Best Authentic Restaurants in Waltham Cross

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BroxbourneEast LondonHertsmereHighams ParkLoughtonNorth London

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BarnetBermondseyBounds Green/Wood GreenBroxbourneClaptonCrouch End

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1. Laila

4.8

Exceptional(19)

$$$$

• Turkish • Waltham Cross

Booked 3 times today

Authentic Turkish & Mediterranean Restaurant in CheshuntWelcome to Laila Kitchen, the home of authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine in Cheshunt, Waltham Cross. Whether you’re craving a satisfying lunch special, or a charcoal-grilled feast, our menu offers something for everyone.From freshly made cold and hot appetizers to sizzling charcoal grills, gourmet burgers, and seafood platters, every dish is crafted using the finest ingredients and traditional recipes.

2. Farang London

4.6

Exceptional(849)

$$$$

• Thai • Highbury/Islington

Booked 18 times today

Farang London is considered authentic by many because of its unique and flavorful dishes, as quoted from multiple reviews. Chef Sebby Holmes, who has traded at street food markets in London, brought his passion and skills to the restaurant. He has been recognized by the Thai select award from the UK Thai Embassy and has received a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand for four consecutive years. Patrons mention the food as 'flavoursome', 'authentic', and 'exquisite', praising the unique ingredients and the familiar yet unique dishes.

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3. Marcus Kitchen & Bar

4.9

Exceptional(737)

$$$$

• Italian • Enfield

Booked 5 times today

Top 100 restaurant in UK 2024 (Open Table annual list)The Italian Awards 2025Best Italian restaurant in the South & East of England Award Winner The Italian Awards 2026Best Restaurant in London: Top 3 finalistsBest Chef UK: Top 3 finalists - Marco GuarinoAt Marcus Kitchen & Bar we believe in tradition. Here you will discover an eclectic mix of typical Neapolitan and Southern Italy recipes and exclusives creations produced with the best ingredients by our chef, served with the same love as "mamma" would have done.We invite you to dive deep into our culture.Enjoy the real Italian experience in Enfield Town.

4. Nonna’s Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(145)

$$$$

• Italian • Broxbourne

Booked 14 times today

Founded by Joe Ricotta in 2012, NONNA’S KITCHEN began with an idea that would bring generations of families together to enjoy traditional Sicilian food in the heart of our home town in the UK. Nonna’s is a family run business which prides itself on sourcing the highest quality ingredients to ensure the best flavours for our customers. As you may know Nonna’s Kitchen translated means Grandmother’s Kitchen. As a Sicilian family we wanted to create a little bit of Sicily right here in the UK by bringing together all of our Nonna’s traditional Sicilian recipes.

A photo of Arte Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria restaurant

5. Arte Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria

4.8

Exceptional(128)

$$$$

• Italian • Enfield

Booked 4 times today

At Arte Pizza Restaurant you will enjoy a proper Le Marche tradition! With over 25 years of experience with our first Arte Pizza in our hometown Ancona, our awarded Master Pizzaiolo and his wife, proudly bring to London a selection of high quality products from Le Marche region, in central Italy since 2017. Our restaurant offers cozy and romantic atmosphere, bringing the best high-quality Italian ingredients.From handmade pizzas to delicious homemade pastas. We bring to London mostly wines from our hometown region Le Marche, with grape varieties such as Verdicchio, Pecorino and Passerina for whites and Montepulciano and Sangiovese for reds and as well fine wines from other Italian regions. You will also find excellent and traditional products such as the well-known Distilleria Varnelli, from Macerata; and the famous Borghetti, from Ancona; a classic Italian liqueur made from real espresso coffee.Come and taste a remarkable Marche evening!

6. Tollington's

4.7

Exceptional(202)

$$$$

• Fish • Holloway

Booked 15 times today

A small fish restaurant from the Four Legs team (The Plimsoll). A love letter to Spain and Portugal and the inspiration for all of the wet rice dishes now found across menus in the city. Viva la Inspiración. Tired of the loosely French inspired humdrum of restaurants popping up across the city of London? Do you like holidays? Do you like cold drinks and warm service? If you've answered yes to one or more of these then perhaps Tollington's can refresh both your palate and mind.The idea came from a mirror in an antiques market and a love for a more informal approach to dining, the result a chippy in North London with church pews bolted to the walls to be leaned on and eaten from. The focus is on fish but the menu transcends just fish, leaving no stone unturned in the never ending quest for flavour. In the warmer months the pavement becomes alive with customers and the food reflects the weather. In winter people huddle indoors and enjoy the heartier mountain foods of Iberia.

