POI (reverted from incorrect station rename)

Old Spitalfields Market, London

Deliveroo UK

Vietnamese street-food specialist known for its 'Pho' noodle dishes

Pho Spitalfields

The whole menu is Gluten Free! First occasion where I could share with a friend who also had allergies. Delicious wings! Dishes full of hearty flavour! Generous portions! We got so excited we ordered too much! Excellent customer service! Highly recommended!

Amazing and delicious food. Visited this place during my stay in London and it was a life saver from the typical bland London/European food. The staff was friendly. We ordered Spicy Beef Brisket Pho, Pork Meatballs and Papaya Salad, each one of these dishes was absolutely yummy.

I ordered the beef brisket pho — tasty, but nothing standout. Not bad, just a bit skimpy on the beef. 🍲
The chicken salad is okay too. 🥗
The place is clean and the staff are nice.
If you’re craving pho and you’re nearby, it’s fine… just don’t expect anything extraordinary.

I really liked the food and the people who work here! Especially Lewis! Thank you so much! The service was so great would definitely visit again with my family as well🫶🫶

I haven’t had Pho this good since I last visited Vietnam. I’ve been in London for a month & this was the best meal I’ve had. Service is attentive & friendly. Quiet atmosphere allowed for a pleasant dining experience. Highly recommend.

Our chicken is Halal and cooked separately from other meat. Our chicken broth however is not always Halal, so if you order a chicken soup please ask for veggie stock.

Huong viet

I have eaten at a lot of Vietnamese places and this place is the best tasting one for me by far. Their soup broths are very clean tasting, clear and fresh with lots of depth, and all their dishes are cooked really well and full of flavour and served out very quickly. Plus I know that the food is always consistently good and as I stop there to grab lunch at work often so I know it’s not a one off experience. They have very good cocktails too. No oily spring rolls either.

Huong Viet in Shoreditch is a gem for anyone looking for authentic Vietnamese food that is fully halal. I recently visited for dinner and was impressed from start to finish. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming feel, and the service was attentive without being intrusive. Staff were friendly, happy to explain dishes, and made sure we were comfortable throughout the meal. A big shout-out to Agnieszka, who took care of us.

We ordered a wide selection of dishes to share, and every plate that arrived at the table was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. To start, the Wrapped Grilled Beef was a highlight. The beef was tender, perfectly marinated, and wrapped in a way that made it easy to enjoy without losing the flavors. The Hoi An Pancake came out crisp and golden, with a generous filling that paired nicely with the dipping sauce. This dish stood out for its texture, with a light crunch giving way to a soft and tasty inside.

The Salt and Pepper Prawns were another standout starter. Cooked just right, they had a satisfying bite with a balance of spice and seasoning that made them addictive. The Crispy Combo Platter was ideal for sharing, offering a mix of items that gave us the chance to try different flavors and textures in one dish. This is a good option if you are visiting for the first time and want to sample a variety of what the restaurant has to offer.

For mains, we went for the Chicken Nutty Curry, which was rich, creamy, and aromatic. The sauce was thick and flavorful, making it perfect to eat with the accompanying Steamed Rice. The curry had just the right amount of spice, keeping it balanced without overwhelming the other flavors. The Singapore Noodles were also delicious, with a generous portion size and well-balanced seasoning. The noodles had that slight smoky flavor that comes from a hot wok, which added depth to the dish.

To drink, we tried the refreshing mocktails such as Passion Kiss and Pretty Lychee, both refreshing and not overly sweet. They were a nice complement to the savory dishes and offered a change from the usual soft drinks.

To finish, we had the Mango Sago, which was the perfect dessert after a filling meal. It was light, creamy, and refreshing, with a natural sweetness from the mango that didn’t feel heavy. It left us satisfied without being too much.

Overall, the dining experience at Huong Viet was excellent. The food was authentic, fresh, and clearly made with care. The fact that the restaurant is fully halal makes it a fantastic option for groups and families who want to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine together. The service charge was fair considering the attentive service, and the overall bill reflected the quality and quantity of what we ordered.

I would highly recommend Huong Viet to anyone looking for Vietnamese food in Shoreditch. It’s a place worth visiting, whether you’re after a casual meal or a special night out.

Highly recommend!!
Everything we ate was so delicious!
The service was very good as well.
We just visited Vietnam and the food in this restaurant was even better from the origin

Authentic Vietnamese restaurant, in Shoreditch on the edge of The City (Financial District).

Good selection of traditional dishes on the menu. I chose Vietnamese Spring rolls, filled with chicken and beef and steak Pho, for main course.

The food was delicious and very reasonably priced, and brought back fond memories of my recent visit to Vietnam.

Definitely one to try. I will be returning again to repeat the experience!

I came here after an apartment viewing because it was reviewed as one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in east london. 3 stars might be a bit rough as nothing was objectively bad. The service was nice, vibes were calm, and food was average. I just think it was over priced for what it was compared to other restaurants around london that I’ve enjoyed more.

I ordered the bun with veggie spring rolls and prawn toast. The spring roll was crispy and full of flavor. However the sauce and the bowl lacked depth of flavor and ingredients. Apart from the spring rolls I felt like I could have made this at home. The prawn toast was good, however the way the bread was cut made it feel like it was more bread than anything. And it came with not enough sauce to my liking.

The service was really nice; they came quickly to take my order and I didn’t have to wait too long to ask for the bill. There was a nice warmth about the staff that made the experience quite nice. The lime mint water was a really nice touch. If my meal had been £20 instead of £25 I would have given 4 stars. Or 5 for more elevated ingredients.

I’d already taken a few bites in the picture.

We have Halal options available. Ask a member of staff for details.

