Eat 17

Had dinner on Saturday evening in our lovely little gem of a restaurant. The food was amazing as usual, as was the service.

Cannot praise them highly enough. Absolutely love it. They never fail to deliver.
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S
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, September 12, 2011

My husband and I love this place. We try and get to Eat 17 once every 1-2 weeks usually for a weekend breakfast or lunch. We both love their steak pie and the Sunday lamb roast. Admittedly, the service can be a little slow but it doesn't bother us as it adds to a more laid back feel of relax, read the paper etc. Definitely hands down, the best place to eat in Walthamstow.
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clare
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Friday, June 24, 2011

Having heard very mixed reviews about eat 17 we decided to find out for ourselves what exactly they had to offer or not! we went midweek & the place was packed a good sign in itself, among our party were 2 chefs, events organiser & me, not easy to please.

We were delighted with the food the steaks cooked to perfection, burgers treated with respect no burnt offerings here! to use the well worn phrase WE WILL BE BACK, the chocolate shots with sugared lemons BLISS.
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bb
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Sunday, June 05, 2011

Slow roasted belly of pork, creamed pancetta cabbage, black pudding & crackling and a side of sweet potato mash.

The food was gorgeous, the service good the atmosphere good.

Been here several times in the last couple of years and have always had a good meal. Will keep going.

Well done EAT 17
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8 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Friday, February 25, 2011

I am sorry, but the nameless, last reviewer is being totally unfair. Why, if you are based in North London, have you been "keeping an eye on Eat 17". My goodness.

We are local's and go to this place on a regular basis, they are so down to earth and are very friendly, always. We also know so many other people that come here often and the talk around the village is that it is a great little local.

As an events manager I am sure you would be better off keeping your eye on restaurants in North London!
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S & S
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, October 22, 2010

I've had a number of experiences at this restaurant and most of them bad, as a journalist and event organiser based in North London, I've been keeping a close tab on Eat 17 along with a number of friends. A restaurant I previously believed to be a good omen for the Village has now seemingly become sucked in by it's own popularity and a distinct lack of quality, politeness and efficiency is beginning to shine through. From the off-putting, snooty and generally unpleasant man on the phone taking bookings, to the slow and unreliable service at the other end they need to stop thinking they are The Ivy and start realising that if they continue their poor customer service and regularly tepid plates of food, those locals that have so far kept it bustling may find the next best thing a more appealing choice altogether. Pull your socks up Eat 17 and start treating those regular customers of yours with a bit more respect.
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4 Overall rating
Food 4 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 4
Wednesday, October 20, 2010

We eat here all the time and have never been dissapointed. The staff are all fab & will always try and acccommodate you. It has a wonderful vibe and the food is always fresh and tasty.

We have recommend Eat 17 to many friends, whom most of which happen to be locals, they all love it too.
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S.
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, October 18, 2010

The food at E17 looks that part but the taste does not live up to these standards. We visited on a Thursday, I had the toad in the hole-my sausages were not properly cooked and the batter was more like an omelette. My husband had to send his chips back as they looked and tasted as if they had been through the deep fat fryer many times and were barely recognisable as chips. Thankfully the waiter was very nice and apologetic and returned swifty with a fresh portion. Having spoken to other locals they also agree that the standards of the food at Eat17 can be a bit hit or miss.

All in all i would rather go to the tapas place next door-food is delicious and consistent!
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Ella
3 Overall rating
Food 2 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 0
Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Great restaurant, great food, great staff & great ambiance. We come here all the time. Ate here again on Friday, really lovely.
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S
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, September 27, 2010

Don't count on this place if you have a family. It used to be friendly, but now they will only accommodate you when it suits them. We were told that there had been complaints about kids being noisy (not our kids in particular) in the restaurant, but they would be happy for us to come in the afternoon when they weren't busy. Doesn't help much when you're looking for lunch!

We weren't turned away exactly, but what are you supposed to do in the circumstances? It's difficult for kids to eat with their mouths taped shut! So we left. Maybe diners without kids will applaud, but they should stop pretending that they care about those of us that do.

Food is so-so: sometimes good, sometimes poor. But they are increasingly taking their clientele for granted because they have a captive market. I hope some enterprising restauranteur will come and give them a run for their money.
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4 Overall rating
Food 6 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 4
Friday, September 10, 2010