Whitechapel Station

Deliveroo UK

Sister store to the legendary Grounded Coffee Company

Circle & Slice

We just popped by to try out
Some of their food

They were so welcoming
& Generous with the portions.

We were pleasantly surprised
By the variety of items available

We enjoyed their pizzas,
Savoury filled croissants,
Overloaded baguette
& A decadent mixed salad bowl.

Everything was delicious
& We will remember to
Ask the specific names
Next time we visit

If you have never tried them
We would recommend that
You do.

They have very friendly staff
& Will be happy to answer
Any questions that you have

Please support them
As much as possible

Many thanks to everyone at
Circle & Slice.

-✨

We popped in recently for a coffee and cake, enroute to the Royal London Hospital.

We were warmly greeted. Ordered at the counter and took a seat. Comfy seats but the tables were very close to each other. Once ready, we collected our coffee and pastry from the counter. There was no table service, as such.

The coffee was hot but very mild in taste ( not much coffee for a cappuccino) and it was served in a non insulated glass. Like a traditional milkshake glass. Very odd and hard to hold until it cooled a little. We weren't sure why they dont just serve hot drinks in a mug or cup & saucer?

We had the lemon cake. It looked delicious, as did the large selection of sweet and savoury offerings on view. Cakes, pastries, salads etc..However, the cake had very little lemon flavour.  I couldn't eat it and believe me, I never leave cake! Really disappointed.

Not the cafes fault but we class it as part of our 'experience'.
We had a 'local' couple sitting next to us who were eating like they were starving and he was constantly coughing, without covering his mouth. They left the cafe at a similar time to us and we caught them throwing litter on the pavement, right beside an empty bin ! I picked them up on this and she then put the rubbish in the bin. Disgusting behaviour. By the state of the street outside, that looks like typical behaviour for people in this area.

There are so many good cafes along this road, ones which we prefer. Unfortunately, we wont return here again but thank you, anyway.

What a cracking wee place. The decor inside is not what you expect from the outside. Loved the colours, the lights, the books... Decent menu with reasonable prices. Half chicken was tasty, as we're the chips. Burger was good, if you don't like a touch of pink in your burger then this place isn't for you. Staff friendly.
Only negative only 1 toilet for a fair few seats.

We tried the diavola pizza. It was freshly made and tasted amazing. The staff were efficient and really friendly. They also had plenty of savoury and sweet options. Would definitely go back for breakfast and brunch. All items on the menu are halal.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Really great spot!
Fresh, ready-cut pizza slices that taste amazing — perfect for takeaway. I had a dirty chai latte from the café menu and it was excellent. The selection of baked goods is impressive, and everything looks (and tastes) top quality.
Great quality all around 💯
Also, everything is ‎حلال — which is a big plus!

Sephora was very helpful 👍🏼

Everything on our menu is Halal. No pork or alcohol is served.

An exciting new spot has opened up in
Whitechapel serving Chinese food! I was impressed by
@smokinwok food and service! Fresh food bursting
with flavours and you can even customise it with naga.
They even serve fish and chips, fish cakes and
battered sausages.
We ordered the following:
*Dynamite prawns
*Dynamite chicken wings
*Dynamite chicken balls
*Salt and pepper wings
*Smokin wok chow mein
*Smokin wok fried rice
*Beef noodles
*Singapore fried rice
*Fish and chips
The Dynamite selection was lovely! Our favourite will
have to be the prawns! Crispy tempura battered
shrimp covered in a creamy spicy mayo sauce. with
sriracha. They are different to the PF Chang's one but
very unique and regardless tasted really good! This
goes same for the dynamite chicken.
The smokinwok special chow mein was one of our
favourites! It was noodles that was tossed with prawns,
chicken and beef! We chose quarter naga which was
spicy enough for us! A great noodle dish with
authentic Chinese flavours.
The smokin wok special rice was also great and very
filling. We went with quarter naga which elevated the
heat however not too spicy to override the flavours.
Overall, a great Halal Chinese concept that will
definitely see me back!

@halalmemoirs's review of Smokin Wok Whitechapel on Instagram

Smokin Wok

AMAZING PORTION for the price!! I ordered from them through deliveroo and because there was no option to mention I didn’t want egg in my chow mein I called them and asked them to remove it. My food came nicely packaged and without egg :) so nice of them! The food is super tasty too!! I’d recommend 100%🥰🥰🥰

This is a lovely Chinese take away! We ordered the chicken balls which came in a big portion with an amazing taste, for so little money! We also ordered one rice main and one noodle main and the beef Szechuan and everything was so flavourful and delicious. The portions are very good so we will be finishing this off for dinner tomorrow! The staff was lovely and as it was our first purchase we received a free canned drink of our choice! LOVE !

First time at Smokin Wok! I have to say experience was 10/10! Could not fault. Rezza was fantastic. Very friendly customer service. He gave items on the house and truly an amazing person. May Allah SWT reward you for your efforts and continue to bring Barakah to the business, Ameen.

I would highly recommend others to try this hidden gem. You will not be disappointed!

Great service, really nice people and great food. They even gave me a free drink of my choice for being a first-time customer. Would definitely recommend!

Smokin Wok such a restaurant with AMAZING food and staff I love that you can ask what spice you want the beef and black bean sauce the portions are massive for the price they charge which is sooooo good

Mr White's English Chophouse Whitechapel, traditional British dishes with French tweaks from Marco Pierre White

Mr. White’s English Chophouse London Whitechapel

it's a nice and friendly steak and chop house in Aldgate a 20mins walk from Bank. We live nearby and had an eye on the place for a while so decided to try it. I have to say we were both pleasantly surprised. We came for a late Sunday lunch. The place wasnt busy so we had a pic of the best tables ;) The service was friendly and prompt. The food was excellent! It was all perfect from the french onion soup to the beef and lamb roast with all the trimmings. The proportions are on the bigger side for what I 'm expecting from a roast, and very well made and well presented. All the meat is halal too, which give the area it has to be. Food was all just impeccable. I cannot fault the place. The only unconventional thing is that the entrance to the restaurant is through the New Road Hotel lobby and past reception given that it's the restaurant in the hotel but I quite like that as its different from other places in the area. I have already suggested it to friends.

I had a wonderful experience at Mr. White’s English Chophouse, London Whitechapel. The restaurant has a clean, tidy, and welcoming atmosphere that’s perfect for families. We visited with children, and our waitress was super friendly and went the extra mile to make us feel comfortable — truly great service.

I started with the whitebait, which was cooked perfectly, followed by the Sunday roast dinner. The food was excellent throughout, and it’s fantastic to know that everything is halal, which is hugely appreciated.

The restaurant also has disabled access, making it accessible for everyone. While parking in the area can be a little tricky, it’s noticeably easier to find a space on weekends.

Overall, a great dining experience with delicious food, friendly service, and a welcoming environment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a quality meal in the Whitechapel area.

I went with a couple of friends on 12th Sept. The staff were really polite, patient and very helpful. The food was on point. My steak was cooked perfectly and the mash was absolutely delish! A relaxed vibe and a great place to visit with family or friends. Super easy to get to via public transport, only a 5 minute walk from Whitechapel station. Definitely plan on visiting again with the family.

You must give this place a try. You will be surprised by this hidden gem that you never knew existed there.
I love how every meal is crafted carefully, that’s what makes this place more special than other steakhouses. The food doesn't taste “banal”!
My favourite is salads. Beetroot with goat cheese, blue cheese and pear compote salad. They are just magical, already making me feel happy without steaks really 🫢
But then when the steak kicks in - it is just the happiest person you will become.
I love their fillet steak with mushrooms! I also tried sirloin and it was brilliant as well.
For the prices they ask for, this place tastes very similar to fine restaurants that would cost double the price.

