Ishbilia in Kensington and Chelsea

Great , flavorful food. Will come back.

The gold standard for Lebanese food. Mahmoud is a gentleman and makes the entire dining experience so enjoyable. 5 star dining and never disappoints.

Delicious Lebanese cuisine. Salute to the chef. Bread came hot out of the oven to our table. Huge portions of food. Great service. One of the best restaurants that I have ever eat in while in London. Pricey but worth it.

Seville Restaurant is one of the places that is really worth trying! The service is excellent, and the atmosphere is upscale and comfortable. I cannot forget the beautiful welcome from Maher and Yasser. They were extremely courteous and caring. The food was very delicious and varied, and everything was at the highest level. I strongly recommend it

Ishbilia was once the best Lebanese restaurant in London. This time around the quality, freshness and taste of the food were far less good than the ishbilia of the past. A real shame because I loved this place. Not sure what changed internally or whether it was a one-off bad day.

Servicio maravilloso. Preciosa decoración, comida increíble. Tan amigable. ¡Fuimos aquí antes del Maratón de Londres! ¡Muy recomendable!

I loved chicken maqluba dish, the rice, aubergine and the chicken tasted really good. It was so delicious 🤤 thank you

Disapointingly, I feel I have to downgrade my previous 5* review. I have been a loyal patron of Ishbilia since it opened, from the time it was just one shop before it extended into next door and through different changes of management. I continued to visit during the past 20 or so years because it was always enjoyable. However, my last vist will be the final time. Whilst the service is and always has been superb, the portions have become so much smaller, the kibbeh once like eggs are now more like walnuts and you only get 4. Along with this the prices have risen significantly over the years and now to the point that it is ridiculous. For lunch, my wife had a couple of mezze dishes, I had a rather mediochre mixed grill and rice That, two Lebanese beers and a bottle of mineral water was nearly £140. Whilst I am happy to put my hand deep into my pocket and pay a large bill, I left feeling I had been ripped off. I'm sad to say, I won't be returning.

Grew up on Lebanese food and have to say this is authentic and delicious. The wait staff is amazing at service and recommendations. Can’t recommend it enough

Everything is beautiful and the service is excellent. I ordered grilled meat, tawouk, grape leaves, mutabal, and hummus. Most of the menu I ordered was everything beautiful. I would like to especially thank the employee (Aleyna), who was so cheerful and helpful

Food is authentic Lebanese. Service is excellent 👌 especially Sawda Djaj is super. Waiters are so professional. Will definitely come back soon 😍😋😋

One of the best in London. Must visit

Amazing experience at Ishbilia! Riad was a superb host. Food was top notch. Can’t wait to return!

We had a wonderful experience- incredible food and hospitality. We can’t wait to return 😊

The food is very delicious and the employee, Alaa, is respectful and helpful

To high priced for what you got served. French fries weren't fresh potatoes (fridge) and mixed grill was awfull presented - kid size with burned,tomato and some salade. shawarma was super dry and no taste ....pitty for the price.

We were invited in Ishbilia, they serve traditional Lebanese food that was so delicious. Starters we so freshly made with medium size Arabic bread for each person. We ordered fatoush taboula halloumi spinach pastry and shawarma hummus then for the mains we shared mixed grill, grilled chicken & Shish barrak in yogurt sauce then ended this lovely evening with tea, baklava and a fruit platter of pineapple, melon & grapes Staff were very professional, quick service & has attention into details making sure we had clean cutlery, plates & made sure we were all happy and satisfied They have a lovely outdoor seating with special heaters. Restaurant was full of people and you can hardly get a table without booking previously I recommend this place for a large group of people who are as loud as us! It’s lovely for family gatherings with children and young people as the food will suit every single person. The staff were aware of the allergy and brought us the dish with extra care not to be mixed or contaminated with bread or any other food The food is very delicious, the restaurant is tidy and the service is fast. The restaurant was crowded and the tables were not empty at all because their service is excellent and the location of the restaurant is near Harrods. Most Arabs come to Seville after shopping, especially for tables on the street with heating.

The staff is very dismissive and arrogant, the food was neither good nor bad but the price was way too high for what it was. Disastrous experience I do not recommend.

The customer service is phenomenal, all the staff were so pleasant. I went with my friend a week ago and would definitely go back. The food was good, but the service made it taste even better. Would definitely recommend.

