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Bubala King's Cross

Lewis Cubitt Park, Unit 1, Cadence Court, London N1C 4ED, United Kingdom

•King's Cross

££

Middle Eastern, Vegetarian

££•Middle Eastern, Vegetarian

8.1

DFF Score

Excellent

4.4

(180)

8.1DFF Score

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Key Highlights

Near Regent's Canal Towpath

2 min walk

AboutAbout Bubala King's Cross

Bubala King's Cross is a vibrant Middle Eastern vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of Coal Drops Yard, serving creative plant-based mezze and sharing plates. The menu showcases bold flavours and quality ingredients, with standout dishes like hummus with burnt butter, wood-fired onions, and oyster mushroom skewers drawing regular acclaim. The restaurant offers both a Bubala Knows Best set menu and à la carte options, with weekday lunches featuring a separate Mezze set menu.

The restaurant occupies a bright, modern space with both ground floor dining and a mezzanine level, creating an energetic yet comfortable atmosphere. The accessible pricing and consistently high-quality dishes have made it a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike, particularly those seeking imaginative vegetarian cooking.

Dogs are absolutely welcome at Bubala King's Cross, making it an excellent choice for dining out with your four-legged friend. The team are happy to accommodate dogs both inside and outside, and the location next to Regent's Canal makes it perfect for combining a meal with a waterside walk.

Dog Friendly Finder Score

8.1/10

Our weighted 10-point scoring system prioritises dog-friendliness, food quality, and service excellence. We combine verified amenities and expert evaluations.

Dog Friendliness

7.5

Food & Beverage Quality

8.8

Service

7.9

Atmosphere

8.7

Value

8.0

What People Say

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4.4

(180 reviews)

This popular King's Cross spot has built a strong following for its creative Middle Eastern vegetarian cooking and vibrant atmosphere. Customers consistently praise the quality of the mezze dishes, particularly the hummus, baba ganoush, and wood-fired vegetables, with many highlighting the excellent value of the set menus. Dog owners appreciate the genuinely welcoming approach to four-legged guests both inside the restaurant and on the terrace.

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Best Times to Visit Bubala King's Cross

Bubala King's Cross gets busiest on Saturday evenings and during Sunday lunch, creating a vibrant atmosphere perfect for people-watching. For a more relaxed experience, weekday lunchtimes are noticeably quieter with a calmer vibe. Dog owners will find weekday lunches and early weekday evenings ideal - there's enough buzz to feel welcoming without being overwhelming for four-legged guests.

🔥Buzzing

Saturday evenings • Sunday lunch • Friday evenings

😌Relaxed

Monday lunch • Tuesday lunch • Wednesday lunch

Getting There

Address

Lewis Cubitt Park, Unit 1, Cadence Court, London N1C 4ED, United Kingdom

By Car

For sat nav, use postcode N1C 4ED. Parking in King's Cross is limited, with the nearest being NCP King's Cross car park on Pancras Road, about a 10-minute walk away. There's also limited metered parking on surrounding streets with restrictions typically Mon-Sat during the day.

By Train

The nearest station is King's Cross St Pancras, served by six Underground lines (Northern, Piccadilly, Victoria, Circle, Metropolitan, and Hammersmith & City) plus National Rail services, about a 5-minute walk away through Coal Drops Yard.

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Opening Hours

Monday

12:00 - 15:00

Tuesday

12:00 - 15:00

Wednesday

12:00 - 15:00

Thursday

12:00 - 15:00

Friday

12:00 - 15:00

Saturday

12:00 - 22:00

Sunday

12:00 - 20:30

Best Times with Dogs

Weekday lunchMonday eveningsTuesday evenings

Nearest Dog Parks

Regent's Park

12 min drive

A 12-minute drive away, offering 410 acres of parkland with extensive off-lead areas in the Outer Circle. Dogs can enjoy wide open spaces, tree-lined avenues, and social opportunities with other dogs.

Regent's Canal Towpath

2 min walk

Just a 2-minute walk away, offering a scenic canal-side route perfect for a pre or post-meal stroll. Dogs can enjoy off-lead walking in designated areas with plenty of waterside views.

Camley Street Natural Park

8 min walk

An 8-minute walk away, offering 2 acres of woodland and wetland wildlife habitat behind King's Cross station. Dogs are welcome on leads with peaceful nature trails and pond areas to explore.

3 dog friendly parks within 8 minutes

Features & Amenities

Atmosphere

CasualCasual Atmosphere

LivelyLively Atmosphere

Dietary Options

Gluten-FreeGluten-Free Options

VeganVegan Options

VegetarianVegetarian Options

Dining Options

LunchLunch Served

DinnerDinner Served

BrunchBrunch Served

Payment

Card PaymentsCard Payments Accepted

ContactlessContactless Payments

Services

Online BookingOnline Booking

Walk-ins OKWalk-ins Welcome

Reservations Rec.Reservations Recommended

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your visit

Yes, Bubala King's Cross absolutely welcomes dogs both inside the restaurant and in the outdoor seating area. The team are genuinely dog-friendly and many customers bring their four-legged companions. It's worth mentioning you're bringing your dog when booking to ensure the best seating arrangement, particularly if you'd prefer a specific area.

Bubala King's Cross serves Middle Eastern vegetarian cuisine with creative plant-based mezze and sharing plates. The menu features dishes like hummus with burnt butter, baba ganoush, falafel, wood-fired vegetables, and spanakopita borek. All dishes are vegan unless stated otherwise, with some vegetarian options containing dairy products like labneh and halloumi.

Bubala King's Cross is in the ££ price range, offering excellent value for the quality. The Bubala Knows Best set menu is £46 per person for a selection of mezze and mains, whilst the weekday lunch Mezze menu is £33 per person. Individual dishes range from £5-£17, with small plates like hummus at £8.50 and larger dishes like the onion squash at £17.

Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and weekends, though walk-ins are welcome and the team will do their best to accommodate you on a first-come, first-served basis. You can book through their website or OpenTable. For the best chance of getting a table, particularly with a dog, arriving around opening time (noon for lunch, 5pm for dinner) is your best option.

Bubala King's Cross is located at 1 Cadence Court, Lewis Cubitt Park in Coal Drops Yard, just a 5-minute walk from King's Cross St Pancras station. The restaurant is situated in the redeveloped Coal Drops Yard shopping and dining district, right next to Regent's Canal, making it perfect for combining a meal with a canal-side walk with your dog.

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