We went there for our son’s birthday and what a wonderful choice it was! The menu is uncomplicated and the staff are friendly. There’s absolutely no compromise on taste and each dish was booked to perfection. Loved the béarnaise sauce! The Cheesecake with most moreish blueberries was a perfect end! Definitely going back for more.

All our meat is Halal. Please let a member of staff know when booking or visiting.

Mr White’s English Chophouse

JustEat UK

UberEats UK

Breakfast always looks yummy in a pan. .

Halal Full English from @thegourmethut. £8.50. I was nice, a few too many potato cubes, sausages pre cut, venue cold and dark.. But it does taste nice.

@halalfoodguy's review of The Gourmet Hut Whitechapel on Instagram

The Gourmet Hut

My wife and I stumbled into The Gourmet Hut late at night during our travels, and it ended up being one of those unforgettable food moments. We were actually the only customers in the shop, but the owner treated us like VIPs. Such a genuinely great guy — he went out of his way to make sure everything was cooked absolutely to perfection.

We ordered the hot dog and the burger, and wow… I still drool just thinking about them. Simple items done exceptionally well, packed with flavor, and made with real care. You can tell this is someone who truly loves what he does.

The hospitality was just as amazing as the food, which made the whole experience even more special. This is the kind of place you remember long after the trip is over. Thank you for the incredible food and warmth — we can’t wait to come back next time we’re in London. 🌭🍔

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑮𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒕 𝑯𝒖𝒕

@thegourmethut has done it again!

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 - 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗙 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿!!! 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗽 𝗮𝘀 £𝟰.𝟳𝟱!

They’ve just dropped a new menu and it’s AMAZING. The Set Meal is such a bargain, only £15 for a burger, muddy fries, 3 wings AND tempura prawns, so worth it!!

The Bang Bang Prawns were seriously addictive - flavoursome and spicy. So moreish!

The Smokin Ribs were cooked to perfection, the meat literally fell off the bone.

The Killa Katsu Chips were delicious. The flavours worked so well together.

And the cheese sauce with that burger was amazing! I already love their burgers, this was just incredibly tasty.

If you’re after great food, awesome offers, and serious flavour,  head down to The Gourmet Hut. Trust me, you’ll love it!

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗱:
𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗹 (𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿, 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀).
𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗻𝘀
𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝗯𝘀
𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝘀𝘂 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀
𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿
𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗲
𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀
𝗠𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀

Proper Food

The Firecracker Burger is the one! It’s got the perfect crunch and just the right amount of heat, all balanced with a soft brioche bun and juicy meat.

The hand-cut chips are amazing — crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside.

The prawns are a real highlight, smothered in sauce with a perfectly crunchy coating.

The wings are properly breaded and sauced, packed with flavour in every bite.

And the Muddy Chips are iconic — loaded with cheese, mince, and fries for the ultimate comfort food.

It’s the perfect place to enjoy a great meal in a welcoming environment.
Definitely recommend — I’ve been here multiple times and it never disappoints!

Had to pay the OG spot Gourmet Hut a visit, it's been a couple of years since I popped and it's been long overdue.

Management were so great at accommodating our needs for a space to park off the buggy and the customer service was on point they took care of us and made sure we had a good experience.

The food was absolutely delicious, not many places that can do a great lamb burger, we enjoyed our meal and paired with that cherry lemonade which was absolutely exquisite.

You can tell why Gourmet Hut has stood the test of time in a competitive market, the food, service and ambience was top notch.

That cherry lemonade though, just might have to pop in for an evening drink, grwta place to dine.

Absolutely disgusting. This place is a scam. I went there after their advertising on social media caught me. I wanted to try their cheese dipped burger first of all it looks like two burgers by the way they took the picture but it was only one. Their burgers are not 100percent meat they add flour to thicken them that’s why they look so big. Adding flour makes them taste like bread and no where do they tell you their allergy information. They only told me after I ordered and took a bite and realised there was flour in the burger and I told the waiter who didn’t know, to ask the chef.

Inside the restaurant it smelt of hot oil wafting around as they did not turn on their extractor fan. I think they were saving money and tried to keep the place warm. I did tell them but they only opened the front door.

I will never go back there I also recommend no one to go there its absolutely awful please don’t get fooled by their offers it’s simply isn’t worth it.I ended up leaving my whole food and they even made me pay. I was very very disappointed.

Naan Staap®

A completely less than average experience. We stopped by after an appointment at the nearby hospital, got two karak teas and a chicken cheese naan (around £12 total). The teas were pleasant. The naan took a while to make - after ten minutes we asked the lady behind the counter how long and she said 10-15 minutes! For a naan that is crazy, makes me think it is pre made and cooked from frozen. Then when the food finally arrived, we were the only ones in the shop and she called the order out, for us to collect it from the counter. There is literally no service here - minimal unhelpful interaction. The naan itself was super greasy and you could not taste any chicken whatsoever.

If you’re craving quick, flavour-packed comfort food, this place is such a win. The naan is soft, fresh, and perfectly cooked — not dry, not chewy — and the fillings are generous and full of flavour. Every bite feels warm, indulgent, and satisfying without being too heavy. Perfect for quick lunch we had cholaa bhatura 🩷

Awful experience. The main door is broken and doesn't shut properly, so the entire store is freezing, especially in mid-December. There was no heating, and it was extremely uncomfortable inside. The tables were also very dirty and stained, which made the place feel unhygienic.

I also ordered a karak chai which used to be around £1.50, but I was charged £3.20 for a medium. That price increase is unbelievable and doesn't match the quality or experience. Really disappointing.

We had been on our way to get take away kebab rolls from Tayyabs, which is our go-to place in the area.  However, it was raining and miserable and we didn't fancy eating out in the rain. I hate eating in at Tayyabs but that's another review, so we saw this interesting looking place with amazing looking karak chai in the window so we ducked in. It was quite empty when we arrived and we had a ponder and ordered a stuffed bread each and a couple of chai.
We were 4 people and we had the achari chicken naan, potato and cheese naan, lamb qeema masala naan and lamb dum paratha. We tried both the masala and karak chai, and it was great there are full flavour, less sugar and no sugar options!
We had the less sugar, and it was plenty sweet enough!
There's a clean loo and nice clean tables and booths.
We were still hungry so ordered a portion of bhatura, which is 3 pieces and only £1.95!
We had channay, with egg on top, but the flavour wasn't one we were used to, so that was the only dish we weren't so keen on.
To finish, we had to try the karak maska, which wasn't on the menu, but we saw it on a screen advert, which was clotted cream sandwiched between 2 pieces of brioche bread loaf, and a cutting chai cupful of karak chai to pour over the top.  You then eat with a spoon.
Utterly divine!
Would highly recommend and would also go out of my way to go here. There are a few branches around London, but none really in convenient locations to me, just like with some of the other mini chains of desi places. :(
The service was very polite and super patient with the inevitable uncle complaining about the cost of a cup of chai, but seriously the quality of the chai was top notch, possibly made with condensed milk, and so delicious and mouth watering, I couldn't fault it at all.

We visited NaaAn Stap and ordered Aloo Paratha, Palak Paneer Paratha, Lamb Gravy, Cajun Naan, and Karak Chai. The Aloo Paratha was decent, and the sauce on the side was nice. Unfortunately, the rest of the food was quite disappointing. The Lamb Gravy was far too oily — it felt like it had way too much ghee, which made it heavy and unpleasant. The Palak Paneer Paratha wasn’t good either. On top of that, the customer service was slow, which made the experience less enjoyable. Overall, apart from the Aloo Paratha and sauce, the food and service left much to be desired.

