Marble Arch Lounge

Unmatched Service and Scrumptious Middle Eastern Cuisine

Ah, the subtle charm of dining experiences nestled within the sprawling establishments of large hotel chains. Recently, I ventured into a certain restaurant snuggled up to Radisson Blu near Marble Arch, hoping to uncover whether the commendable reputation was dripping with sincerity or just leftover champagne’s vigor. The rumors found their roots in what must be North London’s friendliest surprise—Stephan, your maitre d' Ceremonious and yet delightfully unpretentious, Stephan appeared more frequently in the reviews than mentions of the cuisine itself—a testament to his evidently unyielding endearment to guests that would surely scandalize any chain-restaurant cynic. This chap could probably distract you with his twinkling demeanour while standing under a monsoon.

Behind the hum of bantering waitstaff encompassing beacons like Kanchan, Ghale, and the mysteriously popular Kanchan again, our dishes arrived against an elegantly muted ambiance—lighting gracious enough to flatter my reluctance to pace London streets for hours post-meyer. Here lies a success story of culinary cohabitation: fan-favorite rib skewers, attentively executed Middle Eastern plates, and the ever-enticing surf and turf—all standing as testimony that, lo! Passionate flavors do thrive beyond indolence of chain boundaries. In summation, relish in this oasis amidst the stylized chaos beyond its threshold—expect no shocking revelations, but rather a place where excellence is wrapped soundly around welcome consistency, warmth...and yes, occasionally platonic love from a distinguished maitre d’. — Penelope Savory