Delamina EAST — Restaurant in London

Located next to Liverpool Street and Spitalfields, Delamina East emerges as a captivating culinary oasis within the bustling streets of London. As the sister establishment of Delamina in Marylebone, it effortlessly combines Eastern Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with a green-oriented ethos, creating an inviting atmosphere from the moment you step through its doors.

The restaurant's commitment to sustainability and environmental consciousness is evident from its exterior adorned with lush greenery to its plant-rich interior, bathed in natural light. The intimate setting, with small rooms and a choice of tables for small groups or counter seating for solo diners, sets the stage for an immersive dining experience.

Delamina East's dedication to culinary excellence shines through its brunch offerings, available on weekends and holidays from 11 am to 4 pm. The menu boasts a plethora of richly flavored dishes, ranging from traditional egg-based fare to delectable pitas and hearty meat and chicken options. Vegetarian-friendly alternatives abound, ensuring that every palate is catered to with equal finesse.

During our visit, we indulged in a full brunch experience, sampling three top savory plates and concluding with a delightful sweet pita. While portions leaned towards the smaller side, they provided an opportunity to savor a variety of dishes without feeling overly stuffed. Each plate showcased impeccable quality, with expertly curated combinations of ingredients and flavors that left a lasting impression.

The service at Delamina East was exemplary, with a team that exuded warmth, kindness, and professionalism. Staff members were attentive and knowledgeable, offering valuable assistance in navigating the menu and making recommendations tailored to our preferences.

In terms of value, Delamina East exceeded expectations, offering a fair pricing structure that perfectly complemented the quality of the food. The restaurant's commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences at an accessible price point further underscores its appeal.

In conclusion, Delamina East stands as a beacon of culinary innovation and sustainability in London's vibrant dining scene. With its enticing ambiance, flavorful offerings, and impeccable service, it promises an unforgettable dining experience that leaves guests both satisfied and...

I have pretty mixed feelings about this place. I had my birthday meal here and the food was fantastic. We went for the sharing brunch menu for a group of 8, and most of the dishes were spot on (aside from the roast cauliflower which was overcooked). Great variety of wholesome, tasty food and we were stuffed by the end.

Sadly the service really let down our experience. Though the waiters were all pleasant and friendly, they were very slow. We were put in a pokey private room at the back of the restaurant, despite me having said that I didn't want to be in a private room when booking. My worry, based on prior experiences, was that we'd get forgotten about - and unfortunately that is exactly what happened. Nobody took our drinks order when we arrived; it then took 40 minutes before someone came to ask whether we had any allergies or dietary requirements. That only happened after I had gone up to chase our starter dishes, which were supposed to be served 'on arrival' according to the menu. All in all, I probably went up at least 5 times throughout the meal to ask for drinks, bread, the bill, main dishes to be cleared/dessert to be served, etc. - which was pretty frustrating. We also had a bottle of wine forgotten about which we had to chase. It meant that lunch took nearly three hours, contributing to a pretty low energy around the table. We did get given an unrequested bottle of beer on the house by our waiter though, which was nice of them.

The restaurant as a whole is quite small/a strange layout and there were a number of other large groups, so I don't think they would have had anywhere else to put us. But the lack of atmosphere in the private room was still a shame, and the room was so small that the waiting staff were really struggling to get around the table to serve.

It's not the cheapest restaurant, so I had expected better service. That said the food was great, so if you live nearby or are in the area and don't mind a slow meal then I'd certainly recommend it. But in future I'll stick to the sister restaurant in Marylebone, which I had been to before - it has equally good food, but much better service and a...

Me & my partner have been to this eatery before & we were looking forward to being there again. We hadn’t booked & we tried on the off chance & were hoping that they would be able to accommodate us. We came in the door & the manager behind the bar was not welcoming & didn’t smile which made us feel very uncomfortable! My partner did say shall we go & Because we were hungry we stayed & he said we could have the stools at the bar which we chose to do. A younger male member of staff gave us our menus & we chose a cocktail each a Jaffa which was nice but nothing special & a pomegranate mojito which was full of stalks of mint, pomegranate seeds & lime slices so I couldn’t drink my drink easily which was an unpleasant experience & there was a lot of ice which made it taste very watery!!!! which after drinking we felt were very over priced! We chose the chicken thigh, beef kofte, mixed salad & crispy potatoes which were all delicious but we did feel the salad serving in a small dish was extremely small & expensive! After we chose our dishes & gave our order We saw a special menu which was on the counter & we felt that the server should have let us know because my partner would have chosen an alternative dish but it was too late to change it. Generally we felt the dishes were overpriced & the way we were treated we felt unwelcome. If it wasn’t for the customers the atmosphere was very disappointing! As for the 12/1/2 % discretionary gratuity which is on the bill we felt to reduce it because we didn’t feel particularly looked after & we feel that the discretionary gratuity shouldn’t be put on the bill because one feels obliged to pay it because it’s on there. We’re sorry that we...