Harringay, Haringey

Chakra Cafe (Coffee, Breakfast & Brunch)

I visited Chakra Café London with my friends for breakfast, and we had such a great experience. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a relaxed vibe that made it perfect for a morning catch-up. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in.

The breakfast itself was delicious, fresh ingredients, generous portions, and beautifully presented dishes. We especially loved the variety on the menu, with options for everyone. The coffee and tea were excellent too, rich and smooth, just the right way to start the day.

Overall, it was a lovely spot for breakfast, and we all left happy and satisfied. Highly recommend visiting Chakra Café if you’re looking for a cosy place with great food and great service!

Chakra is a lovely boutique Turkish breakfast spot located in the Haringey area. It’s the perfect place to happily host family and friends. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and you can really feel the care and attention that the team puts into everything they do. The food is delicious, beautifully presented, and full of authentic flavors. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a genuine and cozy Turkish breakfast experience!

This is my third time coming and it’s still fabulous. The food and presentation is perfect, the ambience is so calm and welcoming and the aesthetic of the cafe is gorgeous. Food came out quickly and was delicious - perfect for 3 people and we took the rest home. Hospitality and service was, as always, 10/10. Can’t wait to come back again!

Tried their supreme brunch menu for 4 and it was perfect! The varieties were incredible - jams, Nutella, honey, at least 4 to 5 varieties of cheese, halloumi, filo pastries, much more and a big basket of bread. Also included two types of egg dishes.
The quantity was just enough for 5 people. We added an extra bucket of bread for about £3.50. Everything tasted fab! Would definitely recommend!!!  The ambience and interior is just wonderful!

Went there today, back of the cafe was empty, still the service was slow! Waitress didn't have a clue about their own menu. We asked for water, never arrived, had to ask again and we got it just before we left. Once we ordered we were told we couldn't change poached eggs to fried because the chef doesn't like to change it - never heard of such a thing?? Ordered apple juice, received orange. Food tasted ok but not a good  experience and not worth the money we spent.

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Smart Buns

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"Fantastic Product and Even Better Service!"
I’ve been using Smart Buns for a while now and they never disappoint. The texture is soft, the taste is just right, and they work wonderfully for burgers and shakes on a keto diet. But what really stands out is the customer service — fast delivery, clear communication, and they even followed up to make sure I was satisfied. It's rare to find a company that gets both the product and the service so right. Highly recommended!

Smart Bun Burger is excellent! The burgers are fresh, tasty, and cooked perfectly. The buns are soft and hold everything together really well. The staff is friendly and the service is fast. I enjoyed every bite and will definitely come back. Highly recommend!

Smart Buns: A Decent Option in Turnpike Lane

Location: Smart Buns is conveniently located in Turnpike Lane, making it easily accessible by public transport. Take bus routes W3, W7, or W10 from Turnpike Lane Underground Station, and it's a short walk of about 5 minutes from the station.

Halal Certification: For those looking for Halal options, Smart Buns is a great choice as it is Halal certified.

Service and Ambiance: The service at Smart Buns is impeccable. The staff is friendly, accommodating, and attentive to customer needs. The restaurant maintains a clean and hygienic environment, with tables sanitized and kept tidy.

Food Review:

Magic Onion Mashed Burger: This burger features two 3oz Angus beef patties, caramelized onions, cheese, and a special sauce. While the flavors were enjoyable, the patties could have benefited from a bit more char and seasoning. Overall, it was a satisfying beef burger experience.

Double Spicy Chicken Kebab Wrap: The Double Spicy Chicken Kebab Wrap was a decent option. The toppings were generous and flavorful, making for a satisfying meal.

Overall Impression: Smart Buns is a solid choice for those seeking Halal food in Turnpike Lane. The fresh ingredients and friendly service make it a reliable eatery in the area. While the burgers could be improved with additional char and seasoning, it's still a decent option for a satisfying meal.

Plastic in burger no quality control otherwise food is good but expensive for price.

Highly recommended! Quality Food and very delicious taste and very respectful staff!

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.

Selale Restaurant

Selale is such a beautiful restaurant. From the atmosphere to the food, everything was absolutely amazing. I visit Selale often, and this time there were eight of us as I brought my friends along for their first experience of Turkish food. I am happy to say they were not disappointed at all.

It was also a special occasion for one of my friends, and the team truly went above and beyond to make it memorable. They even arranged a cake for her, which made the evening feel extra special and thoughtful. It was a lovely touch that meant a lot to us all.

The food was absolutely beautiful, full of flavour and perfectly cooked, and the service was genuinely top tier. A special mention to our waiter Emrah, who was outstanding, attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect for our table throughout the night.

I honestly cannot fault Selale whatsoever. Everything was lovely, and all of my friends loved it just as much as I do. Highly recommend this restaurant. I will definitely be back again soon. ⭐

Door-to-door kindness and service, just like being hosted by a Turkish family.

