Embankment Station

460 Strand

Our chicken is Halal. You can ask staff to change gloves for your order if you wish as we do serve non-Halal beef and Pork.

Tortilla

Deliveroo UK

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. 

Winner of London's most romantic French-inspired restaurant

Clos Maggiore

Some fine dining places chase (Michelin) stars, this one puts them on the ceiling and walls! Their social media team work very hard to make sure you know about the decorations inside and these are as bountiful as the videos would suggest, but then this isn't a museum, it is a restaurant. And so we come to the food... I went on a Saturday and had the tasting menu and wine pairing. Both were lovely and well executed. Yet both felt like not enough thought had gone into them. Perhaps a little less time erecting a life sized polar bear(!), and a bit more time refining a more complicated menu would have been better in my opinion. Having said that, this will be a perfectly good tasting menu for most, and the price is very good. We all had a very enjoyable evening with a special mention to the very warm staff. All I would add is that it would benefit from a bar area for us to enjoy some drinks. We were ushered from the table after 2 hours and then placed in a very small and unwelcoming area which meant we preferred to go somewhere else afterwards. But when the restaurant looks this good, we would have happily stayed for more drinks!

I was so amazed with the christmas ambiance. While making my reservation I asked them to be seated near the fireplace if possible. They were so kind to give us a table right in front of the fireplace. We waited a bit more but it worths it. The service was excellent. The scallop and the crab cake was so good. We ordered baked beef for the main. It was for 2 people and huge. We liked it. A very good experience

Me and my husband celebrated our wedding anniversary here at clos. We got the 3 course menu - highly recommend seabass with yuzu as starter and short rib beef as the main. Panacotta was also lovely. Overall it was a value for money. Service was brillant. Perfect dining spot for special occasions

The restaurant is fancy, well designed and looks stunning both inside and out. The staff and service were excellent.
However, the food itself was very average, and the prices felt too high considering the portion size and overall flavor.
They did surprise us with a birthday cake, which was a lovely gesture, but at the end of the day, the food is what matters and it simply didn’t stand out.

Went with my girlfriend and her parents and had a truly amazing experience. The food was outstanding, which, matched with good service, wine, and drinks made the night unforgettable.

I had the scallop and the venison which were both very good.

We all had a very nice time and the atmosphere was truly outstanding too: the Christmas decoration made everything warmer. Would absolutely recommend also for romantic dates!

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

The chicken burger from @shakeshackuk

As many of you may or may not know, shake shack UK have now started serving up halal chicken burgers.

What you may not know is that's it's an absolutely rubbish burger and total waste of money!

If you have have been following my foodie journey you know I'm straight to the point and no nonsense. I feel it's my duty to tell you do not waste your time with this. 
Honestly, it was crap. The chicken had minimal usage of herb and spices. The breading was a single layer of hard glass like texture, it felt like eating chicken wrapped in glass. 
At £6.25, I feel like I was robbed. I've had better chicken burgers for £1.

Honestly, the underated zinger burger (with chips and drink for under £5) from KFC is 10 times better. 
Bad food makes me angry. 
Have you had this burger? Do u agree with me? Comment below.

Oh, if you want a good chicken burger. Then the tower burger from @meatgram. Chicken is halal.

@halalfoodguy's review of Shake Shack Leicester Square on Instagram

Shake Shack Leicester Square

Shake Shack Leicester Square is a fantastic spot for burger lovers. The burgers are incredibly tasty, made with fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection. The location couldn’t be better—right in the heart of Leicester Square, making it a convenient stop whether you’re exploring the area or catching a show.
What really sets this place apart is the staff. They’re friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help, which adds to the overall great experience. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing a quick bite, you’ll feel well taken care of.
Verdict: Delicious food, prime location, and excellent service. Highly recommended for anyone craving a quality burger in central London.

Don’t order the homemade iced tea if you’re expecting it to be sweet. The burgers are smaller than expected, but I loved mine — I came for the truffle burger. After all, it’s still a fast-food restaurant, so the service and atmosphere aren’t anything special, especially since it’s always busy. Another fast-food restaurant crossed off my bucket list!

First time trying and the food wasn’t the best. Cold chips and the burger was smaller than usual, without salt and lacking in flavor…
Although the service was great, really organized but we ended up waiting 15/20mim for our orders…
They have sauces free service, which was nice.

Even though my grandkids still love McDonalds I am gradually winning them over to Shake Shack. The founder of Shake Shack couldn’t be a nicer guy and a man with vision when he put in his first Shake Shack in my neighborhood in NYC. He understands food and he makes sure quality control is expected not a suggestion. How happy I was to be walking back from Selfridges to the Savoy when I saw the sign SHAKE SHACK. There is always something special about a great burger. Here you will not only find one but the price is right. If you are close to LEGOS follow the smell.

Great burger with very good quality ingredients. Juicy meat, fresh bun and excellent fries. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. The staff was also very friendly and helpful at the counter. Definitely worth a stop.

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.

Shake Shack

Everyone loves a bit’a PF Changs 🥢

Upon our 5th visit to this household name you won’t be surprised to hear that the FIRST thing we ordered was the Dynamite Shrimp; succulent, juicy shrimp coated in PF Changs special dynamite sauce...can’t go wrong! We also ordered the Mongolian Beef, which was sweet but peppery- great appetiser to wake up your taste buds. As a side we thought we’d experiment and go with something we really like - mash - with a twist, wasabi mash. It’s fair to say it wasn’t quite for our taste 😂, but again wasabi is always a hit or miss. The Kung-Pao Chicken was tasty too, though not as good as the Beef 🤤 The Grilled Salmon was coated in a lovely, crispy skin, just how we like it. One thing we always like about PF changs is the portion sizes are quite generous, which is always a plus, though I’m sure you guys would agree, we could eat 5 portions of the dynamite shrimp alone 🤤🤪

Food: 9/10
Settings: 7/10 
Service: 7/10
Overall: 7.7/10

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@twopeasfoodies's review of P.F. Chang's Leicester Square on Instagram

Some people still don't know that @pfchangsasiantable in Central London is halal, so here's a friendly reminder ☺ .

Famous for their Dynamite Strimp pictured. I've only been once when it first opened. Full review on the blog. By the way, this picture is from the PF changs in Dubai... My pictures when I visited in London are kinda rubbish .

Happy Friday! Enjoy the weekend!

