London West End

Bedford Hotel

Very impressed with this hotel, as a member of a local hotel chain. Never had a room at the front so can’t comment, but all hotels facing a London main road does tend to be noisy. Food , room ,  clean corridors and lifts, all of great quality for a stared hotel. Special mention to a charming and attentive young lady on reception and restaurant greeter . Alexandra.

Location is central. Breakfast was okay (get there early for best selection). Room was small but clean (a little stuffy and paper thin walls). Garden side was quiet. Staff (especially Deep and Alexandra) were responsive (and being able to check in early after a red eye was great).

Overall a decent choice given the price/quality/location.

Staff was friendly and helpful and requests were handled promptly. Room was clean and while it was on the smaller side (single room), it still had plenty of room to store luggage and iron clothes.

The only low point was the shower - low ceiling, low water pressure, and wildly fluctuating temperature control made it a pretty miserable experience.

Given the value for the location I would stay again for a short trip.

A Truly Wonderful Stay!

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this hotel, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, always ready to help with a smile. Their hospitality made me feel welcomed and at home from the moment I arrived. The hotel itself exudes warmth and charm, with beautifully designed interiors that reflect both comfort and coziness. My room was spacious, clean, and extremely comfortable. The overall atmosphere was peaceful and inviting, creating a perfect blend of luxury and coziness.The hotel's location is simply stunning, easy access to nearby attractions, making it the perfect spot for both relaxation and exploration.
I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable, beautiful, and welcoming place to stay. I will definitely be returning!

We had a nice stay here. Great location in the city centre close to public transport and at a bustling street which you, however, don’t hear at all when you close the window. It’s a bit noisy within the hotel though, so you might hear your neighbours every now and then. Also, the shower has a curtain and is pretty small which is not the most convenient. However, we’re happy and the staff was friendly, including Alexandra who helped us at checkout. Would recommend.

All food on menu is Halal certified from our supplier. We do serve alcohol.

Deliveroo UK

BENARES RESTAURANT | MAYFAIR

The service was a premium, the decor contemporary, the location was easy to find (with free parking during the evenings, if you can find it).

The food was cooked well, the menu was detailed, and the overall impression of the restaurant was pleasant.

However, I can't quite justify the minimum spend with the food. While it was good quality food, I simply couldn't quite nail down why it was Michelin star worthy - relative to other places I've been to that where either cheaper, or better food.

No doubt the food was of a high quality, cooked with care, but I can't justify the premium.

Overall, would recommend if someone was in the area, but wouldn't return at this price point.

As soon as I entered the restaurant I felt catapulted to the ‘80s, the style it’s a bit dated 🙈 the food quality and the service though, make me want to come back very soon.
Everything was delicious and very well presented, furthermore, when they knew I was celebrating my birthday, they came with a lovely cake and a candle to celebrate.
Loved the mocktail as well 😝

I really wanted to like this, we were bought the tasting menu as a gift, and waited for a special occasion to use it. Unfortunately this was sub-standard. I would not recommend for the price.

Good points
- interesting use of seafood, never had a sea bream chaat before, and in all fairness this dish was the best we had.
- wine pairings were successful flexing between both white and red wines from Europe
- staff were attentive, although a bit quick to turnover courses
- door staff were lovely
- presentation of all the food was better than the taste

Negatives
- decor overall felt dated and old fashioned
- food was largely bland / over spiced and not enough flavour. Actually left my main meal of sole kebab as was rubbery
- overall atmosphere felt stuffy and not at all worthy of a special occasion
-price did not justify vs other tasting menus. I wouldn’t have wanted seconds of anything

Sign of a bad experience when partner wanted more food on the way home :-s

I found this place while looking for recommendations on the web. I was really disappointed as it did not meet my expectations that were based off of reviews online.  I intend this to be a constructive feedback given the food overall was good and service was nice. My disappointment was mainly with the portion sizes of all dishes on the set menu. I don't expect restaurants to go out of their way in their generosity but this definitely felt below par.
I would love to hear others who have been here. Also wonder if there is a bar for portion sizes that even Michelin star restaurants ought to adhere to.

Exquisite food and excellent service. The wine list is an extensive selection if white, rose, red and sparkling, ranging from £38-£999. All the food was explained which would probably beneficial to someone not well versed in Indian and Indian fusion food. They also gave me some recommendations when I was stuck between two wines. The notes for the wine are not listed so if you are unsure it's best to ask them. My favourite dish was definitely the salmon which was both delicate and flavourful. They also bought a dessert out for the birthday we were celebrating. The only thing downside (and it was one my parents had rather than me) was it felt a bit busy/cramped with the amount of tables. However it was peak lunchtime so I believe this to be unavoidable. This isn't a cheap meal out but the price is actually worth it unlike some other Michelin star restaurants.

The chicken and lamb are certified halal. The venison and duck are not - and can be replaced.

Benares

UberEats UK

Chettinad Restaurant

Delicious spicy food. The flavours are truly memorable… my taste buds were tantalised! The service is super friendly and attentive (even on a Saturday night!). I will definitely return. I recommend the fish cooked in banana leaf… divine!

We had a very good time here. The ambience of the restaurant was so cool and calm. Food was very tasty and mouth watering. Strongly recommend to anyone who are looking for authentic Indian food. Special mention to Mr. Jey for his warm service. We felt home only because of him.

Honestly one of my favorite meals I had during my week-long trip to London. Staff was very helpful in recommending me a dish (I'd never had food from southern India before) and everything was delicious! Will definitely be back.

I thought the food was really good! The level of spice was just right and the flavours were brilliant. The ambiance of the place was very serene. I would recommend to go.

Absolutely delicious curry! Loved the flavours and spices! Our friends took us there for lunch recently and we had to go again within a few days it was so good. We'll visit again when next in town.

Some of our meat is Halal. Please ask a member of staff for details.

