Ev Restaurant, nestled under the railway arches on Isabella Street, won the prestigious title at the 13th British Kebab Awards.
The awards, held on February 26 at the Park Plaza Westminster Hotel, celebrate the excellence and innovation within the kebab industry across the nation.
Ev Restaurant is known for its classic Turkish mezze dishes and grilled meats, served in a comfortable setting under the railway arches.
The restaurant is conveniently located next to Southwark tube and is open for both lunch and dinner.
It is a popular spot for meetings, dinners, and after-work drinks.
The British Kebab Awards, an annual event, recognise the achievements of restaurants, takeaways, and individuals who have made significant contributions to the kebab industry.
They aim to showcase the diversity, quality, and passion that define this beloved cuisine.
Winners come from all corners of the country, including Dorset, Buckinghamshire, Glasgow, Liverpool, and London.
In Camden, MAZAL won the award for the best kosher shawarma restaurant, while Wallington Express in Sutton and The Best Turkish Kebab in Hackney were named the best takeaways in London.
Elsewhere in the UK, Burwell Kebab Van in Cambridge was named Kebab Van of the Year, while Master Kebabs in Gillingham and Zem Kebab in High Wycombe both won Best Regional Takeaway.
Ibrahim Dogus, the founder of the British Kebab Awards, said: “The winners of the 2025 British Kebab Awards show the strength of the industry, with great restaurants, vans, and takeaways in every corner of the nation.
“Chefs are constantly reinventing and refining the classic kebab, meaning there’s something new from each one of this year’s worthy winners.
“This year’s winners represent everything that makes the British kebab industry special – diversity, quality, tradition, and innovation, and we’re proud to be highlighting the leaders in this great industry.”
