Silo London

"Tasty, yes; refined and inventive, yes; but the standout is the service. An ensemble effort from the moment you walk in to the airy space, via the multiple service staff and sommelier… it’s an assured, friendly and effective combination that oozes “welcome”. I was intrigued by the zero-waste approach but the biggest impact as a diner is the inventiveness it spawns. The tastes and flavour combinations are a joy. In addition there’s a clear unifying purpose that gives the menu and team a real energy. Sitting at the bar is a must if dining solo or a party of two. Enjoy the activity in the open kitchen and fire/smoke pillar. Tables are very generously spaced and with the soft lighting, minimal/skandi design and high ceilings, it’s a restful antidote to crushed west end dining. Note that plates are served in sequence and so you’ll end up sharing if dining together. This allows you to taste more and the waiters are helpful matching tastes and appetites to choices. They have an ‘everything on the menu’ option for about £65 and that way you get everything in nearly full size. It’s a hearty and lengthy meal but not too much. If you’re hungry on arrival do the ‘everything’, but if you’re in a just one course mood then they’ll help you choose two or three things. I’m already looking forward to returning!"

"Masters of flavour! We had an absolutely divine experience. I simply wonder why a "zero waste" restaurant like this one is not the norm. So creative, so tasty, with a meaningful impact, and definitely worth it. Highly recommend the place for a quiet evening or for a special occasion. Staff are really welcoming and take you through a journey with every dish. Loved it."

"One of a kind and my favourite in London. I prefer their homemade bread over a birthday cake - 3rd time @ Silo London . Silo in Hackney is just a different kind animal! Their Zero Waste approach does not only deliver on feel good factor and operates on a model most restaurants should copy - the tasting menu is actually one of the best in London: versatile, simplistic but elegant, full of flavour and at £59 reasonably priced. Also, special shout out to the service and location. Details below: Party size: 3 Atmosphere: 9/10 Service: 9.5/10 Food: 9.5/10 Drinks: 8/10 Value for price: 8.5/10 Standout: homemade bread & goats cheese crackers Disappointed: n/a"

"Best dining experience of my life! Absolutely incredible food, attention to detail from the friendly waiting staff and a super cool & ambient atmosphere made for a 10 out of 10 experience! You will not be disappointed with the "All in" menu whether you eat meat or are vegetarian/ vegan - every single dish was beautifully assembled and tasted phenomenal! There was so much variety too. From wherever you sit in the restaurant, you can also see the care & effort the chefs put in to preparing the food and the waiting staff genuinely seem proud and knowledgeable about the food they're serving to you. Simply cannot fault Silo."