Latest reviews in Ealing, London, United Kingdom

Gourmet Burger Kitchen - Gourmet Burger Kitchen by miffy

miffy — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:58:31 +0000

Review by miffy

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 8998 0392

Website: http://www.gbkinfo.co.uk

Though small the gourmet burger kitchen is within easy reach of every bus that goes through ealing and the train station if you are coming from further a field to enjoy the food here. Of course a place like this in ealing is bound to attract families from around the area and I can see why. The food is definitely child friendly but this is not mac donalds or burger king and the more sophisticated side of gourmet burger makes it popular with parents and young professionals alike. The food is delicious and very varied with plenty to choose from on your burner. The decor is comfortable but modern and attractive and in summer the front disappears meaning, though small and crowded it is not stuffy and hot. Looking for food in ealing? try here!Though small the gourmet burger kitchen is within easy reach of every bus that goes through ealing and the train station if you are coming from further a field to enjoy the food here. Of course a place like this in ealing is bound to attract families from around the area and I can see why. The food is definitely child friendly but this is not mac donalds or burger king and the more sophisticated side of gourmet burger makes it popular with parents and young professionals alike. The food is delicious and very varied with plenty to choose from on your burner. The decor is comfortable but modern and attractive and in summer the front disappears meaning, though small and crowded it is not stuffy and hot. Looking for food in ealing? try here!

The Kiwi Kitchen - Great by andrewl

andrewl — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 07:26:00 +0000

Review by andrewl

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7610 1972

Website: http://www.thekiwikitchen.co.uk

Tags: good value, relaxed, lively

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Edward's - One of the cheeriest places to have a drink in W5 by neena_k

neena_k — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:22:22 +0000

Review by neena_k

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8567 9438

Website: http://www.mbplc.com/index.asp?pageid=479&frame=yes&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Eviamichelin%2Ecom%2Fb2b2c

Tags: cool, relaxed, posh

I've been drinking here for over 10 years. It's been through many changes in the last 2 years and they're mostly for the better. It used to get packed to the rafters and rather uncomfortable as you couldn't even move, let alone dance till 1am or get served. Nowadays they're a lot more selective about who they let in and it doesn't get as crowded. It's definitely one of the cheapest places to drink in the area and the DJ plays some fabulous music to get everyone's feet tapping and now the bar is operating more smoothly as there are millions of people screaming to get served. Their cocktails are great and very reasonably priced and I've always found the bar staff to be efficient as long as you're polite to them. I'd even go as far as to say the bar staff are the most cheerful in Ealing!

The door staff are polite and friendly and enforce the ID rule with everyone, unless they're regulars - once they get to know you, they don't bother asking for ID.

My only complaint about this place is that the toilets need repairing - there are 3 ladies toilets and there's often 2 of them out of order at the same time which can be a nightmare at the weekend! I've been drinking here for over 10 years. It's been through many changes in the last 2 years and they're mostly for the better. It used to get packed to the rafters and rather uncomfortable as you couldn't even move, let alone dance till 1am or get served. Nowadays they're a lot more selective about who they let in and it doesn't get as crowded. It's definitely one of the cheapest places to drink in the area and the DJ plays some fabulous music to get everyone's feet tapping and now the bar is operating more smoothly as there are millions of people screaming to get served. Their cocktails are great and very reasonably priced and I've always found the bar staff to be efficient as long as you're polite to them. I'd even go as far as to say the bar staff are the most cheerful in Ealing!

The door staff are polite and friendly and enforce the ID rule with everyone, unless they're regulars - once they get to know you, they don't bother asking for ID.

My only complaint about this place is that the toilets need repairing - there are 3 ladies toilets and there's often 2 of them out of order at the same time which can be a nightmare at the weekend!

Barracuda - Watch out for the real Barracuda by neena_k

neena_k — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:07:03 +0000

Review by neena_k

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 8579 8632

Tags: dj, hip-hop, house

It used to be cheap and cheerful; now it's neither cheap nor cheerful.

