This was our third visit to Irene's during two visits to London. This is a small place but "size does not matter" here. The food is top-notch. They specialize in seafood and it is good folks. We also were given a treat; our aunt ordered the Carrot Cheesecake Cake. This is a compilation of carrot cake and cheesecake all mixed up. I had to steal a taste because I did not order dessert. I now wish that I did. Irene's is the place to go for lunch and dinner.
We stopped here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. My partner had the Halibut and I order breakfast. I enjoyed my order food was hot and very tasty. My partner really enjoyed the fish all she kept saying in was amazing. Over all we were very happy with our waitress and food. We will come back again real soon. The prices for the food was reasonable.
Have gone to this place on and off for about 20 years and found it handy when I worked nearby. Think it used to be known as Irene's fish and chips but could stand corrected.
It's only fair that this be compared with other fish places like Kipps Lane or Archies to honestly review and there are many others. Their fish compares well with Archies but a little less than Kipps Lane but still good. But then
it is all about the different batters and whether fries are fresh cut or how fresh the fish might be. I like this place and recommend it for a good lunch but would not dismiss the equal numbers of fresh fish places in the city. Kipps Lane is still the best in my books.
Wait staff is excellent and what comes out the kitchen is amazing. Oh! You need more info, you said? Here it is:
OK, what I learned so far, the chef (and I assume) is the owner, is from Albania. By the way, the Albanian thing is real but it is not relevant isn't it? Good food is good food! Period! Well, this one Albanian MF knows his stuffs. The last time I went, the place is full of regulars. That's a good sign!
Hey, to make long story short, try them out! You will not regret it or I'll voluntarily kill my Zomato's account and switch over to Yelp.
Please let me know...
Amazing fish and chips. Large portions.
My boyfriend and I often come here for breakfast and leave satisfied every time.
We decided to give dinner a try and what a treat it was! Fantastic food great staff and very reasonable prices, a true hidden gem of London!
Irene's-It shouldn't be a secret. I visited Irene's yesterday. Small, busy and quick dinette. Ordered the clubhous sandwich with fries, to me the quintessentail diner food (when in Rome). Really, really good for 9$. No apologies from the staff when they're busy....and nor should they, these are not the lame insincere servers you have to endure when you visit one of the chains in town. Good, honest food cooked up and served by good honest people. Love, love, love!
Albanian Omlette. Really love the Albanian omlette!
Ok breakfast place. Small but good service, super cheap prices.
Always wanted to try out this place and I was happy with the food! We tried a few dishes and you must try calamari, this is the best calamari I’ve had in London, I was focused on eating it that I forgot to take pics. The seafood pasta is really yum as well, very creamy and seafood-y. However The fish and chips was not good, its bland… it might could be out choice of fish was not good (cod), but I’ve tried fish and chips other places that are much better. Other than that, I think their seafood is really fresh and high quality. Enjoyed it overall!
Melissa Maria “Hollywood” MUA
+5
The most amazing food with the best service! Luan and the staff treat you like family. You couldn't ask for a better ambiance in a restaurant with 5 star food. The fish & chips is heaven. The portions were generous, and the fish was crispy without the extra grease. Fresh cut fries are simply the best and the coleslaw was the perfect kind of creamy! The lemon meringue pie was rich and flavourful...basically you gotta eat here! Luan's is a London gem and a must try!
Popped in tonight on a whim without a reservation. Luckily we were able to squeeze in. We were greeted so warmly. The food incredible! We had the black tiger shrimp for the app. The flavour was incredible.
Seafood risotto and the seafood platter for our mains z It tasted better than it looked and it looked amazing! We had the carrot cake cheesecake for dessert. Amazing food and service Highly recommend.
A lot of reviews here are old from Irene’s. The new space is modern looking and the seafood was great! They brought some warm bread, likely a ciabatta with butter. We were at a table near the door and were a bit cramped, and the noise level was high for a small place. Aside from that, halibut, salmon, perch and swordfish were all delicious. My swordfish was served on a bed of Parmesan risotto and had (I think) a mango chutney on top. The place is still small so be sure to reserve a table!
Exquisite food, atmosphere and service! A fine dining must!
Calamari may very well be the best in London. Sea bass was spiced and cooked to melt on your tongue perfection. Scallops were tender tasty delicacy and Tiger shrimp also savoury jewels. I truly appreciate the wide selection of wild caught fish, non is farmed fish and that’s quality you can taste.
Key lime pie was delicious.
The owner, Luan, visited us to ensure we enjoyed our meals, his presence was courteous and very hospitable. Fabulous atmosphere and experience 🙏
I’ve been to Luan’s Seafood & Grill a handful of times, but they continue to impress me. Today was no exception.
They started me off with some bread and butter, free of charge.
I ordered two mains: deep fried cod with coleslaw, and the Seafood Risotto that contained black tiger shrimp and sea scallops in a truffle oil base. Both were delicious, leaving me wanting more.
I ended my feast with a Black Forest cake. I could taste a pleasant cherry flavour, but was unfortunately no better than a Black Forest cake from a regular grocery store.
This is a special restaurant. Everything from their seafood to their burgers to their homemade bread is extraordinary. One of the only restaurants that has mastered multiple cuisines.
A special shout-out goes out to Nancy for being a wonderful server!
The best in London, reservations recomend any night as they are a small restaurant.
The calamari is so soft, moist and melts in your mouth. Highly recommend from the shareable menu.
The lobster stuffed calamari risotto (specials menu so not every day, December 2023 we ate this.) Omg, there are too many positive words to describe the taste, just YOU MUST ORDER THIS!
Janelle our waitress was so friendly and attentive without being too annoying and hovering. I'm glad I live in Toronto as I would be here every night if the restaurant was near my house.
Hands down one of the best restaurants in London. Everything we ordered was perfect!The chef even came out to the table, it was just pure class.
I had the local Yellow Perch, and my wife had the Tiger Prawn and Shrimp Stir Fry. Both were excellent. We topped it off with Carrot Cheesecake and the Black Forest Cake. Both were worth the calories. Next time we are in London we will have to come back.
Best fresh seafood restaurant in town . Nice atmosphere. Very good service. Food presentación , taste and portion is very good . I loveeee it
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