This BYOB Whitechapel Punjabi institution is famous for sizzling seekh kebabs and lamb chops at low prices, but expect loud, hectic, no-frills dining with queues, not romance.
“Tayyabs is just as good as ever, despite intense competition from other Brick Lane restaurants.”
– Gayot
Independent
"Tayyabs is a frenetic Pakistani-Punjabi restaurant tucked away in a back street in Whitechapel – not far from Brick Lane, but far enough." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"Opened in 1974, Tayyabs has smartened itself up over the years but still offers the same straightforward Pakistani food."
Time Out
"If you come here expecting a relaxing evening, cheery service or an intimate atmosphere, you’ll be disappointed: this is a full-on, massive, hectic, loud, in-and-out sort of place." Full review
Zagat
4.5
""Sumptuous" mains accompanied by "standout" naan and lassis are dished out at this Whitechapel Pakistani with a BYO policy." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Lipsmacking seekh kebabs alone are worth the queues."
Fodor's
"Best bets include Karachi okra, slow-cooked "dry meat," minced-meat seekh kebabs, Karahi prawns, hot steaming naan breads, and Tayyab's famous spicy char-grilled Karahi lamb chops."
Condé Nast Traveler
"This famous, BYOB Punjabi diner in Whitechapel is loud and boisterous (no one’s on a romantic date), but what you’re there for are the sizzling plates of meat." Full review
The Nudge
4.0
"Sometimes you just need a refined, expertly cooked eight course wine-paired meal in a classy but casual, well staffed, well run and well executed establishment." Full review
Frommer's
"Tayyabs' gutsy food at low prices provides a welcome change from the more tourist-orientated Brick Lane Indian restaurants." Full review
Time Out
"The multicultural area has them by the bucketload in joints as popular as long-standing Tayyabs – the restaurant has been going strong since 1972, doubtless thanks to its cheap eats and..."
Experts' Choice Award 
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Rough Guide
Time Out
Zagat
Not For Tourists
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
The Nudge
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