This page will be dedicated to any restaurants that I have come across that offer some great options for us Diabetics. I warn you now due to my vegetable aversion expect to see a lot of meat dishes on here. Consider the following my list of Diabetic Friendly Restaurants.
Also worth noting I am dating a Brazilian woman so the first two must be excused but they can be recommended for sure regardless.
Braza Brazilian BBQ
Authentic Brazilian BBQ & Unlimited Buffet – Braza London
I am a regular dining at Braza Romford, and it is always exceptional! From the moment you walk in, you will be greeted with warm smiles and a vibrant atmosphere that sets the tone for a wonderful evening.
The restaurant is beautifully decorated, with a lively ambiance that perfectly captures the spirit of Brazilian culture. The staff are incredibly attentive and knowledgeable, making you feel welcome and well taken care of throughout our visit.
Food
Now, onto the star of the show – the food. The Brazilian BBQ at Braza Romford is nothing short of spectacular. For individuals with type 2 diabetes, Braza Romford is an excellent choice as you can feast on a variety of delicious meats without worrying about high-carb options. The meats are cooked to perfection, with a wide variety of options to suit all tastes. Each cut was juicy, flavourful, and expertly seasoned, making it easy to enjoy a satisfying meal that aligns with a low-carb diet.
The salad bar and side dishes are equally impressive, offering a range of delicious and fresh options to complement the BBQ. For those managing diabetes, the selection of non-starchy vegetables and protein-rich beans is a welcome addition.
The feijoada, a traditional Brazilian black bean stew, is particularly noteworthy and adds an authentic touch to the meal without spiking blood sugar levels.
Service
The continuous table service is a unique and delightful experience, with servers bringing freshly grilled meats directly to your table until you are completely satisfied. This allows diners to enjoy protein-rich meals, which are essential for managing blood sugar levels effectively.
They have an excellent cocktail menu. The caipirinhas are expertly mixed and the perfect accompaniment to the hearty BBQ fare, though us diabetics may want to opt for a low-sugar drink or enjoy them in moderation.
Foga de Chào
Authentic Brazilian BBQ in Soho (there are other locations)
I have visited this place a few times though most recently to catch up with an old colleague and his other half and mine.
Food
Similar to Braza, though Fogo had more options I would say. The salad bar as my other half could attest was great, however as above the star of the show here is the meat. For £55 (at the time of writing) you could help yourself to the full Rodhizio grill + deserts. The Picanha was full of flavour and paired with a nice hot spicy sauce (to the horror of my partner) it went down a treat with as expected very low carbs.
Service
As with Braza and other Brazilian BBQ restaurants you can help yourself and then use a paddle system to determine if servers carve you fresh cuts of meat as they walk around.
Fogo is bigger than Braza and hence had more options but I felt it may have been a bit too busy. Whilst we were not rushed out per se it was a faster turnaround than Braza.
Keonbae Korean BBQ
Keonbae Korean BBQ & Beer restaurant in Royal Crest Avenue in the Royal Docks (near Excel centre)
Recently we visited this in order to say goodbye to my partners friend who has been living with us for a perod of time before heading back to Brazil.
Food
I don’t know if you have eaten in a Korean BBQ but nothing says fresh food than actually cooking it yourself on the table top. The menu has some great meat options for us Diabetics, the Wagyu steak was amazing. Being able to cook this to your liking was a great twist.
We purchased one of the meat platters, chicken, pork and beef on a tray, you can then fry this off to your liking like the Wagyu steak.
Service
The team at Keonbae were great, as we had never been before they explained how the system works. They would turn on the grill when the food arrives and to wait circa 2 minutes for it to heat up. Meat would then take 3-4 minutes depending how you like it cooked.
Service was prompt and I liked the fact you ordered from an iPad, you could order more at any time, simply add what you want to you order. Would happily go back to this place.