The 30 Best Casual eatery in London

“Just one of those gems that you den't expect to find.... On a day that we were surptised by a Spurs home win we followed that up with one of the best meals and definately the best Thai I have ever had.”

“Excellent food and coffee, with friendly staff and great service, would definitely recommend trying this little cafe out.”

“Lovely local café with loads of vegan breakfast options. We went for the vegan brunch platter with sausages, bacon, pancakes, fruit, maple syrup, jam and whipped cream. The biscoff frothee coffee was divine! The owner is very friendly and gladly discuss any alternative options so don't be shy! Free wifi and garden dining (currently closed due to refurb).”

“A small but mighty team runs this gem of a restaurant. Delicious food and relaxed ambience makes this a perfect spot to meet a friend or two or have a date night. You might even want to do take away but then you’d be missing out on the warmth of their customer service. Would recommend and will be back.”

“I tried dozens of Perfecto style leather jackets in London and this one was the best fit irregardless the price. Highly recommend this store!”

“I first became of the Sea Breeze food at the Leyton Carnaval on 13th July. I was absolutely amazed with taste and flavour of the meal I had. On Friday 25th July I visited their establishment in Walthamstow with my brother. I We ordered oxtail, rice and peas with steamed cabbage. My brother got carried away, he ordered oxtail 3 boiled dumplings and steamed cabbage, his next choice was, Ackee.and saltfish 3 boiled dumplings plus one fried dumpling and a bottle of their homemade sorrel and ginger drink, he later told me the taste of the ginger was just right, while the fall-off the bone oxtail was delicious, and that he really enjoyed the Ackee and saltfish. I can attest that this establishment serve really tasty and delicious food, very flavourful. The Sea Breeze will definitely be my favourite place to eat even though I’ll be travelling from CannHall Road, E113NH. Thank you for such for the delicious food with perfect portions.”

“Very delicious food with amazing quality and best service I have had in London I recommend Everyone for Delicious Ethiopian cuisine.”

“My partner and I were recommended to try this restaurant for my birthday yesterday.(6.8.25 Jamaica independence day. So glad we did! It was a great experience from the moment we walked through the door.The food was AMAZING, great taste, flavour, presentation. BTW my partner is fussy when it comes to food, especially being a fellow Jamaican who can cook, he found no fault and was complimentary from the moment he tasted his starter through to the desert. Service 10/10 Environment / atmosphere 10/10 Drinks 10/10 Will definitely be back. Thank you all for a fantastic evening.”

“Delicious food. The service was excellent. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely recommend to others and visit again!”

“This is a perfect place...buzzy trattoria style downstairs with a great bar, lively outdoor seating and a beautiful bar. And white table clothes, proper dining room upstairs. The front of house service is polite and efficient, the star is the food and it shines. The entire menu looks excellent. We had the homemade Ragu, homemade pasta, it was superb. We also ordered a picannte pizza which was expertly made, like you'd eat in Napoli. We also shared zucchini fritti and a side salad which were both well done. Simple, good food. This will become a regular. It's tops.”

“Lovely food, comfy clean place and very fast and smiley service. Had an English breakfast, and a fresh orange juice.”

“My first breakfast in Plaistow, very good and tasty. Great value of money.”

“We ate in last week and had such a wonderful meal. All the food was fresh and tasty and the friendly staff could not do enough for us. The price of the food was remarkable, better than any competing restaurant and take away and so much tastier. We will be regular visitors both dining in and taking out”

“Unavu Kitchen recently catered for our Baby Shower & their service and food was so amazing! They delivered a smooth, well presented and friendly service. Myself, hubby & Our guests absolutely loved their food. They are truly the best at what they do! Thank you once again, Unavu Kitchen ! Best Wishes x Jasmine & Josh x”

“Been in London for 24 years and tried Brazilian food from different companies but sabor & cia did the most amazing Brazilian snacks and sweeties.. very traditional and delicious! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”

“The Biscoff Cookie pies and pancakes are amazing. I received my order via delivery and it all came warm great portion sizes as well and secure packaging. I will definitely be ordering again!!”

