Top Restaurants in Islington, Greater london

Rating: 5 / 5

The menu impresses with a variety of creatively crafted dishes. Each course, from appetizers to desserts, is beautifully presented and full of flavor. The chef’s meticulous attention to detail shines through in every dish, making each bite a delight. Service at Salut! is exceptional, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who enhance the dining experience. They provide excellent recommendations and ensure everything runs smoothly. Overall, Salut! is a top choice for a unique and refined dining experience. Whether celebrating a special event or enjoying a gourmet meal, the exquisite cuisine and elegant atmosphere make it a must-visit

Rating: 5 / 5

We had our festive party last week Friday at Salut! and the team cannot stop raving about the food and service. From starters to dessert it was all fantastic and full of flavour. Their festive menu is incredible value and full of really delicious choices. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back for future events. Thank you again to Tom for all the help organising the day and being so flexible with dietary restrictions etc

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautiful food, incredibly high quality, super tasty, some of the best food you can find in the area. The staff are really polite, friendly and helpful. Small restaurant and would recommend booking in advance.

Rating: 5 / 5

Every mouthful was delicious! From the whipped truffle butter accompanying the focaccia right through to the dark ganache with burnt orange and white chocolate crumb, every dish was delicious. A great choice of dishes to suit all dietary requirements, our group had a vegetarian, pescetarian and non pig and alcohol, yet we were all able to find amazing options for every course. The mushroom duxelles was magnificent that my hubby kept stealing it, his beef sirloin was perfect but the masterpiece was the confit duck. Loved the ganache to finish and the pistachio baked Alaska was incredible. 35 for 2 courses and 42 for 3, £60 each including drinks and service which was great considering the quality. Service was prompt and unhurried at the same time allowing us to have a really good catch up with friends. Highly recommend, intimate setting with open kitchen.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely open front dining with two great host not very busy as it was a Thursday but there were a few families with little children enjoying the lovely food. The lobster and prawns spaghetti was cooked to perfection, cooked fresh and not reheated absolutely loved it, little miss ordered spaghetti bolognese and she ate it all and some of ours. Will visit again and try other stuff on the menu.

Rating: 5 / 5

A hidden gem! My son and I were just going for a quick bite to eat but ended up at a hidden gem. Incredibly nice host and the food was excellent. We ordered pizza and garlic bread with cheese. The garlic bread was almost a meal in itself. We will be back to spend another night with food and drinks here!

Rating: 5 / 5

It was a spontaneous decision to walk in with some family for a drink and a little bite. We only had a few starters including arancini and garlic bread. We were very impressed with food and service. Portions are generous and food absolutely brilliant. I'm sure we will be back for a proper meal.

Rating: 5 / 5

I recently had the most delightful experience at MANGIA BENE! The risotto I ordered was absolutely phenomenal. Not only was it cooked to perfection, but the flavors were so rich and satisfying. What truly impressed me was when the chef himself came to our table to ensure everything was to our liking. That personal touch made the meal even more memorable. The aroma wafting from the kitchen was intoxicating, setting the perfect ambiance for a delightful dining experience. And to top it off, I requested to add crispy pancetta on top of my risotto, and the chef agreed immediately, further enhancing the dish. The combination of incredible food, attentive service, and inviting atmosphere made for an unforgettable evening. I can't wait to return!

Rating: 5 / 5

Best place for brunch along Upper Street (that I’ve tried)! The menu is quite extensive so there is something for everyone. Staff are very friendly and attentive, and provided quick service. My friend and I both ordered the Mediterranean Breakfast, and it was delicious. It usually comes with sucuk (Turkish spicy sausage), but they let my friend swap this for a pork sausage, and when our food arrived, our waitress asked if we wanted any condiments or butter immediately—great service. They were also very kind and accommodating to my dog. I think the food is very well priced: portions are pretty generous and the quality is top-notch. My meal cost me about £16 (had tea). Highly recommend!

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing food & excellent service, all staff were very friendly and attentive. We held our Christmas lunch here and they were so accommodating. Great veggie options too, would definitely recommend to anyone 🙂

Rating: 5 / 5

Generous portion sizes, very sweet staff and good food for the price. All in all, it was tasty! Smoothie was a 10/10 - though pricey. Only comment is the slightly strange choices of ingredients in a couple of our dishes - like strawberry jam with an otherwise entirely savoury Mediterranean breakfast. Also the fairly bland heaps of 'salads' with the moussaka weren't needed.

