Azou
North African Restaurant
Tuesday – Saturday
6pm – 11pm
We now offer takeaway for collection only.
North African Restaurant
Azou specialises in Moroccan, Algerian & Tunisian cuisine, which will appeal to all the senses.
Chef/Patron Chris (Azou) Benarab’s menu is imbued with North African colour, flavour and texture, contrasting sweet and spicy, bold and subtle, light and heavy. At Azou you will be welcomed and served by friendly and efficient staff, in an atmosphere that is comfortable and relaxed.
A mixture of traditional low rise and conventional seating, North African crafts and tent-like drapes, give Azou a traditional feel, while the fragrant aromas and dusky lighting create at atmospheric dining environment away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Food, Dessert & Drink Menus
Our menu features a delectable array of dishes inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. Indulge in mouth-watering tagines, fragrant couscous, and Savoury grilled meats, each dish meticulously prepared with authentic spices and the freshest ingredients. Experience the taste of North Africa with every bite, from our zesty salads to our irresistible pastries.
Join us for a culinary journey that promises to delight your senses and leave you craving more.
Customer Reviews
Over 400+ 5 Star Reviews on Google, Tripadvisor, Yelp and Opentable
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Thomas L.Verified
I came all the way from the states and waited 13 years to try the Constantine Tajine at Azou and it did not disappoint. The lamb was fall off the bone tender, the potatoes were perfectly cooked, and the sauce had such a captivating flavor. The chef personally took my order and recommended the galette bread which really added to the meal. The food was prepared very quickly, and the experience was very intimate. The decor, plating and music had a very cozy North African ambiance to it and Chef Benarab is really passionate, talented and one of the nicest people I've interacted with in London. Highlight of my trip, will definitely be back!
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Roroo ATrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Sooo yummy and served like home
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Fiona SmithWe’ve visited Azou a few times over the years when we’ve been in London and it’s been amazing every time. The food is very authentic, and is as good if not better than the best we’ve tried while actually in Morocco (and there are some truly excellent places to eat there!). We find it very reasonably priced as well, especially considering the quality and generous portions. Good Moroccan wines and Casablanca beer are also available which adds to the authenticity. Our favourite dish is the Constantine Tagine (fall-off-the-bone lamb in a delicious slightly spicy gravy) which the restaurant is famous for, but all the dishes we’ve tried have been very good. The service is also great, Chris is really helpful and likes to engage with his guests, and our waitress Viktorija was also lovely. All in all first class food in a nice atmosphere which we’d highly recommend!
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Angela VonaPrima volta in questo locale. Ottima esperienza. Tajin e cous cous ottimi Location suggestiva . Consiglio. Sicuramente ritornerò nella mia prossima a Londra
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Lucie Van De MoorteleDélicieux! Couscous royal au top, très copieux Chef très sympa, aux petits soins pour les clients Atmosphère typique Je recommande 😇
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Faizan5Excellent
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LeonardoHighly recommended! The food is very nice and tasty. The place is very nice and seems very traditional to the North Africa culture. Food is tasty and delicious and they serve generous portions. The prices are fair and the service in general was great!! Recommendation before you go, if possible book a table online or by telephone as it is a small place so it could get fully book considering as well the openings closing times. They will respond your email or call in a good time frame. Many thanks Azou for your hospitality.
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Ivoniten KialExcellent food, staff very friendly.
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Nando GenestarExcellent service and delicious food.
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Tom RLamb was cooked perfectly, big portions, great spices. I'm very full. Very creamy humus.
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Naureen WilsonThis amazing restaurant is still amazing after my last visit over 10 years ago. Always a warm welcome from the staff and the food is incredible. With the authentic North African decor you are transported to Algeria where Chris the chef is from. We had a fish tagine and also king prawn with rice, both dishes were expertly spiced, came piping hot and packed with flavour. Our waiter was exceptionally knowledgeable about everything and looked after us well. We were also fortunate to have a long chat with chef Chris who is a great character. I can't wait to go back to try another dish!
+1Posted on Google
Laura CorreiaAmazing food and service. First time trying north african food and didn’t disappoint!!! The meat was falling off the bone and the flavours so rich! Definitely coming back.