@halalfoodguy's review of P.F. Chang's Leicester Square on Instagram

•P.F.CHANG’S•
📍Leicester Sq

Ordered:
🍤 Dynamite Shrimp
🍗 Dynamite Chicken
🥩 Mongolian Beef
🐓 Chang’s Chicken
🍜 Lo Mein Noodles
🍚 Egg Fried Rice
🍹 Yozakura Punch x2
🍰 Flourless Chocolate Cake
🍌 Banana Spring Roll
🍮 White Chocolate Bomb

This is one of our favourite food spots in central London, so you can imagine our excitement being invited down to visit @pfchangsasiantable new blossom room downstairs🌸. We’re suckers for beautiful picture worthy places so this definitely satisfied our picture needs and is such a great addition to their store 😍

Every dish here is plain old delicious. We love their famous dynamite shrimp and chicken here, though a little strong on the sriracha aioli mayo this time round, we still enjoyed! Usually our favourite main dish is their soy sauce caramelised Mongolian Beef (which goes lovely with the egg fried rice) but this time around they really smashed their sweet garlic chilli Chang’s Chicken dish, which went beautifully with the noodles!

Our favourite out of desserts had to be their Banana Spring Rolls, which were lightly drizzled in caramel & vanilla sauce and served with coconut and pineapple icecream😍🤤. We also thoroughly enjoyed the flourless chocolate cake but be aware, it’s very rich! Definitely a sharer and not for the faint hearted 😂

The mocktails consisted of mint, cherry, strawberry purée, orange, lime, elderflower and topped with ginger ale… Not the usual combination of flavours but so unique, sweet and tasteful!

✅ Fully Halal but mostly vegetarian
⚠️ Bar on site so alcohol is served.

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@cravingthathalal's review of P.F. Chang's Leicester Square on Instagram

P.F. Chang's

I’ve been to PF Chang’s a countless amount of times over the years, but I’ve never actually reviewed them.

Whenever there’s a special occasion, whether that’s a birthday, anniversary or we happen to be in London, then we usually come to PF Chang’s for dinner.

We always get the same items from their menu. For starters we get their dynamite shrimp and chicken dumplings, both of which are absolutely delicious. Their dynamite shrimp are probably the best I’ve had from anywhere in the UK.

For mains we always get: Mongolian beef, Chang’s Spicy Chicken and Low Mein Noodles. All of which are super tasty. I’ve had some issues with their Mongolian beef in the past where it’s a little too salty, but the last few times I’ve been, it’s been perfect.

My favourite from what we order is definitely the Chang’s Spicy Chicken. When you dip the crispy chicken into the sauce from the dumplings, it tastes phenomenal.

The staff here are great also, service is fast and the waiters/waitresses are really nice and make you feel welcomed. They’re very polite and make sure you’re happy.

In our most recent visit - Christmas Eve 2025, it appears they’ve changed some of their furniture and have given the place a fresh lick of paint.

Great place, will definitely continue to come here.

Do remember to reserve a table in advance.

We had to wait a bit outside since PF Chang’s was packed, but that’s usually a good sign and it was worth it. The restaurant was spotless, and the staff were incredibly professional and attentive. The food took a little while to arrive but every dish was delicious. I highly recommend the Mongolian Beef and the Pad Thai. Overall, a great experience!

Mo Eatz Approved!

Food excellent, don’t go in rush hour or busy times, I would recommend booking a table in advance to get a nice comfortable table. Food was lovely and service was good and not too dear, will definitely go back. Would highly recommend dynamite shrimp to start ( portions are after getting smaller!) Location was good (central London) interesting story as to how PF Chang’s started!

Good food, however there was a cold blast from the heating system where we were sitting by the door. Despite repeated requests it wasn't addressed which made it a bit uncomfortable on an alreasy cold day. Nonetheless enjoyed.

We dined in P. F. Chang’s on Monday 22nd September. We couldn’t recommend it enough; the food was delicious and the staff were very friendly and courteous. We especially enjoyed the honey chicken, the orange chicken and the vegetable spring rolls. Special mention to our waiter Mohammed who was very attentive and the lovely girl who came to us at the end of our meal (we didn’t get her name!) and was also very attentive and friendly. Very happy with our experience and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious meal.

Good Friend Chicken

The chicken thighs is really juicy. Every bite I take there is juice coming out from the chicken and leaking to my finger. The spicy flavouring kicks a little, just how I like it. A very good snacks to grab in winter as it’s serve hot.

Finally tried the viral chicken popcorn from Ji Chicken and it genuinely lives up to the hype! The chicken was super crispy on the outside and juicy inside, cooked to perfection with that addictively crunchy texture.

They’ve got loads of seasoning options to choose from, I went for the plum one and it was just right. The shop also serves loads of other chicken items and seafood along with wide variety of milk-teas and drinks, but I only tried the popcorn chicken this time.

The place is quite small and always busy (which says a lot about how popular it is), so be ready to wait a little.

The portion size is small to decent for £7, and yes, a bit pricey, but honestly the flavour, crunch, and freshness make it worth it. Definitely a must-try if you’re visiting Chinatown! I’m absolutely going back to try more next time!

Really good chicken shop. The popcorn chicken is my favorite. super crispy on the outside and juicy inside. Tastes amazing, 10/10. Would definitely go again.

As fried chicken connoisseurs, this was some of the best we’ve ever had.

We ordered the popcorn chicken - slightly on the pricier side, but absolutely worth it. The toppings added amazing flavour, and it wasn’t greasy at all.
Highly recommend

Not the biggest of shops but it was very busy inside and out and nonetheless and you can see why, they do all different types of chicken from a battered large chicken breast that has been flattened to popcorn chicken which seems to be the most popular. They fill up a small bag with a decent size portion of popcorn chicken and then have about eight different seasonings you can put on and then they shake it up in the bag and give you a long toothpick/fork to eat it with on the Go, tasted absolutely delicious.

Farzi London

Really impressed by the ‘pre-sales’ interaction from the team at Farzi as well as the dinner service itself.

I needed a private area booking for up to 10 of us two weeks before Christmas and with only 7 days notice. Savio on the customer service team really helped me to sort out the date, time and area we needed for the evening.

The meal itself was wonderful. The Butter Chicken Bao Buns, Lamb Kebab, Fish Gulzar and Beef Nihari being particular highlights. The reality though is that everything we ordered was excellent, great levels of flavour and heat throughout and everyone in our party thoroughly enjoyed all of the dishes. The great thing is that the dishes are all a little different to normal India cuisine which surprised all of us and left us wanting more.

