Guide to the best restaurants in Ealing

Award-winning restaurant Haweli of Ealing is considered one of the top places for a meal in the area. This Indian restaurant serves a wide variety of starters, curries, breads, and side dishes, including plant-based options. The simple and sophisticated restaurant has space for private dining and also offers takeaways and catering.

For modern and authentic Neapolitan pizza, Ealing's diners can't resist Santa Maria Pizzeria. Wood-fired pizza is cooked in a traditional oven imported from Italy, then served in a lively dining space with art and exposed bricks. There's a diverse menu of pizza options, as well as sides like olives or garlic focaccia. 

If you're craving a steaming bowl of ramen, head to Tonkotsu. These guys are ramen experts, cooking noodles for exactly 32 seconds for the perfect texture. In this sleek restaurant you can order various ramen bowls made with tonkotsu, chicken, or vegan broth, including changing specials. There are also sides, katsu curries, and kids' meals.

Try recipes from Nepal at Kathmandu Nepalese Cuisine. This local restaurant is simple and bustling, bringing diners authentic Himalayan flavours. Large art pieces enhance the venue. The food on offer here includes plenty of dumplings, biryani, Tandoori dishes, and curries to suit every preference. Traditional lassi is served as well.

Stylish bar and restaurant No 17 Dickens Yard is an all-day destination. Locals drop into this contemporary venue for coffee, brunch, lunch, and food and drinks in the evening. Kids are welcome at this spot, which has a sunny courtyard, a roof terrace, and private spaces. The bar mixes up original cocktails and serves a big choice of other drinks too.

Roti Kitchen is a must for fans of Caribbean food. Pan-Caribbean dishes are served up in a colourful and informal setting decked out with flags from the region. Roti wraps with various fillings are a big hit here but diners can also try jerk chicken, curries, stews, and smaller snacks like Jamaican patties.

Visit Galicja to sample a broad array of Eastern European dishes, covering cuisines from across this region. The dining room is crisp, contemporary, and style-conscious. Diners can try out hearty recipes such as dumplings with assorted fillings, dry-aged steaks, goulash, and roasted pork knuckle. Parties and bigger groups are welcome here.

Down-to-earth restaurant Retsina & Mousaka gives diners a taste of authentic Greek food and hospitality. The interior full of artefacts feels like a traditional taverna. The menu centres on classic Greek recipes like tzatziki, dolmades, kleftiko, and meat or vegetarian moussaka. Wines, including Cretan and Greek wines, are served.

Enjoy Spanish tapas in a relaxed environment at La Rueda. This place has a cosy Mediterranean feel and a lively atmosphere. There's frequent live music too. Diners can try a broad array of meat, fish, and vegetarian tapas, as well as salads and paella. Sangria and Spanish wines and beers are the ideal accompaniment to the food.

Local steak fans in Ealing head to Steak on the Green, an inclusive steakhouse that offers a separate menu for halal diners. This cosy neighbourhood eatery serves prime cuts of British beef, aged for at least 28 days. As well as steak, the menu includes dishes like burgers and fish. Beer, wine, and cocktails are also served here.

Visit Pho Saigon for refined Vietnamese cooking. The restaurant is simple and elegant, plus it has a cosy atmosphere. The menu features a wide range of classic dishes including spring and summer rolls, pho, green papaya salad, and wok-fried noodles. Asian beers are served as the ideal accompaniment to the flavour-filled menu.

Popular both for dining-in and takeaway meals, Maxim is an in-demand Chinese restaurant in Ealing. The environment exudes elegance and the menu is all about familiar Peking cuisine. Dishes include spare ribs, rice, noodles, and meat and seafood, plus there are set menus if you aren't sure where to begin.

Have your pasta exactly the way you like it with a meal at Pasta Remoli. At this colourful and contemporary restaurant you can choose your favourite pasta shape, your ideal sauce, and your favourite cheese to create a custom meal that's just right for you. Top-quality ingredients are used at this casual restaurant.

Try out Tony's Pita for casual and award-winning Greek cuisine. This restaurant has an eye-catching white and blue colour scheme and also does takeaway meals. Gyros and wraps loaded with fillings are a popular choice, but other dishes like salads, grilled meats, and mezze are served as well. Kids' meals are served here too.

