249 halal kitchens in East London.
Part of The Halal Ledger, by neighbourhood. Every kitchen here gets the same three-voices check: what the business claims, what customers reveal in reviews — quoted, with receipts — and what only the owner can confirm.
How we verify
Every kitchen here is checked three ways: what the business claims in its own listing, what customers actually say in reviews (quoted, not paraphrased), and what only the owner can confirm — which we hold as an open question until they answer it themselves. We won’t list a “halal” kitchen if reviews contradict the claim; that’s cost places their listing before.
Barking1 kitchen
Bethnal Green11 kitchens
Adana Turkish with Fusion®
Long-running Bethnal Green Turkish grill with a Bengali fusion twist; big sharing platters, family-friendly, 15 years in.
Phat For Life
Buzzy, Instagram-driven East London burger and loaded-platter joint – explicitly all-halal, known for smash burgers and huge sharing 'Phat/Jhaal' platters, and welcoming to iftar diners.
Afghan Grill
Bethnal Green Afghan grill praised for flavourful kebabs and Kabuli pulao, but reviews flag slow service, cramped space and inconsistency.
Jannah Grill
Long-standing budget desi grill on Bethnal Green Road doing fresh wings, grilled chicken and a standout gourmet burger — cheap, big portions and downstairs seating, but a loud room and staff-conduct complaints recur.
Mo's Shack
Tiny value-focused halal smash-burger shack on Bethnal Green Road, known for its Algerian sauce, loaded boxes and big portions; takeaway-oriented with minimal seating.
Gansu Bethnal Green
Well-liked halal Chinese takeaway on Roman Road, Bethnal Green — bold-flavoured chilli beef, salt-and-pepper wings and chow mein, with occasional portion/consistency complaints.
N1 Grill & Curry House
Budget halal grill-and-curry fast-food on Roman Rd (E2) famed for £5 loaded boxes, doner, wings and a standout daal.
Meshwi
Bethnal Green Road Lebanese-Turkish charcoal grill for shish, shawarma and family platters, open for Ramadan iftar; quality and value can be uneven.
Shah's Halal Food Cambridge Heath Hackney
Branch of the NYC-style Shah's Halal Food chain on Cambridge Heath Rd (E2) — chicken/lamb over rice and loaded platters with signature white & hot sauce; friendly staff, but this branch draws some complaints about smaller portions and missing sauce on delivery.
Halal Street Kitchen (Bethnal Green)
Bethnal Green halal ghost kitchen turning out big tandoor platters, halal-cart sandwiches and shakes — praised as a cut above the average takeaway, though third-party delivery drops the quality.
Purpleish
Halal Indian BBQ, grill and shisha lounge on Roman Rd (E2) with a heated garden — mixed grills, wings and (virgin) mojitos; a known iftar destination during Ramadan.
Bow24 kitchens
Smoke End Steakhouse
All-halal, explicitly alcohol-free steakhouse — sirloin and Argentine fillet steaks, sharing platters and fresh mocktails in a dark, cosy setting, with attentive service and complimentary birthday touches.
Meat Up
Cult East London gourmet/smash-burger ghost kitchen in Bow (sister sit-down in Hoxton), no-pork halal-leaning menu famed for truffle burgers and huge chips.
Sultan Sofrasi
Bow Turkish family grill (halal-listed) known for mixed grills, family platters, lamb beyti and homemade bread, with warm table service; portions vs price is the recurring gripe.
Bun & Sum
Takeaway-only halal smash-burger and pastrami joint in a converted container at Bow (beef pastrami, no pork); tasty to fans but a lightning rod for portion-size and price complaints.
Grounded London
Bright, family-friendly halal brunch cafe and specialty-coffee spot in Bow — shakshuka, sourdough and cardamom cappuccinos — with a table time-cap and still-maturing service.
Alanya turkish
Bow Turkish grill with an overtly Muslim identity — nasheeds over music, popular for Iftar; warm owner-led service, cosy if compact.
Ariana Restaurant LONDON
Bow Afghan restaurant with park-terrace seating; slow-cooked Qabuli lamb, fresh bread and Persian desserts, though some regulars feel quality has slipped.
Med's Cafe
Long-running budget halal cafe near Mile End doing generous all-halal English breakfasts, brunch and coffees; explicitly everything-halal.
Original Taste
No-frills halal fast-food/kebab-and-chicken takeaway near Bow serving fried chicken, wings by the bucket, burgers and kebabs – great value, but ambiance and hygiene are the weak spots.
Fiesta Cafe
Busy, budget Bow (E3) cafe with a big build-your-own breakfast menu and halal, vegetarian and vegan options; great value and generous portions, though the room is noisy and one staff member draws repeated service complaints.
Root25
Aesthetic non-profit community coffee shop on Bow Rd (E3) that donates its profits to charity — great coffee/matcha, a calm laptop-friendly space and a prayer corner; the short halal food menu (sourced from a local halal shop) is more hit-and-miss than the drinks.
Al-Safa Grill
Budget Bow halal grill and takeaway for burgers, wraps and biryani; good-value quick meals but inconsistent service and quality.
Far East Kitchen
Independent halal Korean kitchen in Bow (E3) — loaded Korean boxes, fried chicken, bao buns, corn dogs and an advertised Ramadan iftar box; fresh, generous and well-served, drawing diners from across London despite an off-pitch location.
Madina Charcoal Grill
Small, honest Middle-Eastern charcoal grill in Bow — grotty interior but genuinely good mixed grills, wings and value, with friendly owners.
Marokand
Standout HMC-certified Uzbek restaurant in Bow (4.9 stars) with beautiful cultural decor, celebrated pilaf, dumplings and lamb; service can slow when busy.
Bibimbop Bow
Halal Korean-fusion takeaway in Bow (beef only, no pork) with bao buns, bibimbap, corn dogs and a well-received Ramadan box; delivery-friendly and consistently top-rated.
Delizia
Budget desi-style halal cafe in Bow (E3) serving full English and Bangladeshi/desi breakfasts; praised as some of the best desi breakfast in East London, though portion sizes and one owner-conduct complaint recur.
KRAVE MILE END
New halal fast-food spot on Mile End Rd — munch boxes, smash burgers, wings and loaded fries, open late with generous portions.
Hashtag Loaded
Bow halal comfort-food spot doing loaded chips, smash burgers, shawarma and buttermilk chicken — fresh, generous and well-priced, with the occasional missed item.