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GhassanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
L'accueil est tres bien , et le chef aller souvent voir les clients dans la salle tres sympa de sa part .. concernant la nourriture les bricks étaient tres copieux bien mis en valeurs, ma pastillas ou Bastillas comme écrit sur le menu était délicieuse et bien chaude , pour les plats principaux on a pris des tajines que j'ai trouvé pas tres tops il y'avait trop de sauce et celui avec les pruneaux était tres sucré malheureusement, le thé à la menthe n'était pas assez frais un peut amère, la décoration était très bien adapté à l'ambiance nord africaine , en conclusion j'aurais donné une note de 3,8 sur 5 mais on peut pas
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Faith DotySome of the best food I’ve ever had.
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lily lAll the fishes tasted not bad, portion sizes are bit small compared to Khamsa, and doesn’t provide complimentary bread. The owner, Chris was nice, gave me some salad leaf because I’d really like to have some, the mint tea was nice. Overall a good experience.
+6Posted on Google
Khaoulla BelghitAmazing North African restaurant with lovely customer service and very delicious food. The staff were very welcoming and nice. I highly recommend this lovely place. It was an unforgettable experience, looking forward to coming back and trying other meals.
+2Posted on Google
Xana ZaidiGreat night celebrating a friend's birthday! The food was incredible, the place was cute, and the chef made the night special with a few extra touches! Highly recommend! Will be back!
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Tom MackayI just had a picture pop up on my phone from when I was living in London, this day in 2019, and went to Azou for Dinner with my partner. It prompted me to do a google search and see if it was still open. It was a quiet evening at the restaraunt and the owner spent a lot of time and effort ensuring we were looked after and explaining all the dishes to us. It was some of the best food I had ever eaten! Pleased that this place is still going strong and will 100% return if I am ever in London again
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Tanya CebasevaBest tagines I've ever tried!!!
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AqsaFood was delicious - I ordered the lamb couscous. I really loved my meal the portion was quite big so I only had the main. My friend ordered the flaffel and then the chicken couscous. She said the flaffel was the best she ever tried and enjoyed her main as well.
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Steven HalesThis place is fantastic. Delicious food, lovely ambience and great service! My partner is Algerian and I wanted to take him here because of the reviews. He loved the food, a couple of the dishes his Mother would make. We had the Hummus, Bourek, Constantine Tagine and the Chicken Couscous. All the food was delicious!! The tagine however was a standout!
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Hao-Ting ChuangOne can’t never be disappointed by this restaurant. It has great atmosphere, wonderful cuisines, very helpful and friendly crew and reasonable price. We started with appetizers including falafels/salad plate, calamari fries and the baba ganoush. The texture of baba ganoush was so good with the flat pitta. We ordered a king prawn tajine and a lamb couscous as our main dishes. The chewy king prawns were very fresh and well-seasoned. You could even taste the sea in your mouth! The lamb was also cooked well with a tender texture and wonderful flavor. It was also served with a broth. Loved the two mains! Dessert was a bit too sweet for me but all of my friends loved it. Classic mint tea was a great choice in the cold weather. Will definitely visit again.
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Mirko JungeThe Azou is a North-African restaurant with a full menu including a range of tagine dishes: chicken to lamb, seafood, and vegetarian choices. The waiter was very knowledgeable and helped us select the side dishes. I chose the traditional lamb with prunes, apricots, almonds, and walnuts. The sweetness of the sauce perfectly complemented the tender piece of lamb. There is a wide range of desserts: Baked nut cake, lemon sorbet, vanilla ice cream, and authentic coffee variations. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. We highly recommend it.
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Haider Al-SeaidyWe had a fantastic meal here. The food was fresh, hot and delicious. It beat all our expectations. What a gem! Service was excellent too.
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Sara BittichesuDespite I’m not in a position to claim it is a very authentic restaurant as I’m not Moroccan, I have a very strong feeling it actually is! The lamb tajine with prunes is divine and so is the couscous! Very kind service and nice atmosphere. New fav in the neighbourhood!
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Dom StablesVisited for a birthday. Cosy atmosphere, friendly staff. The food was incredible, I had the Tajine el ain and it was so so good. Will be back and will definitely be recommending Azou to anyone willing to listen!
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Marcus HallVery authentic experience. Service was nice and personal, very accommodating. The tagines are really special, we were also treated to some homemade chilli sauce that was so good we bought extra to take home! Would go again.
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Hossam AbdullahOrdered the Cuscus lamb. Came very very quickly, very hot, very tasty and delicious. Staff are very friendly and classy.
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Scott CargillAbsolutely awesome Moroccan food...