Glitzy local restaurant The Lantern serves Lebanese and Moroccan cuisine. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the decorative dining area, but there's also a Moroccan tent room for special occasions. The menus feature wraps, soups, and lunch specials for earlier in the day, and in the evening there are mezze dishes and classics from both cuisines, like kebabs and tagines.

One of Ealing's most popular restaurants for Neapolitan pizza is Da Moreno. This understated venue has indoor and outdoor seats but also does takeaways. The pizza dough is fermented for 24 hours and cooked by expert chefs. A broad range of classic pizzas made with imported ingredients are on the menu.

Get some Thai food at popular and accessible restaurant Rosa's Thai. This colourful spot has a relaxed and welcoming feel, plus an extensive menu of tasty Thai favourites that will satisfy every appetite. The restaurant offers plenty of veggie and vegan options as well as dishes containing meat or seafood.

Visit Hare & Tortoise for authentic pan-Asian cooking. The restaurant space is modern, warm, and cosy, with lots of wood. Fresh ingredients are used to prepare a diverse menu that includes sushi, tempura, and rice and noodle dishes. This well-established restaurant also serves a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

Forno22 specialises in gourmet Italian pizza, handcrafted cocktails, and delicious wines. Guests can visit for drinks or a meal in the cosy interior, featuring vibrant yellow walls and a cheery atmosphere. The seasonal menus include a large choice of pizzas plus starters and pasta. Drinks include classic and signature cocktails and Italian and international wines.

Neighbourhood restaurant Piccola Italia serves authentic Italian cuisine. Dishes from all over Italy are served in a cosy and classic environment. The tempting choices on the menu here include bruschetta, pizza, pasta, and seafood recipes like stew. A small menu of meals for children is also available here.

Fans of Korean food won't want to miss Park's Kitchen. This lively restaurant is modern and relaxed, with TVs screening K-pop videos to keep the mood going. A variety of classic Korean recipes are served like bibimbap and fried noodles. The drinks selection includes soju, Korean beers, and tea.

Villa Toscana has been serving diners in Ealing for over 20 years. Authentic Italian cuisine is on the menu, with favourites like pizza, pasta, and risotto all available. Italian wines complete the experience. As well as the classic food, the restaurant is known for its warm service and pleasant atmosphere.

Diners can explore Persian cuisine at Molana. This restaurant is spacious and smart, with colourful lanterns hanging in the dining area. A private function room is available too. Traditional Persian dishes are served in a warm atmosphere here. The menu features choices like salads, stews, and grilled meats.

With a few locations to its name, Monty's is one of London's most sought-after places to try out Nepalese food. The restaurant space is neutral and simplistic whilst the authentic food is prepared with quality ingredients. Tandoori dishes, curries, and biryani are popular here, and there are plenty of vegetarian options in addition to meat and seafood recipes.

At L'oro Di Napoli you can enjoy an authentic Italian meal in a homey and rustic setting. This low-key restaurant is popular for its friendly service and atmosphere. The menu is simple and pizza-centric. Choose from classic pizzas, fried pizzas, and panuozzo sandwiches, paired with antipasti, wine, and desserts. Vegan pizza is available.

Run by two sisters, TânVân is a stylish modern venue for Vietnamese food and cocktails. Old-school jazz and soul is on the playlist to enhance the atmosphere. The ambience is warm and social, whilst the menu is full of classic Vietnamese dishes like banh mi, rice bowls, and pho.

Iraqi and Kurdish cuisine is the speciality at Slemani Restaurant. The venue is simple and full of rich colour, and has been open since 2016. The place brings unique Middle Eastern flavours to diners in Ealing with a varied menu that includes stews, grilled meat and seafood, and sandwiches with meat or vegetarian fillings.

Located in the heart of the area, Polka Kitchen specialises in classic Polish recipes. The venue is proud to serve the local community, including Polish residents, and has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. You can expect hearty comfort food on the menu, such as pork tenderloin and pierogi dumplings stuffed with various traditional or innovative fillings.