Chettinad

Madhu's of Mayfair

Great setting with incredible decor, service was very friendly too but unfortunately poorly executed. The food is mediocre at best, with many of the signature dishes being bland. As a group of 2, we ordered a main dish each - they forgot to bring out one of the dishes which meant that my friend watched me eat until his dish was brought out, at which point I had already finished my food and then had to watch him eat. Unfortunately I wouldn’t recommend or return.

Impressive venue with lovely decor but the service and food wasn't great.
To be honest I don't expect food to be great in these fancy restaurants but expected a much better service. The staff wasn't attentive enough even though it wasn't that busy. Hope they can improve on the service as customer's expect a good service when you visit these high end restaurants.

The food is great, the staff are super friendly but be prepared To pay a premium for the location. Firstly there are limited vegetarian options but there some. We are both vegetarian and the food they presented was of a very high quality and it tasted superb. With drinks, service charge and tax we paid roughly £25 per person which I think is decent in this part of town. They also had a live band playing which was very nice touch. The atmosphere, ambiance and generally the architecture of the building was also very nice. It’s a great place for a special date meals. I don’t think I will eat here again, though it’s a very nice experience, I think they’re a lot better Indian restaurants in London and do the food better for A lot less.

Indian restaurant in London with fairly good tasting food at a premium price as I suppose that is due to its location.  Not too impressed with the cocktails however the service and presentation on a whole is very good. Good to try out atleast once for a special occasion or if you are in Central London and fancy some Indian food.

Definitely pricey! But good food. Christmas menu works out to be more expensive than a la carte. Even though 4 items are shown on set menu, only allowed to choose 3. Fantastic decor.

Madhu's

Patty&Bun - Old Compton Street

Had the monthly special burger forgot the name but it had a juicy fried chicken burger  with Welsh Rarebit! and the brisket loaded fries. Taste was supreme. The brisket fries hit different 😋

A fun experience. Brilliant quality food. A nice ambiance. They accepted us in as a walk in and didn't judge us when we needed occasional help with dismembering our lobster. It was a fun experience. I recommend it. Great date place.

A bit pricey in my opinion comparing with the amount of food that you get. The burger was tasty indeed.  Good service and great music.

The atmosphere is very good, the music always puts me in a great mood!
The service is very attentive and friendly.
And the burgers are just amazing!
Fantastic place!

Everything from the cocktails to the burgers to the fries is amazing! Rum punch definitely packs a punch but is really tasty. The vegan options are really lovely, one of the best burgers i’ve had. Staff are really friendly.

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

Patty&Bun

Kanada-Ya

Lovely quaint little place. Love the vibe. Polite welcoming staff, nice turnover of customers so not a place to linger long. It’s very small. Small cozy tables. Think it can seat up to 22/24 people guessing. Food was tasty! And I want to try more dishes! Loved the pork noodles spring onions and egg in the tonkotsu x I opted not to have the ear fungus in my dish. If you’ve never had it it has a cartilage kind of crunch to it. Just not for me. It’s well deserving of its name.
I 100 percent recommend the crepe dessert paired with a tea!
I was seated at table 10 where there was an under table vent letting in the cold winter air which had to be taped up as the plastic kept falling off. Apart from that lil issue I love the place!

Very good ramen, great staff and attentive!

Things went downstream when I went to their toilets, flies around the walls, very dirty, very disgusting and it says a lot to the hygiene, so kind of didn’t feel the best leaving. It is right next to their kitchen downstairs. Please refurbish your toilets and get them to a nice standard. Especially since it is right next to the kitchen. The taps were in pretty bad shape.

Their payment system says discretionary 12.5% fee. I tried paying online and maybe changing this and it didn’t allow me. Please give users to add more or remove it completely since this charge is completely optional.

The staff there though were great.

Good ramen at a decent price, service is quick, order came exactly as ordered.

Noodles cooked exactly as I requested, the tonkotsu broth was amazing, gyoza was perfect and the toppings were perfectly portioned.

I have been here 3 times now and it is seriously the best ramen I have ever eaten. We had the Tonkotsu X and the Gekikara (first photo) and if I could rate it higher I would. The egg is amazing, I always order extra everytime and can’t recommend it enough. The pork is fantastic and the broth is to die for. Amazing service by all staff members, quick wait times and really freaking good food. Definitely worth visiting. 100/100.

amazing authentic ramen + they do student discount!

surprisingly there wasn’t a queue when i visited so we were seated very quickly and service was very quick. the staff are very friendly also.

the broth is very rich and yummy and the cha siu is great too!
the egg does cost extra but i highly recommend you get one! they have perfectly jammy egg yolks and so much flavour has absorbed into the whites.

we both got the noodles cooked hard (the recommended firmness) and honestly no complaints.

i think this is also quite a budget friendly place. i believe after student discount, the truffle ramen + egg was about £16 and the tonkotsu x was around £11. overall very good value for money!

this is somewhere i will be sure to visit again and i highly recommend others to visit too!

Macellaio RC Soho - Teatro della carne

One of the best steak I've ever had in London.
No words in the world would make justice to the flavors that you get the honor to enjoy here.
For sure it's a place not to be missed and should definitely be on your bucket list.
The service was outstanding and I'd like to say a big "Thank you" to Maria, our waitress, she was always there wen needed and never intrusive.
If you want one steak, only, in your life, this is the place to have it.
Highly recommend!

Food is good. Steaks are very well cooked. The other Macellaio restaurants are nicer (feel more authentic). Prices for meat range from £10-£15/100grams. If you are a meat lover, the final bill can get fairly high!

If you love meat, be careful not to get too greedy, as prices are per 100g, so you can end up paying over £100 for one steak. It is a once in a year experience as final bill was too much. The starters were delicious so if you want to stick to starters only, you will be fine. Steak tartare was amazing, truffle chips as well. It is a great place, good service, food, atmosphere and all but I would still go to a really nice all you can eat style steakhouse and pay much less for good quality food. But if you want to indulge on a special occasion, this is the place!

