The capital city of the United Kingdom has over 20,000 restaurants of which just over 10% accommodate to Halal diners. The diversity of the city makes it one of the culinary capitals for Halal foodies. You'll find everything on offer in this city from Wagyu steak, Sushi burgers, Uzbek Polova and Lamb Shank roasts.

London, United Kingdom

American

List of the 10 best Halal places to eat American in London

10 Best restaurants for American in London

1950s-style diner with red and white booths serving American classics

Big Moe's Diner

Went back here after a long time, and we were pleasantly surprised.

We where told the food would take time to come, and where offered a sofa float on the house.

The food arrived at a decent time, and was fresh and tasty.

We also had desert here, and it was one of the nicest cookies doughs i have tried. The birthday cake was spongy and moist and transported  me back to when I was a child.

The servers where attentive and professional.

Try this place and see what you think!

We went to Big Moe’s for dinner and honestly the food was amazing. We were starving, and the Classic Buttermilk Fried Burger with double patty was extremely delicious, though very heavy—I couldn’t even finish it. We also ordered the T-bone steak, which was cooked perfectly and literally melted in the mouth. The grilled chicken piece served with it was also done so well that you can’t stop yourself even when you’re full. For starters, we had the garlic cheese bread, which was fresh and soft, and we ended the meal with one scoop of bubblegum vanilla and chocolate fudge ice cream. The only thing that disappointed me was the lime drink, i thought they forgot to add the lemon lol wasn’t worth the price. Overall, it was a great dine-in experience, the place is spacious, the food quality is excellent, and we paid £73 for everything. I would rate it 9/10 and definitely recommend it.

Can for breakfast and got to say that I enjoyed it. Steak and fried eggs cooked nicely, wife enjoyed her sandwich. Coffee was great. Lots of parking at the carpark. Clean place, American diner vibes! Friendly staff, was quiet for breakfast, we were only customers.

Quasim took amazing care of us. Very ambient and atmospheric vibe. I used to go big Moes as a kid and reliving it 10 years later with the same standard of service just made me smile. I strongly recommend the place. Food itself was outstanding really give off the american feel.

I got the platter that had short ribs that were pretty juicy. Would have been nice to remove membrane before so not too chewy. The chicken was nicely seasoned and brisket soft/succulent. The price is quite high, but it reflects the standards.

All our food is 100% halal, all our meat and poultry is un-stunned.

NYC and Brooklyn inspired food including on-the-bone meat

Dirty Bones Carnaby

Visited with my wife following a show at the Palladium. We had no reservation and managed to get a bench seat outside (although in a covered space).

There was a busy & lively atomsphere in the shared complex serving multiple bars & restaurants. Christmas carol singers brought a good deal of Yuletide cheer to all & sundry.

Service was swift & courteous throughout leaving appropriate pauses and minimal interruption.

The food itself was decent fare, well faced and it didn't feel excessive or miserly. Sauces, glazes, & rubs are the order of the day in regards to flavour profile.

•Chicken Tenders
•Chicken Wings Sauce 57
•Beef Short Rib
•Chicken Tacos
•Cheesey Truffle Fries
•×2 Soft Drinks

The bill came in strong at a crisp £90 precisely with an included 12% servixlce charge. However, modern cost of living, ingredients, staff wage expectation & it being London on a Saturday night it is to be expected.

We enjoyed our meal, we were not blown away but certainly we were satisfied with our meal before heading home.

Me & my partner spontaneously came here in the evening for dinner. My review is solely for what I ate.

I ordered the No Beef burger, two portions of skinny fries, two dips of Sriracha Mayo & apple juice. For £14, I think it’s a disgrace that the burger does not come with fries. I even had to order two portions of fries & another dip because the single portion of fries & dip was small & unsatisfying. The burger tasted good but was luke warm which further spoiled a bad dining experience. Even my partner only ordered two starter dishes & that alone was £25 in total. I would laugh if it wasn't so enraging.

The staff did the bare minimum & didn’t even check in or ask us how our meal was.

This was a very disappointing and frustrating dining experience.  This establishment is one of the most grossly overpriced restaurants l've come across in a while and I would not recommend it to anyone irregardless of dietary requirements. My partner also shares these sentiments & expressed that it’s a mediocre restaurant that charges high end prices.

There are many other restaurants that are better value for money that provide better tasting food.

Amazing atmosphere.
Never been here before but looked at the menu and everything looked delicious.
Was sat outside under a nice warm heater and a blanket which was incredibly cosy and made me feel all Autumnal.

The service was quick and efficient. Jashir my service was amazing. Fast, friendly & bright eyed. He was attentive and made me feel not pressured to make a decision on what to eat until I was ready. Even turned the heaters back on for me when they shut themselves off. Grateful.

The food was sooooo worth the wait. First time trying fried chicken and waffles together and my god they were amazing! Could have eaten more and more of them.

All round, a 5 star experience. I will be returning and recommending.

Came to Dirty Bones with my sister and mum, with them both having already come to this establishment. The food was good, and prepared fast, would have preferred if it was a bit more, we all had the chicken and waffles. The chicken was enough as show in picture only suggestion would be the waffle. That is my only gripe, we were served by Luca who was lovely, polite and consistent. Always checking to see if we were satisfied and if we needed to refill our water. Would happily return if in the area again.

Had an amazing solo dinner at Dirty Bones Carnaby! It was fully booked, but Rory found me a seat at the bar and made me feel so welcome. Mati and Jared kept me company with great chats, incredible cocktails, and amazing service throughout. Namsa was super sweet -she even charged my phone when it died! Such a lovely, attentive team. You guys honestly deserve a pay rise!!

Halal items are marked on the menu. Please ask staff for clarification if you are unsure. Alcohol is served.

