Tayyabs, Whitechapel

It's rare that I'll be patient enough to queue up for food, so you'll know that I was promised something great when I agreed to go to Tayyabs, a hugely popular Pakistani Punjabi restuarant in Whitechapel.

You can book in advance, but for a truly authentic experience you simply give the server your details and then huddle around in the foyer, smelling the amazing food and examining the sweets counter carefully. You might be waiting a while, but its completely worth it. The portion sizes are decent, the food is well priced, and the food is just delicious (sorry there are no pictures, I was too busy eating..).

What's more impressive is the sheer size of the restaurant, with diners spread out over three floors, and separate dining areas on each floor. For a massive-scale like this, the service is incredibly fast and efficient, so you won't be kept waiting with your mouth watering for long!

Find it at: 83-89 Fieldgate Street, E1 1JU