The Bank in Havering

So good to be back! The food was unreal (it’s Indian now!) and the atmosphere was great too! The owners are super lovely and so welcoming, we had a great time! My mum doesn’t eat anything spicy, but they accommodated her with a fabulous chicken tikka pizza, which was delicious. Highly recommend! Photo 1 was my starter, Punjabi samosa chaat. Photo 2 was my main, onion bhaji, lamb madras, chicken malai, laccha paratha and pulao rice.

Finally with friends we made time to book a table at The Bank to try the Indian food we had heard so much about and we were not disappointed. It was a pleasure to read a menu that had dishes we were familiar with and some new dishes that we were pleased to try. Explanations were given when we made our order and there were no disappointments. The food was freshly cooked and very well presented. It was a very good atmosphere in the Bank with most people having a meal, but it is also a Bar. Sorry I didn't take any photos, thank you for a lovely evening we will definitely be back.

That WOW Factor, just popped in with my youngest son and we tried the Indian menu. It was truly amazing and of the highest standard

They have changed their menu and are now doing Indian food. It was absolutely delicious. Well cooked flavours were lovely and it was not greasy. Would definitely recommend trying it.

Went to the Bank recently lovely food well cooked and delicious . Service really good as well. Would definitely go again.

Visited on Friday evening with some family members. They had a live singer who was fantastic! The whole place was lively with a great atmosphere. We noticed some menus on the wall so decided to go back on the Sunday for some roast dinners. The service was quick, efficient and the food amazing! We were served with piping hot food, generous portions and reasonably priced. We would strongly recommend this place!

An all round great place! Lovely food, staff, atmosphere and service. Would 100% recommend to anyone who loves food and/ or drinks!

This food was amazing honestly would want the chefs in my own house the inside looks fabulous 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼 My mouth is watering with the smell of the food waiting in my mind while I hear the pots and pans smack the tables.

The chef in the Bank is absolutely phenomenal. Went for a family meal and I had the chicken, this was absolutely superb. The wife had the pork belly which looked brilliant. I can't recommend enough. The roast is £14 or it's £18 with a desert. 100% worth double that. Now to fall into a food coma and enjoy me Eton Mess.

Went for Sunday Lunch. First time here. Food amazing and totally worth the money. Recommend the homemade cheesecake. Portions are all large. Will definitely go back again.

Was starving so visited this place recently with my girlfriend. Strange feel to the place. Food basic. More like you get at a corner caff. Odd clientele, with most looking like retired football hooligans (male & female). Not the atmosphere you'd seek out on a Saturday night. Brusque service. Also noticed funny looks at my girlfriend, who's Spanish. She felt very uneasy. Not recommended if you're not white British, unless you like that kind of atmosphere.

Great place to take your kids and family for a beautifully cooked meal, friendly staff with a nice relaxed atmosphere, Food taste delicious, Authentic British friendly atmosphere with Bill and his team A must for anybody visiting the Elm Park area who enjoys a fresh cold beer or something to eat

We had a family 'meet up' here for Sunday lunch. Food was good, plenty of choice & good helpings. Very pleasant atmosphere, relaxed. We all left having enjoyed. Would definately go again. Good family venue.

Rude Staff and awful food that took forever to come out, to add it was undercooked and cold. When we complained the owner argued with us. After leaving he chased my other half down and apologised as he thought he was 'in the food industry'. DO NOT GO HERE it's a waste of money

Fantastic family night with great food and brilliant company. Family run restaurant with a brilliant atmosphere, will be returning for another delightful meal very soon!

Went into The Bank Elm Park tonight 7pm an absolute disgrace, London and Essex are going into tier 2, not one member of staff wearing a face masks and ALL the customers interacting as if Covid-19 does not exists and NO one wearing a mask. The Bank should be shut down and the owner prosecuted. I left straight away and went to the Good Intent, I felt as if I could breath, and the staff and customers were 100% doing there absolute best.

It is my favourite watering hole, lovely to catch up with Bill and the Staff plus many friends in passing. Very highly recommended you won’t be disappointed. Well done and thank you xx

Fantastic valentines evening. Ambience brilliant, with a wholly appropriate background music that completed the attentive service and great food.

As always, a fantastic warm welcome at The Bank... followed by exceptional service....choice of menu is second to none and excellent value for money ......been here quite a few times now and this venue never fails ....Billy and Lorraine always offer a warm welcome to all their guests...very family friendly and customer orientated with their customers at the heart of what they do as its evident that they provide 100% on quality and 100% value for money...my advice....give it a try..... be there or be square....just spent the perfect valentines night ....perfect ambience which makes for a very relaxing evening Well done to Billy and Lorraine and the team....keep up the good work.