We are HMC approved. This means our entire menu and supply-chain is certified Halal according to HMC standards. No traces of pork or alcohol in the store.

Naan Staap

Thai n Pie Stepney

The Ribeye and T-bone. Ordered medium well. Was tasty and juicy. Could have more flavour if I’m being honest and could’ve been a little more done. Overall was nice. Chips were fluffy and nice. Service was great. Waiters were amazing. It is a quiet cosy place itself. You could see the chefs cooking from the dining area. 7/10 i would give go overall experience.

Its a okay place.  They have tried there best to provide a good service.  Food was ok but can do with more flavour specially grill items.  Thai menu was tasty.

The food here is very delicious and authentically Thai. I will definitely come again!

Surprisingly, the chef is Bangladeshi, but the taste is so good I honestly thought it was a Thai chef.

Kudos to the team!

Amazing food. The egg fried rice is the best fried rice I’ve ever eaten in my life and I’ve eaten, like, 1000 times I think. You should go here if you want Thai food in LDN!

Do not waste your time and money!!! I would give this restaurant 0 stars if I could.

I ordered beef wonton as a starter, chicken & mushroom pie, mash and vegetables.
All of the food was absolutely revolting🤮 the beef wonton tasted raw and very unseasoned, it was also a bit burnt. The chicken and mushroom pie was extremely dry with no flavour, the mash potato tasted like slop and the vegetables had a weird excessive chilli flavour.

I was seated right next to the toilet which made me feel sick as I was eating. There were people coming past me multiple times to access the toilet.

The food is extremely overpriced for the quality and service.
I visited a Turkish restaurant at the exact same price for 2 people including 6 dishes.

Thai n Pie

Spacious Turkish restaurant across the road from East London Masjid

Maedah Grill

Private Hall Hire above the restaurant. This is a really nice hall, nothing over the top but perfect for a small function (small wedding event). There were around 90 people which just about fitted in. Not sure what their overall capacity is. There is a set menu to choose from and depending on what you go for the price represents that. The hall hire is separate to food charge. The food was good, the chicken tikka starter, the chicken/meat currys were particularly good. Service was good, staff gave were they could extra food. Would of been nice to have zero sugar drinks. Overall very good.

I attended a wedding here at maedah restaurant so I didn’t have a menu. Everything was already catered before hand for £19 a head.

I was in their banqueting hall, which is an average adequate space. I believe they can sit around 150-200 people.

The stage design is also quite nice. It’s elegant and simple as well as minimalistic.

The starters, I didn’t try the spring rolls or somasos but the chicken they served was a STRAIGHT 8/10. The seasoning as well as the texture on the chicken was perfect.
We have asked for seconds and thirds for the starters that’s how good they were.

The mains - chicken curry - lamb curry - daal.

Chicken curry - 8/10. It had a nice sweet taste the chicken. It was different from your other curries you could taste the quality with every bite. It was full of flavour .

Meat curry - 10/10.  The meat was tender, soft, dissolved in your mouth and the sauce that accompanied it was just mouthwatering.

Daal - I personally didn’t try it but my uncle said he was disappointed.

We asked for 4 more meat curries. It was genuinely that delicious.

The service was top notch, waiters on standby everywhere, checking if we have enough - enough water - enough drinks.
Can’t complain.

The only reason it’s a 4 star from me is because they properly rationed that starters and when we asked for more, they said no. Didn’t provide reasoning

At first was surprised that we got a table so quick. Now I understand.
Would not recommend this place. After waiting an age, was served with terrible food and a side order of bad attitude.
Ordered a chicken burger meal, which was a dehydrated patty inside untoasted cheap bun. Asked for medium well steaks, got given rubber and silicone on a plate. When I tried to quietly ask what had happened and give some constructive criticism. Feedback was 'that's how we make it'. Was then surrounded by three waiters trying to intimidate me and my family. When I gave a little push back they got a little louder then walked off. Other customers approached my table to fight my corner.
Theres also a creepy guy sitting at a back table. Staring at us from when we got in, just with a small tea in his hand. Either a manager or owner, not too sure. Saw him behind the counter also.
My bill came to £82 or so, which I was more than willing to pay. (My money was already on the table). Another waiter asked them to give me a discount. After taking a few minutes having a meeting, they offered me a discount.
I didn't eat my food as you'll see in one of the pictures.
Overall, terrible experience, horrible food and despicable staff.
Definitely not returning and will be telling all my own people to avoid.

After reading the negative views I was in two minds about coming here but in the end decided to try it due to the prices

Ordered 2 meal deals consisting of 3 cubes, 3 wings, shawarma and Adana.

To our surprise it was actually decent and for the price you can’t go wrong.
Condiments were nice as well.

Starters were good and the bread was fresh and fluffy.

Portions were filling.

Staff were a bit robotic and disinterested.

Will be returning here very soon. 100% recommend

The flavours from the charcoal grill options, shawarma and fresh salads are of great quality. The pricing is very generous for the shawarma wrap meal deal, great portion and quality. Customer service is always 💯. The complementary free bread for starters was also really nice, fresh and 🔥. My go to place to eat in whitechapel would be here 💪

Chicken, wraps and burgers with Peri Peri seasoning

🐔 NANDOS, anyone? 😋 #twopeasfakeaway
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I whipped up a Nandos style iftaar a couple of days ago as we were all craving some juicy peri peri chicken 🤤 Initially, I wanted to use the Nandos marinade but it seems like everyone else had the same idea as me as I couldn’t find it anywhere! So I ended up making my own 😊 The best thing about cooking chicken like is that there are no steps; just whack everything in a blender to make the marinade! 
You will need:
6 chicken legs (including thighs)
1/2 an onion (medium size)
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2tbsp lemon juice
1tsp salt
1tsp peri peri seasoning
2tsp chilli powder (or less if you prefer your chicken mild!)
1/2tsp paprika
1/2tsp ground black pepper
1/4tsp red food colouring
1 whole scotch bonnet pepper

Once you’ve got your sauce, evenly coat the chicken in it and pop into the oven at 180C for around 40 minutes, turning them over half way. Make sure you make a few gashes in your chicken first in order for it to absorb more flavour! 👌🏽
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@twopeasfoodies's review of Nando's Whitechapel on Instagram

Nando's Whitechapel

I recently visited Nando’s and ordered the Whole Chicken Family Platter along with a variety of sides: chili mash potatoes, piri-piri chips, regular fries, rice, and a fresh salad. For a starter, we chose halloumi sticks.

The whole chicken was cooked perfectly…juicy, tender, and full of flavor, with that classic Nando’s peri-peri kick. The chili mash potatoes were creamy and well-seasoned, the piri-piri chips had a nice spicy crunch, and the regular fries were golden and crisp. The rice was perfectly cooked, and the salad was fresh and crisp, adding a light balance to the hearty meal.

The only issue was with the halloumi starter, which arrived after our main course was finished. Halloumi is best enjoyed hot and fresh, so getting it at the end slightly disrupted the flow of the meal.

Overall, the food quality was excellent, the portions generous, and the flavors spot on. Just a small note for the staff to serve starters on time…it would make the experience even better.

I visited Nando’s last week and had an amazing experience! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by a lovely girl in a red shirt with a bright smile who seated us comfortably. Since we were quite hungry and ordered a bit more, she kindly arranged a bigger table for us. The food was served promptly and with care.

Another staff member, a tall girl in a light green T-shirt, kindly checked in on us to make sure everything was perfect. The service throughout was both professional and friendly.