Not bad, but nothing special either. Not sure why it wants to be a bit „posh“. If it would be honest and just serve big groups and fast standard food. Nothing wrong with that, but this way it does not uphold what it wants to be.

Una experiencia culinaria libanesa en su máxima expresión. La comida es deliciosa y el personal es amable y acogedor. Tuvimos un almuerzo familiar el domingo y no decepcionó. Una parada obligada para todos los amantes de la comida libanesa que visitan Londres.

Great and authentic Lebanese dining experience, the staff is exceptional: fast and polite. Quality of the ingredients is high. Will come back!

Try the hummus and tabbouleh its a must. But i didnt like the kibbeh

Love coming here., My favourite Lebanese restaurants in london … the flavors, atmosphere music and the service all on top . !

Our experience at Ishbilia Restaurant in London was absolutely wonderful! The dishes were incredibly delicious and well-prepared, with excellent cleanliness standards. The service was outstanding, and the staff was very friendly and helpful, making the atmosphere warm and welcoming. A prior reservation is recommended, as the restaurant requires a deposit to secure your booking. Without a doubt, Ishbilia is one of the best Middle Eastern restaurants in London, and we highly recommend it to anyone who loves authentic Arabic cuisine!

Yasir and Alayna were extremely helpful and served us all the food on time. The food was all freshly cooked and on time for iftaar. Overall a great experience!

The atmosphere of the restaurant is incredible and the food was sensational For starters, my cousin and I got the halloumi pieces and beef sausages, both of which were of extremely high quality and truly unique The mix grill was also beautifully grilled and super succulent, with the salad being a refreshing touch This place is a little expensive but definitely worth it, the fresh bread on the house is also an added bonus!

Service could improve but still very fine Good cuisine Small portions for the price Felt pressured by the minimum spending rule but its what you need to conse to feel full anyway

Food was good. But service is very bad. The head waiter is rude and will argue with you about basic things. Went there to celebrate iftar and the service almost managed to ruin for us.

Amò la cucina libanese è questo ristorante lo conoscevo già per averlo provato un anno fa. Niente è cambiato: ottimo l' "humus", sia di ceci, che di melanzane, ottimo l'agnello alla griglia e buonissimo il rosso libanese che ho bevuto. Complimenti!!! Roberto55

If you’re looking for a catering service that delivers exceptional food, outstanding service, and a team of professionals who truly care about making your event special, look no further than Ishbilia. The food was simply outstanding - beautifully presented, fresh, and bursting with flavour. I would highly recommend them for any occasion! Special shout out to Maher – you are an angel!

“Ishbilia has great food—authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients that truly stand out. However, the service could use some improvement. A bit more attentiveness and efficiency would make the dining experience even better. Hope to see some changes on my next visit!”

Thanks to Yoyo and aleyna who made us feel home and food was amazing will be coming back soon.

Excellent ! Very warm welcome and a very pleasant atmosphere, the dishes are delicious.

Great restaurant good service with the waiter Zac 👍

Diana was serving us wholeheartedly with a smile on her face, made us feel more at home. Very accommodating and no delay in the serving. It is my favourite Lebanese restaurant in London.

Great food, quick service, and Diana was fantastic. Thank you - we will be returning soon.

Diana was amazing - she gave such great suggestions for plates to share and I will be coming back again!

Incredible mezzes and great service!! Will definitely be a regular

Food is good, but service is bad. They forgot my main dish and kept me waiting. Also, they don't have alcohol drink in the menu although I saw costumers driking wine!!

my favorite restaurant in london MUST VISIT

Some of the best Lebanese food in the world.

Went on 22 May 2021 and now in 2025 to Ishbilla ordering a range of hot and cold items. The food was simply poor, and the hot items cold.For the prices that you are paying this is not waht you expect. The service continues to be really poor and un-attentive. In the past plates being removed with food still on. Water taking 20 min to arrive and to a service charge apart from the table charge. Standards have not improved but continue to fall. Avoid.

A wonderful restaurant. Terrific food, great atmosphere, superb waiters and staff- thank you Alex and all your colleagues for a lovely evening.

