Maray Bold Street

You'll spot the queue before you see the restaurant – that's how you know you've found the right place on Bold Street. Inside, exposed brick and hanging bulbs create the kind of effortlessly cool atmosphere that feels welcoming rather than trying too hard. The menu reads like a love letter to Middle Eastern flavours, but executed with proper technique. Their lamb shawarma is ridiculous – properly marinated, charred just right, and served with pickles that cut through the richness perfectly. The halloumi comes with date molasses that transforms what could be a boring cheese plate into something you'll actually remember. Everything's designed for sharing, which works brilliantly with their cocktail list that leans heavily on spice and citrus.