The Med Kitchen in Croydon

We visited for my father's 92nd birthday. The food was delicious, the service prompt and friendly. Our only slight problem was that as three older people with hearing problems the volume was quite overpowering. Altogether though I would highly recommend this restaurant.

My friends and I recently went to this restaurant having booked for 6.30pm on a Saturday. It turns out that the restaurant has two sittings. As we had booked for the first sitting , we had to vacate the restaurant by 8pm. This gives us only 90 mins. Unfortunately we all felt rushed with our meal. The waiters kept hovering around our table at every stage. When we got our starters served, we felt that the waiters were keeping an eye on our table as to when they can take the plates away for the main course. Same happened with the main course. We felt under pressure to finish the meal and go. Not a good feeling. At 8pm there were plenty tables empty so it does not feel that they were busy. I hope that whoever decides to visit this restaurant does not book for the early sitting.

Lovely venue for a birthday celebration. Friendly staff and good grub

Lovely food, great atmosphere and excellent service 😀

The four of us had a selection of main meals, all great with well presented sides. Our two friends come here often and sometimes get takeaways. The staff were very attentive. We went to an early eve sitting and although the place had plenty of tables full, you could hear yourself speak and chat nicely.

Had a lunch visit at The Medicine Kitchen today—service was stellar and lightning quick. The food? Perfectly cooked, juicy, and tender. Couldn’t have asked for a better meal! If you’re in the area, it’s a must-try spot.

Lovely restaurant with huge portions that you can take home if you can't eat it all but waiters could do with using some Deodorant:-) so sorry but it's true

I am disabled in an electric wheelchair and this was my first time at this restaurant. It was easy to get into the restaurant and there was plenty of room at and around the table. Sometimes I feel as if I am in the way but not here. The food was excellent, service was great and the portion sizes were amazing. Thank you, we will be back!

Amazing food, so delicious you won't want to leave without being full! A great choice for friends and family

Great food, plenty for money spend Nice staff and nice place

Med Kitchen in Sanderstead has a menu which features a range of classic dishes like hummus, falafel, kebabs, and grilled vegetables, often paired with flavorful herbs and spices. The ambiance is casual yet inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal and the portions are generous. While some may find the pricing a bit high for casual dining, the quality of the food makes it worthwhile. Overall, it’s a great spot for those craving authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Only thing disappointing was we felt we were being rushed while still eating our starters and I had ordered normal hot water with my meal which I was charged for. Other than that everything was amazing and would highly recommend for all to go there.

Med Kitchen in Sanderstead has a menu which features a range of classic dishes like hummus, falafel, kebabs, and grilled vegetables, often paired with flavorful herbs and spices. The ambiance is casual yet inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal and the portions are generous. While some may find the pricing a bit high for casual dining, the quality of the food makes it worthwhile. Overall, it’s a great spot for those craving authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Only thing disappointing was we felt we were being rushed while still eating our starters and I had ordered normal hot water with my meal which I was charged for. Other than that everything was amazing and would highly recommend for all to go there.

Have visited enough times to know it is reliably extremely good, takeaway included. Great atmosphere inside, perfect for almost any social occasion be it a dinner for two or a catch up with friends. The staff are attentive and present and the food is sublime.

Always love this place. The food is brilliant, portions are large and the staff are kind. My wife and I got a starter and main each and cost us £60. It's become one of our regular places to eat. Being able to book the table online is useful too.

The choice of food was extensive and delicious. The staff were attentive and so accommodating. The waiter engaged and chatted with my 4 year old grandson which I thought was nice. The decor was welcoming and cozy. The bathroom facilities were spotless. Definitely go to the Med Kitchen if you are in the area.

Very nice, friendly staff, doing great days... food delicious. Highly recommended

We've recently moved into the area and are totally in love with this place. Staff are great and it's right in the village so easy to get to, food is super yummy.

The food was outstanding , the staff were friendly , the ambience was a sight to behold , kudos to Jay, Ali and Lena. The food was so good that my husband finished his food this time . I had Adana kebab while my hubby had burger wheat with salmon. And the cocktail Pina colada was just perfect. We plan going again and again. No regrets .

We visited for our 10 year wedding anniversary and had a wonderful time. The food was incredible and the service was excellent. Cannot recommend enough.

Nice food and good service, dog friendly outside only, it was a nice summers evening so our luck was in. Good vegan options.

Great food, definitely would recommend the mix grill

Cozy atmosphere, nice food and very good portion sizes.

Always excellent ! Fantastic food, service, atmosphere and lovely staff. I love every visit and it never fails to impress.

