Phone: +442082484272
Address: 135 Trafalgar Road, SE10 9TX, London, United Kingdom
City: London
Menu Dishes: 30
Reviews: 216
Website: https://thecalabashrestaurant.co.uk/
"I booked a table for 6.30pm and the restaurant was empty. My partner, an Interior Design Stylist, was not impressed with the disjointed decor, although the seats were firm, which was nice and the flooring was appealing. The waitress/Cook came out with complimentary starters, which was a nice touch but when I asked was it was she proceeded to tell me whilst touching the food at the same time, which was very surprising and disappointing as we are in the midst of a viral pandemic! The big let down was the time it took from ordering to receiving the food 1 hour and as the dishes were not that complicated I was very again disappointed I had Jerk Pork with Salad and my partner had Chicken drumsticks with 2 sides, Jollof Rice and Plantain. The portions were generous but the meat was over cooked on both counts, very dry and the drumsticks had to be dissected to find the bits that could be eaten. The Jollof rice and plantain were enjoyable. We paid half price for the food and just as well because I don't think it would have been worth the £48 including drinks (1 Baileys and 1 small bottle of lager) it would have cost without the discount. So food average but service poor. I hope this review helps them to improve."
Full menu - 30 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Main Dishes
African Dishes
Calabash Bites
Meat & Ribs
Half Chicken
Succulent half chicken marinated in herbs and spices, roasted to perfection for a savory and tender experience.
Whole Chicken
Juicy rotisserie chicken seasoned to perfection, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.
Burger
Grilled Foods
Chicken Wings
Wings
Crispy chicken wings, tossed in your choice of sauce, served with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
Soups
Lunch And Dinner Menu
Wings
Salad
Mixed Salad
A refreshing blend of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, and assorted seasonal vegetables, lightly tossed in a tangy vinaigrette.
Rice Dishes
Main Course
Chicken
Chicken Wings
Crispy chicken wings seasoned to perfection, served with a tangy dipping sauce.
Snacks & Light Soups
Asian Cuisine
Wraps
Starters
Hamburgers
Eleanor
nice food and service there! i love the chicken and banana, def will come again!
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Riley
The service was impeccable and the divine. Totally recommended and will definitely be visited again.
Damien
eu tive uma experiência incrível neste restaurant, a equipe foi muito simpatica e o flavor dos peixes foi iirreal, tudo muito bom! eu recomendo!
Riley
Friendly service and interesting and good food had the potato leaf stew. Great chicken wings.Good to have a local restaurant like this. Please try it. View menu
OumouB
The food was delicious and the servings were very generous. Although we had to wait a little while for our meals, we were given complimentary snacks which was a nice touch.
Nathan
The food took an hour to arrive there was only one lady cooking the food. Even when the food came they forgot some of the items so it took even longer. The food itself was decent though
Stefan
Excellent restaurant feel like an exclusive place love it. Will be going again soon with friends and family for some dinner. I am also recommending the restaurant to anyone that needs a place you want to feel relax . View menu
Stephanie
With my girlfriend for a casual dinner and this place was perfect. We decided to try Africa as it is a cuisine we haven't really eaten much and this restaurant did not disappoint. Great food and nice atmosphere. Will definitely be back.
Jake
Our welcome was warm and convivial, the menu is extensive and the food was absolutely delicious. We had the stew (both the beef and fish), jollof, fufu and plantain chips. We were also served a starter of fresh yam chips on the house. The calabash stew hit the spot for me and I will definitely return with more friends to savour the spice especially as the weather gets colder. 10/10, would highly recommended
Stephanie
I booked a table for 6.30pm and the restaurant was empty. My partner, an Interior Design Stylist, was not impressed with the disjointed decor, although the seats were firm, which was nice and the flooring was appealing. The waitress/Cook came out with complimentary starters, which was a nice touch but when I asked was it was she proceeded to tell me whilst touching the food at the same time, which was very surprising and disappointing as we are in the midst of a viral pandemic! The big let down was the time it took from ordering to receiving the food 1 hour and as the dishes were not that complicated I was very again disappointed I had Jerk Pork with Salad and my partner had Chicken drumstic... View menu
Categories
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Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate.
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Meat Explore our mouth-watering meat selection, featuring expertly grilled steaks, tender chicken, and flavorful lamb dishes, each seasoned to perfection for an unforgettable dining experience. View menu
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African Discover the vibrant and diverse flavors of African cuisine, featuring an exciting blend of aromatic spices, rich stews, and traditional dishes that showcase the continent's culinary heritage.
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Chicken Succulent and savory, our chicken dishes are crafted with tender meat, flavorful seasonings, and diverse culinary inspirations. Enjoy a delectable variety that's sure to satisfy every palate.
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