Al-Shami
AlShami is a restaurant located in Oxford, England. They specialize in Jewish Cuisine and Persian dishes, offering a unique and flavorful dining experience. In addition to their delicious food, AlShami also offers a bar and pub atmosphere for guests to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a night out with friends or a romantic dinner for two, AlShami is the perfect destination.
Introduction to AlShami
AlShami is a unique restaurant located in Oxford, England. The restaurant has a rich history of serving Jewish and Persian cuisine since 2015. AlShami was founded with the purpose of providing a unique dining experience to its customers, which is evident in the quality of service and food they offer.Services & Products
AlShami offers a variety of Jewish and Persian dishes, including shawarmas, falafels, kabobs, and hummus. Customers can also enjoy a wide selection of drinks at the bar, including cocktails and wines.Location
AlShami is located in the heart of Oxford, in a bustling area surrounded by other restaurants, bars, and pubs. Customers can expect a lively atmosphere and a diverse range of businesses in the area. The restaurant is easily accessible by public transportation, with the Oxford train station, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Oxford Bus Company all within a 10-minute walk.Benefits
Customers should choose AlShami because of the unique and high-quality dining experience it offers. The restaurant's focus on Jewish and Persian cuisine sets it apart from other restaurants in the area. Additionally, the quality of the food and service is consistently praised in customer reviews.Good to Know
Customers should be aware that AlShami is a popular restaurant and can get busy during peak hours. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance to ensure a table.Reviews
Customers consistently praise AlShami for its delicious food, friendly service, and unique atmosphere. Many customers recommend the shawarmas and hummus, and praise the restaurant's attention to detail and quality ingredients.Amenities
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take-out -
delivery
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catering
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alcohol
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private room
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wi-fi
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gluten-free options
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vegan options
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halal options
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kids menu
FAQ
What types of kosher certifications do you have for your restaurant?
We have a kosher certification from the Sephardi Kashrut Authority (SKA) and the London Beth Din (KLBD).Can you accommodate dietary restrictions such as gluten-free or vegetarian options?
Yes, we have a variety of gluten-free and vegetarian options available on our menu.What type of Persian cuisine do you specialize in serving?
We specialize in serving traditional Persian dishes such as kebabs, stews, and rice dishes.What is the price range of dishes on your menu?
The price range of dishes on our menu varies, but most dishes are in the range of £10-£20.Do you offer catering services for events or parties?
Yes, we offer catering services for events and parties. Please contact us for more information and pricing.Reviews
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Joel Childers
Ordered Al-Shami family meal for takeaway and it was absolutely delicious. The whole family enjoyed it, and there was plenty of food (7 of us shared the family meal for 4-5). We are not experts in Lebanese food, so it was great to try a number of different things. Probably the best meal I ate during a week in Oxford.
25-05-2023
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Steven Vo
21-05-2023
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7as0o0na Albrahim
(Translated by Google) Delicious Beiruti hummus..very good kebbeh..excellent mixed grill..medium harra potatoes and vine leaves. excellent service. (Original) حمص بيروتي لذيذ .. كبة جيدة جداً .. مشاوي مشكلة ممتازة.. بطاطا حرة و ورق عنب متوسطين. خدمة ممتازة.
21-05-2023
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zulusoundboy
I was really looking forward to eating here as I’d heard great things, but in the end it was a disappointing, expensive meal. The food was uninspired and basic. The Batata Harra looked old and was lacking any spice or flavour. The lamb chops were under seasoned, over cooked and had no marinade or real flavour. Just basic unmarinated chops cooked on a grill. When we entered the waiter at the bar didn’t acknowledge us or say hello which was a bit odd. However the owner was friendly and showed us to our table in the back room, which must be said, is a beautiful room with mosaics from Damascus. We ordered the large mixed platter and meze which was £80 for 5 people alongside a few more kebabs and cold meze starters. The bill added an extra £70 worth of food on top from these extras, and considering the large platter stated it could feed 5 people, the portion sizes were small. Overall, the food was bang average. Not prepared with much love or passion, from the garnishes to the garlic sauce on the kebabs, it was all a rather sad affair to be honest. Unseasoned, lacking punch or flavour so often associated with Middle Eastern food. We were still chatting around 9:50pm, and this being a Friday night, didn’t seem particularly late. But several times the waiters hushed and rushed us to say we needed to be out by 10pm, and even at one point came in and turned the lights out, as we were still sat in the room! That has to be a restaurant first for me. Overall the service was inattentive, and I sensed they felt unbothered by us being there and wanted us paid up and gone, despite the fact we were polite and two of our group are regulars who know the owner. The bill was over £200 for 7 people to have a mixed platter, 2 kebabs, some cold meze starters and 4 beers and a bottle of wine. Expensive in my opinion and thoroughly not worth it. They added on £6.50 of soft drinks that we didn’t have, but we were so tired by the end of the evening that we left without kicking up a fuss. It’s a shame. A place like this could be brilliant if a bit more enthusiasm, inspiration and love was put into the food. Similarly, the service was inattentive and uninterested and (briefly) turning the lights off on us was the cherry on top. If you want an amazing Middle Eastern restaurant within 30 minutes of here, head to Lebanese House in Newbury. Absolutely delicious food make with passion and love and brilliant, attentive service
14-05-2023
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Ann Jones
Food : 3/5 | Service : 3/5 | Atmosphere : 3/5 Recommendation for vegetarians Somewhat recommend Vegetarian offerings Large vegetarian selection … More
28-04-2023
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Maria Galazoula
Great food and great service!
28-04-2023
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Charlie Yep
Food : 4/5 | Service : 3/5 | Atmosphere : 4/5 … More
28-04-2023
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James Davey
Food : 5/5 | Service : 4/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 … More
28-04-2023
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Claire
We like small plate dinners so got a variety of cold and hot mezes. I would say all were made in a factory/prepackaged, aka not made in the kitchen and so not fresh. One dish was simply a tiny iceberg salad with dried chilli flakes on top. Avoid the pickles at all costs. I feel a bit swindled. I wouldn't go back or recommend/recommend to avoid.
28-04-2023
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Matthew van der Merwe
28-04-2023
