Momo - London

My wife and I visited Momo for the first time tonight (8pm). I was a tad apprehensive at first as prior reviews had highlighted potential service problems and excessively loud music. Our experience proved my apprehensions completely unnecessary. Music was lively but kept at a comfortable level. Service was quick, staff personable and attentive. The only point with loud music was a charming 2 minute intermission wherein the staff began to dance, chefs banged on (presumably) pans, and chanting ensued. Livened up the place and ended well before it had overstayed its welcome. Crucially, the food was delightful. The lamb hummus was packed with flavour, and I just had to order more pitta for it. The briouats trio was similarly delicious, though a small portion size (6 bites worth) but to be expected for a starter. The tagines made the night (my wife and I shared the beef and lamb tagines). Tender lamb, broth full of flavour and perfectly balanced spice added depth while highlighting the flavour of the lamb. The beef's pomegranate glaze was a refreshing, modern twist which I found perfect next to the classic flavours of the lamb. Chocolate namelaka for dessert, which had a welcome simplicity in its flavours chocolate ganache and buckwheat ice cream, tiny dollops of jam, and chocolate crumble like my mother used to make. Less is sometimes more, and after the complex flavours from starters through to mains, I found the simple dessert to be the perfect way to send us off.

This is one of my favorite spots in London. It’s a great spot to catch up with friends and share their different entrees! Ambiance is incredible and service is good.

I first visited Momo ten years ago, but every time I am visiting London, I always enjoy coming here. Located very close to Piccadilly Circus, the place has a long history in London. Though we didn't have a reservation, they tried to find us a nice table to sit. The atmosphere, the decoration, the lights, everything is perfect! The crowd is vivid and trendy, beatiful people, well dressed! The staff was friendly, kind and helpfull. The menu is quite extensive and you can find expensive or cheaper plates. We prefered to order several first plates in order to taste more foods, intead of two three main plates! All, were absolutely delicious and fresh (the bread also was state of the art! . Please note that there is an optional extra 13% service charge on the bill (a new custom all over London ! Four instead of five stars, due to the really bad music: sorry not fit with the place! Reservation is essential, especially on weekends.I strongly recommend it!

The food is of a good quality and properly cooked. Unfortunately, the service is very bad: the waiters are incompetent and not professional at all.

Believe me you re in for a treat if someone brings you there. The good was fresh, delicious but overall it is the great customer service with lot of smiles that definitely makes you want to come back. Also a big fan of the atmosphere and decorum.