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SOUK RESTAURANT

North African cuisine, belly dancing shows, shisha and Arabic music — every night in the heart of Covent Garden.

Medina & Bazaar — 020 7240 1796

info@soukrestaurant.net

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Guides

Vegetarian tagines that hold their own against any meat version
Moroccan tagines have long carried a reputation for hearty, slow-cooked richness, thanks largely to lamb, chicken, and beef taking centre stage. Yet the truth…
Cooking with saffron on a budget: a beginner-friendly guide
Saffron has long carried a reputation as the world's most luxurious spice, sometimes fetching more per gram than gold. For Australian home cooks browsing the…
The secret to fluffy, buttery msemen pancakes at home
Moroccan msemen turns a quiet morning into a small celebration. Stretched, folded and pan-fried in ghee, each square arrives crisp outside and tender in the…
Building a Moroccan Street Food Platter to Share at Home
The magic of Moroccan street food lies in its generosity. Tiny carts in Marrakech or Tangier serve heaped cones of paper-wrapped fritters, sliced sausages…
Preserved Lemons Transform Soups and Stews Into Something Special
When the temperature drops across Melbourne and Sydney during the winter months, home cooks reach for the same handful of flavour anchors: stock bones, woody…
The sweet and savoury divide in pastilla
Pastilla is a Moroccan pastry built around contrast. Delicate sheets of warqa or filo pastry enclose a richly seasoned filling, while crisp edges give way to a…
How to Make Authentic Moroccan Mint Tea Step by Step
Moroccan mint tea is a warm, generous drink built around green tea, fresh spearmint and plenty of sugar. Known as atay na‘na‘, it is served throughout the day,…
Exploring Ras El Hanout In Everyday Cooking
Ras el hanout is a fragrant North African spice blend with the power to make familiar ingredients taste layered, warm and unexpectedly complex. Its name is…
Why Harissa Belongs In Every Australian Kitchen
Harissa is a bold North African chilli paste made with dried or fresh peppers, garlic, spices, oil and sometimes preserved lemon. It brings warmth, savoury…
Multihand blackjack with Visa: a guide for Australian players
Multihand blackjack appeals to players who want more action from a single table. Instead of placing one wager, the format allows several hands to be played at…

WHAT WE OFFER

Discover everything SOUK has in store

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NORTH AFRICAN DINING

Inspired by the kitchens of Morocco and Algeria, our menus feature tagines, mezze, grilled meats and aromatic couscous dishes served across both venues.

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SHISHA & COCKTAILS

Our cocktail bar and shisha lounge offers indoor and outdoor flavoured shishas, happy hours, and drinks late into the evening at both Medina and Bazaar.

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EVENTS & PRIVATE HIRE

Private rooms available for weddings, corporate seminars, birthday parties and afternoon teas. Twelve different areas accommodate groups from 2 to 300 guests.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Belly dancing shows on most nights — indoor & outdoor flavoured shishas

BELLY DANCING SCHEDULE

Shows run most nights at both venues. Contact us to confirm performance times for your visit.

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Private belly dancer bookings were available at £50 for 4 songs. Contact us for current private entertainment options.

GET IN TOUCH

For bookings or any other enquiries

Booking line: 020 7240 1796

Email: info@soukrestaurant.net

Souk Medina: 1a Shorts Gardens, London WC2H 9AT

Souk Bazaar: 27 Litchfield Street, London WC2H 9NJ