Curated Collection

Top Rated in Islington

Discover handpicked top rated in Islington, London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

5 restaurants

1
Tsiakkos & Charcoal

Greek Cypriot · ££ · Islington

90Signal

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Hummus

Described as 'the closest thing to a revelation,' this 'homely' version is 'hefty and grainy' because the chickpeas are broken up with a fork rather than blitzed into a paste.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
The Tamil Prince

South Indian · ££ · Islington

86Signal

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Channa Bhatura

Described as a 'giant's pillow of deep-fried dough,' this is the standout dish that Hot Dinners claims you 'won't be able to stop yourself from ordering' when you see it served to everyone else.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
FKA Black Axe Mangal

Modern British / Global BBQ · £££ · Islington

84Signal

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Salt Beef and Sauerkraut Steamed Bun

Described as 'essentially a Reuben sandwich with new tailoring,' this soft bao features a thick wodge of cured meat and the 'crunch sour' of fermented cabbage.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Dzo Viet Kitchen

Vietnamese · ££ · Islington

82Signal

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Beef Summer Rolls

Described as "exploding with foliage like a peacock’s tail feathers," these rolls offer a "comforting combination of softness and crunch" from vermicelli, bean sprouts, and grilled marinated beef.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

5
Kissa Wa Café

Japanese Café · ££ · Islington

80Signal

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Udon with Aubergine

Described as a 'really nice bowl to chew and slurp on,' this dish features gooey aubergine slices and puffed tofu in a 'gentle but umami-rich' soy-based broth.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

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