Shishly Grill & Meze

Set in the heart of Swanley, Shishly Grill & Meze brings the smoky, generous spirit of Turkish charcoal cooking to this busy Kent town. Everything centres on the open grill, where marinated meats are cooked over charcoal rather than gas to give that distinctive sweet, slightly smoky char. The signature Lamb Shish arrives on a bed of rice with warm pitta, crisp side salad and the obligatory chilli and tzatziki sauces, while a spread of hot and cold meze rounds things out for sharing. It is a reliable pick for a hearty grill in this part of Kent, whether you sit in or take it away.

Local feedback leans warmly positive, with a 4.5/5 rating drawn from well over a thousand reviews and plenty of praise for the freshly prepared food and friendly, helpful staff. As with any busy kitchen there is the occasional grumble about portions, but most visitors come away full and happy. For anyone craving proper chargrilled lamb, chicken and meze without leaving the area, it is a dependable, good-value choice.