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Marinated Lamb and Seafood Bibimbaps at Superstar BBQ, Korean favourites 😍 the beef was tender and seasoned beautifully, just about the better of the two! We couldn’t go to a Korean Restaurant and not order Duk Bok Gi, one of our best-loved starters, along with Crispy Calamari!

P.S. only chicken and lamb is halal. 
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@twopeasfoodies's review of SuperStar BBQ Holborn on Instagram

SuperStar BBQ

We had a great time at Superstar Korean BBQ! The lunch was absolutely yummy, and the food quality was excellent for such a decent price. I really loved the good vibe of the restaurant, which made the meal even more enjoyable. The staff provided good service and were very friendly throughout our visit. I truly enjoyed my experience and will definitely be coming back!

Great appetizers at Super Star, their kimchi jeon is fantastic! Their Korean Fried Chicken and Yuk Gae Jang is also very delicious and a must try. The Bibimbap portions were a little smaller than expected but good. The chicken fried noodles were ordinary.

This was my first time trying Korean and also experiencing cooking at the table.

The food was fantastic. Our waitress, Melissa was exceptional. She helped me choose from the menu, ensuring I got to sample the best and make choices that were both wide ranging yet economical.

I would definitely come back.

Ps. I only took two photos, the rest were videos and I can’t upload videos to show just how great everything was 💛

Great food. Great service. Will come back again. Try Bingsu for dessert.

Bibibamp were quite nice and authentic too.
Fried chicken is not so Korean style but good on its own style. Pancake was thin and crispy, how it should be!

We booked a Groupon voucher after checking the dates it was available, and when we arrived we were told they weren’t doing that anymore somehow. After showing them the voucher and the fact that it’s still valid and listed on the website, they reluctantly sat us down and told us they’re gonna make an exception. For what? We were still paying customers and they made us feel so unwelcome.

On top of that, when the food arrived it was all horrible. We ordered the side of 5 dumplings and they brought us 2 (despite the menu listing 5), and when we asked why they said they changed it for the Groupon vouchers. Again the change not listed anywhere. Because three pieces of frozen dumplings will really make a big difference to their revenue🫠 Also the Fried chicken was practically inedible - pink inside, and the chicken bibimbap smelled and tasted of fish! No idea whether they just didn’t care to cook our food properly or what was done to it but it was one of the worst meals I’ve had in London.

The whole evening we felt so unwelcome and treated poorly so we had to leave as the food was disgusting on top of that.

A shame because the last time I went to this place, we really enjoyed it but the management needs to get fired frankly. Do not recommend.

Our chicken is Halal and since all ingredients are prepared separately, there’s no risk of cross-contamination. You may ask staff to change the grill upon seating.

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The Sushi Co - Holborn

Amazing fresh sushi and noodle dishes, seaweed salad very fresh and tasty, staff very helpful and polite. Nice and cozy dining place downstairs with lovely wallpapers. Nice little neighbourhood gem, great relaxing music in the background! Highly recommended!

This was my first time visiting, and I had a great experience from start to finish. Hamza, Depu, provided excellent and friendly service, and Rubel, the chef, did an amazing job with the food.
I tried the chicken sandwich, salmon nigiri, and black pepper chicken with rice, and everything was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.
The dining atmosphere was warm, clean, and very comfortable, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal.

The ambiance added to the overall experience and made the visit even more enjoyable.
Highly recommended! I will definitely be coming back.

Really love food! The service were even more top! Our lady Tasuma was super sweet and helpful! We enjoyed our dinner

Amazing sushi and even better service! You won’t know by just looking from the street, but there are seats downstairs and the sushi is the best for the price range that I’ve found in London. Hamza was really great and everyone is kind. On top of that, they offer student discount (25% off when we visited!). And they stay open until very late – I think something like 3 AM!

Absolutely amazing food. Tried the Bao buns, Chicken Sandu & Katsu Curry. Absolutely stellar & of course, TASTY food. Pratiksha and Dipu were excellent staff and friendly as well.

Great place & would recommend anyone to give the place a go!

We are 100% Halal and our soya sauce is free of alcohol.

The Sushi Co

All-day “East meets West” fusion cafe

Pancake Day Special @applebuttercafe 🥞 Featuring Berry Pancakes with a Rhubarb Compote 😍 and Lotus Biscoff Pancakes (I know, right?!) with Chocolate Ganache 🤤 Happy Pancake Day guys!

