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Hare & Tortoise
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
Don't let the pubby name fool you—this Ealing staple serves up serious Pan-Asian vibes with a focus on Japanese comfort food that won't break the bank. The modern, warm wooden interior feels far more expensive than the sub-£10 prices suggest, making it a go-to for students, young couples, and anyone craving generous portions of ramen, tempura, or fresh sushi. It's consistently busy for a reason: reliable quality, efficient service, and a menu that stretches way beyond noodles into curry, laksa, and crispy spring rolls.
Known For
- •generous portions
- •fresh handmade sushi
- •varied Pan-Asian menu
- •modern decor on a budget
Best For
quick lunchcasual dinnergroup meals
1 review
City InsidersEditorialMarch 31, 2026
Ealing's Reliable Pan-Asian Staple
Hare & Tortoise has been a Ealing institution since 2000, and it's easy to see why. The space feels surprisingly upscale with its warm wooden finishes and modern styling, yet you're paying student-friendly prices for food that genuinely delivers. The menu is impressively vast—think ramen bowls, crispy tempura, fresh sushi rolls, plus Thai curry laksa and Malaysian-style dishes that let you cross borders without leaving your seat. Portions are generous, service is quick and efficient, and the place is almost always packed, which in my book is the best seal of approval.
What I love most is how it balances quality with affordability. You can grab a table for two without elbowing strangers, order a proper meal for under £10, and walk away happy. The vegan options are surprisingly thoughtful too—try the vegan duck rolls or the okonomiyaki sticks if you want something different. It's not fine dining, but it's solid, dependable comfort food that locals keep coming back to year after year.