Shoyu Cafe
Small, all-halal Levantine-leaning cafe and bakery — paninis, tuna melts, fresh bread, milk cake and coffee, with a friendly owner, seating and charging points that make it good for a casual work-friendly lunch.
DRAGON BITES LTD
Small independent halal Chinese spot on Burdett Rd, Bow (E3) with Chinese & Indonesian chefs; big flavours at low prices (dishes ~£7) praised, though the venue is tiny and portions can be small.
Myra Grill
Modest, family-run halal Turkish grill on Bow Road doing well-priced kebabs, doner wraps and mezes; unassuming but warmly run by owners Ali and his wife.
Halal Street Kitchen (Bow)
Bow Business Triangle branch of Halal Street Kitchen — cook-to-order grill platters big enough to feed several, with friendly counter service.
Burdett spice
Small Bow grill and kebab/burger shop open till late, praised (mostly in older reviews) for its doner and grilled chicken and its deals; only a handful of reviews.
Canary Wharf & Poplar11 kitchens
COCO Canary Wharf - Restaurant & Lounge
Stylish halal restaurant and shisha lounge at West India Quay, Canary Wharf — grilled dishes, non-alcoholic cocktails and al-fresco waterside seating, one of few halal al-fresco spots in the area.
Hazev
Long-established Turkish chargrill on the Canary Wharf waterside (part of the Tas group) — halal mezze, lamb shank and moussaka, standout kunafa and cakes, and hospitality reviewers single out by name.
Moira Restaurant
Polished halal Turkish-Mediterranean grill hidden near Canary Wharf, praised for fresh grilled meat and fish, attentive service and strong allergen care; good for celebrations.
Its Thecha
Rare Maharashtrian kitchen tucked in the lower level of a Canary Wharf hotel — pre-booked veg and non-veg thalis, kothimbir vadi and paneer thecha, and a licensed bar. It serves alcohol and seafood/meat, so it is not an all-halal kitchen.
Poplar Cafe.
Popular budget breakfast/burger cafe on Poplar High St (E14) that markets itself to halal diners — reviews describe a separate halal cooker and a halal English breakfast, but bacon/pork items also appear, so halal is an option alongside non-halal.
Gopal’s Corner
Halal Malaysian counter inside a Market Hall food court, celebrated for banana-leaf meals, laksa, roti canai and generous, well-priced portions.
The Madina Grill (TMG)
Fully-halal desi-style grill house in Poplar (E14) — steaks, peri peri chicken, sticky wings and doner, with downstairs seating for groups and quick friendly service.
In A Pikel
Cult halal smash-burger food truck at Skylines Village near Canary Wharf, open late — 'best smash burger in my life' fans, generous fries and a famously friendly boss, with the odd note that it can run oily.
BagelEats - Poplar
All-halal (Zabiha, HMC-certified) bagel & smash-burger cafe in Poplar, known for wraps, milkshakes, catering and a quiet SEN-friendly space run by owner Maz.
Shahs Halal Food - Isle of Dogs
All-halal American 'halal-cart' takeaway on the Isle of Dogs (E14) — chicken and lamb over rice with signature white and green chilli sauces, plus a well-regarded vegan falafel option.
CinnaMint
Independent Moroccan/Mediterranean halal kitchen and bakery inside Poplar Union market (weekends only) — tagine wraps, mezze and acclaimed house cookies, with a notable vegan+halal selection.
Canning Town1 kitchen
Chingford2 kitchens
Gökyüzü Restaurant
Chingford outpost of the well-known Turkish grill Gökyüzü — generous ocakbasi mezze, lamb chops/ribs, doner and kunefe in a buzzing special-occasion setting.
Yaz Restaurant
Upscale Turkish/Mediterranean restaurant in Highams Park (E4) with a cocktail bar and balcony — halal meat (halal sausage/turkey rashers), strong hospitality and event catering; brunch is the weak spot.
East Ham31 kitchens
Udaya Kerala Restaurant
Hugely popular fully-halal Keralan/South Indian restaurant in East Ham (E6) — authentic non-veg specialities (mutton chops, chicken 65, biryani, beef roast), closed Mondays.
BIM'S® East Ham
East Ham branch of the popular halal BIM'S burger and fried-chicken brand — kiosk ordering, fresh fast food (Algerian chicken supreme burger a favourite) and friendly, well-drilled service.
Charminar Restaurant
Long-running Hyderabadi/Indian restaurant on Katherine Road, E6 — big on Zafrani lamb biryani and generous portions, but reviews repeatedly flag cleanliness and freshness.
Chicos East Ham
Down-to-earth halal comfort-food spot in East Ham — smash and Nashville burgers, peri-style grilled chicken, loaded fries and desserts, strongly rated as family-friendly with warm service.
NavaRuchi Kerala Restaurant East Ham
Authentic Kerala (Malabar Muslim) restaurant in East Ham (E6) serving beef curries, Al Faham, biryani and appam – homely food let down by recurring hygiene/cleanliness gripes.
Naan Staap
Colourful Pakistani naan-and-chai house in Upton Park (E6), a fully-halal cafe loved for keema naans, hareesa and karak chai despite tight, sometimes-scruffy seating.
Malabar Hut Restaurant
Highly-rated authentic Kerala Muslim restaurant in East Ham famed for beef biryani, mandhi and parotta on banana leaves; food shines but service can lag when busy.
Laziza Biryani by Laziza Hut
Long-established, high-volume Pakistani biryani house on High St North, home-style food and student-friendly prices but polarising on freshness and service.
Lahori Nihaari London
East Ham Lahori specialist for slow-cooked nihari, haleem and paya, with Sunday halwa puri breakfast and homemade kulcha/naan.
Rice Club
Highly-rated, slightly hidden Kerala/South-Indian restaurant in East Ham (E6) — a review confirms it's all halal; standouts are the sea tawa platter, bamboo beef and Kerala biryani, though takeaway spice/consistency draws some complaints.
Chapandaz Restaurant
Independent Afghan restaurant in East Ham, widely rated among the best Afghan food in East London — Qabuli Palow, mixed grills and karahi in a lively room tucked behind the kitchen.
Hayath Kitchen
Busy East Ham South Indian / Malabar kitchen open till the early hours — biryani, mandi, chili paneer and grills at some of the lowest prices in the area, if service can wobble when it's slammed.