As always, the food was delicious—I especially love the sweet potatoes and corn on the cob! 🙏

Thank you very much for such a wonderful experience. We had a great time!

I came down to nandos whitechapel for a quick lunch, and overall the food quality was great and food was given to us so quickly! Shoutout to those chefs! However, I think the front of house staff could do a bit better, they were not very friendly and looked sad to be there tbh.. There wasn’t many sauces available and it wasn’t that busy, sauces should deffo be more stocked. And cleanliness was a huge issue for sure! The place wasn’t that clean and one of the forks we picked up had a rice grain stuck in it! Gross! Overall the food at this nandos was amazing but a few things have to be fixed!

The Supervisor(introduced him as assistant manager bengali guy during 15:30 shift on friday 22/8/25 )was too rude and not welcoming.We went there with colleagues to have regular Nandos experience and because of the rude behavior while taking order from us we felt ashamed of coming to this branch again.
Even the rice we ordered was fried and he refuse to give us change(picture attached).
Though we get beautiful welcoming vibe in farrigdon and goodmayes branch.

Good location, good facilities, nice vibe. Food was ok, but the spicy was a bit too starchy for me. I couldn't eat it.

We have 385 restaurants, 72 of which serve only Halal chicken and are signposted both in the restaurant and online. A small proportion of chicken sold in our other restaurants may also be Halal.

Nando's

Amigos Burgers & Shakes-Whitechapel

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)

Was visiting London and drove past this place the other day — decided to give it a try today, and I’m glad I did!

I had the Beef Habanero Jam burger and it was on point — perfect if you like your burger with a bit of a kick. The loaded fries were also spot on, but what really stood out to me were the fries themselves. They tasted amazing — definitely high-quality, not the cheap kind you sometimes get elsewhere.

Overall, a solid 9/10. Would definitely come back!

Clean, aesthetic and simple atmosphere. You can instantly tell even when they serve you and how the food looks it’s so simplistic and beautiful. It’s an eye candy. And the food is absolutely delicious. Super friendly customer service and they’re very happy to see you coming back because you enjoy the food so much. Halal and absolutely worth it.  Reasonable prices, not too cheap like KFC or McDonalds that you question the quality and profit, but not too expensive you will walk out of the door empty handed. Just right.

Absolutely amazing!

Amigos on Commercial Road never disappoints. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and served hot. The burgers are juicy, the peri-peri chicken is packed with spice and perfectly cooked, and the milkshakes are top-tier—thick, creamy, and indulgent.

The staff are always friendly and welcoming, and the service is quick even during busy times. The restaurant is clean, well-kept, and has a great vibe for casual dining or a quick bite.

Whether you’re grabbing food to go or sitting in with friends, Amigos always hits the spot. Highly recommend if you’re in the area and craving great food!

Very nice chicken burger. Very accommodating when we showed up in a group of 8 even if the place is somewhat small. If we are in the area again we will be back

Very busy burger shop , there is not enough seating capacity, service was good food was fantastic price is little bit expensive then others shop, there is very difficult to find parking

Amigos

Classy dining experience serving an American menu

Madison Steak & Grill

We visit for the buffet, but I was disappointed to find that the food was served cold—everything, including the curries. The lamb biryani tasted stale and lacked freshness. The fish fry was overcooked, and both the chicken and the meat curry were overwhelmingly oily and spicy without any real flavour. I also tried the paya, which had a strange smell. After the first bite, it was clear that it was spoiled. It's unacceptable to serve this quality of food to customers, especially when they are paying for it. There should always be respect for food service, and I expect much better than what was provided. This experience reflects a lack of care for customer satisfaction.
Can strongly recommend best skip this place. No food hygiene was maintained.
Bad place for having food and spending  waste of money.

We had a very bad experience here. Me and my friends ordered lamb shank, but the food was not fresh at all, the meat had a bad smell and even the sauce was smelling. We told the waiter, but he went to the chef and came back saying “the food is fine’. Then he said, “the boss also said the food is fresh.” It felt like you were literally forcing us to eat something that was clearly not fresh. We kept saying the food was not good, but you kept insisting it was fine. This is not right, we are customers, and we cannot be forced to accept bad food. At the very least you could have apologized or offered to change the dish, but you did nothing. When I said I called health and safety, you quickly removed everything and took the food inside. Anyway, my friend ordered something else which was nice, and we paid for that. The only good thing is you didn’t charge us for the lamb shank. I am writing this review so that you will understand that you cannot force people to eat food that is not fresh. Please take customer complaints seriously in the future.

Very impressed with the quality of food, massive portion size and value for money. I was genuinely shocked how good the prices were given how expensive everything is in London (£7.99 I think for a very good sized half grilled peri chicken, large chips, salad and sliced chicken breast!). The restaurant could do with turning some music on to create some ambience. Thank you Madison and keep up the great work!

I really enjoyed the food here, we ordered the munch yard platter 2, everything tasted delicious, the half chicken was full of flavour, the rice was nice and abit spicy, the lamb chops were perfectly cooked and came off the bone just how I like it, the bbq wings was yum but they forgot to give us the 4pc kimchi mayo wings (hence why I gave 4star rating otherwise it would of been a 5).
My son got the crispy hot n spicy burger which was really good too.
The dirty fries were yum and full of flavour. Evrything just tasted great.
We also had a jug of mango lassi as my family love it and we asked for no ice where I thought it wouldn’t taste as good but it did.
The service was good too & the staff were friendly.
The interior is pretty and I really liked the seating, spacious aswell as comfy.

I Recently visited Madison Steak & Grill and tried their buffet – and I must say, it was fantastic! So many delicious items to choose from, everything was well-prepared and fresh. We enjoyed a wide variety of dishes and topped it off with a nice cup of tea after lunch. Great service, cozy atmosphere – will definitely be returning!
🙌 #BuffetGoals #FoodieFind #MadisonSteakAndGrill

Le Madison Steakhouse

CUPP Bubble Tea - Whitechapel

Absolutely love this place! The bubble tea is always fresh, perfectly balanced, and full of flavor. The tapioca pearls are soft and chewy, and the drinks have just the right level of sweetness. The staff are super friendly and welcoming, and the shop itself has a cozy vibe that makes you want to stay longer. There's a great variety of options on the menu, so there's always something new to try, but the classics are spot on too.
Definitely my go-to spot for bubble tea-highly recommend! This is my new favourite the dragon fruit butterfly milk ❤️

the brown sugar premium and cloud cake drinks were absolutely amazing i recommend them both! 10/10 drinks & customer service, the worker Aya was extremely lovely! will be coming again

very cozy shop lovely staff very friendly and very patient with my questions they  do have a loyalty card option which is worth downloading thank tou lovely  S for making my visit a good one

This is the best boba place I’ve ever seen or heard of in my life. We got on and off a bus, then into a £19 uber to get here at 1:30 am on a Friday night. And, they also close at 2am. How brilliant! Every place in china town sucks and closes early. I would die and kill for a cupp boba. Thank you Samirah for your wonderful experience helping us here!

I always come back here because the drinks are amazing every single time. The mango fruit tea is super refreshing, and the dragon fruit lemonade has become one of my new favourites. Staff are ALWAYS super sweet and and the shop has a nice vibe. Easily the bubble tea spot in LONDON.

All our bubble teas are suitable for a Halal diet.

