Nestled on bustling Romford Road, Dua Kafe is the kind of neighbourhood spot you stumble into for a quick cappuccino and end up bookmarking as your new go-to for comforting Italian plates with a Middle-Eastern soul. Recently refreshed under passionate new management, the café blends London-style casual with the warmth of a family-run trattoria: think wood-fired aromas, Arabic hospitality, and a playlist that hops from classic Italian crooners to laid-back indie. Inside, gleaming espresso machines sit next to trays of just-baked croissants, while the open kitchen rolls out thin-crust pizzas that transport you straight to Naples. Whether you’re grabbing a pre-commute flat white, fuelling a remote-working afternoon, or settling in for an unhurried dinner, Dua Kafe delivers flavour, friendliness, and value in equal measure. ☕🍕
Menu
– Authentic Pizza – 48-hour fermented dough topped with San Marzano sauce; crowd favourites include the Diavola (spicy Calabrian salami 🌶️) and a veggie Verdure loaded with roasted courgette & aubergine.
– Fresh Pasta – silky tagliatelle tossed with Scottish salmon & dill-cream, slow-simmered beef ragù, or seasonal pesto Genovese.
– Jacket Potatoes – giant, fluffy centres with toppings like tuna-sweetcorn, nduja-mozzarella, or vegan chilli for a lighter lunch. 🥔
– Breakfast Bites – buttery almond croissants, shakshuka with warm focaccia, and an all-day English built on Italian sausage.
– Coffee & Sweet Treats – 100 % Arabica Italian roast, affogatos, cannoli, and house-made tiramisù so airy it barely stays on the spoon.
Gluten-free penne, plant-based cheese, and children’s half portions available on request.
Perks
• Local Love – independent, Palestinian-owned café employing Manor Park neighbours and sourcing produce from East-End markets.
• Value Prices – main dishes from £7–£12; check the website for monthly coupons & student discounts. 💷
• Feel-Good Vibes – spotless interiors, free Wi-Fi, plenty of plugs, and zero pressure to vacate your table—remote workers welcome!
• Diet-Friendly – eco-friendly oat milk, decaf espresso, halal chicken, and clearly labelled vegetarian options.
• Event-Ready – book the cosy back corner for birthdays, post-funeral gatherings from nearby City of London Cemetery, or pizza-making parties for kids.
Reviews
1️⃣ Welcoming – “Asked for a simple jacket potato; they piled on tasty toppings and treated me like family. Music had me humming Volare all the way home.”
2️⃣ Fresh – “Salmon tagliatelle came steaming, perfectly al dente, portion huge. Clean, peaceful, reasonably priced.”
3️⃣ Authentic – “Stopped for coffee, stayed for pizza—crust transported me back to Italy. Hidden gem opposite the bus stop.”
4️⃣ Generous – “Popped in for tea; staff surprised us with a FREE first-visit pizza. Delicious and super-friendly.”
5️⃣ Community – “Palestinian family owners are kind, coffee aromatic, and the ocean-blue resin art of the Florida map on the wall is gorgeous.”
Visit
Open seven days, 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Walk-ins always welcome, or call 📞 020 1234 5678 for large-party bookings. Planning a cemetery visit, commute via Forest Gate, or a shopping run in Ilford? Drop by Dua Kafe and let espresso, pizza, and genuine hospitality brighten your day. 🍝💕