23/11/2009

My friend and I were out the other day wandering the big bad streets of London and found ourselves on the doorstep of Pera. To be honest, I was a tiny bit dubious of the decor, but don't be. That old saying of 'don't judge a book by it's cover' rings true for this place because we ended up having one of nicest meals for a really good price.

Annoyingly I was in Knightsbridge the other week eating pretty much the same for practically double the price and it was not as good as here.

The staff were really sweet and the food was just excellent. I had the lamb shish, and the meat was so tender and cooked perfectly. This was served with rice, lots of fresh and yummy salad. And they gave us free mini rice puddings, and wonderful fresh bread and dips. Both of which were so tasty that I would have been happy to order it on its own. I would definitely come back here again, food is good, service is friendly and warm, atmosphere is laid back and welcoming.

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6/5/2009

Pera serves some of the nicest Turkish food I've had in this city. If I know I will be doing errands in the Shoreditch area, I mentally schedule in a takeaway falafel wrap from here.

The staff is really nice as well and often give me a hot tea while I wait.

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