from the family. Didn't acknowledge my existence in all that time. Now I get that sometimes it may take time to discuss what to order, but 15 minutes? The kitchen wasn't busy, they were standing around looking out. It didn't seem to occur to any of them that it's pretty appalling service to just ignore a customer like that. How hard would it have been to leave them for 20 seconds to say hello and to give me a menu and say he'd be out soon. But no. After almost 20 minutes (the family still not finished ordering) he shut the door, leaving me outside on my own with the door now closed. Perhaps the poor neglected family taking 20 minutes to order with the waiter standing by discussing things in real time with them were chilly? Who knows. I waited another 5 minutes and then left. At this point, I didn't care what the food might be like, the service was just too terrible. The place two doors down also does persian food and couldn't have been nicer or more helpful.

مطعم إيراني يقدم مشاوي وسلطات مشكلة مع الارز بالزعفران ، لاربعة اشخاص ، عجبني شرائح اللحم وخدمتهم سريعة

5* on everything, highly recommend

My favorite Persian in London! The Khashke Bademjan is delicious…

Amazing tasty authentic Persian food in this lovely restaurant. All the courses were seasoned well and cooked perfectly. Very friendly staff and real nice decor in the restaurant. Highly recommend 5* :-)

The food is good but staff are rude and unhelpful - especially Milad.

Excellent service amazing food .high recommend

Just ordered through Deliveroo. The chicken is dry and chew and rice is burnt. My 12 year old nephew cooks better

The food tastes amazing! It can be a bit more friendly environment, but i would still go back for the food.

The worst service I've experienced in London. Waiter was rude, impatient and impolite. Atmosphere cold and bare. also, expensive!! Food was nice (chicken especially juicy) but you can get far better iranian in London with less money and without feeling inhibited at the idea of calling the waiter

Quality wise the food is great, however they can surely improve their service. Will definitely go again.

Absolutely delicious! Their crispy saffron rice is a must-try.

Tahchin was great, but Koobideh could be better.

Lovely place with amazing food and great service

They were kind enough to take my last minute order. Food was on point. The meat is fantastic. The bread was not great. Fresh bread needed guys

The truffle olive appetizer was a letdown, lacking the truffle flavor, earning it a mere 3/10. However, the Kash o bademjan was delightful, deserving of a solid 9/10. Unfortunately, the main course, kabab torsh, was a disappointment as it was severely undercooked, appearing red and practically raw. I cannot recommend this place based on my experience. While the ambiance was pleasant and the service average, the inconsistency in the food quality is concerning. Unless improvements are made, I'll hesitate to return or recommend it to others.

Told me there was no seats when i saw availability on online booking because the staffs wanted to go home early

Cute cosy place with really delicious food, the meat is soft and well seasoned and the dessert was also amazing, would definitely come again

Just received my order with Deliveroo and honestly really disappointed, I don’t know if they have changed their chef or what has happen, but the quality is not there no moe and for sure recipe has been changed…

Nice food, but the waiter came across a bit rude! Service was not great... ie wine and drink came late, after starters.

Superb wholesome satisfying tasty food. Can't fault the food or the service. Make sure you try the specials. Also it has 8 tables of 4 so do book. So so tasty. Friends visiting who are big foodies said some of the best food irrespective of cuisine they has had.

Really delicious Tahchin and Barg Kebab.

Ordered on deliveroo. Portions arw tiny. The sabzi was 18 gbp for 2 tiny pieces of lamb lost in sauce. Unacceptable

This was our first visit but we anticipate return trips as the food was good and the service was good too, despite the place being quite busy

Genuinely delicious kebab, super succulent chicken with a super fresh salad and warm pitta. Great vibe and buzz too!

Authentic, delicious and tasty Persian food. The prices were slightly higher than elsewhere, but I guess the food quality justified that. Thank you!

Extremely poor customer service . Booked online for a table and reservation confirmed. Took the journey to get there and arrived at the restaurant and was informed by a very rude waiter that they do not have any table!!!! If you don’t know how to run an online booking and a business then don’t do it. Used to dine in here before, but I would avoid at all cost.shame there is no option for zero star.

All round very delicious. Their lamb dishes and baklava is a must. Food comes out quite slow and one of our dish was served room temp not hot…

I was very disappointed with the food and the price, the food was not cooked when it was served. I will never come back to your restaurant. If you want to serve expensive food, you must serve quality food.