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@twopeasfoodies's review of Apple Butter Cafe Covent Garden on Instagram

Immaculate brunch vibes in London at @applebuttercafe and what’s better is that everything is حلال 😍🤩

✨ Eggs florentine w/ added salmon, served on a 🥐 ✨ The saffron arancini (peng)
✨ The iced tiramisu latte 🤤 
✨ Croissant butter pudding baked in custard for dessert!! 

I’m going to have to go back & try the BBQ braised beef sandwich 🥪 

Walk-ins only & always look up the opening hours! We only queued for approximately 15 minutes on a Saturday afternoon.

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@halalfoodbae's review of Apple Butter Cafe Covent Garden on Instagram

Want to know the Best Halal places to eat in Covent Garden? We've got you covered!

Top Brunch spot:
@applebuttercafe has a queue of eager diners trying to get their taste buds wrapped around gorgeous dishes such as 'Truffle Scrambled Eggs' or 'Wagyu Beef Burger'. Full Halal Food Menu.

Top Ice Cream spot:
@darlishicecream are back at Covent Garden, serving up some stunning unique flavours of ice cream. Saffron Rose is AMAZING! Plus I love their Sour Cherry.

Top Burger spot:
At long last @honestburgers finally has Halal chicken across all their brunches, and the chicken is damn good. Succulent and flavoursome chicken burgers that won't leave you feeling heavy like some burgers might.

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@halal_chronicles's review of Apple Butter Cafe Covent Garden on Instagram

Apple Butter Cafe

The dishes we tried were all hits - Shakshuka was flavorful and perfectly cooked, Egg Florentine was a delightful twist, Crème Brûlée French Toast was a sweet indulgence, and the pancake with ginger was a lovely surprise. The warm ambience and welcoming staff made the experience even better. A great spot for a cozy breakfast or brunch in London.  Prepare to queue.

A great breakfast spot in central London. We walked in and waited around 30 to 40 minutes, but it was worth it.

The food was really good. I had the falafel on brioche bread and my partner had the egg bagel. Both were delicious, but the real highlights were the lemonade and the coffee, absolutely perfect. We also shared a croissant, which was fine but nothing special.

Overall, the breakfast was great, the service was lovely, and the setting was magnificent.

Well, it’s been a while since I wrote a review — especially a bad one — but I feel I have to take the initiative and protect my fellow foodies.

After waiting 90 minutes in a line full of Gulf visitors (my people!), I should have taken the hint. Everyone was clearly working through the same TikTok “must-try” list. I don’t mind waiting — I once waited 120 minutes for gyoza in Kyoto and it was absolutely worth it.
This, however, was not.

The food was sub-par across the board.
•	The “special pancake” (they push it aggressively since it’s the only weekly flavor) is a failed imitation of the fluffy Japanese pancake. Instead of airy and cloud-like, it was dense, heavy, and borderline doughy.
•	The “melted cheese sandwich” arrived unmelted, soggy, and without the slightest hint of crispiness.
•	The halloumi and hash browns tasted like straight-from-the-freezer products.
•	The falafel… no comments.

Overall: Overhyped. Underwhelming. Not worth the wait. TikTok made it famous, not the quality.

I wouldn’t recommend setting high expectations for trendy London food spots. My experience at Apple Butter Cafe was underwhelming. The smell inside the restaurant was unpleasant and made the space feel a bit suffocating. The food was average and didn’t justify the hype or popularity. On the positive side, the staff were polite, professional, and welcoming. We visited early, so it wasn’t crowded, but the prices were relatively high compared to similar breakfast cafés in London.

Let me put it right off the bat, it lives up to the hype. A popular cafe went viral, with people lining up for hours for simple food among the many alternatives in the area. At the end of the day, the namesake pancake is a calorie-dense bomb, I assume we all refrained from it recently, yet having it for the sake of “I was there”. Cool, the system is functioning properly. I was there, but scheduled it for a Monday morning at least to skip the wait, and it worked well. I was directed to the table right away. I will put anything special for the food bec for me the social media frenzi has stolen the main role. Good job. One of the “done and dusted” experiences for me.

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. 

Shake Shack Tottenham Court Road

I rarely give 5 stars on food, but this deserves it! This was hands down the best food I've had in a long time! The burger was so soft and juicy. I ordered the Shackmeister and it was amazing! The chicken bites and the chips just added to it, and the caramel shake was so good! 😋 they even had honey mustard too!! Try this food, you won't be disappointed.

Stopped at Shake Shack on Tottenham Court Road for a quick bite and it delivered exactly what you expect—fast, consistent, and solid across the board. The burger was juicy and well put together, with the usual soft bun, melted cheese, and good balance of sauce and seasoning. Fries were hot, crisp, and not greasy, which is not always a given with fast food. The shake was thick, smooth, and tasted as it should—rich but not overly sweet.

