Al-Kasbar

Good Moroccan restaurant. It’s an eye-​catching white building on Hampstead high street, with open windows providing glimpses of dark, cushioned luxury inside. There are tables on the pavement and on the adjacent alley of Flask Walk, making for top-​notch posh-​watching. Great spot.
The array of grills, tagines, and other tasty foodstuffs is top-​notch: great food.
Upstairs is a crowded room of pillowed benches and large cushions. Downstairs is a a bit more spacious, but the vibe isn’t as nice. They have belly dancers some nights, usually weekends I guess.
I can’t say that the service is top-​notch. They’re nice enough, but I’ve experienced some long waits and difficulties getting the attention of servers.
Keep in mind the minimum charge of £20 a head after 5pm, too.

I haven’t been to this place for a little while, but it still sticks in my mind as being a really cool place to go — if memory serves, the downstairs area is all dim lighting, low seating and comfy cushions, with delicious tagines served for everyone to share.

Nestled on Hampstead high street Al Kasbar a morroccan restaurant which is almost hidden from passers by, justic’s smoke from the candle lit entrance enticing you in especially on a winters day.
The décor is all authentic, huge brass round tables, rugged seats, cushions and shisha’s surround upstairs and down, the lower floor is also rented out for private party’s and on week ends there is a belly dancer swirling around creating a great atmosphere with everyone clapping and enjoying themselves.
The food is amazing, everything is extra tasty and the mint tea is awesome.
Make sure you end your meal and experience with a shisha!