Kervan Sofrasi Restaurant in Enfield

Went for the first time and felt pretty good on food, atmosphere and service . But limited dishes for vegetarian 😅

Cenamos aquí el martes 11 de febrero de 2025 para celebrar el cumpleaños de mi marido. Tuvimos un shish de cordero y un shish de pollo servido con ensalada y patatas fritas, también había hummus y tztsiki, ensalada y pan pitta para empezar. Muy buen restaurante local.

I can’t believe I’ve lived nearby for four years and have never been here. The service is beyond spectacular and the food is great. With fair prices and fantastic food you can’t go wrong. They are also amazing with families. Five stars.

The service was great they were polite and very welcoming. The food was superb and very delicious. Would recommend it to anyone

The food was okay with generous portions and they serve free salad and bread. Service was just at an average level, could be improved. There was one staff who had a very long ponytail dangerously touching the food when she served. Space is so cramped you need to squeeze in to get to your seat. Also, the seats need to be refurbished as they were looking so grubby.

Disgusting food. Wrap tastes like you are eating a cardboard, it’s dry and small, with absolutely no sauce inside! The place itself is very loud and chaotic.

I’ve been a loyal customer of Kervan for seven years, but my recent visit was nothing short of appalling. It pains me to write this, but I feel compelled to share my experience. From the moment my meal arrived, it was evident that something was off. The food tasted as though it had been reheated rather than freshly prepared. The dishes were extremely burnt — a clear indication of negligence. However, the most shocking part was the grilled tomatoes. They were served ice cold, as if they hadn’t even been placed in the microwave. This was a major red flag, suggesting the use of old, reheated food. Upon bringing this to the attention of the staff, I was met with indifference. Despite the obvious issues, we were still charged the full bill without any compensation or sincere apology. This experience has truly tarnished the reputation of a place I once adored. I’m extremely disappointed and hope they reassess their quality control and customer service. Until significant changes are made, I will be reluctant to return.

I enjoyed their breakfast, Service was good, and nice atmosphere.

One can have seriously good food there

Great service, food was delicious, the restaurant looks new, very clean. My new favourite place. Thank you!

Eda was our waitress and she was brilliant. Really attentive and went out the way to make our visit amazing. Will be back again no doubt

The food was amazing and the amount of food you get is crazy. I had the mixed kebab and it was delicious. They also gave us a ton of free extras… salads, dips, breads etc. I can’t wait to come back to this place

Kervan is always a lovely restaurant with amazing food!! The service is good however is quite expensive

Very popular, there were lots of people when I visited. Only issue, I had was being cold due to drafts coming in from the external doors..

Hi I would just like to say that I very enjoyed the food and service today.I would like to highlight the name 'Sayed' because he was very kind, helpful, friendly and he was a good person. Additionally Sayed made the restaurants atmosphere way better. We will always come back for Sayed and the food.

“Estaba emocionado de probar un desayuno turco tradicional, pero este restaurante se perdió por completo la marca. La comida era totalmente insípida y carecía de los sabores vibrantes que esperaba. Los quesos eran blandos, las mermeladas tenían un sabor artificial y las aceitunas eran demasiado saladas o extrañamente amargas. El menemen, que debía ser rico y sabroso, era acuoso y poco sazonado. Incluso el pan, que es una parte tan importante de un desayuno turco, estaba rancio y frío. El té fue otra decepción: era débil, tibio y sabía como si hubiera estado sentado durante horas. Para empeorar las cosas, el servicio fue dolorosamente lento, y tuvimos que pedir repetidamente artículos básicos como mantequilla y miel, que deberían haberse servido automáticamente. Por el precio, esto fue una estafa completa. No recomendaría este lugar a cualquiera que busque una verdadera experiencia de desayuno turco.»

Friendly staff. tasty food, worth the drive.

Excellent food, great hospitality.

The food was delicious,all the mezze,salads was served very quickly and main dishes were served soon after.The staff is professional and polite.