Service was fast and efficient, even during a busy stretch. Staff were polite and kept the queue moving without cutting corners. The space is clean, seating was available, and the turnover was fast enough that it did not feel cramped.

Pricing is what it is—higher than average for fast food, but still worth it for the consistency and quality you get. You know what you are getting, and they stick to it well. A dependable option if you are in the area and want something quick but better than the usual chains.

I would also suggest that they have the world’s smallest sink in that toilet lol! Should’ve been much bigger!

Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
I absolutely love Shake Shack! The food is always fresh, and the burgers are to die for. The ShackBurger is a must-try—juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. The crinkle-cut fries are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and just the right amount of salty.

This is my first time trying this location and Lochitha welcomed us with a smile and helped us with our order, which made the experience even better. The vibe at the location is always great, whether you're grabbing a quick meal or hanging out with friends. I also appreciate how clean and well-kept everything is, which shows how much they care about quality.
Definitely recommend stopping by if you’re craving a quick but high-quality meal. Thanks to Lochitha and the team for always making the experience awesome! Can’t wait to return!

The service was fast, friendly, and very smooth. Ordering was easy, and there was a good variety of options on the menu.
We didn’t have to wait long at all — the food was prepared quickly. Most importantly, the food was clean, fresh, and very delicious.

A great experience overall, and I would definitely visit again.

Delicious food, quiet and spacious, but extremely expensive. We orders for two people, a burger, fries and milkshake for both of us, and i believe the price came up to around 50-60£

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

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.

KFC London - Southampton Row

Very quick service. Polite staff and a very clean restaurant. I want to especially mention the staff behind the counter who served me with a smile and asked if I wanted any sauce for my fries. Awesome interaction - this is how hospitality should be :)

Very poor management. Only one girl working in front and back. She is clearly under a lot of pressure doing all the jobs by herself. Will call the council as well about this. I don't recommend coming here as there is a very big cue always. I work across the road and I come here often it's always like this.

Firstly, the area is dirty. We came in because of the double deal at 5.99£
The burger was so salty, i have never found food salty in kfc but this was bad.
The table was dirty. We cleaned it up. The person who got us the burger, we told him it was salty and he ignored us which was not cool at all. Bad service, bad food. Good cold drinks tho. Please definitely check on this.

I had a great experience at KFC recently, and I just had to leave a review to highlight the incredible service I received from Dinithi. It was during a really busy time, and I was honestly surprised to see that she was the only person at the front — not only taking orders at the till but also preparing the food all by herself. Despite the pressure and the long queue of customers, she stayed calm, friendly, and professional throughout.

Dinithi greeted everyone with a smile and made sure each order was prepared correctly and quickly. I could see she was doing the work of multiple people, but she never let it show in a negative way. It’s rare to see that kind of dedication and attitude, especially in such a fast-paced environment. She went above and beyond, and I really appreciated the way she handled everything so smoothly.

I had an absolutely fantastic experience at KFC Southampton Road, and a huge part of that was thanks to Dinithi! From the moment I stepped in, her warm and welcoming attitude stood out. She greeted me with a smile, made sure my order was taken correctly, and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect.

Dinithi showed real professionalism and care — qualities that truly elevate the customer experience. She was patient, polite, and attentive, even during what looked like a busy shift. The food was fresh and hot, but it’s the service that made this visit memorable.

It’s rare to see someone take such pride in their work in a fast-paced environment like this. Dinithi is a real asset to the KFC team, and I hope her efforts are recognised — she deserves it!

Highly recommend visiting this branch, and if you’re lucky enough to be served by Dinithi, you’re in for excellent service.

In our KFC Halal restaurants we do not handle any pork ingredients, and all the food and drink items served in these restaurants are approved by the Halal Food Authority. This ensures the very best Halal food standards but does mean that certain menu items and limited time offers may not be available.

Another key consideration for us was that we were able to ensure that the halal certified chicken would also meet the rigorous animal welfare standards we employ in the UK, and we consulted leading animal welfare groups about this.

There is no compromise to our welfare standards. We continue to insist that our poultry is stunned before slaughter, using a technique called 'stun-to-stun'. We only buy high quality, Grade A, farm-assured chicken from trustworthy suppliers, who are contractually required to meet or exceed all relevant UK and EU legislation and this will not change.