Imaan Restaurant
Upton Park Pakistani spot in the heart of Green Street known above all for its nihari and authentic chai — big portions and fast service, but hit by hygiene and staff-conduct complaints.
Alex's Place
Friendly East Ham Turkish kebab house; standout Iskander kebab and lamb chops, generous portions and a homely, owner-led welcome.
Handi Lounge & Restaurant
GreenCo / Handi is a two-floor Bangladeshi grill-and-lounge in Upton Park with shisha and event space — strong on beef sheesh and kala bhuna, but reviews split on food consistency and a loud, sometimes chaotic atmosphere.
Lala’s Grill & Restaurant
Halal Pakistani grill and fusion restaurant on Barking Rd, East Ham — tawa grills, biryani, lassi/juices, catering and delivery, open late.
fryzzy upton park
Trending independent Saudi-style broasted-chicken shop in Upton Park, known for its crispy broast and sauce-injected 'lava' chicken, with some order-accuracy and cooking gripes.
De Cafe Lounge & De biryani Lounge
Independent HMC-certified halal breakfast & biryani lounge on Barking Rd (E6) — Turkish/desi grills, all-day breakfasts with lamb donner, in a large clean space; friendly but occasional gripes on price and portions.
Firewood Smokehouse & BBQ
Independent halal American BBQ / smokehouse on Barking Rd (E6) over two rustic levels — brisket, dino ribs, smoked burgers and loaded fries; generous and smoky at its best, but flavour consistency and table service draw gripes.
Al Farooq Kebabish
Budget East Ham kebabish for halal burgers, wraps and grills; loyal fans on value but recurring hygiene gripes.
Hyderabad villa
Tiny, top-rated East Ham kitchen serving genuinely hard-to-find Telangana Muslim cooking — boti fry, bheja fry, Ankapur chicken and Hyderabadi biryani, all cooked fresh to order.
Flames
Family-run halal Turkish/Mediterranean peri-peri grill on Barking Road, likened to a superior Nando's for its chicken, lamb chops and mixed grills.
YAMIN CHINESE KING
Small Indo-Chinese spot in East Ham (E6) — bold street-food flavours and good-value combos, but plagued by very long waits and cramped seating.
Arabian kitchen
Small, great-value East Ham spot for Hyderabadi mandi and shawarma; a taste-of-home favourite though seating is congested.
Khudha Lagche
Small, cosy Bangladeshi restaurant in East Ham known for morogh pulao, grills and seasonal Iftar platters at friendly prices.
Motka
Roadside Bangladeshi 'deshi' street-food counter in East Ham serving signature clay-pot (motka) cheesy chicken; big flavours, budget prices and minimal seating.
Deshi Khana Gril & Restaurant
Independent Bangladeshi home-style grill & biryani house on Katherine Rd (E6) with dine-in, takeaway and delivery; regulars rate the biryani among East London's best, but hygiene and consistency complaints recur.
Lazish Biryani - Green Street
Popular new Pakistani biryani specialist on Plashet Grove, with a buzzy jummah-Friday queue and very affordable, well-rated chicken biryani.
Fancy Shawarma & Grill
Independent, budget-friendly Middle Eastern halal grill on Green Street (E6) — shawarma, falafel, iskender kebab, manesh and baklava; warm family welcome, with reviewers noting only that they can be stingy with sauces.
Lavish Bites
All-halal desi BBQ and breakfast spot on Green St/Upton Park, loved for BBQ chicken and peri-peri rice at budget prices, with occasional service gripes.
Mughlai Town
New, small Mughlai-Bangladeshi 'deshi' spot in East Ham doing live-cooked jhura beef and Mughlai paratha; praised for flavour but dogged by value and service complaints.
Forest Gate22 kitchens
Elvet Steakhouse London
Upmarket halal steakhouse in Forest Gate (E7) — ribeye, sirloin and wagyu with alcohol-free cocktails, a prayer room and a popular Ramadan iftar set menu; premium-priced but well-regarded for occasions.
Hyderabad Darbar
Long-running, very busy Hyderabadi restaurant on Green Street doing haleem, biryani and South Indian dishes in big portions — much-loved by regulars, though quality and an auto-added service charge draw complaints.
Khana Khazana (Halal Restaurant/ UptonPark)
Large halal Pakistani/North Indian restaurant and event/wedding venue on Green St, Upton Park — big menu, mocktails, busy but uneven service.
Pakhtoonkhwa Restaurant
Atmospheric Afghan/Persian restaurant with Bedouin-style booths and floor-cushion seating – fully halal, praised for Kabuli pulao, mixed grill and platters and warm, knowledgeable service.
Franzos Green Street
East London branch of the regional halal Franzos peri-peri chain on Green Street: burgers, wings and grilled chicken in a snug booth setting, with mixed reviews on consistency and cleanliness.
Zu's - Green Street
Fully-halal Turkish/Pakistani grill on Green Street (E7) — budget kebabs, mixed grills and curries, open late; food is liked but service and consistency draw repeated complaints.
Penang City UK
Tucked-away Malaysian restaurant with an open kitchen making fresh roti – authentic nasi lemak, beef rendang, satay and teh tarik; almost certainly halal, and busy enough that booking helps.
Roast & Co
Well-loved halal burger and kebab grill on Katherine Rd, Forest Gate (E7) — the lamb chops and lamb doner with masala chips are the signatures; portions and hype are high, but so are prices (wagyu ribs ~£25) and it gets busy/noisy.
Asian Khana
Hidden-gem Forest Gate Bangladeshi kitchen for duck curry, kala gosht and chalar roti; quiet, homely, wheelchair-accessible and great value.
Kitchen 37
Forest Gate grill/takeaway doing shawarma rice boxes, burgers and wings late into the night — a local favourite but with transparency and consistency gripes.
Tasty Treats
Forest Gate desi food counter (Tasty Treats) doing samosa chaat, biryani and chow mein by the tray for parties — quick friendly service (Shabita/Sabitha named), but several serious food-quality complaints.
Pizza Klub & Grill House Forest Gate
Independent pizza & grill house on Forest Gate's Woodgrange Rd (E7) doing budget half-chicken meals and cheap pizzas; likely fully halal (Muslim-area grill, no pork), though one review flags rude staff.
MBR AASHISH CHINESE KING
No-frills Indo-Chinese takeaway on Upton Lane (E7) serving street-style Manchurian, schezwan and Hakka noodles in a heavily halal area.
