IYI (HMC)

IYI (HMC) brings proper Turkish cooking to Dagenham, where locals have been swinging by for flame-grilled meats and fresh meze since it opened. The kitchen holds a solid Food Hygiene Rating, and regulars keep coming back for the kind of charcoal-fired flavour that’s hard to find elsewhere in the area. It’s a no-fuss place that lets the food do the talking — exactly what a neighbourhood takeaway should be.

You’ll want the Adana kebab, hand-minced and spiced, charred on the grill until it’s smoky and tender. The lamb shish is another standout, served with buttery rice, grilled peppers, and a slick of tangy yoghurt on the side. Everything comes with proper flatbread, still warm, ideal for scooping up the hummus or the smoky baba ganoush. Order direct from the restaurant for the best deal — they cover most of Dagenham for delivery.