Huong Viet

American, gourmet food concept inspired by a true love for eggs

Eggslut Shoreditch

I happened to visit this place after reading a lot of positive reviews and I must admit they didn't prove those reviews wrong. I was immensely impressed with the quality of dishes they serve out to customers. Richmond was the waiter and he was super sweet, quick and passionate. The ambience is also well close to a cozy morning breakfast café. The dishes I ordered were the sausage egg and cheese sandwich with added bacon and the egg salad sandwich. Both these dishes slammed the ball out of the park. The quality of the brioche buns, the way they cooked and seasoned the eggs along with the meat is absolutely worth savouring. A bit expensive but the flavour of the plated dishes spoke louder. Nonetheless, if they increase their prices more than their prevailing prices, it will be an event of jeopardy. In a gist, I would definitely visit them quite often as I'm an egg lover and this place, if maintains it's standard, pricing and quality of cooking and serving good egg sandwiches, is a paradise for egg lovers.

This was a lovely place, highly recommended! Honestly, had the pork Romesco and it was fresh, good - honestly want to have it again.
Chef - Jirina, was so welcoming and jolly. Go to the Shoreditch Branch!
Will definitely be back.

The food was amazing…the staffs were all amazing a huge shoutout to Jirina who looked after us as well as Aneesah she was wonderful.

I would likely recommend this to my friends and family as it’s an amazing place to grab a bite of to from.

Delicious breakfast rolls and the French toast sticks are something else! Get the BEC and add a turkey sausage. Great service too from very friendly staff.

I had a smoked salmon and scrambled eggs sandwich. The bun is brioche so it tasted delicious and the eggs were also cooked well. The food was simple but I believe it was prepared well so it did taste quite good.

I will say that the prices are a bit silly because 15 pounds is excessive for eggs, smoked salmon and bread.. like I thought the food was going to be a little more innovative considering the cost! Buy I know prices in London are just generally high anyway so that’s just something you have to accept. This brunch food is probably a lot healthier than having fast food though - the ingredients were simple but high quality. The service was also good!

Overall, I’d recommend it if you’re looking for a low key brunch option. To be fair, the food is also a lot better than sandwiches you get from cheaper cafes like Costa and it’s made fresh etc.

Our beef bacon, wagyu beef and turkey sausage are halal available at all stores!

Eggslut

JustEat UK

UberEats UK

Authentic, traditional street food of India

Indi-go Rasoi Old Spitalfields Market

This Indian eatery missed the mark on several points. A friendly staff member took the initial order, then a manager stepped in – both provided good service. The issue began when I was offered a bag and said yes, without being told it would cost 50p for a flimsy paper bag that isn’t reusable.

The food was disappointing. The butter chicken was tough and dry, the potatoes undercooked. Only the rice and green beans were worth eating.

The layout is pleasant, with plenty of seating, but that alone doesn’t make up for the poor food quality.

The food here is full of flavor and served fresh! The presentation was neat, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. Loved the balance of spices — just the right kick without being overwhelming. Definitely a place I’d come back to for a cozy and tasty meal.

I cam from Belfast, I had breakfast here and came back for lunch too! price to quality and portion value is good! Masala chae was ON SPOT!!! Generous portions!

This place always seems nice and quiet so popped in and got friendly faces and Chilli Chicken and rice. Came to £13.95 which is bit steep and upon eating, realised Chicken was good but not enough of it. Needed a lot more.

Charging £14 for mainly rice is not really on and doubt I will be going back. They were pushing drinks and naans too. Seem to pounce on those who do step in. Still a bit hungry which I shouldn't be after spending that much.

Overpriced I think. And bit underwhelming.

I was initially attracted by the appealing menu and the interesting format of the dishes. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially for a first-time visitor, which made a good first impression. Unfortunately, the food itself was mediocre at best — the overcooked vegetables made the meal look like a school dinner from the 1970s.

What surprised me even more was the cost. For two meals, two soft drinks, and one naan, the bill came to £37. That’s extremely poor value for a simple lunch. Despite the pleasant service, I won’t be returning.

All meat on our menu is Halal. No pork or alcohol served.

Indi-Go Rasoi

Anokha London

I had such a fun and pleasant experience at Anokha London! The atmosphere was lovely and welcoming from the moment we arrived. Our servers, Mus and Sam, were absolutely amazing so friendly, attentive, and professional. The manager and the whole team created such a warm and enjoyable environment for me and my friend. We truly had a wonderful time and can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend!🥳🥳

I recently visited Anoka London, and it truly impressed me! The restaurant has such an authentic and cultural vibe — very aesthetic, elegant, and full of character.

I tried their Pina Colada, which instantly became my favorite drink of the night, along with a prawn dish that was simply delicious. The flavors were rich and perfectly balanced, showcasing genuine Indian culinary artistry.

Nestled right in the heart of London, Anoka feels like a hidden gem — a bit tucked away, but absolutely worth finding. The ambience, quality, and service were all top-notch, and the pricing was surprisingly reasonable for such a sophisticated experience.

Highly recommend visiting Anoka if you’re looking for an authentic Indian dining experience that blends taste, culture, and class. 🌸✨

Hidden Gem in the Heart of London!
Anoka London is truly a hidden gem tucked away in the city centre — a bit hard to find at first, but absolutely worth it once you step inside. The atmosphere is stunning, with elegant aesthetic vibes and a warm, welcoming feel. The aroma of the food alone sets the tone for what’s to come — every dish is rich in flavour and beautifully presented. Despite the high-end setting, the prices are surprisingly reasonable and budget-friendly. Definitely a must-try spot for anyone looking for a classy yet affordable dining experience in London!

At Anokha Indiano, I was greeted with great hospitality by Munn, which made the whole visit even more enjoyable. The food is outstanding, with perfectly balanced spices and dishes prepared with real care. A perfect blend of service, quality, and flavour, highly recommended for anyone who wishes to experience the very best of Indian cuisine.

We tried so many dishes here, and honestly, everything was delicious. Probably some of the best Indian food I’ve had in London. The flavours were amazing, the staff were super friendly, and the place had such a nice vibe. Definitely worth a visit if you love good Indian food.

