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"Shakshuka + Babka = Perfect Sunday brunch."(3 Tips)
"... try the delicious 'Aubergine tea with milk' if you can - super tasty!"(2 Tips)
"Excellent service."(5 Tips)
"The white chocolate cheesecake for dessert is a must have."(5 Tips)
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super pupMarch 16, 2017Most dishes very delicious - the best ones are amongst the best dishes I've had in London in years, esp. aubergine tea! Slightly overpriced, service not that professional tho nice. Will be back.Upvote7Downvote
Rory MaloneMarch 10, 2017Beautiful fresh Mediterranean/Middle-Eastern food from talented chef Eran Tibi in a stunningly-beautiful railway arch. Definitely try the delicious 'Aubergine tea with milk' if you can - super tasty!Upvote3Downvote- EmiliaJanuary 13, 2019V yummy, just order lots to share! The white chocolate cheesecake for dessert is a must have.
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Wilson ZhouSeptember 4, 2017GQ recommends: The steak and eggs: sticky date beef, fried eggs, pickled chili salsa and harissa hollandaise (£16). A mushier, saltier, stickier, more comforting delight you shall not find.UpvoteDownvote
Rick NijhuisNovember 9, 2017Service is friendly but could be more professional. Food is excellent though: cauliflower ‘crumble’ and burned babka with sesame, pistachio and plums are the stand outs
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Enzo MartinelliApril 14, 2021Hidden gem to be discovered along the arches of Union Street, also with tables outside for the good season
UpvoteDownvote- Lauren KeithFebruary 1, 2019The delicious cauliflower pita tastes straight out of Tel Aviv - would eat that for lunch every day if I could afford it. Dishes are a bit overpriced for the portion size.UpvoteDownvote
Chris EvansJanuary 16, 2017Defiantly go for the hummus and oxtail - it was so good we got it twice. Make sure you ask for extra (free) pittas with it too. Wouldn't recommend the salmon - bland and slightly overlooked.UpvoteDownvote
Martin MarmorsteinFebruary 21, 2017Brilliant Middle Eastern small plate eatery. The decor is a tad too bright, but the food compensates for all. If you are after new food trends, you've found your place.
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Katy ZackJanuary 25, 2017Delicious new Israeli restaurant. Get the cauliflower, aubergine, lamb and dumplings, chicken, and all the desserts.UpvoteDownvote
MouzaFebruary 16, 2018Cauliflower, trio salad, crispy sticky chicken, braised beef shoulder
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Gabrielle RowanJanuary 10, 2020The food is incredible. Brunch is excellent - so different from everywhere else and genuinely delicious.UpvoteDownvote
Nick ManlucciaMarch 30, 2019The maple and harissa salmon was stellar. Staff was super friendly too!UpvoteDownvote
Lien PyfferoenFebruary 24, 2018An explosion of tastes. Friendly staff! When you don't want the traditional food.UpvoteDownvote
Richard HoldenApril 12, 2017The £35 tasting menu was good value. Also, free additional bread!UpvoteDownvote
- Lewys BeamesMarch 13, 2018The charred cauliflower is a taste sensation. Excellent service.UpvoteDownvote
- Boon KohJanuary 25, 2020Much better Israeli / Middle Eastern food in London, and this place is really expensive for the portions you get, plus slow service. Surprised it is still open!UpvoteDownvote
Michelle WilesDecember 8, 2019Food is alright. Service is slow. Pictured - aubergine shakshuka
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Imogen CDecember 17, 2017Some tasty interesting dishes, some over priced baked potato with cheese on it.. wouldn’t return. Overpriced small portionsUpvoteDownvote
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Bala Baya
Arch 25, Old Union Yard Arches (229 Union St)
London
Greater London
SE1 0LR
United Kingdom
London
Greater London
SE1 0LR
United Kingdom
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- Noon–11:30 PM
- Sat
- 10:30 AM–4:00 PM
- 6:00 PM–11:30 PM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM–5:00 PM
+44 20 8001 7015
Features
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Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Parking
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Restroom
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
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