Yum Bun - Seven Dials Market

Highly recommend checking out Yum Bun, especially try the pork belly bun. It has tender, juicy pork with a sweet and savory hoisin sauce, all topped with fresh cucumber and spring onions for a satisfying crunch. Vegetarian options are also available like the tofu bun and is equally delicious. Finally, the atmosphere at Seven Dials adds to the pleasant experience.

Seaweed fries and black bean mayo from Yum Bun.
The black bean mayo is definitely the best invention ever.
Creamy and salty with bits of tasty fermented black beans.
Seaweed fries were just McDonald quality tossed in seaweed powder.
Obviously I didn't get as much seaweed sprinkled as those that were invited to post on social media where the fries were green with envy.

If you are walking around Covent Garden and Neal’s Yard, you must definitely stop at the Seven Dials Market to taste the amazing buns at Yum Bun!

We had the chance to try the tofu and the aubergine ones, together with the vegetarian gyoza 🥟 and all were delicious 😋
An amazing contrast between the softness of the buns and the crunchy fill, for both the tofu and the aubergine dishes. The mayo sauce on the tofu bun and the spicy topping on the aubergine ones are a very pleasant addition that make each bite even more fun.
Appreciated the request from the waitress that wanted to check if we were either vegetarian or fully vegan.

Was really excited to try this but was a bit disappointed, unfortunately. The staff, service and atmosphere were all really great, however, unfortunately I did not personally enjoy the food. I was really excited to know that the chicken was halal and we ordered a hot chicken bao bun as well as the fried chicken but there was a weird smell to the chicken ( especially in the fried chicken dish ). The bao was a bit better with the bao bun being perfectly warm and soft, but the chicken itself was not that enjoyable:( The fried chicken dish was crispy but lacked in taste. The presentation of both dishes was great though.

Perhaps I ordered the wrong thing or maybe just got a bit unlucky on the day…

I recently visited Yum Bun and was truly impressed by the delicious food and vibrant atmosphere. The buns were fresh, flavorful, and the variety offered was fantastic! However, I noticed a significant number of potential customers, including myself, who would love to enjoy your offerings but were deterred due to the lack of halal options.
I believe that introducing halal options could attract a wider customer base and cater to the diverse community that Yum Bun serves. Many of us are eager to enjoy your amazing buns but find ourselves unable to do so because of dietary restrictions.
I hope you will consider adding halal options to your menu in the future so that everyone can experience the great taste of your food. Thank you for considering this suggestion!
Looking forward to my next visit!

Yum Bun

North African dishes served in souk-like rooms

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

Souk Medina

Bedford Hotel

A very pleasant, solid 3star hotel. Courteous receptionists, personnel. The garden facing room was comfortable, clean, well maintained, quiet, large by London standards. The bedding was comfortable. Bathroom is working well, nicely maintained. Common areas are clean, reasonably well maintained. Location is decent, in an area filled with decent eateries, museums, parks
A definite contender for repeat business.

We always stay here, and welcomed everytime we come back,  staff so welcoming and helpful. Nothing to much trouble for them. Including the maintenance man. Like home to home for us. Bedroom are so good comfy beds,and in breakfast room Sabbir is always there to help.us both.all staff are great. See you soon

It's a basic but clean hotel. Rooms are very small (like uni dorm rooms). Also room sound insulation is poor, you get woken up if you neighbour flushes the loo. It's pretty bland but OK. Breakfast was good.

Stayed for five nights in a single room.  Southampton Row is quite touristy, but the surrounding area is lovely for walking with many nearby parks. I didn't eat at the hotel as there are many  options including a small supermarket within a five minute walk. The room was basic but clean and comfortable and I thought it was great value for the price. I appreciated the small touches of A bottle of sparkling water and cookies in the room. Plenty of outlets in the room and USB ports next to the bed as well as a reading light. The windows open and let in lots of light. Although it was July and no AC, the fan was enough for my preference at night. I only wish there was a mini fridge, but there's not a lot of extra space in the room. I was on the third floor and had to close the windows a few times due to noise from the generator. it wasn't too bad but I could see it being an issue in other rooms. didn't have a ton of interactions with the staff but when I did they were all friendly. I was able to store my bags for a few hours on checkout day at no cost.

Clean comfortable room. Great buffer breakfast with plenty of choice. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Fantastic value for money.

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

Great British burgers and homemade rosemary chips

Honest Burgers Holborn

100% local products, everything is homemade with passion and love. Rosemary chips are served in abundance as well as burgers which are the perfect size to make your stomach feel full but not tired. The passion and kindness of the staff, especially the owner, makes this experience recommendable and pleasent. Can't wait to be back in London to be back here for a burger.

