Latest reviews in Acton, London, United Kingdom

Marks Take Away - by AliZebu

AliZebu — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:11:06 +0000

Review by AliZebu

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 8993 8311

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Marks Take-Away - by AliZebu

AliZebu — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:10:34 +0000

Review by AliZebu

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Canary Kebab House - by AliZebu

AliZebu — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:07:21 +0000

Review by AliZebu

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 8896 3807

Tags: kebabs

Canary Kebab House is one of many kebab outlets in this area and apparently one of the most popular judging on volume of custom on this humid May evening.

It is just off the Acton High Street with a garish orange lit sign - so it is hard to miss. The immediate impression upon entering the establishment is a favourable one. I was given a friendly greeting by the server who was quick to take my order which was a Mixed Kebab of Lamb Shish & Donner.
I ate in at no extra cost and before the plate arrived I had time to enjoy the jovial atmosphere as the employs joked with many of the patrons whilst maintaining very efficient service.

The plated Kebab was well presented with the meats on the lower portion and the salad around the top. The server asked me which sauce I would like and brought me 2 squeazy bottles to comply with my answer of Chilli & Garlic Sauces. The Lamb Shish was juicy but not very tender and hard to chew - but had a nice taste. The Donner was average, not too greasy or overly seasoned but nothing special. I would guess it was not a house made Donner roll from the generic taste. The Pita bread presented in a side basket was grilled just right and the salad was acceptable if a little plain with no dressing. The Chilli Sauce was MILD and tasted ketchup based. It was not to my particular tastes being somewhat sweet but not the worst I have had, having the bottles to myself meant I could try out a little first so it did not ruin the kebab. The Garlic Sauce was OK but again sweeter than usual.
'Acton Hill Kebab & Grill' who do a nice store-made Donner and fresh Chilli Sauce, is further along the High Street and are the only standout outlet I have thus far discovered in this area overpopulated by Kebab Shops.

When I went to the counter to pay I remarked to the guy who took my order that I had heard the sauce was hot he explained many customers said it was too hot so they now use a milder one. The kebab & a can of 7up (Â£4.50 + 50p) came to Â£5 which is good value in a way although I did not finish it as it was just so-so.

The food at Canary Kebab House is decidedly average at best which is a shame because the guys who work there really impressed me with their attitude.
A friendly, efficient & attentive manner made the relaxing yet upbeat time I spent there a memorable one. A deserved high mark of 9 out of 10 on that score, I just wish there was more I could compliment about the actual grub!Canary Kebab House is one of many kebab outlets in this area and apparently one of the most popular judging on volume of custom on this humid May evening.

It is just off the Acton High Street with a garish orange lit sign - so it is hard to miss. The immediate impression upon entering the establishment is a favourable one. I was given a friendly greeting by the server who was quick to take my order which was a Mixed Kebab of Lamb Shish & Donner.
I ate in at no extra cost and before the plate arrived I had time to enjoy the jovial atmosphere as the employs joked with many of the patrons whilst maintaining very efficient service.

The plated Kebab was well presented with the meats on the lower portion and the salad around the top. The server asked me which sauce I would like and brought me 2 squeazy bottles to comply with my answer of Chilli & Garlic Sauces. The Lamb Shish was juicy but not very tender and hard to chew - but had a nice taste. The Donner was average, not too greasy or overly seasoned but nothing special. I would guess it was not a house made Donner roll from the generic taste. The Pita bread presented in a side basket was grilled just right and the salad was acceptable if a little plain with no dressing. The Chilli Sauce was MILD and tasted ketchup based. It was not to my particular tastes being somewhat sweet but not the worst I have had, having the bottles to myself meant I could try out a little first so it did not ruin the kebab. The Garlic Sauce was OK but again sweeter than usual.
'Acton Hill Kebab & Grill' who do a nice store-made Donner and fresh Chilli Sauce, is further along the High Street and are the only standout outlet I have thus far discovered in this area overpopulated by Kebab Shops.

