Lunch and dinner options in Barking

“Just moved to the area, tried a few chicken shops around here, they all been a bit meh. Tried this place the other night, some of the BEST chicken I've ever tried. Pieces are huge, not super spicy, just right, excellent value for money! Can definitely see this as once a week meal. Staff are super friendly and fast service.”

“I’ve been looking for a decent Nigerian restaurant for at least 10 years now. I can finally stop looking! Best African take away in East London!”

“A wonderful dining experience… Affordable, good music, food was delicious, customer service great - Overall, loved the ambience! Will definitely be visiting again.”

“Not sure why I’ve only just discovered this place. The food is very tasteful, the staff are really pleasant, welcoming and helpful, portions are generous. You will leave full and happy. A really good meal out locally. I’ve been with friend and my family that include young children. A fantastic experience each time. Really pleased to have this restaurant on our doorstep. Will definitely be treating more family and friends to a meal out here. Perfect spot for a catch up with friends, date night, birthday treat or family dinner.”

“Traditional Romanian restaurant with specific music. Great food and service.”

“I am so happy I went today we got our food less than 5 minutes of ordering the food was fresh portion sizes are amazing and the food tasted immaculate and the staff are so nice and polite also the price was really fair.”

“One of the best Turkish kebab shop in Barking/Ilford. The food is absolutely Delicious, friendly staff. Not much seating area. I highly recommend it.”

“Cheapest cafe I know of and being a truck driver I have been to a few and the lady that serves you is so polite”

“My boyfriend introduced me to this cafe as he had been before. Good selection on the menu. We usually get an English breakfast that comes with tea and toast. The breakfast sets you up for the day!”

“Best place to have a breakfast in the area! Always stop here whenever I have a chance”

“I eat there almost every day!! perfect food, friendly people, lots of choices on the menu... and the warm seating is priceless!! thank you”

“love this place. food is excellent quality, big portions and great value. the owner works alone and is a very friendly guy. highly recommend”

“Good food at a decent price... been going here for years. Warm and hospitable people.”

“Really nice food and friendly staff. I’ve been there for years now and I absolutely disagree with the negative comments and i don’t think they relate to this place. Now under new management better quality and big portions.”

“Always friendly staff and great food at very reasonable prices !”

“Wonderfull internally designed, kitchen looks clean and better than previous managment.Food tastes even better and staff is very receptive too. Love the coal grilled food,menu is improved and number of dishes are increased too. highly suggested”

“Very nice food always rate this place 10/10 out of all the Indians I have ate out at jimmy the owner always makes you feel welcome and good prices too. Thanks again”

“I am always on the hunt for a high quality halal breakfast place. Just so fed up of over priced, sub standard menus that just don't hit the spot. Until I found De Cafe Lounge on Barking Road. It is near the old West Ham Football Ground and walking distance from Upton Park Station. Plenty of parking nearby, free and paid. You are welcomed by friendly staff, a nice clean premises, large tv screen and lots of breakfast options. You can get lamb donner in your breakfast plate, yes you read it correctly, LAMB DONNER. It is sooo tasty, you will love this place. The tea seemed to have a sprinkle of safron on it, it tasted so nice, I orders another one. I never have two couples of tea back to back. The owner Imran is a lovely chap, knows his food and understands customer service. While I am writting this post, I have decided I am going to go there for breakfast NOW! Salim Patel”

“I went to the one in Canning Town, at first I thought it was a normal take away shop until I walked in. There is a mini restaurant inside and the mixed grill was amazing. Well seasoned and it was a wonderful catch up with friends after work.”

“Everything we tried on the menu was fabulous. One of the rare times you taste a dish that really makes you say "WOW!!!"”

“We had tried pizza from this place multiple times. Very nice crust and generous toppings. Good taste, value for money”

“The food here is delicious, I mean REALLY delicious. And the warm welcome was unexpected and wonderful. This is a special place. I highly recommend it.”

“Loved their food especially wings , they have been offering best price as well .”

“Very clean and well maintained hotel with ample parking spaces . Staff are friendly in particular Laura . She is very helpful and polite . Always greets customer with a smile . Keep up the good work Laura !”

“Came here last minute for lunch with my son & friend. Looked super quiet inside but I have no idea why... the staff were fantastic & the food was delicious. Will definitely go back if i'm ever in the area again!”

“I love to taste Indian food, especially Hyderabadi biryani, and Hyderabad wala is a good choice for a biryani lover like me. The menu had a good selection of dishes. They have both veg and non-veg option. I tested their chicken dum biryani, keema biryani, and lamb dum biryani as well. They served this biryani with raita and gravy. Their food is delicious to taste. The one thing that is good to know is that their biryani is a bit spicy, so think before you taste it if you are not a spicy lover. This is a neat and clean restaurant and has a modern look. The behavior of the staff is good also. I love to go there again to taste their different dishes.”

“I tried the smashed Avacado on sourdough with scrambled egg. The food is absolutely delicious and healthy, a choice of goodness I’ve been waiting for a very long time in Canning Town, as it’s now only filled with greasy takeaways. The Milk Tree is an oasis of high quality and extremely tasty healthy meals. Plus good coffee and delicious cakes and pastries if you’d like a sweet treat too.”

“Take this in, the Chops here is 10/10. If its your first time here grab the 6 piece, switch up your chips to curly fries and tuck in. (for £17 pricey but you wont regret it)”

“Went with family and received a welcoming, friendly service. We sat cosily and enjoyed delicious, traditional food. The kids liked their pizza which was also cooked well and a generous size.”