Saray Restaurant in Southwark

Overpriced Turkish restaurant trying to be exclusive, After ordering a signature dish lamb iskender which I have ordered from many places, I had collected my order got home and they had not put any yogurt or butter which is one of the key ingredients for the iskender dish, the portion size of the meat is poor as well the meat was fatty and didn’t taste nice, also as the quality of the dish presented, I wouldn’t be going back there in a hurry. 1*

Lovely food, ambience and views over the park. The meal and service were impeccable. This is some of the best Turkish cuisine in London. Unreservedly recommended.

Great food and affordable prices for London. Big portions and good quality. I ordered a sea bass BBQ and it was very good and great price. Starters and wine good too.

Lovely Turkish food, bread was delicious as was the meat and salads. Staff were lovely and friendly and were great with our two little boys.

Cuisine turque correcte. Patron attentionné. Nous y étions seuls en semaine en fin de service du midi. Le rapport qualité/prix est honorable pour Londres. Quartier de Hern Hill.

Superb food. Went here with a hangover, had the lamb shish, fantastic, lean meat, ezme salad, olives, chicken wings, chilli sauce was to die for, the guys working here were all smiling continuously, totally chilled out vibe.

Went here last night as a last minute bday meal for a friend, we were greeted and seated straight away. Service was 10/10 staff were all friendly welcoming and attentive. drinks were 10/10 food was hot fresh well seasoned just so enjoyable. The only fault i can i say and i wouldnt even call it a fault just a bit more variety in music, nothing else lol thank you 😊

Was recommended this restaurant by friends and was abysmally disappointed with the food and the drinks for the matter. We ordered the apple mint lemonade- it was apple juice with soda no mint or lemonade. The waitress did try to fix the drink but it just wasn't as expected. We ordered the share platter and ribs for 3 people. I have lived in Turkey and as a family we have spent many years holidaying there so very accustomed to standards of the food. This has to be the worst Turkish food I have ever tasted. The houmous was dry, no vine leaves as it was meant to have generally the starters weren't nice. Didnt taste fresh. The borek was very nice though 👌🏽. Mains were poor also very salty again didnt taste fresh the salad was browning. The bulgar that came with it was soggy and tasteless on one plate and the other was burnt although the chef insisted it was "sauce". I will say the lamb on the platter was very nice. The biggest issue for me was how rude the chef and manager was, the waitress was trying to resolve the issues however the chef was disgustingly rude. When we pointed out what wasn't right about the food he told us this is his food if u don't like it other people do shrugged his shoulders and walked off. I could not be paid to return to this restaurant.

Six of us dropped in and got really warm welcome. The athmosephere is great. We ordered several courses the food was great.

we have been here a few times and enjoy the food, but the owner is so rude to customers. We booked on line as we have done previously, and like always never received comformation of the booking. When we got there they were full. All the manager said was I have over 200 online enquires, I can't answer them all. We was not offered a waiting time slot, just sent away. This is not the first time that I have heard this man be rude to customers, even answering to one complaint as ," not my fault". We will definatly not be returning as for the price you pay, you would expect a little curtesy.

Visited this evening, and the food was absolutely fantastic! Place was very busy & looked like the staff were slightly rushed, however I would still highly recommend to anyone looking for a local Turkish restaurant. We’ll definitely be back! Thanks

We visited the restaurant as a party of 10 , for my Sons Birthday. The food was good quality, flavoursome and reasonably priced . Favourites were for the main mixed Grill and for Starters the Prawns in Garlic Sauce. A very enjoyable evening , the owner and his staff were very friendly and made us all feel welcome . Will be returning soon.

The owner was so lovely and friendly! The food was also delicious. One of the best Turkish restaurants in London!

Food is great if youre willing to wait a fortnight for it. Went there with my mates and we were there for three hours, didn't order any booze or anything just water and food. Took almost an hour to get our appetizers and then the main course came out about 45 mins later. After eating, took another 30 mins to try and wave the waiter down for the card machine. One guy was serving the entire floor, I understand times are hard right now but after observing the restaurant he was just flat out ignoring people. Table next to us didn't even get their drink orders after sitting there for 30 mins...it was busy but just unacceptable service. Good food though would recommend the set menu

Amazing authentic Turkish food smoked over a grill. Belly dancing on Fridays which is pretty jokes. Lovely staff too.

I went with my girl for Valentines. The food was very tasty and portions good. I would definitely recommend! Love the atmosphere as well, friendly staff

Best restaurant, it’s very clean, very modern and beautiful food! I’m vegetarian and they had amazing vegetarian and vegan options! I was certainly full and very satisfied with the service and the food. It was very filling and the portions were 5 star. I’ve came to this restaurant 6 times now, with my family and friends and always left us happy :) thank you!

