Darbucka Lebanese Restaurant

If it's exotic and eastern, then belly dancers can't be far away. At Darbucka, you'll find them swaying to the hypnotic music in the downstairs low lit intimate bar, with an ambience that's richly endowed with an authentic Bedouin feel. More sedate pursuits lie in wait on the upper level where those with a taste for Lebanese cuisine can enjoy it in plenty at this Clerkenwell restaurant on St. John Street. Named after the Middle Eastern drum that produces the rolling beats, Darbucka offers a variety of experiences whether you're looking for delicious food or a good time.

At the restaurant, there's a cold mezze with pita bread, humous or stuffed baby aubergines with walnuts, garlic and peppers or a hot one with spicy lamb sausages or falafel, deep fried balls of chickpeas. Move on to grilled chicken cubes marinated in garlic, olive oil and lemon juice served with rice and end with the honeyed baklava and Moroccan mint tea. They also have an amazing range of cocktails, spirits and wines.