Cue Point in Notting Hill named London’s best halal and barbecue restaurant
Time Out ranks the Texan-Afghan fusion smokehouse top for both halal and barbecue in its 2026 guide
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A Notting Hill restaurant has been named the best halal eatery and the greatest barbecue spot in London by Time Out. Cue Point, which opened its permanent location near Latimer Road station, combines Texan and Afghan flavours in a halal-certified menu. The ranking appears in Time Out’s 2026 guide to the city’s top halal restaurants.
The restaurant has operated in London for a decade but recently settled into its current site. Its menu features dishes such as brisket burnt end skewers, Texas naan, and oak-smoked lamb shank. Time Out’s food editor, Leonie Cooper, visited the restaurant and described the food as so good it was almost laughable.
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What sets Cue Point apart
Time Out highlighted Cue Point’s Wagyu brisket steak as the best barbecue it had tasted in the UK. Cooper wrote that the meat was so tender it melted off the plate. The restaurant’s halal certification covers all its dishes, including the smoked meats that define its menu.
The guide noted that London’s halal dining scene has expanded beyond curries and fried chicken. Cue Point represents this shift, offering a fusion of American barbecue techniques and Afghan spices. Its location in a large beer garden near Latimer Road station provides an outdoor dining option for customers.
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The best barbecue we’ve ever eaten on UK soil as soft to the point of melting off the plate and oozing down Latimer Road.
Leonie Cooper, Time Out food editor
What this means for diners
Cue Point’s ranking in Time Out’s guide may increase footfall to its Notting Hill location. The restaurant’s halal certification makes it accessible to Muslim diners, while its barbecue focus appeals to a broader audience. The permanent site near Latimer Road station offers a fixed destination for those seeking its menu.
The restaurant’s success reflects a wider trend in London’s food scene. Time Out’s guide includes halal-certified restaurants serving Filipino fusion, smashburgers, and Michelin-starred cuisine. Cue Point’s Texan-Afghan fusion stands out as a unique offering in this diverse landscape.
What happens next
Cue Point’s current location is described as its forever home, so no relocation is expected. The restaurant continues to serve its existing menu, with no announced changes following the Time Out ranking. Diners can visit the site near Latimer Road station to try the dishes that earned its top spots in the guide.
Questions this report answers
+What makes Cue Point London’s best halal restaurant?
Time Out named Cue Point the best halal restaurant in London in 2026 for its Texan-Afghan fusion menu, which includes dishes like brisket burnt end skewers and oak-smoked lamb shank. The restaurant is halal-certified and located near Latimer Road station.
+Is Cue Point only for halal food?
No, Cue Point is also ranked as London’s greatest barbecue restaurant by Time Out. Its menu combines halal-certified meats with Texan and Afghan flavours, appealing to a wide range of diners beyond those seeking halal options.
+Where is Cue Point located?
Cue Point is situated in Notting Hill, near Latimer Road station. The restaurant has a large beer garden and serves its Texan-Afghan fusion menu at this permanent location.
+What dishes should I try at Cue Point?
Time Out’s food editor recommends the brisket burnt end skewers, Texas naan, oak-smoked lamb shank, and Wagyu brisket steak. The Wagyu brisket was described as the best barbecue she had eaten in the UK.
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