In the Uyghur language, Dilara means "she who delights the heart." This name reflects our mission: to share warmth, comfort, and joy through every dish we serve. Our dishes are handcrafted daily with the freshest ingredients—featuring traditional hand-pulled noodles, tender flame-grilled meats, and bold spices like cumin, ruby chili, and fragrant garlic. From savory, smoky kebabs to intricately spiced stir-fries, each bite captures the vibrant essence of centuries-old Uyghur culture and culinary tradition. Whether you are joining us for a quick bite or a celebratory shared feast, we invite you to experience food that tells a historic story—crafted with heart, history, and soul.
Appetizers & Soups
Beef Noodle Soup£ 9,90
A comforting, deeply aromatic beef broth filled with our signature handmade pulled noodles, tender slow-cooked beef slices, and fresh cilantro.
Cucumber Salad£ 4,50
Crisp, refreshing English cucumbers crushed and tossed in a vibrant garlic, rice vinegar, and light sesame oil dressing.
Uyghur Salad£ 4,50
A traditional, bright salad of finely chopped ripe tomatoes, crisp red onions, and bell peppers, dressed lightly with vinegar and herbs.
Mung Bean Jelly (Lampung)£ 5,50
Cool ribbons of savory mung bean jelly served in a bold, tangy house sauce infused with chili oil, crushed garlic, and vinegar.
Dilara Tasting Starter£ 9,90
A curated sampler platter featuring a bite-sized selection of our most popular traditional appetizers to stimulate your palate.
Uyghur Minestrone Soup (Suykash)£ 9,90
A warming, traditional home-style soup featuring delicate square-cut pasta sheets, minced lamb, and diced vegetables in a seasoned broth.
Hummus£ 3,90
A smooth, creamy blend of chickpeas, rich tahini, fresh lemon juice, and garlic, drizzled with premium olive oil.
Cacik£ 3,90
A refreshing yogurt dip mixed thoroughly with finely chopped cucumbers, fresh mint, garlic, and a hint of olive oil.
Vegan Minestrone Soup£ 8,90
A pure plant-based version of our traditional rustic pasta soup, packed with vibrant seasonal vegetables and savory mountain herbs.
Traditional Uyghur Mains
Uyghur Legman£ 12,90
Our signature dish. Classic chewy, long hand-pulled noodles topped with a rich, savory stir-fry of tender beef, bell peppers, onions, and string beans.
Marjan Qorumisi£ 12,90
Delightfully chewy, hand-pulled diced noodles meticulously stir-fried with tender minced beef, bell peppers, and traditional spices.
Qoruma Chop£ 12,90
Wok-fried artisanal hand-pulled noodles tossed over high heat with premium beef slices, fresh vegetables, and a savory, smoky sauce.
Fried Rice Noodles£ 10,90
Stir-fried, perfectly seasoned rice noodles tossed elegantly with marinated chicken strips and crisp, colorful garden vegetables.
Small Plate Chicken with Flat Noodles£ 11,90
A aromatic stew of bone-in chicken, soft potatoes, and star anise spices, served over a bed of wide, ribbon-like flat noodles.
Flat-Pasta Qoruma£ 15,90
Hand-pulled square pasta sheets wok-fried beautifully with strips of tender beef and an assortment of fresh, crisp vegetables.
Tugur Dumplings£ 12,90
Soft, delicately boiled handmade dumplings generously stuffed with a savory filling of minced lamb, sweet onions, and black pepper.
Uyghur Polo£ 12,90
The ultimate festive dish. Fragrant, steamed long-grain rice cooked slowly with sweet caramelized carrots, tender lamb pieces, and whole spices.
Cold-Noodle Kebab£ 16,90
A beautiful combination of chilled, house-made turmeric-infused noodles served alongside our iconic hot, charcoal-grilled beef kebabs.
Savory Pastries & Sharing Platters
Meat Pastry£ 14,50
Pan-fried, crispy golden dough pastry generously stuffed with a seasoned minced lamb and sweet onion filling.
Uyghur Manti£ 14,50
Six large, delicately steamed artisanal buns packed with a juicy filling of hand-chopped lamb, sweet onions, and spices.
