Reviews


Located in Brixton, Khamsa is a charming restaurant serving authentic Algerian cuisine in a cozy family-run atmosphere. While some customers note that the staff could be more polite, many praise the fresh and tasty food. The menu, expertly curated by a husband and wife duo, offers a home-style approach to catering with cold starters and hot mains that highlight the natural flavors of quality ingredients. The star of the show is the legendary bread, which melts chilly foods into bliss. Customers rave about the warm hospitality of the owner and recommend trying dishes like Tchakhoukha and Rechta. The restaurant offers a unique dining experience that transports guests to Algeria through its decor, music, and delicious food. With hearty portions and affordable prices, Khamsa is a must-visit for those looking to explore traditional Algerian cuisine in London, on average, Khamsa has been rated as 4.4.

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 1273 reviews

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 214 reviews
843mariap843
13.03.2024 - 01:06

Fantastic food. First time trying Algerian food and couldn't be happier. We got the saladas to share (recommended) and then a vegetarian platter with some fresh...

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bilge-a-rabbit18
13.03.2024 - 01:06

The owner is a very nice person with bright ideas and encouraging personality. We had a chat with him about Algerian and Amazigh culture and he is a lovely pers...

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jennifer-t-grass5
13.03.2024 - 01:06

Cannot recommended this highly enough. Excellent service on top of the food that they are famous for!

jefferson-d-doctor24
13.03.2024 - 01:06

Amazing food!! I will be back! And you can take your own drinks, Including Alcohol Definitely recommend!

samker17
13.03.2024 - 01:06

It is clear the chef has a lot of passion and pride in his cuisine. This was Michelin star ! and definitely the best Algerian restaurant I know of in London. Th...

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Yelp
4.6 ★ from 7 reviews
Zomato
3.8 ★ from 12 reviews
Google
4.7 ★ from 647 reviews
Foursquare
3.9 ★ from 14 reviews
Opentable
4.2 ★ from 37 reviews
GastroRanking-UK
4.5 ★ from 243 reviews
INT Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 758 reviews
Happycow
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews

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