When I went to the counter to pay I remarked to the guy who took my order that I had heard the sauce was hot he explained many customers said it was too hot so they now use a milder one. The kebab & a can of 7up (Â£4.50 + 50p) came to Â£5 which is good value in a way although I did not finish it as it was just so-so.

The food at Canary Kebab House is decidedly average at best which is a shame because the guys who work there really impressed me with their attitude.
A friendly, efficient & attentive manner made the relaxing yet upbeat time I spent there a memorable one. A deserved high mark of 9 out of 10 on that score, I just wish there was more I could compliment about the actual grub!

CJ's Cafe - Family friendly fun place for supper by hja

hja — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:42:34 +0000

Review by hja

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8743 0695

Tags: malaysian, thai, good value

Fantastic family friendly restaurant - I specially loved the Gaeng massaman and banana fritters.
Fantastic family friendly restaurant - I specially loved the Gaeng massaman and banana fritters.

Horn Lane Kebabs & Burger House - Nothing to blow their own HORN at... by AliZebu

AliZebu — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:47:30 +0000

Review by AliZebu

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 8993 0949

Tags: kebabs

This is a small takeaway Kebab house with a small wall bench to eat in should you wish to.

On first impressions it seems a little dingy, on second impressions too, if the truth be told.

The staff are laid back and friendly enough in a relaxed way. When I walked in they were joking with a regular who was trying to haggle for a discount on his already cheap Cheeseburger meal deal!

The two spits of Donner looked equally unappetizing so I looked to the skewered meats.
The skewered Lamb Shish looked fatty and grey, in the end I opted for the chicken Shish. The pita was heated just right and the salad was about as average as you can get with the pickled chillies being overly bitter. The Chicken cubes themselves were quite bland in themselves and noticeably dry.

The Chilli Sauce was the best thing in the pita, hot, thick and savoury - not up there with the best but still so much better than sweet ketchup based ones.

Price wise they are cheap, but you are not getting good quality so the actual value is questionable.

I can't really recommend this place because of the apparent lack of cleanliness but it seems popular enough with certain locals.This is a small takeaway Kebab house with a small wall bench to eat in should you wish to.

On first impressions it seems a little dingy, on second impressions too, if the truth be told.

The staff are laid back and friendly enough in a relaxed way. When I walked in they were joking with a regular who was trying to haggle for a discount on his already cheap Cheeseburger meal deal!

The two spits of Donner looked equally unappetizing so I looked to the skewered meats.
The skewered Lamb Shish looked fatty and grey, in the end I opted for the chicken Shish. The pita was heated just right and the salad was about as average as you can get with the pickled chillies being overly bitter. The Chicken cubes themselves were quite bland in themselves and noticeably dry.

The Chilli Sauce was the best thing in the pita, hot, thick and savoury - not up there with the best but still so much better than sweet ketchup based ones.

Price wise they are cheap, but you are not getting good quality so the actual value is questionable.

I can't really recommend this place because of the apparent lack of cleanliness but it seems popular enough with certain locals.

Chorum Kebab House - Standard kebab house worth trying. by AliZebu

AliZebu — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:29:43 +0000

Review by AliZebu

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 8992 2155

Tags: kebabs

Chorum Kebabs is on Acton's High Street.
The first time I stopped here was a decision based on the fact that after walking along the High Street viewing many Kebab shops it was the only place that had a steel bowl of fresh Chilli sauce as opposed to the dreaded squirty bottle!

On aforementioned first visit I opted for a small Chicken Shish at Â£3.50 and was most impressed. The chicken breast was VERY well marinated making it the spiciest Chicken Shish I have thus far consumed. This was particularly pleasing to my own spicy tastes.

The Chilli sauce is a pleasant tasting medium hot one that is kept in the under counter chiller with the salad so is cold. I like it room temperature or even better heated in the Bain Marie. It is still a decent homemade sauce though. Salad wise, everything is fresh and they have both white & red cabbage. The salad seems a little plain so an extra dash of the lemon dressing is required. The Pita bread is fresh and served hot from the grill.

