The Best Restaurants in Plaistow, Greater London, United Kingdom (2025)

Honestly my favourite place to be! Everyone is so lovely. The food the drinks are great too. You can also do wine tasting which is done by Leo. Great knowledge, great patience as well because I know my guest were very abrupt (sorry!) I’m here almost every time I get paid with my mum. It’s definitely the gem of Canning Town. It’s a purely happy place to be!

My partner and I both loved this place, with seating both inside and outside. The menu has a nice choice of Italian classics as well as British staple food. The food itself is very tasty and nicely served. Also the coffee tasted great!

What a hidden gem in London! This restaurant is just fantastic! The food quality is amazing - from breakfast to dinner. The staff are also so kind, so friendly! Hem was the kindest and so polite. He made us feel so welcome, had a smile on his face, quickly made us feel like locals, and what a lucky restaurant to have him!!! Plus, the coffee he made us was perfect! We stayed around Canning Town for a few days and found this restaurant and decided to have some breakfast. The breakfast was so good that we decided to go for dinner! Their croissant is just the best one around! I thought it was going to be just the average food and I was so wrong! It was such a good surprise, it was delicious! Their coffee is also absolutely amazing! It's so good that you don't even need sugar with it! I wish I could drink it every day! The dinner was also amazing, cooked to perfection. Their nonalcoholic drink was also a very nice surprise! So delicious! My husband and I have been to Italy recently, and their dinner made us feel we were back in Italy!!! Authentic Italian food! I wish this restaurant all the success! They deserve it!!!

I've had the pleasure of visiting this local café multiple times, and it never disappoints. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot to relax or catch up with friends. The staff is incredibly friendly and always goes the extra mile to ensure a great experience (thank you Leo and Him). But what really sets this café apart is the quality of the food and coffee – everything is fresh, flavorful, and made with care. Whether you’re grabbing a quick coffee or settling in for a leisurely brunch, you’ll leave with a smile. Highly recommend!

The place is AMAZING! Great staff... Great food... Great vibe... Excellent rare spirits to guzzle down... Oh my... Really amazing place. Coffee is excellent!

Hidden Portuguese little diner style restaurant. The imported beer is tasty and strong! I had a simple egg sandwich which was filling and it gave it a nice kick with their hot sauce! Homemade style, even their dessert was not too sweet and a great addition to the lunch meal. So many other items to try on the menu still.

Very nice little Portuguese style restaurant, the type you would find in Portugal itself actually. Food was great, portions are good and prices are decent. Service was good and friendly. Chorizo was really nice, but I would not really recommend the squid (starter). The Peri Peri chicken was nice! I will definitely come back to try more of the menu. Good to have places like this around the corner of your house 😌

Really good food, actually prepared from fresh. Also the only decent coffee in the area.

It is a very good place to eat quality African food, listening and dancing to African vibes. I would recommend it to those who want to celebrate special occasions and birthdays. The interior decorations is top notch 👌🏻

Abuja Restaurant is a welcoming venue for your special occasions, featuring an amazing staff who treat you with respect. The quality of their food is superb, and the hygienic environment is impressive. Having visited the restaurant myself, I can confidently say it embodies the qualities of a standard, good restaurant. Check out Abuja Restaurant—you won't regret it!

The food is delicious and well presented. Serve hot as I love my food to he. The environment is welcoming with friendly staff .

Tried the wagyu beef burger and loaded wagyu chips yesterday, meat was of high quality, burger was really juicy and tasty, loved the condiments that came with it. Demolished it before I remembered to take a picture. Loaded fries also exceptional, drizzled it with the special homemade chilli sauce which had a perfect kick of spice and creaminess. Quick and friendly service, would highly recommend 👌

Addictive! Wagyu Loaded fries is just a box full of flavours

Food was amazing. The burger was juicy and good quality. The loaded fries was amazing with the special chilli sauce. Loved everything about this place. Customer service great and fast service. Defo will be returning back

Had the Wagyu double Patty and the loaded fries. Everything was amazing! Highly recommend, definitely in my top 10 burgers 😍 I would come back again!