Rating: 5 / 5

Good portion, quality food and decor inside is pleasant. Helpful staff. Work lunch twice visited completely satisfied.

Rating: 5 / 5

This is one of my favourite gastro pubs in London. Have been there three times, not disappointed once. This time I ordered their signature pig dish again. I was happy with the quality. The only slight snug is perhaps presentation. Lamb was also very good. Service was just simply delightful. All the waiters were so genuinely helpful & all smiles.

Rating: 5 / 5

Easily the best roast dinner available in London. Homely, relaxed and fantastic service. Porchetta is a must if you get there before it runs out! Would happily visit every Sunday. Staff a super friendly and knowledgeable towards the menu that changes daily. Seasonal ingredients brought out in their finest form.

Rating: 5 / 5

We had the Sunday roast with the Chicken (for 2 people) and one beef. Very delicious and I think the best is the vegetables. The portion is huge. Beef is good. The potatoes and the Yorkshire pudding are more crispy type. Scotch eggs are good too. It’s a very popular place, better to reserve early. We walked in and can only sat at the outdoor tables, which is okay as the weather was not bad. Nice place for trying Sunday roast.

Rating: 5 / 5

I’m rating 4 star for food but I’d like to clarify that it is only for the 1 dish I had. The cod and potatoes (lunch) was good. The dessert was good too. The restaurant’s interior is beautiful and has a really nice atmosphere. When I visited at lunch it was quiet- a calm, peaceful vibe. The service was great. The staff were friendly and smiley. I would visit it again to try more food.

Rating: 4 / 5

It’s always a pleasure looking at Ottolenghi window display of their beautiful salad platters and assortments of cakes and pastries. For lunch, I ordered the selection of 2 salad and salmon as mains. Food was cold, if you prefer it that way. We ordered the carrot cake and pain au chocolate for desserts and enjoyed it. The ambiance is lovely and we were told that they had just renovated. Service is good.

Rating: 4 / 5

The food here was absolutely delicious m, and I can see why it is so highly revered. The service was also good and the staff were friendly and helpful. I especially recommend getting the delicious desserts from the bar- they were all great. The only reasons that I’ve given 4 stars are 1: The atmosphere is pretty poor, and I hate the concept of their “long table”- it is just uncomfortable and weird to have to sit directly next to random strangers. 2: The price is really, really high for the level of dining experience- when I first walked in, I though, ‘£18 or so for a main, seems fully reasonable’, but when you are told that they are all starters and they recommend 2 dishes per person, I think this renders the price a bit unreasonable.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely food, great service and amazing ambience. Our waitress was delightful. Highly recommend the toasted aubergine and lamb kofta. their dinner ambiance feels a lot nicer than lunch. Great for date nights.

Rating: 5 / 5

I really enjoyed my lunch at Ottolenghi. Friendly and very efficient staff, nice atmosphere and delicious food. I loved my salmon fishcakes. I had them with 2 salads and I was very full. So I skipped dessert, even though their cakes look delicious. Just as a small criticism, my green beans were too raw for my taste. Everything else was perfect.

Rating: 5 / 5

One of my couples held their reception here and I cannot say enough how wonderful it was! The private room and the ambience was excellent, and the staff were so accommodating and well mannered. The food was some of the best I had for weddings. Their cheesecake was the very best cheesecake I ever had. They cleared the room really efficiently to be the dance floor. with the way the mirrors are laid out in the room and how the room is lit, this place brings such a luxury feel to your evening.

Rating: 5 / 5

Exceptional start to finish - can’t believe we haven’t come sooner!!! The service was amazing and it’s was the best cut of meat I’ve had in london which I didn’t expect for the lunch deal. Beautiful interior with great vibes! All the staff were so attentive and great. Can’t wait to come back!!!

Rating: 4 / 5

We were seated outside during a perfect weather. We ordered escargot, steak and frites and steak tartare. The mini baguette that was served with the escargot is really delicious. We also enjoyed the fries. Service was good.

Rating: 5 / 5

Had a very pleasant experience at Bellanger. I’ve never been to french restaurant before, however I was pleasantly surprised, with the food and with the service too. There was a bit of misunderstanding, but all was compensated by very welcoming approach of the staff. Id definitely come again. Czech approved.