I’ve dined at The Med Kitchen several times, and each visit has been nothing short of delightful. The quality of the food is consistently outstanding, with authentic Mediterranean flavours that never fail to impress. The portions are generous, ensuring each meal is both satisfying and delicious. The service is another aspect that truly shines. The waitstaff are always attentive and professional, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I would like to particularly commend Neco, Memo, and Ali, who have gone above and beyond to provide exceptional service every time I've visited. Their dedication and friendliness are remarkable, making each dining experience at The Med Kitchen truly enjoyable. I will certainly continue to return.

Superb food and very friendly staff. They happily catered for a party of 10. Highly recommended!

The food was very nice it was worth the money. Would go again.

absolutely brilliant ! from starters to desserts we enjoyed having dinner here. the ambience is really pleasant, especially since the interior is immaculately gorgeous🤩 the menu also has many many choices, therefore i struggled to pick just one haha!! however the salmon i ordered is so delicious, i would recommend it to anyone. and i must mention the staff as they are highly attentive & caring, constantly offering great service - thank you very much for making our visit highly enjoyable x

What a fab place to celebrate a birthday, we had a great table to enjoy the evening sunshine. Very attentive service and lush food. Thank you to all the team I had a lovely birthday.

Good quality food at decent prices. Had the lunch menu.

1st time .... little gem of a restaurant. Will defo go again with my family.. Staff are very welcoming and attentive... Like the way they make sure your are enjoying your food, ensuring your time with them is a good 1

Very tasty food. We had a sharing platter for 2 but easily fed 4. The staff were very attentive and good for a laugh. Would definitely recommend this place

Lovely meal with my family to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Food great, lunch menu good value and impeccable service by Jay. Thoroughly recommend!

Friendly staff. The food is fresh and nice. Tapas are quite filling.

We love the food and staff at Med Kitchen. Special thanks to Jay who always looks after us so brilliantly. So lucky to have Med and the Med team as our local restaurant. It is and they are the best!

We visited The Med Kitchen last night with our family to celebrate our eldest daughters birthday. We are currently visiting from Australia & the restaurant was highly recommended to us. Straight away the restaurant was inviting. We were welcomed by the staff like we were old friends. We had a variety of starters (bread, hummus, garlic Mushrooms & haloumi) which were all delicious (& very moreish!). We chose different mains so that we could try a few dishes because it was hard to choose what to order. The servings were generous so sharing was easy. The kids menu not only covered the usual nugget & chips, but also turkish options just in a smaller serving size. Perfect for kids that enjoy trying new foods. Towards the end of our night the restaurant erupted into singing Happy Birthday to our daughter - with Jay bringing out an amazing dessert especially for her complete with candles. We had hoped for a nice birthday dinner & The Med Kitchen went so far beyond our expectations. Incredible food, amazing customer service. We will definitely be back to the restaurant (hopefully on this trip! But definitely next time we travel over).

First visit and very impressed by warm welcome, nice decor and pleasant ambience. Service efficient and friendly, nice food - both meat and fish cooked well - and a choice of chips aswell as rice! Efes 50cl always enjoyable. Went Saturday night, and seemed to be two sittings, 6pm (totally full) and 8.15pm, so no chance of a long stay over coffee ! Highly recommended.

Lovely as always, host extended our table booking and waiting staff were very attentive.

Visited last night for our anniversary meal. Jay and the team provided excellent service. The food was great, exactly as explained in the menu. It can get a bit noisy but that adds to the atmosphere in my opinion. Will be back, this is my new favourite restaurant.

Really enjoyed our visit here! The staff are very welcoming and friendly, kept checking in on us throughout our meal which was really lovely. The food and cocktails were delicious and reasonably priced, I recommend the King Prawn Garlic Butter to anyone who likes prawns, absolute delicious and I found myself ordering it again the next day (for takeaway though, because I was a bit embarassed lol). The cocktails were so tasty, we ended up spending around £35 per person for starters, mains and cocktails so really reasonable! Definitely recommend!

Always the best place to have food . Every dish is outstanding. Excellent customer service . They go an extra mile to ensure your comfort and experience

I love this place... food is delicious 😋 although I would like to see creme brulee on the desert menu. Friendly, attentive staff & a lovely atmosphere. Would recommend 👌

We enjoyed our dinner, delicious food and drinks. Will come back again soon.

Low score is for the extremely poor service at this restaurant. Food is lovely though. Every time I have been here could have sat all day waiting for service. Almost like the waiters here are doing you a favour by taking your order. Not made to feel welcome

Went there to have lunch and to sit outside (was a nice afternoon) but they wouldn't seat me outside because I would have been too near someone seated inside near the window. Why bother with the outside seating area!?