Even though this has been on my door step all these years and I drove past it and frequented Murasaki next door, how did I not visit this restaurant before!!!. The food is so delicious, the kebabs are soft and full of flavour. A must if you in the area, also worth driving to if you like Iranian food.

Love Chelo! I feel like once you eat here, no other Iranian food will ever taste as good. We regularly order take aways and eat in and they never disappoint. The staff are lovely as well.

Beautiful and delicious food! Flavourful rice dishes, loved the crispy texture. The meat was soft and tender too. Would highly recommend!

The food is yum yum. It's a very small restaurant but the service is warm and the food is delicious.

Hands down best Persian food around me and my cousins went there the other day and we was blown away by the quality of the food and service

This is not even a proper restaurant. It is more of a kitchen with few tables. We called in advance and reserved a table and confirmed an indoor table as I can’t tolerate cold weather. When we arrived they told us that our tables is outside! Seriously during bFebruary and in the evening!! No sense of customer service at all. After a lot of argument, they give us a table inside. We went directly to the main course. The meat (Kobeedeh) had a bad taste and smell. The Tahchin rice was soggy. It is not supposed to be like this for people who know Persian food. We ordered Baklava for dessert which was not bad but nothing special.

This is not even a proper restaurant. It is more of a kitchen with few tables. We called in advance and reserved a table and confirmed an indoor table as I can’t tolerate cold weather. When we arrived they told us that our tables is outside! Seriously during bFebruary and in the evening!! No sense of customer service at all. After a lot of argument, they give us a table inside. We went directly to the main course. The meat (Kobeedeh) had a bad taste and smell. The Tahchin rice was soggy. It is not supposed to be like this for people who know Persian food. We ordered Baklava for dessert which was not bad but nothing special.

The food was excellent and our waiter Saeed was lovely!! Great service!

Fantastic atmosphere , fantastic service and delicious food. Highly recommend . Well done .

Good food. The joojeh torsh was AMAZING. Portion size keeps going down while price keeps rising. Not what it was

Excellent food. The best Iranian in London. Would definitely come back

Fab restaurant, with amazing food, staff and ambiance. The kebabs are succulent and tender. The crispy tahchin is so delicious. The stews are rightly cooked. Also the starters are always nicely presented and served. We go to this restaurant regularly and it does not fail to please us.

من احلى المطاعم الإيرانية في لندن الي جربتها

Not bad, a little over priced for what they offer (food & location)

Great food— strongly recommend.

Used to be a cosy spot that served amazing food with good portion sizes at a very fair price. Service staff were lovely. I think the staff are still good, but maybe it changed owners... The new menu, size of dishes, the quality of ingredients, prices, value... Not very impressed anymore, sorry.

Very tasty food, quite atmosphere and the service was extremely polite and helpful

One of the best Persian restaurants, yet still a bit of a secret. Dishes are amazing. It is a very small place, so booking is highly recommended.

Highly recommended, best food and staff , Service thank you Mohan

Beautiful place and very quaint place. Very good food and very friendly. The ambiance is very charming. The waiter even though he was not Persian still very knowledgeable

Wonderful service and delightful food! 10/10 would recommend!

Small and friendly.Food delicious. Quite casual.

What a hidden gem! Amazing Iranian food, complex flavours and generous portions. I really wish more places were this unfussy and incredible. The slow cooked lamb and dill rice with Lima beans is sublime! The beetroot hummus and labneh chips were also really special. Can I give it 6 stars??? Will be back!

Delicious tahchin! One of the best, the only issue is that it has too much butter so after a few spoonfuls you feel full. They also have great starters, my favourite is the Mirza ghasemi. Their morghe tursh is nice but each time I’ve tried it, it was slightly undercooked for me. Very cosy restaurant but limited in terms of number of seating inside if you’re a big group. I really hope the expand and make the restaurant bigger and maybe open another branch in North London :)

The food is beyond tasty! I can say Chelo is the best Persian restaurant in London. We ordered Kashke Badenjan for starter , Kabab Koobide and Gheyme Badenjan for the main course! All of them were amazing! Also, The staff are so polite and welcoming. I highly recommend this place!