They closed earlier this year (2008) for refurbishment and reopened looking basically as tatty as it was before with a few drapes added to make it look a bit different! Now they even change the drinks prices during the evening to suit themselves!

The owners are a couple (Frank and Sylvia De Souza?) - he collects money at the door and their door prices change with the wind and she (the "barracuda" of my title) works the bar. When I say "works" she basically stands around ordering the staff around like they're something nasty on the bottom of her shoe and she treats the customers even worse.

The last few times I've been there, there have hardly been any customers in there (maybe 12-15 people in total); they're always short-staffed (staff regularly walk out because the woman owner treats them so poorly) and customers have to wait so long to get served that they get bored and walk out, going to Priory a few doors away or The Boulevard around the corner.

I have been going there for well over a decade but my visits there are down to less than once in 6 months now - a big thumbs down from me. Maybe I'll stop going there full stop. They seem to think they can run a business without any customers as they're just too rude to the few they have left!

Oh and the DJ has been there for years and he just plays the same records now as he has been doing for over 10 years! Give the man a budget to buy some new tracks!

I can't give any rating honestly for ambience as there really is none there. The crowd is friendly but the management are certainly not...It used to be cheap and cheerful; now it's neither cheap nor cheerful.

They closed earlier this year (2008) for refurbishment and reopened looking basically as tatty as it was before with a few drapes added to make it look a bit different! Now they even change the drinks prices during the evening to suit themselves!

The owners are a couple (Frank and Sylvia De Souza?) - he collects money at the door and their door prices change with the wind and she (the "barracuda" of my title) works the bar. When I say "works" she basically stands around ordering the staff around like they're something nasty on the bottom of her shoe and she treats the customers even worse.

The last few times I've been there, there have hardly been any customers in there (maybe 12-15 people in total); they're always short-staffed (staff regularly walk out because the woman owner treats them so poorly) and customers have to wait so long to get served that they get bored and walk out, going to Priory a few doors away or The Boulevard around the corner.

I have been going there for well over a decade but my visits there are down to less than once in 6 months now - a big thumbs down from me. Maybe I'll stop going there full stop. They seem to think they can run a business without any customers as they're just too rude to the few they have left!

Oh and the DJ has been there for years and he just plays the same records now as he has been doing for over 10 years! Give the man a budget to buy some new tracks!

I can't give any rating honestly for ambience as there really is none there. The crowd is friendly but the management are certainly not...

Wine & Mousaka - Expensive and below average. by JonFistikis

JonFistikis — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:37:41 +0000

Review by JonFistikis

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 8997 0287

Tags: greek, expensive, vegetarian dishes

An unfair representation of what Greek food is all about.

How they have remained in business is a mystery.
Portions are not not exactly generous, the majority of the mezedes starters taste as if they are from packages not uncommonly found in supermarkets.

They do the typical kleftiko which in no way resembles fresh or well cooked lamb.

Overpriced, uninspiring and poor quality.
To the management: buck up your ideas!An unfair representation of what Greek food is all about.

How they have remained in business is a mystery.
Portions are not not exactly generous, the majority of the mezedes starters taste as if they are from packages not uncommonly found in supermarkets.

They do the typical kleftiko which in no way resembles fresh or well cooked lamb.

Overpriced, uninspiring and poor quality.
To the management: buck up your ideas!

The Walpole - Return visit to The Walpole - still good! by sue

sue — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:27:15 +0000

Review by sue

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8567 7918

Tags: lively, good value, family & home feel

Returning to the Walpole after a couple of years absence, I was pleased to see that not much had changed. The basic dÃ©cor and brown paper tablecloths may not promise much, but the food still shines through. The vibrant hostess Wendy is still there, exuberantly explaining the menu in minute detail, ensuring you will change your mind several times about what to order as each dish unfolds.