Good choice of Mediterranean dishes, food is always plentifu

Yummy food and generous portions! First visit but surely won't be last. Prawns dishes r brill

Consistently good food, reasonably priced.

We love Med Kitchen! The food is delicious, the portions are huge, the staff are attentive and friendly. Nothing is too much for them. The restaurant itself has a lovely ambience. They made an effort for my birthday too with a candle, etc.

have dined here on multiple occasions and the food is always super delish! always a nice ambience and the staff are very welcoming. service from ali today was great, he was so kind and attentive. thank you :)

This is my favourite restaurant. The food is out of this World, no matter what you order. The menu is full of delicious, fresh, healthy choices. The waiters greet you like a long lost friend and you are made to feel very welcome. Even the free olives are delicious!!

Good food , brilliant flavour. And kind staff , would recommend . Had the mixed grill .

We were very welcomed to the restaurant as a family. the service was great. the food was excellent taste and presentation.

Brilliant place in Sanderstead. The environment was very good, only to be topped up by the excellent food. Ali was great with his service as well. Well recommended.

Excellent food and service . Ali was excellent and took great care of us .. Definitely a must go !!!

Atmosphere really depends on the time of day. I have tried three different times just to see if the food would come out at the same high standards. Service has been 10/10 so far. Talking from someone who extremely fussy and a fully qualified chef. Clean, very friendly and on point!! (Ali ) and the rest of the MED staff have managed to look after myself, friends and family this week celebrating birthdays. Food cooked to perfection . There was no need to add extra seasoning due to the different flavours….thank you @MED

Wonderful food, wonderful service, wonderful atmosphere. Love this place!

The most relaxed meal I've had! Didn't feel rushed (quiet Monday lunctime) and it was really pleasant; Staff were also relaxed and friendly. Lentil soup was delicious!

The food was amazing. The service was Very good and waiter's was all ways around to service you

WOW WOW WOW These guys know there way around flavours, everything i ordered tickled my stomach in a very pleasant way, I ordered sword fish with chips and salad which was amazing 👏 my friend ordered the chicken which was wry succulent, the olive 🫒 were the best ever, mushrooms were the best ever, customer service was very good. Thank you for the beautiful experience guys.

Amazing food, staff are fantastic If I could rate more than 5 🌟 I would have given it. I keep going back ❤️❤️❤️

Great food, super big portions, good service, nice atmosphere

Had a lovely evening with my sisters. We were warmly welcomed and our server, Ali, was friendly and attentive. The food was hot and delicious (the choice amazing) and the ambience buzzing!. Already looking forward to a return visit!! Highly recommend !!

Food is excellent and portions are very big, take a very good appetite.

We've been to this place for several occasions. Birthdays mainly but have always rec'd 5* service. Highly recommend

It's a very nice place, I recommend you to try it.

The restaurant felt vibrant and lively and was decorated stylishly. All the staff were friendly and courteous and the meal was absolutely delicious. It was a great experience!"

"I recently dined at The Med and was thoroughly impressed by both the food and the staff. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism. The atmosphere was inviting and set the perfect tone for the evening. Thank you.

The food is delicious, Great service all the staff so lovely especially our waiter Jay ! Would definitely recommend !

Very good food I got lamb cutlets, cooked to perfection soft and juicy. Servers very kind would 100 percent come back

Great evening lovely food and service thanks guys

Never had a bad meal here and last night was no exception, quality food, lovely staff and good value. Pete and Amanda

Fantastic service cosy environment Wonderful food

The lunch menu is excellent. Great choice, good value and cooked to perfection.

Great food and good service. Varied menu of traditional Turkish food. Very reasonable prices too. Nice and clean and very friendly staff

The lamb cutlets are fantastic.

I was there for a birthday party with friends. The food was fabulous and the service was amazing! They served my birthday cake with candles and music! Special shoutout to our fantastic waiter Jay who was a great server for us!

Fantastic night at Med Kitchen celebrating the New Year ! Fabulous food and great service ! Belly dancer and singer Gemma Dee got the party started ! My friends and I loved it ! Happy 2024 !

This restaurant is consistently outstanding in the execution of its food and I know that if I want a good meal, then coming here will always ensure this. I recently came here with my friend and tried their new garlic butter prawn dish which was beautiful - my new favourite. My friend always enjoys her food here and loved her prawn and salmon kebab skewers. The portions are ample here - so much so that I’ve yet to try their desserts….hopefully one day.. I also noticed that they’ve added a few new dishes to their menu and it made a nice change. I will definitely come back.