Went there on the 19th of Feb with my girlfriend. We managed to get a table at short notice and boy was it the best choice we made.

We were served by Angela, who was incredibly friendly and helpful and she made our stay very welcoming.

The food was delicious and the wine to go with it was superb. Will definitely be back again when we're next in London

First time visiting Macellaio as they have the option for two halal steaks on their menu. Unfortunately one wasn't available so we could only have the T-bone which was superb. We opted for oysters and the burrata and pesto salad for starters which were nice. The T-bone was melt in the mouth delicious. We had these with the truffle fries which were just the right amount of crispness to softness. We followed this with the raspberry millofoglie - really nothing to write home about or worth getting again. We were looked after by Catherine who was very lovely and just showed the right amount of attentiveness - great service from the door on arrival to leaving. Would I go again is the key? Probably not until they have more halal options on the starters side. Worth a try though.

Ask for a halal menu at our Soho and South Kensington locations only.

Macellaio RC

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Food: I feel really bad saying this because we actually really enjoyed ourselves at Novikov, but the food just didn’t live up to our expectations. The Singapore Noodles and Prawn Fried Rice were bland and flavourless, and the Sweet and Sour Prawns weren’t as good as they are at the Chinese down the road. The Prawn Tempura was okay, quite oily though, but the Baby Squid was probably the best thing we ate that night.
Service: The atmosphere at Novikov is incredible! We really did enjoy every second there and would definitely go back, more for the lovely service rather than the food though, haha. 😬
Settings: 7.5/10
Food: 5/10
Service: 8/10
Overall: 6.8/10

@twopeasfoodies's review of Novikov Mayfair on Instagram

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@halalfoodguy's review of Novikov Mayfair on Instagram

•NOVIKOV•
📍Berkeley St, Mayfair

Ordered:
🐓 Miso Baby Chicken
🐟 Black Cod
🥟 Prawn Moneybags
🌮 Wagyu Tacos
🦐 Fresh Grilled Prawn
🍚 Egg Fried Rice
🥥 Fresh Coconut Water
🍍 Fresh Pineapple Juice

@novikovrestaurant is the perfect fine dining spot for a date night or any events. We visit here for almost every occasion! It has two elegant dining rooms; Asian and Italian. We opted for the finest Asian fusion culinary experience. The open kitchen was so fun to see along with all the fresh seafood and vegetables being used.

⚠️Only certain dishes are halal which are stated on the menu. Bar on site.

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@cravingthathalal's review of Novikov Mayfair on Instagram

It's the @novikovrestaurant review
baby! In my Top 2 restaurants and has remained there
for years. Silly of me after a good few visits I've never
actually posted a review of it! Here we are now.
There's plenty of pricey restaurants in London to
choose from but this is the best for me. There's two
sections to the restaurant, Asian or Italian. We always
opt for Asian.
Well as you're seated they serve you some vegetables
with some sauce which I believe is called shizu sauce
this sauce is pretty remarkable, and it's so tricky to
describe the taste but it's so good we finish it all up
and request another set of it. It certainly is special and
that just highlights the start of this tasteful experience.
Mains:
Korean Lamb Cutlets: A serving of 4 and these are a
must order. The way it's cooked, the tenderness is
unrivalled. Then there's the thick glaze of a teriyaki
type flavour which takes the flavour up a notch. You
can also get these cooked how you want I.e medium
rare. I'll be honest though on this occasion they arrived
warm and weren't as amazing but still damm delicious.
Black Cod with Miso sauce. Spectacular. Never had
black cod as good as this, cooked to perfection and
with that sauce just another level.
Sushi: We ordered 3 different types and all were really
really good, as you'd expect at this quality/level. Our
favorite was the salmon and cheese one - overall the
yummiest even though we also tried a truffle infused
one.
We've tried their wok


Also their wagyu tacos are nice but not amazing imo
compared to the above mains anyway.
Dessert is also great but nothing too special.
Overall Novikov offers food on such a high level of
quality and taste, the price really is worth it and makes
a great dinner spot for special occasions - the level of
flavours is up there.
Taste: 10, Quality: 10, Value: 8

@halalfoodtherapy's review of Novikov Mayfair on Instagram

Novikov Restaurant & Bar

I was greeted and shown to our table quickly when we entered the restaurant. There was a nice vibe in there. The waiters were pleasant and knew the menu well. We ordered and didn't have to wait long to be served. The quality and presentation was fantastic. The food tasted great and we really enjoyed our meal. The only criticism would be that it was a little overpriced even if it is Mayfair. However, I would return.

It’s not that special… we went Novikov on Thursday at 8pm and the vibe was good. Our server was super friendly and the service was fast, as well as the starters and even main! We had the chicken tacos which I loved! The prawn money bags were 50/50, I just didn’t like the texture but the spice and flavour was perfect. We also got the California roll which was horrible…! He enjoyed his lamb chops, and I didn’t really enjoy the duck salad. The cocktail zombie was quite nice and strong. Overall the experience was nice, however I wouldn’t go back and I don’t think it’s worth it for me personally. It was also upsetting to see those live crabs in those small tanks outside.

Dined in the Asian side of the restaurant - The restaurant decor is nice and has an intimate feel to it. The presentation of food ingredients is also nice seeing all the colours of seafood and vegetables. The staff are helpful and always wizzing around. The food was nice and the portion sizes are very much decent👍🏼 although the egg fried rice was not nice tasting. I would be interested to try the Italian side of the restaurant to see the taste of the dishes there are like.

Dined in the Italian restaurant for a special birthday. Definitely not cheap and the tables were too close together but otherwise everything is perfect. Service was great, food delicious, portions generous. The candle in our desert and singing from the staff was a super nice touch too.