We stopped in for an early lunch before a show and had a great experience. I ordered the smashed single, which was excellent—juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The rosemary chips deserve a special mention; they’re crispy, herby, and absolutely addictive. What really stood out, though, was the staff. Everyone was super friendly, attentive, and efficient, which made the whole visit relaxed and enjoyable even though we were on a schedule. Honest Burgers is a great choice for a casual meal with top-quality food and service—I’d happily come back again. By the time we left, the place was filling up so plan accordingly!

Delicious! The bacon gravy side is to die for.

Buffalo chicken burger is great and so is the beef double smashed patty.
Onion rings are up there with the nicest I’ve ever tasted and the chips are really authentic and flavoursome.

Service was friendly, reasonably priced for London.

Brooklyn brewery pilsner was a lovely pint on draft too.

Have a great time with colleagues in here. Really good quality of their smashed burgers, I ordered fried chicken burger as usual. Nice services and kind staffs, will visit again.

I visited Honest Burgers with three friends for our first meal in London.
We ordered 4 burgers, 4 drinks, and a large portion of onion rings — the food was great, but when I checked the bill, I was shocked to see a 20% service charge added.

From what I know — and even according to the owner’s responses to other reviews — most Honest Burgers in the UK charge around 10%. Seeing a 20% charge made me feel very uncomfortable, as if we were treated unfairly just because we’re Asian.

During the rest of our stay, we visited places like Dishoom and Bancone, and none of them charged more than 12.5% service.
It’s disappointing that what should have been a pleasant first meal in London turned into such a negative experience.
I’ll definitely warn my friends never to visit this location when they come to London

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

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

Honest Burgers

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.

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

Tattu London

We had our office Christmas lunch at Tattu London, and it was an amazing experience! The atmosphere was beautiful, and the décor was absolutely exquisite. Staff were super friendly and attentive throughout.

We chose the 3-course set menu, which was more than enough food—everything was delicious. The sushi was fresh and crisp, the steak was perfectly cooked medium-well on a bed of asparagus, and the dessert was sweet and moreish. We added duck pancakes and char siu pork, which were both tasty, but honestly, the set menu alone is plenty.

One funny note: the round tables look like Lazy Susans, so everyone tried to spin them at some point!

Overall, a fantastic experience. I’ll definitely be back—and next time, I’m trying more of their cocktails!

This was my first visit to the London location, having previously only been to the one in Edinburgh. While I found the venue charming, I don't think it matches the appeal of the Edinburgh spot. The food was quite tasty, but I don't feel it offers good value for the price. I understand the location is busy, but I could find similar dishes for significantly less in nearby places. I sampled a few cocktails, and while the cherry blossom was enjoyable, it was a bit lacking in quantity. What stood out to me the most were the music and our server, who I believe was named Alex. Overall, I wasn’t particularly impressed and don’t think I would return.

I had a really good experience at Tattu, the atmosphere is very cool, they had a DJ while we were there, along with a nice fitout and a number of rooms.

It was very busy when we first arrived at 7 with alot of people leaving and others coming in, this lead to a delay at the cloakroom and a bit of a build up of people on the upstairs lobby. It took a bit over 5 minutes to be seated.

The cocktails that we had were all nice, well presented and had a unique trist to them. I think the tea service was so so and keeping the water topped up during the meal could have been better.

The food was generally expectional, we had the mixed dumplings taster, which all rated nice and again was well presented. The sticky beef which was great.

Our mains we had pork belly, tofu and shredded duck fried rice. I thought the duck fried rice was ok but not at the same standard as the rest of the dishes, it tasted like something I could get at a local shop while everything else tasted expectional.

We had the pagoda chocolate desert, which was nice but I think I would give desert a miss if I went again.

Service seemed attentive and friendly but also a little slow at times given the number of staff and the 14.5% service charge I think it could be better.

We went just before Christmas. Everyone was seated in an area away from the flowered rooftop which was disappointing, as that was the main reason we booked. We were given a far more expensive menu, and only the 'set menu' upon request. The starter and dessert was average, but the main was excellent. I found the servers a bit hit and miss. Our main server was very friendly and accommodating, changing wine when it wasn't to our taste. The starter however, came out before our drinks had even arrived. Another woman was quite rude and seemed offended when asked questions (which she told us curtly not to ask her, but the servers). I asked her later politely to take a photo of me with the flowers, and she seemed irritated. It's a shame as we mostly enjoyed our experience, but for the above reasons it's a 3/5.

I had an incredible experience at Tattu!
From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was stunning – elegant, modern, and full of character. The food was absolutely exceptional, with every dish beautifully presented and full of bold, authentic Chinese flavors.

