Succulents in Ilford

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a great experience at Sahara Grill and wanted to give special mention to Abdur Rahman, who served us. He was very professional and, for a trainee, did an excellent job. He was attentive in a calm, subtle way, checking in on us during the meal and making sure we were comfortable without interrupting the experience. Little thoughtful touches showed his awareness and good service, which really helped us feel relaxed. Food-wise, everything was enjoyable, but the Angus short rib was a standout – absolutely a hit and easily the highlight of the meal. Overall, a very positive experience. Credit to Abdur Rahman and the team.”

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

“This is a great plase to dine out. We, as a family have been eating at Birashwamys for over thirty years when my father came across it one day. The restaurant is very cosy and the gorgeous aroma coming from the kitchen makes you feel hungry the minute you walk through the door. There's a great choice of delicious dishes on offer that tastes different to other Indian restaurants I have visited. We no longer live close Birashwamys but we make it point to drive down regularly. The food tastes just as delicious today as it has did thirty years ago. Everything is reasonably priced and the staff are really friendly. Nice clean toilets. Good background music. Overall the place has a good feel about it. Well worth a try. You never know. This may become your favourite restaurant. Get Outlook for Android”

“Extremely disappointed with this place. I chose this place based on the good reviews, but everything arrived stone cold. The chips were stale and tasted as if they’d been fried in old oil. The shawarma wraps were also a huge let down, the sauces were so tangy and overpowering that they completely ruined the flavour. Honestly the worst shawarma I’ve ever had. I spent £41 and couldn’t enjoy any part of the meal. Definitely won’t be ordering again. Save your £ don't bother.”

“Very nice service. Staff members are always kind and polite. The food is amazing, crispy! 10/10”

“Amazing place with some of the best shawarmas and burgers around. The flavors were incredible, portions were generous, and the sides complemented everything perfectly. Friendly staff, fast service, and a great overall experience. Will definitely be coming back!”

“Absolutely the best Indian Restaurant in the Borough!!! Would not go anywhere else. Have been going here for years . Food is delicious and nothing is too much trouble if you want something a little different like paneer chicken.Staff are so friendly and helpful . Delivery is excellent with the food still lovely and hot. If you eat in the service is first class”

“We had my sons 18th party here, have to say was the best night, couldn't fault the staff, customer service was 100% and the management staff, Saiorse and Tracy went above and beyond to make sure everything went well, notting was to much trouble and I can't thank them enough for making it a special time for my son. Would 100% recommend this place for events. The staff and management are amazing. Thank you so much guys. Looking forward to going again.”

“Loaded fries are the ultimate indulgence, with crispy fries topped with melted cheese, fresh jalapeños, and a drizzle of creamy sauce. The balance of textures – crunchy, creamy, and savory – makes every bite irresistible. Perfect for sharing or as a satisfying solo snack, these fries are customizable with endless toppings. The only downside is how quickly they disappear! A must-try for anyone craving a hearty, flavorful treat. Highly recommended for a game day snack, movie night, or any time you’re looking for a satisfying comfort food fix!”

“Lovely clean place. Staff were incredible. Served food in good time. They were very polite and helpful throughout the meal. Food was fresh and tasty would definitely revisit again.”

“We just celebrated my son's 18th Bday here. We been living in this neighbourhood for over a decade and we never visited the pub as it had a bad reputation but since new management took over and the pub been refurbished it looks truly amazing. Great food menu. Great affordable variety of drinks. The service is impeccable and very friendly staff. My husband is a wheelchair user, the pub has wheelchair access but you got to put the foldable ramp down yourself what didn't bother us as we do that daily at home anyway. Overall a 5* pub very clean and tidy... And they do karaoke on Thursdays aswell. A place I highly recommend.”

“Delicious Pakistani food without the high oil content often found elsewhere. The atmosphere and service was excellent too. Loved our experience and food. Portions are generous so took back some doggy bags.”