Dirty Bones

Deliveroo UK

🔴 @dirtyboneslondon 🔴 Located In Shoreditch, Soho, Carnaby and Oxford
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Newly discovered halal spot. Famous for their filthy and dirty burgers. It’s also great to see many well known British brands going halal. Like honest burgers, patty and bun and many more. Hope to see loads more to follow. This place now serves fully halal menu serving steak burgers, fried chicken and even chicken and waffles
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Pictured above are:-
🔳 The Mac Daddy (£13.50)
🔳 The Classic (£10.50)
🔳 Spicy Chicken Burger (£10.50)
🔳 Mac & Cheese (£8)
🔳 Cheeseburger Dumplings (£9)
🔳 Crispy Lamb Fries (£9.50)
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The mac daddy comes with double dry aged steak patty, beef short rib and Mac and cheese. The ribs and Mac and cheese combo was perfect. I’ll be honest I personally wasn’t blown away with these patties. They looked like patties you would find in them Turkish kebabs quarter pounder burgers. Obviously the quality on the meat was probably way better. But I prefer a normal minced beef burgers.
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The chicken burger was thigh piece. Was juicy and batter was crispy. However the coleslaw had a strong vinegar taste to it. Which kinda put me off. I think it was my fault as this was the gochujang spicy burger and I removed the gochujang sauce. I’m guessing the vinegar coleslaw was to balance the Spicy sauce
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Mac and cheese balls was banging. Love the herbs and spices. The cheeseburger dumplings were a decent side kick. The lamb fries was tasty. Good chips. Good lamb. However needed more lamb pieces and also again had this strong vinegar taste to it
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All in all I personally didn’t enjoy it but my friends enjoyed this. So I guess each to their own. However it’s great to see new halal addition in the scene. I’m sure many will enjoy it
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- Fully Halal menu 
- Alcohol served in premises
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@halalhunt's review of Dirty Bones Soho on Instagram

Dirty Bones Soho

Good spot for a small or large meal with broad selection of different meats. I went for a portion of loaded fries and the fried chicken, both of which were excellently done and the perfect mix of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

The staff were nice and helpful, especially since there were on my three of them for what was almost a full house on a Friday evening.

The only complaint I have is that there is an automatic service charge, which can raise the bill for solo diners/couples beyond what one would imagine, so keep in mind when ordering so that it is not a surprise at the end.

We wanted to have a burger near soho area. We picked randomly this place. The burger was good and nicely done. Not the most tasty one. Its really expensive choice to get a butger there without patatos, you must order separately. 2 burgers, one potatoes and 2 beers for 70 euros. There are better choices around soho.

Myself and fiance stumbled across this place (we had been recommended the French restaurant around the corner). The cocktails are amazing and the food is fantastic. The lamb fries are so filling they could be a main not a side. The mac & cheese burger is so juicy. While we couldn't manage a dessert we would definitely go back.

The majority of the food was good but, the portion sizes and the prices were not the best to say the least. The chicken tacos were good but the beef ones were below average if not worse. The chips were well received. Left the restaurant still hungry after spending £120 for a group of 4. The service was great tho and our main server was very chill and friendly.

We had a great evening with friends. The staff were friendly, attentive and especially Ken took great care of us. We really enjoyed the food & drinks. Highly recommend!

UberEats UK

Rarely do we revisit a place within a month, but this place was so good we decided go back and try more of the menu! 😋
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This time we asked for The American and the Chicks on Fire burgers. Both were scrumptious but the beef pattys at BoB are definitely a touch tastier than the chicken burger as they are very high quality meat, making it juicy and the chefs cook it exactly how you want it! 👌🏽 We also tried their Nachos, which had fried tortilla bits- my favourite part! The hand cut chips were great too, but lacked a little salt. All in all, we weren’t disappointed with our second visit here! 😊Would definitely recommend for a quick, tasty bite if you’re in the local area, though parking is a bit of a myth.

Edit: they offer free parking for customers- ask the restaurant for a permit.

Settings: 7/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 8/10
Overall: 8/10

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@twopeasfoodies's review of Band of Burgers Camden on Instagram

I tried the voodoo burger from @bandofburgersuk brick lane for lunch, delivered via uber eats. Was impressed with the packing and branding for the delivery. The burger was pretty nice and simple, I did find the meat patty a bit dry for my liking, I think it's cooked on a flame grill which does tend to dry out meat more than cooking on a hot grill plate. Also got some sweet potato fried as well which where epic. 
If you work or live near Brick Lane you can get a free burger with your first Uber eats order using the code "eats-uberhalal". Your welcome. 
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@halalfoodguy's review of Band of Burgers Camden on Instagram

Band of Burgers, Camden

I am definitely a loyal customer to BOB, hands down the best beef burgers in Camden!! I’ve been ordering from here since it opened and do love a cheeky visit to the restaurant with family. The big cheese burger is 1010 alongside the sweet potato fries which is my go 2 order. The mocktails also never disappoint. As a local, I highly recommend coming here if you’re in Camden instead of going to Camden lock to eat overpriced food😅😅

Firstly the lady serving was super polite and friendly so she gets 5*.

Burger- me and my partner had the BB Queen, chicken was dry so not overly enjoyable but luckily had sauce inside to make it edible.

Chips- best part of the meal

Onion rings- decent onions rings, had better and worse

Wings- my partner had BBQ and all drumstick shaped, they had an awful smell which made her feel sick so only one was eaten as smell was noticed closer to the bone. I had peri peri wings, flat wings were nice but as I tried the drumstick shaped one, I noticed the same odd smell and couldn't eat the other as put me off.

The meal deal on paper looks great value for money but in hindsight the food is not worth the £11.50 as quality was poor. Based on this experience, I would not return. Luckily the meal was cheap and only around £37 for the both of us.

Delicious burger with tasty chips and drink - lunch offer £11.50 which was a great deal. Halal quality burger in Camden 🫶

Had dinner here on Tuesday evening and it was absolutely fantastic! I ordered two Oreo milkshakes, and the guy who prepared them was incredible, the way he made and presented the shakes was so smooth and skillful to watch. The food presentation overall was top-notch. I tried the Brown Smash and the Elvis with onion rings, and everything was packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. Amazing service, amazing food, can’t wait to come back!