The food was very good especially the duck salad. We had a mixture of lots of different dishes which we shared before 4 of us. The king crab leg was very overpriced so wouldn’t bother with that again! The service was also very good. It’s not cheap and there is a minimum spend per person.

All halal items are clearly marked on the menu including chicken, duck and lamb. Please ask a member of staff for assistance if anything is unclear.

Novikov

Fatt Pundit

The fusion of Chinese and Indian food in this establishment is a gross understatement of what is possible in either kitchen separately. While navigating the complex favors of both cultures the chefs navigate it seamlessly and bring the best of both worlds. Through my wife's and my honeymoon through Paris and London this is by far one of the best meals we've had the pleasure of eating. We will definitely be returning to London just for this food and would recommend to anyone passing through or staying.

Delicious food and lovely service! Crackling Spinich was the best, ended up ordering another portion. Only gripe is their portion sizes are small. They could do with giving a slight bigger portion for the money they charge. Otherwise, overall food is superb.

We were attracted by the Chinese/Indian fusion concept, and went there with normal expectations. We ordered chicken and lamb momo, lamb chops, and other dishes, including 2 desserts -and I must say they we're quite tasty. Flavors are good, and service is great. Now, we payed over £180 for 3 people, and walked out half full. We ended up having a quick bite and drinks right after it. In conclusion, is too much money for what it is. Basic Chinese and Indian
street food, with small portions for what you pay.  Good lunch but not worth a second visit.

10 10 10 across the boards
Just a lovely place with freaking delicious food!
Crispy duck and lamb chops were probably the best we had in a while but everything was just amazing! Service is great as well, food came on time and got all questions answered!
Manisha was serving us and was very approachable and kind making sure all going as it should!
Loved it!
It was too good we barley took pictures sorry

What can we say - BEAUTIFUL meal, fantastic Asian Fusion with lots of smaller/medium sized dishes with lots of incredible flavour, amazing relaxed but very cool vibe, great decor, and very attentive service. We sat at the bar which was great fun. Clayton and Tenzin were fantastic! We LOVED our meal and would definitely come back when we are in London again. Thank you so much for a lovely evening! Lizzie and Mark from Bristol X

A lot of our dishes are halal. Please ask a member of staff to assist you when placing your order.

Koshari Street

Incredible flavors, simple decor, cozy interior

My only regret about this place is I wish they were bigger and had more space inside! The flavor & spice combinations are incredible and feel homey (having Egyptian & Lebanese family, this feels just like something they would've made for me)

It's a cute, cozy place, and you really can't go wrong with any of their options. I'd very gladly come again to try more of their options and can't wait for next time!

My first time trying this famous street food. Brilliant. Tastes amazing and the spicy tomato sauce adds a real punch. Very simple dish, will try to recreate at home. Limited seating inside restaurant. Pleasant service

I was walking along the street and I turned to look inside it because it had a Chipotle type vibe. Said eat like an Egyptian so I wanted to give it a try. Tried the plant power koshari and the classic koshari, and the woman working was incredibly helpful with the sauces and vege options! I will definitely return the ingredients were so fresh!

Absolutely delicious koshari— a must try if you haven’t had it before! I’ve had koshari in Cairo and homemade by my friend from Egypt. So glad to find Koshari Street so I can enjoy this in London!

We had two classic koshari then added chicken and beef each , the taste was similar to the original Egyptian dish except hot sauce that was missing ,

COYA Mayfair

Amazing service, ambience was a bit dark but i personally liked. Was sitting next to a couple who complain to much of the food they didn’t even touch. My waitress was very good with her timing & made sure all our food and drinks was serviced at a convenient time. I also ordered the £110 wagyu steak but seemed pretty small for the price. Overall a must place to go.

Dined here for my birthday dinner with friends; utter perfection!

The food is a range of small plates. Between the three of us, we ate 2 starters, 3/4 mains & 3 desserts. The cocktails were also expertly blended and we couldn’t stop ordering more.

The service is top tier. Escorted to your seat (which has a pull out space to place your bag), orders are delivered in a timely manner, advice is in hand for recommendations on the menu (which was spot on).

The decor is unreal, right from the entrance, through the private members’ area, main restaurant and even in the loos.

P.S. you’re given the cutest box of truffle chocolates when you leave.

A nice place for a Peruvian dinner at Mayfair. We had a dinner for 2 for about 250 after tip and without any cocktails. The service was a little bit odd - no one explained us about the dishes, the music was too loud. The food was fantastic but I'm not sure it's a good value for money place.

Went here for my mums birthday and had a fantastic time! The drinks, food and service were all brilliant. The vibe and decor really add the the experience and I remember really loving the scent they used in the lobby. Would highly recommend and personally would love to go back!

Great ambience. Wonderful food. A nice blend of Peruvian with Indian & Chinese Heritage.
Had the dessert wine to go with my well done Steak, LOVED IT!.
Staff was amazing. Pricy but worth it
However, the cancellation fee is wild. Fix it please, it’s a buzz kill.

Wagyu beef is halal. Pork and alcohol served.

Coya

Great British burgers and homemade rosemary chips

Honest Burgers Covent Garden

A lovely Honest with fantastic staff that make you feel welcome. Ideal for a quick meal while shopping or visiting the theatres nearby.

My go-to at Honest is always the Honest Burger and onion rings, and they never let you down. Outside seats in the summer are also great if you want some air!

great Restaurant with several choices of burgers. had to wait several minutes to get a table but was wirth the wait. we tried the honest burger and the chili burger. both very juicy and delicious and by far the best burgers we had during our stay in London. the rosemary fries were also really tasty. the waiters were really friendly and attentive.

