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#1,549 of 15,220 Restaurants in London
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Mediterranean, Turkish, Middle Eastern
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options
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Lunch, Dinner
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Stayed at the Hampton by Hilton London City…. Recommended by one of the workers. Food and service was excellent! Would definitely come back.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

An amazing restaurant, amazing service and food. Would definitely recommend it to others. I would give it a 10/10 rating.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

We pre-booked for an evening meal. Food and service was in general quite good. However, the server's were always checking to see if we had finished - so they could remove our plates etc. They even began wiping the table, more in preparation for the...next sitting than cleaning our mess. Finally we were basically asked to leave as they had other reservations. All in all we stayed a little over an hour. I know the business needs to make £, but at no time were we told (either on confirmation or when we were seated) there was a limit on the time. Thought it was poor. And we still had to pay the service charge!More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Lovely restaurant. Expensive fit out. Staff very helpful & friendly . Food disappointing. Not like other Turkish food I’ve had. Starter of lambs liver previously cooked and reheated. Dried up and very disappointing. Main of lamb kleftico again disappointing: very tender but lamb ?( or...mutton?). Poor flavour . Won’t be going again. Pity as I was really looking forward to trying it .More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 February 2024 via mobile

Simplemente delicioso nada mas que decir (just delicious no words add) and the service was excellent. The house red wine is amazing

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 29 January 2024

I stumbled across Efes whilst looking for food and away with work. It looked busy when I walked past so I went in. I wasn’t disappointed!! It had a great feel to it, really friendly staff, great service and amazing food!! The food came really...quickly and was great quality. If you like Turkish food and meat dishes I would definitely recommend. I’ll be backMore

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 26 January 2024

First of all I would like to point out they do competitions but do not announce winners instead delete posts. We decided to visit to see what it was all about. Disappointed, poor service and chicken was pink inside.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 22 January 2024

The owners were simply so well mannered. the food was excellent . Everything was really perfect. thank you to all.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 12 January 2024

The worst place i have eve been. The lamb doner wrap is 10.95 but when you are planing seats in , they did not say anything that is price is different when you are seating in. Please do not go there. This “restaurant “is cheaters!

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 11 January 2024

The menu is a testament to culinary creativity and a commitment to using only the finest ingredients. Each dish showcased a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and artful presentation. The attention to detail in every aspect of the dining experience truly stood out.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 2 January 2024 via mobile

I have been 20-30 times in this Restaurant. I usually visit with my friends, We mostly have Mixed Kebabs and Grills. All soo delicious!! Recommended!! From Uzbek Friends Rolls Royce

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 15 December 2023

Went with friends , food was spot on, people are nice.. Service was bit hit n miss.. But overall great experience

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 3 December 2023 via mobile

Here’s a corrected version: This restaurant is the best in the area. They mainly serve Turkish cuisine, but it’s definitely worth the price. The prices are average, but the food quality is above standard. The place is packed at night, so reserve before you go....The staff is wonderful, and we will definitely recommend this to everyone!More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 12 November 2023

the food is amazing and service was lovely especially Muhammed, he was our waiter and did a spectacular job.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 24 October 2023 via mobile

A search of Whitechapel area for Turkish food I found this restaurant. The food was absolutely beautiful, as good as any Turkish food I’ve ever had (including in Turkey) I had a mixed grill with lamb, chicken and Adana

Date of visit: October 2023
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Response from saintlysinner | Reviewed this property |
Hi, I went to the branch on Whitechapel Road they served all types i.e. Wines, beers and spirits and also had a few cocktails. Hope that helps
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EFES RESTAURANT, London - 1 Whitechapel Rd, Whitechapel - Updated 2024 Restaurant Reviews & Phone Number - Tripadvisor

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Efes Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 3.5