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Mircea Gabriel TacuVery nice place. Better than we expected. The food is delicious and more than enough. Highly recommended 👌
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Hous TefNorth African cuisine so good your mother in-law will love it and so will your wedding guests! I accidently discovered this little gem while on a stroll in Chiswick in 2006 and the food, amazing staff and the wonderful cheeky chap that runs the place,Chris, have always made it a worthwhile evening. As a Native North African, it was always hard to find restaurant food that comes close to home cooked cuisine from back home; Azou with it's cozy ambiance serves up dishes with the love of a homecooked meal coupled with the refined delicate flavours of a Michelin star restaurant. I have always enjoyed every meal at Azou, I even took my Mrs on a date there and she liked it so much she took her mom (a North African lady who refuses to eat anything from outside) and she loved it so much we ended up having our wedding dinner here. The food was great (as always) but beyond feeding the hungry guests, we want to thank Chris and his team for helping create one of our most cherished memories. We will be back as always.
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Shambhavi P.Verified
We were here for a friend's party. It is a tiny hidden gem with brilliant food and service! I haven't eaten so much food in the longest time. Their portion size is fine but the contents are quite filling. We had a party menu and I chose these: Nibbles - Hummus + pita bread Starters - Briouat (pastry with a filling of brie and goat's cheese) Calamari Mains - Tajine zitoune (chicken breast in lemon sauce) and a side of cous cous Dessert - Baklava Tend to nibble a lot on the pita bread, which fills up tummy space reserved for other food. Fantastic food, served piping hot and on gorgeous earthenware. Only disappointment would have to be the baklava. Staff is cheerful and extremely friendly. We had a good banter with them. Small, very cozy restaurant with appropriate lighting and decor. Can get slightly squishy if you are in a big group. More a place for smaller groups of 4-5 people.
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Gabriella L.One of my all time favourite restaurants in London. Tiny, cozy, and full of flavour, this place is somewhere I try and visit every time in town. BEST hummus I've ever had. Seriously I have daydreams about this hummus and it's awful because I have to fly to London to get it. Other high lights of the menu for me are the falafel and tagine romanne-- on the sweet side, full of pomegranate and roasted almonds. YUM I die. Please do your taste buds a favour and VISIT. Also noticed someone said this place was over priced-- ITS NOT.
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Raquel R.I am a bit hesitating about giving it 4 or 5*. I know its reputation, so maybe I should go for the easy 5. Mr Yelp, where is the 4.5*? This is a quite tiny restaurant with no more than 10 tables. The decoration is really nice and authentic, but I do not get why they use carpets as tablecloths. I was thinking maybe the Europeans use this kind of cloths for the floor, but my Tunisian boyfriend confirmed they use them the same way we do. Weird. I wonder how they wash them... Anyway, nice arabic chandeliers, cosy round metal tables if you are having a date and being not a big restauant gives it a nice atmosphere. I would recommend it for max 6 people group and romantic dates. The arabic music is really nice, but they should place the speakers in a way where everytime they open the bar door the clients don't get cut in their conversation. Way too loud. Going to the food. I can say is really-really good, my only problem were the starters, a bit tiny if you are not ordering a tajine. I ordered one, so I felt really full at the end, but if you order some fish as one of my friends did, you might need extra food. Luckily, I ordered a Tajine el ain and I was completely full before finishing my dish. All my friends tried mine and they agreed it was amazing. The lamb was absolutely superb, tenre and falling from the bone. But why none told me there was not cous-cous on it? Why not offering me to order it? The con for this restaurant is the price. Some of the starters are overpriced and a tajine goes from 12 to 17£. If they drop two-three pounds from the main dishes I bet booking a table would be impossible. You can also smoke sisha outside during the evening.
+5Posted on Yelp
Qype User (a_gil…)This is an intimate little restaurant specilaising in North African Cuisine.They have a wide range of dishes from many parts of North Africa like Algeria,Morocco,Tnisa and Egypt. The tagines are a must to try and the wine list simple but not extensive.