Prices seem to have dropped since our last visit, though portions sizes are still very generous, and the wine specials are still there tempting you to try something tasty.

We started with the Zucchine Fritti with honey mayonnaise; and the English Asparagus with hollandaise sauce. The asparagus was really good, though I did find the zucchini a little oily for my taste.

For main course we had the Romney Marsh Lamb with pomme puree, glazed carrots & mint sauce; the Venison Paillard, mushroom risotto & Madeira sauce; and the Duck Confit with Jersey royals, spring greens & redcurrant jelly. Some of the venison was a little over cooked, but the creamy risotto made up for it, while the lamb was absolutely delicious, and I loved the glazed carrots too.

Desserts were almost impossible to squeeze in, but we pushed on, trying the Chocolate Pot with vanilla ice cream; the Blackcurrant Sorbet; and some Chocolate truffles and Turkish delight. We left full, with smiles on our faces.Returning to the Walpole after a couple of years absence, I was pleased to see that not much had changed. The basic dÃ©cor and brown paper tablecloths may not promise much, but the food still shines through. The vibrant hostess Wendy is still there, exuberantly explaining the menu in minute detail, ensuring you will change your mind several times about what to order as each dish unfolds.

Prices seem to have dropped since our last visit, though portions sizes are still very generous, and the wine specials are still there tempting you to try something tasty.

We started with the Zucchine Fritti with honey mayonnaise; and the English Asparagus with hollandaise sauce. The asparagus was really good, though I did find the zucchini a little oily for my taste.

For main course we had the Romney Marsh Lamb with pomme puree, glazed carrots & mint sauce; the Venison Paillard, mushroom risotto & Madeira sauce; and the Duck Confit with Jersey royals, spring greens & redcurrant jelly. Some of the venison was a little over cooked, but the creamy risotto made up for it, while the lamb was absolutely delicious, and I loved the glazed carrots too.

Desserts were almost impossible to squeeze in, but we pushed on, trying the Chocolate Pot with vanilla ice cream; the Blackcurrant Sorbet; and some Chocolate truffles and Turkish delight. We left full, with smiles on our faces.

North Ealing Supermarket - Be Aware by Sanderson

Sanderson — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 13:56:52 +0000

Review by Sanderson

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 8997 5352

I tend to shop here on a daily basis for esentials but will not give my trade to this establishment any longer. I have witnessed the out of date bread ties being removed and plain yellow tape put back on the out of date bread and put back on the shelf. Watch out if you buy fresh veg, it is weighed and a figure is put into the till which you will never know the price charged, a request for a recipt is treated as "DON'T YOU TRUST US" attitude. Watch your change (especially O.A.P.'s). Fresh milk tends to cruddle by the next day and when returned it I was told I have to check that it's fresh before I buy it... (although in date).
The level of politeness and service is a disgrace to human civil pleasentries. I tend to shop here on a daily basis for esentials but will not give my trade to this establishment any longer. I have witnessed the out of date bread ties being removed and plain yellow tape put back on the out of date bread and put back on the shelf. Watch out if you buy fresh veg, it is weighed and a figure is put into the till which you will never know the price charged, a request for a recipt is treated as "DON'T YOU TRUST US" attitude. Watch your change (especially O.A.P.'s). Fresh milk tends to cruddle by the next day and when returned it I was told I have to check that it's fresh before I buy it... (although in date).
The level of politeness and service is a disgrace to human civil pleasentries.