Anokha

PocketSquare Skyline Bar & Terrace

We had drinks and my martini was perfect. Music was house techno and a little loud however cool. The views are gorgeous. Staff was nice. Had a high top and just soaked up the atmosphere and London lights at night. Service charge of 12.5 is added which for drinks might be a little high. It was a wonderful time and only an elevator from my room on the 8th floor

The decor is elegant and matches the nice view! The cocktails are surprising but expansive, as the food. Service is great, the staff is nice!

Very friendly staff and amazing atmosphere. The bar food is good. The view from there is amazing.
The only thing I would spot is that we reserved a table outside because they guaranteed there would be blankets available. When we asked for a blanket they said they did not have any available.
Luckily, it was not Crowded and we could move to a table inside.

Anyway, I would definitely recommend this bar and for sure I would be back. Lovely experience.

How convient is that the next venue is just an elevator away ? This was brilliant, didn't need to worry about ordering an Uber, or do citymapping for the direction to the next place.
The first impression is the view and the view is brilliant. Having work in the area for a few year, I would never imagine the view this bar have.

It's a small bar / lounge place so capacitywise it's limited and to be safe book a reservation.
Outdoor seating is minimal but again book in advance.

Being so close to Brick Lane I guess the art inspired design is a homage to the area.  It's trendy, arty and the drinks are good but are bit....

Love that they have a dj playing some house lounge-type music.

Service and the staff were good but the bar was busy so felt sorry for the waiter running around taking orders and serving drinks.

Nice hidden gem in east London! Really cool terrace bar.

Friendly service and very good cocktails.

Went on a sat eve, and a dj playing nice chilled music.

Very cool space, will come back

The food at the bar isn’t halal. However, you can able to pre order ahead of their booking and we can arrange it. A week's notice is sufficient.

PocketSquare

Yuriko

Such a hidden gem, have been coming 7 years. The ladies cook everything straight up fresh and it never disappoints.
This time smashed them oh me khao swe (If you like Khao Soi in Thailand - that dish is derived from this Burmese dish!!!).
The batter on the prawn tempura is fresh and perfect as ever
The tofu starter
Also the sweet and sour chicken

Just such a gem - support this business and tip the ladies please! Their food is unreal

Had this place saved on google maps to try and I finally did and I’m glad to say the food was tasty, filling, flavourful and had reasonable pricing too.

Was craving a hearty rice dish when we stumbled upon this place. Loved the food. The kung pao chicken was crispy and spicy. Rasheeda was the only one serving us during a Sunday evening. Props to her for her wonderful service and food!

We wanted something Asian and hot. This place looks good and walked in. Generous portion so good for the hungry. 😊 tastes authentically Asian too. Love that the food is cooked when ordered. A bit of a wait but it is freshly cooked. ❤️

I really recommend coming here to eat! The service was good and the food was amazing! I had the stir fried chicken chow mein and my sister had the tofu steak bento, and they were both so good!

Great British burgers and homemade rosemary chips

@londonfoodee's review of Honest Burgers Spitalfields on Instagram

Honest Burgers Spitalfields

The place, part of a well-known chain, suffers from its rather small size and, coupled with company that wasn’t exactly chatty, made the experience fall short of expectations. My sandwich was overly seasoned and salty. On the other hand, the burger — ordered medium — wasn’t as juicy or tasty as usual. Am I wrong, or have the portions got smaller?

I’m not usually a huge burger lover.. but this was actually REALLY good! I had the chicken pesto burger and it was delicious. My husband also loved his beef burger and our friend loved the vegetarian option. Definitely a new favorite burger place in London - we even ended up going to one of the locations twice on our trip!

The only negative is that it gets quite loud in there, so in the end we were practically yelling to each other at the table.

But the food was great and we had the sweetest server :)

Really enjoyed my visit to Honest Burgers – Spitalfields (12 Widegate St, London E1 7HP). The Buffalo chicken burger was tasty, and the free onion rings from the app were a nice touch. Jack was great—friendly and attentive. Glad to know their chicken is halal. Will come again.

The place is cozy. It suffers a bit from being so small, so table options can get limited depending on how busy it is. The food however was great. The seasoning and cook on the burger was awesome.

Excellent. The staff was very helpful with my needs. Being gluten-free and vegan with multiple allergies makes it difficult to find a burger, but I finally managed to enjoy a good burger at this honest burger branch. They even went out of their way to show me the burger bun label, which most restaurants fail to do.

All of the chicken in our restaurants is halal. If you would like to see our supplier’s halal certificate please ask your server when you arrive. Halal products are stored separately with strict processes in place to stop cross-contamination. Halal chicken items are handled with separate utensils and gloves. Fried halal chicken burgers and wings do not share fryers with any non-halal items. Grilled halal chicken breast burgers are cooked on a reserved area of the grill separated by a grill divider. We do not offer halal beef at any of our restaurants.

12 of our restaurants (full list below) offer a halal Buffalo fried chicken burger. We will be rolling this out to more restaurants in the near future so watch this space. You can find our Buffalo fried chicken burger at Bank, Cardiff, Finsbury Park, Liverpool St, Manchester, Portobello, Reading, South Kensington, Spitalfields, St Katherine Docks, Tooting and Watford.

Honest Burgers

Truffle Burger | Liverpool Street

Friendly service but the Truffle burger is a bit of a miss. The bacon is ground with the beef, which makes the patty appear pink and the concept didn’t 100% work. Unless you’re a fan of Truffle oil, i would personally avoid the truffle chips and get the regular ones.

Small place, original, young, a typical burger heaven. Very friendly staff. The truffle burger was perfectly cooked, and had the ultimate quantity of truffle, especially for an ingredient that can quickly become overwhelming. Fries with truffle cheese were very delicious. I definitely recommend it here.

The burgers here are absolutely delightful! I went the first time on the day they opened and they were giving away free burgers. I paid £9.50 for the burger the second time. Tastes significantly better than the nearby Five Guys. I feel bad for the restaurant because, as a new establishment, they haven't been able to attract a large number of customers. Come on in and give it a try! Burgers are tasty; however, they are a little pricey.

