Ilford Lane, London

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Achari Keema Chicken Parmesan from the new restaurant in East London @manjaros.london. A popular restaurant in Birmingham has opened up here in London and I checked it out in opening night .

The place has just opened up so I don't think it's fair to officially review the food. This place is good if you are fan of Sahara Grill and those type of places. Family friendly. No alcohol. All Halal and they have a lovely prayer room.

@halalfoodguy's review of Manjaros Ilford on Instagram

Manjaros Restaurant Ilford

Great Food and Wonderful Service!
I recently visited Manjaros on Ilford Lane after a friend recommended it, and it definitely lived up to the hype! My friend and I went there for lunch, and from the moment we walked in, we were impressed by the cosy yet spacious atmosphere. The lighting and décor are modern and welcoming, giving the place a very comfortable vibe.

The menu has an excellent variety of options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, which is always a plus. We started off with drinks,a Pina Colada and Fruit Punch, both refreshing and nicely presented. For starters, we ordered Loaded Fries, which were spicy with just the right kick.

For the mains, I had a Vegetarian Pizza (fresh and flavorful!), and my friend ordered a mixed meal that came with chips, rice, pita bread, salad, skewers, and sauce, an impressive platter and great value for money.

Everything was served hot and neatly presented. The portion sizes were generous, and the restaurant was clean and well-maintained. Our server was polite, attentive, and very helpful, making the overall experience even better.

Price-wise, it’s very economical considering the quality and quantity of food. We left feeling happy, full, and eager to return.

Highly recommend Manjaros if you’re looking for great food, friendly service, and a relaxed dining experience on Ilford Lane!

An excellent and pleasantly surprising experience. We decided to pop in on a busy night and the restaurant seemed appealing. The waiter greeted us and sat us at a good location within the spacious restaurant. The food was delicious and full of flavour. The pepperoni pizza ordered for the kids was well received.
Prayer space and separate washrooms for men and women available.
Payment in store is closed at 10pm so had to place the order and make payment online while seated at the table. The process was quick and food was brought to the table relatively quickly. Prices are decent. Recommended.

We were at Manjaros Ilford last night for my husband’s birthday. The staff is really good - Mohammad helped us ordering and also was very polite and helpful. Also there was another girl who cleared our table (sorry i forgot the name) lovely girl and very polite. Obviously was was amazing as always. They have changed their system to online payment only which was easy and reciept also came on my email address

Exceeded my expectations as per usual. Delicious food, amazing service.. it is our favourite place to eat. The ambience is so welcoming and I love their setup that caters for everything from a stand alone sink in the middle of restaurant to a beautiful little prayer room with wudhu facility. The staff is always very friendly. One tip though: please change ur kids colouring sheets. They have been the same ever since my boys were babies like 7yrs ago 😂.

I’ve been to Manjaros in Ilford with my family quite a few times, and I must say they have never disappointed me. The flavours are always consistent, the staff are always friendly and helpful. The quality of the food is really good, bursting with flavour. The prices are also fairly reasonable. Over all I can’t really fault them. I will defo be visiting again.

Manjaros

Fresh and fast noodles with lots of options

Oodles Wok Ilford

I order a large box meal: egg friend rice and noodles with sweet and sour chicken and crispy chicken for the meat options. For sides I ordered some spring rolls and salt and pepper wings.

On receiving my order I thought it was going to be good 😩😩

The rice and noodles had no taste, lack flavour/ bland and disgusting tbh.
The sweet and sour chicken was definitely not sweet and sour the red sauce ran everywhere and wasn’t appealing at all.

The crispy chicken was passable.

The only thing I enjoyed were the salt and pepper wings and spring rolls which Ill give 5/10.

Avoid eating here as they do not clean their chicken properly. I purchased wings on uber eats and when they arrived the wings were not cleaned and still had bits sticking out of them. They seasoned and cooked the wings but still could not see that there are bits that are still attached to the wing. This is shows that the employees and employer does not care for hygiene and do not care for customers safety.

I ordered home delivery for the first time from this restaurant. The crispy chicken was crispy and tasty too.  Spicy chips were hot too. I found prices reasonable when compared to the quantity. The packaging was very decent.
It's worth giving a try.