The New Inn - Our local by Sarah_W

Sarah_W — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:39:33 +0000

Review by Sarah_W

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8840 4179

Tags: relaxed, friendly, food

There are more than enough pubs in Ealing to satisfy every taste, but this is a particular favourite of ours. It seems to attract a more mixed clientele than others near us, which tend to be either very young and studenty (most of the Ealing Broadway ones, in the evenings at least), or at the opposite extreme a bit â¬Ssuburbanâ¬

Ha! Ha! Bar & Canteen - Another good lunch choice by Sarah_W

Sarah_W — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:36:01 +0000

Review by Sarah_W

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 8840 0988

Website: http://www.hahaonline.co.uk

Tags: lively, smoking, bar

This isnâ¬"t somewhere I would choose to come for dinner in the evening as I gather the pub is generally very noisy and not conducive to a pleasant meal out, but it does make a good choice for lunch. Thereâ¬"s a nice terrace with views of Pitzhanger Manor, perfect for sunny days, and inside the large first floor shares similar views and has plenty of space for diners. There are large wooden tables and comfortable leather seating. The changing displays of photos by local photographers are a nice touch. If I have a criticism itâ¬"s that service can be slow â¬ when we were there for lunch with friends on a recent Sunday we got the distinct impression that our waiter had forgotten all about us for a while, and it wasnâ¬"t busy so there was no real excuse for that.

The menu is the same as every Ha! Ha! Bar, with a lot of the regular pub choices. I like the fishcakes in particular, and Chris nearly always chooses a burger. They also do a 2 course Sunday Roast for Â£10, which sounds like a bargain though Iâ¬"ve never sampled it.

Meals are accompanied by the chainâ¬"s own brand of sauces, which can be purchased â¬ the mustardy one is great if you like to pep up your food with a bit of heat!This isnâ¬"t somewhere I would choose to come for dinner in the evening as I gather the pub is generally very noisy and not conducive to a pleasant meal out, but it does make a good choice for lunch. Thereâ¬"s a nice terrace with views of Pitzhanger Manor, perfect for sunny days, and inside the large first floor shares similar views and has plenty of space for diners. There are large wooden tables and comfortable leather seating. The changing displays of photos by local photographers are a nice touch. If I have a criticism itâ¬"s that service can be slow â¬ when we were there for lunch with friends on a recent Sunday we got the distinct impression that our waiter had forgotten all about us for a while, and it wasnâ¬"t busy so there was no real excuse for that.

The menu is the same as every Ha! Ha! Bar, with a lot of the regular pub choices. I like the fishcakes in particular, and Chris nearly always chooses a burger. They also do a 2 course Sunday Roast for Â£10, which sounds like a bargain though Iâ¬"ve never sampled it.

Meals are accompanied by the chainâ¬"s own brand of sauces, which can be purchased â¬ the mustardy one is great if you like to pep up your food with a bit of heat!

The New Leaf Chinese Restaurant - A long-established Chinese by Sarah_W

Sarah_W — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:32:13 +0000

Review by Sarah_W

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8567 2343

Website: http://www.newleaf-ealing.com

Tags: chinese, good value, reliable

Of all the restaurants in Ealing, this Chinese holds a special place in our hearts, because this is where Chris and I got engaged :)

Amazingly, after all these years it is still here, and still under the same management, which tells you all you need to know about the quality of the food and service. This isnâ¬"t a â¬Scheap and cheerfulâ¬

Sitar Tandoori - A good traditional Indian by Sarah_W

Sarah_W — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:30:04 +0000

Review by Sarah_W

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8567 9146

Tags: indian, takeaway, good value

This is our local Indian, and fulfils that role admirably. Expect nothing fancy here, just good traditional curries and other dishes served in a pleasant environment (clean lines, nice prints and no flock wallpaper, but not ultra modern) by efficient and friendly waiters. Weâ¬"ve been coming here for years and are yet to have a bad meal, but at the same time we donâ¬"t expect to be excited by whatâ¬"s on offer either. This is our safe choice for when we want to eat out (or order in) rather than cook.

