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Inside all day dining - Ara, London, Greater London

Ara

4.9
4.9
12 Reviews
£25 and under
Global, International
Whitechapel High St, London, Greater London E1

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Ara is an all-day dining restaurant serving well-travelled food taking inspirations from wherever we can. The restaurant's design evolves dynamically throughout the day, offering a bright and airy ambiance during daytime hours and transitioning to a darker, more intimate, and secluded atmosphere in the evening.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–11:45 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–17:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:15–23:00
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Murat Kilic
  • Area
    Aldgate
  • Cross Street
    Cross Road between Whitechapel Road and Leman Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Aldgate East Tube Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sharing Menu

    £39.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    SMALL PLATES TO SHARE Corn ribs, umami dust Grilled potato bread, cultured butter Burrata with crispy chilli peanuts and apricots Fried chicken, no-pomelo salad Blackened leeks, muhammara, xo sauce, soft herbs, confit walnuts BIG PLATES TO SHARE Sweetheart contramar with almond sauce Skate wing, macadamia, shallot and lemongrass crunch Agria potato, double fried, strong aioli DESSERT TO SHARE Chocolate basque cheesecake, whey caramel
    Sharing Menu photo
  • Feasting Menu

    £55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    SMALL PLATES TO SHARE Con ribs, umami dust Sourdough, fermented chilli and honey butter Charred green beans, tahini mirin dressing Burrata with crispy chilli peanuts and apricots Fried chicken, no-pomelo salad Blackened leeks, muhammara, xo sauce, soft herbs, confit walnuts Grilled carrots, labneh, Vadouvan spiced butter BIG PLATES TO SHARE Adana lamb skewer, red zough, pico de gallo Slow cooked short rib, white grape and mixed herb salad Agria potato, double fried, strong aioli Kimchi DESSERTS TO SHARE Chocolate basque cheesecake, whey caramel Herb sorbet
    Feasting Menu photo

What 12 people are saying

Ara reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

12 Reviews
  1. Kinga

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, we tried many small plates and we loved them all. Place is new, decor is nice, staff is kind and friendly. We enjoyed our time there!

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  2. Roger

    London26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for the soft launch having previously used the sister restaurant Amber. Had a great time - service was outstanding and the food was great. Items like short rib are well priced but the veg sides offer low value for money. We'd love to eat here again.

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  3. Neil

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gastronomic Heavan…. Interesting play with flavours, but it absolutely works - and the results are an attack on your tastebuds! I honestly can’t wait to go back - but taking my friends so they to can experience a dining delight! And the service - TOP NOTCH, Gracie Cara

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  4. Izabela

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited during soft launch, so a ew bits need polishing (like staff knowledge of the food they serve), but overall we loved every single bit we had ( the herb sorbet was absutely sensational), the food was amazing, the staff was super friendly and very attentive. Also suggestion to the person responsible for music, please diversify, we heard the same song about 10 times in 2h;)

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  5. Nicolas

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely new restaurant from the team behind Amber, already one of our favourite spot. The food is fantastic, the new space looks great, and the staff was friendly. We would wholeheartedly recommend it.

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  6. Anna

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible food; staff dealt very well with a large group (including one caeliac, one vegan, one vegetarian and one pescetarian!!)

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  7. Raffaele

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    5 out of 5, definitely recommended for any occasions , food was great, vibe was perfect, the restaurant has a big focus on sustainability as well, which is great! Cocktails were delicious and menu has very wide variety of choice.

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  8. Liv

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ara is a beautifully designed and deliciously curated experience. The staff were really attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. The food was very very good and affordable. Would highly recommend for any type of occasion - family, friends, dates or even corporate meetings.

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  9. Musa

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    such a lovely restaurant and amazing service and the food was outstanding. i would definitely recommend to everyone.

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  10. Arron

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu at ARA is a testament to the power of simplicity executed with precision. Dishes are rooted in tradition, yet they carry a contemporary flair that speaks to the chef's nuanced understanding of flavor profiles. The ingredients are fresh, the preparations unpretentious, and the results consistently delightful.​ Chef Murat’s passion for travel can be seen in every dish. Service here is warm and unobtrusive, creating an atmosphere that feels more like dining in a friend's home than a commercial establishment. It's this sense of genuine hospitality that elevates the dining experience, making patrons feel valued and at ease.​ In an era where dining out can often feel like a performance, ARA offers a return to what truly matters: good food, sincere service, and an environment that fosters connection. It's a place that doesn't just serve meals—the interior has its own story to tell. dishes of the evening, humble potato bread with house-made butter, Corn Ribs with umami dust, The Skate Wing, and the incredible Short Rib!

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FAQs

Ara is rated 4.9 stars by 12 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ara

Whitechapel High St, London, Greater London E1

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cross Road between Whitechapel Road and Leman Street
  • Area
    Aldgate
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–11:45 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–17:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:15–23:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Aldgate East Tube Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Murat Kilic
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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