Guide to the best restaurants for takeaway in West London

Get the flavours of Lebanon with Beirut Street Kitchen. This eatery serves authentic street food in an informal environment, and catering is available too. There’s friendly counter service and you can get a takeaway or eat in. The simple menu focuses on bowls and wraps topped with chicken, falafel, or lamb.

Ealing residents who are craving Chinese food can check out Maxim. This popular restaurant has an elegant look and specialises in Peking cuisine. You'll find lots of familiar favourites on the menu - start with prawn toast or spring rolls before choosing from a wide variety of meat, vegetarian, and noodle dishes.

Fans of falafel can’t miss Mr Falafel. This low-key restaurant and takeaway has some of the most celebrated patties around. The restaurant keeps it simple and focuses on the food, offering a huge range of falafel wraps, from the extravagant to the budget friendly, giving you a fresh taste of Middle Eastern cuisine.

Since 1978, Mandarin Kitchen has been serving Chinese food in London and is credited with the invention of the now-famous lobster noodles. This bustling spot has a classic feel and focuses on Southern Chinese cooking, with a particular emphasis on seafood. Try out dishes like jellyfish and lots of noodle recipes.

Sample upscale sushi from the comfort of home with Yashin Sushi. This restaurant has a simple yet sophisticated interior and serves top-class sushi, as well as offering an omakase experience. For takeaway, go for sushi rolls and platters, and sashimi, plus luxurious sides like caviar or sliced truffle.

For a classic takeaway, check out Little Venice Fish Bar. This understated venue has a typical chip shop counter set-up and serves affordable traditional food. You'll find plenty of fried fish options, as well as pies, burgers, sausages, and chicken. You can also save money with one of the meal deals here.

For a takeaway that isn't greasy or unhealthy, try &feast. This place serves fresh dishes that change every day, as well as weekly-changing salad options and a hot dish of the day like pie or pasta bake. You can also get healthy juices and coffee, plus catering services are available.

Santa Maria Pizzeria focuses on generous portions of real Neapolitan pizza, available for dining-in or takeaways. Pizzas are cooked in wood-fired ovens imported straight from Italy. These are cool contemporary venues with diverse pizza choices and sides like meatballs, served in a stylish space with art and exposed brickwork.

For Chinese takeaways in Marylebone or Fulham, Royal China is a top choice. The sophisticated Marylebone branch delivers unique high-end dishes, whilst the Fulham restaurant is a great choice for contemporary cooking. Dim sum is served, plus classic options like stewed pork belly or seafood hot pot.

If your ideal takeaway is a juicy burger, O Burger could be a great shout. This low-key spot has a modern feel, serving up well-packed burgers loaded with a variety of mouthwatering toppings, all prepared with fresh ingredients. No one is left behind - the restaurant also has a dedicated vegan menu.

Something of an iconic takeaway in the locality, Kebab Kid has been running since 1976 and the menu of classic recipes hasn't changed much. It's compact and low-key but the food is pure indulgence – tender lamb shoulder and chicken shawarma, as well as chips cooked in lamb fat for a rich flavour. There's a Kebab Kid Mini food truck parked a few streets away from the original kebab shop as well.

When you’re craving Thai food, family-run Esarn Kheaw is well-established as one of West London’s favourites. This traditional restaurant cooks up authentic family recipes, including signature regional dishes. Thai classics are on the menu such as curries with a kick, pad Thai, and stir fries. Dining in is also possible.

For traditional food in Fulham, try Fishers, a fish and chip shop that opened in 1982. This blue-fronted restaurant and takeaway only uses sustainable fish and carefully-sourced ingredients. It's classic cooking with a contemporary twist. Fish and seafood is big on the menu but there are vegetarian and vegan options too.

With a vibrant red exterior and a simple interior with traditional art, Gold Mine has become a go-to for Chinese cooking in West London. A vast range of dishes are on offer for dining-in or takeaway, making it a great choice for feeding a crowd. Expect classic appetisers, stir-fries, and vegetarian dishes.

Ealing's West Kebab is low-key and compact but it grabs attention with its large portions, tasty food, and friendly service. It's a popular choice for takeaways in the area, with a huge choice of kebabs and wraps. Burgers and vegetarian food are also available, plus there are kids' meals and meal deals.

Cluck Yeah! gives diners a dynamic modern take on a chicken shop. The bold interior combines black and brightly-coloured hues. It's a comfortable space for eating-in but takeaways are popular too. Expect chicken burgers, tenders, and wings, plus vegan-friendly choices. Complete a meal with classic sides like fries and onion rings.

Based in Ealing, Roti Kitchen serves pan-Caribbean food. It has a vibrant red exterior and offers dining-in, takeaways, and catering services. Try a roti wrap loaded with mouthwatering fillings, jerk chicken, or curries and stews. Smaller bites like patties, doubles, and soup are available when you want something lighter.

Sample Peking cuisine from family-run restaurant North China. This elegant eatery has a glass-fronted exterior and à la carte and set menus that share regional Chinese cooking with Londoners. Peking duck is naturally an in-demand dish here, plus there's a big choice of meat and vegetarian dishes, noodles, and rice.

Based on the trifecta of flavourful biryanis, mouth-watering kebabs and spiced chais, BKC's aromatic cuisine originates from the Awadhi region of Lucknow. The cooks don't hold back on the spices, resulting in aromatic, flavourful dishes made with mutton, chicken or non-meat options. You can grab a seat in the casual eatery or, better yet, get it all as takeaway.

Sought-after burger spot Chelsea Burger is a humble street food stand on Chelsea Bridge. Grab something to take away or order food for delivery. Generous burgers with lots of sauces and ingredients as well as hot dogs and chips are served here. Vegetarian options and halal-friendly dishes are available here as well.

Based in Acton, Stones Fish & Chips is a favourite with foodies in West London. This place is known for its sustainably-sourced fish and has even won awards. It's a typical chip shop menu with vegan food served too. The chip shop has exposed brick work and a few comfortable tables for dining-in, but many customers opt for a takeaway.