Amazing experience. Gabriel was a superb host and waiter. He made me feel so special and loved. Exactly what I needed after a long day of work. Will definitely be coming back 😭😘

Had a double covent garden special with fries and onion rings. By default the burgers are medium rare, which is what I went for. The burger was very nice. The rosemary fries weren't bad. However, the onion rings tasted weird - tastes like they put cumin or something on it.

WOW being gluten free it's always hard to find the best food ... Honest Burger didn't disappoint! From the onion rings to the burger all was out of this world. Amazing little spot - get there before opening! They are tiny but intimate. The service that was delivered truly was worth going back for. Thank you - I can't wait to visit again.

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

Izakaya pub-style venue with a rock soundtrack, serving steamed buns with meat or seafood fillings

Flesh & Buns Oxford Circus

I have been coming for years and it always so great. We got the chip and dips, the dips were lacking flavour but the chips were good. The fried squid was also great but the portion size should be more. The Korean wings, this is the signature and it is MUST try- they are coated so well yet are so crispy and moist on the inside. For the buns we got the duck leg, which the servers politely trimmed, and the brisket which is beef. Both amazing but I definitely lean towards the sauce from the brisket and the duck for the flesh. Our total bill was about £85 with drinks which is reasonable for the location. Service was good but could definitely be worked on. Overall, a great experience!

Awesome place! The service was good considering today's labor issues. We tried a variety of dishes but I must say the Squid dish was one of the best crispy calamari I've had. Yes it's called Squid here!

The sake options were plentiful. The overall experience was great and our party of 12 thoroughly enjoyed it!

A unique culinary experience. Every dish that we tried made us say "wow" and left us wanting to come back! The staff service is excellent and the place is very beautifully decorated. Perfect place for a night out with friends.

The venue looks very decent. Food did not wow me, sashimi portion is very small, just 2 pieces. We tried Scallop Yaki, Salmon Sashimi, Scallop sashimi, salmon & avocado maki, crispy piglet belly, Korean fried wings, and Matcha Mille Crepe for dessert.

Great venue. Food was tasty especially the Korean fried wings and Japanese Fried Chicken. Service was good, but it was really busy so we had to keep asking for things and things were forgotten.  The Fab Punch leaves you wanting more, and I did ask for another but sadly didn’t receive it.  The air conditioning was too cold that I had to put my jacket back on and the music was just a little bit too loud; couldn’t have a conversation without shouting.

Flesh & Buns

Bunsik

I'm not a fan of hot dogs but went to China Town with some friends that really want to try it, and oh my!! It was incredible. My only disappointment is that my partner and I shared it and didn't get one each.
We got the potato corn dog, and it was incredible. Every time I am ever near one, I will always make sure to pop in!!

I’ve always wanted to try this Korean hot dog and I can say I was not disappointed. It was really good. I got the potato hot dog with the buldak mayo [the best sauce for the hot dog in my opinion] TWICE; I went back to get another one. The batter is really light and crunchy and has a really subtle sweet taste.

So I went for the original and Doukbokki of cheddar. I have to say it definitely satisfies my hunger cravings it was the right consistency of dough, not too cakey. The sausage was nice and it was crispy on the outside. The sauces on top were all really nice, went for a trio of their house mayo, mustard and ketchup. I thought the original would have cheese in it but it must have been another item on the menu as it was just sausag, it wasn't the clearest. It came pretty quickly but I saw they are constantly being made and piled up and then someone just makes them to order. These should be eaten immediately because I walked out and tried to find a small corner outside by seven dials and it was luke-warm at that point. The doukbokki with cheddar was nice, didn't quite know exactly what it was but the rice pieces were like gnocchi texture shaped like penne pasta and I think it was kimchi style sauce and vegetables. Kinda spicy and didn't finish it.

I'd definitely go again and try the other hotdog item WITH CHEESE and with potato pieces. I think it's also fairly priced too.

It's fairly congested inside and awkward area to stand waiting for your food but they make it work pretty well. Also staff are super friendly!

Decent, but definitely overhyped. Waited for about 20 minutes to order, which I anticipated. I ordered the potato dog and the original corn dog. Both were not as savoury as I excepted. It’s probably worth a try just for the experience!

Tried corndogs for the first time in my life and really loved them! They are super filling and delicious. The queue is usually quite long and you have to wait for a while to get your corndogs so would not recommend if you are in a rush.

We are Halal certified and serve a range of delicious Halal treats including our signature chicken corn dog. All of our Halal products are prepared and cooked seperately to our non-Halal products.

Michelin starred Nanyang Chinese Restaurant

Kai Mayfair

We came here for the afternoon tea. Just to note the restaurant on Google comes up as closed but it is open for tea. The ambience and service was so good, amazing even. Decor was wow and the little touches of the experiences were great. The savoury food was great, so was the sweet- everything was amazing! And it was just enough food. Tea was also good. Afternoon tea is £52 per person and I would definitely recommend going, especially on a special occasion!

We came here for high tea on a weekday.

The pluses: Fantastic service. Fun, quirky concept experience and decor. Creative and visually appealing food.

The minus: The food tasted just OK. Some items were better than others (the macaron for instance) but overall it was fairly average and certainly not what we expected at this price range.

I’ll start by saying - I do not understand, how they’ve got a star.
It wasn’t bad. But it was like having Chinese food on the street in New York at 3am after a party.
The plating were as if where were back in 2002 and had to make something Funky with the sauce.
Putting that aside, the food was just not good. Not balanced. Not perfectly cooked.
Boring.
The duck was SO dry wow, can’t even describe into words.
The pork Bao was so boring. The wasabi prawns were ok. The lobster dish was meh. The lamb cutlets were boring and not made medium how I wanted.
Honestly, will never go back. Oh, and £700 for a couple for basically bad food… so, I’ll take my £700 next time and go to A.Wong!

Best part about it, was that I brought my own desserts from Cedric which were bomb.