Truffle Burger | Liverpool Street easily in my top 3 best burgers of all time. The guys were amazing and friendly. Chef cooked the burgers perfectly, not overcooked. Chicken burgers can be easily dry but, they cooked it beautiful. Never had such a crispy, and still juicy on the inside, chicken burger. Definitely got to get the truffle + parmesan fries. Also, DOUBLE-UP! I keep forgetting you can when I go there. Haha!

Amazing burgers! We went there for lunch and the staff was so nice, the burgers were great, the price was good. Everything is freshly made and you can see as they put your burger together. The truffle is not overwhelming, which is perfect.

Our chicken and beef is Halal. The beef is cooked on the same grill as the bacon. The chicken is cooked separately.

Truffle Burger

Honest Burgers 😍 now serve halal chicken across all of their sites! They have just been certified by @halalfriendlylist_ , our new halal certification which provides a thorough breakdown of a restaurants halal status for ALL sects to use! 🥳 We felt that there was a huge gap in certifying partially halal venues, so we created this certification to provide you with confidence that what you are eating is actually halal!🙏🏼 we tried @honestburgers pesto grilled chicken burger & their buffalo fried chicken burger- both were delicious and we especially loved the pesto 🍔 they also serve crispy chicken wings which go great with their chipotle mayo 🍗 for sides, you have to get their signature rosemary fries (included with any burger) & their onion rings which are the best you can find in any restaurant 🧅 p.s. make sure you try their lemonade too 🍋 #halalfriendlylist #halalfoodlondon #honestburgers
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🍴: Check our more info about their halal status at www.halalfriendlylist.com/honestburgers (link in bio)
📍: 43 branches around the UK
💷: Prices around £13 per person for a burger + fries
🕌: Nearest place to pray for each branch listed on www.halalfriendlylist.com/honestburgers
⭐️: All restaurants have simple decor and are nice places to sit

@halalfoodlondon's review of Honest Burgers Liverpool Street on Instagram

@HonestBurgers ups the #halal burger game with some outstanding burgers & more.

#FtLion was one of the first to report the exciting news earlier this year of 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 having introduced Halal chicken across all their branches.

Feed The Lion's review of Honest Burgers Liverpool Street on Instagram

Honest Smash + Grab Liverpool St

For a fast food burger franchise, these are really nice burgers. Of course, if you want a restaurant experience, this is not it. But as an alternative to other Fast Good Chains this is great. Ordering is easy via screens or at the counter. There is some seating upstairs and a lot more downstairs. The toilets were clean.

The burgers are very juicy and filling. The fries with rosemary where so good. There is ketchup and mayo as much as you want for free, but do try the chipotle mayo. You can also refill your drink if you want. The chicken tenders were so soft and also crunchy. We went here twice during our holiday for a quick bite and it was good both times. Prices are decent for being right next to Liverpool Street Station.

It is great being able to pick up Honest Burger as fast food - I was served within 5 minutes of ordering. The staff were helpful and very kind. The place is kept clean. I paid £11.25 for a refillable drink, single patty smash burger and rosemary fries. The only downside was the burger was not as hot as the fries which were fresh out of the fryer.

I've heard a lot about this franchise.
Wanted to see what the fuss was about.
Upon entering its quite dark, with a red glowing appearance.

Super clean, I was impressed. Tables were spotless and no sign of rubbish anywhere!
Ordered a few meals and they were ready in around 15 minutes.

Packaging focused on recycling, which I can appreciate.

My tribute burger was average, thus the reason I gave three stars. I found it quite oily, the patty had some harder pieces which I could taste throughout the burger. It was medium well and that's how I like it.

Fries were fresh, I'm not a big fan of rosemary on fries, so that's a personal preference.

On a whole I would say the beef has room for improvement. I have had better quality beef patties for less.

The chicken tenders were a force to be reckoned with! Juicy meat with a crunchy outer skin.

Tried this place for lunch and really liked it. The Hot Bun burger was great, not greasy at all, and the shoestring fries inside were super crunchy, which made it even better. Service was fast and the place felt clean. Definitely I’ll go back.

The Smash & Go concept is exactly what Honest had been missing. Sometimes all you need is a moment of comfort between places, and their chicken burger delivers it every time. Honest remains a constant in a city that’s always moving.

Unpretentious Japanese eatery tucked away in an Aldgate side-street

SUSHINOEN

My Family came here in August as part of our trip to London, and it was one of our favorite food stops from the entire trip!

First of all, the menu was expensive and full of amazing options, and not one thing that we ordered was bad. We loved them all, and we all took bites of each other’s. The sushi rolls were fun and we found them delicious! There was delicious teriyaki as well, and many other options. We really loved this food. The chef is amazing and there was not one “miss”.

Second of all, the service was speedy and efficient, and our server was extremely helpful, sweet, and quick. Our food did not take long at all, and we never felt forgotten or overlooked.

And third of all… the ambience and atmosphere was perfect! The restaurant is very spacious with many options for seating, ranging from indoor seating to outdoor seating. We sat on the outdoor patio and we’re so happy with this choice! It was absolutely beautiful, and especially when the weather was nice, we thought that this was the perfect addition to an already amazing dinner.

I could not recommend this restaurant enough! It’s the perfect little addition to the Whitechapel district and we were even able to get in and out fairly quickly, while still having a lovely experience.

Absolutely phenomenal food!

The best Sukiyaki I’ve had in London, and we’ve been to Asia we know what good Sukiyaki taste like and the one they serve here was so rich and full of flavour amazing portion and quality!

The sushi was very tasty and fresh and the whole experience from the staff to being there and having their food was soso nice - they are so polite and accommodating a wonderful experience 10/10 we will go again!

Had the Sushinoen Special Bento and was very tasty, sushi was fresh and the tempura was a great portion, black cod was delicate and tasty, tuna tataki was also delightful.  Will be back again. However some music would of been nice as we were on the first floor.