Alex our server was amazing. He took care of us exceptionally, and the food was next level. PLEASE open a restaurant in Belfast. We need delicious Lebanese food! Kim

2 of the staff were very rude. These 2 staff members were making us uncomfortable, and we felt we were not welcomed.The rest of the staff were fine. The food quality was very good but very small portions and very expensive.

Zafar was very lovely and attentive. Excellent food great quality.

I paid £25 for what was meant to be chicken shish, to unfortunately receive bland, flat chicken pieces, maybe 6. It was terrible. I think that’s daylight robbery. And the fatoush salad which is meant to have crispy bread on the top didn’t have any. How is this place calling itself authentic?? I’d rather have gone somewhere else. What a shame. And the waiters were so passive and kept coming to our table to remove the plates and we weren’t even done eating. We had our table booked for 2 hours but they kept coming up to us before the one hour mark and rushing us like telling us to leave. So overpriced for what it is. Don’t waste money here. Elsewhere has better portions and nicer service.

He estado dos veces con mi familia y el restaurante es ideal si tienes niños, ya que hay un ambiente cálido y una selección adecuada de opciones de comida para ellos. ¡Siempre me encanta la gordita de berenjena!

Si te gusta la cocina libanesa tienes que ir a este restaurante. La mejor comida en Londres. Todos los platos tienen el verdadero sabor libanés.

Здесь очень вкусно, прелесть в натуральности все продуктов и еды! Отличный персонал, блюда подают очень быстро! Нас обслуживала Диана - очень дружелюбная и профессиональная, дала ценные советы по выбору блюд!

There are only five stars here, but I wish I could give more!! The beauty is in naturalness, everything is very tasty!!

The staff is very professional and friendly. Diana is more polite and friendly. Thank you so much 😊 unforgettable 🎉‼️

The service is slow and the price is overrated

Ishbilia Restaurant Address: 8-9 William Street, London SW1X 9HL If you’re craving authentic Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine, Ishbilia Restaurant is an absolute gem. My family and I visited this restaurant for dinner recently, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. From the moment we walked in, the warm and cozy atmosphere, paired with the elegant décor, made us feel right at home. The food is simply outstanding—every dish on the menu is fresh, flavorful, and impeccably prepared. Whether it’s the mezze, grilled meats, or traditional dishes, you can tell they use high-quality ingredients and authentic recipes that truly showcase the essence of Lebanese cuisine. The service was another highlight of our evening. The staff are incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Their genuine hospitality adds a personal touch that’s hard to find elsewhere. Ishbilia has become a favorite for my brothers, relatives, and friends alike, and it’s easy to see why. It’s the kind of place you want to revisit time and time again. If you’re in London and looking for a restaurant that offers a perfect blend of delicious food, excellent service, and a cozy atmosphere, I wholeheartedly recommend Ishbilia. It’s a 10/10 dining experience, and I can’t wait to go back. Do yourself a favor and visit Ishbilia—you won’t be disappointed!

Fast delivery, order taking, speedy processing, very sophisticated treatment and 100% cleanliness.

Beautiful, but in the beginning he said that without reservation, the day we entered, he allowed us and said reservation + the food is wonderful and sweet + the treatment. He asked us if we suffer from any type of allergies.

Youyou and Rakan was the best! So sweet and inviting. Best food best service

Yoyo and rakan served us, very nice atmosphere and amazing food! Would defo recommend

An excellent place to go with friends - Rakam looked after us so well!

Aleyna was amazing. Food is great and high quality. My favorite spot in town.

Very good food and nice service. Rakan was amazing 👌

Perfect place for Lebanese cuisine in London, thanks to Yasser he made the amazing experience even better!

Great food and service. My favorite Lebanese restaurant in London. Eszter and Yoyo are great. Looking forward to come back again soon. Thanks!

I have visited this restaurant with my family and I was very happy with the food and the service. There were two people who made our stay special named Eszter and Yoyo.

Had a great time ans great meal in NYE. Shoutout to Yoyo who was really nice and friendly to us💃

All the workers have a sweet and beautiful soul and their treatment is beyond excellent, led by Riyad, Yasser, Yoyo and Yasser.

Best lebanese food I have had in London, Service is very good and Yasser is extremely nice.

One of my favourite restaurants in London the atmosphere and food are amazing the staff were friendly and so nice with us.