Velvets Cafe & Lounge
Fully-halal dessert cafe and shisha lounge in Forest Gate (E7) — waffles, cookie dough and milkshakes with premium shisha, cosy late-night vibe, no alcohol.
Pam Pam Diner
Tiny, TikTok-popular halal burger-and-fried-chicken diner – smash burgers, loaded fries and tikka-marinated chicken done well, but it's really a grab-and-go with very limited seating.
Haneed Corner
Family-run Somali kitchen in Forest Gate where the slow-cooked haneed lamb shank falls off the bone — big portions, warm 'brother' hospitality and standout value.
Madina Grill House
Under-the-radar Pakistani grill house on Upton Lane serving bargain-priced, home-style biryani, curries and mixed grills that punch above their price.
PERFECT PIZZA ( FOREST GATE )
Small Forest Gate (E7) pizza spot with a loyal local following – charred, fresh pizzas (incl. paneer), chicken strips and chocolate donuts; halal by area and menu though not explicitly stated.
Al-Harmain Restaurant
Beloved Forest Gate Somali/East-African kitchen; generous meat platters with complimentary soup and chai, warm family-run feel.
Maliks
Green Street Pakistani kebab/grill shop with a devoted regular for its fresh grill, but recent reviews raise serious freshness and hygiene concerns.
Lazeez
No-frills Bangladeshi kebab shop and biryani house on Upton Lane, warm owner but very uneven food quality across reviews.
Star Kebab & Pizza - Forestgate
Well-loved Forest Gate Turkish kebab-and-pizza spot doing halal doner, durum wraps and 'halal Papa Johns style' pizza with warm, friendly service.
Hackney Wick1 kitchen
Leyton21 kitchens
Saffron Kitchen
Big, very popular independent Indian/Pakistani restaurant on Lea Bridge Rd (E10) doing biryani, mixed grills, gosht and chaat for families; booking is advised, but reviews split on consistency, slow service and a noisy/awkward atmosphere.
Burnt Smokehouse
Popular halal American BBQ smokehouse in Leyton (beef brisket, ribs, no pork), open Wed-Sun, praised for its smoking, spacious cool room and warm, named-staff service; weekend lamb chops are a highlight.
Five Lads
East-London-rooted halal fried-chicken and burger group (Leyton branch) — loaded boxes, strips and burgers at budget prices, open late; loved by regulars for flavour and value, but hygiene and customer-service complaints recur.
Las Restaurant and Cafe
5-star-rated Somali restaurant in Leyton (with Italian-influenced pasta) — huge portions of tender lamb shoulder and suqaar, complimentary starters and standout hospitality.
Khan G Kababish London
Popular budget Pakistani kababish on Lea Bridge Rd with a downstairs function room, warm service and generous grills.
Branché London
Busy Leyton halal brunch and specialty-coffee spot (beef/lamb croissant instead of pork, no bacon) known for big breakfasts and dessert lattes; food praised, service occasionally patchy.
Karak Chaii Leyton
Leyton branch of the Karak Chaii desi chai & street-food cafe — chai, vada pav and naan melts, big on friendly counter service.
ZAXX - KOREAN KITCHEN
Owner-run Korean kitchen in Leyton (E10) — likely halal (no pork), warm host-led service and standout Korean fried chicken, bibimbap, tteokbokki and cheese corn dogs; ordering via kiosk/QR.
CRRAVE LEYTON
Independent halal American-style fast-food spot in Leyton — burgers, loaded fries, wings, doner and munch boxes, liked for juicy burgers, tidy presentation and polite service.
Bodrum Kitchen
Warm, family-friendly halal Turkish grill in Leyton doing Adana, pide and fresh oven pizza at budget prices, with generous complimentary bread, salad and tea.
Al Farooq Kebabish - Leyton
Long-standing Leyton kebab shop known for doner and its signature chilli sauce; delivery-focused, with recurring freshness complaints.
BBQ Express
Leyton desi BBQ/grill and fast-food takeaway (lamb kebabs, keema naan, tikka burgers) with delivery; affordable but with recurring complaints about consistency and owner attitude.
Mobeen Restaurant
Long-standing budget Pakistani counter spot in Leyton (originally on Green Street) famed for cheap biryani, kebab rolls and samosas - nostalgic but quality is inconsistent.
Kulan Restaurant
Halal Somali restaurant on Lea Bridge Rd praised for tender slow-cooked meat, suqaar and warm brotherly service.
Kebabish Original
Long-standing Pakistani kebab house on Leyton High Rd near the mosque, now drawing complaints of a quality slide under new management.
Flame & Frappe Leyton
Independent Leyton halal burger, grilled-chicken and wings spot known for thick milkshakes, generous portions and standout customer goodwill.
Pizza & BBQ - Leyton
Late-night halal pizza-and-BBQ takeaway in Leyton (E10) – fresh Italian-style pizzas (incl. Nutella), grilled BBQ meat and wings, strong value and a 5-star hygiene rating, bar the odd burnt pizza.
Wood & Flames
Small halal-style pizza, burger and fried-chicken spot on Leyton High Road (E10) — owner 'Zee' customises orders; strong local fanbase but pizzas/burgers divide opinion.
Lotus
Lea Bridge Road cafe-restaurant whose signature karak chai is a genuine local draw, alongside smash burgers and coffee.
Taj Grill Leyton
Leyton branch of Taj Grill — a desi charcoal-grill favourite for chicken grill, masala fish and lamb chops, with generous party portions and friendly named staff; no-blood/fully-cooked meat is a customer halal signal.
Gazali's
Budget Somali/East African restaurant serving fragrant basmati rice with tender roasted lamb and generous hospitality (free water and rice); also referenced by regulars as Barwaaqo.
Leytonstone5 kitchens
The Olive
Turkish/Mediterranean grill in Leytonstone (E11) — licensed (raki, wine), well-regarded mixed grills and salads, with outdoor seating and warm but occasionally uneven service.
Tazgi
Leytonstone Pakistani restaurant (Tazgi) with a real community feel — karahi, nihari, butter chicken and fresh naan/roti in generous portions at fair prices, with party bookings and parking outside.
Coffee Garden
Family-run halal café in Leytonstone with a covered rear garden — full English and Turkish breakfasts, brunch, menemen, kunafa and fresh juices, warmly regarded as a local hidden gem.