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arwa AVerified
Definitely will come back Feels like home. Very welcoming, food really tasty and authentic. I really enjoyed the mealPosted on Tripadvisor
Soab Akhtar ARefreshing Amazing tajins and couscous in LondonPosted on Tripadvisor
Mark JFirst Class Food & Hospitality We’ve visited Azou a few times over the years when we’ve been in London and it’s been amazing every time. The food is very authentic, and is as good if not better than the best we’ve tried while actually in Morocco (and there are some truly excellent places to eat there!). We find it very reasonably priced as well, especially considering the quality and generous portions. Good Moroccan wines and Casablanca beer are also available which adds to the authenticity. Our favourite dish is the Constantine Tagine (fall-off-the-bone lamb in a delicious slightly spicy gravy) which the restaurant is famous for, but all the dishes we’ve tried have been very good. The service is also great, Chris is really helpful and likes to engage with his guests, and our waitress Viktorija was also lovely. All in all first class food in a nice atmosphere which we’d highly recommend!Posted on Tripadvisor
Sam TBest experience ever I had the best dinner in my life. Nice foods . Good staff. Genuinely amazing experience. I will definitely go back. I recommend Constantine tajinePosted on Tripadvisor
Khoudir Bexcellent restaurant the service and food was excellent one of the best north afican restaurant in the ukPosted on Tripadvisor
Pierluigi MThe BEST North African restaurant in the west end!!!😎😎😎 Unique atmosphere and menu!!!👍👍👍 Excellent food!!!! 👏👏👏👏Posted on Tripadvisor
Isla HAmazing experience from start to finish! We came in on a recommendation from a friend and my expectations were completely exceeded! The food was absolutely delicious — easily some of the best food I’ve had in London! Every dish we tried (Constantine Tagine, Chicken Grill, and Couscous) were outstanding and genuinely to die for. The flavors were rich and beautifully balanced throughout the meal. The service was so attentive and the restaurant is beautifully decorated which made the whole experience even more enjoyable.Posted on Tripadvisor
Sarah TOutstanding! This was our 2nd visit to this charming and welcoming, cozy gem of a restaurant. On both occasions the owner and chef Chris came out to chat with us. He is super friendly and the quality of food he creates is outstanding. Its no wonder this establishment has accomplished its Michelin Star standards. We loved it and really look forward to going back soon to introduce some other family members to this fine cuisine! XPosted on Tripadvisor
Noah LBrilliant! Food was so good, service absolutely excellent.Posted on Tripadvisor
Pablo H10/10 Amazing experience. Fantastic food and customer service, food was extremely fresh and the lamb shank fell straight off the bone!Posted on TripadvisorYasir AAmazing experience Fantastic experience! Loved the food and the vibes were great! Highly recommend!Posted on TripadvisorBirat PI have been to Azou Restaurant. Enjoy alot and the best part was the food and the service recommended to any any we will I have been to Azou Restaurant. Enjoy alot and the best part was the food and the service recommended to any any we will be back 😁Posted on Tripadvisor
Anthony Sgood meal good food very welcoming definatly worth going backPosted on Tripadvisor
Sam LNo better in London Beautiful interior and unbelievable food. Friendly staff and looked after perfectly. Highly recommendPosted on Tripadvisor
Ramy BJust a delight Food absolutely incredible, the owner is the chef and is so nice. We loved it.Posted on Tripadvisor
Tom HA great and warm night out with friends Superbly cooked food, beautiful flavours and an incredibly enjoyable evening. A great place to take friends, family or a partner for a unique dining experience.Posted on Tripadvisor
George HMust - visit Fantastic food, very warm and friendly atmosphere, Chris welcomed us with open arms. The couscous was fluffy and delightful, the meat tender and juicy and the wine flowing.Posted on Tripadvisor
Happiness48887372554Fantastic Food Excellent Food / Service Absolutely fantastic authentic food and great service. Good value for money. We go there regularly and always leave the restaurant full and happy.Posted on TripadvisorAlistair MDifferent class We have came to this restaurant over the years with friends and also our most important customers , each time has been a special experience for us and also our customers, Chris has been the best host as well as the best chef, the food is to die for and please make sure you arrive with an empty stomach, you will be fed a lot! Best place ever and a true Moroccan experience. IncrediblePosted on TripadvisorRoss DBest resturant in London This is my 2nd time visiting Azou in 4 years, I have never experienced someone recognising a face after 4 years … it must be the Glasgow accent. In terms of the food, amazing and value for money and portion size is unreal, Especially at London prices. To add to that I have never had an experience of the resturant owner, Chatting away making us feel so welcome and ensuring we are enjoying our time here. Especially the staff looking after us too. Couldn’t recommend morePosted on Tripadvisor
