The 30 Best Restaurant dining in Kingston Upon Thames

“We were walking along the riverfront and looking for a place to have a few drinks. None of the usual bars caught our eye, but the cocktail mene here did, so we went in. I have had the burgers before, and they are delicious, but I was pleasantly surprised by the cocktails too. The vibe and atmosphere was great too! Not just a good burger joint;)”

“What I really like about this place is the batter on the fish, it's very tasty but moreover, really light batter. Often at chip shops the batter is heavy and greasy but here it's light.”

“This is a fantastic takeaway/delivery spot with really high quality dishes at reasonable prices, staff are friendly and helpful and service is really quick, they have a great range of authentic dishes.”

“Been a regular here for years and you’re probably thinking why I haven’t left a review. Because the FOOD always gets the best of me and it’s all I can think about. It sends me to another dimension eating their food. Highly recommend their chicken tikka biriyani as it’s one of a kind and one you will not want to miss. Cheeky bugger even comes with a veggie curry which is just the cherry on top. Takeaway is family friendly as well - everytime I come with my kids, one of the chefs always gives them sweets or a chocolate bar. Lovely stuff from the team at Alamin and thank you for your service.”

“A lovely little gem in Hampton Wick! The staff at Pomegranate are super friendly and welcoming, and the food is fantastic. The pasta is delicious, the bacon baguettes are the best! The perfect quiet local spot to relax and enjoy a great meal. Highly recommend!”

“It’s a beautiful little French cafe at Kingston. We had a chicken and garlic wrap and chicken & bacon wrap with a cappuccino. The portion was a good size and it tasted delicious. We also had a pistachio cheese cake slice, it was good too. They had a good selection of desserts. Everything is reasonably priced. You can sit outside with a coffee and just watch the world go by. Would definitely recommend this place.”

“Had the gyros here and they were amazing, super authentic and full of flavor. The staff were really friendly and made the whole experience feel genuine. Definitely one of those spots you’ll want to come back to, and I’d always come back.”

“A pub with an old-world atmosphere of England. Tasty giant portions, great selection of beers. The whole of Kingston is worth a visit. District in London with the atmosphere of a summer holiday. :-)”

“Had a lovely Sunday roast with my family, the food was delicious & the service warm & friendly. We will be in touch to book for our Christmas party.”

“We celebrated a friend’s birthday at Pizza Express yesterday, and it turned out to be one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. Ashley and Greg were absolutely amazing , truly wonderful people. Their service was exceptional: warm, friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind from start to finish. They made the whole evening special for us, and thanks to them, we had an unforgettable night. This was honestly the best Pizza Express I’ve ever visited. We loved them and appreciated their positive energy so much. Highly recommend — Ashley and Greg made our visit perfect!”

“Amazingly good food. Touch screens are available to make an order if you want. The good was ready within one minute, and im not exaggerating. The staff are helpful friendly and polite. The restaurant was very clean. It's well worth a visit disabled access is good also. It's definitely the best Itsu I've been to.”

“Went with some work colleagues last night, after we had been bowling. Never had Lebanese food before. Was really impressed, good service and delicious food, would definitely go back again”

“Fantastic pub with excellent service! The staff were friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. They have a unique lineup of beers, especially the IPAs, which were some of the best I’ve had in a while. The atmosphere was great—lively but still relaxed, and the backyard is a perfect spot for smokers to unwind. Highly recommend this place for a great drink and a great vibe!”

“I've tried many Chinese takeaways in the area, and without a doubt, Wan's is the best! The food is always piping hot, packed with flavor, and made with fresh ingredients. Every dish tastes carefully prepared – from the crispy spring rolls to the rich, perfectly balanced sweet and sour chicken. Their portions are generous, the prices are fair, and they never miss a detail with the order. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and the service is always quick, whether I'm collecting or getting delivery. I honestly wouldn't go anywhere else now — it's become my go-to for a treat after a long week. If you’re looking for a Chinese takeaway that never disappoints, you won’t find better than here.”