Tex bbqz
Leytonstone halal-style smokehouse/burger spot (Backyard BBQz / Tex bbqz) — pit-smoked chicken, wagyu and Angus smash burgers, lamb chops and Korean wings; near restaurant-quality with a couple of hit-and-miss items.
Shahs Halal Food - Leytonstone High Road
Leytonstone High Road (E11) branch of the Shahs Halal Food chain — all-halal chicken/lamb rice boxes; reviews split between warm praise for the food and complaints about order accuracy and service.
Manor Park4 kitchens
Taste of Hyderabad - EastHam
East Ham Hyderabadi kitchen doing juicy chicken mandi, dum/pot biryani and chicken 65 that reviewers say tastes like home; warm hospitality, though pricing and one slow service noted.
Chai Kadai East Ham
Popular Kerala/South Indian restaurant in East Ham known for unlimited meals, biryani and Malabar dishes, with a party hall for large gatherings and warmly praised service.
Hyderabadi Alfaham Mandi
Manor Park spot specialising in Arabian-style alfaham mandi and Hyderabadi biryani — generous, smoky platters when it's on song, but let down by pricing/portion disputes on deals and online orders.
Shahs Halal Food Romford Road
Romford Road (E12) branch of Shahs Halal Food, tagged halal_restaurant and open until 4am — chicken/lamb combos over rice or fries; a customer favourite though some flag oiliness and stingy salad.
Spitalfields & Brick Lane32 kitchens
Aladin Indian Restaurant - Brick Lane's Award-Winning Curry House
Iconic award-winning Brick Lane BYOB curry house; extensive Bangladeshi/Indian menu, halal meat, busy so booking advised.
Sheba Brick Lane - Awarded Best Curry House In UK
High-profile, licensed Bangladeshi/Indian curry house on Brick Lane (E1) with 8,500+ reviews — halal-meat kitchen that also serves beer and wine; strong on grills and shashlik but polarising on consistency and a 'tense' front-of-house.
City Spice - Voted Best Indian Restaurant on Brick Lane
Long-established Brick Lane curry house (Bangladeshi/Indian) with a big reputation for tandoori and classic curries in a bright, air-conditioned dining room — halal, with alcohol policy unconfirmed.
Masala Restaurant
Smart, long-standing Bangladeshi-Indian curry house on Brick Lane with a big vegetarian menu; the restaurant is licensed but the kitchen's meat is halal.
Bengal Village - Best of Brick Lane
Long-established, highly-rated Brick Lane Bangladeshi curry house (halal meat, licensed for Cobra beer) with a jungle-themed dining room, a full vegetarian menu and attentive all-Bangladeshi staff.
The Famous Curry Bazaar
Brick Lane Indian/Bangladeshi curry house (halal) known for samosas, lamb shashlik/chops, a novelty gas-mask-hot curry and standout mint sauce, with friendly named service; food occasionally called bland.
Muhib’s best in brick lane
Highly rated Brick Lane Bangladeshi-Indian curry house (The Fork deals, sizzlers, big veg/vegan options); meat is halal though the restaurant is licensed and runs free-beer promos.
Eastern Eye Balti House
Long-running, elegant halal Indian curry house on Brick Lane (E1) — balti, tandoori grills and biryani; repeatedly called one of the best on the street, with fast, welcoming service and good value.
The Standard Bricklane - Voted Best Indian In London 🇮🇳
Highly-rated Brick Lane (E1) Indian/Bangladeshi curry house — licensed, standout signature dishes (King Prawn Malabar, Calcutta Chicken Rezala), lively atmosphere and warm service.
Preem Brick Lane
Long-running, highly-rated Bangladeshi curry house on Brick Lane (E1) famed for warm hospitality (Mr Raj) and community spirit; halal meat but licensed — Cobra beer and free shots feature in reviews.
The Monsoon - Best Indian Restaurant & Takeaway
Long-standing Brick Lane (E1) Bangladeshi/Indian curry house — licensed, generous portions and an attentive owner, though curries can be hit-or-miss.
Graam Bangla
Inexpensive, home-style halal Bangladeshi restaurant near Brick Lane, prized for authentic bhortas, shatkora, khalabuna and fish curries served family-style on clay plates.
Taste of Jaipur
Brick Lane North Indian spot (with a veg-friendly menu) praised for butter chicken, mixed grill, prawns and fresh naan, plus attentive, recommendation-happy service.
Damascus Bite
Owner-run Syrian/Lebanese halal spot on Brick Lane — acclaimed chicken shawarma, falafel and hummus at budget prices, in a clean, artistic, bohemian room with famously warm hospitality.
MELI-MELO by Florent Fabulas
Ambitious halal fine-casual spot near Brick Lane blending French, steakhouse and burger cooking, with a basement prayer room, five-course Ramadan iftar menus and mocktails.
Meraz
Cosy, owner-run Bangladeshi-Indian curry house off Brick Lane, trading since 1974; a locals' hidden gem for lamb biryani and personal, owner-guided ordering.
Bahara - Indian Kitchen & Culture
Polished, creative Brick Lane Indian restaurant with a full cocktail bar (so licensed) and halal meat cuisine — standouts include lamb shank curry, keema naan and inventive dessert presentations.
Manjaros Restaurant Brick Lane
Brick Lane branch of the halal Manjaros chain (grills, burgers, Caribbean-influenced platters); other branches are well-loved but this one draws service, cleanliness and QR-ordering complaints.
Charista
Small independent Bangladeshi café and desi tea spot near Bethnal Green/Shoreditch — chaat, chai, biryani and chilli paneer served small-plate style with young, attentive staff and no alcohol.
Amar Gaon
Cafe-style Brick Lane Bangladeshi kitchen serving home-style bhortas and curries from a heated counter; affordable, warm, a 15-year local staple.
Shawarma
Tiny, cheap Lebanese/Middle-Eastern shawarma shop on Brick Lane (E1) — well-priced wraps with a cult following, though quality is inconsistent and the tired, cluttered interior draws recurring complaints.
Lebanese Express Grill Ltd
Lebanese/Middle-Eastern grill and kebab takeaway on Brick Lane, praised for fresh, generous shish and welcoming staff, with occasional undercooking and disorganisation complaints.
Sa7ra Stepney
Tiny, exceptionally-rated independent Moroccan restaurant on Cambridge Heath Rd, Stepney (E1) — the fall-off-the-bone lamb tagine, kofta/merguez skewers and mint tea, plus genuinely warm North-African hospitality, at unbeatable prices.
