Chargal Mayfair

Chargal Mayfair brings a smoke‑kissed sensibility to the area, built around the theatre of the mangal and the pleasure of sharing. The journey begins with freshly chargrilled flatbreads that tilt toward luxury: truffle aged cheese with pine honey, or Oscietra caviar laid over cultured sour cream. It is an elegant opening statement, setting a tone of restrained indulgence and bright, precise flavours.

A procession of mezze follows, mixing comfort with verve. Expect the likes of caci, muhammara and hummus, or isili patlican, where walnut meets aubergine purée. Raw plates keep things lithe and shimmering with beef tartare and tuna tartare, a cool counterpoint to the warmth of the grill.

From the embers, the kitchen leans into richness and smoke: wagyu kofte tucked in lavash with white bean tahini, and lobster with toasted agan, garlic butter and lime. Mains and mangal favourites deliver depth and drama, from pistachio lamb cutlets and sarma beyti to wagyu iskender and kuzu sis. The fish market brings Portuguese carabinero prawn and Greek wild sea bass, while platters for the table invite conviviality, with cauliflower couscous, skin-on fries, chimichurri and spicy red pepper alongside.

Signature and classic cocktails stride neatly beside the spice and charcoal. This is a place where fire does the storytelling and sharing takes centre stage. Make an evening of it, linger over the glow, and let Chargal Mayfair turn simplicity into something smoulderingly memorable. Pull up a chair and follow the coals.