Like a Munich beer Keller in the mid 1930’s - rude staff and quite useless The food must have microwaved as it was truly awful. Avoid at all costs.

Recently visited this restaurant after our annual meeting of the local parishes foreign aid missions society & we decided to have dinner last minute & unannounced.The owners could not have been more hospitable & the service & food were excellent. He even dimmed the music whilst the vicar was reading an eulogy from members currently on missionary work in Uganda. Really first class !!!A thoroughly enjoyable time was had by all and will no doubt return soon.Bless this house

Not to sure where all this negativity has come from on the past few comments!! I really wouldn’t listen to the haters. Last nights food, service and atmosphere was superb! Especially the homemade beef pie and lamb curry. Shall definitely return soon.

Been here a couple of times staff are chatty freindly and attentive but the real reason is the curry on the menu it is to die for .Wife isn't a curry eater but her meals have both been lovely.

Poor choice over heated food from the microwaved still chilled in the middle. To make matters worse a hair in my mash. No apologies no ideas.

Our Britain First branch meeting was held here, and I'm very disappointed. The Calamari was limp, and the Chicken new york was undercooked. Won't be returning.

Took family for meal there last week. My wife has a foreign accent and the owner was openly hostile to us. If this is English hospitality you can keep it. Dreadful experience.

Took my family for a meal here last week and we were all pretty disappointed. We’d been before and think the place has really gone down hill.The food was well below the quality you’d expect for the price and there seemed to be a bit of an atmosphere the whole evening - it was as if the staff didn’t seem happy working there.There are plenty of better options in Hornchurch, so we won’t be going back any time soon.

Came in for lunch on a Friday,arrogant manager,food half cooked and cold,while there was a dusting of people in there.Complained and all I got was a shrug and "sorry about that,we can't please everybody". Never again and I have warned countless people off this "restaurant".

This was our first ever visit to this restaurant and we will definitely be back! The food was excellent and the staff could not have made us feel more welcome. The Sunday roast was amazing and I even loved the roast potatoes (I’m very fussy with my roasties!). We even got offered extra potatoes and gravy. Thank you for having us!

We all had a fantastic evening at The Bank. We all ate different mains and shared a starter platter. All the food from the steak to ribs to the vegetarian lasagne was top notch. The baked camembert was especially lovely. Drinks were great especially the bucket of beers deal! The g&t;'s were great too. Service was spot on and atmosphere was relaxed and pleasant. We found the prices to be excellent value and we will definitely return soon. Thanks for a great evening to all at the Bank. All the best Lisa, Lee, Mark and Polly.

The negativity surrounding some other reviews about this restaurant are totally unfounded and profoundly childish with a whiff of political undertones.

Revisited The Bank yesterday with family and had another truly lovely meal, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming and the staff were very attentive. We were impressed on our first visit and were certainly not disappointed second time round.

Our first visit to The Bank, for a birthday celebration. Food was excellent, lovely atmosphere and the owners and staff could not have been more attentive. We don’t live in the area but hope we will have another opportunity to enjoy the food and ambience offered by this lovely restaurant.

It’s interesting to read the reviews.

Have just got home from a lovely family celebration meal at The Bank. I'd never been before, but can honestly say it was great at every level. The decor is very up to date but cosy. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and attentive. The atmosphere is relaxed but do you feel you've gone out. And finally, the food was lovely - home cooked, tasty, good portioned, and nicely served. A little haven in Elm Park. We will definitely be returning, and recommending it to friends. Thank you

All thanks to the lovely owners of the bank .. my wife had a fantastic party all the food was outstanding and never run out it kept coming and coming . I would recommend this place to anybody if you would like something a little bit more personal owners are always at front of house trying to accommodate for every need to make sure everything is running smoothly . It's a quirky old bank style venue being a family run business it's nice to personally know everybody . I have also had a lunch menu which was also fairly priced and very tasty so I would recommend this for lunch or dinner also hiring it as a venue .

I went to this restaurant today with my sister and my mum. The food was delicious and we was made to feel really welcome. I dont know how people can moan about this restaurant. Staff go out of their way and are very friendly. I normally only come here for drinks but after experincing the delicious food i will definitely be back for more. Great local place. Just what we needed.

Went here for a business meeting over lunch. Food was incredible and nice range of drinks. Very good wifi too.

