Rostomia London
Quick info
About Rostomia London
Rostomia London is a cafe on Goldhawk Rd serving traditional Algerian dishes that go beyond couscous. No menus are given at the table, so guests order without seeing a printed list of dishes or prices, learning what's available from the counter staff. Coffee and tea are regular orders alongside the food. The setup is walk-in, with no reservations taken. Diners simply arrive and ask what's on offer that day, making the counter staff the main guide to the kitchen's range.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingUsually plenty of parking
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention traditional algerian dishes, no menu provided, cooked breakfast with coffee and friendly staff.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention traditional algerian dishes, no menu provided, cooked breakfast with coffee and friendly staff.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly point to the traditional Algerian menu as the draw, with one party of six describing course after course arriving without a set menu, all called delicious, alongside a breakfast reviewer praising a £9 plate of hash browns, eggs, and coffee as "expertly cooked" and "delicious and Smokey." Several also single out the tea and describe the atmosphere as friendly and family-like, with staff called warm and welcoming. Complaints are mixed: one diner found the food lovely but described a server as rude and forgetful, missing half an order, while the absence of visible menus or pricing left another guest unsure what dishes cost. Separately, one reviewer describes a staff member commenting on her appearance in another language and making her feel objectified, an incident she reports caused significant distress. Most others, though, describe leaving satisfied, with one calling the meat quality high enough to satisfy a pregnancy craving.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly point to the traditional Algerian menu as the draw, with one party of six describing course after course arriving without a set menu, all called delicious, alongside a breakfast reviewer praising a £9 plate of hash browns, eggs, and coffee as "expertly cooked" and "delicious and Smokey." Several also single out the tea and describe the atmosphere as friendly and family-like, with staff called warm and welcoming. Complaints are mixed: one diner found the food lovely but described a server as rude and forgetful, missing half an order, while the absence of visible menus or pricing left another guest unsure what dishes cost. Separately, one reviewer describes a staff member commenting on her appearance in another language and making her feel objectified, an incident she reports caused significant distress. Most others, though, describe leaving satisfied, with one calling the meat quality high enough to satisfy a pregnancy craving.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Friendly environment Delicious food Very good tea Excellent customer service by Mohammed”
- Google user
“A real Gem! £9 for a breakfast and a coffee! Think it’s turkey bacon but it was delicious and Smokey. Hash browns were expertly cooked. The eggs were perfectly cooked. Oh and the coffee was delicious. Rich and deep flavour! Will be back!”
- Google user
“Something happened to me this morning that caused me a lot of anxiety. I went to this place to get a coffee as every morning …When it was time to pay, the man serving me before I paid, he looked at my chest for a few seconds and then he said “Astaghfirullah” and started speaking in his own language with the customer who was paying before me ignoring my presence completely .They ended their conversation saying “that’s why they net to wear hijab.” Because of the way he had looked at my chest and the word I heard, I assumed they were talking about me. I said, “Why should I wear a hijab? I’m not naked.” He didn’t say anything after that. The whole experience made me feel extremely uncomfortable, objectified, and sexualised .”
- Google user
“Amazing experience at Rostomia in London. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The customer service was excellent — everyone was welcoming, friendly, and professional. You can really feel the good atmosphere from the moment you enter. Definitely one of the best places I’ve eaten at in London. Highly recommended!”
- Google user
“I love Mohammed and Aymen both kind gentleman and loved in this area”
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
- Small plates
Amenities
- Usually plenty of parking
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Casual
- Onsite services
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- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Restroom
- Dining options· 4
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
- Service options· 1
- Curbside pickup
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Offerings· 1
- Small plates
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rostomia LondonDelivery | 4.6205 | — | £10–20 | traditional algerian dishes, no menu provided, cooked breakfast with coffee |
| Mike's CafeOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Reservations | 4.51,046 | 1.3 mi | — | full english breakfast, juicy burger, overcooked eggs |
| Pepperon CafeReservations | 4.4834 | 1.3 mi | £10–20 | full english breakfast, resident friendly dog, fresh juices |
| Waterside CafeOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.11,008 | 2.2 mi | — | canal boat café setting, full english breakfast, poached eggs done wrong |
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