Tasty African Food - (Near , london)

Anna Melinda Nagy If you work or live near Parsons Green, you’ll probably already know how great Cocotte is - and if you don’t, you’re seriously missing out. Tucked away on New Kings Road in Fulham, Cocotte has become a bit of a weekly ritual for me and my colleague. Every Friday, without fail, we head there for our lunch, and it’s honestly been one of the highlights of our week. They specialise in chicken dishes, and you can absolutely taste the difference. The chicken is always perfectly cooked - tender, juicy, and full of flavour. But our go-to order is the Caesar salad with the chicken tenders on the side - they are beautifully crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and then there are the truffle fries… golden, crispy, and just the right amount of truffle - theyre completely addictive!! The prices are very reasonable for the quality you get, especially considering the location. But what truly elevates the whole experience, though, is the service. The team are always welcoming and attentive, and a special shout-out has to go to Katia, who is consistently fantastic. She’s warm, friendly, and makes us feel genuinely looked after every time we visit. Cocotte has become more than just a lunch spot for us - it’s our Friday tradition. Great food, reasonable prices, and outstanding service. We’ll definitely be back next week (as always!). ☺️

Andy Bee How fabulous are these students? I mean really? Students? Weve recently started coming here again and I am so very glad we do, I have no doubt whatsoever that some of the talent we see on display here will go on to shine in the fine dining sector. I started the meal with an exquisite pepper soup, truly up there with the nicest soups Ive ever eaten. This was followed by a lovely mackerel accompanied by an apple and raisin chutney, which I could quite happily eat a jar of on its own. My main was a perfectly cooked Cajun spiced haddock which barely touched the sides and for dessert I had a wonderful berry and champagne posset which I scoffed before getting a picture it was that nice! All involved in the perpetration and serving of the food deserve a pat on the back, particularly the lady who holds the whole thing together and manages to herd the kittens expertly. Is it perfect? No, of course not, its students, but its fantastic value at £25 per head (excluding drinks) and well worth visiting, these kids will go far.

Ernestine Armitage Curry Goat & Good Vibes – The Reggae Shack, Alnwick Road SE12 Located in Horn Park, near Winn Road, The Reggae Shack is a family-run Jamaican restaurant that’s earned a cult following for its authentic Caribbean dishes, friendly service, and massive portions. With a 4.8 rating on Google and glowing reviews across platforms, it’s a hidden gem that delivers flavour, comfort, and community spirit. The menu is a celebration of classic Jamaican cuisine: Curry goat, praised for its tenderness and rich spice Jerk chicken, smoky and fiery with a perfect char Rice and peas, plantain, and coleslaw — the essential sides Homemade patties, fried dumplings, and oxtail stew Vegetarian options available, though meat dishes dominate Guests rave about the portion sizes — many say one meal lasts two sittings — and the freshness of the ingredients. The food is described as “absolutely amazing,” “hot and delicious,” and “cooked to perfection”

CW Burger van run by a really lovely and friendly guy called Ed. Lives just outside Elizabeth Gate of Kew Gardens and humbly serves up plenty of variations on burgers, sandwiches, baguettes and coffees/ice cream. Basic but just what you need and a change from the very expensive and posh bars and restaurants in the area. Food is always fresh and tasty, served just how you like it and never without a smile. Everything is made with love, keeps you warm and has you feeling good on the inside and out. Prices are perfectly reasonable even for the area and Ed has a surprising number of options and variations for a one man burger van. Buying a snack from him may be the highlight of visiting Kew Gardens!!!

S A Was passing through Slough and visited this place on a recommendation! Was not disappointed! The guvnor was there and was very friendly along with his staff. They made us feel comfortable and the atmosphere along with the general decor was very nice and clean. He treated us to a load of complimentary wings (buffalo and standard) which was very generous. Both variants were fresh and tasted great as were the accompanied sauces. After asking us what we liked, he suggested the smokester burger which we both had as a meal. The burger was made fresh. The meat tasted fresh and was nice and juicy. The ingredients all worked well together and it was a very decent burger, that I would have again and again. The fries were fantastic! The pricing was fantastic... most places in London would charge double this amount so great value. Kudos to the bossman and his people for a lovely meal and a very enjoyable experience. If your passing by and want a nice munch you should go there and judge for yourself.

Alessandro Traverso To start with, one can admire how the restaurant has been decorated, a lot of attention has been paid to a worn out farm style look. But beyond the look, the food is very tasty. The pork belly was divine, and they did have properly cooked potatoes, so crispy and rich outside and still soft inside. Worth a try