Quality dining experiences in Ilford

“Food is great. We had 2 burgers, fries and bom-bom chicken. Have to admit, it was absolutely amazing. (And I am not a burger fan) buns, meat, sauces were of high quality. Definitely the best burger take out we’ve had in this area ever.”

“This Caribbean shop has become my go-to, especially in the winter. I usually order from them on Uber and the food just tastes so homey and comforting. I honestly buy their soup every couple of days because it’s that good and it’s the kind of meal that warms you right up. I’ve never had an issue with the quantity either. They’re always generous with the dumplings, potatoes, carrots, sweetcorn, and chicken. The flavours are amazing every single time. I’ve nearly tried nearly all of the food items by now”

“Food was excellent and service was great too. The pancakes were so good!! And the savoury options are excellent. We popped in for a coffee and stayed for brunch. It’s a great option in a very busy area with great interior.”

“Good local Chinese restaurants are on the wane so thank the stars for Mandarin Palace. The food is delicious and the portions are very generous indeed. The service is prompt and courteous. There is parking apparently round the back. The toilets are clean but in need of refurbishment. Celebrating 50 years so 15 per cent off (dining only) up to 31 July 2024! Expensive but worth it. We went to celebrate my daughters 18th. The portions are HUGE so if ordering set menu perhaps order for one less person.”

“Amazing food great hospitality. Everything was top notch.”

“Great food! I often buy their vegetarian items and really enjoy them. However, when I ask if their chicken or mutton is halal, they say it is, but I haven’t seen any halal certification displayed in the shop. It would be reassuring if they could show their halal certification in the future.”

“Very impressed! Came with friends, we were not sure where to go that evening midweek, booked a table. The place was pretty empty on a Tuesday evening so we wondered how the food would be. However, the food was amazing. Lovely menu, not the usual boring Indian dishes. Fancy names for everything including drinks! It’s a fine dining place after all. We ordered a different starters that were spicy and nice on the taste palette. Main dishes were very delicious too and we were too full otherwise would have tried desserts too. It is well decorated and you can take loads of instagrammable photos there! I definitely recommend this place, whether for a date or just to have a night out with friends!”

“Been going here since I went to school 25 years ago. Very friendly people and the best chips around. Their chilli sauce is awesome too.”

“Been a customer ever since they opened (five years) and they’ve never disappointed. Their recent fiery burger is genuinely one of the best burgers i’ve had. Their rice is alright, could work on the taste, make it a bit flavourful. Their full chicken is a go-to, extremely flavourful. Also, their staff is always friendly, especially the store manager, she always goes an extra mile to do more than has to be done.”

“Love there battered sausage and chips. Really can't stay away from this fish shop for to long. I really enjoy battered sausage and chips and I will next time try something new it wouldn't shock me if the fish and chicken and pie are just as beautiful. The staff are quick at dealing with orders and always friendly got great communication skills the chef is blatantly working hard cooking up peoples orders it's in a great location as well.”

“Mehmet the manager is amazing. Such a kind, honest and generous man who took time out today and restored my confidence in humanity. Thank you”

“I had an amazing experience at Saravana Bhavan! Everything was fresh, authentic, and full of flavour, but what really stood out were the chutneys. The coconut chutney was perfectly smooth and creamy, the masala chutney had just the right kick of spices, and the mint chutney was refreshingly vibrant. Each one complemented the dishes wonderfully. The food overall was delicious — soft, fluffy dosas, perfectly cooked idlis, and rich, aromatic curries. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the restaurant had a clean, welcoming atmosphere that made dining very enjoyable. If you love authentic South Indian cuisine and incredible chutneys, Saravana Bhavan is a must-visit. Every bite felt like a true taste of home!”

“I had a wonderful experience at Virasat! The food was great as always, great quality in every dish. The atmosphere was warm and lively, and the background music added such a nice touch to the evening. The staff went above and beyond, they sang Happy Birthday to my sister, which made the night extra special. Highly recommend Virasat for anyone looking to enjoy amazing Indian food and a lovely dining experience!”

“The shop is very neat and clean customer service is always nice and friendly food is the best .I really appreciate and recommend.”

“Great range of options and knowledgeable staff.”

“Great food and great service. The new decor is amazing and inviting. The mixed sheesh grill platter was cooked to perfection. And would also suggest the calamari. Will definitely recommend.”

“Papa John’s pizza is always tasty and fresh. The crust is soft, the cheese is rich, and the garlic sauce adds the perfect flavour. Delivery is usually on time and the staff are friendly. Sometimes the toppings could be spread more evenly, but overall it’s great for a quick pizza night.”

“Chef Pizza never disappoints. Their pizza is absolutely delicious – the crust is perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside, just the way I like it. the service is quick and efficient. Great vibes, great food – highly recommended!”

“Lovely restaurant, great food and good service. We ordered the puri and chana masala, veg curry and halwa taali which tasted great especially the halwa. The karak chai was good too.”

“Very good clean packaging! Great customer service! Good portions and FRESH salads! Not soggy and old salads like most places give. The nihari was amazing, the roti and naan were nice too. Their chicken curry is amazing! All of their curries are really nice, best Pakistani food in the area! The biryani was nice but tasted a bit dry and I only got one small piece of meat which was disappointing. I’ll order again because the food was still really nice!”

“Everything good but faiza the girl work overthere is really rude to customer showing attitude just tell her to be nice and polite to customers as no business can run without customers and staff is there to give good service to peoples not to show them attitude. What will you lose by being nice to customers and we are regular customers we almost come everyday, so just noticed this. Otherwise everything is really good from taste to costumer service from other two girls.”

“One of the best Sushi takeaway around . Quality food . Resonance delivery time”

“*5/5 Stars* "I recently had the pleasure of dining here and was blown away by the incredible atmosphere! The decor was stylish and inviting, creating a warm and welcoming ambiance. But what truly stole the show was the dessert menu - every bite was a delight! Rich, decadent, and expertly crafted, our treats were the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. The service was also exceptional. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and provided top-notch service with a smile. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great dining experience!"”

“Had to come away for work. Long story short on the back end of a 16 hour day absolutely starving hungry we found this little gem. The food was awesome and the hospitality of the owner was second to none I would seriously advise if in the area give it a go. Really lovely people”

“We went there around 6 pm weekday. We were first to go , all the items were fresh and hot. Chicken tikka, sheekh kebab , fish fry , chicken wings , haleem were hot , spicy , fresh, no bad smell at all. Nalli Nihari was good, lamb karahi was more like Bengali curry but the taste was superb. Chicken biryani was also awesome with some excellent flavours. My family with kids thoroughly enjoyed this delicious food. Compare to Royal nawab , items are less but I can vouch for the taste which is better than Royal nawab. Adult 18 pounds , kids under 10 is 9 pounds.”

“I went in this restaurant many times, the food is good I can recommend the hamburger with chips , also I want to say a big Thank you to Tony Barbu always very kind and smiling, very professional staff, the prices are good, the place is amazing , after lunch or dinner you can also enjoy a walk in the park around the lake”

“Excellent service full of fun good food & best service by Mr Nur ul Islam . He made our christmas party perfect. Thankyou”

“Delicious Indian food. Best mixed grills in town. Highly recommended.”