The food was, for the most part, good and the staff are lovely albeit rather laid-back. However the evening was tempered by Service that was thoroughly chaotic, disordered and ridiculously slow. It took 15 minutes after arrival to place a drinks order – and, although the wine arrived, the water carafe didn’t make an appearance for another 30 minutes.

Our party of 6 all ordered starters; four of which arrived about half an hour afterward. Two failed to materialise at all and after waiting for 10 minutes we asked one of the waiters to investigate. He went into the kitchen and came back out again but absolutely nothing was said to us regarding the whereabouts of the missing dishes. Those of us with food eventually started to eat, sharing with the other two. ‘Jerk Tofu with yams, lime & plantain’ was superb, the ‘Maki Rolls’ were voted “nice” as was the Tempura. The Bonda (spicy potato cakes) were also very nice, although a slightly larger portion for the price would have been better value for money.

Still no communication from anyone, not even after our four empty plates were removed. Eventually a further half hour later, the bread & hummus we’d ordered at the beginning and the two missing starters arrived with a brief “Sorry it took so long” as an apology.

A full hour and three-quarters after we first sat down, our mains arrived. The ‘Pasta Carbonara’ was delicious; ‘Bangers & Mash’ was also heartily approved of; the ‘Enchilada’ was pleasant but bland & unremarkable, although there was certainly plenty of each of the dishes.

When our bill of nearly £200 arrived, we were rather taken aback to see that a service charge of 12.5% (nearly £22) had been added in, bearing in mind the shambolic way our food arrived and the total lack of communication. However, when we politely declined to pay the full service charge and explained why, the staff were understanding and agreed to deduct the cost of the two late starters from our bill – an equitable arrange

The food was excellent the service unfortunately was slow but my guests and I were prepared to ignore the speed of service as we were enjoying our evening. The problems started when we went to pay the bill. My guests are unfortunately from Scotland and when we paid in cash the money was brought back to the table and we were asked to pay in a currency the american manager recognised. This was quite insulting and not well dealt with at all. I suggest if you use Manna Vegetarian Restaurant be prepared to pay in dollars or by card.

I had not been for over 4/5 years but felt secure that the proposition of Manna would be intact for a restaurant in it's 43rd year. I was wrong. The food was passable for an average cafe but not the uk's oldest vegetarian restaurant. Both starters (crispy wontons + chole cakes) were poor in conception, execution, presentation, and value for money. Main courses little better. Desserts and solace were taken elsewhere. Service was practically non-existent. Just proper rubbish all round and gives vegetarian dining a bad name.

Been to Manna Vegetarian Restaurant with my boyfriend a while ago, and absolutely loved it! The menu was inventive, as well as delicious. My other half is not a vegetarian, but enjoyed it thoroughly as well. A definite must! Oh and book before you go, as it gets busy quite quick.

excellent place for a night out, 100% vegan menu and lovely staff

I'm not a vegetarian but I love this restaurant: the menu is always inventive and the food is exquisitely prepared. Great atmosphere and friendly service. Make reservations as they are busy at the weekends.

Manna is my favourite vegetarian restaurant in London. Not only is everything meat-free, but most of the food is organic, they have lovely cheeses and ice creams, and all the food is so tasty.
Maybe if all veggie restaurants were like Manna Vegetarian Restaurant, less people would eat meat.