The service during the meal was superb, we were waited on by 2 or 3 different team members during the evening ensuring that we had great food regularly and that wine and water was topped up effortlessly and without any prompts or nagging from us.

The surroundings in our private area as well as the decor of the restaurant are all beautifully colourful yet tasteful, and even at the start of the evening when our private area was a little chilly it was remedied immediately and we ended up being very comfortable.

I can’t recommend Farzi enough, not just for the amazing food but the staff were brilliant throughout - it’s this that makes the difference. Every single one of our party commented on it and all came away with the same feeling: we will be back again.

We had the most wonderful experience at Farzi! The booking process was straightforward and once we arrived, we were shown to our lovely table straight away.
Now the food- ABSOLUTELY incredible- in particular the starter options! We have never had anything like the chow mein bhel or the daal chawal arancini before, we have been recommending these 2 specifically to all our friends/family! They are the best items on the menu- well done Farzi!!! The mains were also delicious (CTM and lamb chops), the mocktails complemented our food well and I really enjoyed the Parle G cheesecake (though would suggest to crumble biscuit on the sides and then place a whole biscuit in middle!)
The staff were all very polite and kind, super friendly throughout the meal- and gave us a nice card for our anniversary which was hand signed- a really thoughtful gesture!
A very memorable dinner experience overall, with too quality food and staff- would definitely go again! Thanks Farzi team!!

Visited Farzi Café near Piccadilly Circus and overall had a very good experience. The chicken tikka masala in the main course was outstanding — perfectly spicy, full of flavour, and easily the highlight of the meal. For starters, the bhel and chicken dumplings were good and enjoyable. The daal was decent and went well with the bread basket.

In drinks, the mojito and chai coconut mocktail were both very nice and refreshing. However, the jasmine and mayo cooler was honestly a disaster — the flavour combination did not work at all. I would strongly recommend either improving it or removing it from the menu.

Overall, it was a good dining experience with great food and a nice atmosphere. Will definitely come back again, especially with a group. Highly recommended for Indian food near Piccadilly Circus.

Visited with a group of four and we were genuinely impressed. The drinks were brilliant, and the food was full of flavour with a great mix of modern and traditional touches. The atmosphere was lively, and the service was warm without being pushy. Overall, a great spot for a fun night out — we’ll definitely be back.

I came here on the 19th Dec 2025, before I went to see Moulin Rouge. The reason I’ve rated everything 5 stars is because I had a great time and food was wonderful. Only issue was that the dumplings I had were very spicy than I expected. Very delicious and I love spicy food, even when I need to gulp a huge glass of ice water afterwards. Also the mango lassi helped cool me down. For the main I had a classic chicken curry with garlic naan which was flavourful and not too spicy. Really enjoyed my meal. The atmosphere is amazing and I went in good time before it got really busy. The only improvement I’d suggest is better lighting in the bathroom because when I had to go, I can barely see my way around lol. Beautiful vibes though. I am very likely to come here again.

Farzi Cafe

Sticks'n'Sushi

Amazing sushi!! Super fresh salmon and tuna, really good quality! We ordered one of their pre-set menus for 3 people and it was definitely worth it! There was so much food and the variety was amazing! We really loved the summer roll-like sushi and cauliflower with sesame oil, such interesting flavours!! Definitely recommend to try! But everything was super tasty! Also the atmosphere was lovely, not too loud and the interior looks fantastic. Staff were very attentive as well, super quick service. Lastly, definitely recommend their matcha desert!!

A group of us with kids had a good lunch in this restaurant. The food was great & beautifully presented. We ordered x3 sticks menu Tsukune for the children and they loved it. For the adults we ordered x2 Set of Success & ala cart mixed nigiri (sushi). Everything came out delicious.
Our server, Naima has been wonderful. She gave recommendations and advice as it’s our 1st time here. She made sure all our food & drinks arrived and was always nearby when we needed service. Top notch service from her. Thank you Niama & team for making our lunch comfortable.

The only thing that’s on the negative side was the lighting. The big table we were allocated to was a bit on the dark side. It was not conducive for photo taking & reading the menu comfortably.

Perhaps next time we will request for a brighter table, especially when dining with kids.

Visit date : 8th November 2025

The sushi was excellent—super fresh salmon and tuna, with very good overall quality. We ordered the Four Meal Drive menu and it was definitely worth it. There was a generous amount of food and a great variety, making it ideal for sharing and it had very interesting and well-balanced flavours. Everything we tried was consistently tasty and well presented.

The atmosphere was lovely: not too loud, comfortable, and the interior design looks fantastic. It’s a good place to enjoy a meal without feeling rushed. The staff were friendly, attentive, and efficient, and service was impressively quick despite the restaurant being busy. A 12.5% service charge is applied, which felt reasonable given the level of service.

The only downside was the lighting. The table we were seated at was quite dark, which made reading the menu and taking photos uncomfortable. Other than that, it was a very enjoyable experience and I would definitely recommend it.

Absolutely fantastic experience. Wonderful knowledgeable staff, patient and always checking on us. Food was beautiful. And a very generous slice of chocolate ice cream cake compliments of the restaurant for our birthday 🎂. Prices were exceptional too...

We had the ‘As Good as it Gets’ menu for three people. It was a fantastic food experience with an insane amount of variety. Everything was delicious, and even the simple things (such as the Edamame) were taken to a new level.

The service was attentive as expected. The atmosphere was lovely, and the only issue I could find with it was that the lighting was slightly inconsistent depending on your table (we saw people using their phone torch to read the menu). Other than that, we have no complaints. Looking forward to visiting again!

We do have a couple of Halal options, mostly our chicken thighs, however, we must clarify that we grill everything in one grill/fryer and guarantee there will not be cross contamination. No alcohol goes in to our rice (no Mirin) but our sauces might have traces. This is the case for all our restaurants.

Sticks n Sushi

The South Bank in London has a multitude of wonderful places to eat. Here are just a couple of dining spots to whet your appetite.

@bunsik_london now have 3 locations, but the least manic location in terms of queues is on the Embankment, a stones throw away from the South Bank. If you want to try the best Halal Corn Dogs in London, then @bunsik_london is the place to visit. Halal items are clearly indicated on their menu.

After a leisurely stroll along the River Thames on the South Bank, another great place to try is @bobs_lobster, which currently has residency at the Terrace inside the @nationaltheatre. There are no Halal meat options, but most of their menu is Fish or Veg options. Dishes such as Lobster Roll and Crayfish Croquettes are amazing.