“Great food and friendly service Dropped by GDK and really enjoyed the experience. The food was fresh and tasty as always. What made it even better was the service from Ahmed, he was polite, helpful, and made sure everything went smoothly. It’s always nice to be served by someone who’s friendly and attentive. Will definitely be coming back!”

“Went to this pub for sunday lunch and it was absolutely amazing. Food was delicious and atmosphere was cosy and inviting. Staff were all friendly and helpful, will definitely be back again!”

“Absolutely fantastic pub! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The staff were genuinely friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we were looked after, Frankie served us and she was a warm lovely person made us feel very welcomed.It’s clear the team here really care about what they do.”

“Both the pizza and cookies are amazing! Way better than the others - you probably want the cookies when they are hot & gooey so maybe eat them first? Or only order cookies then you don't have to make a choice!”

“Nice restaurant although was very noisy from upstairs when I was there. The food was nice but I have written to the Pizza Express head office about the size of the pizzas for vegans with a gluten free base, they are soooo much smaller is it actually discriminating again vegans, they should be the same size or offer 2 sizes. The difference is ridiculous. I know this is nothing to do with Pizza Express Kingston, it is a problem in every resturant and its not fair. I applaud them for catering for vegans and gluten intolerant people but they need to go the extra step to be perfect. The service was great and the resturant was nice so I do recommend it.”

“Always 5* - my favourite takeaway”

“Food was awesome with mostly authentic Nepalese food, they also had a wide variety of options to have. They open around 6:00-7:00pm and close at 10:30pm, great for a dinner date and food usually takes 20mins to 1H depending on how much you order, atmosphere was great with sculptures behind glass and photos on the walls, staff where also lovely.”

“Well every now and then your find a gem and wildwood hits the bill !!! Service was very quick and attentive . I had the calamari for starters and the classic burger for mains the calamari was lightly seasoned as it should be fresh and vibrant the burger was cooked to perfection with fabulous quality beef seasoned again perfectly . Home made fries are perfectly cooked . My wife and daughter had pasta dishes and they said the flavours were so intense and aromatic .. Highly highly recommended and don't let that kitchen team leave you have keepers there !!!.”

“One of my favourite Indian takeaways. Very reasonably priced. Food is of a good quality. Fast service. Delivery as well as takeaway is available. No dining in.”

“This place's food is absolutely delicious. A hidden gem within Kingston, by far the most underrated food spot. The Achari lamb tasted very nice and was spicy but to a point that it was still enjoyable and added flavour to the food. The bombay potatoes where amazing and the sauces where good as well. I have 0 complaints about this place other than that is a tad expensive compared to some of the other bigger chains available. But the extra cost is more than justified as the food is cooked fresh right in front of you.”

“Wonderful Pizza's from my favourite restaurant, Tops Pizza in Kingston. The Toppings are always fresh, as is the dough. Look no further for a consistently good Pizza. The staff are always friendly .Often imitated by its rivals ( Pizza Hut, Domino's and Fireaway to name but a few) , but never equalled ! Highly recommended !”

“Just had an excellent meal from Tasty Bite on Surbiton Road. The food was fresh, flavorful, and delivered quickly. I've tried their peri-peri grilled chicken with coloured rice , and they've both been fantastic. The staff is always friendly and generous especially (Hamidi), and it's a great spot for a delicious takeaway. They are open until 1:00 am. Highly recommend!"”

“I been eating this shop over five years I always really enjoy chicken , and I read reviews about chicoland first this shop don’t to deliver Second chicken always cooking fresh. This shop over 20 years always 5 star food safety rating by healthy safety officers (Kingston councils) and you can check Kingston council web site”

“Great tasting food and made real quick! Always get whenever Im feeling for some good Chinese !”

“The best Chinese takeaway in the area. We only ever order from them. The Monks Vegetables is a great option for Veggies!”