What truly made the evening special was the service. Our bar manager, MICHELE, went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. His knowledge of cocktails and attention to detail were outstanding — each drink was balanced, creative, and matched perfectly with the dishes. You could really feel his passion for hospitality.

Tattu isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a whole experience — one that I’ll definitely be coming back for. Highly recommend!

Our chicken and lamb are halal. Some of our dishes do have alcohol reduced down in the sauces, however an allergy matrix will get brought over for you to help with your decision. 

We do also have a good selection of seafood and vegetarian dishes also.

Tattu

Lebanese and Palestinian cuisine prepared in an open kitchen in the centre of a modern restaurant

Hiba Express

I came here for the Palestinian support ofc, but it turns out that's not the only perk of the place. The staff is all Palestinian, and so the owner and the food. I had a Kafta Meshwi, which came with 3 lamb skewers, for just £17. I think it's great value for money. And the quality was really good. It's not the typical London restaurant, bringing you food after 2 minutes. Here you have to wait, as they prepare everything from scratch, even the drinks or the sauces. Talking about drinks, I had a nice Jellab, which reminded me a bit of a rose lemonade. Definitely a great place to go if you're in Holborn and hungry. You'll make your stomach feel good, and so your heart.

Ordered catering for a work event - so generously portioned and good value for money. Beautifully presented and very friendly staff. Catered to all dietary preferences and Sayeda was flexible to my requests and last min changes. Would highly recommend!

TLDR - came at 5, ordered food at 5:45/6 food came at 7 with many missing items, missing drinks, warm/cold food. Cancelled a few items as everyone was overwhelmed. Overcharged us with a few drinks but also over made a wrap 3 times so just gave to us. Don’t go as a big group and on a Saturday.

Wanted to go here to support a Palestine restaurant so went as a group on 9 on a Saturday. We understand that it is busy and a group of 9 is pretty big so we were very understanding but I’m sorry we had a terrible experience.

We came around 5 (we booked in for 5) and got sat downstairs as we were a bigger group and it was almost like they forgot about us. We sat for almost an hour until we were able to order anything. No one came to check on us and we had to keep going upstairs to get their attention.

Finally near to 6 we got to order. Ordered the food and drinks. I had 2 friends that came later on and ordered upstairs, their food platter came before everyone else did. It took an hour to finally get everyone’s food but still there were missing items and missing drinks. Most of the food was warm/cold by the time it got to us. Some food we even ended up cancelling because we were already there for almost 3 hours we were just getting overstimulated. We were all so hungry so we just ate, we were also told someone would come down with the bill but no one did.

They did end up giving us randomly 2 chicken wraps because I think there was no communication between anyone. (They didn’t charge us for this).

We then just decided after 20 mins to go upstairs to pay. They tried to charge us for extra drinks we didn’t order as two of us ordered the platter for 2 and it came with drinks but they added it as a separate item.

I also don’t want to make it about anything but the service but there was a small family of 5 who got sat down and left within an hour and a half while we were still waiting for our food. There was also a bigger group of people who got sat down and within 10 minutes got theirs order taken and within 20/30 minute majority of their food came out. There was a clear distinction between them and us with languages…. Take that as you will.

I’m sorry but I really wanted to enjoy my experience here but it just ended up being an overstimulating, cold and stressful evening. It was meant to be for my birthday but I’m just extremely upset. Like I mentioned we all tried to be understanding, the food would have been good if it was hot or warm but it was warm closer to cold. They meat was kind of dry, the chips and rice was unseasoned. Hummus was amazing, salad was great and fresh but overall experience 2/5 sorry.

I came here for dinner, I had excellent Palestinian/Lebanese food, good and cheap! A special mention for the dessert, the knafeh! Delicious, I could have eaten 10 more! The staff is super welcoming and ready to exchange a few cheerful and welcoming words! Highly recommended!

Amazing food! Portions are generous and everything tastes so delicious! I had a mix plate of cold and hot mezze…. The lamb was incredible! The service is friendly and polite! Very nice and calm atmosphere!

Hiba

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches really impressed me with its freshness and variety. The bread was soft and flavorful, with different cuts to choose from, and the sandwich fillings tasted just as fresh. I loved how you could customize everything to your preference, which made it feel like a meal made exactly for me.

On top of the sandwiches, I was pleasantly surprised by their cakes and coffee. Both were a great addition and made the whole experience more enjoyable. It’s a spot that feels healthy yet still indulgent, and I’d happily come back whenever I’m craving a wholesome but tasty bite.