Oops! It was so delicious that we couldn't wait!
When hunger thrives, go for OoOdles!

I recently visited Oodles, known for its Singaporean and Malaysian style noodle and rice-based fast food. I tried the egg fried rice, Schezuan rice, chili chicken, and teriyaki chicken.

The staff were polite and the restaurant had a nice ambiance. However, I found that the flavors of all the dishes were surprisingly similar and not particularly tasty. Given the high prices, this was quite disappointing.

Overall, my experience was just okay. While the service was decent, the food didn't live up to expectations and wasn't worth the cost.

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.

Oodles

Wazir Restaurant

I came to Wazir Restaurant for the Qawwali session that took place. I came with family to facilitate for them a cultural heritage experience.

The qawwali was excellent, floor seating for all and most importantly the restaurant has its own carpark in the back, on Mansfield road. You can drive around and park up.

Visited Wazir recently and was impressed by their food. Their food is a mix of Persian and Turkish contrary to some of the other reviews on here.

We opted for the special mixed grill and another one of the mixed grill options and they food came out on time and hot and fresh. Their fresh bread and chilli sauce was amazing, and they offer fresh Turkish tea at the end of the meal.

The interior is basic but practical, delivering on what a restaurant is intended to provided. Great atmosphere with lots of customers and the staff were friendly and attentive. There is a shisha area in the back of the establishment and free car parkinf for customers.

Just take note, there is a special service charge of 10% added to the bill but it is highlighted befode you sit down so no surprises.

The food is delicious but they are lacking badly on customer service. I would have definitely given 5 stars but they are short of staff, the poor girl was struggling alone to serve us and everybody.

Nice resturant, nice staff, but if u eat Iraqi or Turkish grills, you will know that it is not up to the level, I belive its the meat issue, its chewy 🫥

Overall, it was a good experience. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made the service enjoyable. The music was a bit too loud at times, but otherwise the atmosphere was pleasant. The food was good, although it did not fully meet expectations for charcoal-grilled meat, as advertised on the restaurant’s facade. Prices are affordable compared to restaurants in central London. I would recommend this place for a casual dining experience.

Wazir

Haweli Restaurant ® Ilford

Exceptional customer service by Suman and Meriam at Haveli, Ilford. From the moment we arrived, they were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Their professionalism, patience, and friendly nature made our experience truly memorable. They went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. A real credit to Haveli — thank you both for such outstanding service.

We had a family meal today for dad’s birthday, party of 6 adults one child. The food was really good, one point knocked off for a few of the dishes being so spicy -  and perhaps we should have said could we have mild spice when placing the order - but generally everything was flavorful and the food was of good quality! Portions were big too!!

The service was amazing, Ali and the rest of the staff really were attentive and went above and beyond especially as there are no reservations and being a big group we called ahead and we were seated immediately on arrival. We would go back, but will just ask that they hold back on making every dish so hot next time 🥵

Our Pakistani friend took us to Haweli restaurant in Ilford for dinner. We had lamb and chicken curry, lamb biryani, various kebabs, it was delicious, and our first time having Pakistani food, we all loved it.
Sumbul provided excellent service. She was very polite and hospitable.

It’s my second time and still The food was amazing like every time. And the staff and service was great. It was really quick and great respect for time and money.
Worth it!
And not that expensive at all.
5 star experience in affordable way.
Will come again.
Dishes we chose were garlic naan and chicken rosh

We were served by Ali Usama today – he was attentive and provided good service throughout our visit.
Food:
The food was the highlight of the experience. The mixed grill was cooked really well with lovely flavours, especially the grilled chicken – full of taste and nicely charred. The rogan lamb was also well-cooked and tender. The naan was soft and fresh – a great addition to the meal.
Drinks:
Unfortunately, the drinks didn’t quite meet expectations. The milkshake wasn’t very cold or thick – it lacked that creamy, indulgent milkshake feel. The strawberry mojito could’ve been less frothy and more refreshing.
Atmosphere:
This was the main downside. We were seated next to two very loud guests, which disrupted the overall vibe and made it hard to fully enjoy the meal.
Overall:
The food was very enjoyable, especially the mains and naan. However, the drinks need improvement, and the atmosphere wasn’t ideal on this occasion.