Went to this restaurant for the first time after searching the Internet for the nearest Nigerian food the food was amazing good size portion and a good price definitely coming back

I was initially skeptical about this restaurant considering the atmosphere from outside, but due to my pregnancy cravings, hubby persuaded me to try. We're a family of 4 on vacation in London, and this restaurant served the authentic Nigerian food we all desired. My family and I were amused at the taste of all the meals we ordered. My kids enjoyed the Jollof rice while myself and hubby enjoyed the pounded yam and egusi soup, amala, gbegiri with ewedu, and goat meat. My kids insisted that I take some pictures for review before we finished our meal. Although we had to wait longer for our order, it was worth it as all the food tasted fresh and delicious with authentic Nigerian flavor. The owner of the restaurant was also a nice woman who welcomed us pleasantly. It was a real taste of home. We would definitely visit again.

Visited with friends, always worth the trip! always the best naija food outside of naija! EVER! everything is cooked with love and is all fresh with the best ingredients just so delicious and tasty and yummy. meat fish rice swallow plantain goat suya…. all amazingly fantastic…. thank you so much!!

The food and service never fails! Thank you to the manager Ali for your service. It’s always a good vibe here. We had Mac and cheese, Brazing burger, mash and bbq ribs. Delicious and would definitely return! The price point is also very good and affordable. Portion sizes are great too.

The food was delicious, each dish had amazing seasoning and taste. We were able to finish everything because it was this tasty. They also serve rice with platters. The staff is really friendly, especially mr Ali he was really kind and helpful. Overall I really recommend this place if you haven’t tried yet !! (We were 5 people in total)

Went to the Grill with my family for a meal and a catch up. Service was attentive and prompt. We ordered quite a lot of food and it all arrived on time, nicely presented, and at the same time so noone was left out. Everything was delicious, the mac and cheese is amazing! A big thank you to Ali for accommodating us at short notice and being so kind to us during our visit.

I recently visited The Grill in Stratford, and it was an absolutely fantastic dining experience from start to finish. The service was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and efficient. The staff made sure we felt welcome and taken care of throughout our visit. The environment was impeccably clean, which added to the overall comfort of dining here. The ambience was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for families, couples, or even a casual catch-up with friends. As for the food, it was nothing short of spectacular. The Pina Colada was divine—perfectly blended with just the right balance of flavors. We ordered the Family Feast, which was a brilliant choice. Every dish was cooked to perfection. The lamb chops were tender and packed with flavor, while the chicken was succulent and expertly prepared. The portion sizes were generous, and the overall quality was excellent. Not only was the food amazing, but it was also great value for money. The restaurant's location is very convenient, right next to Stratford with easy access, and they offer free parking in the evenings—a huge plus! Overall, I highly recommend The Grill to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're local or just passing through, this place is a must-visit!

Absolutely fantastic place. One of the last, if not THE last proper old East London pub. Run by a top Irish landlord and his family. Proper topnotch Guinness served here no less and at least one or two well-kept guest cask ales along with a massive range of whiskies (Scottish, Irish, Welsh, blended, and others) The food is amazing. (I've always gone for home made Steak and ale pie with either mash or chips and fresh veg with gravy.) It's really good value, and they serve large portions. Keeps you full all day for sure. All fresh and homemade, it seems and tastes like a lot of care has gone into making it to, and they are proud to serve you (the food and drinks). Always get a nice warm welcome, and the locals all seem friendly. However, this is a quiet, relaxed place most times I've been in, which is a welcome change. Although I imagine a fun and buzzing atmosphere for a big horse race or football match being shown. Bar snacks also served, of course, including Black Country pork scratchings. Will always return here when possible. Hidden gem. Long live the Black Lion.

