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

My 'Spicy Spin' tagliatelle meal was exquisite. It contained prawns, basil, tomatoes, chillies and olive oil. Such simple ingredients, but it was just exceptional. It's a light, bright interior with greenery, sadly fake, but pretty nonetheless. The service was good and the waiting staff were smiley, attentive and professional. My chosen dish took a bit longer than normal to arrive, but as it's all made fresh then that's all fine with me. I had Tres Leche cake for dessert and a hot chocolate. All faultlessly delicious. I was treating myself after a health check appointment. I'll go again soon.

The atmosphere was really relaxing and the waiters were friendly and extremely helpful and professional. ❤️All the food was really fresh and amazing, the portions were generous.🥰Thank you 🥂🍾😘🥰❤️

It's always nice to have brunch at The Rabbit. The food is delicious and the staff is nice too. Portions are very generous.

Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, great quality food at reasonable prices. Portions were good too. The burgers were very filling!

Lovely little place, a hidden gem located in forest gate. Traditional food was served, good as home cooked meals. Highly recommend lamb bhuna!

We were in London late in the evening and we found this small place. My girlfriend and her cousine had a Vegan dish with rice. I always go for Chiken Bryani, in this case I have noticed there were spinach and potato on the ingridients, so I choosed the Lamb option. It was so delicious…one of the best I ever had, it came with tarka dhal on side. I would really reccomend, the staff is very welcome and always trying to make you feel confortable. See you next time :)

I ordered a take away from The Wanstead Kitchen the food was absolutely delicious i ordered a biriyani and a coconut nan bread. The portions were generous the food extremely fresh the nan bread was light and fluffy and when it arrived wasn't soggy or doughy from the bag. The flavours were authentic and i would definitely recommend. I certainly will be returning very good value for money.

Just moved to the neighborhood and have been worried about where my local curry spot would be. Found it in this place. Great neighborhood curry place. Food was excellent. Staff was super chill and friendly. I will be coming back to dine in and get take away in the future. They even have breakfast! Solid option if you’re in the neighborhood.

My friends live locally and we had discussed eating here as it's their favorite local restaurant. Despite my friends booking a different place due to miscommunication the lovely maitre D managed to set up a large table for our group and everyone arrived albeit a little late. Service was friendly and efficient, the menu had so much variety that even the fussy eaters were happy and the actual dishes were delicious and beautifully presented. Really happy with the wine selection too.

Definitely worth the visit for lunch, fantastic selection of French cuisine. Every dish I tried had an air of quality and flavours were superb. I tried the gazpacho soup as a starter which was a great balance of spice and tomato flavour. Also tried the lamb and rabbit both melt in mouth good especially the rabbit. Topped off with a creme brulee which was as good as I have tasted. Service was good, welcoming and helpful whilst efficient a very relaxing visit.

A very enjoyable experience. For a local restaurant, this is probably as good as it gets. The arancini was delicious and the steak was slightly overcooked and lacked a little flavour but still very good quality. Definitely deserving of the Michelin Guide mention and would certainly visit again.

Short notice Thursday booking. 3 course dinner for one. Shared the starter and desert. Chicken main was second meal. 500ml of the Malbec. Recommended, and hoping to return to try more of the menu. Tall waiter was very knowledgeable of ingredients of our dishes.

Great Italian restaurant in Wansted. The food was good, specially the maccheroncini with sausage and mushroom. The portions were good and the staff were very helpful. I would come again.

Went there for my lunch break, so I spoke to the waitress as I had limited time. The service was very quick and the food too! Plus, I took 3 courses set on the menu, bruschetta with roasted peppers and mozzarella, maccheroncini with mushrooms and sausages sausages, and to finish Tiramisu, which is it a good value compared to the quality of the food.

Such a lovely restaurant with fantastic food!! We had a wonderful evening with our daughter! We were surprised how delicious the food was actually much better than the fancy Italian restaurant we go to in London! Everything was perfect from starter, main, desserts and kids menu!! We will be back with all of our friends! The service was superb! Merci!

I am Indian and have been dining in Indian restaurants for over 30 years and I can honestly say that this restaurant serves the freshest and tastiest Bangladeshi cuisine I have tasted. Every dish was freshly cooked and the signature chicken dishes were delicious. The staff were kind and friendly. Will be making regular visits with my family. Highly recommended. ash

The food is amazing and so much quality. I would like to also thank the manager and staff. They are so attentive and their food recommendation and knowledge was fantastic. This place is the best Indian in Wanstead for sure. Can’t wait to come back.

Staff have given us really good recommendations and service is top-tier! The food was brilliant, especially the samosa, Saag Aloo and Lamb Dhansak. We can feel that this restaurant really cares about their customers and how they present their dishes. We really enjoyed our meal and this place is certainly a local gem. Would definitely recommend!

5 stars all the way! We turned up fairly late on an eve between Christmas and New Year, they let us know that we had about an hour and suggested we settle on what we were ordering fairly quickly, and then we were never made to feel time pressured again after that. Expect good food, with good service in a nice relaxed contemporary curry house. Will I go again? Yes. But, it’s 6 hours from me, so I’ll nae get to sample it again until next time visiting friends in that neck of the woods. If you’re local, go there, enjoy.