Had an evening munch after visiting London Zoo. The starters were fantastic: chips were incredibly crunchy and oiled to perfection, the loaded fries with keema was tasty and the chicken wings = awesomeness with superb flavour

The Wagyu burgers we ordered were super super bad. The taste was awful and we all independently agreed a rating of 2 or 3 out of 10. Don’t know what it was but there was an over powering and smelly sauce combined with the lack of taste from the actual meat that ruined it for us. It could have been honestly the worst burger I’ve ever ate. I would like the owners & chefs to really look and evaluate this.

The desserts were good, cheesecake and milkshake.

I am giving 5 star as the experience was brilliant the wonderful woman at the till was incredibly friendly and thoughtful, she let us access the upstairs room for prayers and one of the staff led us too. Amazing business and I’m sure your food is amazing but there something just went randomly wrong this occasion.

Visited 4th October 2024

Band of Burgers

JustEat UK

Taco Bell

So i understand that is a new place and maybe some workers never did this before, but slapping my food on the counter in a broken bag with missing items is terrible, when i mentioned that 3 portions of fries are missing the guy just looked confused at me without exchanging one word, the tacos are not properly filled, and the grated cheese wasn’t even melted. One of the tacos was for my son and had some items removed from it when ordering yet once received they didn’t follow the instructions. Workers need proper training and possibly a positive attitude towards customers and the work place in general.

That looks delicious! The churro is perfectly golden-brown with a nice crisp texture, and the drizzle of icing along with the little white chocolate chips gives it a really indulgent, eye-catching finish. It looks like the kind of treat that’s both comforting and fun to eat—crispy, sweet, and just the right amount of gooey. 🍩✨

Ordered for delivery on uber eats, had 3 different drivers go there. We had waited 2 hours before we got told that they were closed and couldn’t do anything when on their website it says open and let us place the order. We called the store and the manager was very rude and pretty much stated it isn’t his problem. Not until we contacted uber support and they told us they were shut. Overall terrible service, sat here for 2 hours hungry and waiting with no update. Think the manager needs new training it’s disgusting.

3/10 experience, do better. Took too long and it’s 80% carbs. Like don’t get wrong love me some carbs but this is just too much guys, protein is key. Very dry, please discover what the correct amount of sauce is thank you. Finally, music was either straight bangers or unsettling Christmas songs. Only made the wait longer.

I ve been going to TacoBell for a number of years and always had a good experience. Until now. Uxbridge brunch is extremely slow to serve people.  30 minute wait is well too long. I ve heard about people who waited even longer for their food.  Other brunches are more efficient - 5 to 10 mins wait max. I love the food and got exited when they opened but sadly will not be returning .

We have halal food available at this branch.

Great spot! They don’t have eat-in, but the collection service is super quick and everything was freshly made. I went to pick up my order and it was ready fast, hot, and well-packed.

Perfect for late-night food runs since they stay open until late. Burritos and tacos were loaded and really tasty. If you’re around Wembley and want something fast, good, and reliable, this is the place. Highly recommend! 🌮🔥

I order few times online but the service is so poor they dont put free condiments on sides unless we call them and asked one they they forgot to put nachos in my order and when i asked they said u order next time we will put in but then i order they don’t answer calls like 5-6 time and my order was delivered already the answer they gave was they were busy so didn’t answer what sort of customer service is that- its like delivery option is worst u have to constant tell them what u need which is worse

Worst place I've ever ordered from. They included/embedded (AS PART OF THE INGREDIENTS
) a marker pen inside my Crunchwrap Supreme.

I called them up and they admitted that their one only marker pen was missing. So I asked them how it occurred and asked them to investigate it (even emailed Taco Bell corporate about it) and they refused to do anything.

READ THE OTHER REVIEWS because this food establishment is truly a joke.

Piryal was a very nice staff and had great customer service, so polite, food was nice and fresh delivered quick. Made my experience so much better

Very fast service and no one should complain about the food because its too good

Dear Taco Bell Team,🌮💜

I just wanted to take a moment to express my genuine appreciation for everything you do. Every time I visit Taco Bell, I’m impressed by the consistency of the food, the friendliness of the staff, and the fun, welcoming atmosphere you create. It’s more than just fast food — it’s comfort food with personality and heart.

From the perfectly seasoned tacos to the creative menu items that always keep things exciting, Taco Bell never disappoints. I really admire how you balance quality, flavor, and affordability so well. Whether it’s a quick lunch, a late-night snack, or just a craving for something delicious and satisfying, Taco Bell is always my go-to spot.

I also want to recognize the hardworking employees who keep everything running smoothly, even during busy hours. Your kindness and efficiency make a huge difference, and it doesn’t go unnoticed.

Thank you, Taco Bell, for your great food, great service, and your commitment to making people smile with every visit. Keep up the amazing work — you’ve definitely earned a loyal fan for life!

With appreciation and gratitude,
[SHAIK ZEESHAN]

i formly lived in london and i have not been in two years, everyday my cravings for taco bell grew stronger so i decided id buy myself for xmas a ticket to london for 50£, as soon as i got here i placed my order and waited patiently, the food got here quick but as soon as i took a bite out of my crunchy taco i was met with disappointment. to little sauce too much lettuce and not enough cheese. i am not a rabbit and i came especially for taco bell and i was met with leftovers.

