Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 84 reviews

What Joe King doesn't like about Ariana:
Ended up in Ariana last night. Turns out there was an Afghan wedding on but we were invited inside anyway. Seated and ordered our food just before the music started blaring. Understandably it was a wedding but the music was so loud I couldn't hear...myself talk. Food was mediocre, the lamb kebabs were rather nice and the chicken was pretty standard. Definitely wouldn't be going back. View all feedback. What Chris Bennett likes about Ariana:
This restaurant may not be the most secure, but it is easily accessible. The highlight is definitely the delicious, authentic Persian and Afghan cuisine. We tried the mantu and they were fantastic, with perfectly steamed dumplings filled with flavorful chopped meats and beautifully spiced lamb. While it can be a bit quiet during midday, the service is friendly and attentive, and the prices are great value for the qua... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

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2.4 ★ from 19 reviews
Joe
12.03.2022 - 14:53

Ended up in Ariana last night. Turns out there was an Afghan wedding on but we were invited inside anyway. Seated and ordered our food just before the music sta...

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Natasha
12.03.2022 - 14:53

Food was brilliant had a great time. Saturday night they had a singer and everyone enjoyed it. Rice with meat shank was amazing!!!!!!

Dylan
12.03.2022 - 14:53

Do yourself a favour and avoid eating here. I ordered vegetarian food from these people. They ended up serving me everything wrong. And on that had the nerve to...

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Chris
12.03.2022 - 14:53

Food was below standard, dry chicken skewers with tiny bit of lettuce with only two small pieces of tomatoes called salad! Rice was cold service was appalling ....

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Joe
12.03.2022 - 14:53

I had seen this restaurant around for years but never really had the chance to try it out. Ariana recently joined the TasteCard scheme which entitles you to off...

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Nestled near the Royal Oak railway station, this restaurant offers a blend of authentic Persian and Afghan cuisine, though experiences can greatly vary. While some diners rave about the delicious mantu and tender mixed grill, others express disappointment over inattentive service and an overwhelming noise level from live music. The ambiance is modest, lacking extravagant decor, but the family-run establishment boasts friendly staff and reasonably priced meals. Despite some negative reviews regarding service and food quality, many agree that the menu offers delightful flavors worth exploring for special occasions or family gatherings. Overall, it’s a place to consider for an Afghan dining experience.

Just-eat
4.2 ★ from 6 reviews
Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 15 reviews
Zomato
3.3 ★ from 8 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.7 ★ from 55 reviews

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