A lovely meal at The Med Kitchen - really friendly and kind family who made us feel very welcome 🥰 The restaurant is elegantly and festively decorated at the moment and there were a lot of families dining, great atmosphere. The menu is varied and lots of starters, chargrilled dishes and specials. For starters we had: the Whitebait (deliciously fried) and the baked Aubergine with veg, so soft and tasty. For mains, 🍲 the Chicken Guvec (Turkish casserole) was divine! The chicken was so tender, very gooey too - served with Bulgur wheat as our chosen side. We also loved the Mixed Kofte (minced lamb / minced chicken skewers) 🍢, generous portions and with chunky chips. The food is of excellent quality and very fresh, very flavoursome. Great value for money and overall, a great choice to come with family and friends!

Went here for our Christmas Dinner. Had a great time. Food was great 👍

Amazing food, service, hospitality.

Visited today, have been before but a while ago. Food is excellent and service friendly and attentive. Would recommend Med Kitchen to everyone.

As a south london turkish cockney geezer...I know my turkish restaurants....this for me is up there...top food...top service....if I could give it 6/5 I would.....absolutely best restaurant in the manor.

We went for a birthday meal for our 10 year old son. I had referenced this reason for the visit when I booked online. After the main course they brought out some chocolate cake (having asked us discreetly about allergies shortly before) with a candle as a surprise while everyone sang happy birthday, The food was absolutely delicious, the ambience lovely and the service outstanding. This place is a “must visit” if you are in the area.

Large group of 18, service was great, food exceptional. Made to feel very welcome, would definitely recommend. Thanks so much

What a wonderful spot! Family run and it shows, we visited with our 2 daughters aged 3 and 1, we were welcomed as soon as we came through the door, high chairs available, a great kids menu too. The food and drink is so so good, couldn’t recommend more! X

Very impressed with our meal tonight. We had so much food, we had to take some home. Great value for the quantity and quality of food, varied menu and cocktails were amazing. They did a birthday song for our son. Fantastic service. Highly recommend, we will definitely be going back!

This place is always busy and you need to book otherwise you’ll be disappointed. It’s good quality food overall but the speed of how they operate kinda ruins the experience of dinner here , it always seems to be ‘eat, drink and get out quickly’. I’ve found that over past 3-4 years the quality has not been that consistent which is annoying but that is the main gripe I would say I have.

Really good food and surprisingly lively atmosphere for Tuesday evening. Unfussy and professional Mediterranean cooking in good surroundings.

A lovely place. Food was great. Atmosphere was very friendly.

Been wanting to visit here for a while as having driven past a few times looks well presented and inviting, plus friends had said it was nice. Our opinion of the service was very good but unfortunately the food did not live up to expectations for us. The Sucuk sausage starter was quite bland, although the Chicken Liver was more tasty. Both our mains were quite disappointing, my Lamb Kleftico dish was not great, the lamb was quite fatty and the sauce watery with not very much flavour at all I'm sorry to say. My partners Chicken Beyti was drenched to being soggy with quite bland yoghurt and the Bulgar Wheat tasted stale. I'm afraid I wouldn’t recommend it here. I'd spend my eating out time and money elsewhere☹️☹️

I booked a table for 14 for a birthday celebration. I could’ve asked for more the staff, food and environment was brilliant! Thank you for making our evening special.

Service was impeccable, the menu was very varied,food was presented beautifully, and really good portions ,friendly staff ,well worth a visit .had a great time

I've been here many times. The food never disappoints. The service is really good. Staff are very friendly. I would highly recommended this restaurant

Had an amazing time here for my dad's 78th birthday. Jay was amazing 👏 Ns made the whole family welcome good food, good service, great atmosphere. Highly recommended . Thanks Jay and all at med kitchen xx

Second time here, great food, great service, and a buzzing atmosphere, loved it will return!

An all round wonderful experience! Visited on a Saturday night - service was great, very friendly waiters who are obviously very passionate in what they do! As starter I had the Halloumi - very nicely presented and tasted brilliant. Main was the Chicken Sheesh - blown away with the smoked flavour, generous portion sizes and just couldn’t get enough. Tasted the profiteroles and Baklava - both light yet tasted phenomenal! Washed down with a couple of the (fish bowl sized) cocktails! Blown away with this little place, will definitely be frequenting this place again

Second visit to this lovely restaurant, this time for a birthday meal. The restaurant is gorgeous with a good atmosphere, service is excellent, menu choice and food is amazing. Took a cake and balloons which was bought out for dessert accompanied by happy birthday music really lovely evening 👌🏻🍹 Highly recommend for a date, dinner or lunch with family or friends.

we went today for the first time we had good service and lovely food will be going again soon very good value. We have been back a few times now, and we have always had good service from whoever is working their so I can say it wasn't a one-off

Great atmosphere, service and food.