Ely Reviews
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Ely Turkish & Meze Bar, Ely
“ad” – Why is this here? It is an exciting time for the Ely food scene, with new venues seemingly popping up across the city every other week. While it is easy to get swept up in the latest shiny new restaurant, we sometimes forget the quality institutions that are already here and have been serving us reliably for years. There is no better example of this than Ely Turkish & Meze Bar. Walking into Ely…
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Le Spice, Ely – Consistent quality.
After an absolutely exhausting day with the family, the last thing I wanted to do was face the kitchen. When you are that level of tired, you don’t want to take a gamble on somewhere new; you want consistency, quality, and familiarity. So, I fell back on a long-standing favourite of mine that has never steered me wrong – It was time for a well-overdue visit to Le Spice on Fore Hill. Regular readers of…
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My Experience @ Ely Eel Festival 2026
It is the May Bank Holiday again, so that only means one thing – the Ely Eel Festival is here! This is the biggest day of the year, where the entire city comes alive with colour and fun, and honestly, the atmosphere is just electric. If you are thinking of visiting Ely for the day then this is the time to arrive! The Eel Festival has been running for twenty years now, proving to be…
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Limora, Ely’s brand new restaurant!
Another day, another exciting restaurant opens up in Ely. Our city is truly becoming a foodie hotspot, with fresh and vibrant spots being added all the time. Today marked the grand opening of Limora, a Mediterranean restaurant on Chequer Lane, tucked away in the space formerly occupied by the old furniture shop behind the Hereward pub. I was buzzing to try this one because it’s a proper local family affair. The Ata family have been…
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Happy 5th birthday to Sushi & Salad!
At the time of writing, Sushi & Salad sponsors a banner on our blog (ad) Has it really been five years since Sushi & Salad first opened its doors in Ely? Before they opened, I’d been saying for ages that the city was crying out for a proper sushi spot. You can imagine my delight when it finally arrived – not only filling that gap but absolutely knocking it out of the park. I don’t…
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Eat Ya Fajita @ The Chequers, Sutton (Ely)
The Chequers has undergone a bit of a renaissance since the new owners took over last year. What was once a sleepy village pub that felt like a relic of the past has been invigorated with a broader beer selection, live sports, and a rotation of food vans every Friday night. Starting this year, the pub decided to trial food vans on the last Saturday of every month – perfectly timed for just after pay…
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Sylhet Indian Restaurant, Ely
“AD” – Why is this here? Anyone living in Ely will tell you that the Sylhet Indian restaurant is an institution in the city. It has offered consistent Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine for decades and has been a favourite of mine for some time. Lately, there has been a fair bit of confusion regarding the status of the restaurant, located on Market Street. After chatting with local residents, it is clear that rumours are flying –…
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Burger Bosses @ The Townhouse, Ely
“AD” – Why is this here? Steve Ship is back. The man behind the popular Stacked & Loaded and Inferno Grill has returned to The Townhouse, Ely, now offering his classic line-up of burgers, loaded fries, and milkshakes. You may recall my recent review of his Cluckin’ Crispy Chicken in the very same location. This is the same business but has since rebranded and expanded, moving past an exclusively chicken based experience to a wider menu…
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A Sunday roast at Amelie’s @ Ben’s Yard, Stuntney
“AD” – Why is this here? Amelie’s is so much more than just Flammkuchen and now offers a roast dinner menu for those up and coming winter months. I am always sceptical of a Sunday roast when it isn’t served in a wholesome, picturesque English pub, but if anywhere can do it, it is the award-winning Amelie’s. A beautiful, purpose built restaurant Being part of the purpose-built Ben’s Yard, Amelie’s is light and spacious with a…
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Cluckin’ Crispy Chicken @ The Townhouse, Ely
I visited the Townhouse pub in Ely to try their new Cluckin’ Crispy Chicken menu. Ely doesn’t have a dedicated fried chicken joint, so it is a welcome addition to the city’s ever-growing food scene. I always forget how much I love the Townhouse every time I visit. It has a great vibe, with not only a friendly staff team but also a lovely crowd. People were chatty, making conversation, and genuinely having a laugh.…
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