Just 10 minutes ago I ordered some churros. They were rock solid went in to change them the gentleman did change the churros they ended up being exactly the same. Costing to ££2.75 for 2 you'd expect at least fresh churros. Not impressed

Staff badgered me to go to the Taco Bell website and say there was good customer service the second I had taken my order, in exchange of free food. I told them no and they persisted. There’s a reason they asked for a good rating, because they’re awful ! I ordered the grilled cheese burrito, which I normally order from Camden. When I opened it it was just shredded cheese on a burrito, not grilled at all. The shredded cheese inside the burrito also wasn’t melted. After about 2 bites of this burrito it completely unraveled and became inedible. Not to mention the food was completely cold I doubt they cooked it at all. I never write bad reviews but I was so disappointed with this. If you’re craving Taco Bell go to the Finsbury Park one, whatever you can to just avoid this one.

it’s way past midnight, you’re starving, and Taco Bell’s the only place still open. You pull up, parking lot’s dead silent except for the flickering neon sign that keeps buzzing like it’s glitching. You walk in, and the whole place smells like stale tortillas and something... burnt. The cashier’s there, but his smile’s way too wide — like, unnaturally wide. You order your usual, but when you unwrap your taco, the meat’s moving. Not like worms — more like it’s breathing. You look up, and suddenly the whole place is filled with this whispering sound, like a hundred people chanting from the kitchen. You blink, and every “employee” is staring at you, all wearing those same plastic smiles, whispering, “You wanted the special?”

Then the lights cut out. You hear footsteps, crunching closer. The smell of burnt cheese and something metallic fills the air. When the lights flicker back on, your reflection in the soda machine screen isn’t yours anymore — it’s wearing a Taco Bell visor, grinning, and whispering, “Welcome to the late-night menu.”Your heart’s pounding now, but your body won’t move — like the air itself got heavier. You try to back away, but your shoes feel glued to the sticky tile floor. The whispers get louder, layering over each other until they sound like static — or maybe screams. From the kitchen door, something drags itself out — you can’t tell if it’s a person or… leftovers. Its skin looks like melted cheese, its eyes hollow, black like the oil from the fryer. It’s holding a tray, and on it sits another taco — except this one’s bleeding.

You finally break free and sprint for the door, but it doesn’t budge. You slam your fists against the glass, but outside, your car’s gone. Just an empty lot and that cursed, flickering sign — now reading “Open Forever.” Behind you, the “employees” start chanting again, voices warping into one deep, inhuman tone. The last thing you feel is a hand — cold, greasy, and heavy — landing on your shoulder, as a voice right behind your ear whispers, “Your order’s ready.”

NYEAT

We had such high hopes for this place! ☹️
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Japes is a new Pizza Parlour that opened recently in Soho and is, apparently, the first place in London that does Deep Pan Pizza! 🍕 So naturally, we ordered a pizza (the Medditerannean) and the Parmagiana. The pizza was tasty, and that was mostly due to the fact that we love deep pan, cheesy pizza. We did expect more from the toppings though. The Parmagiana was literally just... cheese. All we could taste was cheese 🙂🧀. Not a great veg lasagne! The Garlic Bread was also VERY dry.. took us a while to munch through it while watering down our throats 😂
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Settings: 8/10
Food: 6.5/10
Service: 5/10
Overall: 6.5/10

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@twopeasfoodies's review of Japes Soho on Instagram

@halalfoodguy's review of Japes Soho on Instagram

Japes Soho

Very disappointing experience.

We visited on Monday evening with my family. The restaurant was quiet, with fewer than 10 tables occupied. Our Chicago-style pizza was made incorrectly and had to be remade. One staff member handled this professionally, which we appreciated.

However, the main issue was the unequal treatment by another staff member. While we were briefly speaking on the phone, an older male staff member with a beard came over and asked us to lower our voices. At the same time, the table next to us—around five British customers—was speaking much louder and laughing constantly, yet no one said anything to them.

We were the only Asian customers in the restaurant, and this selective enforcement made us feel clearly targeted and discriminated against. This kind of behavior is unacceptable and completely ruined the dining experience. Fairness and respect should apply to all customers, not just certain groups.

I strongly urge management to address this incident seriously and provide proper staff training to prevent this from happening again

It was such an amazing experience! I went with my friends for an early dinner around 6 PM, and we mainly tried the Chicago-style Wicked Chicken Pizza — honestly, it was the best pizza I’ve ever had in my life! We also tried two or three other varieties, and each one was delicious, but the Wicked Chicken Pizza was definitely the star of the show. The flavors were incredible, and one pizza was easily enough for two people.
Highly recommend trying the Chicago-style Wicked Chicken Pizza — it’s a must-have! 🍕🔥

My first Chicago style pizza and I was sceptical but it was really delicious. I definitely go again because there were so many more I wanted to try but it’s very filling. The only slight down was the salad which was very bitter and drenched in  dressing. Lovely waiter too.

Great pizza and friendly staff!
The pizza was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The crust was perfectly baked and the ingredients tasted high quality. The staff were very kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. A great place to enjoy good pizza — I would definitely come back and recommend it to others.

Japes in Soho is one of my absolute favourite places to get pizza, and last night once again reminded me why!

We were served by Nole, one of the main members of staff who is always there when we visit. He treated me and my friends with genuine respect, remembered us, and made us feel truly welcome. That level of consistency and personal care is rare. He even said, “We are friends now,” which is exactly the kind of thing that makes you want to keep coming back. He kindly gave us desserts as well, which was a lovely touch and very much appreciated by all of us.

We come here regularly and recommend Japes to friends all the time. Quite a few of our friends have visited because of our recommendations, and they always say the same thing about the food, atmosphere, and service. There is a lot of consistency here, which really says everything about the place.

The only small negative we have experienced is with one particular waiter. We have been served by her a few times, and every time it feels like she does not want to be here. We genuinely hope she manages to find peace in her life and eventually give better customer service. She even turned us away on New Year’s Eve with a lame excuse even though there were plenty of tables available. I myself come from a customer service background, so I understand how stressful high pressure environments can be, but that does not mean it should be taken out on customers. This does not take away from the overall experience enough to lower the rating, which is why this is still a full five stars.

We were really hoping Nole would be working when we came in, and he was. The food was great, the service from him was excellent as always, and we all left happy and not disappointed at all.

Japes remains one of our favourite pizza spots in London, and we will absolutely keep coming back.

On the menu in our restaurant we serve Halal chicken wings, chicken burgers, and chicken pizza.

