Baronjack — Review by Eating With Tod
London, United Kingdom — Persian
Baronjack in Mayfair offers exceptional Persian cuisine featuring some of the best kebabs in London, cooked over charcoal at their famous Baron Jack Grill. The reviewer praised the Michelin-star quality hummus, tender lamb chops, and perfectly rendered meats, calling the overall experience elite and incomparable to other kebabs in the city.
What was great: The kebabs cooked over charcoal with beautiful smoky aroma, the Michelin star quality hummus with black chickpea and walnut, the char-grilled double lamb chops that are incredibly tender, the red prawns and calamari, the crispy tarted paired with saffron rice, and the fresh barbari bread made in-house
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
The meal begins with an impressive selection of dips and new menu items, including red prawns and calamari served with red pepper dip. The standout starter is the hummus, made with black chickpea and topped with grated walnut. The reviewer describes it as Michelin-star quality, noting its smooth, creamy, and nutty texture. Fresh barbari bread is made on-site at the front of the restaurant, providing the perfect accompaniment.
The main event is the Kuba kebab platter, available in chicken, lamb, and beef varieties. These kebabs are glazed with ghee and cooked over charcoal, delivering a beautiful smoky aroma. The meat is rendered so perfectly that the reviewer describes it as tasting like 'meat butter.' The newly introduced char-grilled double lamb chops are exceptionally tender, with a crispy char on the outside that needs no teeth to enjoy. Everything is paired with crispy tarted, a lavish bread accompaniment, and saffron rice.
The Experience
Baronjack has a unique atmosphere accessed through a secret door down steps and through a corridor. Upon arrival, guests are greeted by chefs lined up on the counter, creating an impressive and theatrical presentation. The famous Baron Jack Grill is visible to diners, showcasing the cooking process and adding to the dining experience. The in-house bread maker at the front of the restaurant adds another layer of authenticity and freshness to the meal.
Value & Pricing
While specific prices are not mentioned in the transcript, the restaurant operates as a fine dining Persian establishment in Mayfair, suggesting premium pricing that appears justified by the quality and execution of the dishes served.
Notable Moments
It's times like this I wish you guys could eat through my foam with me.
They've rendered that fat so well. It literally tastes like meat butter.
Honestly, you don't even need teeth to eat these. They're so soft. And I love that crispy char around the outside.
I mean, there are levels to kebabs. Every kebab I've had in my life has been like here. If I'm drunk here, but bearing like they're like up here like like my arm doesn't even go up that high.
The Verdict
Baronjack represents the pinnacle of Persian cuisine in London, with the reviewer asserting it may be the best in the city. The combination of expertly cooked kebabs, Michelin-star quality hummus, fresh bread, and theatrical presentation makes this a must-visit destination for anyone seeking authentic, elevated Persian food. This restaurant is best for special occasions or those serious about experiencing some of the finest kebabs available.