I am almost loathe to tell people about this gem of a spot. However,  this delightful, whimsical and eclectically elegant spot had me at the entrance. Pistachio Créme Bruleé, Crispy Duck on a Bao and Rosebud Tea mean that this isn't the standard Scone, Cakes and Tea Sandwiches afternoon tea. You owe it to yourself to search Kai out and indulge yourself.

The food is great especially the chili lobster. It was one of the best dishes I’ve ever tried. The duck was also very nice but I wouldn’t say it’s that special. Also shrimp wasabi for starters, yummm! It’s honestly quite pricey but it was expected.

Everything on the menu is Halal except the pork, duck and wagyu. 

Ong Ong Buns

The most friendly bakery for Cantonese pastry. Family run business provides family like vibe. Lovely freshly baked pastries. Please support them and hope them find the next location very very soon!

Nice buns and offers fun flavours. However they are so over priced for what it is, pretty greasy as well.
I bought 3 for £11, one Chinese pork and 2 custard and coconut. It was definitely more bun than filling.
Fun to try, but probably won't be buying again at this price.

First visit here, staff was so polite, friendly and helpful.

Ordered the Korean Garlic bun, heard good things about it. Cost £3.80 and they popped it in a box for me with a fork.

I couldn't wait to try it, soft bun, with an abundance of garlic and flavours, only slight upset was, I thought it'd be a little more moist.

Will visit again to try out the other goodies.

Super friendly staff and really yummy food. Affordable prices and food is prepared quickly. A small seating area inside with cute decor. Lots of veggie options available too which is great. One of my favourites was the vegan steamed bar. Would love to visit again and try out more of the menu!

Ong Ong Buns leaves a lot to be desired given its current rating. I hate to give anything lower than 4 stars but this place needs to step up its game. The quality and taste are only average.

Adding a few ‘toes’ to the pork bun as decoration is corny at best. Better to just use that extra dough to size up the bun. Moreover, those toes get stale and dry rather quick.

The fillings were nothing special. The pork bun that came off the rack and the curry bun which was reheated at their stand (microwave under the till?) were still only lukewarm at best.

There are many better bakeries in terms of quality and price in the area / Chinatown that have a higher turnaround and baked fresh taste. I didn’t even want to finish what I ordered and hope to reheat them in a oven hoping I might be able to salvage the 8 plus quid I spent on them.

Reply to owner: there are bakeries where baked goods actually come out warm and fresh. I've decided to throw away the rest and prefer not using a microwave on food. No hard feelings. Hope your business can improve and take this as constructive criticism.

Our chicken curry bun is halal. Sometimes we have kimchi cheeseburger and the beef is halal.

Super-convenient Halal pizza spot for a post-Jummah munch in a steel diner.

ICCO - "The People's Pizzeria"

This Pizza had its own Amazing style within London!!! My Cousin and I wanted something quick and good and this was the spot.

The Food was halal and delicious how to recommend anyone who wants a quick meal stop here. Good price also!!! Thank You🙏✌️

Really good choice to have a good pizza for a really good price. I was surprised about the quality of the pizza, service and time to serve. The place looks like a jail room or school lunch room, all aluminium and self service but the overall rate counts everything and they deserve a 5 stars. For 15£ we had two pizzas and we did not wait. 100% recommendable for a cheap and quick dinner!

A good, quick eat in. They make the pizza in front of you and the menu is vast! We got the pizza with pepperoni, jalapeños and mushrooms which was really good, and only cost £8. We shared it between the two of us. This is really not a place to stay too long and it is a quick bite to eat kind of place. Prices are reasonable and the venue is what you expect. A good pizzeria! It is also halal, the ham is Turkey and the pepperoni is beef.

Has been my favourite pizza 🍕 place in London for ages however didn’t come here for a long long time until yesterday (returned to London hey!) have to say the quality of the pizza is still great and it’s reasonably priced (in fact, really cheap considering prices in London).
Be aware that it’s a casual type of place.

One of those places that is hard to rate.
5 starts for value for money but 2 starts for quality.
To be honest there is nothing really wrong with the pizza, just very average but hey, you are paying just over £6 and the location is really good.
I would say its the perfect hungover meal or if you need to grab something quick and easy.

Halal sign on the window and menu. Meat is Halal. Ham is substituted by Turkey Ham.

ICCO

Managed to walk in a get a table with no wait yesterday. I had brunch at a place near by but it didn't hit the spot. So being the fatty I am I went to @dishoom and got the lamb biryani. Such a good choice, my first time I've had it. I found it delicious. Lamb cooked perfectly, moist fluffy rice, spices all balanced out and really flavoursome. Definitely a top biryani and for less than a tenner

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@halalfoodguy's review of Dishoom Covent Garden on Instagram

Dishoom Covent Garden

Thank you for such a lovely pre-theatre dining experience.

I booked in advance and requested a quiet spot as my guest wore hearing aids. We were seated in a lovely quiet spot by the window. The venue is easy to find. The restaurant is huge, the decor resembles a British brasserie. The serving staff are very kind. They are cautious to all food allergies. The waitress was very attentive and smiled lots. The menu is extensive. Fresh tap water is provided without asking. The food is served quickly and piping hot.

I would recommend this restaurant to everyone. It is family and disabled friendly.

The best Indian food I’ve ever had! Every dish was packed with flavour. You could really taste every ingredient put into the dishes. The roti wraps were well worth the try as they are so unique and easy to eat. Samosas we’re also a must try. So fresh! I’d highly recommend eating here if you can find a table!

Perfect place to come with friends! Everything was family style so you get to try a little bit of everything. Food was really delicious and so were the drinks. The wait can be long so be prepared to wait in line for about 30 min during dinner time. 10/10 would recommend!

