I agree with Katie, the starters at Tropicalfresh's night were fantastic. I loved the the emphanadas the best and my gran said the ribs were to die for. As for the mains, I am amazed that two customers could have such totally different experiences. They were lovely. I too had the pork but had the rice and peas. The pork tasted nice but was drier than I'm used to. I must admit I like the belly of the pig rather than the loin. The rice and peas were great. My gran enjoyed the curry goat but the best part of the meal was the dessert. It was well worth the £4.50.
Give me Slamjamju cake any time.

I would definitely go back again. Nice venue, nice staff and nice food.

Imogen

Unfortunately I cannot share the sentiments of previous reviewers. I have just returned from this venue. I purchased a voucher for 2 course meal with wine. I telephoned the venue on Wednesday and was told I needed to send a email (instructions not printed on the voucher). I was then emailed a menu and bbooking form (spreadsheet). I had to complete the spreadsheet giving name, email address and was ask to make my choice of starter and main. I was the most peculiar restaurant booking I have ever made. Myself and my daughter arrived just after 5pm (ooking was for 5pm) and was asked by a member of staff whether it was 5pm already. We were told the voucher included wine. I asked for a glass of red a a soft drink for my daughter. We were not asked what soft drink she would like. A member of staff arrived with a glass of white wine and what we think may have been a tropical fruit drink. My white wine was replaced without a fuss with a glass of red. The wine was served in large wine glasses filled to a quarter of the glass, it so little wine was on offer it would have made sense to serve in small wine glasses. After 15-20 minutes a member of staff called out to us from the kitchen "has anyone taken your order". I called back we were told to email our order before we came. 35 minutes after entering the restaurant we has our starters. I had chicken wings, a mix of pepper and herbs coating and barbecued and my daughter barbecued ribs both with a small bowl of chopped salad. We both enjoyed the starter although the barbecue sauce was salty. We waited another 40 minutes for our mains because the rice and peas was not ready for my meal of jerk pork. My daughter had chicken tostadas. I was offered an alternative to the rice and peas of crispy yam cakes which I agreed to reluctantly. When my meal arrived 2 out of the 3 yam cakes had no yam filling. The pork was tough and tasteless. My replacement meal of curried mutton was only a slight improvement.

Yummy! What fab food - and in a gorgeous setting too! It's literally 2 minutes walk from Hoxton Square - but the food is way better than any restaurant there. Plus - it's loads cheaper as it's a training restaurant and bar (part of Hackney Community College).

Simple, friendly service with a menu that just works.

Sam

Really lovely restaurant and very friendly service. The food is superb. The only way you know it's a training restaurant is by the very reasonable prices on the menu. I'll be going back for more!

Excellent value for money. The dishes are superb with a good choice including specials.
I had the plaice there and it just melted in my mouth, perfect!
If you are one for deserts you would not be disappointed.
Even though it is a training restaurant and some of the students are new the atmosphere is good and the service outstanding.

Matt

I had lunch and i really enjoyed the atmosphere. The staff is great and the food is delicious. I was really impressed with the quality of the service, knowing that this is a training restaurant, part of Hackney Community College. The price of the meal is also very decent (£6 for a main) and they had specials on as well (£5.00 for a main). Would definitely recommend and come back for more.