Too good to go with this place is heavily unreliable. I suggest you do not rely on this restaurant to supply any left overs on the app as it doesn't matter what time you buy they 99% will cancel your order on the app last minute

I loved this place. I went for dinner It was amazing. The staff very kind and help us with some suggestion for food

The Turkish breakfast was really nice, with plenty of food and fresh bread. We couldn’t even finish the breakfast for two. Everything was tasty and fresh, although some dishes, like the grilled vegetables, were served cold—we would have preferred them hot. The omelette wasn’t as firm as we like, but overall, I recommend this place. The staff are very friendly and even offer free tea and extra bread if you want. Definitely worth trying!

We went in impromptu on a busy Saturday evening at about 5.20pm for a family dinner to celebrate a 15th birthday. We were seated almost immediately. Service in general is super efficient and we thank Tizzy very much for his wonderful manner and for executing the service part of his role quickly and professionally. We got a jug of apple juice and the mixed platter to share for a family of 6, 2 adults and 4 children, including a teenager. It was more than enough and absolutely delicious - meat, salad, bread, rice, chips, bulger - a variety with something for everyone :) Finished off with tea and a peppermint&lemon hot water which was a super way to digest the food. We will be back, hopefully with Tizzy to wait on us again!! :)

I have mixed feelings about our experience . Same things were ok but, others need a lot of some improvements. Our group arrived around 10 AM for breakfast. The restaurant had the front door open and inside it was very very cold. We tried seating away from the main door but we simply couldn't find any table away from the cold and draft. We ordered Turkish breakfast and the food was good overall. One incident that happened, I ordered filter coffee but I was brought expresso coffee instead. I asked them to change it and they brought again an expresso. At the same time, the coffee they were using was poor quality. The service was not great. There were plenty of servers around but it always took them ages to notice us whenever we needed . Overall I didn't feel very welcomed and I wouldn't return

Service is always excellent, have no complaints. Food could be better, sometimes it lacks flavour.

Great tasting food and excellent value for money

Nice food tad expensive for drinks

This place is already one of my favourite places, their Doner Kebab, is ace. The food is always excellent, and service is very, very good. What makes it extra special for me is that they are one of very few restaurants in the area who have enough space to have a conservatory area, where they allow customers to bring in their well behaved dogs. UPDATE: 30.12.2024! STILL GREAT!!! Food, Service and restaurant all top marks. 😋

Buena comida del restaurante ok personal increíble, pero tenga cuidado que añaden cargo por servicio sin decirle. Además, los precios han subido mucho.

I’ve been a regular at Kervan Southgate in the past, but sadly, the quality of food has really gone downhill. The bread was hard and stale, and the chicken was tough and rubbery—definitely not the fresh, flavorful meals I used to enjoy here. To top it off, they’re charging £7.40 for a beer, which feels overpriced for what’s supposed to be a casual dining experience. Really disappointing overall.

Such lovely and friendly staff also wonderful food will definitely be back .Thankyou

Best Turkish restaurant in London

Excellent place for Turkish food in North of London near Southgate tube station, delicious Grilled platters of chicken and lamb. Staff was courteous and polite, service was quick and food was lovely.

I normally order 3 - 4 times a week through Deliveroo, First time visiting the restaurant in Southgate. Amazing customer service, great food big portions highly recommended. Special thank you for (Ayse) She's one of the bestest waitress ive seen after longtime of my restaurants experience. ( Make sure You Try Manti ) 5 Star.

Good food and atmosphere. Great team of staff.

Food quality is always good there is no complain about , But about the staff they need to be train more about customer service in this country. They close at 12 we went 11:20 for dinner there After a long journey , they brought the food 11:37 But the staff told we should leave at 12 and 5 6 staff standing around our table to finish our we give you plate to leave at 12 , they brought the bill 5 mins after the food and took the payment And we were literally kicked out before 12 Very disappointing .

We only had Lahmacun takeaway. They were nice and big but the flavour not quite right.More worryingly I've had the runs the next day

Unfortunately at over £7 a pint, I will not be returning.

Best order small chicken kebab.

Went here after many recommendations - was not disappointed! Food was absolutely delicious and the portions and prices were very fair. Will definitely visit again if in the area!

