Yamas Meze & Tapas

You'll find yourself on Thurland Street in the city centre, walking into somewhere that feels genuinely Mediterranean rather than trying too hard about it. The meze concept means you're ordering a bunch of small plates to share—think saganaki that's still crackling, proper dolmades, and seafood that doesn't taste like it's been frozen since last summer. It's the kind of place where locals keep coming back because the quality doesn't dip and the staff actually seem to know their stuff. The vibe is relaxed enough for a weeknight but lively enough that you won't feel like you're eating in a library.