Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in East London
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Updated May 05, 2026
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About the restaurant
The Water House Project is open for dinner Wednesday - Saturday 7pm and lunch on Saturday & Sunday at 1pm. Founded by Chef Gabriel Waterhouse and Patricia Wakaimba, each service comprises exclusively of a single tasting menu with guests served at the same time. Our doors are open 15 minutes before if you wish to arrive early.
Discovery Menu – £100
Typically 11 servings
Alcoholic pairings - £60
Mixed pairings - £55
Non alcoholic pairings - £45
Available: Wednesday at 7pm, Saturday & Sunday lunch at 1pm
Our Discovery Menu offers a carefully curated selection of seasonal dishes
Signature Menu – £125
Typically 14 servings
Alcoholic pairings - £75
Mixed pairings - £60
Non alcoholic pairings - £50
Available: Thursday – Saturday at 7pm
The Signature Menu is a full expression of our seasonal philosophy
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Matt
Dined on May 16, 2026
About the restaurant
Welcome to BEHIND. We are an intimate 1 Michelin star fish-focused tasting menu restaurant run by chef Andy Beynon. Situated on the edge of London Fields, Hackney, BEHIND has 18 kitchen-table seats for lunch and dinner sittings, as well as a relaxed wine bar. BEHIND is Andy Beynon’s first restaurant, opened in October 2020. After just 20 days’ trading it was awarded its first Michelin Star. Andy spent 15 years working in some of the best Michelin star restaurants in the country, including with chefs Claude Bosi, Phil Howard and Michael Wignall.
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steven
Dined 7 days ago
About the restaurant
Tempo is a new-wave Asian eatery and wine bar set beneath the railway arches in Bethnal Green. The menu reflects Chef Eric Wan’s Chinese-Vietnamese heritage - bold, punchy plates designed for sharing, cooked in our open kitchen with a seasonal, flavour-led approach.Wine sits at the centre of the table. Curated by Dan Long, Isobel McFadden and Olivia Corrigan, the list moves from easy drinking to more adventurous bottles, alongside a rotating by-the-glass selection. Tell us what you’re in the mood for - we’ll take it from there.
Relaxed yet considered.
Settle in and move at your own tempo.
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Lucy
Dined on May 19, 2026
About the restaurant
Serving the local community since 1840, The Travellers Friend, known by locals as The Spivs, has been central to Woodford Green for almost 200 years.Steeped in tradition with a modern twist, our pub is a place where locals and visitors alike come to enjoy great food, fine ales, beers and wine, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Whether you’re here for a cozy pint or a hearty meal, you’ll find a true taste of Woodford Green’s heritage at The Travellers Friend. We take pride in serving a menu that blends traditional pub classics with modern flavors. Our hearty dishes are crafted from fresh ingredients, ensuring every bite is packed with quality and taste.
Indulge in our pub classics like hand-battered fish and chips, steak & ale pie, grill specials and our signature burgers, and for those looking to share or sample, our small plates offer a variety of tempting options.
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corrina
Dined 2 days ago
About the restaurant
Smith's of Wapping is located on the River Thames with fantastic views of Tower Bridge and The Shard.Smith's, famous for fish, was initially established in 1958 and today offers fine dining facilities.
Monday to Saturday , Lunch is served from 12pm until 230pm.
PLEASE NOTE The Restaurant & Bar closes at 5pm.
Monday to Thursday, Dinner is served from 5.30pm until 9pm (Last orders called at 11.30pm).
On Fridays, Dinner is served from 5.30pm until 9.30pm (Last orders called at 11.30pm).
On Saturdays, Dinner is served from 5.30pm until 9.45pm (Last orders called at 11.30pm).
On Sundays we are open from 12pm until 3.30pm for Lunch
And 6pm until 10pm (last seating time 8.30pm) for Dinner.
Should you not find the time that you are looking for, please contact the restaurant directly as there may be availability.
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David
Dined 2 days ago
About the restaurant
Tiella Trattoria & Bar is chef Dara Klein's debut restaurant, housed in a 170 year old former Victorian pub on London's iconic Columbia Road. Tiella is an homage to Dara's parents trattoria that she was raised in, Maria Pia's. Drawing on her Pugliese heritage and her upbringing in Emilia-Romagna, Dara's cooking focuses on regional specialities that change with the seasons. You can expect hand rolled pasta, unctuous braises and the best of both Italian and English produce. There is a 30 cover dining room which you can book, a 15 cover bar which is walk in only and a spacious outdoor terrace. Tiella started as a kitchen residency at The Compton Arms pub, which ran for two years, building a loyal following and acclaim, including a listing in The Good Food Guide and the National Gastropub Awards. Tiella's new permanent site has a buzzy atmosphere with an open plan kitchen, plenty of natural light and beautiful wood panelling throughout.
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Caroline
Dined on May 19, 2026
About the restaurant
Relaxed and friendly local set on the canal towpath on Fish Island, East London. Serving a seasonal menu of British and Irish food, coffee and drinks. Dog friendly. Outdoor seating.Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and Sunday lunch. Evenings from Summer.
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Noelle
Dined on May 22, 2026
About the restaurant
British Bistro, situated in a beautiful Victorian building, offers a relaxed, thoughtful & personal dining experience, providing value for money found nowhere else!The restaurant is produce-driven; we work with the very best producers & suppliers in the UK.
The drinks list, has a strong focus on drinks with low-intervention production methods. These are wines, cider & beers that are full of life & represent the way we feel all agricultural products should be made, farmed or reared: with a focus on respect - towards the natural environment and everyone involved in the process.
Walk-Ins welcome
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David
Dined 3 days ago
About the restaurant
Cafe Spice Namaste is back, re-emerging bolder and better than we ever were. Expect many of the Indian culinary classics from the incomparable Cyrus Todiwala, but also some unexpected treats. We are a vibrant neighbourhood restaurant now, perched at the edge of Royal Albert Wharf in the famous Docklands, and we welcome the world to our new home.We commit to using the best local British produce wherever possible, and always the freshest ingredients. We are proud of our carefully selected, responsible suppliers.
Café Spice Namasté hold the coveted Michelin BIB Gourmand for 21 years, and are pioneers in the UK hospitality industry's campaign for the environment and sustainability."
At Café Spice Namasté, you are always welcome!
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bliss
Dined on May 8, 2026
About the restaurant
Welcome to Da Terra.Opening in January of 2019, Da Terra earned its first Michelin star after only 8 months. Following a very eventful 2020, the restaurant was then awarded its second star in the Michelin guide of 2021.
Da Terra is based on the idea of where we come from; our roots. It’s our relationships with the soil, nature, knowledge and people that bring us together.
Located inside the landmark Edwardian Town Hall Hotel, the dining room and lounge boast an elegant and contemporary look.
Chef Rafael Cagali is of Brazilian and Italian origins, and these influences intertwine in a skilful and playfully crafted menu founded on these countries’ traditions as well as his international experiences.
The intricately presented dishes are a symphony of flavours, deeply personal and comforting. The resulting cuisine showcases Cagali’s experimental style paired with world-class wines.
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William
Dined 7 days ago
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