Charcoal and Flavour House

In North London, Charcoal and Flavour House brings fire, smoke and spice to centre stage. True to its name, the kitchen leans into char and big, satisfying flavours, with suya-led seasoning running through much of the menu. Think grill-house comfort with a global wink: bold glazes, crispy edges and sauces made for dipping.

Small plates set the tone, from roasted cauliflower bites with CFH dip to nuggets glossed in a honey-suya glaze. Heartier appetites head for the house bagettes, stuffed with suya beef or chicken, caramelized onions, mixed peppers and melted cheese, or the suya meaty chips, where fries come loaded with meat, cheese and CFH sauce.

Elsewhere, BBQ wings and slow-cooked beef ribs come lacquered in sauce and nicely charred, while the chef’s signature tacos carry that same CFH kick. Sundays mean a proper roast: fire-roasted chicken or a vegetarian roast of eggplant and mixed peppers, finished simply and generously. To finish, a warm chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream keeps things classic. It all adds up to an easy-going, flavour-forward feast. One to book for friends, bring an appetite, and let the coals do the talking