Head over to @markethalls in Canary Wharf to grab a bite from one of the many food vendors (plenty of halal options) or alternatively get a picnic together, along with your friends & spend an hour or more on the water with @goboatcanarywharf 🛶 

Obviously I was going to choose @gopalscorner for my food of choice, with zero regrets 😍

Renting the boats costs £95 for an hour & the maximum number of passengers is 8 in total. Picnics & dogs are encouraged! 🐶 Alternative locations are Kingston, Paddington & even Birmingham📍

Book in advance to avoid disappointment & leave yourself plenty of time to find the correct docking point. *For Canary Wharf, find the Go Boat counter next to Hawksmoor*

#hfblondon

@halalfoodbae's review of Gopal's Corner Canary Wharf on Instagram

Gopal’s Corner

Was really looking forward to this and it didn’t disappoint. I went on Saturday 2 Jan 2026 lunchtime and it was quite busy generally in the food hall, but after ordering at the counter, the food was ready in a timely manner. I ordered the fried chicken banana leaf meal (husband had the chicken curry banana leaf meal) and a side of mutton rolls. It was all beautifully presented and the taste lived up to how it looked. I thought it to be really good value for money, the portions are generous without losing any quality of taste. Everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. The mutton rolls were a generous size, crispy, spicy and delicious. The fried chicken was very tasty and not too greasy or oily. All the acompaniments - veggies, potatoes, sauces, rice, popadom, fried chilies - were great.

My husband and I were staying at the Marriott hotel opposite, so location wise was perfect. Also close to the Elizabeth line for anyone coming that way.  I’d already gotten fed up of the abundance of restaurants in the area which charge a lot of money and deliver a subpar experience (average food, ridiculous upcharges, etc). Gopal’s corner is one I’m definitely going to return to when we stay at the Marriott again, and I can imagine I will eat there multiple times during our stay.

Thanks to Mr Gopal and team for satisfying my spicy Asian food fix!

The banana leaf meal is quite expensive for the quantity provided. Unfortunately, the food was served cold, which was disappointing. The overall preparation was very basic and the taste was below average. The mutton curry included in the meal was bland and lacked flavor. The side dishes were below average and did not meet the expected standard. The only positive aspect was the roti, which was well prepared and enjoyable.

I ordered the £9.95 lunch deal from Gopal's Corner in Canary Wharf. I chose the prawn roti wrap accompanied by fried okra fries with the mint yoghurt dip. The cold Malaysian pulled tea (teh tarik) was incredibly refreshing on a hot day.

The staff were friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere and service were excellent. Highly  recommend coming here for delicious Malaysian street food!

Authentic Malaysian food! Reasonable price and great service from the cook and waitress. Definitely recommend

Food was ok though abit salty - enjoyed their Mutton Rolls, Curries was ok, their Roti was on the thicker side and wasn't really a fan od their Dosa...

We don’t sell alcohol but all three Markethalls sites in Oxford street, Victoria and Canary Wharf have a bar.

Hazev

Hazev is one of those places that quietly wins you over — and then suddenly you’re planning your next visit before you’ve even paid the bill.

The food is proper comfort done well. The moussaka was rich and comforting in a “someone’s mum really knows what they’re doing” kind of way, and the lamb shank? So tender the meat basically gave up and fell off the bone on its own. No fight. No drama. Just vibes.

And then came the kunafa… crispy, syrupy, dangerous. The kind of dessert where you say “let’s share” and immediately regret inviting anyone else.

Service deserves a special mention — warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without hovering every two minutes asking if you’re enjoying everything while you’re mid-bite.

I write and review food over on Your Food Fantasy, and this is genuinely the kind of meal that reminds me why I love doing it.

All in all, great food, great hospitality, and a lovely spot in Canary Wharf for a relaxed, satisfying meal. Come hungry. Leave happy. Possibly loosen your belt a notch.

Highly recommend.

It was a truly wonderful experience! The meat was exceptionally tender and practically melted in the mouth. They also provided complimentary fresh bread. Furthermore, the starters were just as delightful as the main courses.

The sütlaç I had for dessert was absolutely mouthwatering. It was such a light and pleasant treat. The Turkish tea was also quite good, though perhaps it could have been a bit hotter, but otherwise, I have no complaints.