Fuimos a keravan en Southgate nos dieron una mesa que estaba rodeada por las otras mesas que no era cómodo en absoluto. La comida no era como antes, pido lam diner que venía muy frío y seco no disfrutamos en absoluto de lo único que quieren servir comida y dar su mesa al próximo cliente. Muy muy decepcionante por el dinero que te cobran.

Above average turkish restaurant and u know what u get there.. Not rubbish but not top qaulity food either. Always been happy here. Service great 👍

They got my order wrong twice and cold. The food was 8.8 out if 10 .

My husband, son, and I visit here at least once a month, and it’s always an incredible experience. The food is absolutely delicious—so flavorful and satisfying. Our son, who’s usually a very picky eater, absolutely loves all the grilled dishes and enjoys them every time without hesitation. Every visit has been nothing short of amazing, with consistently great service and food. If you haven’t tried this place yet, it’s an absolute must!

Amazing Turkish restaurant, lovely food and friendly staff .

Food was lovely. I ate like a king

Great customer service also food was fantastic 👌 thank you for making my birthday special 😀

Delicious!! Amazing quality meat, beautifully marinated and cooked excellently.

Invited to a friend's birthday lunch. Bread, salad, hummus and tzatiki to start then a wonderful feast on a platter. Different cuts of chicken, lamb on rice, bulgur and bread. More than enough to go around. Birthday cake, baklava and Turkish tea to finish. Very enjoyable, excellent service.

Invitado al almuerzo de cumpleaños de un amigo. Pan, ensalada, hummus y tzatiki para comenzar una maravillosa fiesta en bandeja. Diferentes cortes de pollo, cordero sobre arroz, bulgur y pan. Más que suficiente para dar vueltas. Tarta de cumpleaños, baklava y té turco para terminar. Muy agradable, excelente servicio.

We have ordered chicken doner. They must have changed the meat because it was very fat and far away from what they did before. Salad was poor looking. The service there is always great.

Fui con mi marido a comer algo el lunes por la noche. El servicio solía ser muy bueno, pero se ha deslizado. Me senté y me dieron menús rápidamente. 4 chicos se quedaron hablando cerca de las cajas y nos siguieron mirando cuando habíamos elegido claramente como los menús estaban cerrados y de nuevo en la mesa. Finalmente vinieron y preguntaron qué queríamos. La comida de mi marido fue lo primero... Por unos 10 minutos. Estaba a mitad de camino antes de que llegara el mío. Tampoco se ofreció ninguna explicación. Esto nunca había pasado antes. En mi opinión, las comidas deben servirse juntas. Si hubiera habido un error, entonces debería haberse ofrecido una explicación. Cuando el mío finalmente llegó el salmón era encantador, sin embargo, el puré estaba frío como piedra y grumoso. Mi esposo también lo intentó y no podía creer lo malo que era. Ningún miembro del personal se acercó a nosotros y no pude llamar su atención, así que solo comí salmón y verdura y dejé toda la papa. Cuando vinieron a limpiar nuestros platos no preguntaron cómo estaba - literalmente recogieron los 2 platos mientras pasaban. Una verdadera lástima ya que hemos venido aquí años, pero los estándares no son los mismos.

Consistently delivering excellent quality food in everything. Starters, salad, mains, deserts… the best place

Went on a Saturday night, very busy had to wait about 20 minutes as they don’t take bookings for less than 6 people. Free hoummous and salad for the table which was a nice touch. Food was tasty.

Top class , and very yummy food. Love Turkish restaurants.

We eat breakfast 😋 also another time eat kebab

Always so good! Delicious food. And the best service!

As always, did not disappoint. Certainly was a most memorable and enjoyable experience 😊

Very large portions, food was amazing

We went for breakfast today. Everything was really fresh and delicious. The staff was very attentive. Thank you for this delicious breakfast.

I feel you visit with the expectations of what is basically a fast food sit down restaurant. The service is very good and the staff are pleasant. At peak times it is very busy and extremely noisy. The tables are close together, almost back to back and I had the misfortune of sitting by the stairs which had constant traffic from guests and staff. The food is there to fill you up and is not the best but if you want to have large portions this is ideal. I'd recommend going at slow periods maybe mid week lunch and also avoiding the set meals.

