Best Authentic Restaurants in Rainham

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ItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndianMexican

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BexleyBexleyheathBrentwoodDartfordDocklands & Canary WharfEast London

Areas

BexleyBexleyheathBlackheathBrentwoodCanary WharfCanning Town

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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54 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Kara Lounge & Grill restaurant

1. Kara Lounge & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(1270)

££££Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Grays

Booked 52 times today

We are proud to serve you one of the healthiest and most well-balanced Turkish and Mediterranean food in Essex.Our dishes are prepared freshly upon order, using authentic recipes, traditional cooking methods with finest ingredients.Our focus is to provide the highest quality of service available.

2. KUSHI Lakeside

4.4

Awesome(29)

££££Price: Expensive

• Indian • Grays

Booked 5 times today

Nestled in the bustling hub of Lakeside, Grays, KUSHI takes inspiration from the beauties of Asia, bringing authentic Bangladeshi flavours and first class service to our stunning space. Featuring authentic Bangladeshi cuisine with a contemporary flair of the far east, expertly curated cocktails! the restaurant benefits from a lively ambiance with DJs and live music in the weekends, weekend afternoon tea and bottomless brunches.Our Chefs use only high quality ingredients, offering an excellent range of seasonal dishes and creating a bangladeshi twist to pan asian food, our must try Chicken Tikka Sushi and Butter Baos.Our Multi Award Winning KUSHI locations taking on 2024 with a space to dine in with friends and family then on the weekends turn in to a speakeasy lounge environment for the diners who just want to relax.

3. Fumiko

4.7

Exceptional(97)

££££Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Hornchurch

Booked 6 times today

Fumiko is a fusion Japanese restaurant with a stylish ambiance and a talented team of chefs. We offer a menu that combines traditional Japanese Izakaya dishes with innovative modern twists. Our mixologists create unique blends that combine traditional Japanese flavours with contemporary twists. With impeccable service and a stylish atmosphere, Fumiko is a destination for a unique and unforgettable culinary experience. We offer Live music on every Friday & Bottomless brunch on Saturday Lunch. Come and immerse yourself in our contemporary elegance, where tradition meets innovation.

A photo of The Ivy in the Park restaurant

4. The Ivy in the Park

4.4

Awesome(6117)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Canary Wharf

Booked 168 times today

Situated within the heart of Canary Wharf, The Ivy in the Park provides sophisticated and friendly all-day dining for those working, living and visiting the area.

5. Uoichi

4.9

Exceptional(143)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Canary Wharf

Booked 4 times today

Uoichi (Japanese Izakaya) - Traditional & Authentic

A photo of Scarpetta Canary Wharf restaurant

6. Scarpetta Canary Wharf

3.9

Excellent(33)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Canary Wharf

Booked 10 times today

Authentic Italian with great range of Cocktails and Wine! Great vibe for dates, drinks with friends or any special evening. Our fresh Pasta is handmade by Italians every morning. The word Scarpetta represents a moment of joy – it’s how we Italians define the gesture of taking a piece of bread to mop up the last delicious morsel of sauce on your plate – it signifies how we enjoy every moment in life.We have a great selection of nibbles for a perfect Italian aperitivo, fresh pastas, cicchetti and homemade desserts. Your true Authentic Italian Restaurant experience.

7. Gallio

4.4

Awesome(464)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Canary Wharf

Booked 29 times today

We share our love of Mediterranean freshness, flavours and colours, and the pleasure of coming together to enjoy good food. Inspired by the abundance and the cherished culinary recipes of a diverse region.

A photo of Emilia's Crafted Pasta Canary Wharf restaurant

8. Emilia's Crafted Pasta Canary Wharf

4.4

Awesome(778)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Canary Wharf

Booked 24 times today

Just opened 14 Feb 2022!Walking into Emilia’s Wood Wharf will be like entering a bustling trattoria in Italy’s Emilia Romagna region with an ambience created by natural terracotta-plastered walls bathed in natural light, rustic Iroko furniture, creamy crema marfil marble counters and hand-painted Italian tiles. Chefs making fresh pasta greet diners at the window in a special dedicated custom-made area visible from all sides. The thoughtfully designed interior cleverly combines a vibrant bar area with a custom table bocce for some competitive socialising in half the restaurant, with a cosy rustic restaurant section for more intimate moments and lingering conversations. The custom-designed kitchen and bar areas will be fully open for diners to watch the theatrics of drinks and dishes being freshly prepared. Outside, alfresco diners will enjoy views of the water and the green open spaces of Harbour Quay Gardens as well as the stunning architecture of surrounding Canary Wharf

A photo of Saikei Chinese Restaurant restaurant

9. Saikei Chinese Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(100)

££££Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Greenwich

Booked 1 time today

Saikei is one of the largest Chinese restaurants south of the River Thames, specialising in Authentic Oriental Cuisine with a seating capacity of up to 400 people. We strive to offer the best in Oriental Cuisine from traditional Dim Sum style dining to the finest of modern A la Carte, we also offer an extra selection of authentic cuisine in our Speciality menu. Together with our classic drinks and desserts, there is something for everyones taste. We are a specialist in Chinese Banquets and cater for all parties, large or small with a dance floor area which is available upon request. We are always happy help, so if you have a function or special event, just call us and we’ll try our hardest to accommodate your needs.

A photo of Manhattan Grill at the London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf restaurant

10. Manhattan Grill at the London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

3.9

Excellent(767)

££££Price: Expensive

• Grill • Canary Wharf

Find the finest steaks around, cook them to perfection, then serve with no fuss, no gimmicks, no bull.” This has been our goal from day one and it’s driven everything we do, from sourcing the ultimate broiler to creating that authentic steakhouse ambiance. As for the quality of our steaks? We’ll let you be the judge of that.Dinner is served at the Manhattan Grill Restaurant. Menus available

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OpenTable Diner
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food! Had the spicy prawns, peri wings, mixed chops and sea bass!
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Kara Lounge & GrillPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Grays
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4.7
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valerieVIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely experience, beautiful atmosphere, and delicious food!
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The Ivy in the ParkPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Canary Wharf
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4.4
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TREVOR
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent food, excellent service staff very attentive
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FumikoPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Hornchurch
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4.7
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Ishmail
London •1 review
4.0
Dined on 28 Feb 2025
Good experience, we really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere was great. The DJ was unexpected but a great start to a Friday night
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KUSHI LakesidePrice: Expensive• Indian• Grays
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4.4
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Patricia
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Feb 2025
It really is the best Japanese in London! Everything is perfect. Thank you!
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UoichiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Canary Wharf
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4.9

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