FOOD & DRINK
The 5 best kebab shops in London
From a high-confidence Vauxhall favourite to a Covent Garden tasting counter, these five picks make the evidence visible.
- Decision points
- 8 useful sections
- Reading time
- 3 minutes
- Source checks
- 1 named checkpoint
- Last reviewed
- 4 SEPTEMBER 2026
How this ranking works
This is a LONNOW editorial shortlist, not a copy of Google’s result order. We considered the branch-specific Google star rating and the number of public reviews visible on 4 September 2026. Review volume acts as a confidence signal: a 4.9 score from a few dozen people does not automatically beat a 4.7 score tested by thousands. We then considered London usefulness, price variety and the distinct reason each address earns a place. Takeaway grills and premium restaurant interpretations serve different needs, so price and format are part of the ranking.
1. Kennington Lane Kebab
Kennington Lane Kebab at 383 Kennington Lane, Vauxhall displayed 4.9 out of 5 from 1,781 Google reviews when checked. The visible price signal was £10–20. Best for: High-confidence classic kebab. A 4.9 rating backed by nearly eighteen hundred reviews is the strongest balance of score and depth in this specialist shortlist. Ratings, hours, menus and prices can change, so open the current listing and the restaurant’s own booking page before travelling.
2. Le Bab Soho
Le Bab Soho at Top Floor, Kingly Court, Carnaby displayed 4.7 out of 5 from 3,279 Google reviews when checked. The visible price signal was £20–30. Best for: Modern sit-down kebabs. The largest review base in the kebab set supports a confident central choice. This is a restaurant-style interpretation rather than a late-night takeaway comparison. Ratings, hours, menus and prices can change, so open the current listing and the restaurant’s own booking page before travelling.
3. The Munch
The Munch at 148 Shoreditch High Street, Shoreditch displayed 4.7 out of 5 from 2,412 Google reviews when checked. The visible price signal was £10–20. Best for: East London late meal. Strong review depth and a lower price band make this a practical Shoreditch entry. Confirm late opening on the day rather than relying on an old listing. Ratings, hours, menus and prices can change, so open the current listing and the restaurant’s own booking page before travelling.
4. Holbunz
Holbunz at 29 Strutton Ground, Westminster displayed 4.9 out of 5 from 606 Google reviews when checked. The visible price signal was £1–10. Best for: Value near Westminster. Its excellent score and affordable signal earn a place, but the smaller review pool means less statistical confidence than Kennington Lane or Le Bab. Ratings, hours, menus and prices can change, so open the current listing and the restaurant’s own booking page before travelling.
5. Kebab Queen
Kebab Queen at 4 Mercer Walk, Covent Garden displayed 4.8 out of 5 from 202 Google reviews when checked. The visible price signal was £100+. Best for: Counter-seat tasting experience. A premium, limited-seat interpretation included for range rather than value. The review count is much smaller, so treat the rating with more caution. Ratings, hours, menus and prices can change, so open the current listing and the restaurant’s own booking page before travelling.
Use the list well
Treat this top five as a decision tool, not an absolute verdict on taste. First choose the right area and meal type, then compare the latest menu, booking terms, accessibility, dietary information and recent review pattern. A high lifetime score can hide a recent operational change, while a new restaurant may be excellent before it has accumulated enough reviews for statistical confidence.
Accuracy, sponsorship and safety
No restaurant paid for a position in this list and sponsored map placements were excluded from the observed set. Google ratings are user-generated opinions, not inspections or LONNOW scores. Review counts are a dated snapshot and may move immediately after publication. Ask the restaurant directly about allergies, halal status, cross-contamination and step-free access; never infer these from cuisine labels or old reviews.