Fede PExcellent north african Excellent tagines and couscous dishes. The service is fast, everyone is friendly.Posted on TripadvisorImane MAmazing restaurant! Excellent food and amazing service! Highly highly recommend!Posted on Tripadvisor
T.hLittle gem Great little restaurant.. best and most authentic food I've ate.. Atmosphere is lovely and welcoming. Cannot fault the place. You need to tryPosted on Tripadvisor
Asmae BA M A Z I N G My fiancé and I have been coming to Azou for the past 7 years, and it truly remains one of London’s hidden gems. Tucked away from the chaos of the city, it offers a calm and welcoming atmosphere that keeps us coming back time and time again. The food is absolutely fantastic—authentic North African cuisine with beautiful influences from Morocco and Tunisia. Every dish is full of flavour and clearly made with passion and expertise. The chef is one of the most genuine, funny, and experienced people you could meet, which makes the whole experience even more special. We highly recommend Azou to anyone looking for delicious, authentic food and a warm, memorable dining experience.Posted on Tripadvisor
Joe DGreat host Lovely atmosphere, well decorated. Food was excellent, best couscous/merguez I’ve had in London. The owner was equally lovely, gave us an impromptu “merguez tasting” to decide if we preferred them well done or medium. Great vibes, decently priced wine.Posted on Tripadvisor
Irma RMe prometí a mi misma ir cada vez que regrese a Londres Excelente comida y servicio. Soy de México y, aunque tenemos comida deliciosa aquí, el sabor de la comida en Azou me sorprendió: muchos sabores, especias, puedes sentir la mezcla y la pasión del chef por transmitir su herencia y cultura a través de la comida. Lo descubrí viendo un programa de Gordon Ramsey acerca de una competencia de diferentes cocinas del mundo en UK, cuando vi su reacción al probar el Tajine, sabía que tenía que probarlo también. La primera vez que fui fue en 2012 y de ahí me prometí a mi misma que cada vez que estuviera en Londres, tenía que ir. He tenido la oportunidad de regresar en 2012, 2015, 2022 y 2023 e iré de nuevo este año. No se pueden perder la experiencia de probar su comida, la atención es excelente, el lugar es muy bonito y está decorado con detalles de la cultura africana, inclusive, el mismo chef sale a saludar de repente. El precio no es caro comparado con la calidad del servicio y la comida.Posted on Tripadvisor
Resort03893536420One of our favourites places to eat in London We have been going to Azou's for over 20 years, and never been disappointed. exquisite North African food, cosy ambience, helpful staff. With the Chef always coming out from his kitchen to check on us. A Great place to eat and relax.Posted on Tripadvisor
Nacim BTop quality food and service The best North African restaurant quality food and very good customers service , very friendly I recommended Clean and fresh nice atmosphere we did enjoy very mushPosted on TripadvisorHoc ABest time Azou’s restaurant is one of the most friendly restaurants and most high-quality North African The food have interesting flavours freshly cooked ingredients of.North African . With the huge variety of tasty dishes have delicious salads Azou's own . Azou has a comfortable traditional decoration make you feel like you are in North Africa AlgeriaPosted on Tripadvisor
Nelson ROne of the best North African restaurants in London Amazing Tagines, especially the Constantine, options for vegetarians. Really good desert. i do recommend ice cream or lemon sourbet. To finish an authentic Mint Tea to help with digestion. Really nice environment and staff. For me it's one of the best North African restaurants in LondonPosted on OpentableAlessandroVerified
Exceptional service and meals. The owner is very welcoming and super nicePosted on OpentableSiannyIf you are looking for traditional North African food this is your place! Came here with my husband for our anniversary and his birthday, we were in awe of the decor, ambience and the owner was an absolute delight, took time to come and talk to me and my partner! The food was faultless and my hubby is from Algeria and a chef!Posted on Yelp
Scott R.I am so surprised that I haven't reviewed this place. I went to Azou in August. I probably had one of the best meals of my life here. I saw Azou on the 2009 tv show, Gordon Ramsay's Best Restaurant in the UK. I booked my reservation about 5 months in advance because I was so anxious to check this place out. When I arrived, I gave my name and the owner, said to me, you have been waiting to come here for awhile. I told him I had really been waiting since 09. The menu is a unique mix, and I ordered a Shakshuka, with merguez sausage. It was amazing. And the perfect start to my meal. My main was the Tagine Romanne. A chicken tagine with a sweet and sour sauce, with raisins, almonds and pomegranates, sprinkled with icing sugar. It sounds odd but it works with a side cous cous, which I had never had before. At the end of my meal, the chef/owner Chris asked if I wanted anything else. I said no I was stuffed. He came back a couple of minutes later with a small apple and a knife. The chef told me it was from the tree in his garden. Thank You Chef Chris and staff for a wonderful first meal in London.Posted on OpentableSonLonDonSimply amazing ! The best North African in town !!!Posted on Opentable