For starters we particularly like their aloo chat, and for mains they do a great mushroom bhagi and I love their dhansak dishes. If you like things spicy, make sure you ask for the lime pickle to accompany your poppadums â¬ it doesnâ¬"t come as standard but will fire up your taste-buds very nicely!This is our local Indian, and fulfils that role admirably. Expect nothing fancy here, just good traditional curries and other dishes served in a pleasant environment (clean lines, nice prints and no flock wallpaper, but not ultra modern) by efficient and friendly waiters. Weâ¬"ve been coming here for years and are yet to have a bad meal, but at the same time we donâ¬"t expect to be excited by whatâ¬"s on offer either. This is our safe choice for when we want to eat out (or order in) rather than cook.

For starters we particularly like their aloo chat, and for mains they do a great mushroom bhagi and I love their dhansak dishes. If you like things spicy, make sure you ask for the lime pickle to accompany your poppadums â¬ it doesnâ¬"t come as standard but will fire up your taste-buds very nicely!

Oporto - A taste of Portugal in the London suburbs by Sarah_W

Sarah_W — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:26:56 +0000

Review by Sarah_W

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8579 7949

Tags: lively, portuguese, takeaway

Situated halfway between Ealing Broadway and South Ealing, on a small parade of shops, is this family run Portuguese restaurant, which we particularly like to visit in summer. The Mediterranean flavours and the strong emphasis on seafood seem especially suited to warm weather â¬ indeed there are quite a few tables on the pavement outside to take advantage of this, and the restaurant is thankfully a little set back from the main road.

Service here is laid-back (OK, occasionally slow!) and friendly. The staff know many of their regular customers well, it seems, and are always ready for a chat. The dÃ©cor is simple, almost more like a cafÃ© than a restaurant, and indeed breakfast and other light meals are served during the day â¬ check out the pastries if you have a sweet tooth.

Starters include batatas picantes (spicy potatoes much like the Spanish papatas bravas), squid rings, grilled sardines, prawns etc. We usually get a couple to share, tapas style, but portions are large, so one between two, or two or three between four, is plenty. For a main course I usually choose seafood, and particularly like the monkfish kebabs, with large chunks of moist fish alternating with peppers and onions. But there are meat dishes too, several of which come with a spicy chilli and garlic sauce that is a speciality here â¬ Chris has enjoyed the calves liver on more than one occasion. Vegetarian choices are limited but there are a few risotto-like dishes that would fit the bill. Prices are reasonable, with most starters under Â£5 and most mains under Â£10. To accompany our meal we nearly always choose the Vinho Verde, as its freshness and hint of a sparkle is perfect with this cuisine.
Situated halfway between Ealing Broadway and South Ealing, on a small parade of shops, is this family run Portuguese restaurant, which we particularly like to visit in summer. The Mediterranean flavours and the strong emphasis on seafood seem especially suited to warm weather â¬ indeed there are quite a few tables on the pavement outside to take advantage of this, and the restaurant is thankfully a little set back from the main road.

Service here is laid-back (OK, occasionally slow!) and friendly. The staff know many of their regular customers well, it seems, and are always ready for a chat. The dÃ©cor is simple, almost more like a cafÃ© than a restaurant, and indeed breakfast and other light meals are served during the day â¬ check out the pastries if you have a sweet tooth.

Starters include batatas picantes (spicy potatoes much like the Spanish papatas bravas), squid rings, grilled sardines, prawns etc. We usually get a couple to share, tapas style, but portions are large, so one between two, or two or three between four, is plenty. For a main course I usually choose seafood, and particularly like the monkfish kebabs, with large chunks of moist fish alternating with peppers and onions. But there are meat dishes too, several of which come with a spicy chilli and garlic sauce that is a speciality here â¬ Chris has enjoyed the calves liver on more than one occasion. Vegetarian choices are limited but there are a few risotto-like dishes that would fit the bill. Prices are reasonable, with most starters under Â£5 and most mains under Â£10. To accompany our meal we nearly always choose the Vinho Verde, as its freshness and hint of a sparkle is perfect with this cuisine.