The warm and competent service started right at the entrance, and there was never a “no” to any of my requests.

I ordered the Turkish breakfast, which is world-famous and often rated as the best breakfast in the world.
I truly enjoyed the traditional spread with sucuk, olives, different kinds of cheese, börek, and more — and of course, unlimited Turkish tea.

I can highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to experience genuine Turkish hospitality and delicious food.

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We had a wonderful experience at this Turkish restaurant. The platter we ordered was presented beautifully, and flavourful. The meats were tender and juicy, and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere is also very lovely.  I came here before for the İskender Kebab - I highly recommend that too.

Visited Selale Restaurant recently — the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff were friendly throughout our visit. The food overall was good and nicely presented, but the chicken shish was unfortunately quite dry compared to what I expected from a place with such strong reviews.

The total bill came to £181 for three people, which felt a bit steep for what we had, especially since portions weren’t overly large. On a positive note, they did offer complimentary tea and baklava at the end, which was a nice touch and left a good final impression.

Overall, a decent experience but not quite worth the hype or the price.

The food was simply amazing! We got both of the large platters and it served 12 people (kids and adults). The flavors were delicious. 10 out of 10 recommend!

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Le Chamarel

Small Mauritian food cafe. Perfect authentic Mauritian food. Highly recommend the Dhal Puri with Sauce! I’m half Mauritian and lived there for half my childhood and my wife is Mauritian, so we’re in a good place to judge.

This is the real deal! Stunning food, wish I could come more often and eat double every time! We will be back as soon as we can get that side of the country again. Most of the vegetarian food is vegan, they were understanding when I asked what was vegan.

Whether you’re Mauritian or simply curious to explore Mauritian cuisine, Le Chamarel is an absolute must-visit! The service is warm and attentive, and the food? Fresh, flavourful, and as close to authentic Mauritian taste as you can get outside the island. The noodles were a standout, absolutely delicious.

A special shoutout to the head chef, Faz — such a great guy! He was incredibly welcoming and made us feel like we were right back in Mauritius. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a true taste of Mauritius!

Absolutely adored this little hidden gem! Family owned restaurant, very chill and relaxed atmosphere, and sweet customer service by all staff. I felt going to the house of someone getting homemade food... it was truly a sweet experience! Everyone was very nice and the food was delicious! First time in my life I've tried Mauritian food and loved it, I was impressed by the Dhaal and really enjoyed the Fried Nuddles... will be back! I also liked the Pear soft drink 😋 I also bought extra Dhaal after eating my meal to get it home for tomorrow 😃

Great food. Lovely family run restaurant.

One of the best Mauritian Restaurant in London. I was very satisfied with the starters (Catlesse & Gateau Arouille) and main dish (Bol Renverse), I had from Le Chamarel. Will definitely go there again. I recommend Le Chamarel Restaurant.

Rakkas

Amazing experience at Rakkas but I have to say the service was exceptional because of Frenando. He helped fix our shisha, served us and checked up on us all throughout the night. Best experience at a restaurant in a long time. Will be back for sure and a regular spot. Food was exceptional!

I had a lovely brunch here today! The atmosphere was calm and relaxing, perfect for an easy Sunday meal. The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, full of flavour, and beautifully presented. The staff were very attentive and friendly, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. I’ll definitely be coming back!

We had a terrible experience here from start to finish.

We were met at the door by a staff member screaming at us, then seated almost inside the kitchen with no view of the show. The menu did not have English language we had to translate via a friend sitting with us and Google translator !!
We waited an hour and a half for starters, which arrived tasteless and clearly not fresh. No one checked on us for long stretches of time.

Before speaking to the manager, we finally managed to talk to our waiter who openly agreed with us that the food was not good. Another staff member also said she understood and confirmed that everything we were saying was true.

When we raised this with the manager, instead of addressing the issues, she brought us a bill and insisted we still had to pay because we came for “entertainment” despite the fact that we saw none of it, didn’t eat anything and had already paid a deposit.

Poor service, bad food, and management that is purely money-driven. Completely unprofessional. We will not be returning and do not recommend this place.

We visited Rakkas Lounge for the first time tonight with a friend, and it was absolutely worth the trip even though we came all the way from the other side of London.

Everything was great, from the atmosphere to the service, but I especially want to mention Hakan. His service was outstanding very attentive, friendly, and genuinely made us feel welcome. The level of care and attention we received really stood out.

Overall, we had a wonderful experience and truly enjoyed the evening. I would definitely come back again and highly recommend this place.

We visited today for the first time and must say we were disappointed with the food we ate. Also the receptionists lack organisation as they were not able to allocate a table although we had reserved. The manager on sight, Zee, managed to seat us and was attentive. She checked up on us in the shisha garden multiple times and managed to bring our mood back up. Also the waiter serving was lovely in the shisha garden.

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