Japes

French Toast Heaven at Christopher’s, as always! 🙌🏽 This time we decided to order the Warm Brioche French Toast, alongside our usual Chocolate French Toast 🍫 For anyone who finds the latter a bit too rich and difficult to finish (like me!) we highly recommend the Warm Brioche! It was delectable, especially when soggy with Maple Syrup and Mascarpone 🤤 the Roasted Peaches added a sweet but slightly sour touch 🍑 It wasn’t too filling and definitely wasn’t heavy either, so has now become my go-to at Christopher’s!

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@twopeasfoodies's review of Christopher's Covent Garden on Instagram

A dish that doesn't require an introduction.. But I'll give it one. The Chocolate Brioche Toast from @christopherswc2 one of the most instagramable dishes out there! Happy Friday!

@halalfoodguy's review of Christopher's Covent Garden on Instagram

Dubbed as one of London’s Best French Toasts spots ~ Christopher’s is one you must check out!

Popped back here after what feels like forever and the French Toast did not disappoint 🤤 At £16 a portion, make sure you to share as it’s a BIG portion! We ordered x1 Milk Chocolate and x1 Dark Chocolate French Toast ✨ @christopherswc2 #frenchtoast #christophers

@londonfoodjourney's review of Christopher's on Instagram

Christopher's

Visited Christopher’s for lunch and dessert to celebrate my wife’s birthday, and as always, it didn’t disappoint. The food was lovely — we had the chicken burger, and the sauce was especially flavourful and really brought the dish together.

The real standout, though, was the brioche French toast — consistently excellent and easily one of the best desserts on the menu. It was a nice touch having ‘Happy Birthday’ written on the plate, which made it feel special, even if it’s a shame they don’t do the sparklers anymore.

The atmosphere was great, as it always is — lively, buzzing, and full of energy, which adds to the overall experience.

A reliable spot for good food, great desserts, and a celebratory lunch.

Christopher’s is a restaurant I genuinely love dining at — the food quality is consistently superb. I’ve visited many times for dinner, but trying brunch was a real highlight and did not disappoint.

The ambience is always a pleasure, especially during Christmas, when the décor is beautiful. I also really appreciate the artwork throughout the restaurant, which adds to the overall experience.

While service can be a little slow when it’s very busy, the staff always make the effort to provide the best service possible.

And I have to say it — I’ve never had better French toast than at Christopher’s, and even in 2025, that still holds true.

A firm favourite and one I’ll always return to.

Christopher's in Covent Garden is fantastic for any occasion. I celebrated my birthday there, and the atmosphere was buzzing and classy.
The food was genuinely awesome. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the standout had to be the French toast with ice cream. It was the perfect, unforgettable birthday treat – rich, decadent, and utterly irresistible. Seriously, if you go, save room for it!

Overall, Christopher's provided a brilliant birthday experience. Great food, great atmosphere, and that amazing French toast! We'll definitely be back!

Food were amazing but the service was absolutely AWFUL
We have asked 5 times for tab water that we only refilled once

Staff were rude, I worked in catering before and the guy who came to take our order had not shown enough respect by chatting with another customer.

Another staff who took our payment didn’t willing to walk a step further and my friend had to reach to tab her card.

When we grab our coat from the cloakroom staff could easily separate out multiple items instead of throwing everything to us to sort out. Lack of thoughtful care.

Shame that such a beautiful place and delicious food had such a poor service
Feeling regret to pay the 13.5% service fee as we didnt feel we have been properly served. All the star goes to the food, service and floor staff were terrible.

I was so excited to try this place since it has great Google reviews, but unfortunately, it ended up being our most disappointing meal in London. The eggs benedict had a strange, overly thick and salty sauce, and my egg white omelet with tomato and avocado was basically just plain egg whites. I even added smoked salmon to try to give it some flavor, but it didn’t help much. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this spot. Really disappointing given the hype.

On our À La Carte menu we have the Wagyu Burger and the Australian Wagyu Rump Steak. On the Bar Menu we have the Lamb Wrap and Wagyu Burger. On the Brunch Menu, we have the Wagyu Burger and the Steak and Eggs. If you would like to preorder halal lamb we ask for 48 hours notice and we take card details to secure the booking. Please call or email to book. 

Local chain grilling burgers on charcoal and serving them with mocktails, fresh juices and shakes

We had visited the other Band of Burger branches before and didn’t particularly enjoy them, but this branch is completely different!

I know it’s a pretty big statement, but this place might just be our favourite burger joint! Honeslty, the burgers are on another level. Naimul ordered the Wagyu This Way, which consisted of moreish wagyu beef topped with gorgonzola dolce and truffle honey bacon 🤤 I asked for The Mexican- but this wasn’t your average mexican! It included chilli raclette cheese and a spicy tomato relish, and the guacamole was so good 😍 Naimul has had mexican style burgers before and hasn’t enjoyed them so he was reluctant to try it, but he didn’t regret it at all! The Onion Rings and Chilli Con Carne chips were mouth-watering, and it was so refreshing to eat dirty fries that weren’t just smothered in cheese.

Settings: 7/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 8/10
Overall: 8/10

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Over the weekend I went to check out @bandofburgersuk with their new location in Walthamstow, which was the former home to Brioche Burger one of the ex-elites in the game. Fair to say that Band of Burgers have picked up the Baton and are keeping the bar high.⁣
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I checked out the new lanuch menu, featuring a selection of starters and burgers. First of all, a note has to be made with the quality of ingredients on offer. Beef used in burgers Is 35 days aged grass fed Angus and Aged Wagyu as well. Only Organic produce are used, no processed cheese here, they use fancy cheeses from Brough market working with Jumi cheese. ⁣
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Unlike the other locations of band of burgers, this restaurant uses a flat grill to cook their burgers and if you have read my best London in burger blog post, you know that's the only type of burger I'm interested in. It makes for a juicier, fatter and tastier experience. ⁣
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I had pretty much tried all of the burgers on offer, my favourite were the big cheese and the Mexican. Great flavours, that melted fat taste that I love, soft sweet bun, a all round good burger. ⁣
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The menu is still in it's soft launch phase, however if you want to hit it before everyone else then here's an offer for halalfoodguy readers ⁣ ⁣
Get a massive 20% off your bill. You must follow @halalfoodguy and @bandofburgersuk and present this post when ordering valid until 31st October 2019.⁣
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I have to say, even without a discount the prices for great for the quality. These are premium burgers at good prices. ⁣
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Oh the mocktails and milkshakes (I liked the strawberry) are really good. Even the wings were on point. ⁣
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If this is the launch menu, then I'm excited to see what the full Menu looks like because the burgers are 🔥. ⁣
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Fully halal. No alcohol served. Free 2 Hour parking permits are available. No service charge and cards are excepted. Win. ⁣My meal was complimentary.