As the festive period is now approaching, there are so many awesome street Vendors you can checkout as well on the South Bank.

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@halal_chronicles's review of Bunsik on Instagram

Bunsik Embankment

Had another good experience at this branch. I really like thier sweet and spicy Korean fried chicken which pairs well with the fries, tteok-bokki and gimbap. On this occasion, I got the deep fried cheese and vegetables gimbap, which comes with one sauce.

The service was quite slow of my recent visit and the food took long to come out despite not being too busy. I did find the staff friendly and attentive on my recent visit

Having had good experience of this franchise at Chinatown, thought I would seek it out locally at the embankment branch. I ordered a half and half dog, with honey butter powder, buldak mayo and mayo. I couldn’t taste any of the honey butter powder as the corn dog was SMOTHERED in an overwhelming amount of sauce such that the corn dog itself became soggy and fell off the stick for the most part. The lady seemed to be busy with pre packing sauces and my order took 15 minutes. It was unfortunately a really sickening snack when I usually very much like it. I hope that they can be more attentive towards each order, regardless of how pre-occupied they may be with other orders/takeaways.

I ordered a portion of fried chicken bites with Bukdal Mayo to take away around 4.45pm at Villier St. (Ticket# 124) It was awful and inedible. The pieces are 85% batter and 15% chicken. Everything was overfried, the chicken in the middle dried out and rock hard it could break a tooth if not careful. I tried eating a few more pieces thinking I could find decent pieces but they are all rock hard! It was not like this before.

Came here as our daughter had seen the viral Korean corn dogs online and was desperate to try one. Not the biggest establishment but a huge selection of not only corn dogs but wraps, burgers and other related items, service was quick and the guys behind the counter welter friendly enough. Corn dog itself was delicious. Got a half and half chicken and mozzarella dog at £6.90 which seems a little pricey for what it actually was but the daughter was happy and it tasted great.

Another great quick treat before the theatre yesterday, very popular destination especially the one near China Town in Soho, this one in Embankment is a little quieter which means you have a chance to sit and relax while you eat your food. I have already reviewed the corn dogs which are great but yesterday we ordered the Korean Fried Chicken which didn’t disappoint, the chicken was crunchy, succulent and had just the right amount sauce, would definitely go back and try more dishes from the menu! Definitely recommend going if you have children, the cheese pull on the corn dogs is worth that alone!

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 separately to our non-Halal products.

Bunsik

Asma Khan's acclaimed Netflix-famous Indian eatery

Food that even your mother will appreciate and like... I took my mum, she loved it .

Head over to halalfoodguy.co.uk for the full review of @darjeelingldn where you can get some really nice homecooked style food from a all woman kitchen.

@halalfoodguy's review of Darjeeling Express Covent Garden on Instagram

Darjeeling Express

I had high expectations, as London’s hospitality scene is generally excellent. Given that this restaurant is on the more expensive side and has been featured on Chef’s Table, I expected a higher overall standard.

Some of the dishes were truly spectacular and delicious, and you could clearly feel the effort and creativity coming from the kitchen. Unfortunately, not everything worked for me. The main course was far too salty to eat. I mentioned this to the waiter, but no alternative or compensation was offered.

We were seated at a table right next to the entrance door, which was open most of the time. It was very cold and uncomfortable throughout the evening. Additionally, we were sitting on a bench without cushions, which made the experience even less pleasant. When we asked for a pillow or a blanket, we were told that none were available.

The service was friendly, but rather basic and not at the level I would expect from a restaurant of this reputation and price range.

Despite some excellent food, the overall experience did not meet expectations, and unfortunately I would not return

A must try!!
Incredible food, lots of spices and absolutely scrumptious. The staff was gracious and really recommended good food.
Keema toastie, ma chingri (prawns), chaiiiii, chicken momos  and the rose and cardamom soda are some of the best dishes I tried, and probably something I would recommend. What I really loved bout the food was it had not toned down the heat and spice that Indian food is rich in, something I've noticed in most Indian restaurants in London.

P.s keema toastie for the win :)

Beautiful food, homely flavours. My favourite was the Keema toasties, just melted in the mouth. The Dhal was also delicious and served in a cute mini teapot. I gave 4stars as the Masala chai was too peppery. Otherwise I will definitely be back 😁

Disappointing experience — not worth the hype

Went here on Pujo weekend after having already tried Chourangi, and honestly, I was underwhelmed after looking forward to it for so long. The menu isn’t entirely Bengali — why are there so many toastie options? The kosha mangsho was under-seasoned and had an odd stench. The prawn malaikari was decent but nothing special. The parathas felt amateur — Bengalis make far better ones at home.

The most disappointing dish was the papri chaat: only five papris with minimal toppings and what tasted like store-bought tamarind chutney. It looked sad and tasted worse — the least wholesome version of papri chaat I’ve ever had. The bhapa doi portion was also tiny, lacking the richness and generosity the dish deserves.

Overall, the menu missed key Bengali classics, and the whole experience lacked authenticity — especially after all the storytelling and media coverage. The back of the menu claims to serve food that “touches your soul,” but unfortunately, they broke that promise. I’d pick Chourangi over this any day.

As a proud Bengali, it’s disheartening to see our food misrepresented in taste, texture, and abundance. Our mothers work too hard in their kitchens for there to be a world where people pay this much for such mediocre Bengali food.

Decent Indian food but I cannot justify the price for the quality/quantity. We got the prix fixe menu and still paid twice as much compared to getting a la carte at Dishoom. The chaat was way too saucy and the courgette paratha was mediocre. We only had 2 small pieces to work with. Simple garlic naan would’ve been better to pair with the curries. The desserts were quite sweet and small in portion size. Drinks were subpar as well. Overall, would not recommend coming here with so many other great Indian restaurants available in London.

North African dishes served in souk-like rooms with tiles, lanterns, shishas and exotic fabrics.

Souk

The decorative in the restaurant is nice. Food was served very slow even we were the only table for a Sat. lunch. We like the garlic aubergine starter but the Harira soup was a bit too salty.

For the main dishes, chicken Tagine with prune was too sweet; mixed grill came with very tough/dry meat, although the “gravy” sauce was nice, it’s not a memorable dish; and the grilled octopus wasn’t very good quality of seafood. In general, we were slightly disappointed…

We arrived very late, just as the restaurant was about to close, yet they still kindly agreed to welcome us, which was incredibly thoughtful. We were seated in a small, very typical room full of charm — it felt authentic and cozy. The staff were exceptionally kind and attentive, the service was excellent, and the food was truly delicious, with a strong sense of tradition in every dish. They even offered us tea at the end. If you’re visiting London, this place is an absolute must — charming, warm, and genuinely memorable.