Haweli

Naan Staap®

I used to go there quite frequently for their chai. I was never a huge fan of their breakfast, but yesterday my friend and I ordered chicken karahi naan, which unfortunately was not fresh.

On her very first bite, my friend said there was something wrong with it. I tasted it but didn’t notice anything at first. By the time she had eaten half of the naan, I took a bite of the chicken and immediately noticed it was sour. That’s when I realised it wasn’t fresh.

I informed the receptionist, but he insisted that they always use fresh ingredients. However, after two hours, we both became sick, started vomiting, and had to take medication.

I was really disappointed and have decided to completely boycott this restaurant.

Very good taste Reminds about Pakistan ♥️ tea is amazing ♥️
Harisa and chicken jalfarazi is amazing. Just one thing please add raita too in the menu. It will double the taste.

This was one of the most disappointing customer service experiences I have had in London. The staff communicated in an unprofessional and discourteous manner and were unable to manage orders efficiently. Despite repeated inquiries, no clear or reasonable estimated waiting time was provided, and customers were simply told to wait without proper explanation. I strongly recommend that the restaurant invest in proper staff training, particularly in customer communication, time management, and service standards. Improving staff behaviour and professionalism would greatly enhance the overall customer experience.

Me and my friends went there for breakfast. At first we felt like the items were a bit pricey. Although we ordered chicken jalferezi, lamb bhuna, anarkali daal and naan.  After receiving our food we were pretty much disappointed with the portion. It was so little for our expectation.  And lastly the taste was mediocre, we had higher expectations for this store and the brand. We couldn't finish our food and left it without any takeaway.

This was our first visit with family of 3. We had good time and enjoyed the taste of foods, gentleman who was serving us made our food time more enjoyable with his friendly and informative service from the till as well as was getting feedback about how was the food.

Naan Staap

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Franzos Ilford

We visited Franzos on Ilford Lane on a Saturday afternoon. As we didn’t go during peak time, seating was easy to find for our party of seven, which made the experience comfortable and relaxed.
The restaurant was clean and well maintained, and the service was prompt throughout our visit. We ordered a mix of items from the menu, and everything arrived in good time.
The Loaded Box was a highlight and went down very well. It offered great value for money, coming with a peri peri burger, three hot wings, and chips. We also ordered the Nashville-flavoured tenders and the mac and cheese with chicken, both of which were well cooked and full of flavour.
Overall, the food was satisfying, portion sizes were generous, and there was truly something for everyone. A nice added bonus was the prayer area inside the restaurant, which was very convenient.
A solid dining experience and a place we’d happily visit again.

My family and I keep coming back to this place since trying it for the first time. We love the Green Street branch so we decided to try this one as well. The food is just as delicious, the Half Chicken here actually has some spicy kick to it. A generous portion of chips is given every time you come here, which are super flavourful. Mojitos are refreshing and enjoyable too. The staff are also super helpful and friendly. But for the love of God, please change the bottles the Franzos signature sauces are stored in! They're really hard to get out and it's pretty frustrating. No other complaints otherwise. Food is high quality and much more affordable than most grilled chicken restaurants.

This place is terrible when you go with a family for dinner or lunch. The service is slow and the food is not what you would expect. The chicken item is OK. Apart from that everything is terrible. Ordered a burger and it took 30 minutes and it was like McDonald cheeseburger for about 12£ with meal deal. The kids meal is very small portions. I think, they should improve the quality of the food and service bcz there and too many good options on that road.

Went to franzo’s for a Birthday Celebration, a party of 20 people. They dont take bookings so waiting time on a saturday night was over an Hour, but the guy names Awais was polite and looked after us. Food arrived quickly and was amazing. We didnt get 1 portion of chicken, which when notified to one member of staff, she replied we have been served full order and she has checked with kitchen. She wouldnt count and kept on blaming us, which was rather embarassing. Why would we fight over just half a chicken when we have paid over £250??? One member of staff named Kinza was very polite and looked after us. So big thumbs up to Awais and Kinza. Might not visit again because of experience we had with one member of staff, but if anyone wants to go in for taste, its 5/5.

Food was very good. A bit noisy but you can expect from that many prople. Not very expensive as well.