I went there on Saturday night, although it was a very busy night still they managed to serve the food quickly, service was good enough, the quality of the meat I ordered (lamb) was very chewy I am afraid

Great service and delicious Turkish breakfasts

Great food, great atmosphere, good value.

Love this restaurant a bit pricey but definitely worth every penny ..nice staff big portions

Bravo from Greece 🇬🇷👏 2 time there nice perfect nice tea in the end :)

Very good and affordable food!!

Great place. Was recommended by a friend , great service and hospitality. Food was lovely even as a vegetarian.

Arrive here with a big appetite. Food, service location all excellent.

Good food, good value, good prices ! Very very busy so book in advance. Off street parking after 18:30

I like the service and food quantity, best turkish karvan branch

A very good Turkish restaurant with good food. My only criticism is that the restaurant was cold and I'm not sure if that's because of the staff standing in the middle area keep a door open for the delivery drivers.

Love the breakfasts here. Great way to start the weekend.

Well guys ! Their breakfast is the their core item on the menu ! It’s never disappointing .. you will absolutely love it . I am not a big fan of their platters but I believe the good thing is go during the week not the weekends trust me

From the beginning until leaving everything was amazing. Everything is fresh and polite staff. Highly recommend.

Taste Lovely restaurant Friendly staff

Had large platter £69.99 for take away and was not adequate to feed two adults and child. Portion size reduce but pricing remains high. I won’t be ordering again. The meat was also chewy.

I had a fantastic experience at Kervan Sofrasi Southgate! The breakfast was absolutely delicious, with a great variety of authentic Turkish dishes that were fresh and full of flavour. The highlight for me was their brilliant Turkish coffee—rich, aromatic, and the perfect finish to the meal. The staff were friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. You also have the option to sit either outside or inside, depending on your preference. Although there's no parking available at the restaurant, you can easily park at the Asda car park nearby. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a top-quality Turkish breakfast and coffee in Southgate

The noise level and waiters running in to you unbearable. Everything felt rushed after getting through the hectic London traffic. Not enjoyable being barged with dirty plates. Staff were very always very polite and accommodating. I don’t normally leave reviews but had to say how salty the food was. When we left we were all hit with the desire to rush into the Asda opposite and buy more drink. Just woke the following morning my throat hurts, my tummy churning. I remember being soo thirsty during the night. We had the platter. We paid £98 alone for this but it was taken up with bread as a base with less meat than we are used to. We had already had bread as a starter so it went untouched. We were disappointed as we have always platters in other Turkish restaurants and also the fact they took themselves a £14 tip/ service charge at the end slapped on, they don’t even bother asking! We wont be back in a hurry.

Among all Keenan’s , I personally think they are the best with regard to taste and food.

Big place. Wide selection. Food well made. Friendly amenable staff. Will go again.

Great food. Service was slow. Kept having to go and find waiters which was very annoying

Anoche, visité su sucursal de Hertford con mi familia después de mucho tiempo para ver si el servicio y el gusto seguían siendo los mismos, pero estábamos muy decepcionados. La comida era aceptable, pero la experiencia estaba lejos de ella. Pedimos el Karavan Special Platter (£ 72 ) junto con dos Sprites (£ 7 ) y una limonada (£ 3 ) , que deberían haber totalizado £ 82 . Sin embargo, nos cobraron £ 90 por alguna razón. No entiendo por qué nos cobraron de más, especialmente con el comportamiento aparentemente agradable del personal. Apenas terminamos la mitad del plato, y en el pasado, el personal siempre se ofrecía a empacar la comida restante para que nos la lleváramos. Pero ayer, un joven funcionario más bajo simplemente dejó dos cajas vacías sobre la mesa sin ofrecerse a ayudar. Cuando le pregunté si podía ayudar, me dijo “bien”, pero nunca regresó a pesar de que no estaba ocupado. Hemos decidido que esta será nuestra última visita, ya que fue un completo desperdicio de dinero.