Cupp

The Hungry Cow - Whitechapel E1

This place is absolutely rubbish, I wish I could leave zero stars. I rarely leave any negative reviews and I’ll never berate a local business, but this place is an absolute waste of your money. I ordered a double smash burger, it was so tiny, I could have finished it in 2 bites, it was tiny! It’s supposed to be a “double” smash burger. The burger also stank of peanuts for some reason. There is no customer experience or care here, the portions and food is rubbish. Don’t even waste your time or money here, they are absolutely rubbish. The chicken strips I ordered on the side, it was one of those disgusting ultra processed ones you get in a cash and carry, I thought they’d be proper chicken strips, and it’s £4.99 for a portion I think. The only good thing was the drink, and that’s because they don’t make it. This was my first and last time here, that was a complete waste of £12, honestly, if you want smash burgers Amigos is a literal 1-min walk from where they are, their burgers and food is so much better. I never do this after eating out somewhere, but I genuinely feel like going back and getting a refund. It’s an absolute joke of a burger takeway.

Placed the food over the phone for collection. The burger was piping hot, and just perfect. Absolutely delicious smash burger… craving it right now.

The new clucking cow combo smash burger cook with Irish Angus beef & spicy chicken burger caramelised onion, cheese, gherkin, lettuce & special sauce very juicy tender succulent very tasty. Smokin smash cooked with Irish Angus beef , turkey rashers, onion rings, lettuce, cheese, bbq sauce full of flavour tender juicy burger nicely cooked taste was bangin.Big Cheesy cooked with Irish Angus beef patty, cheese very cheesy juicy tender soft succulent tasty smash burger. Miami heat chicken dip buttermilk chicken spicy dipped in spicy Miami sauce very tasty nice flavour.loaded buttermilk fries & Miami bite was awesome.

Used to live around, I was a regular at this place. Few weeks ago I came back to the neighborhood after two years, and I couldn't help myself I ended up here again. Tried my fav The HUNGRY cow meal. BEST BURGER PLACE IN EAST LONDON. These guys I don't know how they do it but... There's no comparison. So glad I had the chance to enjoy them while I lived there. Never change!! You're the best x

Heard alot of hype from this place so thought I'd try it out. Customer service isn't so great. Staff aren't very welcoming and it felt quite awkward.

The food is overpriced and not even value for money. One of the burgers we had the lettuce was gone off. Absolutely disgusting how they included that knowing its gone off. We opted in for cheese in our wrap. The wrap was loaded with cheese which made the wrap sickening, there was more cheese than chicken.

Don't recommend this place and don't see myself returning here. Food quality needs to improve especially with the prices their selling at.

The Hungry Cow

The Hungry Mandem

Great customer service, providing fresh quality food thats value for money. Mega Mandem is humongous, variety of lovely flavoured Wings, Chops cooked to perfection, tender and bursting with flavour, Chilli cheese balls are a great addition. The Drinks were perfect and it seems as though you can never have enough of it.

First, I want to say this place is takeaway only and the kitchen is kind of hard to find but if you know the Mile End area, you should be able to find it.
I ordered the Classy Mandem, Banging BBQ wings and the blu ‘ras’ mojito. Didn’t get the chips which was unfortunate as I really wanted to try them out but they was out of stock. The chips that’s came with the meal was nice but very salty. Can’t go wrong with fat chips tbh.
The burger was big but, personally didn’t like the way it tasted. It was dry, and didn’t taste like a normal burger. They tried something new but it wasn’t for me. Personally, I think they shouldn’t put onions in the patty mixture especially when they put caramelised onions as one of the burger toppings. That’s just too much onion. It needed more salt in the burger too. Probably used it all on the chips. If your Bengali it reminded me of a keema bora. Personally shouldn’t  be made as a burger patty. The burger would’ve been a lot better if it was just made the traditional way and a lot more juicy. Would’ve made the meal a lot more enjoyable.
The wings was decent, have nothing bad to say about them. Had loads of BBQ sauce and was topped with sesame seeds.
The mojito was decent too, did taste more minty than blueberry though. Think they needed to add more syrup and maybe more fizz. They also provided chilli sauce. It was extremely spicy but If you love spice you’ll love the sauce. I couldn’t handle it but the chilli sauce did taste good. If I could handle spice I know I would’ve loved that sauce.
Overall, the food was good. Not bad, not amazing. Just standard tbh.

In the app(too good to go) it was showing that I will get £12 food in £4, but the food (burger only) might cost £2.5 hardly! there are too many good restaurants around from which one can get same burger by £2.5!! it was waste of money.

Had a nightmare with Deliveroo delivery but the restaurant went above and beyond to resolve the issue.
Driver had left one of the burgers at the restaurant and one of the restaurant staff noticed and went out of their way to drop off the missing burger and even brought a drink to apologise for the inconvenience.
Amazing customer service and food was great.

Best burgers I've had so far the portion extremely good for the price the naga wings actually spicey and the mocktails were also really good.

Our food is halal, our meat suppliers are HMC approved, we purchase from Gafoor who are 100 percent halal.

PocketSquare Skyline Bar & Terrace

Me and my husband had a lovely time for our date night. This was our first time going to Pocketsquare Skyline. As soon as we arrived, it was such a nice chilled vibe. Live DJ for entertainment. The food was great and the customer service was amazing especially from Rylan. He made our experience worth going back.

Would highly recommend

We had drinks and my martini was perfect. Music was house techno and a little loud however cool. The views are gorgeous. Staff was nice. Had a high top and just soaked up the atmosphere and London lights at night. Service charge of 12.5 is added which for drinks might be a little high. It was a wonderful time and only an elevator from my room on the 8th floor

Very friendly staff and amazing atmosphere. The bar food is good. The view from there is amazing.
The only thing I would spot is that we reserved a table outside because they guaranteed there would be blankets available. When we asked for a blanket they said they did not have any available.
Luckily, it was not Crowded and we could move to a table inside.

Anyway, I would definitely recommend this bar and for sure I would be back. Lovely experience.

How convient is that the next venue is just an elevator away ? This was brilliant, didn't need to worry about ordering an Uber, or do citymapping for the direction to the next place.
The first impression is the view and the view is brilliant. Having work in the area for a few year, I would never imagine the view this bar have.

It's a small bar / lounge place so capacitywise it's limited and to be safe book a reservation.
Outdoor seating is minimal but again book in advance.

Being so close to Brick Lane I guess the art inspired design is a homage to the area.  It's trendy, arty and the drinks are good but are bit....

Love that they have a dj playing some house lounge-type music.

Service and the staff were good but the bar was busy so felt sorry for the waiter running around taking orders and serving drinks.

The decor is elegant and matches the nice view! The cocktails are surprising but expansive, as the food. Service is great, the staff is nice!

The food at the bar isn’t halal. However, you can able to pre order ahead of their booking and we can arrange it. A week's notice is sufficient.

PocketSquare

Boujee Burgers

Sorry to say this but it's average. I asked for dipped but only 2 lots of the wings were dipped n 2 lots were drizzled. Ghost chilli???
Non existent!!! Naga!!!! Non Existent!!! Black truffle was visibly there but no flavour!!! One looked and tasted a bit like burger sauce.
Overall over rated and a MASSIVE let down.

COUNTLESS ISSUES WITH BOUJEE BURGERS, LONDON, E1 4UN
This is the FIFTH TIME chips were not done as described on the menu. This is my local, hence re-ordering as i originally liked the fat chips compared to all other fast food. This time the chips were SOGGY instead of crispy. Worst of all there was no onions at all!!!!!! The onions meant for the chips are meant to be crispy caramelised to compliment the taste and when i saw no onions at all, well to say this was a BIG DISAPPOINTMENT would be an understatement!!

