Authentic Persian Kitchen

Welcome to Sufi Restaurant, a gem in West London W12, offering a haven for authentic Persian cuisine since 2007. At Sufi, we take pride in delivering an immersive journey into the essence of Iran's culinary tradition, focusing on home-style cooking that brings the authentic flavors of Persia right to your table, prepared with unmatched passion, tradition, and the finest ingredients.

As soon as you step through our doors, you're enveloped in an atmosphere brimming with warmth and genuine hospitality, mirroring our dedication to making every guest feel at home. Our menu celebrates the vast diversity of Persian cuisine, from the smoky delight of meticulously grilled kebabs to the complex layers of flavors in our aromatic rice dishes and hearty stews. Each dish showcases the unique blend of spices and herbs that are the hallmark of traditional Persian cooking, prepared with a home-style touch that speaks to our culinary heritage.

Dining at Sufi is more than a meal—it's an exploration of culture, an embodiment of unparalleled hospitality, and an opportunity to create memories that linger. Whether you're a connoisseur of Persian cuisine or embarking on your first culinary voyage, we're here to guide you through an authentic experience.

Situated in the heart of West London W12 since 2007, Sufi Restaurant is not just a place to eat but a destination where culinary artistry meets tradition in a cozy, home-style setting. Join us for a genuine Persian dining experience that goes beyond the plate, inviting you on a journey through the rich, tapestry of Persian culture. Welcome to Sufi—where each dish tells a story of tradition and passion, and every visit feels like coming home.

Fresh Products

"At Sufi Restaurant, we pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients to bring the authentic flavors of Persia to life in every dish."

Skilled Chefs

"Our kitchen is led by experienced and skilled Persian chefs, masters in the art of traditional Persian cuisine."

Fresh Juices & Fermented drinks

"Indulge in our fresh juices and house-made fermented drinks, meticulously prepared to complement your dining experience."

Vegan & Vegetarian

"We offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes, thoughtfully crafted to cater to all dietary preferences."

Lamb fillet
About

Sufi's Philosophy

Sufi Restaurant embraces a philosophy of authentic, home-style Persian cuisine, deeply rooted in the culinary traditions of Persia. Central to this philosophy is a dedication to using only the freshest ingredients, ensuring each dish is both flavorful and nourishing. Our commitment to authenticity is reflected in our traditional recipes, passed down through generations, and our cooking methods, which include the ancestral technique of char-grilling. This traditional method, alongside the aromatic essence of smoke, is key to enhancing the flavors of our dishes. By focusing on quality over quantity, Sufi provides a true taste of Persian culture and cuisine, offering a limited number of guests an intimate, cultural dining experience that prioritizes the preservation of our unique culinary heritage.

Authentic Persian Cuisine

Google Business reviews - What our customers say about us

  • Best Persian food you will ever eat. Family friendly, the waiter is very nice and her birthday was on 13th of August. The bread is 10/10 and the baklava is... read more

    Hamam Hamed Avatar Hamam Hamed
    08/14/2024

    Very fresh & tastey. Food like heaven. Price is just right not expensive at all. Very welcoming environment to take you into wonderfull persian experience. Cant wait to visit again... read more

    SHAMS ELKON Avatar SHAMS ELKON
    08/10/2024

    My new favourite restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious and fresh. The atmosphere was great. And Tahmineh, our waitress just made everything 10x better, professional, friendly and lovely. Thank you.... read more

    atosa khazaei Avatar atosa khazaei
    08/10/2024

    the best of the best restaurants in london

    Mohammad Mansori Avatar Mohammad Mansori
    07/31/2024

    Great food! Food was delivered on time! I would go again.

    Nikos Konstantinidis Avatar Nikos Konstantinidis
    07/25/2024

    Food was very good, unfortunately a flock of foxes barged into the restaurant and started eating my food using a pair of chopsticks. Great customer service, great food. ... read more

    Behrooz Esmaeili Avatar Behrooz Esmaeili
    07/24/2024

    Phenomenal authentic Iranian food with a homely feel and extraordinary baklava. Would highly recommend, we devoured it. Even home made ayran!

    Mike Mann Avatar Mike Mann
    07/23/2024

    We stumbled upon this place walking around the neighborhood of our AirBnb and decided to give it a try...so glad we did! The restaurant is cute and quaint, the service... read more

    Deborah Sievers Avatar Deborah Sievers
    07/21/2024
  • مطعم ايراني رهيب ياجماعة

    عبدالله الجبيل Avatar عبدالله الجبيل
    07/10/2024

    Excellent service! The taste is amazing and the team is very friendly. If I lived in London, I would come every week. We are visiting from Mexico, first time in... read more

    GUSTAVO TURATI Avatar GUSTAVO TURATI
    07/09/2024

    A fantastic Persian restaurant. The bread alone is worth a visit. Great service and good value.

    Ryan Jones Avatar Ryan Jones
    06/30/2024

    We went there for a wedding reception and was really surprised at the quality of the food and service. The food was adequately proportioned and tasted delicious!!! We're hoping to... read more

    Abdullah Al-saber Avatar Abdullah Al-saber
    06/28/2024

    We had a lovely dinner here. Food was excellent, fresh and flavourful. The quality of lamb was superb.

