Best Authentic Restaurants in Forest Gate

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1. Silo London

4.8

Exceptional(146)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Hackney

Booked 14 times today

The worlds first Zero Waste restaurant, Silo's menu is an expression of natural farming and closed loop cooking, demonstrating quality within sustainability.Situated in Hackney Wick overlooking the River Lea, the restaurant features an open and spacious, relaxed dining room, counter seating around the kitchen and hearth, as well as a private dining room.Awarded with a Green Michelin Star.

2. NEST

4.8

Exceptional(155)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• British • Shoreditch

Booked 12 times today

British seasonal tasting menus or A la Carte that, to avoid waste, use only one meat at a time. Situated in a beautiful Victorian building, enjoy a relaxed, thoughtful & personal dining experience providing value for money found nowhere else!An A la Carte Menu is available from Tuesday to Friday in the evening or at lunch time.Tues - Sat Dinner, & Sat Lunch I Signature Menu-10-course | £90The restaurant is produce driven; we work with the very best producers & suppliers in the UK.The drinks list, and optional pairing, has a strong focus on drinks with low-intervention production methods. These are wines, cider & beers that are full of life & represent the way we feel all agricultural products should be made, farmed or reared: with a focus on respect - towards the natural environment and everyone involved in the process.Walk-Ins welcome

3. The Hemingway

4.4

Awesome(48)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Hackney

Booked 6 times today

The Hemingway is a good quality pub that serves delicious no-nonsense grub.You can see every dish being made to order in our open plan kitchen- no soggy microwaved frozen meals here! We take great care in sourcing our produce direct from the best suppliers both locally and abroad. Our menu is a mix of classic crowd pleasers and regularly changing seasonal dishes, which means you'll always find something to tempt your taste buds (even if you're in every day!).We are a pub, not a cocktail bar and while we make a blinding Bloody Mary, and will happily mix you an Aperol Spritz or Negroni, we don't do Pina Coladas. That said, we are extremely proud of our wide range of spirits from around the globe, which (where possible) we offer at affordable prices. The wine list has been chosen to provide a simple but high quality selection that goes as well with our food as it does with some good company.

A photo of Saikei Chinese Restaurant restaurant

4. Saikei Chinese Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(104)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Greenwich

Booked 1 time today

Saikei is one of the largest Chinese restaurants south of the River Thames, specialising in Authentic Oriental Cuisine with a seating capacity of up to 400 people. We strive to offer the best in Oriental Cuisine from traditional Dim Sum style dining to the finest of modern A la Carte, we also offer an extra selection of authentic cuisine in our Speciality menu. Together with our classic drinks and desserts, there is something for everyones taste. We are a specialist in Chinese Banquets and cater for all parties, large or small with a dance floor area which is available upon request. We are always happy help, so if you have a function or special event, just call us and we’ll try our hardest to accommodate your needs.

5. YAYACAS

4.8

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Shoreditch

Booked 1 time today

Yayacas is a combination of Greek homemade healthy food but also Greek street food style wraps and grilled food, located in London, Shoreditch.We are reintroducing the original flavours from the authentic Greek cuisineOur vision is to bring a taste of Greece in the heart of London with traditional recipes inherited from our Grandmothers (Yayacas).Only Original Greek Products are being used to create freshly made dishes daily, adding a pinch of love and served with a smile to satisfy Londoners culinary needs and excite their senses!

A photo of Singapore Food Kopitiam restaurant

6. Singapore Food Kopitiam

4.5

Awesome(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Singaporean • Spitalfields

Booked 1 time today

At Kopitiam, we've spent years perfecting our recipes to bring you the true essence of Singaporean cuisine. The rich aroma of our signature Rendangs draws food lovers from near and far, while the sizzle and action of our stir-fries create an experience as exciting as the flavours themselves. Whether you're craving our award-winning Hainanese Chicken Rice, hearty Nasi Lemak, or aromatic and flavourful Rendangs, we invite you to savour the tastes of Singapore right here in East London.

7. DOÑA

4.0

Excellent(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Dining Bar • Stoke Newington

Booked 2 times today

Doña is a restaurant, bar & music venue with two separate spaces.UPSTAIRS - Polanco is bringing the bold, vibrant flavours of modern Mexico to the heart of Stoke Newington — for a limited time only at the iconic Doña bar.Known for its elevated take on traditional dishes and warm neighbourhood vibes, Polanco (based in Kensal Rise and named one of Time Out’s Top 20 Mexican Restaurants in London) is teaming up with Doña for a series of intimate evenings filled with flavour, mezcal, and music.Polango's Pop up: June 19th - 12th JulyDOWNSTAIRS -Doña's original bar & party space is a pink and red basement of dreams serving up exceptional mezcal cocktails and a smaller bar menu. The space is perfect for a date night, dinner and drinks, birthday parties, hen dos, weddings and any other reason to shake down and have fun!For large parties above 10, please email us directly via bookings@bardonalondon.com.

8. Chef Jon's Nepalese Tasting Menu in Hackney

3.7

Very Good(3)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• International • Hoxton

Professional chef Jon Villar has over 20 years of experience. Former head chef at PJ's Grill, Kopapa, MBER, and GammaGamma, he has now set up residency in a private members club in Shoreditch – The King’s Head. Jon works around the clock to offer fresh flavours, with a mix of authentic classic and modern innovative Asian dishes. His inspiration comes from the flavours he experienced growing up in the Philippines, and his later travels around Asia, the Middle East and Europe. Join Jonathan for his 8-course Nepalese Tasting Menu.

A photo of The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's restaurant

9. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

4.5

Awesome(8100)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • St Paul's

Booked 281 times today

Serving theatrical drinks and cocktails late into the night alongside a delicious menu of Asian-inspired dishes. The vibrant and playful destination entertains, inspires and excites guests from the moment they step inside.

A photo of The Ivy Asia, Mayfair restaurant

10. The Ivy Asia, Mayfair

4.3

Awesome(3507)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Marble Arch

Booked 142 times today

Discover beautifully prepared Asian-inspired dining. Discover incredible cocktails full of artistic flair and carefree character. Discover electric entertainment to take you late into the night. Discover The Ivy Asia, Mayfair. Located in the heart of London's most exclusive neighbourhood, you'll find this restaurant to be the ultimate escape for tourists, locals and sophisticated shoppers alike. A beautifully balanced blend of the past and the present, The Ivy Asia, Mayfair is furnished with a flair for the extraordinary. From the dazzling, green stone floor to the stunning antique decor on display, it's designed to wow from the moment you enter until it's time to leave.

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Caroline
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely love the hemmingway, been coming for years, they've recently refurbished and the place is so well done up
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The HemingwayPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Hackney
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4.4
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Niki
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The set menu was designed thoughtfully: each dish led beautifully into the next, and every single one was delicious!
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NESTPrice: Very Expensive• British• Shoreditch
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4.8
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Filippo
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Lovely sustainability focused restaurant, delicious food and wines
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Silo LondonPrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Hackney
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4.8
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ElleryVIP
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Food was delicious! We got to talk to the owner and he was so sweet and welcoming. Loved the place!
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YAYACASPrice: Expensive• Greek• Shoreditch
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4.8
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Richard
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Dropped in and enjoyed great food which was served super fast.
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Saikei Chinese RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Greenwich
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4.3

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