Then moving on to the Cheesy Bites…because i’ve complained before about their chips, i feel they have definitely done this on purpose because EACH of them had NO CHEESE FILLING!!! It was EMPTY! You readers here can be the judge of my Boujee Cheesy Chunky Chip & Cheesy Bites review as i have provided PHOTO EVIDENCE of this. And to have SPENT AROUND £45 on them really does take the cake!

Last but not least their SHAKES are ALWAYS RUNNY. What i realised is they pre-make it and store it in the fridge instead of freshly squeezing it out. And this ain’t no exaggeration because they were never thick in any of MY PAST ORDERS. But i didn’t make a biggie out of it coz i mainly got food from them for chunky chips which was ONCE-UPON-A-TIME-AGO done right.

My complaints to Uber weren’t as successful coz it was my word against theirs. I have no idea how it is possible for them to keep their business in EXISTANCE???? I guess more FOOL me in repeating with my orders to them which am sure many like me do and thats what keeps them running. WELL NO MORE ON MY PART, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH.

I ordered from here the other day via deliveroo with the name P S. Food was amazing.

Today however, absolutely disgusted to the point of no return.

Black truffle mayo burger.
The other day it was so sweet and succulent and delicious with a touch of truffle mayo.

Today it was basicly drowned, and I mean DROWNED in truffle mayo. Congrats to the guy who made this burger today that I will never buy from here again.

Take a look at the pics, this amount of sauce came out from only half of 1 burger... this aint normal.

This was basicly not a burger with truffle mayo in it, rather it was truffle mayo with a bun in it.

Appauled.

I hope management really takes this opportunity to teach their staff quality control.

A thin layer of truffle mayo, not DROWNED.

Management you really need to deal with your staff, you lost a proper customer today that loved your food on its first impression

I recently ordered from Boujee Burgers and when I bit into my chicken burger, I was shocked to discover that the patty was completely raw in the middle. This was seriously concerning for my health.

Thankfully, I didn't get sick from consuming the raw chicken, but it was definitely a close call. I understand that everyone can have an off day, but when it comes to food safety, there's no room for error. Boujee Burgers needs to take a hard look at their kitchen practices and ensure that incidents like this never happen again.

Until I can trust that they've improved their standards, I can't in good conscience recommend Boujee Burgers to others. It's a shame because with the right precautions, they could be a great takeaway spot. But for now, proceed with caution if you choose to order from there.

I really wasn't sure about this place because of the name choices, so decided to go for a standard burger, I got the angus beef with turkey bacon, I really enjoyed my it! As for the loaded chips I wasn't too impressed I was expecting something a little more put together however it looked messy and had only a few cut up pieces of fried chicken strips, the chips alone were nice, crispy and huge! However I wouldn't bother with the loaded chips. Will be trying the wagyu burger next!

Sushi & Thai Express

Randomly decided to try this spot and was happy we went. The food tasted fresh and was super delicious. The customer service was great too. We ordered the pad Thai, nasi goreng and the deep fried prawn sushi roll which was amazing 😋😋 the seating area was nice too

I know this isn’t a 5 star restaurant but still it was so underwhelming. No one came to take our order after we were sat there for almost 20 mins. Only one napkin each was given. I ordered chicken yakisoba noodles and they were literally maggi noodles out of a packet with loads of veg and boiled chicken. The guy had a hair net on but no beard net. He handled my straw with his bare hands. The food just wasn’t great. Service was appalling and a very strange place to be honest. The bento box we ordered was served in a plate alongside lettuce.

I did not think it would be this delicious but the food is absolutely amazing!! Such genuine customer service and the owner is the chef making the food fresh and yummy. Spice level is changeable to what you desire as well! We had rice dish and yakisoba. And the crunch sushi was the best sushi I have ever had. And I have been to many sushi restaurants. Below is a picture of our beef rice dish, so yummy I recommend 100%.

New place thought id try it out, i end up getting chicken chow mein it was ok not quite the same as other places tho. Customer service was really good amazing looking shop go try it out.

Great first try of Sushi and Thai express.

Spicy salmon crunch roll- hint of spice but overall a refreshing flavour with lots of crunch form the fried onions.

Tiger roll - seared salmon is hard to find in rolls so was really looking forward to this. It’s slightly warm and has a toasted flavour. Great for anyone who is nervous about trying raw salmon. Easily my favourite of the order.

Chicken crunch roll - restaurant gave this for free. It’s not something we’d order, tends to be dry but this wasn’t at all. The avocado and sauce helped but most importantly the chicken katsu wasn’t dry!

Chicken Katsu curry- curry spices, more savoury than sweet. Had chunks of veg as opposed to a smooth sauce, down to preference really. Again the chicken wasn’t dry which makes all the difference.

Recommend everything above, particularly the Tiger roll.

Ordered on JustEat, delivered within 30 minutes. Looking forward to trying again!

Our entire menu is halal and we do not serve alcohol.

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Simply Smashed - Quality Smash Burgers

My first trip here, very impressed (and I'm quite fussy). Service was excellent and I saw them cleaning the customer area 3 times in the time I ate my food. The football was on too which was a nice touch. But down to the important bit, the food. I ordered a double smashed wagyu bacon, OG chicken fries, mango chutney wings and the guava ice drink. The burger was rich, juicy and tasty. The fries were delicious, although if I had to pick fault, I would have liked them a little hotter. The wings were cooked well and the sauce was delicious. It's lovely to see some drinks that aren't from Coca Cola as well 🍉

Overall, super impressed and will be returning.

We stopped here for an early dinner on one of the days of our visit to London from Melbourne, and I can say it was definitely worthwhile. Muaz was so helpful, making sure we got the best of what was on offer based off our personal preferences, it made for a great experience and all his suggestions were 11/10. Would definitely visit again!

Everything was banging, especially that Wagyu Smashed burger with that Algerian sauce. Service from AW was exceptional and food was great. Food also arrived within 5 minutes.

Will be visiting again

Absolutely amazing Food! Friendly family atmosphere. Great selection on menu and drinks!  Enjoyed our food thoroughly . Great service from Rahman , Very Polite and well spoken! Thank you for a wonderful Meal this afternoon. Keep it up!

Tried out the Angus beef 🍔 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
-Overpriced and tasted like a normal burger. There were only two and a half pickles in the burger topped with lettuce and some sickeningly sweet sauce.

Price 💵 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
- Not VFM. £7.00 for a mid burger.

Drinks ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ -
- Disappointed that they were selling Aldi and Lidl drinks for £1.50 which is absurd even though they cost £2.00 for a six pack

Toilet facilities 🚻 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
- Decent, provided with hand wash and adequate water pressure. Clean as well.

Customer service 💁‍♂️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
- Friendly and helpful staff. Very attentive and manager was helpful.

Overall, I wouldn’t return. Food is mid nothing special. Wings were ok. Been here once in 2023 and food is still the same. Overpriced and under delivered. Unfortunate because the staff are attentive and caring.

Simply Smashed

Distinctive cooking styles and rituals of Mumbai

Hichki Indian Restaurant

Great find in Whitechapel for a quick, tasty meal at good prices and good portions.  I was dining alone 7 opted for the mixed grill, chips and naan.  All were nice, hot and tasty.  Service was quick and the staff were friendly.  Some of the decor like the wallpaper is worn, peeling or been stuck back on with tape so the place could do with some investment on it's maintenance, as it did seem to be busy, so getting it spruced up can only attract more people.

Food was nice. Sevice by Afreen was excellent. It was our 2nd visit in last 10 days. We will be back soon . And try your Indian food .

The restaurant looks new, with excellent ambiance. I have been to all the Indian Restaurants around Budapest but the staff and food here is one of the best. Excellent location, close to the Chain Bridge. I suggest trying their South Indian food.