As a Japanese, I was impressed by the quality of the food as well as the interior design! Really beautiful restaurant with so many staple Japanese food options😍 all the servers are so lovely, especially Haruki-san! We got some tempura, karaage for starters and makis for the main. The volcano maki and aldgate roll were their highest recommendation and did not disappoint! Their matcha crepe cake was insane! Best I’ve had outside Japan! Also get the Kirin beer on tap, it’s so good! Highly recommend this place 😍

We had a lovely experience at Sushinoen — friendly service and nice decor. We’d definitely recommend sticking with the Japanese dishes, as the bulgogi was a bit lacklustre and could use more flavour. The Sushinoen bento box was our favourite, and the kids loved the karaage chicken!

Would definitely recommend the matcha latte, it was delicious 😋

FYI - The black sesame crepe dessert needs some adjustment. Not very enjoyable and no one in the group was keen on it.

Our chicken is Halal apart from chicken dumplings. However please contact the restaurant to confirm upon booking.

Sushinoen

Patty&Bun Liverpool Street

Crazy to say, but this was the second best burger (incl. fries) that I ever had. Great flair, nice music but not too loud, and some really delicious Burgers - Medium if you want. The fries with chili are insane.

Placed a delivery order and was pleasantly surprised! The salty chips were incredible—just like fries back in the States. The truffle dipping sauce and chicken sandwich were definite highlights. The burger was decent, though not as memorable. Overall, it was a great, quick dinner—especially after striking out at a few places not serving food on a Monday.

Our server was Jasmine, and she was the kindest person we met during our trip in the UK. The food was absolutely delicious as well. We would love to visit again if we have more time!! Thanks jasmine ☺️❤️

Me and my Boyfriend had a lovely meal here on the off chance being hungry and wanting something filling. We were greeted by a lovely host named Jasmine who was very knowledgeable about the menu and got us seated quickly. My only hiccup was that the seats were a little uncomfy after a while but maybe that’s just my taste! We will come again thank you Jasmine and all of the team :)

The burgers on bang on ! That service is quick and the drinks are perfect. Only thing that's upsetting is wasn't hungry enough to eat 2 burgers but I'll he coming back to give that a go as soon as I can

Our lamb and chicken is Halal at all locations. Our beef is Halal at Kingly and James St.

Patty&Bun

Baraka London

The food was delicious and tender. We enjoyed it and it was tasty and the waiters were very welcoming. The atmosphere of the place was fantastic with lovely outdoor setting.
My experience with Turkish restaurants is that the portions are large; this wasn’t as large.
Also, no bread was brought while awaiting the mains.

Came for our birthday celebration lunch and I couldn’t have asked for more. Amazing service, food, drinks and ambience. The restaurant was beautiful and all staff welcoming and hospitable. Thank you to our wonderful waiter for looking after us so well. Fantastic dining experience!

Pretty good Turkish food. The Centik special was a generous portion and had plenty of flavour. Probably more than I could eat. The tomato juice was quite watery.
Service was prompt and efficient. Both the quietest venue so it was hard to hear across a large table.

A lovely restaurant with even lovelier food and staff! The manager and waiters were all friendly and welcoming and the food was delicious. We got the Goats Cheese with salad as a starter which was delicious, for our mains we got the Baraka Special and the Yogortlu Kofte which were both flavourful and perfectly cooked, and finished with a Baklava for dessert. The atmosphere was great - the perfect place for a business lunch or a quiet date. Looking forward to my next visit!

I highly recommended the chicken eskinder or whatever it’s called in the grills section. It was absolutely amazing with great outdoor seating, and a fantastic atmosphere, topped with delicious food provided by excellent customer service!!!

Although i assumed lemonade drink would be a fresh lemonade but it was actually just a bottle of sprite with a lemon slice - quite disappointing. Otherwise i would give 5 stars!! Either rename lemonade to sprite or get in a proper lemonade.

All meat served here is halal. No pork but alcohol present.

Baraka

BoB Burgers | Shoreditch

Great burgers. It's in LaLaLand which is only partially open at lunchtime through the winter. Staff are really friends. The cheeseburger is excellent, the spicy fries are tasty and the Szechuan pepper on them is lip numbing.

Incredible burger and the Szechuan fries are insane. Double up on the burger and make sure to get the honey chilli sauce for the best experience. We’ll be back again (and again, and again)

One of the best burgers I’ve ever had!! Amazing quality ingredients, super tasty and a great spot to hang out!! Love the branding too!

This is one hell of a burger! If you are on your search for honestly one of the best burgers in London, then look no further!! The best quality meat that you can find on the market today, paired with some amazing grilled AND pickled onions, american cheese and house made burger sauce what more could you ask for?! Will be back again very soon

More a 4.5... Really good juicy burger. The meat itself was a little on the bland side for my taste and could have maybe used a slightly larger bun for the filling that kept pouring out.
Got on £5 burger Thursday deal in January and so was excellent value. Though £14 for a double without chips is just a little too pricy.
Still that's becoming the top end of standard now so if you don't mind that, then you could do far far worse than going here for a bite.

Bill or Beak

Charista

Went for a quick lunch on a Thursday. It was quiet and really relaxing. The food comes in small plates. For the three of us we ordered two starters and two mains. Good size portions. Flavourful dishes. Especially the chicken byriani. Lovely staff. They don’t serve alcohol.

15/05/25 Combination review from myself and my mother;

Mum -
Food: Lamb Kati roll was absolutely delicious.
Chilli paneer had a great kick to it.
Mango milk cake just delightful.

Service: Two very polite gentlemen serving. All round a perfect experience.  5*

Me -
Food was delightful, absolutely delicious food. I would say portions are small, not a place to go to fill up

Lamb Kati rolls (£7.95) are great, I could eat two easily, but was saving space for cake. The chilli paneer (£7.95) was delicious, of the best paneer I've had - not squeaky or chewy and with a thick chilli sauce opposed to a sticky sweet chilli you'd find elsewhere.