britaVerified
it was as expected nothing excitingly special. Food was fine. A little disappointed did not make us feel special.Posted on Opentable
MaggieBWonderful food a really special discovery on the neighbourhoodPosted on OpentablesameerpI recommend Azou to all of my friends. It's our favorite restaurant and the one we return to again and again. The quality of the food is outstanding. The Constantine Tagine is just delicious and keeps us coming back again and again. Better than all other Tagines we have tried elsewhere. If we want Morrocan cuisine, we go to Azou, as the taste everywhere else has disappointed in comparisonPosted on OpentableCeceWe were seated in a corner so it was not noisy at all and we had a great view over the restaurant and its beautiful ceiling. We both had a couscous (lamb and merguez), it was excellent. Will definitely recommend this restaurantPosted on OpentableMatthiasNVery friendly welcome and service, really good and authentic food. Will come back soon and surely recommend the restaurant. Thank you againPosted on Opentable
GStarRAWRAs always, outstanding in every way. Highly recommended.Posted on Opentable
michelepAbsolutely delightful in every way! Food was extremely delicious and the staff charming and helpful. The chef/owner came out and checked on everyone which was so sweet. We liked it so much we went back 2 days later. Unfortunately was just visiting London and am now sad that we don’t get to enjoy this place on a regular basis. Thank you for the wonderful experience, Azou!Posted on Opentable
GarethWMy favourite Moroccan restaurant! Small friendly and deliciousPosted on OpentableLukePGreat food and service... I had the calamari and Constantine tagine, absolutely fantastic.. I will definitely be revisiting!Posted on OpentableSharDelicious food and good service. Will definitely go back.Posted on OpentableShanaazI try to visit once a year. Perfect, as always.Posted on OpentableIncredible atmosphere, service and food. Started with babaganoush with flatbread and olives. The owner even provided some of his own house made dip. The spicy lamb tagine and fruity sweet tagine were packed full of flavour without being overly salty. Authentic and great value for money.Posted on OpentableNozzyGreat service and authentic dishes. Beautiful decor.Posted on Yelp
Roman H.A very nice restaurant in the Chiswick (sp?) section of London. There are about 10 tables and the service reflects the small nature of the restaurant. The service was excellent but not hovering and the food - from hummus and baba ganoush appetizers to lamb shanks and baklava were terrific. Reasonably pricedPosted on OpentableBeneDelicious food right on our doorstep, we will be back.Posted on OpentableSinStarLonFantastic authentic food with wonderful servicePosted on OpentableDrAmazingReally liked the ambience, was fairly small restaurant with nice decoration. The food was really tasty, strong flavours. One of the dips with the flatbread was very hot and I like it hot but this was extra hot! The other was fine. The starter was lamb parcels, I don’t remember the proper name! But very tasty. The main courses we had were with chicken and lamb with olives and spices also very interesting taste, we both liked it a lot. The Moroccan red wine was surprisingly ok, better than I expected! Perhaps was slightly higher price than I would have liked but not too bad either.Posted on OpentableRohitFantastic food, good service and reasonable prices. The lamb tagine was awesome as well as the lamb with couscous. The burak and calamari were both crispy and excellent.Posted on OpentableEricIA wonderful dinner with a dear friend that lives in London! The staff was warm and friendly, the food was delicious with the aroma of the flavors providing for an incredible experience. We will be back next time we are in London!Posted on OpentableMoroWe have been regulars at Azou for many years and had only good experiences. On this day the service was even more attentive - the tagines are excellent and the lamb shank mechoui was lovely.Posted on Yelp
Kay G.If you're near Chiswick, Azou definitely merits a visit. The restaurant is small and charming, owner Chris Benarab is gallant, and the entire staff is welcoming and professional. The North African cooking is delicious. I recommend the tagines, especially the fabulous chicken zitoune with carrots and olives. The chicken was meltingly tender and I sopped up the sauce with an order of sautéed potatoes. Bravi!Posted on OpentableDavidThis is an excellent restaurant. The starters of Bourek and Brik and the mains of Tajine and cous cous were very tasty. Will definitely go again with more friends.Posted on OpentableLorriA real gem and a charming experience. Everything was of a consistently high standard.Posted on Opentable