Visited on a quiet Sunday as a couple, service was quick and friendly.  Most importantly the food was great, would recommend this place if you're visiting.  Thumbs up for the lamb masala and aubergine curry

We visited at the beginning of July and were warmly welcomed by the friendly staff offering gelato samples outside the shop. They were incredibly kind and helpful, guiding us through the flavors and letting us taste a few.

Before leaving, we asked for a takeaway bag — and to our surprise, the guy handed us an extra cup with the two best flavors to try. Such a thoughtful and generous gesture!

Amazing service and truly delicious gelato. We'll definitely come back!

Hichki

Sahara Grill Whitechapel

I visited Sahara Grill in Whitechapel recently, and honestly, it lived up to the hype. I ordered the steak, the buffalo wings, and their passion drink, and each of them hit the mark in a slightly different way.

Let’s start with the steak. It came out with a perfect balance between a charred outside and a tender, juicy inside. You can tell they know what they’re doing on the grill. Every bite had real flavour, nothing bland and nothing over seasoned, just proper satisfying steak cooked the way it should be.

The buffalo wings were the kind of wings that make you pause for a moment after the first bite. They had an ideal mix of heat, tang, and a touch of sweetness without being drowned in sauce. They were crispy enough to enjoy the texture while still staying juicy inside. If you like wings, these are very easy to recommend.

The passion drink was a nice surprise. It was light, refreshing, and not overly sweet, which made it a great match for the heavier dishes. It is the sort of drink you finish quicker than you expect.

Service wise, the team was friendly and on point. Even though the place was busy, the food arrived quickly, and the atmosphere felt lively but comfortable.

Overall, Sahara Grill is one of those spots you visit once and instantly understand why people talk about it so much. Good food, good energy, and absolutely worth a visit if you are in Whitechapel.

Excellent food and top-notch service. Everything was full of flavour and cooked to perfection, especially the grilled meats. The atmosphere was lively but comfortable, and the staff were welcoming and attentive. Definitely one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a while. Highly recommend!

Very tasty and spicy, super large portions. Dark interior and poor lighting, though, and poor ventilation was coughing the charcoal smoke. Service great, good for family events as very large restaurant with clean amenities. Book table in advance.

We came here for my son and daughter's birthday. We live over an hour away but Sahara Grill is worth the journey. We had the red hot burger, cajun burger, rib eye and Angus steak. All the food was exceptional and our server Jamal was knowledgeable in his recommendations and service was super fast. The entire team is friendly and the restaurant is clean. Highly recommend.

Excellent service from Omar. Very caring, attentive and professional. Been served by him on few occasions now and each time a brilliant service .

Steak was tender, juicy and large. A lot of value for your money.

Only downside was the steak knives were a little blunt so had to work extra hard to dig into the steak! But otherwise brilliant meal all round.

Highly recommended for those steak lovers!

Everything on our menu is Halal. We don't serve alcohol or pork. A Halal certificate is available upon request - please ask a member of staff.

Sahara Grill

Tayyabs

One of the best proper curry houses in London, with authentic flavours in a busy and popular environment.

Bring your own booze, or don’t have any, there are soft drink options which accompany the meal nicely.

The lamb chops and garlic naan are outstanding, and all the curry dishes are great.

Sometimes a little wait if you don’t have a reservation but it’s easy to see why as it’s always packed, across 3 floors. At lunchtime it can be a bit quieter, eg Sunday afternoon.

Is a great evening out with a group, the atmosphere is energetic and the food arrives quickly after ordering, and doesn’t disappoint.

Fair prices, consistent quality and a fun visit.

A great experience here. The atmosphere is lively, and it was completely packed. I would definitely book in advance - even this doesn’t guarantee you a table, it just pushes you to the front of the queue! The food itself was absolutely delicious - so flavoursome, and so much of it. The meat biryani (the house special on a Friday night) was unreal.
The service was attentive and friendly, and the prices were fair, especially for London. I’d highly recommend this restaurant - thank you very much

Tayyabs is one of those London spots people always talk about, and after going, I get why. The Punjabi food is bold, full of spice, and cooked with real character. The lamb chops are the dish everyone raves about for a reason…smoky, juicy, and packed with flavor. The karahi curries are rich, hearty, and perfect for sharing around the table. Portions are generous, so you won’t leave hungry.

The atmosphere is buzzing and energetic. It’s not a quiet or intimate restaurant, but that’s part of the charm. It feels alive, with big groups, sizzling plates, and constant movement. Seating can be tight, and it does get noisy, so don’t expect a calm dinner. This is more about enjoying the food and the energy of the place.

Service is quick, sometimes a little rushed, but that matches the pace of the restaurant. Food usually comes out fast and fresh, which is impressive given how busy it gets. The interior is simple and functional…it’s clear the focus here is all about the food.

You might walk out with your clothes carrying the smoky aroma of the grill, but honestly, that’s part of the experience. Overall, Tayyabs is a London institution worth visiting. Go with friends or family, order plenty, and enjoy the flavors.

Had a great experience at Tayyabs. The food was so good: we got the lamb chops, seekh kebab, garlic naan, pilau rice, mango lassi, samosa and karahi chicken tikka masala.

Great portions, all cooked and seasoned beautifully. The staff were so friendly and kind, thank you for a memorable meal!

We visited Tayyab’s as a group of 8 (4 adults and 4 children aged 4–13) on a Saturday evening with a 5:45pm booking. As expected, the place was absolutely ram-packed.

We were seated upstairs initially which was fine, but by around 6:30pm it completely filled up and became incredibly loud. The atmosphere is very lively and buzzing, which works brilliantly for adults, but honestly not so great for kids. It’s extremely noisy and there aren’t many mild, child-friendly meal options on the menu.

That said, the food itself was actually decent and arrived surprisingly quickly given how busy it was. The BYOB setup is obviously a big draw – people bring their own drinks and just order food, which makes it very attractive for large groups.

Overall, I’d highly recommend Tayyab’s for big groups of adults who enjoy a loud, bustling environment and great energy. But for families with young children, based on our experience, it’s probably not the best fit.

Boujee Boba

Ordered from here twice on Uber eats, I tasted brown sugar milkshake and loved it! I had fruit tea (could have done with a few more popping balls) the  salted caramel milkshake is amazing but be warned it is really sweet! The Blueberry mojito was okay, I would have liked a little more zesty/tangy flavour. Overall I would purchase again as there is a good variety of drinks, customer service is excellent!

Wish I read the reviews before I ordered from
them. Received the wrong order, I ordered a milk tea and received a fruit tea. The tapioca is hard and barely chewable and they sent me a burnt cookie dough that literally smells like smoke, with no ice cream.
Is there somebody I can contact?
You wouldn’t serve customers in hospitality like this, so why do you think it’s acceptable to send orders off in this state?

I Tried A Nice Strawberry Fruity Twist Bubble Tea With A Blend Of Passion Fruit Popping Bubbles & Green Apple Bubbles Which I Enjoyed.
A Classic Milky Brown Sugar Bubble Tea Is The 1, I've Tried Many & This 1 Is Delish, The Right Amount Of Sweetness, Some Don't Add Enough Brown Sugar, But This 1 Was Nicely Made & I Can Tell There's Something 'Boujee' About This 1.
& A Unique Refreshing Mango Mojito, With Strawberry Bubbles & Brown Sugar. I Loved This So Much With The Slices Of Limes & Mint Inside It Was Super Refreshing.
Thank Yu For Delicious Bubble Teas Bro, Definitely Check Out Boujee Boba For Boujee Bubble Teas In East London.