Sushi crunch
Halal-listed sushi spot near Brick Lane doing crunchy rolls, momos, dragon rolls and king-prawn dishes with frequent discounts and warm, top-notch service.
Brick Lane Kebab
Small, late-night Turkish kebab shop on Brick Lane (open into the early hours) with a friendly owner and good-value doner and kebabs; delivery portions occasionally disappoint.
Zaiqah Royale
Fully-halal Pakistani kitchen and caterer on Brick Lane (E1) — delivery/takeaway and corporate catering (butter chicken, biryani, canapé platters); newer listing, basement location is hard to find.
Ginboshi Sushi
Family-run, fully halal Burmese and Japanese restaurant — reputedly London's only fully halal Burmese kitchen — offering mohinga, coconut noodles and sushi at gentle prices.
Shahs Halal Food - Bricklane
Newest Shah's Halal Food shop on Brick Lane (E1) — the NYC-style halal-cart lamb/chicken platters in a sit-down space; staff (Haider, Daniel) get warm praise for a cool, welcoming vibe, though an early customer found the opening-week platter flavourless vs the street stalls.
Lamb Shank Hotspot
Delivery-first Somali spot on Brick Lane known for fall-off-the-bone lamb shank and a ferociously hot green sauce, but dogged by ordering and consistency issues.
Grill House Piri Piri
Halal piri-piri grill with well-priced, well-liked food (very limited review detail).
Grill Guys
Small, cheap halal chicken-and-chips grill — a no-frills hole-in-the-wall with well-liked, friendly owners (limited review detail).
The Real Mangal
Fully-halal Turkish mangal grill on Brick Lane (E1), ordering via Uber Eats — late-night hours, minimal public review signal so far.
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The Grill Stratford
Stratford halal grill/steakhouse (The Grill) with a modern, calm nasheed-playing ambience, homemade sauces and spice blends across steaks, grilled meats, burgers and desserts; service warm and generous, food mostly praised with an occasional off-day.
Steakout Stratford
Popular halal steakhouse in Stratford (Steakout chain) — beef and chicken steaks, platters, wings and peri-peri, with mocktails; consistency divides reviewers.
Al zayt Restaurant
Stratford Keralan-Arabic spot for mandi, biryani and shawarma; generous group portions, though service can be inconsistent.
HS & Co
Handsome halal steakhouse in Stratford grilling Irish beef, with a prayer room and private seating for niqab-wearing guests — big portions, a well-priced set menu and service reviewers name individually.
Indi-go Rasoi
Indian street-food and curry counter inside Westfield Stratford — chaat, biryani, momos and curries with clean surroundings, though reviews split sharply on freshness and pushy morning service. Halal status is unconfirmed.
O12 Bar & Grill Restaurant- Stratford, London
Stratford (E15) Nepali-led multi-cuisine bar and grill – carries a halal_restaurant tag but is a licensed sports bar serving beer and cocktails, so halal options sit alongside alcohol.
Sushi by Boba Tigers - Stratford
Halal-listed sushi, bao and bubble tea spot in Stratford's Grove/Westfield area — big varied menu, generous portions, accommodating staff and an outdoor terrace; family-friendly.
Rhythm Kitchen Stratford
Halal Caribbean concession in the Westfield Stratford (E20) world food court — curry goat, jerk chicken and rice & peas; generous and tasty but priced for the mall and criticised by purists for limited, mass-market variety.
Slice of Meat
Caribbean/steakhouse in the Stratford area — jerk chicken, beef ribs, jerk prawns and fruit mojitos with standout hospitality (staff member Adam repeatedly named); a minority feel portions are small and the hype overdone.
BABABOOM
Halal Turkish kebab counter in Westfield Stratford; well-seasoned chargrilled kebabs and flatbreads, though portions and wait times draw some gripes.
Kong Foo Wok (halal Chinese takeaway)
Halal Chinese takeaway in Leytonstone with a strong local following, generous portions and allergy-aware service.
Aroma Authentic Dum Biriyani
Quick-service Stratford spot for dum biryani and beef-porotta combos; affordable and fast, though some question its Kerala authenticity.
WA WA Wings - Westfield Stratford
Halal wings-and-fried-chicken counter in Westfield Stratford (E20) — reviewer-confirmed halal chicken, big flavour range, affordable, some limited seating.
Hardies Peri Peri
Halal peri-peri chicken counter in Stratford's 5 Continents food court — a former favourite that reviews now describe as declining, with shrinking portions and repeated complaints of rude service.
Shahs Halal Food Stratford
Stratford (E15) outlet of Shahs Halal Food, listed as a caterer/food-delivery service — chicken and lamb combos with green sauce; praised for staff (Naser) but older reviews flag skimpy meat portions.
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Kaffiend
Warmly-run Desi all-day breakfast & brunch cafe on Green St serving halal English/American/Desi breakfasts and karak chai.
Oodles Wok Green Street
Halal Chinese box-meal spot on Green Street (E13) – popular for spicy chips and noodles, but recurring gripes about seasoning consistency, front-of-house attitude and tired decor.
London Ribeye Steakhouse
Budget-priced E13 steakhouse with a Muslim clientele and Monday half-price deals; sharply divided reviews on steak execution and service.
Charminar Restaurant Green Street
Hyderabadi/Indian restaurant on Plashet Road, Green Street E13, praised for authentic biryani and desserts but with recurring front-of-house and wait-time complaints when busy.
Kohinoor Grill & Thrill
Cosy Turkish grill on Barking Rd, East Ham — well-regarded mixed grill platters, kind staff and a quiet, pleasant room.
Desi Palace Restaurant
Fully-halal South Indian / desi restaurant on Plashet Rd (E13) with online booking, known for biryani and family-style hospitality; some find portions small versus price and the front of house understaffed.
Bahar-e-Hyderabad
Tiny Hyderabadi biryani specialist in Plashet (E13) with rotating day-specific specials (Chicken Mandi, Lamb Tahari), best known as a takeaway for its biryanis at low prices.
Crusty's Pizza & Flame Peri Peri
Halal pizza and peri-peri takeaway in Plaistow (Green St, E13), open very late and on Just Eat/Uber Eats — divisive, with fans of the peri burger but recurring complaints about service and consistency.