On my return trip a few days later I set out to try the Mixed Donner as the main server previously assured me both Lamb & Chicken Donners were made on the premises. I ordered the King Size mixed (Â£5) and they were not kidding - it was quite possibly the largest kebab I have ever seen and definitely the most I have eaten myself. It was served in a giant tortilla bread that was not the Village bread that Ocakbasi restaurants like 'Best Mangal' roll their kebabs in. I preferred this tortilla wrap (The server still referred to it as a Pita though!) to the floury Village flatbread and it was not closed properly to accommodate the huge amount of meat.
The Lamb Donner was tasty in that old style way - greasy but not overly so and better than average ordered in rolls although not quite as good as the more subtle store made lamb mince mix of 'Acton Hill'.
The Chicken Donner was decent but not as well marinated as their Chicken Shish so was overpowered by the Lamb.
I still managed to greedily devour every last bite aided by the amount of beer I had before and during this giant kebab.

The place itself is not particularly inviting in terms of dÃ©cor but you can eat in at no extra cost at the few small tables in the rear.

Service is very good, the staff know their business and are attentive, efficient & friendly.Chorum Kebabs is on Acton's High Street.
The first time I stopped here was a decision based on the fact that after walking along the High Street viewing many Kebab shops it was the only place that had a steel bowl of fresh Chilli sauce as opposed to the dreaded squirty bottle!

On aforementioned first visit I opted for a small Chicken Shish at Â£3.50 and was most impressed. The chicken breast was VERY well marinated making it the spiciest Chicken Shish I have thus far consumed. This was particularly pleasing to my own spicy tastes.

The Chilli sauce is a pleasant tasting medium hot one that is kept in the under counter chiller with the salad so is cold. I like it room temperature or even better heated in the Bain Marie. It is still a decent homemade sauce though. Salad wise, everything is fresh and they have both white & red cabbage. The salad seems a little plain so an extra dash of the lemon dressing is required. The Pita bread is fresh and served hot from the grill.

On my return trip a few days later I set out to try the Mixed Donner as the main server previously assured me both Lamb & Chicken Donners were made on the premises. I ordered the King Size mixed (Â£5) and they were not kidding - it was quite possibly the largest kebab I have ever seen and definitely the most I have eaten myself. It was served in a giant tortilla bread that was not the Village bread that Ocakbasi restaurants like 'Best Mangal' roll their kebabs in. I preferred this tortilla wrap (The server still referred to it as a Pita though!) to the floury Village flatbread and it was not closed properly to accommodate the huge amount of meat.
The Lamb Donner was tasty in that old style way - greasy but not overly so and better than average ordered in rolls although not quite as good as the more subtle store made lamb mince mix of 'Acton Hill'.
The Chicken Donner was decent but not as well marinated as their Chicken Shish so was overpowered by the Lamb.
I still managed to greedily devour every last bite aided by the amount of beer I had before and during this giant kebab.

The place itself is not particularly inviting in terms of dÃ©cor but you can eat in at no extra cost at the few small tables in the rear.

Service is very good, the staff know their business and are attentive, efficient & friendly.

Bridge Cafe - You've got to be joking by chaworth

chaworth — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:30:36 +0000

Review by chaworth

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 8992 2559

Tags: cosy, amazing brew, proper food

Forget 'The Apprentice' crowd, let's talk about the grub. This is quite possibly the worst fry-up I've ever had. There are much better greasy spoons on Northfields Avenue, Ealing. I won't be returning.Forget 'The Apprentice' crowd, let's talk about the grub. This is quite possibly the worst fry-up I've ever had. There are much better greasy spoons on Northfields Avenue, Ealing. I won't be returning.

Acton Hill Kebab & Grill - by AliZebu

AliZebu — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:42:43 +0000

Review by AliZebu

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8993 3122

Tags: kebabs

I live in Chiswick but go to Acton quite regularly just for the quality kebabs on offer here.
The Donners, both Lamb & Chicken take some beating. They are really up there with the BEST London places like Dionysus, Bosphorus & Crystal Kebabs.
The Shish & Kofte cannot be faulted either.I live in Chiswick but go to Acton quite regularly just for the quality kebabs on offer here.
The Donners, both Lamb & Chicken take some beating. They are really up there with the BEST London places like Dionysus, Bosphorus & Crystal Kebabs.
The Shish & Kofte cannot be faulted either.