    Usman Latif Avatar Usman Latif
    06/17/2024

    This is the second visit in 3 weeks and yet again very enjoyable evening. Tried different dishes on the menu 😋. Couldn't find fault. Atmosphere very relaxing. Will certainly be... read more

    miss bradley Avatar miss bradley
    06/12/2024

    Phenomenal authentic Iranian food with a homely feel and extraordinary baklava. Would highly recommend, we devoured it. Even home made ayran!

    Mike Mann Avatar Mike Mann
    07/23/2024

    We stumbled upon this place walking around the neighborhood of our AirBnb and decided to give it a try...so glad we did! The restaurant is cute and quaint, the service... read more

    Deborah Sievers Avatar Deborah Sievers
    07/21/2024
Special Dishes

Enjoy the Specials, Home_Style Cooking

Sufi Persian Restaurant

TripAdvisor- What our customers say about us

  • star rating  Best persian restaurant around - Outstanding service from the owner, very inviting and he makes you feel so welcome. He takes the time to explain the menu. Very tidy interior, staff were so friendly and... read more

    avatar thumb Trip68634415398
    03/18/2024

    star rating  Fantastic Restaurant and atmosphere - This restaurant was great, the food was delicious and the portions were very generous. We attended for a joint birthday celebration and we had a lovely area. The staff were... read more

    avatar thumb Connector34975041886
    03/17/2024

    star rating  Pleasant persian restaurant. - Pleasant persian restaurant with excellent service and. The food was very good and the servings were large. You won't leave the restaurant hungry. It was possible to have a conversation... read more

    avatar thumb Leif Egil O
    01/19/2024

    star rating  A cosy environment brilliant food and first class service. A gem. - I wanted to chose a discrete but quality venue to celebrate my 50th birthday. After much research and the positive reviews I chose Sufi. Given its capacity is... read more

    avatar thumb Kam-Haider
    12/05/2023

    star rating  Best moments with lovely taste  - Nothing to say unless everything great Professional chef Unbelievable tasting Friendly management

    avatar thumb Fariborz S
    10/08/2023

    star rating  Best experience in SUFI - I have been to Iranian restaurants before but never had I this quality experience. The best Persian food can be experienced in Sufi. The quality of the food is amazing.... read more

    avatar thumb Parmida M
    10/07/2023
  • star rating  Excellent for takeaway as well as eat in.  - Normally we eat at Sufi restaurant. Yesterday for a big family gathering we had take away. The food was delicious as always, perfectly cooked grilled meats and fresh salad. Delivered... read more

    avatar thumb Philip M
    10/01/2023

    star rating  Best authentic Persian resturant - The best Persian food in town . Cater for vegan , veggie , gluten-free . You can eat like a king , order selection of starters and share with friends... read more

    avatar thumb mahayassaie
    09/17/2023

    star rating  Great palace for dinner. - Very good and polite service. We loved every minute here and music was very good also. We come here 100% next time, when we will be in London. From Abinur. Kazakhstan🇰🇿

    avatar thumb Abinur S
    08/07/2023

    star rating  Superlative food - Excellent dish of zereshk-polo which is a traditional Persian rice and chicken dish. It was cooked to perfection and the portion was generous and very satisfying. As it happens, it... read more

    avatar thumb Chiantiesque
    05/01/2022

    star rating  Original and delicious middle eastern (Persian) food - I have just one word to describe this and that is WOW I am originally from Iran and can confirm that this restaurant is delivering the food as it should... read more

    avatar thumb farokh shoaei
    04/16/2022

    star rating  First rate Persian food - Excellent Persian restaurant with friendly and unhurried service. The food is terrific: wonderful dips as a starter, followed by stews and kebabs. Decent house wine. Can't wait for another excuse... read more

    avatar thumb JeremySG
    02/14/2022
  • star rating  consistently great food! - Sufi is our favourite Iranian restaurant which we have visited many times and never been disappointed. We ordered take away food for 12 just after Christmas, a combination of... read more

    avatar thumb vicmic2015
    01/01/2022

    star rating  Mostly good - Like many restaurants, they’re struggling. Judged by their bread, olive starter and fish main courses, they have less to worry about than others. The Efes beer was great too. Not... read more

    avatar thumb ersatzs66
    12/15/2021

    star rating  Superlative food - Excellent dish of zereshk-polo which is a traditional Persian rice and chicken dish. It was cooked to perfection and the portion was generous and very satisfying. As it happens, it... read more

    avatar thumb Chiantiesque
    05/01/2022

    star rating  Original and delicious middle eastern (Persian) food - I have just one word to describe this and that is WOW I am originally from Iran and can confirm that this restaurant is delivering the food as it should... read more

    avatar thumb farokh shoaei
    04/16/2022

    star rating  First rate Persian food - Excellent Persian restaurant with friendly and unhurried service. The food is terrific: wonderful dips as a starter, followed by stews and kebabs. Decent house wine. Can't wait for another excuse... read more

    avatar thumb JeremySG
    02/14/2022