The Boathouse on the Lea - (Near Hackney, london)

Melody Michael bad customer service. i was given raw food and the manager refused to take accountability. he said the food was not raw when i clearly showed him it was. the food made me sick and i asked for a refund and he said they don’t give refunds without a receipt which i clearly didn’t have as it was the previous day and i wasn’t expecting to need it or that my food was going to be raw inside and make me sick. he gave me a £2 refund in the end after arguing for a while however my food was not £2. very disappointing as i am a regular customer and come everyday. photos do not do it justice the videos show it properly but i wasn’t able to insert them

Sheena King When I got to the venue, I was greeted by several friendly and helpful security staff, which made me feel like my visit would go smoothly. In the dining area, I found plenty of seating options and chose a more comfortable spot. At first, I felt a little awkward with the staff, but one of them was very helpful with my sister and friends orders. As my sister and I were about to leave, we were asked about our bills, which was a bit embarrassing for me. This indicated a communication problem among the staff since they should have known the payment was already taken care of. Overall, the food was good; I really enjoyed the pepper sauce, which added flavor without being too spicy. The halloumi wrap was nice as well—simple but delicious. By the end of the meal, I was happily full and look forward to trying the prawns next time.

Julia Soldrzynski I owe this restaurant an apology. I was about to leave an angry review about my undelivered food when I discovered the real culprits: my phone carrier hasn’t been accepting calls (on top of the fact that my buzzer doesn’t work). The restaurant had actually been trying to reach me the whole time. They were incredibly gracious about the mix-up and even agreed to redeliver. (Although the delivery guy’s expression was a little grumpy but I would definitely be too in his shoes) I’m writing this review with more than a little embarrassment, but also genuine appreciation for their kindness. Now for the food—it’s very good! I’ve ordered twice now and have been happy both times. The portions are good for the price, and the quality is consistent so far. Their Onion Bhaji deserves special mention: it’s enormous and absolutely delicious. Even after delivery, it arrives surprisingly crispy. I can only imagine how spectacular it must be fresh from the kitchen.

Mohsin Zaheer Wow, just wow! I cant believe I stumbled upon this little gem on Google Maps! The food here is seriously amazing - so authentically Indian, with spices that hit all the right spots. Its like getting a taste of the bustling streets of India right in my neighborhood! I cant thank them enough for making my mornings brighter and tastier. Before work, this spot has become my go-to daily pit stop. The flavors are on point, and every bite is a burst of deliciousness that leaves me craving more. Whats even better is that Google Maps made it super easy for me to find this treasure. Just a few taps, and I found my way to this flavor-filled adventure. The people working here are incredibly friendly and helpful. If youre not sure what to try, theyll happily guide you through their menu with a smile. It feels like they genuinely care about making your experience special. In short, if youre into real Indian street food, this place is an absolute must-visit. Its got that traditional charm and mouthwatering taste thats hard to find elsewhere. Thank you, Google Maps, for helping me discover this little food paradise. I cant wait to keep coming back for more of their fantastic dishes!

Jen/Kay Top Really loved the vibe of this place super relaxing and chilled, restaurant lit by candlelight. Have a really nice variety on the menu and everything we got was delicious and packed with flavour. The staff were super friendly and helped us decide what to order, our favourite had to be the tomato pasta dish, we love a big bowl of tasty pasta and the bread and date butter was out of this world!! very reasonably priced cocktails that great. make sure you add this to your list and make sure you pre-booking before you go as they were quite busy.

Jonathan Frewin We were big fans of this place in its rustic former incarnation, so worried about the refurbishment, but fears were unfounded. It’s been done really tastefully and the food is better than we remembered it. Somehow the prices don’t seem to have been bumped up for the renovation either. The pork with black fungus, as well as the aubergine were particularly memorable.