“Took my fiancé here today as we’ve been missing Japan and it’s hard to find Japanese restaurants that are more comfy cozy. This is the perfect place!!! It was a very comforting atmosphere, the man working there was an absolute star and the food was 10/10!!!!!!!! We will definitely be back!! ありがとうございます。”

“Excellent Fish & Chips and Friendly Service – Highly Recommended in Kingston! I recently had the pleasure of dining at this lovely restaurant during my stay in Kingston, and I must say, it was a great experience. I ordered the fish and chips, and not only was the food delicious, but the portion size was generous and definitely worth the money. What truly stood out, though, was the service. The staff were incredibly kind, helpful, and made me feel genuinely welcomed. It’s always nice to be treated with such warmth and professionalism. The location was also very convenient — just a short walking distance from my hotel, which made it an easy and pleasant stop for a meal. I highly recommend this place to anyone staying in or around the Kingston area. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this restaurant offers great value, tasty food, and a Definitely worth a visit!”

“Never tried schnitzel food first time went to this restaurant n truly loved The sizzling Hawain the best in love juicy crispy overload, and the Mushroom Arancini is a delicious mix of crispy and creamy - a golden shell with a rich, earthy mushroom risotto centre. The schnitzel comes out perfectly golden-lightly breaded, tender inside, and seasoned just right. No greasy heaviness, just I at classic crackle when you cut into it. Love the ambiance the staff were very friendly felt relaxed and enjoyed the evening here”

“Had an absolutely fantastic meal here this evening. Food was delicious, perfectly cooked and nicely presented. The service was second to none and we felt truly at home despite it being our first visit (of many, no doubt!). We were especially impressed with how friendly and welcoming the staff were and our 18 month old absolutely loved it there. Our waiter went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed! As other reviews have mentioned, the front of the restaurant doesn't do the place justice. If you're wondering what it's like, just go and try it, you won't be disappointed!!”

“The food here is super delicious and way better than I expected! The chef is really friendly too. The place might be small, but the flavors are huge — everything tastes so fresh, and you can tell the ingredients are handmade with care. Don’t just walk past this shop, or you’ll miss out on some truly delicate and tasty food! You can really feel the effort they put into every dish. Definitely coming back to support them again!”

“best Greek food ever had, accessible prices and friendly staff. I would have loved to give you guys a better picture but I started eating right away. Tasos is the best!”

“Great location and atmosphere, also fabulous owners. Friendly, safe family environment in the park at Turnpike Lane. Facilities available inside. Clean and good value. Open later in the warmer weather. Highly recommended.”

“Honestly one of the best pizzas in London! It was incredibly fresh and very delicious. Generous size for a pizza pie and lots of options, including veg and vegan ones too. The people are so friendly and make you feel at home. Plus there are two tables outside to enjoy when the weather is beautiful.”

“A large Pizza Pilgrims pizzeria located on the fourth floor of Selfridges serving delicious pizza with helpful service. Hillary the pizzaiolo was very attentive and helpful. Matilda was also helpful.”

“Actually went in for pizza but the moussaka and shakshouka sounded so good we went for that instead. So delicious, lovely friendly team there and felt like a proper home cooked meal. My brother is vegan and there were plenty of options for him too! Definitely recommend & so close to the station.”

“We had our lab Christmas dinner at Pizza Pilgrims Camden and I can’t recommend this place highly enough. The food was excellent- the usual deliciousness and high standards from Pizza Pilgrims :) The team and the organisation of the dinner was exceptional, we were a large group and we were working with tight time constraints but they made sure the dinner ran to schedule, all dietary requirements were met and most importantly the dinner was really fun. Thanks so much Josh and all your colleagues, you’re the best!”

“Amazing value for money here, the salmon sashimi is excellent quality and the prawn tempura is unmatched (not in photo)! Such a great place for lunch”

“It’s an authentic Japanese food restaurant, good food with decent portion, nice ingredients used. The service of the staffs made me feel like i am in Japan. You can tell they put heart and effort to recreate Japanese dining and food experience to customers. The tableware they used are nice. Price is reasonable. Highly recommending this restaurant and definitely we will come back in the future. Well done Sanjugo Ricky”

“Genuinely a really lovely experience at Reis Grill & Bar. Music not too loud, very nicely decorated, very lovely and attentive staff, and the food is to die for! The service was also very quick, but it wasn’t so quick that we felt rushed. I can honestly say it is one of the best restaurants I have been to. The only downside was that the food was so good I didn’t have any room for dessert! Thank you very much for a lovely evening.”