
Gina Restaurant
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About Gina Restaurant
Gina Restaurant is a family-run neighbourhood restaurant in Chingford, London, on Station Rd, named after chef Mattie Taiano's mum, Gina. The kitchen cooks seasonal food, using beef from Swaledale and fish from Cornwall, with daily cuts listed on the blackboard. Beef tartare sits on the starter menu, and yellow chicken is served as a main with gravy. A proper pudding menu includes peach cobbler. Diners can choose a three-course set menu, and a burger and steak night puts bavette steak on the table with a choice of sauces. The restaurant takes group bookings and offers private hire.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chocolate cake, Gina's signature pasta, yellow chicken and beef tartare.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chocolate cake, Gina's signature pasta, yellow chicken and beef tartare.
Customer Review Summary
The chocolate cake is the most repeated draw, described as steamed, light and fluffy with a deep rich chocolate flavour, served with milk ice cream or cream, and one reviewer urges ordering it. Close behind are Gina's pasta, called tomatoey and rich by several, the yellow chicken with gravy, the beef tartare, and the bavette steak on Tuesday burger and steak night. Peach cobbler, asparagus soup, scallops and a Sunday roast also earn praise, along with friendly service and a lovely atmosphere. The main complaint comes from one detailed review: feeling rushed and pressed twice to order, the signature pasta with an acidic, undercooked tomato sauce served in a cracked dish with no replacement offered, a steak sold as 800g that arrived as a T-bone mostly bone, and small pasta portions for the price. Ox cheek and the tartare were that critic's highlights. One parent describes team members holding their son and showing him around so the family could eat in peace.
Customer Review Summary
The chocolate cake is the most repeated draw, described as steamed, light and fluffy with a deep rich chocolate flavour, served with milk ice cream or cream, and one reviewer urges ordering it. Close behind are Gina's pasta, called tomatoey and rich by several, the yellow chicken with gravy, the beef tartare, and the bavette steak on Tuesday burger and steak night. Peach cobbler, asparagus soup, scallops and a Sunday roast also earn praise, along with friendly service and a lovely atmosphere. The main complaint comes from one detailed review: feeling rushed and pressed twice to order, the signature pasta with an acidic, undercooked tomato sauce served in a cracked dish with no replacement offered, a steak sold as 800g that arrived as a T-bone mostly bone, and small pasta portions for the price. Ox cheek and the tartare were that critic's highlights. One parent describes team members holding their son and showing him around so the family could eat in peace.
Featured reviews
- Nader Seyedalhosseini
“We had a wonderful experience at Gina. The food was absolutely delicious, with memorable flavours and excellent quality. We ordered the Yellow Chicken and Marsh Leg Lamb, and both dishes were fantastic. The flavours were rich, well-balanced, and beautifully prepared. The staff were also incredibly friendly and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. On top of that, the atmosphere was beautiful, warm, and inviting. Overall, Gina is a lovely place to enjoy great food, excellent service, and a memorable experience. Definitely a place I would recommend for a special meal and a great time.”
- Hywel Tomos
“Fabulous food on burger and steak night (tuesdays) Bavette steak wonderful with choice of 5 sauses. Gina's pasta really tasty. Chocolate cake to die for. Peach cobbler close second. Service very friendly efficient and accommodating. Well worth a visit”
- Khim Lee
“Gina’s a Gem of restaurant. Love the ambience and atmosphere. Service was excellent considering it was a busy Friday evening. Food was delicious Enjoyed the Scallops & homemade bread was delicious. Monkfish & bacon & salad . Beef Tartare with dripping on toast . Mains was succulent yellow chicken and tasty gravy . Beef babette was panfried as ordered Shared grill sea bass was fresh Well presented Desserts esp Ravi’s chocolate cake & cream and Peach Cobbler & cream was delicious. Definitely will visit again without having to travel into town esp in the heat.”
- Shelly Kosys
“Had the best evening, celebrating my 73rd birthday with my daughter, made up to meet Rav, she was so lovely took the time to come and have a chat twice. The food was delicious, just like home cooking, the dessert was amazing. 😋💕”
- Jessica George
“I went to Gina's for the first time and had a great solo lunch. Really good fries and their cheese burger was one of the best I've had. But even better was Ravi's chocolate cake with milk ice cream. The cake is steamed so it's light and fluffy but with a deep rich chocolate flavour and I could eat the milk ice cream served with it by the tub. Would definitely recommend.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Gina is a family-run neighbourhood restaurant on Station Road, Chingford, a few minutes from the station and the edge of Epping Forest. Chefs Ravneet Gill and Mattie Taiano cook seasonal food with beef from Swaledale and fish from Cornwall, daily cuts on the blackboard and a proper pudding menu. Michelin Bib Gourmand, and named Best Local Restaurant in London by the Good Food Guide. Come for set lunch Wednesday to Friday, dinner, or a Sunday roast after a walk in the forest. Kids are always welcome, dogs are welcome on our heated terrace, and we take group bookings and private hire. Named after Mattie’s mum, Gina: warm, generous and always pleased to see you.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Restaurants near Gina Restaurant
- Gökyüzü Restaurant4.37,9352.4 mi
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- Esnaf Lokantasi4.61702.9 mi
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- Wood Oven BBQ4.31,3662.9 miWheelchair accessibleGood for kidsReservations
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gina Restaurant | 4.5407 | — | chocolate cake, Gina's signature pasta, yellow chicken |
| Gökyüzü Restaurant | 4.37,935 | 2.4 mi | complimentary salad and dips, fresh bread, complimentary Turkish tea |
| Esnaf Lokantasi | 4.6170 | 2.9 mi | chef's plate, complimentary tea, wet wipes and colognes |
| Wood Oven BBQWheelchair accessible · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.31,366 | 2.9 mi | lamb chops, mixed grill, steaks |
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