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

Franzos

@littlefoodiethoughts's review of Bim's Ilford on Instagram

BIM’S® Ilford

Ordered from here after a long time of not having their food. We used to order here all the time and all I can say is that they've somehow become even better! The Spicy Chicken Supreme burger had a bigger patty inside and was so succulent and delicious. Their Fries and Chicken Nuggets are just as amazing as I remember. You get really affordable food with great portion sizes, I honestly came recommend Bim's enough. Miles better than McDonald's not just food wise but also morally speaking if you get my vibe.

What a Burger is pure magic between two buns. I could eat it a thousand times and still crave more. The flavor hits hard, juicy, perfectly seasoned, and absolutely finger-licking delicious.

BIM’S is easily one of the best fast food spots around — fresh, tasty, and consistently top-notch! The burgers were juicy, the fries perfectly crispy, and everything was served hot and full of flavour. You can really taste the quality in every bite.

A big shoutout to Shiva for his amazing service — friendly, quick, and genuinely attentive. Even during busy hours, he made sure everything came out perfectly and with a smile. It’s rare to see such great customer service in fast food, and Shiva definitely made the experience stand out.

If you want delicious food, great value, and excellent service, BIM’S is the place to go — and Shiva deserves all the credit for making it even better! 🍔🍟👏

Delicious treat a handsomely cooked burger 🍔 😋, I wouldn't buy as a meal again as a portion of fries 🍟 isn't justify its price, but burger does indeed.

SABRENA was outstanding, and I had the quickest order  ever been served.😎.

Seen this on TikTok so I thought let’s try it out! I came here with my family we ordered the Algerian burger meal, double fish fillet burger, cheeseburger and a few other stuff including dessert. Everything was spot on! Tasty, delicious, cooked fresh! Will definitely recommend this place to anyone especially for their tasty burgers & Oreo McFlurry. Definitely will be coming here again thank you for your service! Very reasonably priced!

Bim's

Afghan, Pakistani, Indian and Middle Eastern dining

I've lived around Ilford Lane for a while now, it's home to loads of halal restaurants but I've never managed to visit Watan, I've been to the one in Southall around 5 years ago and wasn't impressed. However, every time I go past the one in Ilford Lane there are queues going out the door.

The weather was nice yesterday and we just fed and changed the baby so I said let's go for a walk and check it out for lunch.

The menu has a lot of options (swipe 👉 for menu) but I decided to stay on the safe side and try a Afgan Mix grill for £32. I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting much from here.. But I was pleasantly surprised!

The kebabs tatsed really good, the first bite of each different item was full of flavour and juicy, they have been marinated in well balanced spices, seasoned well and more importantly not overcooked, something that used to be typical in places like this. Finally, chefs are realising that cooking meat to medium makes it tender, soft and taste better overall. Also, they don't remove the fat off the lamb chops, which means you get that flavour hit from your first bite. Lamb chops, lamb tikka, chicken tikka, seekh kebab and reshami kebabs, every item was good

It's served on a gaint naan and comes with 2 types light and delicate rice. Portions are good, we had plenty of food left over for take away.

Overall, for a first time visit and quick lunch I was impressed and enjoyed the meal. Lunch time was good to visit as it wasn't busy, I see why its busy in the evening as there's not many tables, maybe 45 people max. Decor isn't fancy, modern and clean and the service is basic.

And yes, I know I should of tried the Chapli Kebab.

All food halal. No alcohol. No service charge added. I paid for my meal, not a invite.

Food 8
Value 7
Atmosphere 6
Service 5

@halalfoodguy's review of Watan Ilford on Instagram

Watan

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Fantastic!
I had an amazing experience at Watan! The food was bursting with authentic Pakistani flavors — rich, perfectly spiced, and beautifully presented. Every dish tasted freshly made and full of depth, from the tender kebabs to the flavourful Chicken Karahi. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, creating a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. You can really tell they take pride in their cooking and hospitality.

If you’re craving genuine Pakistani cuisine, Watan is an absolute must-visit. I can’t wait to go back!

We visited this restaurant on Tuesday night around 10:30 PM. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. The seating area was very comfortable, and the staff treated us with great respect and hospitality. It was my first visit, it was little expensive 🤭 but I would highly recommend this place to everyone.🫰🤤

A good restaurant but needs to work on it's hospitality, management and taste. Detailed information below.