Ranya Grill
Middle-Eastern shawarma and fresh-naan shop on Green St (E13) — the freshly-made naan (and naan pizzas) is the clear draw; shawarma and wraps get mixed reviews, and a £5 card minimum has annoyed some.
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Oodles Wok Walthamstow
Walthamstow (E17) branch of the halal Chinese box-meal chain – late-night, well-rated for salt-and-pepper chicken, spicy chips and noodles, with a loyalty app and friendly staff.
Chaiiwala
Walthamstow branch of the Chaiiwala desi tea-house chain — karak chai, desi breakfast, chaat and biryani in a spacious spot by the station, with quality that reviewers find inconsistent.
Yasar's Kitchen
Fully-halal Turkish kebab and grill in Walthamstow (E17) — budget-friendly, reviewers rate it among the best local kebabs, warm family-restaurant service with complimentary baklava.
Slamburger Walthamstow - Halal Burgers
Counter-serve halal burger spot in Walthamstow (halal_restaurant type, editorial: 'halal burgers') — juicy burgers, loaded fries and wings in generous, good-value portions; mostly friendly service with an isolated rudeness complaint.
NOUR
Elegant Middle-Eastern/Mediterranean brunch-and-grill restaurant in Walthamstow (E17) with a Muslim identity (mocktails only) – known for breakfasts, weekend roasts and meat sharing platters.
Side Street Walthamstow
Walthamstow American burger joint — smash and fried-chicken burgers (buffalo chick, stacker, brisket sando) with fresh fruit drinks; well-liked but with recent complaints about slipping consistency and portions.
Jungle Braai London
South African braai grill in Walthamstow doing flame-grilled steak, chicken and seafood platters in a small jungle-themed room — loved by many for food and value, but shadowed by a serious complaint of discriminatory treatment. Halal status not explicitly confirmed.
Mannoush Lebanese Restaurant
Small, long-standing Lebanese shawarma and grill on Walthamstow High Street — good value whole chicken and lamb shawarma at its best, but recent reviews flag undercooked chicken and slipping consistency.
Thainese Restaurant
Walthamstow halal-listed Thai-Malaysian-Chinese kitchen (Thainese) with a cult following for its soups, Nasi Goreng, sesame chicken and Teh Tarik; generous portions, great value and lovely service, and confirmed halal in reviews.
Mini Hiba
Recently renovated Palestinian-Lebanese spot in Walthamstow (part of Hiba Express) with heritage-styled decor, shawarma, coffee and a vegan menu; small and characterful.
Querky Cafe
Independent pork-free desi cafe on Walthamstow High St (E17, plus a Hoe St branch) known for karak chai and coffee, with a pork-free English breakfast (turkey bacon) and vegan/halal options; recently refurbished.
Band of Burgers Walthamstow
Walthamstow branch of the halal Band of Burgers chain (turkey bacon, no pork), doing Angus and chicken burgers with loaded fries — well-liked but with recurring portion/consistency gripes.
Franzos Walthamstow
Walthamstow branch of the halal Franzos peri-peri chain (also trading as 'The Athenian' on Deliveroo); praised for lamb chops and burgers but dogged by slow service and consistency complaints.
Smart Buns Walthamstow
Walthamstow fast-food burger spot popular with the local community — flame-grilled 'vopper' and spicy chicken burgers with excellent thin fries; one detailed review disputes the 'smash' branding and flags over-saucing and an artificial shake.
PAR LONDON - PAK AL REYAN RESTAURANT
Multi-format halal Pakistani/Middle-Eastern restaurant, cafe and food store (PAR) with a big menu – standout desi breakfast, samosa chaat and freshly-cooked food at affordable prices.
Smoke&Bones | Walthamstow
Walthamstow (Hoe Street) American smokehouse — ribs, brisket, the 'big smoke' burger and Korean loaded fries with well-praised smoking and friendly service; the main drawback is very limited bench seating and some portion complaints.
DNR17
Independent Turkish halal grill in Walthamstow (E17) with dine-in, takeaway and online ordering; bright, welcoming room and fresh-cooked food praised, but portion-versus-price and staff-conduct complaints recur.
Muku's HotPot
Fully halal, HMC-approved individual-pot Chinese hotpot in Walthamstow with unlimited all-you-can-eat pricing, a prayer space and owner-led hospitality; a cult local favourite.
Shah's Halal Food Walthamstow
Branch of the Shah's Halal Food chain on Walthamstow High St (E17), by the mall — chicken/lamb/kofta/fish/falafel over rice with white & green sauce; clean, accessible, popular with school kids and takeaway, praised for huge portions and value (manager Habib).
New Quattro
Walthamstow (E17) pizza-and-grill spot with a North African twist – fresh, made-to-order pizzas, doner and house-baked burger buns; almost certainly halal but not explicitly stated.
Biryani Master
Walthamstow halal biryani and desi kitchen (kebab rolls, curries, karak chai) at budget prices — generally well-liked but with recurring notes on meat quality and defensive complaint handling.
Smokeys BBQ
All-halal American BBQ restaurant (halal_restaurant type) — brisket, big stack burgers and tenders in a bright, clean, spacious room; largely positive though one review flags patchy sides, missing menu items and understaffing.
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Dilpasand Restaurant
Long-established, highly-rated halal Pakistani restaurant on Commercial Rd (E1) — curries, kebabs, biryani and karak chai plus mocktails; warm hospitality and it packs out fast, with occasional portion/consistency gripes.
Lahore Kebab House
Famous no-frills halal Pakistani kebab house near Whitechapel — legendary lamb chops and karahi, BYO with no corkage, cash only.
Simply Smashed - Quality Smash Burgers
All-halal smash-burger restaurant (halal_restaurant type) known for wagyu burgers and loaded fries, strong hospitality, and Ramadan-aware service that times orders to Iftar with free dates and water; a few off-day consistency complaints.
Needoo Grill
Whitechapel (E1) Punjabi/Pakistani grill in the Tayyabs mould – fully halal, BYO, celebrated for lamb chops, nihari and mixed grill, though consistency draws the odd sharp complaint.
X Baristas
Fully-halal brunch cafe on Whitechapel Road (E1) — reviewer-confirmed 'fully halal brunch', strong coffee, karak chai and cooked breakfasts; lively (sometimes loud) vibe.