🚇 Plaistow 🍺 £5.80 Cruzcampo A Legendary Plaistow Boozer. The Black Lion is located in the heart of Plaistow E13. The nearest Tube is Plaistow, it’s a five minute walk to get here. This historic pub was originally built over 600 years ago. It was rebuilt in 1747 and remodelled again in 1875. Regular visitors in the 1960's were the West Ham team, including world cup trio of Bobby Moore, Martin Peters and Geoff Hurst. There is also a connection to Dick Turpin who stabled Black Bess in the stables here. This is a classic two bar oldschool pub that oozes old world charm. The bar on the right is split level and has Tudor beams and original exposed brickwork walls. The servery is a longun’ and stretches down the length of the bar. The seating is a mix of long velour upholstered benches with matching stools around circular tables. The smaller back bar is accessible by a separate door or through the end of the main bar. This bar is a cosier affair with a red carpet and comfy banquettes. In both bars is some superb memorabilia, you’ll find a photo of Bobby Moore, Warren Mitchell and Kenny Lynch propping up the bar here.There is also a picture of Canning Town born Terry Spinks who was the youngest Olympic gold medallist in British boxing history. The beer line up will please most, there is a good choice of mainstream beers with two cask ales. I decided on a pint of Cruzcampo, my pint was excellent, price point was average. There is a classic home cooked pub food menu available, Fish & Chips costs £13.00. There is also a seafood stall in the carpark next to the pub, I had some peeled prawns with plenty of pepper and vinegar for £4. We arrived bang on opening time at 12pm on mild Friday lunchtime in February. I was with die hard @westham fan and fellow pub enthusiast @scottyboy who knows a thing or two about pubs around this manor. As you can imagine the pub was quiet as we were the first ones in. There are a few screens dotted around the pub which had Sky Sports on in the background. The service was great, the barman was welcoming and was happy for me to take a few photos. This is a legendary pub which is steeped in folklore, history and is a favourite amongst the West Ham faithful. I absolutely loved visiting this pub, this is a proper London pub experience. If there was ever a reason to head out east, then visiting The Black Lion is definitely one of them. ℹ️ Info correct on visiting 23.02.24

Spent a night in London due to work, but was determined not to miss the Villa play! After asking at the hotel bar for a good place to watch the game, several voices all recommended the Black Lion in unison, and their recommendation did not disappoint! A "proper London pub", great beer, atmosphere and some of the most friendly, welcoming people you could meet. I had a great time with my fellow claret and blue (not Villa, Hammers haha) fans, and will be sure to return when I'm next in the big smoke! Thank you!

One of my favourite pubs in all of London - to have it as my local is a gift from the gods. It’s a proper pub.

We had a great party here. People are very welcoming no matter where you come from.

It was very good. The service was very professional and welcoming. The food was tasty and well presented. I will recommend everybody to go there and enjoy the food

Delicious food! Great customer service

Delicious African food are made in this premises, that is the reason a visited the place constantly. Well done ! I love it!

Awesome fried trout with sautéed vegetables; unfortunately pampushky buns were too dry. Prices above average, main courses cost 20 pounds including delivery. Reservations required over the weekend, the restaurant was full already at 19.00 on a Saturday night.

The food is really delicious, recommend Borscht, chicken skewers and honey cake. Nice service and great decorations from Ukraine. Will return to try more Ukrainian dishes.

It was my first time dining at Restaurant Albina, I loved how authentic the restaurant was inside and how cosy it felt. I was greeted by the waitress who was very friendly and helped me with the menu as I couldn’t decide from all the tasty options! I ended up having the chicken/pasta soup with a warm bread bun. The soup was delicious, a clear broth with lots of flavour - and I loved how light but filling it was. The bun was the perfect add on. For dessert I had the cherry dumplings - I will definitely be coming back for those! Overall I had a really great meal, the food and atmosphere is very comforting and gives a lovely family/friendly vibe. Thank you Albina for a wonderful meal! I will definitely be returning!

The two young people who took our order and brought our food were excellent. The chicken skewer was lovely as were the potato dumplings.

Alexandra was fantastic! She was quick, responsive, attentive and recommended great choices! We absolutely had a lovely time and would certainly come back. My favourite was the aubergine starter and the classic Carbonara. The food came in piping hot 🔥 which was excellent. Some restaurants serve the food cold as theh were on the counter too long before being served. So well done! Thanks

This location is more than 5 stars satfull is amazingly attentive to you and the service they do and the food is wow, I had as whiter Mr Leno I was delighted with him as he took great care of our table , and the biggest surprise was on my friend's birthday when they brought dessert. I highly recommend this place.

Very nice restaurant, fast and excellent service. Very good food. Everything is perfect. ❤️Waiter Tuclan served very fast and good. He was to customer attentive. Thank you.

Everything was wonderful! Food, staff, the place is superb. I came without a reservation and they welcomed me very kindly, telling them it was my birthday, they also surprised me by singing happy birthday to me. I recommend this restaurant with all my heart. Special thanks to Simone,Leno and Elena.