Went in for a Sunday roast, fresh seafood offered at the bar, also had a roast dinner what a lovely place, great staff and great service. Highly advise

Popped in today for a lunch with a work colleague, not busy so good choice of seats, had a shared baked Camembert followed by 2 mains and a shared dessert, couple of bottles of wine, excellent service, the food was obviously freshly cooked to order and of excellent quality, price wise i was surprised how reasonable the bill was considering what we ate and drank and the service was fantastic, maybe if its busy will be slow, but today was excellent, nothing was too much of an issue and all dealt with a friendly attitude, will definitely use more often even if only for a drink, thanks to the staff there today for the great food and service

I have been using this restaurant for years and can honestly say I always have a fantastic night there . I have had lots of evening meals, the specials board always has some really good choices and the menu has a great variety. The Sunday lunch is so big that you’ll not mange to get through it. Always check out their facebook site to see what’s coming up, live music, Halloween disco, and loads more I would highly recommend this place.

Had Wet the Babies Head drinks in Bank on Saturday. Bill & Lorraine were fantastic. Lorraine in particular made sure we were all well looked after and she was a great host. Food & drink was top draw and the atmosphere was excellent. Highly recommend to all. Can’t wait to go back and try the Sunday Roast!

We've been frequenting The Bank for a few years now, I'd say we are regulars. The owners are a friendly hard working down to earth family. The atmosphere is friendly and the food is always good. I had a lovely Jamaican goat curry (although this was made with lamb) which was from the black board menu which usually changes every few days and the Sunday roasts I would say are the best. I would highly recommend The Bank Elm Park. The soul and house nights at the end of each month for over 30's are fab if you're looking for a good night out too.

Popped in for a lunchtime snack loved it so much stayed for dinner came out 8 hours later like a buckled wheel

I have been coming here for a couple of years now with my family and have always enjoyed the food and hospitality. I always enjoy foreign food, and being from an Indian decent a good Sunday roast is perfect.

The Bank was a bit wobbly a few months ago but liked it so gave it another go.Now a new chef on board resulting in good well cooked food and attentive staff.Owners Bill and Lorraine on hand who are welcoming and happy to chat.Would recommend a visit not just for Sunday lunch as I understand the kitchen is open Wednesday to Sunday and we will be back.

The Bank is one of our favourite bar/restaurants in Hornchurch/Elm Park. I just wish we live within walking distance, we'd be in there more often.

Comfortable and great value. Good homestyle cooking, and a nice place to stop for a bite or a drink. It still has the old nat. west. vault but unfortunately if you need a real bank there are non left in Elm Park.

Another great Sunday lunch here in The Bank, I would very highly recommend The Bank for friends family or just the 2 of you, xx

First time visit and should have gone sooner. Popped in for lunch which was great and good food, great service by friendly staff. Met Lorraine & Bill who were very hospitable and will be defo be going back soon. Thanks very much.

Went here last night with my wife and 3 children, 1 an infant, for my wife’s birthday, the food was gorgeous and well presented and the cocktails were on point!

Where to start, I had such high hopes for this place, with its advertised original bank vault and thought it’d really improve Elm Park. I was let down however when I actually went there. I visited on a Sunday for a roast and was shocked, I ordered pork and was told that this was not available, which obviously happens on occasion, I was offered other meat which sounded nice enough and so I ordered beef. When this turned up it was stone cold, covered in a cold and slightly solidified, cold gravy. The potatoes were a different matter, clearly had seen better days, with black marks in them. I asked for a different meal yet again and the manager reluctantly offered it and brought it back, slamming my plate on the table. On this point the manager is fairly vocal, expressing fairly unpleasant opinions here and there to customers he knew. I am also of Indian descent and I believe was not welcome there because of this but feel this is speculative.

It’s fair to say I was very apprehensive after reading some negative reviews when my husband booked this restaurant for my birthday yesterday and almost cancelled...

This wasn’t the first time I’ve been to the Bank for a Sunday dinner..... it might be the last.

Been here lots with family and friends. Staff always welcoming. Sunday roast is excellent. Had a curry here last time I visited, was lovely. Lots of choice on the menu. Good atmosphere. Always lots of families dining here. Nice decor. Also good for stopping off on way home from work for a couple of drinks. Pub prices, not over the top as some restaurants are. Never had a bad meal here. Highly recommend.

visited this fine establishment at the weekend and I will definitely go again. Family based restaurant Owners very friendly would recommend

Visited this bar/restaurant for the first time, the food was good quality and there is a good selection. It has a nice feel about it, and wasn't overly busy.