Beautiful restaurant with some of the loveliest service I've ever had the pleasure to receive. This was my first time trying authentic Lebanese cuisine and I couldn't have picked a better establishment to set the standard!

Very nice place, food was great We came on holiday and we cannot speak English, but the girl who took care of us was Aleyna Türk, she helped us a lot, thank you.

The food and the atmosphere were very nice, the waiter who took care of us was also very attentive. Thank you to him and greetings to Aleyna.

The food is delicious and Rakan is very nice to us Yoyo is very kind to us and spoils us

the best food ever!! yoyo was the absolute best and was super inviting and amazing, highly recommend!

We a family of four when we enter restaurant one of the waiter he asked us whether we are having booking we said no then he told us to wait we waited then within 4 minutes he gave us table for 4 anyway 1 girl came and took our order and we ordered 2 mixed grilled beer drinks 1 more item with bread. But then manager came to our table and he gave another menu and he told us that each of us have to order 45 pounds each he wants to make sure he gets 180 pounds per table. I don’t mind paying him 200 pounds but he acts stupid with us we’re hungry for food but we didn’t beg for free. I’m not a big person but I feel for my kids cause they have choose your restaurant please ask your manager to obey for small business or big business manager should be good and provide great service. So please attach your menu saying that 45 pounds each person so that customer will think twice to enter your restaurant thanks

The restaurant is amazing, one of the best restaurants in London. Every single dish is magnificent. We enjoyed our dinner, especially because of the service in the restaurants. Many thanks to Eszter for the lively experience!

Great food, nice buzz, and super service. Thank you Yuyu!

Ishbilia has long been my favorite Lebanese restaurant in London, and it never disappoints. Their mezze dishes are perfectly crafted, with a hummus selection that’s especially creamy and delicious. The grilled meats are flawlessly seasoned and always of great quality. Whether dining in or ordering takeout, Ishbilia consistently delivers authentic, flavorful Lebanese cuisine.

Food was great and service was great thanks to Rakan, who was fantastic.

Super duper good. Tasty molokhie. Great selections of food. Great service !!!!!

My favourite restaurant in Knightsbridge.

The restaurant, God willing, is very classy in its food, and God willing, their treatment is very classy, ​​especially brother Rakan, who is very classy and respectful in his treatment.

Amazing service and good food definitely recommended

Always great food and service. Best Lebanese in London!. Thank you Raken

My girlfriend and I come here all the time. The food is deliciousness! I love all the lamb dishes - especially the Kibbeh Nayeh! The Lentil soup is great! I love their lemonade. From service to food it’s high quality! Authentic family food experience!

The best Lebanese restaurant in London! The food is consistently excellent and the service is even better. Special thank you to Rakan for taking care of us

Thank you very much for your service, especially big thank you to Estar

Awesome food and Eszter was super attentive👍

Had a lovely dinner at Ishbilia. The food was fresh and full of flavor, and the atmosphere was warm and relaxed. Rakan, our waiter, was fantastic, super attentive and made us feel so welcome. Would definitely go back!

The most delicious Lebanese restaurant I have ever eaten in my life and one of the most delicious London restaurants I have tried. The food is all fantastic. Hummus, Shish Tawook, everything. The receptionist, Riad, set a table for us without a reservation. The bag helped us with the order a lot 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Rakan was great, food was delicious. Highly reccomend.

Great Service, Fantastic Taste Food and Really Worm atmosphere. Definitely will be back👍🙏

worst experience ever. The service was terrible, the food was dry, and on top of all that, my husband got food poisoning from the tabbouleh

just not very good food sadly hummus was incredible though

Buena comida como siempre. Realmente disfruté cada poco de ella. El servicio fue fantástico como siempre. ¡Gracias Jalal! Siempre nos encanta venir aquí.

The food is delicious and the treatment is the best 😋💞

The appetizers and grills are very delicious

one of the best restuarant for dinner we hade last night,, food portion was good,, tasty worth the money.. staff were very good treat our tummy 😅. all the best

Rakan is very wonderful and his treatment is more than wonderful. We loved the restaurant and the food is very clean and delicious

Muy buen restaurante y personal muy amable. Comida étnica de gran calidad. Sin duda un lugar de regreso. Caminar - en su lugar, pero sin cola y estábamos sentados en cinco minutos