“We booked a private dining area on the lower ground floor for an intimate graduation celebration and the service and food was outstanding! We ordered a few tawa grills which was absolutely delicious 10/10 and some biriyanis. The grills were cooked to perfection, tender and flavourful and the lamb chops was the best. With all honesty, the food was the best Pakistani food we’ve had at a restaurant. The private dining area is beautiful itself and perfect for private functions. All the staff including manager Sarwar and the waitresses provided the best service. Thank you for a memorable evening.”

“*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!"”

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

“Highly recommend forest farm shop to go and see father Christmas. Absolutely beautiful well done. Grand kids absolutely loved it”

“Food and atmosphere (live music was great) was on point, but staff were inexperienced without an eye for detail or an understanding of what good service looks like. However I would still recommend it because the staff did care and were polite and professional, but come on Caraway management you are doing such a great job in other areas you can train the staff better.”

“Had a great time here with a few friends. Exceptional service, good music and very competitive prices. They have healthy food portions and fancy plates. The restaurant is usually busy on Friday (and I understand on weekends too), so best to reserve a table to guarantee a seat! Was looked after my Nikki who provided an excellent service. One area of improvement is the waiting time for the meal to come out. I guess with the great music in the background, you might not notice you've been waiting half an hour for your food to turn up! Well done guys. Five star treatment.”

“Very good food (pizza was one of the best I have had in a long time - had an authentic taste). The best was the customer service. The brothers gave us fruit, dates and lassi to break our fast along with complimentary jalebi. Highly recommend!”

“Best pizza fresh and nice portion in reasonable price. Fresh and tasty pizza. Enough portions for 3 people. Takeaway only. Different types of pizza available. 18 inch pizza in 12 pounds .”

“MAM GRILL HUT - first time trying the new venue which was previously known as the grill hut. Since under new ownership, the eatery has had brand new interior which is vibrant and welcoming, far greater improvement. The tables were clean and plenty of seating was available. As a group of 8 we were attended to by the extremely friendly staff. Menu items are plentiful. We opted for the grill chicken platter with 4 lamb chops grilled chicken wings and 2 large sides. Food was prepared fresh and succulent. Flavour was spot on. The fried chicken was fresh and extremely tasty. Customer service was really good with all requests being catered to. On a separate occasion we ordered takeaway and the food was just as good! A great new addition to Goodmayes. Well worth a visit.”

“Not the best looking pub in the world but really friendly staff and punters, the food is very good specifically the fish curry”

“A tiny M&S - great for flowers and small selection of M&S biscuits.”

“The Domino's here had a nice dine in area, despite having ordered a collection. Excellent service and Pizza!! Harpreet was very kind in the swift retrieval of my order.”

“Brilliant Afghani / Pakistani food. Biryani was delicious and meat was very soft. Falvours were perfect. Enjoyed the food and price good too. I'd prefer to have biryani in barkingside, leas traffic more parking as oppossed to Ilford. Also loved the haleem.”

“I have had the best kebab ever tonight. I have lived in the area for years and wish I had gone to this place years ago. Really good doner meat and chilli sauce. Generous portion size.”

“Food is good. As like many other Asian restaurants, it takes a while before main course food is served as it's cooked/prepared on order. Few items are ready to serve depending on days and time. Late opening hours. So late night wanderers find it convenient.”

“This place is now under new management, interior looks new and trendy but the food is just as good as before! This is a restaurant where you would come often to have some good no frill honest food, nothing fancy or outstanding just regular Indian food. I did not try the Chinese items, no particular reason just that if I wanted to eat Chinese I would go to a Chinese place. Service was good not sure why there are some negative comments about service. The girl waiting our table was alert and sincere, that is good enough I guess. Definitely worth visiting again! Return visit: tried the Chinese items and they were really good, no complain!”

“Very nice food. Especially the shovel concept is unique and nice. Although service was very poor. The staff were not attentive and infact one member of staff came to ask us if we want anything else probably not realising our order has still not arrived after 40 plus minutes. Would be great of they let the customer know the waiting time for items like shovel.”

“been goin to this place for nearly 10 years ish and the food has been consistent. dont listen to the haters, the staff are nice, the doner is probably the best doner in the UK, pinar probably competes with this. the doner is a good price too, its amazing quality.”