Favorite restaurant in London! Delicious food!Posted on OpentableW4LocalNeighbourhood gem! A wonderful little find in the areaPosted on OpentableLoredanaLWe had lovely evening with a great service and a very tasty foodPosted on OpentablekevincNot our first visit , we go there any time we are in the Hammersmith area. Lovely food ,good selection, friendly staff. Would highly reccomend.Posted on OpentableThe environment is very nice and cozy... food was great, and the staff was really friendlyPosted on OpentableGood service food good but vegetarian option was sub standard and cold. Probably because it was taken out first.Posted on Yelp
Micaelyn R.Victoria was an exceptionally gracious server and hostess, and provided excellent, timely service. We started with an order of hummus and pita, which had a heavenly texture and taste. We ran out of pita before we finished the hummus, and the owner generously brought us a freshly baked basket - without us ever asking. After the hummus and pita we split the chicken couscous. The dish was a medley of delicious flavors in perfect balance, and the chicken and vegetables were fall-apart, melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Unfortunately we had had a late lunch, and so did not have the appetite to explore more of the menu, but everything looked fantastic. We had a wonderful chat with the owner after our meal, and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The ambience is fantastic, the decor stunning and beautiful - all around a tremendous experience.Posted on Yelp
Jennifer C.Stopped here on easy home from Kew gardens. Everything was good. Service was attentive, had the lamb tagine with prunes, apricots, almonds. It was excellent. Also the fish tagine. Dessert was baklava and affogato, both very good.Posted on Yelp
Sameer P.The Finest Moroccan Food in London. After seeing this restaurant win against the famous Momos on Gordon Ramseys TV show we had to try it out. It really lives up to high expectations we had. The best compliment i can give is I took one bite of the Constantine Tagine and linvolantarily said "wow". Undoubtedly the best Moroccan restaurant in London. I have return several times with lots of friends and they all agreed. Dont hesitate, just go.Posted on Yelp
Peter S.Azou offers fantastic, if somewhat overpriced Moroccan food in a cosy, warm interior. It was also an unexpected discovery on our part - we had no idea that Mr Ramsey had christened it his favourite Moroccan restaurant in north London for 2010. Thankfully the food continues to make good claim on that title. My girlfriend's lamb tagine was beautifully cooked, practically falling off the bone. My chicken tagine was decent but not as good. Still, it was noticeably better than either of us had had in Morocco itself. Another plus is the interior: all cushions, low-lighting, a mix of Moroccan blue and reds on the walls and fabric partially hanging from the ceiling to convey a sufficiently convincing escapist feel to it. The downsides were the prices and what I felt was slightly pushy service. Our tagines were approx £14 each, with couscous another £3.50. That's poor value compared to this restaurant's competitors. Further, our waiter, though attentive, often seemed to be pushing us to 'super-size' our selections, which I wasn't happy with. Part of me wonders whether 3 stars would be appropriate, but the quality just about tilts it over to 4 stars.Posted on Yelp
John D.Oh my lord it takes a lot to fill me up. This has to be the top of my list. Lamb taigene was to die for. Will be back again.Wonderful staffPosted on Yelp
Qype User (tazman…)Great little gem Food is reasonably priced, the staff fairly attentive, and the food was great. The Lamb tagine was delicious and the meat fell off the bone. The sauce was really good too, although the soft drink glasses are a little bit on the small side. The restaurant isnt big, but cozy. The toilets were clean too. I would definatly return another time to try out more of the menu.Posted on Yelp
Qype User (rt5mr…)This place has amazing tagines. Everything we ate here was tasty and I'd definitely go back!Posted on YelpQype User (Faizo…)amazing. not to everyones taste but absolutely fantastic food and atmosphere my only negative is that in morocco it is rare to find alcohol being served with authentic Moroccon food .. it should stick to its traditions if it is to obtain a reputation of moroccon authenticityPosted on Yelp
Qype User (wooshl…)My husband and I travelled a long way to eat at Azou after having seen it on the best restaurant show. We were not disappointed! We tried three starters - the baba ganoush, the hot salad (chakcouka?) and the falafels - all were excellent and the accompanying pita bread was fresh warm and delicious. My husband remarked that it was the first time in a long time that the starters left him wanting more of the same! For mains we had the the Tagine Romanne and the Tagine Marrakesch. WOW. Delicious. The only thing I would have liked would have been to see some vegetables in the Romanne, but perhaps that is not the authentic way yo do it? Regardless, it was a perfect blend of sweet and sour. For dessert we had the baklava and it was the best I have ever had - not sickly sweet like one so often gets - perfection in a mouthful. We will definitely go back again and again. PS. If you go, try the Morrocan lager - it was halfway to an ale and very delicious as well.Posted on Yelp