Had an amazing meal, couldn’t fault the service and had really welcoming staff. The lamb tagine was cooked absolutely perfectly, also had beef tagine and prawn dish all cooked very well. Will definitely return if we can. Thank you for a lovely meal!

First time trying Moroccan food and it was lovely. Interior is so nice and cosy and service was amazing - had the best birthday here, thank you!

Delicious Mediterranean food and authentic atmosphere. Variety of Moroccan tagines to grilled food. They also serve shisha outside

A Halal sign is clearly visible on the premises of this restaurant.

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Mamasons Dirty Ice Cream (Chinatown London)

I loved the Ube brownie I got it was warm and filling the pendan ice cream paired well with it also. I like the fast ordering system on the iPads and the service is very helpful! Love this place for your Filipino desserts 🍨 🇵🇭

Tried the popular Ube Bilong.
Very nice dessert.
Restaurant very small so difficult to get a seat.
Would recommend and go back.

HAND DOWN THE BEST ICECREAM PLACE EVER! I had halo halo  and billy 8 which had ube Icecream and I loved it sm! BILOG 8 was reallyyyy good like damn and it was my first time ever having ube icecream. Found my new best icecream! Although some people may say it’s bit expensive for just a icecream but honestly I think it’s really worth it! Will come back here everytime I come to China town.

I LOVE their ube ice cream so much!
I tried their ube brownie but it was a massive let down, tasted like I was eating sand!
I will definitely go back to have their ube ice cream again and again!
The mango sorbet was also tasty and refreshing.

Easy to use self service kiosk and the ice cream scoops were a good size (£6 for 2). Really good creamy almost sticky texture and lovely flavour. Able to sit inside which was a bonus

All our items are suitable for a halal diet.

Mamasons

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

Dishoom in London was an incredible dining experience and easily a place I would highly recommend. The food was unbelievably flavorful, with rich spices and bold, authentic tastes that made every dish memorable. Everything we tried was packed with depth and cooked perfectly.

The inside of the restaurant is absolutely stunning—beautifully designed with a warm, elegant atmosphere that feels both cozy and vibrant at the same time. The attention to detail in the décor really adds to the overall experience and makes it a great place to sit back and enjoy the meal.

Dishoom stays very busy for both lunch and dinner, and it’s easy to see why, so reservations are highly recommended. Between the amazing food, gorgeous interior, and lively energy, this is a must-visit spot when you’re in London.

We visited Dasham for a meal, and it turned out to be a truly wonderful experience. The ambience is beautiful and thoughtfully designed, creating a very pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. The decor adds to the overall charm of the place.

We ordered chola poori halwa, Parsi omelette, and qeema, and every dish was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely amazing. One of the highlights of our visit was the bottomless tea, which was especially comforting and perfect for the winter season.

The staff was extremely courteous and attentive, making sure we were well taken care of throughout our visit. The place does get a bit crowded, so making a reservation in advance is highly recommended.

Overall, Dasham offers great food, a lovely ambience, and excellent service. Highly recommended.

Overall I think the food is good and tasty, though I’m not entirely convinced the price tag is worth it as the portions are small. Lineup was considerable but they bring out chai tea to the waiting customers. As I don’t recall the specific dish names, it’ll be a bit generic. Shrimp: dry but flavourful. Okra fries: well seasoned, crispy. Baked rice: average. Chicken curry: rich, recommended. Salad: not very impressive.

I usually go to this restaurant, and Dishoom never disappoints. It’s one of my favourite restaurants.

I ordered the Chilli Cheese Toast, Pau Bhaji, Okra Fries, and Vegetable Samosas, and everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavour.

The chilli cheese toast was perfectly crispy, the pau bhaji was really tasty, the okra fries were crispy and enjoyable, and the vegetable samosas were fresh and tasty.

To finish it off, I had the Basmati Kheer with Masala Chai, which was really yummy and the perfect way to end the meal.
The atmosphere is great and the food is consistently amazing. I love coming here and would definitely recommend Dishoom.

Birthday brunch as a special treat and it certainly was! Very good and welcoming service. Our server explained everything to us and recommended a few dishes that were her favourites. The food was delicious and filling and we thoroughly enjoyed it! As it was my birthday, I was treated to a complementary stack of delicious cinnamon pancakes. Thank you Dishoom, we will be back!

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

Koshari Street

We were looking for halal food on Christmas eve, luckily this place was still open & had seats. Alki & Mohamad were super friendly & helpful.  Food was delicious & huge in portion but my teenage sons had no problem gobbling it all down.

Delicious food with amazing flavours. Made a large order for our office lunch the morning of. It all arrived well packaged, perfectly on time and it was delicious! The regular size was also a great amount of food to feel full. Definitely a must try!

I had an amazing experience at Koshari St in the St. Martin branch, thanks to Munna! From the moment I arrived, Munna was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and professional. He made great recommendations, ensured everything was perfect with my order, and provided service with genuine warmth and a smile.

It’s rare to find someone who truly cares about customer satisfaction the way Munna does. His positive attitude and dedication made my visit enjoyable and memorable. I’ll definitely be returning and I’ll be looking for Munna next time!

Highly recommended! 👏👏

Amazing food! great staff, very welcoming and positive. The food was delicious. Definitely a spot to come back

My friend and I were looking for a light dinner on our way towards Covent Garden and it was by chance that I saw their board say "Egyptian" I was curious what was on the menu. I didn't know what Kosher is but my friend who lives in KSA told me and we decided this would be perfect. We got lentil soup and their chicken bites. It was the most delicious food we had that day. The flavours were exceptional, tangy and brought warmth. Akil who served us was friendly and amazing interpersonal skills. We didn't realise the shop closing time and were just sat there chatting after eating. We noticed after he informed new customers it was closed. He was so polite. Thanks for this great places. Definitely coming back.

YORI Korean Restaurant (Covent Garden)

Second time trying Korean food. This place is really nice, nice flavour to all the food we ordered. Not too spicy and not to bland. Drinks were nice. Only down side was service, one guy was controlling the whole floor, the time difference between our first dish to the table to last was half hour so by the time the last dish arrived we were almost done anyways. Also had to ask three times for the missing dishes. It was a Saturday night and it was full, but thats to be expected so one guy to one floor was never going to cut it.