@halalfoodguy's review of Band of Burgers Walthamstow on Instagram

Band of Burgers Walthamstow

I recently tried the Big Cheese burger with extra turkey bacon at Band of Burgers Walthamstow, and I have to say—it was absolutely delicious. The burger was juicy, the flavours were on point, and the turkey bacon made it even better. The fries and drink completed the meal perfectly.

The staff were also very friendly and cooperative, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

I definitely recommend visiting this place and trying their burgers!

Really solid burger spot in Walthamstow. Angus burgers are always juicy, but Chicken on Fire is the standout for me. Would definitely recommend.

This place NEVER disappoints. Food is always fresh and satisfying. I feel it’s a testament to the people making it. Whenever my friends and I think “hmm where should we go today for dinner?”, often we end up at BOB 🥰

Band of Burgers is back...in St James Street.

Ordered today. Same quick service few changes though not necessarily for the better-

The fries are listed as home made, whilst they are crispy they are not home made or home cut fries- all uniform in size and clearly out of a packet. Tasted nice enough.

What the kids really loved about Band of Burger was the chicken burgers-succulent and outrageously crispy at the same time. This time they weren't crispy and we're a little dry in the middle of the burger.

Nice enough but deffo a step down from the previous high bar they set.

Totally disgusted with the food Quality this weekend.
BOB did not meet their usual standard. I know we are going through some cost of living crisis but should this really impact on takeaways and fast food outlets? 2 out of 4 of our burgers where abysmal. Chick's on fire & Brown butter smash burger. . Chicken one wasn't ever edable  n the smash burger looked like a kids burger. Never going to order again. Disappointed.

American/Middle-eastern inspired favourite comfort foods

O'Gosht

it was an incredible experience! The food was absolutely delicious, with each dish bursting with flavor. The menu was very interesting, featuring a creative variety of options that made it hard to choose just one. In fact, as I browsed through it, I found myself wanting to try everything! I can't wait to go back and explore more of their delightful offerings. Highly recommend!

@ogosht is when you mix Middle Eastern flavours and American and I absolutely loved it.

Based in Acton, West London they have a fully halal menu on proper comfort food which left me craving for more since.

For starters we tried the sujuk with humous. The sujuk was slightly on the tough side though wasn't lacking in flavour and had the spice. Lamb humous was on point though and I'd say slightly better.

Mains:

Big O Burger: A surprisingly good smash burger. If you have high standards this won't disappoint. I was pretty impressed with this.

Maca Cheeze with Burger Patty: An absolute banger! As a base they have their mac and cheese but when topped with the same double smash patty from the burger, this was wonderful. What made it even better was the Harissa on top. This was wholesome and absolutely delicious. It wouldn't be so if the mac n Cheese was average with a standard patty. What was beautiful was the texture of the creamy mac n Cheese with the smashed patty.

Sloppy Steak: Sliced Ribeye on top of fries. Normally this could be a little dry but their cheese sauce isn't a joke. Once the Ribeye finished I found myself just enjoying the fries with the cheese sauce alone. Nevertheless the steak was pretty good quality - I'd like it a little closer to medium rare though but again another great dish.

Wings: These did let me down in all honesty. While the Harrisa and bbq flavours were okay the wings themselves weren't battered plus found them to be a little dry inside so I didn't enjoy this as much as the others. I'd pass on the wings and get those starters to share.

They also do a proper Pina Colada - and get this, only £4.95! Rarely do I see this drink properly done but here I was left wanting another one!

I'd say the smash burger and Maca cheese with burger patty are a must try. Delicious and very hearty!

Taste: 8.9, Quality: 8.5, Value: 9

Great service, reasonably priced and delicious food. Only negatives were the smash burger patty was on the dry side and the burger itself was not something I would probably order again. However, the wings, cubed potatoes, steak and Mac & cheese were really good.

The best spot for cocktails and comfort food.
The loaded maca is definitely a must try (see if you can finish it), burgers are super good, and you can't beat the chili cheese bites!
Staff is super nice, and there's always a great atmosphere no matter the day of the week. Highly highly recommend!

Paid £29 for steak and chicken with chips and mac and cheese. The amount of meat was tiny and defo not worth the money paid, food was nice but very small portion.

All of our meat is from a halal local butcher.

O’ Gosht

Casual space with booths and bare brick walls, for artisan burgers, BBQ meats and milkshakes

Slider burgers from @meatandshake in tooting. Loads of different beef burger options on the menu. I opted for the 3 Slider burgers. I did find the cheeses very overpowering in one of the burgers, possibly the stanton. Also,  the price is £9.80 that's really expensive considered you don't get any sides and it's tooting, not central London. But the meat in the burgers where great, good flavours. I'd definitely come back again to try the plan Jane classic beef burger. 
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Meat & Shake [British Brand]

Visited here on Sunday afternoon, it was relatively quiet with a few other families already seated. We came in and were immediately shown to our table, we had not booked in advance. There were 6 of us and we were given a booth which was comfortable enough for all of us to sit. Menus were already on the table and after a short while we had decided on what we wanted and ordered our meals. Turn around time was actually quicker than I was expecting. They first served the starters we had ordered and then within a few minutes everyone had their meals on the table. Food presentation was excellent, everything looked fresh and smelt delicious.