T E.Now is the time to visit Azou. Soon it will rightly be swamped by diners. It'll have its moment of fame deserved after the lovely staff have worked so hard to bring their passion for Tagines and Cous Cous to West London. You've been warned - you have until October before Azou is crowned the best local Moroccan restaurant in the UK by a very famous chef and his much watched TV program. Azou are honourable enough not to tell everyone themselves until it's unveiled, but I saw them filming the visit of the foul-mouthed chef myself. He loved their food - and my friends and I did too. It's a comfortable small Moroccan restaurant with a small but magical menu. By far the stand-out are the tagines - cooked for a minimum of four hours - flavoured to perfection. The lamb or chicken will fall off the bone, and ingredients like paprika, apricot and pomegranate will pleasure your tastebuds. Forget almost everything else on the menu. The tagines are amazing, as good as the price and the lovely staff.Posted on YelpQype User (JFD…)Excellent restaurant. All of the reviews below spot on - great food, reasonable prices and friendly staff. Highly recommend the tagines.Posted on YelpQype User (dot…)Visited Azou in Hammersmith because it has many good reviews, from press and customers, and we weren't disappointed. The service is excellent, the atmosphere cosy and relaxing, and the food exceptional. It is also good value so was a fantastic dining experiencePosted on YelpQype User (seayor…)I can't remember what we paid but it would have been no more than £15 each (we wouldn't have paid more), I had Lamb Couscous and my husband had Lamb Tagine with a side of Couscous, both were excellent and service was great, mine could have done with a little bit more flavour but this is not a complaint as I chose it. My husband can recommend the Casablanca beer.Posted on YelpQype User (wi…)best Moroccan food, great value, friendly service - a small gem in HammersmithVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Gordan Ramsay's Best Restaurant
Azou Restaurant, proud winner of ‘Ramsay’s Best Restaurant 2010’ in the North African category and esteemed semi-finalist across all categories. Nestled in the heart of London, Azou brings the rich and vibrant Flavors of North Africa to your table.
Our award-winning menu features an exquisite selection of dishes, from tantalising tagines to sumptuous couscous, all crafted with the finest ingredients and traditional spices.
Azou North African Restaurant Awards
Azou’s husband-and-wife team,
Chris and Christine Benarab with their award.
London & South East England Prestige Awards 2024/25 Winner
Tripadvisor travellers' choice award 2025
The best food business and the people's choice.
Diners' Choice Award winner
Lux Life 2018 - Most Outstanding North African Restaurant UK
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Award 2012 - 2017
Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence
Nominated for Evening Standard / Carlton TV Restaurant Award
L.B. Hammersmith & Fulham Chef of The Year Finalist 2006 - 2008
Shortlisted for London Lifestyle Awards, 2012
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Tuesday – Saturday
6pm – 11pm
FAQs
Listed below are some common questions and answers for Azou Restaurant.
Azou Restaurant is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 11pm.
At Azou Restaurant, we serve an exquisite variety of North African cuisine, known for its bold Flavors and aromatic spices. Our menu includes a range of delectable dishes such as rich and flavourful tagines, tender and juicy grilled meats, fragrant couscous, and a variety of fresh, zesty salads.
Each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and authentic spices, bringing the vibrant culinary traditions of Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria to your table. Whether you’re indulging in our savoury appetisers, hearty main courses, or delightful desserts, you’re sure to enjoy a truly memorable dining experience.
Absolutely! At Azou Restaurant, we take pride in catering to all dietary preferences, including vegetarians and vegans. Our menu features a variety of delicious and satisfying plant-based dishes.
Enjoy our flavourful vegetable tagines, aromatic couscous with fresh vegetables, and a selection of vibrant salads made with the finest ingredients. We ensure that our vegetarian and vegan options are prepared with the same attention to detail and authentic North African spices, providing a delightful dining experience for everyone.
Yes, we do serve alcohol at Azou Restaurant. Our carefully curated selection includes a range of fine wines, beers, and signature cocktails that complement the rich flavours of our North African cuisine.
Whether you prefer a glass of wine to pair with your meal or a refreshing cocktail to enjoy before dinner, we have something to suit every palate. Our knowledgeable staff is happy to help you choose the perfect beverage to enhance your dining experience.
Contact Us
- Azou Restaurant
375 King Street Hammersmith London W6 9NJ - Telephone
0208 563 7266 - Email
info@azou.co.uk
The nearest tube station is Stamford Brook (district line) bus routes 267, 27, 391, 190, H91, N9 & N11 – alight at Goldhawk Road.