Tayyabs
Much-loved Punjabi restaurant serving aromatic, spicy dishes in a no-frills, contemporary interior.
Restaurant · Whitechapel
Zaiqa London on Whitechapel Road serves up generous, flavourful South Asian and Middle Eastern dishes — think mandi platters, masala fish, dynamite prawns and fresh mojitos — in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that families have clearly enjoyed together. It's halal throughout, the restaurant is easy to navigate with a buggy, and highchairs are generally available for little ones. There's a kids' menu to keep younger diners happy, and the kitchen stays open late, which is genuinely handy when you need a relaxed Sunday dinner without the rush.

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Much-loved Punjabi restaurant serving aromatic, spicy dishes in a no-frills, contemporary interior.
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