Since I have no much experience with Indian food, my judgment is not too trustworthy. I found most of the dishes too spicy, which prevented me to enjoy the dinner (it is highly likely my fault I am not used to this spiciness). There were only 2 kind of curries together with a few Iranian dishes,  which surprised me as the restaurant is advertised as Indian. The portion are also a bit small, whereas I have always found them abundant in other restaurants. About the location: were seated downstairs and the smell of incense was a bit too strong, the light was too soft so reading the menu was not easy. The service was good. I believe there are better places than this to eat Indian food, although there was a very long queue outside so...there must be a reason I do not grasp.

What can I say? It was one of the best experiences in any restaurant I've been to. Table booked for 11:30 so I got to try the breakfast and lunch menus. Food was absolutely delicious and the ales they have go perfectly with the food. Everything was well cooked and the service was exceptional.

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

Dishoom

Ping Pong St Christopher's Place

Service was polite and we didn't feel rushed. Food was okay, nothing particularly brilliant or terrible. We sat outside which was nice but very small tables for all the dishes. However, I was very glad we sat outside as inside looked very cramped. Be prepared for a looong trip to the toilet that is not accessibility friendly at all, lots of stairs!

I won't come again. The staff was terrible, the food was ok but the portion was small .
They don't accept cash.
I think it's too expensive for what it is, I don't recommend it.

Very bad experience. the food is lower than expectations. the tables are sticky for some reason. the service is slow. after all the sfickiness, they had no wipes. never comping back again.

Excellent location, the food is freshly made. I used to take the menu but now I am enjoying buying the items Iike most.

Food was delicious, service was amazing. Recommend the xia long bao, prawn and chive & chicken wings.

Our chicken and beef is Halal. The Soy marinated chicken skewers are certified by The Central Islamic Council of Thailand. Our chicken is Halal slaughtered in the UK. And our chicken wings are from a Halal-certified supplier in Poland. All beef is raised and slaughtered Halal in Ireland. We serve non-Halal items including Pork, Duck and alcohol however each menu item is cooked separately.

Ping Pong

Imad’s Syrian Kitchen

Very good. £176 for lunch today with three people and 4 drinks. Not cheap, but very good food.

Service was excellent - although- we had to ask for empty plates to be removed several times, but a very minor thing. Staff were friendly and kind despite being very busy. Although we saw one or two walk-ins, booking is pretty much essential.

Food was excellent and really presented. The donuts were pretty amazing and highly recommended!!

Will return.

Amazing food! Amazing staff (especially Fabio)! The best Middle Eastern food I’ve had in London. I loved that the food was halal. The dessert was mouthwatering along with the Syrian coffee! Will be coming again for sure!

Great food in a relaxed atmosphere. The staff could not have done more for us, including getting a stain out of a sleeve when we had put it into the starter.
Excellent plates for sharing and lots of taste to savour.
We had four starters and one main between the two of us and it was plenty.
The restaurant is in the heart of Carnaby Street so very close to shopping and shows in the west end.
I would highly recommend a visit.

I visited with bated breath to have a lovely lunch from all the positive reviews. Sadly didn't live up to the bill. Slightly overpriced for average portions. I would recommend a combination of starters and the cauliflower roast( struggling with the recommendation!). Saroja - The aubergine was lukewarm and not crispy which did not set a good precedent.

The roasted cauliflower was average in terms of taste but very picturesque.

The lamb was again lukewarm and lacked a punch.
The pistachio ice cream was fair, don't see the hype about it.

In all, a place with a lot of style but lacking substance.

It is a comfortable place, the service staff introduced it very well, the environment is very comfortable, and the food is very amazing. I have never eaten such delicious Falafel. It is the first time I eat Syrian cuisine again. I feel the wonderful food flavor and feel very happy. Thank you！

Imad’s

Dave's Hot Chicken

The best chicken I’ve ever had! Generous portions and great you’re able to customise your spice level - although watch out on the Reaper! Love the interiors, the vibe and the staff are super friendly - 10/10 recommend!

Delicious slider with an extra tender served with cheesy chips. Went for medium spice but will up it to hot next time! Restaurant has a fun vibe & a great location in the heart of the West End.

Amazing food, so succulent and delicious, i will definitely be going back for more!

Fantastic chicken and friendly service. I went for hot seasoning and was perfect for someone who likes a bit of spice but not too wild. Generous serving sizes for the sliders too - surprisingly lived up to the hype!

Absolutely delicious...spicy loveliness in every bite and a heat level for everyone...you can even mix and match.. great vibe, love the décor...Dave's Hot Chicken you're my new favorite!

Hideaway London

One of my favourite coffee spots in Mayfair! Staff are welcoming and very alerted as it can get crowded. The food we had over brunch so good and fresh along with the recently introduced special summer drinks 🥰❤️

I think this place deserves a higher rating and that reviewers are mainly upset about the prices.
The service here is really good and professional.
They have different coffee beans for your coffee drink
When I complained about the coffee being a bit on the milky-side, the hostess immediately offered to replace my cappuccino but I refused bcuz I was still able to taste the significant coffee flavor.
I ordered pizza truffle , it was the most expensive option in their menu. I liked it but a bit skeptical about the used cheese. Was it goat cheese? Am not cheese expert I wished if I try it with different cheese. Maybe the chef used it to balance the taste, otherwise the truffle would empower the pizza way too much.
Honey tamed down the flavors of salty cheese and truffle, but frankly the taste of thyme was almost absent.
The dough is super thin, crusty edges with soggier center. Loved the contrast in texture!
The speed and quality of service reminded me of the service in my hometown .
Again, Keep in mind that the restaurant is pricy, therefore don’t go there if you don’t want to spend, get surprised by the bill and then leave a negative review.
I would come again to try their croissant 🥐 and coffee.
The atmosphere is lovely with the workers moving around like bees.

Unfortunately, its level has changed. It was one of my favorite cafes in London. The service is very slow. I ordered yogurt and a madeleine cake and it took twenty minutes 😅 and the cappuccino was made with milk!!