Osteria Del Portico - A genuine family-run Italian by Sarah_W

Sarah_W — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:21:24 +0000

Review by Sarah_W

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8840 3297

Tags: italian, cosy, friendly

This is a rarity in the London area â¬ a genuinely Italian, non-chain restaurant. I can almost guarantee that as soon as you walk through the door you will think you are somewhere in Italy! OK, the door doesn't look great, but peep behind it to see the pretty courtyard and the restaurant beyond, and I gurantee you'll be chramed.

The dÃ©cor is rustic Italian, with solid wooden tables and homely touches. Youâ¬"re likely to be welcomed by an Italian waiter or waitress, and as soon as you sit down a bowl of tasty olives will materialise, setting the tone for a down-to-earth but delicious meal.

Iâ¬"ve never had a bad meal here, but some particular stand-outs that come to mind are the beef carpaccio starter, and several good fish dishes that Iâ¬"ve had for mains. Chris is a pizza addict and always enjoys them here.

In good weather there are also some table set outside in the courtyard â¬ the surroundings are nothing special but rhe owners have done their best to create a Mediterranean atmosphere, and itâ¬"s pleasant to be able to eat outside without having traffic passing too close (another rarity in London!)This is a rarity in the London area â¬ a genuinely Italian, non-chain restaurant. I can almost guarantee that as soon as you walk through the door you will think you are somewhere in Italy! OK, the door doesn't look great, but peep behind it to see the pretty courtyard and the restaurant beyond, and I gurantee you'll be chramed.

The dÃ©cor is rustic Italian, with solid wooden tables and homely touches. Youâ¬"re likely to be welcomed by an Italian waiter or waitress, and as soon as you sit down a bowl of tasty olives will materialise, setting the tone for a down-to-earth but delicious meal.

Iâ¬"ve never had a bad meal here, but some particular stand-outs that come to mind are the beef carpaccio starter, and several good fish dishes that Iâ¬"ve had for mains. Chris is a pizza addict and always enjoys them here.

In good weather there are also some table set outside in the courtyard â¬ the surroundings are nothing special but rhe owners have done their best to create a Mediterranean atmosphere, and itâ¬"s pleasant to be able to eat outside without having traffic passing too close (another rarity in London!)

Coco Noodle Bar - Nasty food with nasty service! by LilyDae88

LilyDae88 — Tue, 13 May 2008 21:41:05 +0000

Review by LilyDae88

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 8840 8525

Tags: chinese, cheap eat, expensive

This place was just to laugh at with the service, I've been to restaurants around the world, and this one took the cake for bad food! Don't go there expecting to get the right service! Very unpleasant people throwing plate on your table and hurrying you out the door. I later Googled the place to make a complaint and not to my surprise. The CoCo Noodle bar was hit with a fine and lawsuit for having RATS live in there kitchen. Disgusting people need to be put out of business instead of hit with a fine! Don't eat there it's not worth it, your better off with KFC or Mc Donald's (or even that sandwich from the gas station)! I give this restaurant NO STARS!!!!! It doesn't deserve to be rated at all...........This place was just to laugh at with the service, I've been to restaurants around the world, and this one took the cake for bad food! Don't go there expecting to get the right service! Very unpleasant people throwing plate on your table and hurrying you out the door. I later Googled the place to make a complaint and not to my surprise. The CoCo Noodle bar was hit with a fine and lawsuit for having RATS live in there kitchen. Disgusting people need to be put out of business instead of hit with a fine! Don't eat there it's not worth it, your better off with KFC or Mc Donald's (or even that sandwich from the gas station)! I give this restaurant NO STARS!!!!! It doesn't deserve to be rated at all...........

Hare & Tortoise - Excellent food at excellent prices.. by markieboyuk

markieboyuk — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:06:22 +0000

Review by markieboyuk

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8810 7066

Website: http://www.hareandtortoise-restaurants.co.uk

Tags: japanese, good value, lively

After being introduced to the Hare & Tortoise about 6 months ago I must have been back there at least a dozen times and not once has it disappointed me.

