Business Details
19 Years
experience
Authentic Cypriot Restaurant in St Albans
Barmeze is an independent family-run restaurant established in 2007, dedicated to serving authentic Cypriot cuisine with influences from Greek, Ottoman, and Arabic traditions. Our founder Fouad prioritises quality ingredients sourced directly from trusted suppliers, including fresh meat from Smithfields, British fish from Stickleback, and locally grown produce from St Albans market. We prepare all dips and speciality dishes in-house using exclusive recipes, offering a flexible dining experience where guests can order snacks or full meals by varying portion sizes.Our venue accommodates diverse occasions from casual lunches to private celebrations, with options for venue hire and customised party menus. We maintain a welcoming atmosphere where regular customers are known by name, combining traditional Eastern Mediterranean hospitality with modern service standards.
Services
Cypriot Restaurant
Private Hire
Takeaway Service
Allergen-Free Options
Christmas Menus
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Family-run restaurant since 2007 with expert Cypriot cuisine knowledge
- Fresh ingredients sourced directly from Smithfields, St Albans market, and British waters
- Unique Eastern Mediterranean menu blending Greek, Ottoman, and Arabic influences
- Flexible private hire options for weddings, parties, and corporate events
- Daily prepared dishes using exclusive Barmeze recipes
Services
Cypriot Restaurant
Barmeze offers authentic Cypriot cuisine blending Greek, Ottoman, and Arabic influences. Our menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared using traditional methods. Guests can enjoy flexible dining options with no fixed courses, creating a unique Eastern Mediterranean experience.
Private Hire
Our venue accommodates weddings, anniversaries, and corporate events with customised party menus. We offer full venue hire including outdoor dining space and dance floor facilities. Our team specialises in creating memorable celebrations for groups of all sizes.
Takeaway Service
Enjoy 15% discount on main menu items with our takeaway service. All dishes are freshly prepared to order using the same quality ingredients as our dine-in offerings. Collection available during restaurant opening hours.
Allergen-Free Options
We provide detailed allergen information and can accommodate special dietary needs. Our staff assists with ingredient queries, though we cannot guarantee complete allergen freedom due to kitchen environment constraints.
Christmas Menus
We offer three special Christmas menus including standard, vegetarian, and vegan options. Each menu showcases traditional Cypriot flavours with festive adaptations, available for both dine-in and private event bookings.
People
Fouad
Owner
Fouad has operated Barmeze since 2007, combining his passion for Cypriot cuisine with personal customer service. He oversees daily operations and maintains relationships with local suppliers to ensure ingredient quality.
Questions
What type of cuisine does Bar Meze serve?
We specialise in Cypriot cuisine with influences from Greek, Ottoman, and Arabic traditions, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Can I book private events at Bar Meze?
Yes, we offer venue hire for weddings, anniversaries, and corporate events with customised party menus and full venue exclusivity options.
Do you provide allergen information?
Our staff can provide allergen details for all dishes, though we cannot guarantee complete allergen freedom due to kitchen environment constraints.
Are takeaway options available?
Yes, we offer 15% discount on main menu items for collection, with all dishes freshly prepared to order.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Tuesday-Saturday 12:00-14:30/15:00 & 18:00-23:00/23:30, Sunday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-23:00, closed Monday lunchtimes.
Reviews (6)
Stephen Draycott
Jan 22, 2022
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Haven't been able to visit for three years but coming back was amazing. Same owner and chef and the food and hospitality was as I remember it. Highly recommend this restaurant.
Karley Kennedy
Jan 10, 2022
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The food was ok, strange flavours and not everything needs herbs, including chips? The service wasn't great, then had the cheek to add 20% service charge?? Seemed like they couldn't be bothered?? Even if the service was great and the food was even ok I still would have still paid the service. I paid it anyway
The restaurant had 2 other tables, the other table didn't touch their food and the other table has lots of children throwing things and making ALOT of noise. Nothing was done to at least ask the table to settle down. Handed a dirty menu wasn't a great first impression either
The restaurant had 2 other tables, the other table didn't touch their food and the other table has lots of children throwing things and making ALOT of noise. Nothing was done to at least ask the table to settle down. Handed a dirty menu wasn't a great first impression either
Debbie
Dec 29, 2021
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Had our Xmas meal there. It was the best meal and night in a long time. The food was exceptional and the service the same. Highly recommend it for a group function or a family.
Micky Waters
Dec 13, 2021
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Fantastic food, with no exception. Fantastic staff. Felt very well looked after. Thank you so much. Look forward to returning!!!
Beatriz Amaral
Nov 20, 2021
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Really loved! Everything was delicious. Very good attendance and the combo was huge, serves very very well! Really recommend it!
Yvonne
Nov 15, 2021
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Just had a most successful lunchtime party to celebrate my special birthday with 40 people. Bar Meze could not have been more helpful and arranged it all in such a way that everyone felt welcomed and comfortable. The meze menu was outstanding with delicious well, prepared dishes to suit all tastes, including those with dietary constraints. Many guests commented on the professionalism and care shown by the staff as well as the friendly & relaxed ambience. Would thoroughly recommend it.