Cakes are made on the day, we stopped for lunch and some were not available which was unfortunate as they were being made later so that is something to keep in mind. The mango milk cake, Dhooder cake, (£6.95) was perfectly balanced, but I would have preferred the coconut or pistachio - so will have to come back if we are in the area.

Very polite service, apologetic about not having cake and quick with the food. There's lovely music playing for a relaxed atmosphere totally opposite to the busy road outside.

Not wheelchair accessible, has several stairs on the way up. The chairs and tables are at a slightly odd height, with the table being a bit low for the taller person.

We went today, got the jhalmuri, fuchka, chilli paneer, tamarind sharbat and charista special chai. The food wasn't mind-blowing but it was alright. The atmosphere is cute and cosy. Unfortunately although the name is charista, we both found the cha to be the most disappointing part - seemed to be a bit lacking in flavour.

I would have forgotten to mention if I hadn't seen another review but a more thorough clean of the tables would be better as ours was slightly sticky.

stumbled upon this spot because the wait at dishoom was too long, and i’m so glad I did. Came in for some chai and kati egg roll - incredible. the ambiance is really nice and calm.

Honestly one of the best meals I’ve had in London. The food was packed with flavor and you can tell it’s made with real care. Everything tasted amazing — proper comfort food. The owner is super lovely too, and the pistachio shake was next level! Just such a gem of a Bengali spot. Can’t wait to go back.

Fen Noodles

In the centre of Spitalfields, this stall has 2 screens for ordering so service is fast. I ordered the aubergine bang bang noodles (vegan) as a set menu which came wuth crispy wonton wrappers. You could see the noodles being made fresh and my order was ready in less than 5 minutes. For £10 I got a good amount of food which tasted delicious. Some of the aubergine was a little bit firm but still tasty.

The set menu $10 spicy dry noodles and beef skewers not bad value. Lots of chicken and the noodles were chewy like Udon. Lots of chilli oil thou. The beef skewers were good. Tiny bit chewy but not fatty.

Don’t remember exactly what I got , however the flavours in this is immaculate! Super tasty and scrumptious. Very filling too! Definitely recommend adding chilli oil cuz it gives it the perfect amount of spice to it.

the food was delicious!!!! surprisingly, to me the noodles were the best part. perfectly chewy (qq). I had set menu one and think it was a great deal (10 pounds for half portion of spicy chicken dry mix noodles + two beef skewers.) thanks for the food!

Delicious noodles!! Never tried such thick, beautiful noodles before. Defo worth stopping by and trying them. Great selection to pick from too

The chicken is halal but just the spicy fry mix chicken NOT the chicken soup.

Casa do Frango | Shoreditch

Casa do Franco It's a fantastic choice if you are around Shoreditch. We discovered it last weekend and were truly impressed. The food was perfectly cooked, well-balanced, and beautifully prepared, and the service was outstanding. Olga, the manager, was incredibly welcoming, and we honestly have no reason not to return. It's a prime example of high-quality customer service, and as I mentioned, the food is exceptional. We can't wait to go back! And the natas—oh my, those natas are absolutely to die for.

We came for dinner on Saturday night and the overall experience was fun and positive. Between the three of us, we shared the bread with couvert, two piri piri half chicken (juicy and can't go wrong), pork croquettes (good), grilled chorizo (small portion but tasty), casa rice, salad and chips (all great accompaniments with the chicken). My vegetarian friend spoke highly of the vegetable feijoada and charred cauliflower. We also shared the pastel de nata and creme brulee (both were tasty). The drinks (cocktails, sparkling wine and white wine) were good too. The service was very friendly and attentive.

Enjoyed our lunch. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere with good heat lamps for the outside tables. The food was tasty! Vegetarian options available. The servers were all extremely nice and friendly, but it was quite disorganized. We often had to repeat our orders multiple times to different servers to get them, even simple orders like beer. Also we had to wait quite a while for our table even though we had booked in advance. Hopefully as London gets back to normal they find their rhythm in this new pace.

The host was great. He ensured that everything was perfectly catered for, and he topped up our food as we had booked as a large group. I’m sure they even stayed past closing time for us which was a nice gesture as we were having a great time. The food and drinks were great and we will return!

Reserved a table beforehand and was taken to our table upon arrival.

For starters, we ordered a range of dishes including prawns, sourdough, cauliflower and bacalhau.

The prawns tasted nice, which was drenched with a lovely sauce. The sourdough basket was warm and tasted great. The cauliflower was unexpectedly a great dish with its accompanied sauces. The bacalhau tasted fresh and authentic, although were a little small.

On to the mains and it has to be the chicken. We got a few portions of the standard spice as well as lemon and herb and the spicy. Really enjoyed the flavours of all of them. They tasted excellent, well cooked. The accompanied sauces along with the chips (although were a little too salty for me) gave the meal a really fantastic taste - thoroughly enjoyable.

Would recommend for any type of group visiting, friends, family, couple. Can’t wait to go back and have some more chicken.

Our chicken is Halal but we do not operate a fully Halal kitchen, as we use ingredients such as pork and alcohol in other dishes.

Casa do Frango

Satay Street Café

Such a cute place to enjoy authentic Thai food. The owner and their chef are Thai. Their Signature Bao Bun Chicken Satay & Beef Massaman, Pad Thai with prawns are my favourite.  Bao bun is quite similar to steamed pork in Vietnam cuisine with meat and satay sauce inside. crispy, tender chicken, and a creamy satay sauce. They have 2 locations: 1 food stall in Petticoat Lane and the other is this cafe restaurant. Highly recommend!!

If you're looking for spice and great food this is the place! Bar height seating inside and a few cafe style tables outside. The interior is a bit lacking, better to take away or eat out front. Stir-fry with chili and basil is SO good, you can control the spice level. Chicken Satay is good however a bit too sweet for my taste. They do not have Thai Iced Tea. The staff is very nice. Highly recommended.

Reasonable price. The Best tofu Satay in town. The peanut sauce was so AMAZING & JUICY serving with rice & pickle salad on side. The chicken Satay wrap was also super delicious!
We really enjoy our lunch break :))) Highly recommended!!!