Had the chance to try out @boujeeboba_ldn , have to say its one my favourite bubble/milk tea spots, went back a second time to try out there lotus biscoff brown sugar milk tea, and the flavour was a different level. They also do mojito bubble teas and the flavour options are endless. If your ever in mile end do check them out.

Boba was decent but they have me a extremely small strawberry, which I struggled to suck. I would have preferred sitting down while waiting for my order as well. But these are only small issues, which can be changed easily if they care.

All our menu items are suitable for a halal diet.

Dilpasand Restaurant

We had a great experience at this Pakistani restaurant. We for 21:30 and were served immediately, which already set the tone for a smooth evening. One thing I genuinely appreciated was the big bottle of water a full litre and a half. Most places bring you a tiny bottle and call it a day, so this felt like a small but thoughtful gesture.

The menu is extensive and full of tempting options. Portions aren’t huge, which actually works well because you can order a variety of dishes and try more things. I’d strongly recommend the pani puri and lamb which is fresh, punchy, and absolutely delicious and the grilled meats, which were beautifully cooked and full of flavour.

We did have a minor issue with a cold draft inside the restaurant, but after moving to another table it was completely resolved. The staff were kind and attentive throughout, and the service was quick without feeling rushed. The food tasted fresh and vibrant, and the complimentary dessert at the end was a lovely touch.

Landed in London from Paris, watched few tiktok videos that highly recommended ‘Dilpasand’. Went straight to the restaurant - food, service and ambience were amazing!

Akram served us with respect and professionalism and recommended Gola Kebab, Lahore Tikka, Lamb Nihari and Chicken Karahi! All the dishes were outstanding!

We were offered complimentary Phirni by Murtuza!

Overall great service, food and ambience! Will definitely be back before we head back home to Australia!

Absolutely loved the food! The Chicken 65 paired with Rumali Roti was a standout—flavorful, tender, and perfectly spiced. The Haleem was rich and comforting, and those ginger chunks added a delightful kick. My friend tried the Chana Masala with Lacha Paratha and was genuinely impressed—even though he rarely enjoys much food outside, he truly loved this meal. Hats off to the chef…. A big shoutout to Ruhaan and Murtuza for their exceptional service! They were warm, attentive, and made our dining experience truly memorable. Their friendly demeanour and thoughtful gestures added a personal touch that made us feel genuinely welcomed.

Authentic Pakistani cuisine and the food was absolutely amazing! I’m generally not a fan of chicken biriyani but their chicken biriyani was really flavoursome, juicy and tender. They also gave us complementary yakhni which was perfect for the cold weather. Will defo come again and highly recommend!

Had an amazing experience at Dilpasand Restaurant! The customer service was outstanding every time we visited. The staff were very active, friendly, and attentive to every detail. The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and excellent service! 👏🍽️

Dilpasand

Relaxed cafe with a quirky vibe serving all-day food

Everyone’s favourite breakfast/brunch spot! 🍳🥓
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Food: N and I always order the Full English Breakfast (with some tweaks) cos who doesn’t love a Full English? We always get the Sausages, Turkey Bacon, Eggs, Sourdough and Beans, and sometimes a cheeky side of Crushed Avocado or Halloumi. Everything is delicious. The Sausages taste so fatty that we can FEEL ourselves putting on the pounds 😂 but booooyy 👅 are they scrumptious! The only thing we hate are tomatoes, but we always order them because they look good in the pictures. 😬😂
Service: You have to order at the till and the food doesn’t take long.
Settings: 5/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 5/10
Overall: 6/10

@twopeasfoodies's review of Grounded Aldgate on Instagram

I went to check out @groundedcoffeeco_london
During the week after hearing good things .

Pictured is the full English (halal) at £9.50 and pancakes £7.50 .

I have to say I think this place is massively overrated. No way this is worth £9.50. The sausage was decent enough, but there wasn't enough here to justify the price, the word BASIC comes to mind and this shouldn't cost more than £5. It came with sourdough toast which was hard and unpleasant. Also, didn't even come with a cup of tea. Bump. .

The pancakes where just okay and they wern't even round! Brioche burger definitely do the best pancakes. 
The decor and vibe in there is good tho. But I'd take value over decor. You can go down a few shops and get a full English for £5.

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@halalfoodguy's review of Grounded Aldgate on Instagram

🔴 @groundedcoffeeco_london 🔴 Located Near Aldgate East
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This is probably a spot most East Londoners been eating for good few years. And personally my regular fav spot in the area. They have a massive menu, from breakfast dishes, to burgers and ribs as well as pancakes and French toast. They’re oat latte also on point, good premium coffee beans
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Pictured above are:-
🔳 Full English (£12.50)
🔳 Egg On Toast (£8)
🔳 East Classic Burger (£10.50)
🔳 Buttermilk Pancakes (£12.50)
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The full English breakfast is your classic popular dish here. I enjoy this more than others in the local area like cafe east and others. Every time I have that it doesn’t give me the greasy and oily feeling. Some days it does flop but in general I do enjoy this a lot
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The burger I think is underrated. It’s weirdly a solid burger aswell. Like a good enjoyable Gourmet Burger. When I first had it, I’m like huh how the hell is this so good. I was expecting dead burger. Lol but it’s actually a solid burger. Not like a blow your mind away burger, but a burger you’ll eat and probably enjoy. Some days I did have it dry. But when it’s good, it’s joccccyyyyy 
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But highlight for me always is their pancakes. I think this place made me love buttermilk style pancakes and pancakes that are thick fluffy but have that cakey taste, if that makes sense. But your slim looking pancakes
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All in all this place is generally the best breakfast place in East London

@halalhunt's review of Grounded Aldgate on Instagram

Grounded London

Decided to give this business a try after a friend suggested it was good. However, i happened to find that the previous comments about service and the waitresses are sadly true. There are a few of them and although not all were unprofessional, there was one who led us in (without a welcoming smile) and another who carelessly dumped our plates in front of us.

Regarding my plate, I’ve had better french toast in many other places and this one is surely on the list to avoid in the future!

A standout spot for quality brunch with flavorful, well-executed dishes. Expect a queue it’s popular for good reason but the food largely justifies the wait.Highlights:  Jerk chicken burger juicy, boldly spiced, and satisfying.
French toast – the star: plush brioche soaked to perfection, crowned with a vibrant mix of fresh fruits.

Low point:
The matcha latte was disappointing gritty, coarse, and among the weakest I’ve had. Quality here needs urgent refinement. Excellent mains make this a strong brunch contender. Come for the food, skip the matcha. Recommended with patience and selective ordering.

Husband and I came here on a busy Sunday morning where there was queues outside. We quickly got in as a table for 2 which was good.

We ordered a full English, French toast, mocha and a latte. I enjoyed my full English but did not enjoy the turkey rashers, tasted too plasticy. The real shocker came with the French toast, most of it was inflated air so not filling at all. The jam on top of the French toast was really nice though.

One thing I found incredibly off putting were the salt and pepper shakers on the table, they were so sticky with layers on gunk that I couldn't clean my hands properly.

Was here for lunch on a weekday. Quite cozy and staff were friendly and helpful. Ordered smoked salmon with poached eggs and a side order of sweet potato fries which were great. The area is quite busy.

I don’t know how to start, but the classic beef English breakfast really needs improvement. The beef sausage was flavourless, felt like something from Tesco just cooked and served. The only things I liked were the scrambled eggs, sourdough, and tomato. Honestly, it was just alright, and I don’t get why it’s so popular. I’d recommend picking something else other than the classic beef English breakfast.

All our food is Halal. Our meat products are halal and HMC certified.

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