Bubala Knows Best Indeed! 🥙✨

We chose Bubala for our anniversary lunch, and wow—what an incredible choice! From the vibrant atmosphere to the unforgettable flavors, this place radiates warmth and creativity. We left already dreaming of our next visit! 🌿 The Dish I’d Been Dreaming Of I’d seen the halloumi with black seed honey all over Instagram, and for months I’d been craving it. Let me tell you—it did not disappoint! Salty, sweet, crispy, and gooey… it was everything I hoped for and more. 🧀🍯 ⏳ A Brief Wait, But Totally Worth It We arrived around 1:40 PM on Sunday without a reservation (their online system is super smart—it texts you when a table frees up—but I couldn’t snag one in time). A lovely hostess with a warm smile—wearing the coolest light-wash jeans with white patterns—greeted us. We waited about 20 minutes since the place was packed, but we used the time to grab our favorite cupcakes from the Hummingbird Bakery around the corner 🧁💖. By 2 PM, she seated us with grace and warmth. 🥘 The “Bubala Knows Best” Vegan Feast We went with the vegan sharing menu—because when in Bubala, trust the experts! We even added an extra side of batata harra potatoes (just in case!), but honestly? We didn’t need it! The menu was a generous, non-stop parade of deliciousness. Plate after plate of thoughtfully crafted dishes, bursting with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Highlights included: Unlimited fresh, fluffy, and crispy laffa bread — I seriously considered asking for a stack to take home! 🫓😅 A beautiful mix of dips, grilled veggies, and spiced grains Each dish complemented the next — a true harmony of taste and texture 🍽️ One Small Note on the Service Style The menu is served in three rounds, which makes sense given the cozy tables. But as someone who loves mixing and matching flavors, I was a little sad when I reached the third round and had no labneh or hummus left to pair with the new dishes! Next time, I’ll kindly ask if it’s possible to have all the dishes served together — more mixing, more sharing, more fun! 😊 🌟 Beth Made Our Day Our server, Beth, was an absolute gem! She introduced herself warmly, guided us through the menu with deep knowledge, and made us feel so cared for. She even brought us still water without delay and gave us space to decide and celebrate. 💫 Final Thoughts Bubala isn’t just a meal — it’s a culinary celebration. The food is fresh, flavorful, and full of soul. The staff is polite and passionate. Beth, in particular, helped make our anniversary extra special. #BubalaLondon #VeganFeast #MiddleEasternFood #AnniversaryLunch #BethTheBest