A photo of Dilara Uyghur Restaurant restaurant

7. Dilara Uyghur Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(5)

$$$$

• Central Asian • Finsbury Park

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Dilara! In Uyghur, Dilara means “She who delights the heart” This name embodies our mission: to offer warmth, comfort and joy through every dish we serve. At Dilara, we’re more than just a restaurant; we’re a family. Our kitchen is a symphony of generations—parentsinfusing traditional recipes with love, children bringing fresh perspectives and siblings working side by side.Each plate is a testament to our heritage, prepared with hands that have kneaded dough, stirred pots, and tended grills not just for business, but for the love of sharing our culture. In an era where dining can feel impersonal and mechanized, we strive to create an experience that’scomplete and genuine. Here, you’re not just a customer; you’re a cherished guest at our family table. Thank you for joining us. May your time here be filled with warmth, delicious flavors and the feeling of home.

8. Dalston Jazz Bar

4.4

Awesome(213)

$$$$

• Seafood • Dalston

Booked 2 times today

“A stones throw away from Dalston Kingsland Station you will find The Dalston Jazz Bar. It’s a full on restaurant up until 10 PM. They serve an array of fresh seafood as well as yummy beer from a local brewery and cocktails. The live band plays throughout the night with a few breaks. On Fridays and Saturdays, after 10 PM, they clear all tables and chairs to create a dance floor and this place then really starts to rock! We don't do vegan or vegetarian food. We specialise in fish.Please note: We do not have vegetarian food.

9. Little Mercies

4.9

Exceptional(78)

$$$$

• Contemporary British • Crouch End

Booked 3 times today

Little Mercies is a multi award wining local neighbourhood restaurant and bar, serving delicious cocktails and playful seasonal small plates.Winner of UK's most sustainable bar 5 timesMoro Margarita - Distilled House Preserved Blood Orange, Volcán Blanco Tequila, Blood Orange Salt"Snickers" Old Fashioned - Peanut Butter, Cacao Nib, Salted Chocolate, Evan Williams Bourbon

10. AUN

4.7

Exceptional(263)

$$$$

• Japanese • Stoke Newington

Booked 2 times today

Launched in October 2017, AUN is a small, independent restaurant bringing the Japanese concept of ‘wakon yosai’ to the heart of Stoke Newington.This idea of learning western techniques without losing a Japanese spirit translates as imaginatively presented dishes that create delicious Japanese flavours using European ingredients alongside traditional ones.

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Emma
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is the best restaurant in Enfield and actually the best Italian restaurant I’ve eaten at outside of Italy! The owners are amazing!
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Marcus Kitchen & Bar££££• Italian• Enfield
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4.9
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John
Hertfordshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
First time at the restaurant, 100% not the last 1: Food, EXCELLENT. 2: Staff, EXCELLENT. 3: Service, EXCELLENT. 4: Ambience, EXCELLENT. I don't think I can say any more.
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Nonna’s Kitchen££££• Italian• Broxbourne
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4.6
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Livia
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2026
OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! is how my friend described her first experience at Farang London! She added , “I’ll be back for more”. Don’t hesitate GO! But beware, you might never want to eat Thai food anywhere else afterwards. We had the prawn and the chicken curry for mains and the miang bites for starters - A true intergalactic explosion in the month flavoured with 22 different ingredients! You have been warned!
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Farang London££££• Thai• Highbury/Islington
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4.6
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Alex
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2026
Had a really great time, came here as a large group of 10 and everyone loved it. friendly service and fantastic food, the big plate chicken, lamb skewers & the aubergine were the favourites. would definitely recommend this restaurant & will hopefully be back again.
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Dilara Uyghur Restaurant££££• Central Asian• Finsbury Park
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4.7
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eriselda
Hertfordshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 10, 2026
The service, staff and overall experience at Laila is just outstanding. Every time i have plans its the first place i think of going to!! Couldnt recommend it more
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Laila££££• Turkish• Waltham Cross
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4.8

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