We ordered a bacon 🥓 muffin which tasted mouth watering.
It arrived very fast and very hot.
Also an ultimate breakfast muffin which was bacon 🥓 sausage  and one egg.
My friend ate this one he said the sausage was juicy and tasted very good.
The egg 🥚 Yolk was hot and runny and tasted very nice.
10/10 Will be back soon.

An amazing sandwich spot to grab a quick bite to eat. Pair with side of fries or chips and your favorite beverage!!!!

-chicken sandwich: 7/10, didn’t originally order this but might be my new protein choice it was really good and juicy
-fries: 7/10, salted to perfection and crispy

We visited the Tottenham Court Road location – it’s a busy area, but we easily found a table. Service was quick, and the staff were really helpful.
I had the Shrimp sandwich and it was excellent, while my friend had a vegetarian option and really enjoyed it. The chips came in massive portions – great for sharing!
Love the whole concept of customisable sandwiches, and the friendly staff/atmosphere, good prices,  makes it a place we’d happily come back to. Thank you.

We got the philly cheesesteak and roast beef with mushrooms. Both sandwiches were really great! Hot throughout, bread was perfectly toasted and the fillings were tasty. There was a very polite server, we didn’t catch his name but he was very friendly. We will be coming again in the future for sure! I would say always go large as you definitely get your money’s worth when compared to the size of a regular

The chicken is halal and we have a few seafood options as well. We are aiming to make the meat halal soon as well!

Which Wich

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.

Maui Poke | Holborn

Used to be super great! Despite the hefty price of £10.50, I was very happy with the portion size, food quality and taste.

However, recently I have noticed that the portion size has become very small. I got only 3 pieces of mango in my house salmon today and not a lot of other ingredients generally.

Was very happy otherwise 5/5 but now that the portion size is lower (specially on my purchase today 14/07), team and I will be considering lunching elsewhere.

Good value for money, the poke bowls are pretty big and you get a lot of seasonings, I bought the spicy salmon bowl and it was delicious, lots of salmon!
Think it's better value than some of the big sushi chains, would recommend for a lunch and even takeaway dinner!
Staff were also lovely.

Delicious chicken katsu poke bowl, v filling. Their daily offer is great!

Love it here! I go here nearly everyday and have not gotten sick of the food - been going for nearly 2 years straight!!

Unfortunately they had ran out of the spicy tobiko poke bowl I initially wanted. The salmon poke bowl I got was still tasty. The portion was slightly on the smaller side.

The beef gyudon we have in stock at our red lion branch is not halal. But the chicken in all our stores is Halal.

Maui Poke

Refined rooftop spot offering panoramic views of the city

Radio Rooftop

This a lovely rooftop bar provide a magnificent scenery of the city views . It is a great place to hang out with friends. The music atmosphere is also good. Love the music vibes. The price is reasonable too. Definitely worth a visit.

Went here for the first time on 26 Sept, I’m just traveling into London : so my first time at this rooftop. I loveee this rooftop for its stunning view, food was not bad at all, drinks were good. The only part that made the experience not great was the unfriendly waiter who was impatient in general from the order taking. And we ordered so many drinks till their last call before the kitchen and bar closes.  After our drinks arrived I just needed abit more time to finish them. But this same waiter was so impatient and literally forced us out that I had to down the drink. Also saw a rat running around in the bar at their closing time: wasn’t a big deal for us but the attitude of this waiter really made the experience sour. I would go again as I’m sure there would be a nicer waiter.

Ordered a overpriced cocktail that was not very good in flavour. It also had an useless ornamental pink colouring that would only make your hands dirty. Views are ok but there are other rooftops with a better price - value proposition and a more enjoyable music.

It’s definitely a good-looking spot — the views are great, the vibe is lively, and it feels like a place where something’s happening. Perfect for a sunny evening or a city date night.
That said, I expected a bit more. The drinks were decent, but nothing memorable. Service was fine, just not as polished as you'd hope for somewhere with that kind of setting and price tag.

A phenomenal rooftop restaurant to visit in London.

A great view and I just had an old fashioned. A very relaxed but high end interior with a phenomenal view of the city.

I’d definitely come back here again and try their other menu items.

Homeslice Neal's Yard

Homeslice is always a solid choice for a casual bite. The giant pizzas are delicious with great flavour combos. Service is quick and friendly, and it’s a fun place to grab food with friends. It can get busy and a bit loud at times, but the quality of the pizza makes it worth it. Definitely a favourite for an easy, tasty meal in SEven Dials.