Classic food, good ingredients. A small menu but all options are well served. Great place to lunch or get a meal on the run. Glad to have found it. Will be here more often. About 10- 15ppl can sit inside.

One of the best lunch spots for a hearty and delicious satay chicken and rice! Always go for the large even though the standard portion is pretty hefty. The pickles are amazing and the rice is always perfectly cooked. I get it at least once a week and the staff are always friendly! Highly recommended!

All chicken on our menu is Halal. We do not serve pork or alcohol.

Satay Street

Island Poké Shoreditch

Great customer service — Wahiba guided me through choosing ingredients for a perfect level of spice in my bowl. Bowl was great, i’ll be back for more lunches in the future!

My first time of trying a poke bowl. Server Arjun was superb and explained all the options with patience and even made great recommendations on toppings and sauces. Hard working staff and lovely food. Arjun has converted me to a poke fan!

I love this place! The food was in great portion and the combination was perfect
Highly recommend the California salmon, the seasoning and sauce pairing were phenomenal 🤩
Salmon was fresh and delicious
The staff was really nice and friendly💕

Absolutely loved the service provided by Raj! I will definitely be returning, thank you much

The food was delicious as always. Hayleigh was very helpful, she went through the different options for me and even took our food to the table! As a visually impaired person  I really appreciate her support and customer service. Thank you.

Island Poke

Delicious Pho

Stumbled across this gem on a random evening. We didn’t intend to dine in however the aroma caught up  to us we simply couldn’t resist lol Tried 4 various bowl all served  deliciously fresh. Will highly recommend anyone to try short ribs set x

Excellent food, very delicious and authentic. We had a Kids Pad Thai too and it was a bit pricey including a drink £12 but I have to say it was plenty. Chicken wings with fish sauce super tasty too as well as the Papaya salad. Overall a great experience

Located on the way to Spitalfields Market, this Vietnamese pho restaurant is run by Vietnamese people. I stumbled upon this place by chance, and it boasts a unique taste and generous portions. The brisket pho tasted reminiscent of Korea’s Seolleongtang. The noodles are chewy, the portions are large, and there’s a lot of brisket! The curry is also very delicious, though there could have been a bit more rice compared to the curry. Overall, everything is great! If you’re craving a hot, comforting broth or longing for Seolleongtang, I highly recommend this place!

A True Bubble Tea Haven!
I absolutely love this place! The drinks are always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The tapioca pearls are chewy and delightful, and they offer such a variety of toppings and flavors that there’s something for everyone.

The ambiance of the shop is cozy and inviting, making it a great spot to relax or catch up with friends. The staff are friendly and helpful, always ready to recommend their favorites.

If you’re a bubble tea lover or even just curious to try, this shop is a must-visit! Every sip is a little moment of happiness.

This is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant (also have some Thai dishes) great portion and very delicious - and I strongly recommend it they also have gluten-free menu and a lot of options available too.

At the moment, most of our chicken dishes are halal, aside from the chicken wings.
This past couple of weeks, everything's been complicated and we've been having issues with the supplier. Once all is settled, we'll post an update here.

Lebanese and Middle Eastern restaurants in London and the UK. Our menu has healthy & fresh Lebanese food with great vegan/vegetarian options.

Comptoir Libanais Liverpool Street

Really good food! There is a great selection of tapas and main courses, aswell as veg options like the aubergine tagine which was delicious. The servers are kind and its a really beautiful place to eat. It was a little loud with the music but overall absolutely amazing.

Lovely atmosphere outside. Rose and mint tea not as good as previous visits but Priyanka kindly replaced with a new pot. Great food as always. 4 stars as tea not great.

Absolutely delicious Lebanese food! We tried the meze platter and the mixed grill — everything was full of flavor. The meat was juicy and perfectly seasoned, with spices that were rich but not overpowering. The baba ganoush and hummus were outstanding, and the pita was served in vertical slices, making it super easy to share. The atmosphere inside is lovely — bright, colorful, and full of Middle Eastern charm. Highly recommend!

PS service fee 12.5% is included JFYI

I was really impressed with my experience at this Lebanese food chain! Despite being a commercial chain, the service was quick and efficient, which I appreciated. The food was fresh, tasty, and packed with authentic flavors. Every dish, from the mezze to the main courses, was delicious and clearly made with care. The ambiance was a standout as well—there’s a great mix of modern vibes with touches of traditional Lebanese folk decor, creating a cool, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a casual meal without compromising on quality. Highly recommend for anyone craving tasty Lebanese food!

Visited on the 8th June for lunch with my son and his girlfriend. I was slightly dubious as I'd been to comptoir libanais at stansted airport for breakfast and it was shocking !!! However my son had previously been here. Wow how pleased was i to eat here. Absolutely amazing food and friendly staff and great service. Would love to return next time in London.

The meat in all of our restaurants comes from approved and certified halal suppliers. All our restaurants hold alcohol licenses.

Comptoir Libanais

The Munch

Oh my goodness this place is delicious. We had the veggie platter and the chicken doner and it very seriously hit the spot. Warm bread came out to start, and a huge plate followed of delicious food. Will 100% come back. Thanks Afzal for such friendly service !

This place was across the street from our hotel (One Hundred Shoreditch) and it did not disappoint. Greeted with a friendly staff and a warm smile by all. The lamb doner kebab was delicious and the cheesy fries were a great add. Def check this spot out if you’re in the area!

I really enjoyed my lunch stop at The Munch. My lamb doner wrap was fresh and extremely tasty, and it came out quickly. The place was spotless, and the staff were fun and helpful. A solid choice whether you want to sit down for a quick meal or take it to go — note, there's additional seating upstairs.

I visited The Munch today, and Afzal was working at the cash counter. He guided us very well and was extremely helpful throughout our visit. His behaviour was polite, professional, and genuinely welcoming.

