User Reviews

In most of the feedback, Apadana Restaurant is recognised for the authentic flavour of its Iranian dishes, particularly koobideh, chicken, shishlik and fragrant saffron rice. Many users mention the juiciness and tenderness of the meats, the well-cooked rice and the freshly baked bread prepared in the restaurant’s own tandoor, with these points appearing repeatedly. The cosy atmosphere, Iranian décor and the warm, attentive manner of the staff are also frequently highlighted, and some reviewers refer to the experience of live music on certain evenings.

Alongside these positive views, a number of customers note that the dining room can become busy and noisy on nights with live music, and a few mention inconsistencies in the quality of certain dishes or that some items, such as chelo koobideh, were overly salty on one or two occasions. There are also limited comments about portion sizes feeling small in relation to the price, or less satisfying experiences with some stews, indicating that the quality of the experience has not been entirely uniform for everyone.

Overall, the available data suggests that Apadana is a popular destination in Kensington for many guests because of its high-quality Iranian food, freshly baked bread, traditional setting and friendly service. At the same time, the limited but recurring remarks about crowding on live music nights or variation in the quality of some items show that the experience can differ depending on when you visit and what you order.