Taste : 2 / 5
Hospitality : 1 / 5
Ambience : 3.5 / 5
Area: congested tables

Reviews on the food:
- chicken wings and chips, wings were tasty but too small. Instead of promising 10 wings and serving mini wings. Rather give 6 or 8 wings that are big.

- Chicken saag didn't have the taste. It was too bland. But considering the place I would say it's not bad to eat bland food.

- Lamb chops. This was the WORST dish I ordered it felt like the chops were just overnight marinated with lemon, pepper and a lil ginger garlic paste and just tandoor roasted. I asked the waiter to talk to the chef and ask him to improve it mentioning a few spices and a method of roast. He went back and informed maybe his shift leader and I see them 3 look at my table and having a discussion but not working on what I said.

The tables are very closely kept to one another, people passing by happen to stumble passing by. No space for waiters themselves to pass by.

The food was fresh, tasty, and full of flavour. A special mention to Sana for her excellent customer service — friendly, attentive, and made the visit even better. Highly recommend!

I visited Watan on a Tuesday evening around 8:30 PM, and as always, the experience was excellent. We ordered the large platter, chapli kebab, paneer curry, chicken karahi, and keema naan—and every single dish was bursting with flavor. The taste is consistently 10/10, and Watan rarely disappoints when it comes to the quality and seasoning of their food.

That said, when the place gets really packed, the food might not come out sizzling hot temperature-wise—but it's still warm and delicious. It's something to keep in mind, especially during peak hours when the kitchen is clearly under pressure.

The ambiance can also get hot and humid when it’s full, which may be uncomfortable for some. But honestly, the amazing food makes up for it.

Price-wise, it’s a bit on the higher side. I’ve noticed they’ve increased prices generously over the years, which is understandable to an extent, but it does push it into the “slightly expensive” category for what it is.

Overall, Watan delivers fantastic food, and if you can handle a busy atmosphere and a bit of heat, it’s absolutely worth a visit.

Beyond Boba Bubble Tea

This is my first time at Beyond Boba, I was visiting from Washington DC to London for two days it was so nice to taste a drink from Boba and Ms. Asia helped us to choose a right drink for us and she was so nice and humble. Thanks to her.

This place is shocking. First you’re greeted with roadmen outside and inside the shop in your way just vaping loads. Then whilst checking the menu the girl at the till says we don’t have anything from the £3 offer, firstly I didn’t even say I’m here for any offer, and apparently the stock is finished for everything. No cakes, milkshakes, or anything other than just boba. Even with the boba being £3 it was terrible. Definitely one of the worst boba places out there. A lot of these boba tea places are just run by immature girls and boys and this one definitely shows.

I have never felt the need to write a negative review before, but my experience at Beyond Boba Ilford Lane was so shockingly bad due to one employee that I have to warn others.

When I placed my order, she slammed the cup down on the counter so hard I jumped. I wasn't expecting a parade, but basic human decency and professionalism would be nice. I paid nearly £12 for a drink and was treated with utter contempt. The drink was mediocre, but that's almost irrelevant after being made to feel so unwelcome.

Life is too short to spend your money where you're not valued. I will never go back and would not recommend this place to anyone unless you enjoy being treated like a nuisance by someone who clearly hates their job.

The workers in this shop are very lazy aswell as the ilford branch every time I go there the staff always lie and say the brownie tray is out of stock , when in fact they just can not be asked to make it , I came here the other day In hopes this branch will do the brownie tray however as soon as I asked the lady she looked at her colleague and started smiling and said it’s not available, every single time I go the workers say it's not available no matter what time I go. I only blame the workers as the owners most likely don’t know this is happening please talk to your workers and sort them out this is unacceptable!!!

the best bubble tea I've ever had. the customer service is impeccable, staff are really friendly I was extremely happy. they give you a taste of the drink before its sealed to make sure its sweet enough and just right for your taste buds making the overall experience even more delightful and personalised to the customers needs. my favourite had to be the beyond brown sugar tea as it had the perfect balance of creaminess and sweetness alongside the soft tapioca it was just heaven in a cup. I recommend this place to anyone who wants bubble tea and are looking for something to satisfy cravings they never had.

All our bubble teas are suitable for a halal diet.

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