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Summary
A ‘no-borders kitchen’ philosophy informs the “funky mixture of Middle Eastern, Indian and African food” at chef and food-writer Ravinder Bhogul’s “busy and buzzing” Marylebone venue: it serves “combinations of ingredients you might think won’t work but really do”, and these “are matched by the equally unusual spice cocktails”. Top Tip – “the set lunch is a steal and the caramelised aubergine is amazing”.
Summary
This “beautiful little restaurant with a neighbourhood feel” in Marylebone, from chef and food writer Ravinder Bhogal, offers a “wide-ranging and ever-changing selection of consistently good dishes” inspired by her ‘no borders kitchen’ philosophy. “It’s a melange of Middle Eastern, African and Indian influences” that results in “very creative flavours – not just in the cooking but also outstanding cocktails such as a Negroni with pomegranate and rose”.
Summary
Chef and food writer Ravinder Bhogal presents her “very original, beautifully prepared” take on East African Indian cuisine in a “homely” setting in Marylebone. The odd reporter accused it of being “hyped” but most reports do nothing but enthuse about the cooking’s “inventive and surprising flavours”.
Summary
“Chef Ravinder Bhogal maintains very high standards with the delicious and inventive dishes” served at her “welcoming” Marylebone venue. She conjures up a “lovely mixture of East African and Indian cuisine” that “celebrates food memories – abundant with poetry, romance and nostalgia”. On a more earth-bound level, the restaurant is also certified as Climate Neutral.
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21 Blandford Street, London, W1U 3DJ
Restaurant details
Jikoni Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Lovely and unusual flavour combinations. The set lunch is a steal at £34 for three courses - top tip, the caramelised aubergine is amazing. "
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £32.00 | £38.00 |  |
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| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
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| £6.50 | £28.00 | £6.50 | £10.50 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £33.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.50 |
| Extras |
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| Bread | £3.50 |
| Service | 13.50% |
21 Blandford Street, London, W1U 3DJ
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
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