I live in Hornchurch and am a regular visitor to The Bank either with friends or quite recently sometimes alone on the way home from work for a midweek meal. I’m not the type to frequent restaurants/bars alone, but I must say I always feel comfortable here as there is always a friendly atmosphere. Sometimes (mainly weekends) there tends to be more noise at the bar due to the volume of customers, but it hasn’t ever really bothered me or my party as it’s usually laughter and people enjoying themselves. I have always had good food, enjoying the fact that it’s cooked fresh as opposed to the numerous food chains serving pre packed microwave meals. I have spoken to the owners on occasions and found them to be friendly, always having time for a chat. If someone hasn’t enjoyed their visit they are of course free to leave a review, but I do find it hard to believe some of them. Ok the place has had bad publicity recently due to a political situation, but when there is a review by someone who has visited on two occasions but somehow happens to know who the ‘regulars’ are proves to me how untrue and unfair many of these reviews are. I have recommended this place to many people who have all enjoyed their visit and said they would return. Please go if you haven’t already and make up your own mind.

Arrived at 2pm for pre drinks for a 2.45pm dinner reservation on Sunday. Bar busy. Ordered a drink and stood drinking out drink. Strange smell at the bar but wasn’t sure if this was cleaning/ chemicals or someone standing bar side - moved to the front of the venue & smell was better. Waited until 2.30, told bar staff that we had a booking & they said they would come get us when table was ready. 2.55 saw the manager & told him to be ‘snubbed’ & told ‘ok’. Waiting again until 3.10pn and then decided to leave. No one came to see us or even even though our table was clear and available (told it was table 6)! Not enough staff and saw many people waiting for long periods of time. Saw people sitting waiting for food for a long time after ordering & also lots of tables with empty plates and empty glasses for long periods of time. Wouldn’t rush back.

First day of new and improved menu. As always a very friendly and welcoming visit.

Went here about a year ago and thought it was ok but nothing special. I thought the owner was rather arrogant and I didn’t really want to spend my money there. However, my wife liked the food so we returned recently to give it another chance. Sadly, it was exactly the same again. The food isn’t bad, if a little overpriced but it’s the owner who means I won’t be going back. He’s loud, opinionated and overbearing. It’s like you’re in HIS house. I don’t want to hear his views on everything and I don’t want to be questioned on my opinions whilst I’m out with my family. I go to restaurants for a treat and to get away from work. I should not feel uncomfortable. Won’t be going back. I now go to the Istanbul Grill across the road. Always good food and always very friendly.

Wow what a surprise ..... one of the best porn star Martinis I’ve ever had and at such a good price as well.

This place is pricey for what it is and gives that feeling it thinks is (much) better than it actually is.

Had a fabulous night at the bank , would highly recommended this restaurant Fantastic service and a very friendly atmosphere

All I can say the food is top class as well as the service.

In my last review I stated that I would not return but this was a relatives birthday so obviously I could not refuse. Well there have been some improvements the service is better the food is wholesome and better then other bistro pubs but still has a long way to go to challenge that's if they want to the better restaurants.

Only just bringing myself to write this review. Went there with my family for my birthday and it was the most awful experience ever. My daughter had seafood linguine which stank and she had a few mouthfuls and stopped eating it. Just as well as she felt ill in the night. I had the steak which was so overcooked and tough I couldn't cut it. The waitress noticed and I asked for it to be taken back. 45 minutes later I still didn't get a steak so I told them to leave it as we were leaving. The owner became really rude and nasty and said some awful things to me in front of my family and my child. My husband had to usher me out as I was fuming. This place needs to be closed down.

We attended a 60th birthday party for my friend who lives close by and goes there a lot. It was our first time.

Been here twice and on two occasions the food I have been served has been adequate if overpriced for what it is. Members of the party however were served food that they found to be inadequate and of poor quality, for example overly garlicky Thai food. The owner treats the place as if it is his own personal club for himself and associates and is rude to both the staff and customers alike, for example interrogating members of our party as to why they had not finished a large portion of food. In addition he seems to feel as if he has carte Blanche to be as rude as he likes.

i have visited this resaurant three times now.

Went as a family group to celebrate a daughter in laws graduation. Sadly 2 were ill in the night, we think due to a fish dish. The others thought it was just OK but we won’t be returning.

Mi segunda vez. No baja la calidad de la comida ni del servicio. Comida tradicional adaptada a los nuevos tiempos. Quien dice que en Londres no se come bien? Dispone de salas privadas para pequeños grupos.

There's just a weird vibe about this place from the moment you walk in. It strives way too hard to be a 'cool' venue with its quirky decor but everything was average in substance, from the menu items (with the pretentious non-decimalised prices) to the service, and as a Tripadvisor review below explains they are lax on the food allergy front also, so I would avoid this place whether or not you're allergic to anything. Far better options in the immediate area.