Rating: 5 / 5

We had a fantastic dining experience at Smokehouse. We tried the beef roast, porchetta and veggie wellington – and all of them were absolutely delicious! The service was excellent, and our waiter, Alicia, was attentive, friendly, and so sweet, which made the experience even better. Definitely a place I’ll be coming back to!

Rating: 5 / 5

Me and friend, went here Friday, and I must say it was amazing, it's the first time iv been there but it's one of the best places iv eaten this year. Good atmosphere very friendly stuff. Evrything I tryed was great, the sandwich was good to, but I think it needs a bit more flavour but was good. At first you mite think not enough food for the price but believe me it was more than enough food and very filling. Iv let my friend know about this place so expect atleast 200 more new customer. Mr Olgun hilmi

Rating: 5 / 5

Their beef was so nice and tender. Juicy and tasty. The best roast in London so far. Their dessert was very nice, too. Staff members are all nice and friendly. The atmosphere was great. They have both indoor and outdoor tables and all nicely set up with proper fabric napkins.

Rating: 5 / 5

Had an amazing night out with friends. Customer service from start to finish was superb. Food was extremely tasty and had enough spice for me. I really like the Big Daddy cocktail and their Pina Colada👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽... Overall a great night out and hopefully coming back to celebrate my birthday with friends in December.

Rating: 5 / 5

Gabriel and Inego was excellent. I can be quite challenging to serve as I have many dietary requirements. He made sure I was taken care of and constant check up on me and the other guests.

Rating: 5 / 5

We always love going to Laki Kane, great music and delicious food & drinks. We did feel that the £10 cocktail menu wasn’t much of a deal as they were just smaller than the regular cocktails. Will deff be back!

Rating: 5 / 5

Last weekend, we had an incredible time at Laki Kane celebrating my cousin’s milestone 21st birthday. She had reserved the Tropical half-board drinks package, which was quite impressive—it included a total of 32 shots, two bottles of Prosecco, and two large sharing cocktails. Considering there were only four of us in the group, we were taken aback by the generous amount of alcohol provided. To top it off, since it was a birthday celebration, the staff surprised us with a complimentary round of shots, adding an extra touch of festivity to the evening. The atmosphere at Laki Kane was vibrant and lively, making it the perfect setting for our celebration. The DJ curated an amazing playlist that perfectly blended Afrobeat, Bashment, Hip-hop, and R&B, keeping us entertained and dancing all night long. The music really set the mood and brought everyone together on the dance floor. I also want to express my gratitude to the staff, who were not only attentive but also incredibly friendly. They went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed, making the night feel even more special and memorable. Overall, it was a fantastic night out filled with laughter, great music, and wonderful memories that we will cherish for a long time. Shout out to Georgie 🙂

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely Turkish restaurant in an area with some competition. This restaurant has interesting decor and a pleasant ambience. Their table lamps and wall coverings lead to a cosy atmosphere. The food is good, I love Turkish food, not much sign of diner kebab, more plates of succulent spiced meats and rice and lots of side dishes

Rating: 5 / 5

Always great service and excellent food. One of my favourite places in the area and never lets me down. I always bring here friends who visit from different countries and everyone always comment on how great this place is. Unique interior is something that really attracts at first, but you will definitely come back if you try the food and experience the service here.

Rating: 4 / 5

Went for dinner as a walkin managed to get a table. The meze was tasty. The fish main was tasty although the stir fried veg was a little odd pairing. All washed down with Efes beer. Overall a really nice place for dinner with friendly staff and a good atmosphere.

Rating: 5 / 5

Booked Xmas dinner here great venue excellent service managed to add an extra person at late notice. Food was wonderful and staff brilliant

Rating: 4 / 5

A great little gem both for family & friends gatherings. I went with a friend for lunch. The menu was quite standard like most other French restaurants but quality is above the average I’ve visited in the city. Service was particularly good, so was deco. It was causal but atmospheric, exuding a relaxing & welcoming feel.

Rating: 4 / 5

The food was not the best, therefore 4 stars. But quite a good ambience and it’s not too expensive for a French lunch, reasonable prices. Onion soup and the other soup of the day (beetroot & turnip) was amazing. Snails/escargots were good too.

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely fantastic meal we had at this authentic French restaurant. The staff take so much good care of you as you arrive they are helpful with ordering and the service is exceptional. The food is amazing. I had the French snails and the toulouse sausages with a side of creamy mash. It is so delicious I am looking forward to coming back again.