The Rocket - by silvercloud

silvercloud — Mon, 11 May 2009 22:11:09 +0000

Review by silvercloud

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8993 6123

Tags: gastro pub, food, chilled

fantastic food and great venue with a fantastic atmoshpere, if your having a romantic night out try out here. you wont be dissapointed.fantastic food and great venue with a fantastic atmoshpere, if your having a romantic night out try out here. you wont be dissapointed.

Rasputin - barbara wilsher by 1946

1946 — Thu, 07 May 2009 16:16:05 +0000

Review by 1946

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8993 5802

Tags: eastern european, vegetarian dishes

but this resurant is no longer in buisness very sadbut this resurant is no longer in buisness very sad

The Talbot Inn - by 1946

1946 — Thu, 07 May 2009 16:12:01 +0000

Review by 1946

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 8992 8915

not a good placenot a good place

The George & The Dragon - Great pub to spend a few hours in by markym

markym — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 17:08:39 +0000

Review by markym

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8992 3712

Tags: live music, relaxed, food

Nice old pub, the oldest building in Acton in fact. They've got a great selection of beers, in the dark, cosy pub section, with a large dining area at the back serving excellent food.Nice old pub, the oldest building in Acton in fact. They've got a great selection of beers, in the dark, cosy pub section, with a large dining area at the back serving excellent food.

Sichuan Restaurant - by markym

markym — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:14:22 +0000

Review by markym

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8992 9473

Tags: takeaway, chinese, non-smoking area

Tasty authentic Chinese food!Tasty authentic Chinese food!

Mijori Korean Restaurant - Top rate food, excellent value for money by markym

markym — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:02:58 +0000

Review by markym

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8896 0202

Tags: korean, good value, cheap eat

Nice little restaurant, family run and very friendly. Amazing, fresh tasting food. The best Korean I've had in London, and very reasonably priced! You could have a good feed and a drink for about a tenner.Nice little restaurant, family run and very friendly. Amazing, fresh tasting food. The best Korean I've had in London, and very reasonably priced! You could have a good feed and a drink for about a tenner.

Thai Beach Restaurant - Thai Beach refurb!! by Snowy01

Snowy01 — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:06:53 +0000

Review by Snowy01

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8749 9414

Tags: thai, romantic, takeaway

This thai restaurant has recently been refurbished!! It now looks wonderful and has a lovely ambience!

Would recommend going there anytime - they are now open for lunch (special lunch deal) and dinner!

Enjoy!!This thai restaurant has recently been refurbished!! It now looks wonderful and has a lovely ambience!

Would recommend going there anytime - they are now open for lunch (special lunch deal) and dinner!

Enjoy!!

Hitt Oak - by Tyemas

Tyemas — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:57:06 +0000

Review by Tyemas

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8896 1900

The best selection of the real solid and engineered oak, walnut hardwood flooring in west London area!! For very competitive pricesThe best selection of the real solid and engineered oak, walnut hardwood flooring in west London area!! For very competitive prices

Paulo's Cafe - Post Friday Night Nutrition by Dharminder

Dharminder — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:52:14 +0000

Review by Dharminder

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8740 0591

Tags: cosy, crowded, good brew

This place is actually called Paulo's Cafe now. So imagine the scene. Slightly (understatement) hungover, a few hours sleep, and a long journey up north lies ahead. What do you need? A classic fry up. This place was awesome, quiet when me and a mate turned up, but then filled up quickly (around 10am). Great cumberland sausages. The owner (Paulo i assume) and his mrs were extremely lively and sure brightened up the place. Great selection of morning papers too.