We really appreciated the support he provided, and his excellent customer service made our experience much better. Afzal is truly an asset to your team.

Very nice to have a proper döner! Well seasoned and very succulent. The adana is nice too and portions are very good for the price point.
Staff are friendly and attentive. Lemon drink was nice although a little pricey imo.

PizzaExpress

Business meal for 150 GBP for 5 people. Good and tasty food, excellent service and able to talk without too much noise.
They have several dishes and even daily menu for 29 GBP with starter, main course and dessert.
Good, cheap and quick option.

Doughballs were very crisp on outside but still super soft inside which was great. Definitely recommend the raspberry cosmo cocktails doing the 2 for £12 offer currently available. As always used my gold membership rewards to get a great deal. Located around the corner from Liverpool Street station is very convenient.

Delicious pizza — thin crust, great ingredients, honestly even tastier than in Italy! The atmosphere is lovely, and the service is fast and friendly. The only thing — the name ‘Pizza Express’ doesn’t do it justice, it sounds too simple for such high-quality food!

I visited Pizza Express in Bishopsgate for the first time yesterday, and what an amazing experience it was! The food was fantastic, but what really stood out was the service. A lovely staff member, I believe her name was Alina or Elina, made our visit truly special. She was incredibly helpful, suggesting the perfect pizza sizes and options for sharing between two people. Her friendliness and attention made the meal even more enjoyable.

Highly recommend this place, and a special shout-out to Alina/Elina for making our first visit so memorable!

Service was quick and my waiter, Valdemar, was really friendly!! He showed me how to use the app to add a free side and helped with any other questions I had. Food was also yummy :)

PizzaExpress has used halal-slaughtered chicken for several years, but we have never been able to offer a finished dish that was Halal-certified, due to the presence of pork and other non-halal meats in our restaurants and as our kitchens do not operate halal procedures.

Whilst our previous suppliers provided halal slaughtered chicken, it was never our policy for that to be our only option. Since the launch of our Autumn Menu on the 21st September our chicken now comes from accredited suppliers that use both non-halal and halal slaughter methods, because we have recently increased our sourcing options on chicken to ensure continuity of supply during the current challenges within all supply chains.

Where halal slaughter is used, the animals are stunned before slaughter. All our meat suppliers are approved by the Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards, a globally renowned safety standard and, all comply with EU or local animal welfare regulations.

If asked our teams in restaurants are trained to provide customers with accurate menu and ingredient information. In addition, this information is available on the customer support section of our website.

Please be aware that none of our other meats are halal and we do not have any halal kitchens or restaurants.

Pizza Express

Slim Chickens

Absolutely love slims chicken. Never had a bad meal! The lotus milkshake omg. I love that you can go in order on the touch panel, pick up a number and get table service.

I was greeted by Ashley who was very positive and upbeat and guided me around the menu. The food and atmosphere was inclusive clean and friendly and I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience I would definitely call again👍

The server barely said anything to us. The chicken was perfectly and the chips were seasoned. Good music and the refillable drink is a bonus! Would come again!

cozy place if u wanna have a chicken meal for lunch or dinner
Chicken tenders were soft and crunchy
Wings are okay
Slim's sauce is the best
The bread is amazing with butter, herbs and garlic
The staff is so friendly
recommended place

Customer service was brilliant - the young man helped me choose my lunch and gave me his recommendations. The food arrived within 10-15 mins and was hot and fresh apart from the chips which seemed to have been cold. We bought the buttermilk tenders meal and a classic chicken sandwich. The hand spun strawberry milkshake was a 10/10

We serve chicken from a supplier certified as Halal by HFA.

Dishoom Shoreditch

This is a nice restaurant with very friendly staff. It seems to be quite popular, as it was really full and we had to make reservations a few days in advance. The food is good, however, the drinks and coffee were excellent. My friends ordered the chocolate pudding and really seemed to enjoy it. While the dishes aren’t quite as authentic as I expected—more tailored to the local community’s taste—I think it’s still worth experiencing for yourself. Overall, it’s a pretty okay restaurant.

Amazing food! Dishoom never disappoints!

We had the chicken ruby, makhmali paneer, rice and roomali roti - all of which were 10/10.

What made the night even better was the lovely waitress (who’s name we didn’t catch but she has dark curly hair and tattoos) saw it was one of our birthdays and gave a dessert (Basmati Kheer) on the house!! What was already a lovely day was brightened by this gesture!! Thank you!!!

*one of our party is coeliac and their GF options and accommodations are great :)

Best Indian restaurant ever in Shoreditch. We had to wait a bit outside and then inside, but it was fine since it was warm and we could enjoy some drinks. Totally worth it — the food was amazing and the staff were great. Also, the online payment option is super convenient!

I tried Indian food for the first time with my husband – a very special experience! Everything was different from what we know of Turkish or German cuisine, very flavoursome and interesting. Some dishes took a bit of getting used to, but we really enjoyed trying everything. The atmosphere was great, the staff very friendly and attentive, and we especially appreciated the dessert offered on the house. Definitely worth trying for anyone curious about Indian cuisine.

Wonderful food, venue and staff! We came with our 3 month old, was promptly seated with quick access to a baby change toilet. We had a great waitress who answered any questions we had, made recommendations and helped resolve a minor food 'issue' quickly. Plenty of staff on hand for all tables. Decor and vibe is lovely in here, chatted to other people on our long table too who were interested in the little one.

Food was excellent, as was the drink. We had a non alcoholic cocktail and a crumble sour, which was amazing! Sharing a photo of the food, it was all so excellent, you must try the chilli toast and any curry you fancy. Samosas are great too!

We paid and stayed at the table for a bit to feed the little one, no rush! The manager even helped fill our flask with boiling water before we left, which helped relax us for the next two hours before a feed was due.

Only minor downside would be I think north of £7 for a can of beer is extortionate.

Would come back again!

Our lamb and chicken is Halal. Alcohol is served. Bacon is served on our breakfast menu. Ask a member of staff for details.

Old Spitalfields Market, London

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