Cozy cafe, they serve really good coffee with various bean options. They have nice breakfast options as well, my favorite is pizza bianca topped with tomato & black olive and the French toast. Worth giving a try!

Cute little place, great location, but very-very overpriced. Nothing in that rhum baba costs £18, and the £6 tablespoon of rum on top is barely justifiable. The £33 truffle pizza also feels like very out there, as do £9 coffees. I really wanted to like the place but felt like pricing was of the “just because we can” kind.

Hideaway

Winner of London's most romantic French-inspired restaurant

Clos Maggiore

We came here for our wedding anniversary and sat upstairs. The food was wonderful, I don’t think words can describe how brilliant and creative it was. The atmosphere was very romantic. The upstairs room was smaller than it looked on photos, but very cozy and made us feel at home. The waiting stuff were very helpful and extremely attentive.

This is one of the best restaurants I have ever visited in London. It's romantic, the food is amazing and the service is impeccable. All the dishes we have ordered were absolutely delicious, with desserts being an absolute top class. The place is cozy and welcoming, perfect for a romantic restaurant. We had the pleasure of sitting in the conservatory, so we might have been less delighted if sat elsewhere, as some of the tables doesn't seem to have the same atmosphere, especially with the top floor being closed (at least when we have visited). The only downside was the wine that we were offered, as it wasn't quite what we expected and didn't like it very much, but got offered a replacement, which really saved our evening and made us very happy. We will definitely be returning and have already booked a Table for September. I cannot wait to be back. If you haven't visited this place yet, you definitely should!

After wanting to go for dinner here for years, I finally went last night and it lived up to my extremely high recommendations. The atmosphere was sensational, the service was truly impeccable, and the food was absolutely exquisite! I wanted to give a special thank you to one of our waiters called Ali - he was funny, down to earth and really personable!

The food and service were amazing. But when the desserts arrived I was expecting something special as it was my partner’s birthday which I specified when I booked the table...but nothing. I was a bit disappointed as I could see that some other couple next to us had a little chocolate cake to share but I didn’t dare asking for something.

We went for a birthday yesterday ( Sunday ) and the experience was overall good, the only disappointing part was that, despite having noted on the reservation that this is for a birthday celebration ( the server did asked and greeted us that this is for a birthday), there has been no candles and treats offered as shown by other customers here. We didn't asked about that as we are not sure whether their custom changed for them after the pandemic, bit still can't help but feeling a bit disappointed as quite frank, we chose this partly based on what they do for celebrations.

We ended up getting gelato elsewhere to celebrate though!

Chicken can be preordered when booking. Pork and alcohol served.

Canteen-style Indochinese venue with an open kitchen and communal tables 

I’m not a fan of Indochinese Food so I wasn’t really looking forward to this meal, but N had been here before and liked it so I trusted his choice 😬
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Food: Thankfully, the food wasn’t bad (well done babe! 😂) The Banana Tree Spiced Noodles that I asked for was full of flavour and so was the Malaysian Prawn Kari. We also ‘combo’d up’ our mains so we got Indo Salad, Corn Cakes and Indo Crackers with our meals. The Corn Cakes were delicious!
Service: Decent service at the restaurant.
Settings: 6/10
Food: 7/10
Service: 6.5/10
Overall: 6.5/10

@twopeasfoodies's review of Banana Tree Soho on Instagram

Quick Bite from @bananatreeuk who now have a fully halal menu now. Pictured is the chargrilled beef. My fav is still the beef rendang and the duck...and of course the chocolate fondant for dessert.

@halalfoodguy's review of Banana Tree Soho on Instagram

Banana Tree Soho

We went here for late lunch after shopping on oxford street.
The ambience is okay but we really liked the food.
We tried calamari, chicken dumplings and wok tossed noodles.
Calamari and the dumplings were really good and very filling.
I believe they have happy hour throughout the day if you order in pairs and the drinks were good value for money.

We were club hopping and it was almost half 10 that we were looking for a restaurant that’s still open and we spot this. They were kind enough to let us in soon before they were closing. We tried, two dishes and a starter. Start was prawn crackers which was a bummer. We expected prawns but just got some crisps with prawns flavour on it. Coming to the two main dishes; we got the beef with another rice that came with salad and crackers. Which was outstanding. Except for the rice being a bit sticky. And the green Thai curry with jasmine rice was equally wonderful, we enjoyed it. My favourite combination would be the beef with jasmine rice. The Thai curry had such a beautiful fragrance. It was really good. Their jasmine rice is a must try with the beef. And to mention, Arvin served, really kind and nice.

It's a very nice experience, friendly staff, food served on banana leaf which looked very nice. Food was very tasty 😋 and drinks were at reasonable price too. Its a little tight seating don't have much room between 2 tables. It gets busy so I recommend to book the table before going there. Walk in are welcomed. Did get much time to try the deserts but will definitely visit again.

This is a very nice place. The food is really tasty. I will recommend to book in advance as it is in high demand.
The duck plate we had was exceptional and really filling.
Shreeya, who attended us, was a star, always quick to answer our questions and take our order with a smile. Service was fast.
We will definitely return in our next visit to the city.
We also made the most of the happy hour! 😊

Really good food. Turned up and didn’t realise it was happy hour. Great value and really good sized portions. You feel well fed and food is very fresh.

Banana Tree

Swiss Butter - Holborn

Insane value, awesome atmosphere and efficient service. One of the best meals I've had at this price point (£19). You get a lot of value for money, the menu is simple and they work it well. Highly recommend paying a visit to this establishment

Very good restaurant and welcoming . I would highly recommend to visit . Faical very attentive  and highly respected man . When I needed extra sauce without hesitation he brought for me . I would definitely coming back again ..

Halal restaurants in London West End