Indian · East Ham
Yaal is a warm, homely little South Asian restaurant on Barking Road in East Ham, turning out authentic dishes like devilled chicken and generous biryani platters that have gone down well with families — though do bear in mind the food leans towards spicier flavours, so it's worth asking the kitchen about milder options for younger ones. There's no dedicated children's menu, but the family biryani platter in particular offers great value and portions that stretch comfortably across adults and kids alike. Highchairs are available and the restaurant is buggy-accessible, and if you're plant-based there are vegan options on the menu too.
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Friendly East End café with good-value breakfasts, a kids' menu and easy buggy access.
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