We went to YORI Restaurant the other evening. The food was good – not mind-blowing, but nicely done and definitely enjoyable. The place itself is quite small, so we had to wait outside for a bit before getting a table. Still, once we were seated, with the rain drizzling outside and a glass of wine in hand, the whole thing felt wonderfully cosy. It’s a lovely spot for a relaxed evening, especially if you don’t mind a bit of waiting.

Tasty Korean food and very friendly service. Recommend the seafood pancake and pork soup which comes with rice. The complimentary side dishes were very welcome. The beef and veggie soup was a bit too seasoned salty and sweet

Our waiter was super friendly and helpful.

Went here for lunch on a Sunday and loved the food as well as the service. We got soju, ramen, pork bibimbap, pork dimsums and the kimchi pancake. The ramen and dimsums were the highlight of the meal for us. I personally would not recommend the kimchi pancake and the mains had very little meat. Other than that, I loved the meal!

We went to Yori with some friends from Germany and unfortunately we were left disappointed. The food was so expensive but the portions were rather small. The waiter kept coming and picking up our plates, rushing us, although there were clearly left overs on the plate. Personally will not return

Yori

Casual Thai eatery with group tables and benches

Busaba Covent Garden

I recently visited Busaba in Covent Garden. The service was a little on the slow side, but the food easily made up for it. We ordered the sharing platters, and every single item on them was packed with flavour—fresh, well-seasoned, and genuinely delicious.

The standout dish of the night was the Mussamen Lamb. It was extraordinary: tender, rich, and beautifully balanced. We also had the Pad Thai, a classic choice, and it didn’t disappoint—comforting, tasty, and exactly what you expect from a well-made version of the dish.

Overall, despite the slightly slow pace of service, the food quality was impressive and consistent. A great spot if you want bold flavours and a relaxed dining experience in the heart of Covent Garden.

We ordered the Tom Yam Goong and waited a considerable amount of time. When it finally arrived, we were met with absolute disappointment. The single fork full of noodles I managed to lift was literally the only noodles in the entire bowl of soup. The broth itself tasted like watered-down tinned tomato – completely bland and inedible, lacking any of the authentic Thai flavours you'd expect from Tom Yam.

We politely mentioned it was fine but asked if we could get more noodles. The kind waitress (the only redeeming aspect of this experience) was lovely and understanding throughout. The same bald waiter who "greeted" us then shoved the bowl (it can only be described as a pitiful portion of plain noodles) onto our table without a word.

Between the appalling service from the kitchen and that particular waiter, we decided to leave. We came for lunch and left hungry. Thank you to the one waitress who tried her best to salvage this disaster. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone.

We visited Busaba Covent Garden to celebrate our daughter’s birthday as party of 6. The staff was very attentive and made every effort to make it special for us. The decor is passable but quality of food made up for lack of decor. Would highly recommend the  calamari, spring rolls, sharing platter for two, crispy duck noodles, sirloin steak and king prawn red curry.  Everything ordered came out lovely really. All of the staff were very friendly especially Gian who served us. Thank you!

Whether you eat in or get delivery, this food is outstanding! Fresh ingredients, delicious variety of options to choose from. If you haven't tried thier calamari yet, drop everything and order it now! It's phenomenal! And the high standards are consistent thru all branches too. And always friendly smiling staff. Great restaurant

Buzzing atmosphere and good service. We got the same meal as usual and found the quality to be pretty similar to other branches - however the mango sticky rice was not good at all - very dry and no real taste today which was unfortunate. The satay chicken, khao red pork, calamari, and duck noodles were all fantastic and very reasonably priced. We will be back soon!

Most of our chicken dishes are halal! Just check with the manager on duty to find out which ones.

Busaba

Real Beijing Food House

Old Beijing Copper Hot Pot + BBQ for £30.6 (for two) — crazy good value!

So many choices and everything tastes great.
BBQ items are flavourful and well-seasoned, and the copper hot pot comes with a wide variety of meats, seafood, and fresh vegetables you can keep refilling.

For this price in London?
High value, lots to eat, and genuinely delicious.

Real Beijing Food House is one of the best places for authentic Beijing-style copper hotpot in London Chinatown. The charcoal-fired copper pot instantly warms you up, and the sliced lamb is fresh, tender, and not gamey at all—perfect with sesame sauce. We chose the hotpot buffet (£32.8 pp), which had everything we wanted, and the BBQ being half price was a great bonus. Rich broth, generous portions, lively atmosphere—especially comforting in winter. Definitely a go-to spot for hotpot lovers craving real Northern Chinese flavors.

Absolutely love this place!
The flavours are incredibly authentic — truly tastes like home. Fresh meat, lots of choices, and that real Beijing-style hotpot taste make it such a unique spot in London. A comforting, nostalgic meal every time. Highly recommend!

Lovely hotpot place in Chinatown! Large variety of side dishes you can add to the hotpot. The chicken broth was incredible. Also it’s halal! Lovely and modern atmosphere, friendly and attentive service, and a great place to try hotpot or have a dinner. I definitely recommend trying their all you can eat, however what you don’t finish will get charged. I highly recommend 💛

Three reasons I recommend it:
1.	Very fresh—fish and prawns were safe and tasty.
2.	Fast service—no waiting around like other all-you-can-eat places.
3.	Lots of choices—even pork kidney and konjac knots. Seafood looked freshly cut, not frozen.

All of our beef, chicken and lamb dishes are Halal.

Real Beijing

UberEats UK

Brazilian, Mexican & Latin American dining

Las Iguanas - London - Royal Festival Hall

A quick lunch where the service was quick. Not busy when we arrived. Mocktails were good. Vegetarian options not so good at this branch. Potatoes with cheese dip was  heavy as a starter - so much so that we had to change our order. Fajitas were as good as always as was side salad but the star of the show were the Churros - Light batter and piping hot. A thing of beauty. Bill included service charge which we detest but paid.

I went there for my Christmas dinner with my colleagues and it was a very pleasant experience! The food was amazing 😍 I ate the chicken fajitas with the beetroot starter and everything was delicious and the portions were good! The atmosphere is nice, and good to go with friends or family! Carmen and Mauro were our waiters, they were super nice and helpful! I highly recommend it 🤩

Went there with my friends for a Christmas dinner and we had a great time.

They have a really good offer for the Christmas menu (pic below). 2 items for £20 or 3 for £35. Compared to other places this is a cheap menu.
You can also get 2 cocktails for £15.