Passed this place hundreds of times; it's where I live but finally stopped in with pal Bank Hol weekend and devoured a divine concoction I was reluctant to share. So I took the rest home! Beyti I think it was called; a fragrant and yummy...

What a great place. Nice big windows give lots of light and a view of the park. Friendly owner, great lamb chops and reasonable price. Would I come again? Definitely - highly recommended.

Food: As expected from Turkish Cuisine. The meal was very enjoyable and heavy. Like most Turkish restaurants we were served a small starter as we waited for our ordered Starters. We had Hot Meze Plate to share for starter. There were certainly enough portions for...

Always come here with my family on the weekends. The bread is amazing and always have too much to actually finish the mains. Love the vegetarian options.

Been here more than any other restaurant ever. Love it. Every time we have family or friends coming we always go to Saray..

I must say I had the best birthday with all my family and friends at Saray (we were a group of 20). The food was delicious ( I had the lamb beyti for mains and calamari for starters), the staff were friendly and the atmosphere...

I have to say we do not recognise the last negative review. We have visited twice for lunch and both times had outstanding lamb chops, shaslik and great meze. I have been to Turkey several times so I know what good Turkish food is. The...

Very nice place ! Good food and very quality service. I am sure I will come back to this place. We had wonderful time and fantastic evening. Highly recommended!!!

Beautiful restaurant. Nice welcome Service was excellent, answered any queries, House wine really good. Waiter could not be any more helpful. We let him pick our wine, starter and main after describing what we liked. He did not fault! Food was really good... Highly recommended. Thank...

Everything terrible with this visit. We arrived very hungry at 6.30pm on a Saturday night restaurant half full. We were greeted nicely and sat down. 15 minutes later still no menus given or asked for drinks order. Menus and drinks order taken by a clearly...

Lovers of Mediterranean, Turkish, Middle Eastern food would really like Saray. Recommended by a friend, this restaurant is great for an after work catch up, Friday take out, dinners and celebrations. We had a hearty sharing platter of chicken wings, a lamb chop, Adana kebab,...

İt was fabulous soup and starters that İ have ever tasted in London. The meat was also perfect grilled . And totaly free entertaintment with very kind service .İ really love the man who was doing service with lovely laugh :) When you open door...

The atmosphere is lovely. The staff are lovely and will chat and joke with you. However they have no urgency (which could be seen as a positive). But from drinks to food the service took way too long. Wouldn't have minded if it was amazing...

Cosy place and a nice atmosphere. The owner and waiter is very friendly and takes time to talk and ensures you are enjoying yourselves. he has one of the best laughs, and loudest, that I have heard but it makes the experience and food even...

The food here was amazing! Best food in Herne Hill and pretty reasonable for the huge portions! Shame it wasn't busy as the staff were great. I recommend the lamb

We visited This place for a quick lunch. Really liked the food. Service was great and food was awesome and fresh. Portion sizes were huge and very reasonable prices. Also, the location is superb-- right opposite the park across herne hill and very close to...

I've been to Saray twice and both times the service was friendly and the food was delicious. Portions were very generous and there were several vegetarian options which was good for me given some restaurants / pubs in Herne Hill have limited options. The staff...

We wanted some food after a busy week and headed to Sarah. We were given a warm welcome. There's lots of choice on the menu and the portion sizes are huge. The food was very tasty and we were given takeaway boxes for the food...

Sunday lunch for four. At 1.00pm the place was empty and stayed that way until 4.00 + Quite surprising as we expected it to be packed but the opportunity to talk uninterupted once they, at our request, turned the ethnic music down. The food was...

We dropped in here by chance as we had only a small amount of time and what a surprise. Staff could not have been friendlier and the menu has a great selection small meze type dishes as well as larger ones. We ordered 7 mezes...

I’ve been there a few times and never disappointed!The food is fantastic as usual !Fresh,tasty,generous; traditional Turkish restaurant with amazing decoration! Friendly service and delicious real Turkish food! Definitely recommend to everyone !!!

We have been eating here for a while and the quality remains high. The meat is always excellent and the starters varied and tasty. Service is friendly and impeccable. I particularly like the silver cups with the whirling Dervish design that they bring the Turkish...

This is your typical 'very enjoyable, 7.5/10' - Middle Eastern restaurant. Very good, tasty food & reasonable priced. The meats were tender and flavoursome, and the salads crisp and tasty. The decor is very pleasant and the staff very good. I can't understand why it's...

It was Sunday evening and we couldn't decide what we wanted. We weren't overly hungry and saw the menu in the window. We got some starters and they were all absolutely delicious. The minced lamb was tender, the chicken wings were super tasty and perfectly...

