HMC CertifiedRustic Sit-Down Aesthetic
FSA 4/5 ★Middle Eastern · Persian · London
Mahdi Restaurant
215 - 217 King Street, London W6 9JT·£18–£32 pp(Mid-Range Sit-Down)
Cuisine Style
Middle Eastern & Persian
Mid-Range Sit-Down
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What to expect at Mahdi Restaurant
Mahdi Restaurant is an rustic sit-down dining room located on 215 - 217 King Street in London (W6), specialising in Middle Eastern, Persian cuisine. It operates as officially HMC Certified (verified against the Halal Monitoring Committee directory) with a dedicated halal kitchen and is a strictly 100% alcohol-free venue, making it a trusted choice for diners looking for transparent halal standards in London.
Atmosphere-wise, it is particularly well suited for date nights with your spouse, family meals with kids and in-laws. Diners typically spend around £18–£32 pp (Mid-Range Sit-Down), which covers shared starters or mezze, freshly cooked main course or charcoal grill, breads/sides & drinks. Practical details include an official FSA food hygiene score of 4/5★, step-free wheelchair access.
🍽️ Middle Eastern, Persian💷 £18–£32 pp (Mid-Range Sit-Down)✨ Rustic Sit-Down🕌 HMC Certified🚫 100% Alcohol-Free
Usual Spend GuideMid-Range Sit-Down
£18–£32 ppTypical per person
What this usually covers: Shared starters or mezze, freshly cooked main course or charcoal grill, breads/sides & drinks.
Full Visual Menu & Dish Guide✓ Curated Middle Eastern Menu & Guide
Menu & Signature Dishes at Mahdi Restaurant
Browse Starters, Mains, Grills, Sharing Platters & Desserts · Usual spend: £18–£32 pp
Menus on other sites may be out of date, and delivery app prices can differ from in-restaurant prices.
PopularCold & Hot Anatolian Mezze Platter (For 2–3)
£14.95Hummus, smoky babaghanoush, cacik, kisir, grilled halloumi, sucuk and warm puffed lavash bread.
StartersHMC CertifiedSharingBest Seller
Sigara Boregi & Falafel with Tahini
£6.95Crisp hand-rolled filo pastry filled with feta and parsley alongside herb falafel.
StartersHMC CertifiedVegetarian
PopularChef's Special Charcoal Mixed Ocakbasi Platter
£24.95Adana kofte, lamb shish, chicken shish, lamb ribs and chicken wings over bulgur pilav, salad and breads.
MainsHMC CertifiedBest SellerHigh-Protein
Hand-Minced Adana Lamb Beyti Sarma
£16.95Chargrilled spiced lamb wrapped in thin lavash with roasted tomato sauce, yoghurt and browned butter.
MainsHMC CertifiedHouse Special
PopularCharcoal Lamb Chops (Pirzola) & Chicken Shish
£19.95Tender seasoned lamb cutlets and marinated chicken cubes grilled over live oak charcoal.
MainsHMC CertifiedGluten-Free
Wood-Fired Kiymali & Kusbasili Pide
£13.45Traditional boat-shaped Turkish flatbread baked with diced lamb, peppers, tomatoes and kasar cheese.
MainsHMC CertifiedStone-Baked
Family Banquet Mangal Feast (4–5 Guests)
£64.95Full platter of lamb shish, chicken shish, adana, wings, ribs, 2 cold mezzes, rice, chips and fresh bread.
Sides & SharingHMC CertifiedFamily FeastGroup 4-5
PopularGaziantep Pistachio Baklava & Maraş Ice Cream
£7.45Crisp golden filo layers with crushed Antep pistachios and traditional stretchy dondurma.
DessertsHMC CertifiedSignature Sweet
Warm Cheese Kunefe & Pot of Turkish Çay
£7.95Shredded kadayif pastry with melted cheese, orange blossom syrup and complimentary tulip-glass tea.
DessertsHMC Certified100% Alcohol-Free
Representative Middle Eastern / Persian menu & guide for Mahdi Restaurant calibrated to its verified spend tier (£18–£32 pp).Own Mahdi Restaurant? Claim free to customize exact dish prices →
Smart Suitability Breakdown
£18–£32 pp · Mid-Range Sit-DownWho is Mahdi Restaurant best for?
With Wife / Date Night✓ Top Match
Features a Rustic sit-down setting well suited for couples and anniversaries (£38 – £64 for 2).
With Family & Kids✓ Family Friendly
Welcoming atmosphere for families, parents, and children with sharing-friendly dishes (£70 – £115 for 4).
Group Size & Events1 – 8 Guests
Verified Dining Facts
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Halal Assurance
HMC Certified
Verified directly against the official Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC) UK outlet directory.
Alcohol Policy
100% Alcohol-Free
Strictly 100% dry venue — no alcohol served on the premises.
Kitchen & Prep
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahdi Restaurant
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Is Mahdi Restaurant in London halal?+
Mahdi Restaurant (215 - 217 King Street, London W6 9JT) is verified on DinebyMe as HMC Certified, cross-checked directly against the official Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC) UK outlet directory. Kitchen preparation: Dedicated Halal Kitchen (no pork or non-halal meat handled on the premises).
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