Uyghur Samsa£ 3,50
Traditional flaky pastry buns baked to a perfect golden crisp in our oven, filled with seasoned diced beef and onions.
Large Plate Beef£ 59,90
An expansive banquet platter of sizzling stir-fried beef, sweet bell peppers, and seasonal vegetables, served over a large bed of handmade noodles. Ideal for sharing.
Dilara Tasting Menu£ 59,90
The ultimate culinary journey: Includes traditional Uyghur Tea, house soup, crisp Samsa, handmade Dumplings, classic Polo, signature Lagman, and charcoal Kebab.
Large Plate Chicken
Our famous spicy, aromatic chicken stew loaded with tender potatoes and served over fresh, wide hand-pulled flat noodles.
- Medium£ 24,90
- Large£ 34,90
Large Plate Lamb£ 54,90
A luxurious, large-scale sharing platter featuring wok-fried lamb chops and vegetables served with a mountain of handmade flat noodles.
Tomato Egg Fried Noodles£ 19,90
A grand, family-sized portion of wok-fried handmade noodles tossed in a comforting, classic sweet-and-savory tomato and scrambled egg sauce.
Uyghur Polo Sharing Platter£ 25,90
A double portion of our traditional fragrant lamb and carrot pilaf, beautifully arranged on a large platter for communal dining.
House Wok Wok Fries
Wok fries are served with a complimentary portion of premium rice
Spicy Tofu£ 12,90
Cubed fresh tofu flash-fried in a fiery, aromatic Sichuan pepper and chili bean sauce, served with a complimentary side of fluffy rice.
Special Diced Chicken£ 13,90
Succulent diced chicken wok-fried in a rich, sweet, and savory sauce with crunchy peanuts and dried red chilies. Served with steamed rice.
Fried Chili Chicken£ 14,50
Crispy, golden bite-sized chicken pieces stir-fried intensely with a mountain of fragrant dried red chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and garlic. Served with rice.
Black Fungus Fried with Egg£ 10,50
Nutritious wood-ear black fungus stir-fried beautifully with fluffy scrambled eggs and crisp spring onions. Served with a portion of rice.
Stir-Fried Tripe£ 13,90
Tender, thinly sliced beef tripe flash-fried over high wok heat with fresh scallions, ginger, and hot green chilies. Served with rice.
Fried Beef Fungus£ 15,50
Savory slices of premium beef stir-fried with crunchy wood-ear mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and garlic greens. Served with rice.
Fish-Flavored Lamb£ 14,90
Tender shredded lamb stir-fried in a traditional sweet, sour, and mildly spicy garlic sauce with bamboo strips and fungus. Served with rice.
Naan Bread-Wrapped Meat£ 39,50
A rich, majestic stew of slow-cooked tender lamb chunks in a savory sauce, beautifully draped over a whole crusty, baked Uyghur naan bread.
Tomato Egg Noodle Soup£ 11,50
A comforting single-portion bowl of handmade noodles served in a vibrant, savory broth of stewed vine tomatoes and fluffy eggs.
Vegetarian Mains
Vegetarian dishes are served with a complimentary portion of rice
Garlic Broccoli£ 10,90
Fresh, vibrant green broccoli florets quickly flash-fried in a hot wok with intense crushed garlic and light seasoning. Served with rice.
Garlic Lettuce£ 10,90
Crisp, sweet romaine lettuce hearts lightly wilted in a blazing wok with a fragrant, savory garlic oil glaze. Served with rice.
Tomato Fried Egg£ 9,90
A classic home-style comfort dish of juicy, sweet vine-ripened tomatoes stir-fried gently with fluffy scrambled eggs. Served with rice.
Dry-Fried String Beans£ 11,90
Crisp, blistered green string beans dry-fried in a hot wok with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a touch of mild chili. Served with rice.
Aubergine & Green Bean Stir-Fry£ 13,50
Tender, melt-in-your-mouth eggplant batons stir-fried elegantly with crisp green beans in a savory garlic soy glaze. Served with rice.
Spicy Tofu with Rice£ 12,90
Stir-fried spicy seasoned tofu chunks loaded with minced mixed vegetables, served alongside a premium portion of steamed white rice.