“A wonderful place where taste, atmosphere, and service come together perfectly! Each dish was prepared with care, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The staff was very friendly and attentive, answering all our questions politely. Especially [dish name] is a must-try! If you’re looking for a warm and welcoming environment where you feel at home, you should definitely visit this place. It was an amazing experience, and we can’t wait to come back again!”

Highly rated on Google maps and Filika didn't disappoint. We really enjoyed all the food and the service was fantastic. I would highly recommend Filika and I will visit again.

We had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant yesterday. We tried the soup of the day (a delicious lentil soup), octopus (I ordered it as a hot starter, and my husband chose the main course option), mussels, chicken burger, and chicken skewer. Every dish was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The octopus was a special highlight. We couldn’t help but remember a past holiday where my husband had the best octopus of his life. When we shared this story with our server, Cengo, he smiled and assured us, “You’re about to have the second-best experience!” My husband agreed, placing this octopus as a close second to his favorite and very similar in taste and quality—a delightful surprise. The kids were thrilled with the free scoop of ice cream included in their meal, and they were absolutely delighted with their treat! We had the pleasure of being served by Cengo, who was incredibly kind and attentive, as was his colleague (though we didn’t catch her name). The atmosphere was relaxed, with soft lighting that created a calm and cozy ambiance, perfect for enjoying a meal. To finish the meal, they surprised us with Turkish delight and generously offered an extra drink on the house, which we kindly declined but truly appreciated the gesture. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we’re looking forward to coming back! ;-)

My friend and I just came to Filika to eat and catch up. I have to say the food is fantastic. I had a mixed grill. It was tender succulent and just melts in your mouth. My friend had grill prawn with rice and salad, which she said was excellent lovely and fresh which she enjoyed very much. The Hummus and bread which you get free was to die for. Check this place out you won’t be disappointed Jengo was an excellent waiter, very helpful and friendly. I will be recommending this restaurant to my friends and family

Bacon and mushroom naan, amazing. I really enjoyed this wrap and I would definitely order it again. The coffee is ok. Dog friendly.

Excellent birthday brunch for our daughter. Staff were really excellent. Took the birthday cake in the day before and they brought out for us and sang happy birthday. Food was great as always. Would recommend - prosecco, champagne and cocktails available alongside the usual hot drinks etc. Lovely event.

This is the best cafe in London. Amazing food. Amazing coffee and amazing friendly staff. The Turkish eggs and Nonna’s baked eggs are to die for. Treat yourself to a Parmesan hash brown as well you won’t regret it.

This is a lovely place to go for brunch, the small selection of food is varied enough and would suit most diets; with gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options available and the friendly staff happy to accommodate any allergies or intolerances. It's a great place to go for a treat yourself meal as it's a bit dearer than we expected but well worth it. Loved the pistachio iced latte and vegan wrap, we had the optional fried egg which really added a lot to the dish as they were exceptional eggs. It's dog friendly with outdoor seating and beautiful decor. We will certainly be returning to the popular destination.

Cafe Brunch in Wanstead is a cozy and welcoming spot, known for its hearty full English breakfasts and accommodating service. The ambiance is warm, and the food is consistently praised for its quality and generous portions. However, I strongly suggest you double-check your order and confirm it with the staff—there have been mix-ups, and you might end up being served something different from what you requested. While the staff is friendly and eager to make things right, attention to detail could improve the overall experience. That said, the reasonable prices and good food still make it worth a visit! I especially didn’t like being directed to a smaller table.

We were a group of ladies from Bristol who stayed over for the night after going to ABBA voyage. Found this restaurant on google. Well what a find absolutely amazing food good service staff couldn’t been more friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend xx we were served by Suri but all staff were amazing

I went here twice for a “traditional English” breakfast (during my trip to London) and it was delicious. Stuff was very friendly and food was what we expected for fair price. :) lovely place

Love this place . Quality food (the best vegan breakfast) great coffee and excellent service. Lovely covered play area in the garden too. Highly recommend. Loving these vegan cinnamon buns and vanilla crowns. Just tried City Place @ night. What a lovely evening we had. Delicious food and great service. Recommend the rib eye steak and the baked cauliflower with the curry sauce . Reasonable priced too. Already booked for next week. Back again but why wouldn't I because it's the best place for vegans and vegetarians. Thank you City Place for the best vg breakfast.

I have recently moved to Wanstead and this has already become my favourite cafe! Coffee was great and the veggie breakfast one of the best I have ever had. Staff is lovely and the atmosphere is immaculate.

Such a lovely meal here last night. Really good quality steak and chicken, cooked to perfection. Lovely relaxed atmosphere, comfy seats and great lighting. Staff super nice and helpful. The menu is simple but so well done. Garlic bread, side salad AND dessert all included in the very reasonable price. Will definitely be going back. Highly recommended.

A fantastic find in Wanstead great atmosphere, music is pleasant, not overpowering, lending to the total ambience. The staff are very friendly and helpful, not intrusive, while you are dining. The food is excellent reminding me of my recent holiday in the Galicia region of Spain. The menú is seasonal and reasonably priced . Will definitely come again.

A good local restaurant, lovely atmosphere, especially after a few glasses of Spanish wine. Clean and well decorated space. The staff seem rather stern at times. Good selection of food, nice menu...but unfortunately cooked for an English palette (which is a shame). Amazing almond tart 😋 highly recommend this with a glass of wine or two 😂