I recommend doing a booking in advance especially in this festive period.

It can be a bit loud when it’s full

Me and the girls came for a bottomless brunch on a Saturday evening. The music and vibes were soo fun and warm and the service was amazing. Ivo was our main server and the drinks were flowingggg, plus the food was delicious, the XimXim curry has some good flavour.
Such a great night

This place is crap and expensive. Came here a few weekends ago and no one in our group of 5 enjoyed their meal (some didn't want to start and suggested we just walk off it was that bad) because the quality was just utter crap. The enchiladas were nuked slop, the burgers were dry and the fries were cold rubber and my salad (see photos) was yellow lettuce, dry chicken and randomly included over powering pickled onions not mentioned on the menu for £17! They also forgot the avocado in the chicken avocado salad. The 241 cocktails had barely any alcohol in them. I also don't know how they would have passed a hygiene inspection. Avoid this place at all cost.

All chicken is Halal. Ask for a Halal menu.

Las Iguanas

High-quality speciality cuts from around the world

Steak and Company - Leicester Square

Had a great experience at Steak & Company Leicester Square. The service was excellent — a big thank you to Sally, who looked after us so well throughout the meal.

There are great halal options available, which was a big plus. We ordered the Ocean Ribeye, which was absolutely amazing — cooked perfectly and full of flavour. The starters were great too, and we finished with the rhubarb crumble, which was lovely and the perfect end to the meal.

Would definitely recommend for quality steaks, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere.

I cant rate this place high enough.
We had the most amazing meal everything was perfect and honestly one of the tastiest meals weve ever had but what made the experience more perfect was the service from Joao.
From start to end he was attentive, nothing was too much trouble and he gave recommendations and made us feel so looked after. He went above and beyond bringing us a drink for our celebration and adding a sparkling candle to our desert.
It was all in all a lovely pleasant and delicious experience which in a busy restaurant in central london isnt always the case.
We will be back soon :)

We came here after a show and we both ended up ordering the rump steak. It was cooked perfectly and the service was amazing. Just what we needed after a long day and a great show.  Joao was put server and was attentive and wanted everything to be right for us. Highly recommend.

Came here as a large group for our Christmas meal and everyone really enjoyed their steak.

I enjoyed mine and this is actually our second time coming here for a Christmas meal, which says a lot. We were given free bags which were a nice touch.

The cocktails were very nice, the Mai Tai was especially good and nicely strong.

That said, it was very smoky inside from the sizzling steaks, especially with some tables cooking their own, and it was very loud, to the point where we struggled to have a proper conversation. Most people also felt the desserts were a bit on the rich side.

Overall, great food and brilliant service, just be prepared for the noise and smoke… I came out smelling like a grill. 🙃

Popped into this steakhouse in between activities we had planned & was honestly so surprised by the hospitality of the staff & General Manager, Diego! We are not people who like over the top hospitality, but this place was perfect, just right attentive staff, pouring your wine & even providing free limoncello shots for us all, for our son’s 18th birthday! Food was beautiful, the best Mac & Cheese I’ve had in the UK! Top class all around & we will definitely be back! Many thanks x

We have halal menu available in all our branches.

Steak and Co

YORI Piccadilly Circus Korean BBQ

The food at Yori was absolutely delicious. We started with the Korean fried chicken and kimchi, but It would be nice if the kimchi had a bigger portion. In regard to the barbecuing, we ordered the beef set, which filled me and my friend up. The staff were attentive and welcoming, which made the whole visit even more enjoyable.

Lovely Korean restaurant near Picadilly Circus. We ordered a number of dishes including their Korean fried chicken, beef bulgogi bibimbap, tteokbokki and the Korean prawn bokkeumbap (fried rice). It would have been great if the food had came out hotter.

The staff there were warm and welcoming, always ready to help out. The restaurant itself has a cosy and nice atmosphere and service was good.

The food was DELICIOUS!!! The bbq was amazing and same thing with the pajeon. Defo recommend, also their music choice in the restaurant is great 😂 The customer service amazing!!! Everyone is so sweet and understanding honestly! They need a pay rise 💗🥰

I’d been really looking forward to an authentic Korean meal, but the dinner turned out to be underwhelming.The staff were genuinely lovely warm, attentive, and quick to help but the food let the side down. The chicken bites arrived lukewarm and had to be sent back. The stone bowl rice (seafood) was bland and had almost no discernible seafood. The beef stew had tender meat and was the best part of the meal, yet it was noticeably over-salted.Overall, the dishes lacked the bold, balanced flavours I expect from Korean cooking. Nothing felt particularly fresh or vibrant.Verdict: Friendly service can’t quite make up for the lacklustre, under-seasoned food. At these prices in central London, I expected much more.

It was very easy to make reservation on Google Maps. We were craving for some Korean barbecue and we ordered the beef selection.

Some of the smaller pieces come with very nice marble however the quantity wasn’t that much there is a piece of bigger steak, and some other that are marinated.

When we first put the meat on the grill, the grill wasn’t completely heated up so the steak wasn’t the best and no staff told us when the grill  would be ready.

On top of that we ordered a Seaford pancake, mushroom fried glass noodle and a soup with rice.

The rice wine in a bowl is a must to order. It is very delicious and with low alcohol percentage.

We had a very nice time there drinking rice wine and eating. Three of us and we had a full tummy.

It was £120 for 3, not bad for London price, especially we had alcohol.

Brigit's Bakery & Afternoon Tea Bus Tours

We had an excellent time at Brigit’s.  We had 11 people for Afternoon Tea.  They were incredible organized, and had 5 star communication and service.  The Christmas Tea was delicious and the addition of Christmas crackers at the table was a nice touch.  They did an excellent job accommodating the various rotary requirements of the group.  As a group, our students loved the scones, but didn’t love the sandwiches as much.  But I think everyone has different tastes and preferences and that isn’t a reflection on Brigit’s and the quality of food and care they provided to their work.  Would definitely recommend them.

We went for the Grinchmas afternoon tea with Brigit Bakery aboard the London bus which left promptly on time from Victoria Coach Station. From the moment of checking in, the staff were so friendly and helpful (not grumpy at al like the Grinch!!) that we set off on a merry note.
As I am a photo freak, the drivers and staff on board, really helped take some nice photos. And the food was amazing!!
We also had a choice of hot and cold drinks (alcohol must be pre- ordered) and loved the lemon-ginger tea in the cold weather. The guide on board gave us a description of all the important landmarks which was a real bonus!
And in the end we get to sing the Grinch carol!
Despite being adults we enjoyed every bit, something we couldn't do when we were children! So thank you.