An excellent restaurant, with service and ambiance matched. The food is delicious, with generous portions from an excellent menu.

Went with my husband , I had the lamb shish , he had lamb shank , both meals were excellent , his fell off the bone , had 4 cocktails very reasonable price ,wonderful staff , we will be back

I have ordered takeaway from this restaurant 3 times, and not once come home with the correct order. We still keep going back because the food is brilliant, but I don't know why I keep hoping their forgetfulness is a one-off. We will probably order...

There were 12 of us who came for a family members 30th birthday. The food was excellent and the service was relaxed but attentive. The only downside is that for 3 course, it took 3.5 hours in total for the food but due to a...

We had 2 house specials and vegetarian moussaka. All very nice. Big portions. Friendly service and nice music

This lovely spacious and relaxed restaurant has become a regular feature for us. The portions are indeed generous and the food is getting better each time we go. Particularly nice is the Ottoman style liver (starter) and the various vegetarian or lamb main courses. The...

Came here with a friend after work. Had starters and a main. An appealing feature of the restaurant is the window that looks onto the kitchen where food is prepared in full view of the punters. Had the aubergine dip and hummus kuwarma for starter...

We dined here last Sunday at about 6.30. The restaurant was very quiet at that time. The cocktails were nicely made. The service was excellent, cheerful and helpful. The hot meze for starter was tasty, varied and very filling. We shared a lamb kebab cooked...

Lovely food, ideal for me and my veggie family, generous portions, lovely staff, very nice with the kids. Attentive with water refilling and fresh, delicious food. Goodness knows why I haven't been before! Also, great vibe, lovely music and warm atmosphere.

Do not know Herne Hill so we were looking for a good local restaurant. We were not disappointed. This seems to be a family run Turkish restaurant. We shared a number of starters and then Sarah and I had seabream - delicious - and Neil...

Chicken pirzola was delicious and big enough to feed two probably, the starters were great too- patlizzan ezme and humus - my favourites. This is the best place so far to eat the charcoal grilled food if you a fans of it.

Totally enjoyed by all the family been here a few time ourselves but the first time with all the family was a special occasion they were all blown away. Everyone stuffed and happy.

Friday night dinner, no need to book, friendly staff and huge portions. We could have shared the main course as starters and main course each was far too much food. The shish kebabs were amazing.

Had dinner with friends on a Friday evening. We were a little surprised that it was rather quiet when we first arrived, but the restaurant filled out through the evening to a very pleasant atmosphere. The mezze platter starter was delicious and generous (not just...

We had a lovely meal on a Sunday afternoon with family and friends. Staff was very friendly and food was so fresh and tasting great. The chargrilled meat chicken beef and lamp were chargrilled to perfection and the pomegranate salad along with the boureks and...

We were really happy with everything. The food amazing and very filling:) the service was great.highly recommended

Went to this restaurant with family for the first time to try it out. The food was delicious however we had to wait over 45 mins for dinner to arrive. We were starving & the restaurant wasn't even busy at 6pm on that midweek. Service...

Guys this place makes very testy food! Very good experience with family and friend high recommendation!!!

Lovely food, great service and portions were generous would visit again. I would have loved a traditional Turkish tea to end the meal. However we were given some traditional Turkish sweets which were delicious

Thank you for everything. We had a lovely dinner at Saray Restaurant. Great service and delicious dishes!

The food and drinks were amazing. I really loved the atmosphere, the place is warm and cozy. I enjoyed the music as well. Costumer service was excellent! The waitress who served me was very nice and gentle. I had an awesome time and I am...

Went here on saturday night and had a simply amazing meal. We'd been meaning to go for some time and it was very quiet when we arrived. The waiter was excellent and extremely helpful. The food was stunningly good, with the hot meze platter starter...

Excellent Mezze lunch - all dishes carefully hand prepared, fresh and really delicious. Fantastic value. A great place to catch up with friends while enjoying a tasty and healthy lunch in Herne Hill

The meze were fresh and delicious, served with lovely bread. The main courses were tasty and the prices are reasonable with great service. I'd definitely recommend.

Great food, and generous portions. The owner and staff are very friendly. You can even see the meat cooked in front of you on a charcoal grill. Strongly recommended!

A friend and I attended the restaurant for a gap filler whilst attending the brockwell park country show. However to our disappointment the food was dry or chewy. One dish was returned just for it to reemerge the same dry texture. Would I return NEVER...

This place is a gem, the staff were friendly but not overbearing and the food was excellent. Also very reasonably priced.

We stoped here for lunch. The food here is great. good choice of vegetarian dishes. Portions are generous. Good value for the price. The restaurant is very comfortable and there was no pressure to move on when finished eating. We had a great view of...