Hit the spot re. my recovery. As Jim Bowen would say "super smashing great!"This place is actually called Paulo's Cafe now. So imagine the scene. Slightly (understatement) hungover, a few hours sleep, and a long journey up north lies ahead. What do you need? A classic fry up. This place was awesome, quiet when me and a mate turned up, but then filled up quickly (around 10am). Great cumberland sausages. The owner (Paulo i assume) and his mrs were extremely lively and sure brightened up the place. Great selection of morning papers too.

Hit the spot re. my recovery. As Jim Bowen would say "super smashing great!"

Chicken Spot - by cookiemonster11

cookiemonster11 — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 21:22:05 +0000

Review by cookiemonster11

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8896 0220

Tags: chicken / ribs

This place was awsome the food was so tasty and the sevrice BIRLLENT! Whoever loves chicken and it is also a very good price!This place was awsome the food was so tasty and the sevrice BIRLLENT! Whoever loves chicken and it is also a very good price!

Pizza Babylon - Loyalty means nothing to this place ! by strat

strat — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 22:31:54 +0000

Review by strat

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 8896 1191

Tags: pizza

We have used Babylon Pizza for many years now and rang for a delivery tonight to order under £10 (their takeaway menu states that if you call before midnight they have a minimum delivery of £6) even though we are loyal customers (but apparently they don't care about this) - we have been told that they have to charge extra for delivery due to adverse weather conditions - I can understand this if someone has never used them before but we've been using them for over 4 years and we know that when you call them they have a record of this so think our loyalty might be worth something. All we got was rudeness and the phone put down in our ear - we will now never use them again, so much for loyalty - hopefully the credit crunch will get such a rude establishment (if you can call it that) !We have used Babylon Pizza for many years now and rang for a delivery tonight to order under £10 (their takeaway menu states that if you call before midnight they have a minimum delivery of £6) even though we are loyal customers (but apparently they don't care about this) - we have been told that they have to charge extra for delivery due to adverse weather conditions - I can understand this if someone has never used them before but we've been using them for over 4 years and we know that when you call them they have a record of this so think our loyalty might be worth something. All we got was rudeness and the phone put down in our ear - we will now never use them again, so much for loyalty - hopefully the credit crunch will get such a rude establishment (if you can call it that) !

Bush Hall - Bush Hall is great by NathalieBristow

NathalieBristow — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 20:36:20 +0000

Review by NathalieBristow

Rating: 5.00

Tags: live music, cool, relaxed

Everything about Bush Hall is wonderful. The gigs, the bar, the music school next door, it is also a great place for a party too. It is a historic gem, old dance hall which is lovingly used for great events and gigs. It is the best thing in Shepherds Bush.Everything about Bush Hall is wonderful. The gigs, the bar, the music school next door, it is also a great place for a party too. It is a historic gem, old dance hall which is lovingly used for great events and gigs. It is the best thing in Shepherds Bush.

Latest reviews in Acton, London, United Kingdom

Marks Take Away - by AliZebu

Marks Take-Away - by AliZebu

Canary Kebab House - by AliZebu

CJ's Cafe - Family friendly fun place for supper by hja

Horn Lane Kebabs & Burger House - Nothing to blow their own HORN at... by AliZebu

Chorum Kebab House - Standard kebab house worth trying. by AliZebu

Bridge Cafe - You've got to be joking by chaworth

Acton Hill Kebab & Grill - by AliZebu

The Rocket - by silvercloud

Rasputin - barbara wilsher by 1946

The Talbot Inn - by 1946

The George & The Dragon - Great pub to spend a few hours in by markym

Sichuan Restaurant - by markym

Mijori Korean Restaurant - Top rate food, excellent value for money by markym

Thai Beach Restaurant - **Thai Beach refurb!!** by Snowy01

Hitt Oak - by Tyemas

Paulo's Cafe - Post Friday Night Nutrition by Dharminder

Chicken Spot - by cookiemonster11

Pizza Babylon - Loyalty means nothing to this place ! by strat

Bush Hall - Bush Hall is great by NathalieBristow

Thai Beach Restaurant - Thai Beach refurb!! by Snowy01