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Summary
“The flavours are big, the combinations exciting and the breads fluffy” at these “cheerful and helpful” Eastern-Med cafés, created by (self-taught chef) Limor Chen and husband Amir, which have won a good degree of renown for their “sharing plate concept” of “creative Middle Eastern dishes” with a good level of “balance, imagination and good value”; and “although there are an increasing number of Middle Eastern restaurants in London, these are some of the very best”. Their original in Marylebone and rather "beautiful" new ‘Townhouse’ in Covent Garden are the most popular branches, although the one in Shoreditch is consistently well-rated too.
Summary
“Really enjoyable and imaginative Middle Eastern food” at “reasonable prices” wins very consistent praise for this modern duo in Marylebone and Shoreditch from Tel Aviv-born Limor Chen and her husband Amir. It’s “family- and veggie-friendly” too, with very welcoming service. In late 2024, a new Delamina branch is planned for the periphery of Covent Garden. Top Menu Tips – “Charred Cauliflower; also the moist and tasty date cake”.
Summary
“Consistently very good food” results from the menu of small sharing plates at this modern Levantine duo in Marylebone and Shoreditch, created by Israeli-born cook Limor Chen and her husband Amir. There’s a “buzzy atmosphere without being too noisy” and a playlist that channels the Tel Aviv vibe.
Summary
“Exceptional Middle Eastern food” and “lovely staff” tick all the boxes at this modern duo in Shoreditch and Marylebone, from Tel Aviv-born cook Limor Chen and husband Amir. “It’s hard to find interesting and well-priced venues in Marylebone, but Delamina manages both”. It’s a “small-plates, sharing concept and every dish is delicious”, with a “beautiful combination of flavours” – “great with allergies too”.
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Delamina East Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Generous portions, good variety on the menu. Lots of good vegan options. Good, but not as good as Ottolenghi. Friendly service."
"Loved the food - creative Middle Eastern dishes, tantalising flavours that encouraged our party to overeat!"
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10:30 am‑9 pm |
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