The food was incredible!!!! I am vegetarian and there were lots of options. There are unique cocktail options and the ones we had were very tasty. I like the decor and they were playing reggae and old school hip hop so was a fun vibe.
The only downside was that they seemed to be understaffed and the service was a little slow. They gave us a complimentary hopper without us having to complain and were very polite. The food after we ordered came out extremely quickly and tasted fresh. Would visit again!
Went on a Wednesday evening for a date and our server vishi was so accommodating and made our night. Great service and delicious food, great portions too. Definitely recommend.
Very disappointing food compared to other Sri Lankan / South Indian restaurants in London. We chose five small dishes and everything was bland or tasteless with none of the wonderful herbs and spices they advertised.The cheek peas speciality was probably the most disappointing: just a warmed upordinary tin of chickpeas with a few pieces of raw onion added and nothing more. A real rip off!
The food was delicious and very spicy, which is what i enjoy. The staff were very friendly and if you want an authentic feel then i would definitely recommend this restaurant.
I went to this restaurant with a friend. Have never had Sri Lanken food before. Vish, our waiter, was excellent. He walked us through the menu and helped us choose. His recommendations were fab. I would never have chosen and pineapple curry - a must , the beef Kothu was also a must. Nothing disappointed, including the wine ! I will be back. Thank you
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely outstanding food and exceptional service – worth going out of your way for!
Where do I even begin? Coconut Island in Islington was genuinely one of the best dining experiences I've had in London, and that's not something I say lightly.
First and foremost, a massive shout-out to Vish, who looked after us throughout the evening. What an absolute legend! From the moment we arrived, he was friendly, welcoming, attentive and genuinely passionate about the food he was serving. Nothing was too much trouble, and he struck that perfect balance between being attentive and letting us enjoy our evening. An absolute credit to the restaurant and a top lad!
None of us had tried Sri Lankan food before, so we were completely unfamiliar with the menu. Vish took the time to talk us through the dishes, explain the different flavours and make recommendations based on what we fancied. Rather than just pointing us towards the popular dishes, he genuinely helped us put together a fantastic selection of food. His enthusiasm was infectious, and every recommendation was absolutely spot on.
And the food? My goodness, the food.
Quite possibly some of the best I've eaten anywhere in London. Everything was absolutely bursting with flavour. Beautifully cooked, wonderfully seasoned, rich, aromatic and full of character. Every dish brought something different to the table, and the whole experience was a fantastic introduction to Sri Lankan cuisine. It's rare to visit somewhere for the first time and come away genuinely excited about an entire cuisine, but that's exactly what happened here.
What really sets Coconut Island apart is that combination of exceptional cooking and genuinely brilliant hospitality. Great food is one thing, but having someone like Vish guide you through an unfamiliar menu and make the whole evening feel special takes it to another level.
It's now been a full week since our visit, and I'm STILL craving the food. I think that says more than anything else possibly could!
I don't live locally, but I would genuinely go out of my way to eat here again. In fact, I'd happily plan a trip to London around another visit. It's that good.
If you're considering visiting Coconut Island, stop considering and just book a table. And if you're new to Sri Lankan food, ask for Vish and trust his recommendations. You won't regret it.
An easy five stars. Fantastic food, outstanding service and a restaurant I absolutely cannot wait to return to.
A must-visit for all Sri Lankan food lovers! The true-to-its-roots flavours bring back the nostalgia and warmth of Mum’s home cooking.
For anyone looking to experience authentic Ceylonese cuisine (and I mean AUTHENTIC), I cannot recommend this place enough. Every dish is a beautiful reminder of home, evoking those familiar, nostalgic flavours that warm the heart. And don’t forget to try their cocktails, too!
This restaurant is in a slightly tucked away location near Angel but worth seeking out. The food is really tasty - the pineapple curry and egg hopper are a must. Beautiful flavours and really friendly service. Much of it tastes homemade. Will go again.
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