Service took forever without getting to the point, bad fashion taste and hair, owner was threatening and expressed racist views

My sister and I recently had a late breakfast here, very convenient as it is served until 5.00 p.m. We both thought every item was delicious right down to the toast.

I would like to give this place a higher rating because the atmosphere is good and the decor is lovely. It looks like a great place to go to meet friends, have a meal and a drink. Elm Park has long needed a re-vamp and the arrival of Costa, Sainsbury’s and this great looking cocktail bar seemed to add to the improvements.

I visited recently with a friend and the food was very average and certainly not worth the price. I had the bank burger and not only was it a small patty with way too much bread, but also the chips were soggy and under cooked.

Visited wity my family. The food was cold and when we complained the manager was rude and we felt very uncomfortable. Defiantly avoid this place. one of the worst restaurant experiences ever.

One of the best desserts that I have ever tasted. Prompt service, clean and atmospheric. Highly recommend the desserts.

This restaurant was recommended to me by a friend, and what a find it was.

We have visited on many occasions and recommended to many others who have never had nothing but praise for this place. Lovely, not overpriced, tasty food with great staff keep up the great work x

As somebody has said earlier, there have been some extreme reviews on this place. I like to make my own decisions and visited with an open mind.

Went here with a group. Food was nice, service was good, my friend actually said it was the best meal she’d had in a long time! The only fault was we felt a little rushed at the end of the night, someone was sweeping up around us as we finished our drinks (very obviously shutting up shop) and it was only about 11pm. Other than that though - good restaurant!

Tried this restaurant when I was on business in the area. Found the management very angry and rude....I only asked if they had gammon on the menu and the management went mental. After being seated which took ages, I decided against the gammon and went for steak which was over cooked and tasteless......a bit like the manager.

After my last visit when I posted a very positive review I returned with a degree of trepidation following recent poor reviews. I thought it must have changed hands or the chef left.

Always love visiting the bank, always get a warm welcome, friendly atmosphere, great food and amazing coctails. Highly recommend.

Lovely location but absolutely abysmal service. Food was adequate but overpriced. Took some time to arrive at the table. Owner was a very rude man

Tasteless overpriced food. Bad service, long wait to be served. Would not recommend. There were only two of us, hate to think what would happen to a bigger party.

Rather pretentious. Bad food, presented badly that wasn’t even cooked properly. The owner has a real problem with his attitude. Avoid this place and it’s awful overpriced food

Staff were polite, management were not; I complained about my roast being overcooked and they didn't do a thing about it.

The owner was so rude and ignorant, and obviously doesn’t like to be confronted and corrected by women.

The food fabulous the place fabulous and the customer service fabulous the staff were so lovely and couldn’t of been any more nicer what more can I say other than FABULOUS...😁

Fantastic place. Whether you want a beer with mates or a meal with family. I think this is great. I had a meal with my partner and would definitely recommend it. The owner, Lorraine, was absolutely brilliant and the staff pretty much cater to your every need. 100% recommend. Would give 5☆

What a lovely bar and restaurant great food great atmosphere would highly recommend for a great night out or just for drink

Thought i'd try as the restaurant looks semi decent but flavours are poor and tasteless. Definitely style over substance.

Arrived here for Sunday Lunch with my extended family, we had previously booked but had to wait 45 minutes to be seated! When at last we were seated they took another half hour to serve us! By this point we were obviously starving! The waiter was very rude, remarking that we had to wait so long for our food because some of our party had requested the halal meat. When we finally got our food the vegetables were overdone and like mush, the potatoes were burnt and my chicken was like rubber! Needless to say, a couple of us were ill after! I would never return here! Truly awful! Rude staff, poor service and terrible cooking.

Are here after a long shift at work and riding around looking for something to eat. Stumbled accross this belter .

Sunday afternoon lunch in the bank, when we arrived we sat at the bar drinking pink gin, that' was a first for me, after 15 mins we was showed to our table where we ordered the lamb roast, this arrived in a short time, the food was tasty with the lamb being lean and cooked how we like, the place was busy and lively, we had a few more drinks then payed our bill this I thought was reasonable for the amount of drinks we had, before we left the front of house (Bill) enquired if every thing was ok and offered a drink on him before we left, this was a nice touch but we refused the offer as I was driving but would take him up on his offer the next time we book, this will be soon, as the fish menu looked very enticing ,reading the reviews on here I think people might have been to a different Bank restaurant to us, we liked it enough to return again

Went on a Sunday afternoon to eat there was only 2 other couples already eating in the restaurant an another couple at the bar ordered our food ( set menu )

Very friendly host who was prepared to make cocktails not on menu which were brilliant as was the food