I always start with the edamame and then move on to miso soup and sushi. The sushi is always delicious (I would recommend the eel, the tuna and the tofu).

The main courses are big enough to share and when washed down with the green tea (which you pay about Â£1 for an have unlimited refills!) I leave there with a fully contented belly!

When the bill comes you will not be in for any nasty shocks either, it is so very reasonably priced for the quality you are getting.

Do yourself a favour and get down there. It's usually busy but they have a habit of finding a spare table for you every time!After being introduced to the Hare & Tortoise about 6 months ago I must have been back there at least a dozen times and not once has it disappointed me.

I always start with the edamame and then move on to miso soup and sushi. The sushi is always delicious (I would recommend the eel, the tuna and the tofu).

The main courses are big enough to share and when washed down with the green tea (which you pay about Â£1 for an have unlimited refills!) I leave there with a fully contented belly!

When the bill comes you will not be in for any nasty shocks either, it is so very reasonably priced for the quality you are getting.

Do yourself a favour and get down there. It's usually busy but they have a habit of finding a spare table for you every time!

Zayka - Zayka by miffy

miffy — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 19:07:43 +0000

Review by miffy

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8579 7378

Tags: indian, friendly, takeaway

Friendly staff and delicious food, zayka is one of the best takeaways Ive ever had. NOt overly expensive and worth every penny the chicken Korma is, not the most adventurous curry, but amazingly good and comes with complimentary mago sauce, minty cucumber and mixed veg. The nan is always hot on arrival and the onion bajjis are pretty good too. Quick delivery time means you're not left hungry. They open at six but you may have to wait longer if ou order straight away, one of the best Indian take aways Ive had.Friendly staff and delicious food, zayka is one of the best takeaways Ive ever had. NOt overly expensive and worth every penny the chicken Korma is, not the most adventurous curry, but amazingly good and comes with complimentary mago sauce, minty cucumber and mixed veg. The nan is always hot on arrival and the onion bajjis are pretty good too. Quick delivery time means you're not left hungry. They open at six but you may have to wait longer if ou order straight away, one of the best Indian take aways Ive had.

Ealing Comedy Club - Headliners Comedy Club Ealing by miffy

miffy — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 18:29:39 +0000

Review by miffy

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8566 4067

Website: http://www.headlinerscomedy.com/ealing.html

Tags: underground, young professionals, reasonably priced

This venue is brilliant, I went there for the weekly comedy night which, in itself was very funny and a good night out, I would reccomend it although I do prefer the Chiswick version of the same club (Headliners) However the venue tucked away in the depths of Ealing Studios thre is a stage, bar and lots of paited exposed brickwork. The size would make any event there intimate and the fairy lights made it seem all the more special. Going in with your name on a list to this place you never new existed (despite living in ealing for almost 18 years I was unaware they did anything other than make films in the studios, feels kind of elitest. Great comedy and I'm sure it could be great for a lot of other things.This venue is brilliant, I went there for the weekly comedy night which, in itself was very funny and a good night out, I would reccomend it although I do prefer the Chiswick version of the same club (Headliners) However the venue tucked away in the depths of Ealing Studios thre is a stage, bar and lots of paited exposed brickwork. The size would make any event there intimate and the fairy lights made it seem all the more special. Going in with your name on a list to this place you never new existed (despite living in ealing for almost 18 years I was unaware they did anything other than make films in the studios, feels kind of elitest. Great comedy and I'm sure it could be great for a lot of other things.

Okawari - very average by SiReine

SiReine — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 23:04:04 +0000

Review by SiReine

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 8566 0466

Website: http://www.okawari.co.uk/

Tags: japanese, lively, friendly

Amongst others... one great thing about Ealing has to be the choice when it comes to Japanese food!

And for some reason Okawari doesn't do it for me.

The settings do keep your mind ocupied for the first 10 minutes as you settle down a the table, but then not only the service is average, but so is the food...