Last night, I visited your Hertford branch with my family after a long time to see if the service and taste were still the same, but we were very disappointed. The food was acceptable, but the experience was far from it. We ordered the Karavan Special Platter (£72) along with two Sprites (£7) and one lemonade (£3), which should have totaled £82. However, we were charged £90 for some reason. I don’t understand why we were overcharged, especially with the staff’s seemingly pleasant demeanor. We barely finished half of the platter, and in the past, the staff would always offer to pack the remaining food for us to take away. But yesterday, a young, shorter girl (staff member )simply left two empty boxes on the table without offering to help. When I asked if she could assist, she said ‘okay’ but never returned even-though it wasn’t busy.We’ve decided this will be our last visit, as it was a complete waste of money.

If you're in the area, be sure to stop by. Taste stop.

Mr. Miron provided outstanding service during our visit to Kervan. He was incredibly friendly, polite, and professional, making us feel truly welcome. His positive energy and attentiveness made our dining experience exceptional. Kervan is lucky to have such a dedicated and warm-hearted waiter.

Went here to have a quick snack. Ordered a bannofee pie with an apple tea on the side and it's honestly a good value for money. The place has a very nice aesthetic, cleaned and a very quick service with a group of helpful staff members. Would Def go back here again for dinner. 🍰☕

I have been to this branch a few times and have found the food and service wonderful, the food has always been fresh, hot, plentiful and seasoned very well. The service is always warm, they serve with a smile and are efficient. I have been before and will for sure go again.

Lovely food, great service. I have been coming here for years, definitely would recommend.

Good food and service. Nice spacious surroundings.

Great food and all the staff join in and make the effort to make a birthday celebration even better

Great, good value meal and in vast quantities. The staff were friendly and quick. Just got back after a family meal for 4 for 40 pounds. It was packed with people waiting by the door. For what you get for the price, it has to be 5 stars. Update - Wow almost 2 years since I last came here. We had the Kervan special which was too much for a family of 4. The bread and salad with dips will blow you out at the start. £50 for this meal and drinks which is around 10% more than 2 years ago. Staff where great. Nov 2018 £54 for a family of 4, ordered the kervan special which we could not finish again. Didn't get the free tea this time but the meal was really tasty. 2024 same meal now £80. Still great. Parking at Asda across the road, free for 3 hours.

Great mains, skip the cold starters. Service average. Nice interior and exterior layout and atmosphere.

Lovely restaurant, really amazing service and the food was so tasty! Totally recommend!!!

Food was very average. Had tastier turkish dishes in other restaurants in north London. Maybe I've chosen the wrong night. Portion rather small and what was meant to be an aubergine/yougurt lamb dish ended up being mainly yougurt and a few pieces of lamb. (Chef speciality).

Previously went here a couple of times and quite enjoyed it.. but on my 3rd trip recently, I found the food wasn't as tasty as before we paid nearly £100 for the family Platter between 5 of us and definitely noticed the portion size had reduced considerably. Also had a few extras on the side. I've been let down as it was my Daughter's birthday who was really looking forward to it. Don't think I'll be rushing back.. especially the 2 hours journey from South London.

Staff are very nice and very attentive, food is good and atmosphere is great.. 👍

Kervan is a wonderful place to visit and have a great meal with an extensive menu and friendly staff. The food was cooked to perfection, arrived hot, and in a timely fashion, which added to this lovely evening out. I would recommend Kervan if you want a good meal in a nice venue with a great atmosphere and friendly/attentive staff.

have visited Kervan Sofrasi in Southgate on multiple occasions, and unfortunately, the quality of the lamb meat has consistently been poor. Each time, the lamb has been disappointingly chewy and lacked the tenderness and flavor one would expect from a reputable restaurant.I particularly do not recommend their Lamb Shish or Cop Shish, as both dishes have failed to meet basic standards of quality. For those seeking a satisfying lamb dish, it would be best to look elsewhere.

Very but it was a very nice atmosphere and service quickly were served with ordered dishes and appetizers.