Charcoal Kebab & Grill
Flame-grilled over authentic natural charcoal, our kebabs are deeply marinated in traditional spices using time-honoured culinary techniques. Every skewer comes served with a complimentary portion of fluffy rice or fresh garden salad.
Uyghur Kebab£ 3,90
Our pride. Tender cubes of marinated lamb threaded with rich fat pieces, heavily dusted with premium cumin and chili, flame-grilled over natural charcoal. (Minimum order of 3).
Fried Lamb Ribs£ 19,90
Juicy, premium lamb ribs seasoned in secret spices and slow-roasted over open charcoal flames until perfectly smoky and crisp.
Chicken Shish£ 12,90
Skewers of plump, overnight-marinated chicken breast cubes char-grilled to juicy perfection. Served with your choice of fluffy rice or a crisp garden salad.
Lamb Shish Kebab£ 14,90
Succulent, large skewers of premium lean lamb loin pieces marinated in traditional herbs and grilled over charcoal. Served with rice or fresh salad.
Chicken Wings£ 11,50
Plump chicken wings marinated in a savory, mild blend of Central Asian spices and char-grilled until beautifully golden and smoky.
Mixed Shish Kebab£ 14,90
The best of both worlds. A combination skewer of seasoned lamb and marinated chicken cubes flame-roasted together. Served with a portion of rice.
Accompaniments & Sides
Extra Thin Noodles£ 2,90
An additional side portion of our traditional, freshly made thin hand-pulled noodles to accompany your favorite main sauces.
Uyghur Naan£ 2,90
Traditional flatbread, stamped with patterns and baked fresh until crusty on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect for dipping.
Extra Flat Noodles£ 2,90
An additional side portion of our wide, thick artisanal hand-pulled ribbon noodles.
Kebab Sharing Platters
Dilara Platter 1 (Serves 1-2)£ 29,90
A grand sampling grill featuring 2 skewers of juicy Chicken Shish, 1 skewer of tender Lamb Shish, and 1 skewer of smoky Chicken Wings. Served with rice, fresh salad, bread, and house garlic & chili sauces.
Dilara Platter 2 (Serves 2-3)£ 59,90
An impressive spread loaded with 2 skewers of Chicken Shish, 1 skewer of premium Lamb Ribs, 2 skewers of Lamb Shish, and 2 skewers of Chicken Wings. Accompanied by rice, salad, bread, and house sauces.
Dilara Platter 3 (Serves 3-4)£ 74,90
Our ultimate barbecue feast: 2 skewers of Chicken Shish, 1 skewer of Mixed Shish, 2 skewers of Lamb Shish, 1 skewer of Lamb Ribs, and 2 skewers of Chicken Wings. Heavily served with rice, fresh salad, flatbread, and sauces.
Desserts & Drinks
Rice Pudding£ 3,50
A velvety, creamy traditional chilled sweet milk pudding topped with a delicate hint of nutmeg and ground nuts.
Baklava£ 6,00
Four rich, golden pieces of flaky pastry layered with sweet crushed nuts and drenched in aromatic pure honey syrup.
Honey Cake£ 6,00
A luxurious, multi-layered sponge cake featuring alternating sheets of delicate honey biscuit and rich, velvety cream cream frosting.
Uyghur Pot Milk Tea£ 6,50
A traditional, heartwarming pot of freshly brewed black tea simmered gently with fresh milk and a light hint of salt.
Uyghur Herbal Tea£ 6,50
An exotic, deeply comforting pot brewed with a unique house blend of dried mountain herbs, flowers, and natural rock sugar.
Green Tea£ 6,00
A premium pot of soothing, antioxidant-rich steamed green tea leaves—ideal for clean palate cleansing.
Chinese Specialty Drinks£ 3,50
A selection of imported popular refreshing cold iced teas and fruit-infused specialty canned beverages.
Assorted Canned Sodas£ 2,20
Your choice of classic carbonated sodas including Coca-Cola, Sprite, and Fanta.
Ayran£ 2,20
A refreshing, traditional savory yogurt drink whisked perfectly with ice water and a small pinch of sea salt.