Sahara Grill Whitechapel
Busy, well-regarded halal grill on New Rd, Whitechapel (E1) — steaks, lamb chops (ordered three times in one sitting) and buffalo/herbi wings, with attentive named service; a good all-rounder for family and casual meet-ups.
Maedah Grill
Big, spacious Turkish grill by East London Mosque with excellent-value lunch deals and an upstairs banqueting hall for weddings; a popular post-Friday-prayer family spot.
THE BURGER FIRM Whitechapel
Whitechapel halal smash-burger specialist (The Burger Firm) with an inventive stacked menu — 4x4 smash, chicken-loaded fry boxes, Thanos burger and dessert shakes; crispy fries a signature, but the tiny cramped space and price/cleanliness draw criticism.
Thai n Pie Stepney
Stepney Green halal-listed hybrid — Thai dishes, British pies and steaks, bakery and mocktails under one roof; food generally enjoyed but portions-for-price and cleanliness/consistency draw caveats.
Lahore One Restaurant
Long-running Pakistani tandoori restaurant on Commercial Rd (E1) — clean, spacious, BYO booze, friendly service and mostly good-value curries.
Feast and Mishti
Budget halal Bangladeshi buffet and mishti (sweet) house in Whitechapel with a takeaway sweet counter (jilebi, shingara) that steps up for Ramadan; big-group friendly but dogged by consistency, freshness and service complaints.
Spice Hut
Halal fast-food/takeaway outlet in Stepney (halal_restaurant type) — fried chicken/wings, kebabs, burgers and Indian curries — but a low 3.3 rating driven by recurring complaints of rude staff, poor hygiene, cold food and slow delivery.
Madison Steak & Grill
Large American-style steak & grill in E1 with a halal desi buffet and cocktails; big portions and TikTok buzz but very inconsistent food-quality and freshness complaints.
Naan Staap®
New Road (E1) branch of the Naan Staap chai-and-naan chain – fully halal, strong on Kashmiri pink tea and dessert naans, but reviews flag slow service and inconsistency.
Madina Grill
Established halal grill near East London Mosque with a prayer room downstairs, owner-led hospitality and a menu of steaks, burgers, ribs and desi-fusion; a touch pricey for some.
Damal
Independent Somali restaurant on Mile End Road — kabsa, mandi and shared lamb-and-rice platters in a relaxed, food-first room with a private room, though delivery accuracy draws complaints.
Mr Wong’s Wok & Box ️
Popular Mile End Chinese diner and takeaway doing create-your-own boxes, ramen and dynamite prawns, with halal options available and warm, regular-building service.
Halal Restaurant
Reputedly London's oldest Indian restaurant (est. pre-WWII), a timeless Aldgate institution serving classic North Indian curries and tandoori — fully halal food and now newly re-licensed for alcohol.
Mr. White’s English Chophouse London Whitechapel
Marco Pierre White-branded British chophouse inside Whitechapel's New Road Hotel serving all-halal steaks and Sunday roasts; food and service quality are inconsistent.
Zaiqa London
Pakistani/desi restaurant on Whitechapel Road (E1) specialising in nihari, mandi and thali — welcoming setting and warm service, but value and consistency divide reviewers.
Du'aa Diner
Trendy, Instagram-friendly halal diner opposite the East London Mosque in Whitechapel — burgers, lamb wraps, grills and mocktails over two floors; warm at its best, but food-temperature and hygiene complaints recur.
Burgers LDN - Aldgate
Cult halal burger stall down an Aldgate alley (knock on the red door), open late, famous for tenders, brisket and Tower burgers and a lineup of house-made sauces; takeaway only.
Baraka Eatery London
Halal eatery inside the London Muslim Centre in Whitechapel serving Indian and Middle Eastern dishes plus a juice bar; food is a mixed bag and service draws recurring complaints.
Smokin Wok
Halal Chinese takeaway with a devoted following — huge-portion wok dishes and standout egg/beef fried rice at low prices, open late, with exceptionally warm, generous service (birthday gifts, free extras).
FoodComa
Instagram-first soul-food/desi burger spot on Mile End Road famed for value boxes, naga-mayo burgers, loaded fries and huge portions, with some consistency wobbles.
Damal Banqueting
Somali/Middle-Eastern halal banqueting hall and restaurant on Mile End Road (sister to Damal) — whole-lamb platters, bariis and hilib in a spacious hall built for large family events, with veg/vegan options.
5 Akhis Whitechapel
New Whitechapel halal smash-burger and fried-chicken spot; loaded fries a standout but reviews split on consistency.
Shalamar Kebab House
Long-standing, budget Pakistani kebab house in Whitechapel (E1) — homely desi comfort food (kebab rolls, biryani, karahi, tikka) at rock-bottom prices, run by a welcoming owner.
Dragon's Den Oriental Kitchen
One of the very few fully-halal, HMC-certified Chinese kitchens in Whitechapel — tom yum, black bean specials and chow mein at budget prices with generous portions; a popular iftar destination.
Grillzbase
Mile End halal grill famous for its bargain combo feast (burger, grilled chicken, doner, lamb chop, rice, chips) and long-standing, owner-attended loyal following.
Makkah Grill
Budget halal fast-food shop on Whitechapel Road — very cheap pilau, wings and biryani, but dogged by freshness, hygiene and service complaints.
Cabin
Family-run (sisters) all-halal café in Stepney Green loved for hearty desi-inflected breakfasts, karak chai and house bakes in a small, warm, historical space.
Efes Gourmet
Independent Turkish halal kebab & grill near Aldgate (E1) with homemade bread and fresh salads; explicitly alcohol-free and set up for Muslim diners, though several reviewers find it pricey with small platters.
Ghost House
Owner-run halal fusion diner blending pan-Asian dishes (chow mein, pad thai) with smash burgers, in a striking themed interior with attentive service.
Korean Taste & More
New, small Korean spot on Cannon St Rd (E1) doing galbi, bibimbap and Korean fried chicken; halal status is unconfirmed and quality reads inconsistent.
Shah’s Halal Food Whitechapel
Shah's Halal Food outlet near Mount St, Whitechapel (E1) with an Afghan/Lebanese lean — chicken & rice with Afghan pilau flavour and green chutney, plus gyros; cheap and cheerful but with complaints about consistency, dropped menu items and no more NHS discount.
Big Dady's Halal
Late-night halal restaurant on Mile End Road with almost no online footprint (a single review, no text) — halal status signalled by its name, but most details need owner input.