Additionally, they thoughtfully provided a space for prayer upon request, which was incredibly convenient and allowed me to enjoy my stay without rushing.

Been to Hazev many times and never fails to disappoint.  Had mixed meze starter, mixed grill main and Tricele Caramel for dessert  with a virgin pina colada.  The mixed grill kebab and chicken was succulent and great flavour.  The Tricele was a great way to finish, the milk adding a lovely bit of flavour.  Must go for anyone looking for a Turkish in Canary Wharf.

Wonderful place for Mediterranean cuisine! It’s right on the water, in a great location.
The interior is elegant. It has warm lighting, velvet seating, and nice background music.

The server was wonderful. Very friendly. Very attentive.

The menu is large. It was difficult to decide what to order. In the end I ordered the calamari as an appetizer and my husband ordered the falafel. The calamari was tender and delicious. The falafel was pretty bland. I’ve always had it served with tahini. This was served on hummus, but the hummus was also pretty bland. I would not order that again.

For our entrees I ordered the Masukka and my husband ordered the sea bass. The Masukka was delicious but I bit into a small piece of gray plastic. I told the waiter and he apologized profusely and removed the Masukka from our check and insisted on giving us a complimentary dessert. My husband loved his sea bass. It was excellent. I had a glass of Sauvignon blanc with my dinner. It was lovely.

After our waiter removed the Masukka our bill was £73.

I would return again. The food and service, ambiance, and views were wonderful.

Come for birthdays and celebrations!

Staff were super friendly - we had a birthday party and we brought our own cake. They kindly stored it in the fridge for us until desert. We also had a “Party” light stand and they also allowed us to use it! I’ve gone to many restaurants that won’t allow us to do this, therefore for this reason alone, come to Hazev for any celebrations.

The restaurant is huge - lots of tables of any sizes. It wasn’t full when we were there on a bank holiday evening. so I’d like to think you can probably find spaces on most days.

Food wise was very good. We just came back from Turkey so we were keen to try this. Some dishes were even better than the food we had in Turkey. Best dish was the Hazel Special with Aubergine Cheese sauce - that was so good.

All meat on our menu is Halal. We do serve alcohol.

BOKAN 37

We had such a lovely time here. The view is genuinely amazing. One of those places where you just want to sit and stay a bit longer. Cocktails were spot on, beautifully balanced, and the staff couldn’t be nicer: warm, attentive and easygoing.
We enjoyed absolutely everything. Definitely recommend.

Was told this was a brunch place but it is not. Food was nice in general but the menu was not too big and quite elaborate with no alternatives for younger visitors. Ambiance was stuck up, waiters were the same and even though I was sitting by the window I didn't enjoy the view but the buildings across the street.  All accompanied by a pricy ticket.
I dont recommend this place.

The view over London is absolutely stunning, and the service is friendly and attentive. However, the food doesn’t quite live up to expectations, especially considering the prices. Great spot for drinks, but I’d skip the meal.

Didn't know what to expect of a restaurant in a hotel...but it was really worthwhile! The restaurant is on the lower of the 3 top floors (with the top being a mediocre rooftop bar, and the middle floor being a mix of food/bar) - strongly recommend to go with the set menu in the restaurant on floor 37, nice window seat, and view over London during sunset. Impeccable service, well curated food, fair prices for the setting.

The best terrace in Canary Wharf!
The staff is very polite and welcoming.
We came around 18:30 on Friday without the reservation, there were a few tables available, which was a great surprise for me, as the weather was amazing that evening. Obviously, at approximately 20:00 the patio was already full!
Thanks a lot!

We do serve halal but it has be pre-ordered 48 hours prior and prepaid in advanced. We only do chicken breast and obviously the vegetarian and fish.

Bokan 37

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Gallio

We visited Gallio in Canary Wharf on January 3rd to celebrate a massive milestone—our engagement, my fiancé’s birthday, and a late Christmas/New Year treat. Since we arrived at 16:30, the restaurant was pleasantly quiet, which made for a lovely, intimate atmosphere.

The interior design is stunning, and I especially loved the open kitchen featuring that massive, beautiful copper oven. You can tell the team works well together; they seemed relaxed and professional. We were greeted warmly and shown to our table immediately.