Without question, the food was delicious. Tasty and flavorful meat, good portion sizes and delivered to the table on wooden boards which added to the authenticity of the place. We ordered two meals from the kids menu, two from the lunch menu and two burgers. Additionally we ordered a sharing starter and a side of battered onion rings. We also ordered churros for dessert.

Total cost for 6 of us to eat to our fill and possibly more was about £64. Just over £10 per head.

There are a couple of reasons I have dropped a star. Firstly, there is a problem with the front door, it doesn't shut properly unless you really push it closed. Because of this, there is always a draft of cold air running through. The staff were always trying to close the door but as delivery drivers and customers came and went, the door would inevitably be left ajar.
Finally, I dropped a star because the churros did not taste as good as they should have. They were quite hard, even on the inside which was a bit of a disappointment after such great food. But we will chalk this to a one off.

Other than that, cannot fault the place. Good staff, good food, good service. Well done!

A lovely little restaurant. The service and staff were great and we were made to feel very welcome, this really makes an impact on dining experience.

Food was lovely, so much choice,
and it arrived quickly after ordering. Loved the sweet potato fries and how they were seasoned. Burgers were nice and the shake was fab!

Not a huge place, so nice cosy feel. Loved the sauces on the tables. It’s great that everything on the menu is halal. I would come again.

We had visited this restaurant before and found it mediocre at the time, so decided to give it another go.
Never again, the food was absolutely atrocious. I don’t eat red meat so the only alternative was a chicken dish. I decided not to invest in a burger as I was sure about the flours or quality. I decided on a relatively easy option which I mistakenly thought would be done with some expertise. I settled on a Louisiana Chilli chicken which was supposed to have a special spice rub before barbecuing. When it came this was not barbecued, rather it had been broiled in a bottle sauce with soggy rubbery skin that tasted disgusting. I had also ordered a side of fries that never materialised.
My daughter and art net had the buy one get one half price burger which came with a side of fries and a drink. They chose milkshake for which they had to pay an extra £3 each and a mac n’ cheese side. The milkshakes were so thick you couldn’t suck them up the straw. My daughter sent hers back so that they could actually add some milk to allow the milkshake to be fluid, the texture was awful as the kinder bueno hadn’t been blended enough. She also didn’t enjoy her burger which had no flavor. The best thing about that meal was the fries which were excellent. We had to send the mac n’ cheese back because it was literally like cardboard with cheese grated on top. They did decide not to charge us for the mac n’ cheese, regardless this was a really bad experience.

The place looks nice and decorated to look like an American establishment. We had the wings as a starter, portions were huge! We got the six wings no knowing that wings here are the full sized ones, they were just cooked and I would prefer a strong spice on the wing. The rib was lovely and so was the dirty fries, the steak was decent, a bit on the dry side and was cooked more than I asked. The waitress was nice but the place is pricey more than it deserves

Looked nice from outside so thought I'd give it a try. It's a nicely themed burger place. Menu has lots of options. Opted for their award winning burger (2017) and messy chips with chicken wings for starters.
The food tasted really nice, the wings felt like the sauces had infused into the chicken which makes a change from most other places that have the flavour only at the surface. Messy chips were a nice side with plenty of flavours as toppings.
Burgers were nice... Not sure about the award winning but nothing wrong with them just didn't have me bedazzled. Maybe expectations of 'award winning' caused that. Will try other options from the menu next time.

Meat and Shake

Band of Burgers, Southgate

Generally quiet for dine in so not much atmosphere in the restaurant, however restaurant is clean and the service is quick. Good quality burgers I recommend the classic beef burger and the brown butter smash burger. Great real fries. Very reasonably priced burgers, good quality. BBQ wings were too sweet for my personal taste but still enjoyable. The take away portion of fries is generous, enough for 2 I'd say.

I've been a loyal takeaway customer of Band of Burgers, but decided to dine in this time, and I'm glad I did! The food was exceptional. The sweet potato chips were outstanding - perfectly crispy on the outside and delightfully soft on the inside, just as they should be. The burger was absolutely delicious, bursting with flavor. While the nachos were only okay, the sauces accompanying them were tasty. My only critique is that the portion of minced meat on the nachos was a bit lacking, which affected my overall enjoyment. Nonetheless, I highly recommend Band of Burgers for their amazing food!

Burgers were awesome, and the deep fried Mac and cheese bites were even better. Definitely check this place out.

the absolute best burgers in the UK. My husband and i are from Manchester but whenever we’re down south we always have to come here! Food quality and freshness is always consistent, unique flavours, and fast service. Have been coming here for 3 years now, definitely an underrated spot which deserves more hype!

I ordered a takeaway from this restaurant and I took a bite in my favourite Burger and spat out a piece of glass. Luckily it didn't cut me or swallowed it. I was sharing this burger with my little girl and thank goodness she was only picking at the bread on top! Deliveroo told me the restaurant will be in touch with me and to this date I have never heard from them. I used to be a frequent customer, due to Food safety concern I will never order from them again! This could have had a different outcome if I ended up ingested it! Very disappointed overall!

Big Moe's Diner Wembley

I ordered a burger with no spicy bbq mayo or jalapeños and they didn’t add the other burger sauce that was meant to come on the burger. 16£ for this? Underwhelming to say the least. There was also only 1 pickle slice inside. More bread than stuffing. The “12 hour roasted brisket” and “roasted sausage” tasted like stuff you’d get at lidl and put in the oven for 30 minutes 😬 and the food came out too quick for it to be fresh fresh. French fry for size, the burger is tiny. I told the waitress it was disappointing and she said she’ll get the manager and 20 odd minutes later still nobody came so I just went up to the counter and waited some more to pay. Anywhere else would be more worth it than here.

