The Fat Persian

You're walking down Woburn Road and you catch the smell first—that unmistakable mix of saffron, charred meat, and fresh herbs that makes your stomach proper rumble. The Fat Persian does takeaway with the kind of care most places reserve for sit-down dining, which means you're getting restaurant-quality Persian cooking without the faffing about. Order ahead because word's out amongst locals, and they're doing proper kebabs, rice dishes that aren't just filler, and sides that'll surprise you. This is the kind of spot you'll start recommending to mates before you've even finished your first meal.