Unfortunately, when you are competing whith a few compatriots only a few yards down the road, you ought to up your game!

With the Japanese school situated in West Acton,there's a strong concentration of japanese expats families around the Ealing Common area and that's where the best Japanese restaurants (I believe) are.

So forget about Ealing Broadway and head for the Uxbridge rd ... Two doors down from Ealing Common tube station you'll discover an authentic Japanese cuisine with a hint of W5 (verging on W3)!
ATARI!!!
Amongst others... one great thing about Ealing has to be the choice when it comes to Japanese food!

And for some reason Okawari doesn't do it for me.

The settings do keep your mind ocupied for the first 10 minutes as you settle down a the table, but then not only the service is average, but so is the food...

Unfortunately, when you are competing whith a few compatriots only a few yards down the road, you ought to up your game!

With the Japanese school situated in West Acton,there's a strong concentration of japanese expats families around the Ealing Common area and that's where the best Japanese restaurants (I believe) are.

So forget about Ealing Broadway and head for the Uxbridge rd ... Two doors down from Ealing Common tube station you'll discover an authentic Japanese cuisine with a hint of W5 (verging on W3)!
ATARI!!!

Red Lion - Best Beer in Ealing by Caffeinefreak

Caffeinefreak — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 17:44:19 +0000

Review by Caffeinefreak

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8567 2541

Website: http://tinyurl.com/396beo

Tags: food, beer garden / outside seating, real ale

The Red Lion is by far the best pub in ealing if you are after good beer and good quality Pub Food.

The Beer is always of a top standard and as such the pub has been awarded countless CAMRA awards. Being a Fullers pub there is always Chiswick, London Pride and ESB on tap with one or two specials on at anyone time.

The pub has plenty of seating indoors and there is a spacious courtyard beer garden with heating and covered areas. But make sure you get there early-ish as it can become very busy outdoors in the summer.

The Food is very good and freshly cooked, with the menu changin daily. It is a bit on the pricey side although the burgers are excellent.

All in all it is a pub that is well worth the extra 5 minute walk from ealing broadway centre. The Red Lion is by far the best pub in ealing if you are after good beer and good quality Pub Food.

The Beer is always of a top standard and as such the pub has been awarded countless CAMRA awards. Being a Fullers pub there is always Chiswick, London Pride and ESB on tap with one or two specials on at anyone time.

The pub has plenty of seating indoors and there is a spacious courtyard beer garden with heating and covered areas. But make sure you get there early-ish as it can become very busy outdoors in the summer.

The Food is very good and freshly cooked, with the menu changin daily. It is a bit on the pricey side although the burgers are excellent.

All in all it is a pub that is well worth the extra 5 minute walk from ealing broadway centre.

Pizza On The Green - Pizza On The Green by sue

sue — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 15:19:16 +0000

Review by sue

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 8810 8338

Website: http://pizzaonthegreen.com

Tags: italian, pizza

Pizza On The Green is a relaxed, local feeling restaurant, located only a one minute walk from Ealing Broadway station, opposite Haven Green (hence the name).

Dining mid-week, we were pleased to see the place was nice and busy.

The menu doesn't only include pizzas, but also pasta and other Italian style dishes. We both decided to have pizza - I had a Margherita with added Chicken & Sun Dried Tomato and Alex had the Quattro Stagione. We washed it down with a nice bottle of Italian wine.

The food was quite good and as a local restaurant you certainly could do a lot worse.Pizza On The Green is a relaxed, local feeling restaurant, located only a one minute walk from Ealing Broadway station, opposite Haven Green (hence the name).

Dining mid-week, we were pleased to see the place was nice and busy.

The menu doesn't only include pizzas, but also pasta and other Italian style dishes. We both decided to have pizza - I had a Margherita with added Chicken & Sun Dried Tomato and Alex had the Quattro Stagione. We washed it down with a nice bottle of Italian wine.

The food was quite good and as a local restaurant you certainly could do a lot worse.