Taheena 2A Queen's Yard, London E9 5EN

"We hired Seif from Taheena for our opening event for our black community led company @ThePalaceOfTheDogs. We wanted something light for our guests that encompassed and unified the black and African diaspora experience and to say that he delivered is an understatement. The reaction amongst guests, when trying the food, was both full enjoyment and amazement, as he had put such fresh and creative spins on some traditional dishes. The price was very reasonable and liaising with Seif on changes to the menu and guest size was simple and efficient. Definitely go for @taheena if you want someone who cares about food and your experience."

"I booked this company weeks in advance for a mothers blessing I increased the guest number which I thought wouldn’t be a problem as it’s more money for the company. Suddenly Saif (owner) turned on me, when I queried the price. £200 was added for 5 guests. When he explained the price increase I said I was happy to proceed as it was 2 days before my event. Then later on he got one of his employees to cancel the entire catering package I ordered blaming it on the number increase. We telephoned saif directly he advised that he got a better offer where he could make more money. This was incredibly stressful and I’m heavily pregnant. Our event was ruined as we couldn’t find any one in time. I’m still upset about this. Stay away."

"Always have such consistently tasty and high quality food from Taheena. I’ve had a few things from the menu now and just want to keep trying more! The flavours are really well put together and portions are good. Def recommend for a genuinely interesting, carefully made meal."

"Great tasting north African (yet ingredients are sourced from local farmers) plant based small eats. Can't stress enough how good this was as a pre-show meal."

"Taheena, what an incredible little restaurant within The Yard. The prices are so good for Hackney Wick! And makes for a welcomed change to have something with flavour and not just deep fried in the area! Do try it for your self, the chef/owner is also so friendly and you can tell he takes so much care in his menu."