Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant offers authentic Iraqi cuisine in London, featuring traditional dishes such as grilled Masgouf fish and flavorful kebabs. The restaurant emphasizes the use of high-quality ingredients to create a true taste of Iraq.
Guests can enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere inspired by Mesopotamian culture, making it a perfect spot for a special meal or to experience genuine Iraqi flavors.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Lentil Soup£6.00
A hearty soup made with lentils, spices, and herbs, simmered to perfection.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 380
Samad Al-Iraqi’s Humous£10.00
Creamy humous topped with the chef’s special dressing, served with warm pita.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 608
Baba Ghanoush£9.00
Smoky roasted eggplant blended with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice.
Allergens: Sesame, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Mixed Olive Platter£7.00
A selection of marinated olives, perfect for sharing.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Stuffed Vine Leaves£11.00
Vine leaves stuffed with a flavorful mix of rice, herbs, and spices.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 525
Cucumber and Yoghurt with Herbs£8.00
Refreshing cucumber mixed with creamy yoghurt and a blend of herbs.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 507
Mixed Cold Appetizers Platter£20.00
A delightful assortment of humous, moutabal, fattoush, and aubergine salad.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 163
Spicy Potatoes£12.00
Crispy potatoes tossed in a spicy seasoning, served hot.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 551
Cheese Pastry£11.00
Iraqi-style spring rolls filled with a rich cheese mixture.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 300
Meat Pastry£11.00
Iraqi-style spring rolls filled with seasoned minced meat.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 300
Humous with Meat & Pine Nuts£12.00
Creamy humous topped with spiced minced meat and toasted pine nuts.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Tree Nuts, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 608
Chicken Liver£12.00
Sautéed chicken liver served with a choice of garlic & lemon or garlic & pomegranate molasses.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Trabulsi Kubbah£11.00
Burghul kubbah stuffed with minced lamb, deep-fried to a golden brown.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Grilled Halloumi Cheese£12.00
Grilled halloumi cheese served warm, perfect for cheese lovers.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Iraqi Pastrami£12.00
Sliced Iraqi pastrami served with a side of pickles.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 105
Hot Appetizers Platter£20.00
A selection of our best hot starters, perfect for sharing.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 414
Seasonal Salad£9.00
A selection of fresh seasonal vegetables dressed with pomegranate, lemon, and olive oil.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Fattoush Salad£9.00
Mixed greens with tomatoes, fried pieces of bread, sumac, and a tangy dressing.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 288
Rocket Salad£11.00
Rocket leaves with beetroot, red onion, and a zesty dressing.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Chef’s Special Salad£12.00
A mix of seasonal greens with figs, walnuts, and avocado in a vinaigrette dressing.
Allergens: Tree Nuts, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Parsley Salad£9.00
A refreshing salad of parsley, tomatoes, bulgur, onion, and mint, dressed with lemon and olive oil.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Aubergine Salad£9.00
Fried aubergines mixed with onions and peppers, dressed with the restaurant’s special sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 288
Beetroot Salad£9.00
Chopped beetroot served with a special garlic dressing.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Iraqi Salad£9.00
A simple salad of chopped cucumber, tomato, and onions.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Iraqi Kubbah£17.00
Mosul Kubbah, a bulgur pie stuffed with seasoned minced meat.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 525
Mosul Kubbah with Almonds & Raisins£18.00
A delightful bulgur pie filled with minced meat, almonds, and raisins.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Tree Nuts, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Kubbah Halab£15.00
Six pieces of rice dough stuffed with minced meat, deep-fried to perfection.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Kubbah Saray£22.00
Two pieces of bulgur dough stuffed with minced meat, cooked in tomato sauce with chickpeas and vermicelli.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 525
Potato Kubbah£15.00
Six pieces of mashed potatoes stuffed with minced meat, deep-fried.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Kubbat Hamouth£22.00
Five pieces of Iraqi Kubbah stuffed with meat, cooked in tomato sauce, served with turnip and humous.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 525
Samad Al-Iraqi’s Daily Dish£25.00
Please ask a member of staff about the dish of the day.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Lamb Quzi£22.00
Iraqi-style lamb chunks served with a mix of white, red, and biryani rice, garnished with vermicelli and raisins.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Stuffed Lamb£24.00
Roasted lamb meat seasoned with Iraqi spices, served with rice, nuts, and raisins.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Tree Nuts, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 525
Lamb Tashrib£22.00
Lamb chunks served on hot tannour bread, marinated in tomato sauce and vegetables, served with white rice.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Tashrib Bamieh£22.00
Lamb chunks served on hot tannour bread, marinated in okra and tomato stew, served with white rice.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Tashrib Qaleya£24.00
Lamb slices cooked with onions on hot tannour bread, marinated in meat stock, served with white rice.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Chicken Tashrib£22.00
Half chicken served on hot tannour bread, marinated in a vegetable and tomato sauce, served with white rice.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Lamb Biryani£24.00
Lamb meat served on a platter of biryani rice, cooked with Iraqi spices, peas, carrots, and raisins.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 819
Lamb Shoulder£90.00
Iraqi-style lamb shoulder served with a mix of white, red, and biryani rice, garnished with vermicelli and raisins.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Quzi Al Sham£24.00
Special dough stuffed with biryani rice, cooked with Iraqi spices, lamb, and chicken pieces, grilled in the stone oven.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 472
Chicken Biryani£22.00
Pieces of chicken with rice, carrots, peas, and raisins, marinated with Iraqi spices.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Meat Maqluba£24.00
Slices of lamb cooked with red rice, aubergine, potatoes, and tomatoes.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Chicken Maqluba£22.00
Pieces of chicken with rice, aubergine, and grilled potato.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Kebab Arouk£22.00
Oval-shaped fried kebabs seasoned with chopped vegetables, served with fried aubergine and potato.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1040
Tepsi Baytinijan£24.00
Slices of aubergine and vegetables cooked in tomato sauce, served with kofta, kubbah, and rice.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Broad Bean Rice With Chicken£22.00
Chicken served on a platter of broad bean rice with tzatziki and stew on the side.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 105
Broad Bean Rice With Lamb£24.00
Lamb served on a platter of broad bean rice with tzatziki and stew on the side.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 105
Chicken With Rice£20.00
Half roasted chicken served on a bed of rice, accompanied by stew.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Iraqi Kebab£22.00
Chargrilled minced lamb, seasoned to perfection.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 585
Mixed Grill£26.00
A combination of Iraqi kebab, chicken kebab, lamb shish tikka, and chicken shish tikka.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 650
Kebab Samad Al-Iraqi Special£24.00
Three skewers of Pistachio Kebab, Pine Kebab, and Basil Kebab.
Allergens: Tree Nuts, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 650
Iraqi Kebab with Yoghurt£24.00
Chargrilled Iraqi Kebab served with a special yoghurt sauce, enhanced with pine nuts.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Tree Nuts, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 585
Chicken Kebab£20.00
Minced chicken kebab, seasoned and grilled to perfection.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 585
Meat Tikka
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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284-286 Kensington High St, London W14 8NZ, UK
GPS
51.4983071, -0.2018533
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