• Sufi

     
  • Sufism is an ancient school of Islamic mysticism that aims to nurture spiritual contentment but a speedier route to satisfaction is to dine at this excellent Persian restaurant. Like the road it sits on, Sufi is an unprepossessing little place. Its plain, muted decor is perked up by a few pictures of modern Iran on the walls and sundry ethnic trinkets. At the front, a miniature clay kiln for baking taftoon (flatbread) is the first hint of quality. A wafer-thin disc of the dough is rolled out and fired as soon as you take your seat. Best consume it with a selection of terrific starters such as a rich, earthy dip of kashk-e bademjan, or salad olivieh. Freshness and quality of ingredients distinguished both these dishes, and main courses followed suit. On a mixed-meat skewer, chunks of lamb were, surprisingly, not as moist and tender as the soft pieces of chicken (which tasted of a mild but deliciously complex marinade). Luckily, the chicken in khoresht fessenjan (stewed with walnut and pomegranate sauce) more than made amends, the meat falling apart under the influence of the sweet, rich gravy. Were happy to report that, on repeat visits, high standards were maintained.

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  1. Posted by Sam Rosa (registered user) on 13 Jan 2008 01:32

    We visited this place again, the starters with the freshly baked bread out of the oven in front of you is fantastic. on the second visit we were group of 6 and we absolutely loved it , they got very good wine list too , the one we tried was Black Shiraz ! we visit this place again :)

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  • Details

  • 70 Askew Road, Shepherd's Bush, W12 9BJ
  • Tel: 020 8834 4888
  • www.sufirestaurant.com
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  • Category: Middle Eastern
  • Travel: Hammersmith tube then bus 266
  • Times: Meals served noon-11pm daily
  • Price: Main courses £5.50-£11
  • Credit cards: MC, V
  • Services:
    • Available for hire: Separate room for parties, seats 40
    • Child facilities: Babies and children welcome: high chair
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