We booked through First Table (50% off food). While our server, Dalia, wasn’t initially aware of the deal, she handled it perfectly—she checked with her manager and confirmed everything on the menu was included. Our main waiter was also fantastic, bringing a really positive energy to the table.

As for the food—honestly, wow! The flavors were incredible. The fish literally melted in our mouths, and the sauces were perfectly balanced. We made sure to pass our compliments to the chefs. It was the perfect spot for our celebrations. Highly recommended!

Our first visit to Galio was absolutely amazing. The food was outstanding, full of flavour, beautifully presented and clearly made with care. Every dish we tried was delicious and perfectly balanced, and the breads were simply incredible.

The desserts were the highlight to finish the evening. Sweet, rich and gorgeous. We truly enjoyed every single bite. The atmosphere was warm and stylish, making the whole experience even more special.

This place left a fantastic first impression on us. An unforgettable dinner, and we will definitely be back very soon. Photos attached because the food speaks for itself.

Absolutely worth the visit – food, atmosphere & service all on point

I had the pleasure of dining at Gallio in London and it was truly a wonderful experience from start to finish. The menu offers plenty of choice and the quality of the food really stands out.

What really stood out was the staff. They were incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely involved. Our waiter THIRVPATHI was very helpful friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu. His recommendations were spot on and made the experience even better, you really feel taken care of here.

The restaurant has a cozy, warm atmosphere with a beautiful interior that makes you feel comfortable right away.

Definitely worth a visit for the food, service and overall vibe. Highly recommended!

Very unassuming restaurant. Ended up here merely as there were no other places to go as all pubs bars were fullly booked, as were  most restaurants and we were lucky to get a table at Gallio. The staff were very accommodating. Loved the food which was a pleasant surprise. All bread is freshly baked, very delicious. Meatballs were perfect and had a bit of a kick too which married well with the fresh bread. The croquettes were really good too. The Lamacun was great, big portion. Hummus also delicious. Felt like we ate good quality good all freshly cooked.

My wife and I had a great experience at Gallio for their Bottomless Pizza Brunch. We enjoyed delicious starters and opted for the Patatas Bravas and Lamb Kofte Meatballs, which we shared. Both were full of flavour! We then enjoyed a pizza. Lots of unique pizza choices on the menu, which was fantastic. I enjoyed the Lamb Pizza, which included spiced lamb, harissa, red cabbage, and a tahini yoghurt drizzle. The topping was very generous, and the pizza cooked to perfection in their huge pizza oven. This was all accompanied with bottomless prosecco, and a very welcoming and attentive team of staff. I highly recommend you try this restaurant for yourself.

All our chicken and lamb meat is halal. We will also have a Sujuk (halal beef sausage) as an addition topping option.

Shake Shack Canary Wharf

This has to be the best service I have ever experienced and I think we can all guess that our server was ZUBER!! He helped place our order, hand delivered our food to the table and even sorted the dips - he made us feel like we were in a 5⭐️ luxury restaurant!

Shake shack never disappoints - please bring one to Bath!!

Food was nice  but service was not great, waiting time was high and my son ordered a  n additional item as a new order but it didn’t come after 30 minutes of order and when checked they missed the order but then again waited long. Staff needs training especially to prevent missing order and long waiting or acknowledging a delay or order issue to customer.

Fantastic food, and fast service. Delicious and fresh. Plenty of cheese and so much flavour. The Carrot cake shake was divine!

I was so pleased to learn the beef burgers are now halal, they are absolutely delicious! Big shout-out to employee Zuber for being super friendly and helpful (he even brought the food to my table). Great food and great service!

Big shout out to Zuber for make us feel at home. It’s like I never left Fiji. He was very welcoming and OMG the food is ok let me just say, the burgers officially the best in London 😊🙌🏽. Highly recommend the Korea bbq one. The bun just perfect. Keep what you guys are doing. Experience was so so good.

The chicken we use in our Chicken Shack and Chicken Bites in every UK Shack is halal-certified, including our 2021 festive Black Truffle Chicken item. 

However, we must highlight that we do also sell non-halal menu items in our business - as such, our beef is not halal. We hope this helps but if you have any more questions, please do reach out to us.

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