Stratford

• The best places to eat near West Ham's London Stadium

  Looking for ideas on where to meet and eat before a West Ham game at The London Stadium at Stratford. Here are our suggestions

• Allegra at The Stratford - all you need to know about the Patrick Powell restaurant

  The former head chef of Chiltern Firehouse is moving up in the world, literally. He's opening this seventh-floor restaurant with sky garden in The Stratford in, yes, Stratford. 

• Omar Allibhoy is opening his latest Tapas Revolution in Westfield Stratford

  

  Omar Allibhoy is back in East London with the latest Tapas Revolution. This time around, there will be a lot of paella on the menu - and "Press for Cava" buttons. 

• Flank OG At The Print House in Stratford is all about roast meats, sharing trays and amazing Sunday roasts

  

  You might have tried their food at Market Hall Victoria or Old Spitalfields Market, but Flank's next move is to take on a long term residency in East London at The Print House in Stratford.

  Flank is all about nose-to-tail eating and cooking over fire and Flank OG, which will be in Stratford, expands their offering to more of a small plates game. From a quick look at what's on their launch menu, it definitely sounds worth checking out.

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• The Stratford Brasserie takes over the ground floor of The Stratford

  The Stratford Brasserie second restaurant to be announced in the fancy The Stratford building. It's an all-day brasserie that should have a very impressive look - coupled with an enviable outside space. 

• Tonkotsu are bringing their ramen to Stratford

  The ever-popular Tonkotsu are expanding again, with their eighth London site scheduled for Stratford this at the end of July. Expect the usual signature homemade noodle ramen, gyoza and Japanese sides, alongside a selection of craft beer, sake and cocktails.

• Henry Harris and Racine are coming to Stratford for one night only

  

  Much-loved restaurant Racine may not have found a new permanent spot yet, but if you're still suffering from withdrawal symptoms caused by its closure, then there's an upcoming chance to get a new fix. 

  Harris is popping up at Darkhorse in Stratford for one night only and that menu (paired with Darkhorse wines) includes: 

  • Seared Duck Hearts with Garlic Butter, Celeriac and Smoked Eel Remoulade
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• Bird is bringing their fried chicken to Westfield

  

  Updated 7/9/16 with opening date and launch offer

  If you've had a fried chicken craving while shopping in Westfield Stratford, then this could be just the thing for you. Bird are opening their fourth restaurant there - on the first-floor food court area (taking over the spot from Chip and Fish). There, you can expect their usual buttermilk fried chicken, chicken burgers as well as the pictured chicken and waffles. And expect their

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