Serenity Restaurant — Restaurant in London

Ukraine’s Golden Kitchen in Harrow

Not since I was in Ukraine prior the war have I tasted such good cuisine.

Serenity Restaurant is certainly flying the blue and yellow flag at 370-72 Station Road, Harrow, HA1 2DE, when it comes to good wholesome Ukrainian food.

It also creates a breath of fresh air - something different to what one would expect on a British High Street.

I took my wife and daughter for Sunday afternoon lunch and treated them to some borsch (beetroot soup) and varenyky (dumplings with soft cheese and potato filling) and was pleasantly surprised. Full compliments to the chef.

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February, 2022, there have been a flood of displaced Ukrainians living here, and some of them have opened up restaurants in London and other parts of the UK.

But I must say, those that I have visited in London do not match up to the high standard of this Ukrainian jewel that sits in the heart of Harrow.

The food was cooked to perfection with fresh ingredients, nicely plated and presented in a professional way by its waiters and genial host. We were even offered a free complementary glass of Odesa wine to taste before it hit the menu.

While we ate and drank, more Ukrainians entered the restaurant and we could hear the friendly local chatter. The atmosphere was buzzing, and it soon felt like we were momentarily transported to Ukraine as we devoured our Kyiv Cake, made of meringue, hazelnuts, chocolate and buttercream filling.

While I sipped my latte, my wife and daughter observed what looked like a few local Harrovians, probably more in tune with eating fish and chips, Chinese delicacies and Indian curries, stopping by the window and checking out this new and unfamiliar menu.

For those that want to excite their tastebuds with something different, I would strongly recommend that they should try some Ukrainian fare.

Beginners may want to start off with a Chicken Kyiv (Ukrainian spelling) which they may be familiar with, and then after a few drinks be more adventurous. If you like spices such as onions, garlic, horseradish, dill, and parsley, you’re almost halfway there.

But if you are not willing to take the plunge, their main menu also offers more familiar dishes such as Chicken Schnitzel, Lamb Shanks, Burgers, Pork Ribs and Beef With Prunes.

There was nothing that I could fault this restaurant with apart from hitting a step going on my way to the toilet. I only had one sip of my daughter’s wine. But when I got there the toilets were clean which says it all. A clean toilet means a clean kitchen.

This friendly eatery is just a stone’s throw away from Harrow on the Hill Station. It’s still not fully open, so check days and times. I would thoroughly recommend it. Never mind five stars, I’d give...

I recently had dinner at Serenity Restaurant, and I can honestly say it was one of the most peaceful and enjoyable dining experiences I've had in a long time.

From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere lived up to the name — calm, quiet, and beautifully put together. The lighting was soft, the decor was elegant without being too fancy, and there was this lovely, subtle background music that made the whole place feel incredibly soothing.

The staff were warm and welcoming right from the start. They didn’t just take my order — they genuinely seemed to care that I had a good experience. One of the servers even offered personal recommendations from the menu, which I really appreciated since it was my first visit.

I ended up ordering the pan-seared sea bass, and it was absolutely delicious — perfectly cooked, with crispy skin and a light, lemony sauce that tied everything together. I also had a side of their truffle mash, which was so creamy and full of flavour I almost ordered another. For dessert, I tried the lavender panna cotta, and it was as delicate and lovely as it sounds.

What I really loved about Serenity was that nothing felt rushed. I could take my time, enjoy each bite, and just be. That’s something that’s hard to find these days, especially in busy restaurants.

The prices were reasonable for the quality and experience, and I left feeling not just full, but really content. I’ve already recommended it to a few friends, and I’m definitely planning to go back — maybe next time for a quiet lunch or even a special...

I went for dinner with my family and wish i never did! Disgusting food, the portions are small, which is good maybe , as no one wants a big plate of disgusting food! Ha ha! Very cold , unwelcoming atmosphere. They have no wines, a part from very sweet ones, and white wines are at room temperature and red ones stored in the fridge!Are you kidding?! You gotta laugh! They do not understand English and took the wrong order. They overcharged us and tried to rip us off. Bad food. The service was appoling, rude, horrible, dishonest, liers running this place. The most unprofessional, rude service and worst restaurants I ever been to in my life. Avoid...