Great spot for sharing or a quick slice on the go!
The pizzas are HUGE, thin-based, and delicious - perfect for sharing. We were three people and got one pizza, doing a half-and-half, which worked out great. The only downside is the limited seating. The place is quite small, with only a couple of two-person tables outside due to the narrow walkway. Still, totally worth it for the pizza!

Great pizza. Fairly limited menu but what they have is great. The pizzas are very thin, but they are very large - one between 2 of us was plenty. You can have 50/50 topping so great for sharing.

Nice and rustic inside. We had a booth, which was cosy, but a little cramped for 4 people. The benches were also a little uncomfortable.

Service was friendly and efficient, even though it was busy.

Would definitely go back!

Great rustic restaurant with absolutely delicious pizzas and a very nice and cozy environment. Special thanks to Ms. Sally, Ms. Scarlet, and Mr. Louis, who provided very friendly and professional service.
Highly recommended!

The pizza was ok, nothing that amazing like the reviews really, I think it’s over priced for £5+ for a very thin SLICE of pizza, I paid £11 for two slices and can’t say it was really worth that all, we had the margarita and it had hardly any cheese on, pretty much bread with tomato sauce.

The staff were nice and we managed to get a nice seat out the front which made it worth it, after walking around London for hours.

Our Wagyu and lamb are both halal, and of course our vegetarian pizzas.

Homeslice

Inventive approach to Indian cuisine with a cosmopolitan twist

Colonel Saab High Holborn

Very impressed with the food. The popadoms were fresh and crispy, the chutneys that came with it were absolutely delicious. Then we tried the mall road dahi sev puri which were full of flavour. The kandhari panner tikka was also decent. For mains we had the butter chicken and the daal makhni. This butter chicken was very high quality compared to other indian places I've visited. The breads were perfect, the garlic naan had the right amount of seasoning and the malabar parantha was crispy on the outside and soft underneath. For dessert I recommend the dark chocolate silk cake, presented very well and hit the spot! The service was excellent. Loved the traditional decor, the chandeliers, countless paintings and statues gave off an authentic Indian vibe

Absolutely amazing tasting menu. It likely changes throughout the year but attached a picture of the menu and we got to try nearly everything on it. Can't recommend it enough for a tour of Indian cuisine. The alcohol pairings are also fantastic and a decent deal!

We visited Colonel Saab for hi-tea to celebrate our anniversary, and the experience was truly memorable. I had emailed them in advance mentioning the occasion, and they went above and beyond by arranging a beautifully presented pastry with a “Happy Anniversary” topper. The staff were also kind and courteous enough to offer to click our pictures, which made the celebration feel even more special and personal.

The service was outclass — warm, attentive, and genuinely caring throughout. The food was delicious, elegantly presented, and made the hi-tea experience feel indulgent and special.

Colonel Saab truly excels at hospitality and attention to detail. Highly recommended for celebrations and special occasions — we’ll definitely be returning.

I had the pleasure of dining at Colonel Saab and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The menu offered a great variety of dishes, all expertly prepared and bursting with flavour.
But what truly made our evening memorable was the exceptional service, particularly from our waiter, Anshul. He was attentive, friendly, kind and truly went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. His recommendations were spot-on, and he made sure every detail of our meal was perfect. It's rare to come across a waiter who is genuinely passionate about providing a top-notch dining experience. Simply the best!! Thanks to Anshul, our visit was one to remember, and we'll definitely be returning!

Had lunch at Colonel Saab in High Holborn today and honestly it wasn’t planned at all. I was in the area, starving, and the place looked kinda fancy from the outside but I just walked in anyway because hunger does not care about vibes. The inside is actually pretty cool — loads of decorations everywhere, almost like someone collected half their life’s memories and hung them on the walls. Took me a minute to figure out where to sit because I was just staring around like a tourist.

I ordered something simple because I didn’t feel like pretending I know every Indian dish on the menu. Whatever I ended up with came out smelling ridiculous in the best way. The spices hit instantly, but like… in a good warm way, not that “I’m about to cry” way. Everything tasted proper fresh, and the chicken was actually soft instead of the dry stuff you sometimes get at busy places. Even the rice was on point, not mushy or clumpy.

Portion was decent too — not tiny “posh” portions, but not so much that you feel like rolling out the door. Staff were chill, friendly without being overly polite, which I like. Overall, it was one of those lunches where you leave thinking, “yeah… that was definitely worth it.” I’d go back for sure.

We don’t endorse pork and any other meat other than Halal. We have chicken, sea food, duck, beef on our menu. All Halal.

Holborn Station

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