Est. 2000 · Belgravia, London
Where Arabic
Soul Feeds the Senses
زيقة — المذاق الأصيل
Generations of craft, the finest Halal ingredients, and the warmth of Arabic hospitality — gathered at one table.
زيقة — المذاق الأصيل
Generations of craft, the finest Halal ingredients, and the warmth of Arabic hospitality — gathered at one table.
Zaiqah was born from a single belief — that Arabic food, prepared with honesty and love, is among the world's greatest cuisines. Our founders arrived in London in 2000 carrying recipes, spices and an unshakeable conviction.
Twenty-six years on, our za'atar is still stone-ground, our bread still hand-baked before every service, and every guest still leaves having felt something they did not expect: that a meal can feel like a homecoming.
Signature
Whole shoulder slow-roasted over saffron rice, almonds, and caramelised onions — a dish built for celebration.
House Favourite
Hummus, moutabal, kibbeh, fattoush, stuffed vine leaves and warm khubz — the full story in a single spread.
Chef's Pick
Kafta, shish tawook, lamb kofta and seekh kebab, grilled over charcoal and served with garlic sauce and rice.
Classic
Stone-ground chickpeas, aged tahini, lemon and garlic — topped with slow-braised spiced lamb and pine nuts.
Regional
Saudi-style long-grain rice fragrant with cardamom, rose water and dried limes, crowned with tender chicken.
Dessert
Pistachio, walnut and cashew baklava, each layered in hand-rolled filo and soaked in orange blossom syrup.
"Food is not just fuel. It is history, culture and the language of love — served warm."
— The Zaiqah Kitchen, Since 2000
"Zaiqah took me straight back to my grandmother's kitchen in Beirut. The ouzi was otherworldly — deeply spiced, impossibly tender. A restaurant that actually understands what Arabic food is meant to feel like."
Rami Al-AkhrasFood Writer · The Sunday Standard"The grand meze alone is worth the trip to Belgravia. Every element had been thought about. I have dined at fine Arabic restaurants across four countries — Zaiqah is at the very top."
Sophie WhitmoreHospitality Consultant · Dubai & London"As a chef myself, I rarely leave a restaurant truly impressed. Zaiqah managed it effortlessly. The kunafa was the finest I have had outside of Nablus, and the service made me feel like family."
James ReevesExecutive Chef · The Ivory ClubCall us or complete the form and we will confirm your reservation within the hour. We would love to welcome you.
Our weekly communal iftar — shared plates, warm bread, Ramadan lanterns and open doors from sunset. All are welcome.
Spend an intimate evening inside our kitchen — watch, taste and converse with Chef Nadia as she cooks a 7-course menu just for you.
A hands-on morning blending baharat, za'atar and ras el hanout with our spice master — followed by lunch in the dining room.