Flew into London with my wife before the Christmas holiday. We wanted to do something fun and festive with a tea service and came across this grinch themed bus tour. The staff and food were excellent. My wife has a gluten allergy and they were able to accommodate. JP and his staff did an excellent job of keeping the tour, fun and engaging for all ages. We would definitely recommend this as a fun experience to see the city and also do a tea service.

We booked the afternoon tea experience for two and had a great time!

The staff was very friendly and accommodating.

The bus is super cute. It's a 60 year old bus and while it made the ride a bit bumpy at times, it felt very fitting and special! The tour lasts between 1:20-1:30h

Now to the food: I had been to Brigit's bakery before and the afternoon tea once again delivered! The appearance, taste and texture of all goods was fantastic - both the savory and the sweet!
About halfway through you also get a warm scone with clotted cream and jam.
It's plenty of food and if you don't manage to eat it all during the tour you get a takeaway box.

They serve different teas and coffees and it's unlimited. Due to the bustour being a bit bumpy at times, the tea is served in a to go cup with tea bags. You also get to keep the cool to go cup.

During the drive they play some interesting information on the sights you pass by (Royal Albert Museum, National History Museum, Harrods, Marble Arch, Hyde Park, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square etc.) as well as really good music!

They do not have a toilet on board but there are toilets at Victoria Coach Station.

We were visiting London on a trip to Europe in October and this was one of the first things we booked. It was a fantastic experience and we loved Paddington before the high tea bus tour but even more after. It hit all the spots in London from the movies and it was an authentic experience. The tour guide and team were excellent - they couldn’t have made the experience any better.

Our bus tours and Covent Garden bakery all offer halal options.

Brigit's Bakery

Modern kebab house serving sensational dishes made from scratch

Up market kebabs from @eatlebab in Kingly Court. Another halal restaurant as jointed kingly Court. Pictured is the Lamb flat bread off the lunch menu .

Really liked this, loads of flavours from different fresh spices in this. Chicken and lamb halal. .

I didn't like the last photo so posted this one. 🤦‍♂️

@halalfoodguy's review of Maison Bab Covent Garden on Instagram

Le Bab Covent Garden

Le Bab is one of the coziest spots near Covent Garden, with lovely staff and fantastic food. I went especially for their legendary paneer kebab—and it did not disappoint. Perfectly crunchy, paired with the right sauces, it was easily the highlight.
We also tried a few recommended starters, and they were absolutely mouth-watering.

We ordered a working lunch from Le Bab, was incredible! The Humous was smooth, the beef brisket was so tender with the lovely sauce on top. All the flatbreads were stunning. The food went down a treat, and was all prepared with love!

This review was made in connection with a toast promotion.

Pretty good food, loved the broccoli starter and the lamb kebab was also delicious. Fresh ingredients. Would have rated 5 with bigger portions. Friendly staff.

My family and I had a very delicious meal at Le Bab (Maison Bab).

We ordered the Dirty Bab, the Butter Panner Kebab and the Greek Salad. The portions of all the dishes are very substantial. The combination of vegetables and lamb slices with the different sauces made the Dirty Bab very juicy. The Butter Paneer Kebab was very creamy and delicious. The Greek Salad was a very generous serving, and complemented the tart and slightly spicy flavours of the other main dishes.

Also, we received excellent service from all the staff. The waiter, Urial was very friendly and courteous, and made us feel very welcome. All in all,  we really enjoyed our meal at Le Bab, and highly recommend this restaurant.

The aubergine sabich was DELICIOUS. So flavorful!! The hummus super food bowl was also fantastic. The only thing they could improve is the music. The vibe was very nice, but the Anglo pop and ballad hits playlist really had nothing to do with the rest of the experience.

All our lamb and chicken is Halal but please let your server know when you arrive so we can advise on any other items. We are trying hard to make the menu as inclusive as possible so sometimes there are other Halal meat options!

Maison Bab

The Delaunay

I had a wonderful time at The Delaunay CAFE, ate an delicous Schnitzel, drank a very good beer and enjoyed a good real hot chocolate! The staff was all extremely friendly and I felt transported back on time, in the 20's!!!! Absolutely loved it and will be back!

Note: I'm not talking about the main restaurant (where I've felt treated arrogantly) I mean in the other side from the other entrance from the side... Absolutely wonderful experience! Thank you to all the staff! 😊

A true classic and a wonderfully charming spot - perfect for a relaxed lunch or a special-occasion dinner. The space is full of character and feels timeless without being stuffy. Excellent value for money, especially for the quality and atmosphere. The Swiss soufflé was a standout and worth the visit alone. Attentive, warm service throughout. Will definitely be back.

After speaking with a rather unfriendly lady at reception, we decided to leave: the place looked crowded, stressed out, and almost if I had to beg for a table.
When leaving we found they had a separate cafe on the side, with a reduced menu focused on cafes and sandwiches and a more intimate and cosy environment - staff were also incredibly friendly.
We ended up having a wonderful pork Schnitzel and a divine Sache torte with hot chocolate. Was surprised by their continental beer too.
I'd definitely come back! but to the cafe, not the main restaurant.

The food was very good buy not excellent our outstanding, for sure plates comes not in what you expect them to be from such a restaurant, looking at the steak plate it came without any garnish at all, it was just a steak piece in an empty plate. service was average and noise level is high. You may spend the same amount of money in a much better restaurant

I loved dining here, the food was great and tasty. The service was good. Good spot to go out and watch a show! The chicken was tasty, i would give it a 4/5 because it was slightly dry. That could be resolved with the sauce.

The only halal item on our menu is the chicken schnitzel but we are currently working on providing more halal dishes in the near future.

Modern tandoori dishes and curries served in lounge-style restaurant

Mint Leaf Restaurant & Bar

I came with my wife, the cocktails are excellent and the food was even better. They take an interesting take on Indian with ingredients like deer, rabbit and crab. Portions are generous and all dishes have a nice heat.

One of the best cocktail bar I’ve ever been! Especially I would recognise Peter, a very talented bartender, who is the most friendliest of all! Every spent money is worth at this place!  10/10

Great Indian food and cocktails in a cool environment similar to Hakkasan.

High end fine dining Indian Restaurant.
I’ve better had better as food lacked flavour!

Gladi experienced it and out of the way.

Embankment Station

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