Absolutely superb classic American diner with mouth-watering American food, diner booths (with even a Cadillac table!), the great Elvis playing the background and flawless service by Deepa! We were even given a small parting gift by Deepa! Thank you Big Moe and Deepa! Best restaurant in Wembley Park by far!

Big Moe’s Diner, tucked inside London Designer Outlet in Wembley Park, delivers a high‑energy slice of 1950s Americana—but with mixed results.

Walking in, you’re immediately hit by retro flair: neon signs, Swing-era soundtrack, and even seating in a ’57 Chevy booth. It really feels like stepping into a classic diner, complete with paper-hat-wearing staff.

Staff are generally friendly and courteous-servers standout, welcoming families with enthusiasm.

However, the ordering system is hybrid: self-service kiosks paired with a fixed service charge, which some find off-putting.

The menu spans burgers, wings, chicken & waffles, hot dogs, and hearty sides. Highlights include loaded potato skins, sticky BBQ wings, and indulgent milkshakes—especially Oreo shakes and vibrant strawberry lemonade. The Big Moe’s Platter and generous portion sizes.

While the décor scores high on atmosphere, cleanliness is hit or miss—sticky tables, grime in booths, and overlooked table service have been flagged. Big Moe's Diner pricing is on the steeper side for a fast-casual experience; some feel it falls short of value.

Big Moe’s offers a lively, kid-friendly, nostalgic trip with strong milkshakes, crowd‑pleasing starters, and fun décor. If you’re visiting for atmosphere—and ready to overlook the occasional service hiccup—it’s a solid pre-event or family stop. But for food perfection or premium service, it won’t satisfy everyone. Best to go in for the vibe, sweet drinks, and big portions—and temper expectations on kitchen reliability.

My daughter and I visited here as we were heading to a Guns and Roses concert at Wembley Stadium. I was greeted by friendly staff who sat us down at our table and was impressed with the decor and atmosphere. The thing that struck me initially as a nice touch was the Guns and Roses hits they had playing through the restaurant. It added to the atmosphere and build up to the concert so thank you for that.

Food was beyond expectations and everything was cooked to perfection in my opinion. One thing to bear in mind is you order at the till and pay upfront. A service charge is added there and then but I don't begrudge that as the service was excellent when getting the food out and taking empty plates away.

We had Cheesy Garlic Bread, Loaded Potatoe Skins, Cajun Onion Rings, I had the Fully Loaded Burger and my daughter had the Classic Buttermilk Chicken Burger. She also had a Chocolate Milkshake and I had the Classic Homemade Lemonade with a large bottle of water. This came to around £75 in total including service charge which I consider great value for such delicious food. We didn't have desert as we simply couldn't eat any more.

One thing also to remember is all food comes out together, not starters first followed by mains. I didn't mind this as we were hungry but may not appeal to all.

We were around the Wembley Outlet when we decided to stop for lunch and try something new. We came across Big Moe’s Diner and really appreciated how Clay served us and provided detailed information about a food item. Great service and a pleasant dining experience!

The beef and chicken is Halal. Pork is served but we always prepare our Halal guests’ food separately. We provide dates and olives for anyone who wants to break their fast with us during Ramadan.

Chefzi

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Vu lounge, Bushey WD23📍

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Vu Lounge

This is a great spot in the Bushey area. Good to have something a little Boujie, yet relaxed and comfortable. The food was REALLY good. We got a bunch of things and shared. The ribs starter was immense! Sooo good. And the way it’s served just add to the experience. I ordered an old fashion to kick things off. It was decent, just not classic, it wasn’t as ‘clean’ and had some froth. Again, not bad, just not my preference. And the deserts! Sooo good. We got the Turkish baklava, two types. And wow! They tasted amazing but it’s also the way they serve it, you’re not expecting them to do what they do to it at the table. Just adds to the experience. The food was reasonably priced as was the wine. We also got a shisha which was fun. The music in there is cool, but sometimes a bit loud when trying to chat. It’s great they have a DJ, but having a DJ and a drink will make some people (like us) want to get up and have a dance, but there is nowhere to do so. Can imagine on a Friday or Saturday it getting quite lively. All in a great experience and would go back.

⭐ 0/5 — Extremely Disappointing Experience at Vu Lounge

I rarely write negative reviews, but my experience at Vu Lounge was truly unacceptable.

The food was poorly prepared, tasteless, and unhygienic, and the service was unprofessional and careless. Staff members seemed completely uninterested in the customers, and the overall attitude was extremely disappointing.

To make matters worse, the prices were outrageously high — we were charged £128 for just two people, including several hidden and unjustified charges. For that amount, one would expect high-quality food and professional service, but instead, we received the opposite.

In my opinion, this restaurant is overpriced, poorly managed, and misleading. It feels like they focus more on overcharging customers than providing any real quality or value.

⚠️ Warning to others: Please think twice before dining here. It’s not worth your time, money, or effort.

Vu Lounge = Poor Food + Poor Service + Overpriced and Unethical Practices.

Amazing experience at VU LOUNGE, Hamza served us and provided excellent hospitality.

My steak was really nice, I got a New York steak and mash. Beautifully cooked!

I am really impressed with my visit here, and I wish to visit soon again!! Thank you so much 

One of the best beef steaks I’ve ever had!

I had an unforgettable dining experience at Vu Lounge. From the moment you walk in, you’re impressed by the modern design and lush green entrance — it truly sets the tone for a premium experience.

I ordered the tomahawk steak, and it was absolutely phenomenal — perfectly cooked, incredibly juicy, and seasoned to perfection. The presentation was top-notch, and the rosemary touch added a lovely aroma. The side dishes, especially the fries and asparagus, complemented the steak beautifully.

The ambiance, lighting, and service were all excellent — elegant yet relaxed. If you’re a steak lover, this place is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be back!

Had an incredible birthday night here. The shisha was smooth with great flavour, and the premium steak was cooked right in front of us—so juicy, tender, and full of flavour. The vibe was chilled but lively, and the staff were super friendly. They even surprised me with a birthday dessert! Highly recommend for a fun celebration.

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