Premium dining at ESQ — charcoal grills and signature dishes
Premium Dining

The ESQ Dining Experience

Bold African-inspired cuisine, cooked over open charcoal grills. Premium cuts, fresh seafood, and dishes crafted with fire and tradition.

Charcoal Grilled

Signature Grills

Every cut is hand-selected, marinated, and grilled over open charcoal. Bold flavour, unmatched quality.

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Signature Seafood Bowl at ESQ

Signature Seafood Bowl

A premium selection of the ocean's finest — king prawns, calamari, and lobster in our signature sauce.

Premium suya-spiced BBQ skewers

Suya Skewers

Premium cuts, marinated in our signature suya spice blend and grilled over open flame.

Signature Monika Fish at ESQ

Signature Monika Fish

Whole premium fish, flame-grilled and served with our signature pepper sauce, jollof rice, and plantain.

Premium steak cooked to perfection

Premium Steak

Hand-selected cuts, seared over high heat and finished on the grill. Cooked to your preference.

ESQ seafood platter with lobster and prawns
From the Sea

Seafood Experience

Fresh, sustainably sourced seafood prepared with care and precision. From whole lobster tails to jumbo king prawns, every dish celebrates the ocean's finest.

  • Whole Lobster Tail
  • Jumbo King Prawns
  • Grilled Calamari
  • Seafood Sharing Platter
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King prawns at ESQ
Premium seafood dish
Heritage Recipes

Traditional Dishes

Rooted in West African culinary traditions, elevated with contemporary technique and presentation.

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Jollof Rice

Smoky, perfectly seasoned West African jollof — our signature recipe

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Fried Plantain

Caramelised sweet plantain, a perfect accompaniment to any grill

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Pepper Snails

Tender snails slow-cooked in a bold, spicy West African pepper sauce — a true delicacy

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Suya Wings

Crispy chicken wings coated in our house suya spice blend

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Mac & Cheese

Creamy four-cheese mac, baked golden with a crunchy crust

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Garlic Chicken

Tender chicken pieces marinated in garlic and herbs, char-grilled

For The Table

Sharing Platters

Designed for the table. Generous portions, bold flavours, and a dining experience best enjoyed together.

Premium sharing platter with grilled meats

The ESQ Feast

For the table — a curated selection of our best grills, sides, and sauces. Feeds 2–4 guests.

Seafood sharing platter

Seafood Platter

Lobster, king prawns, calamari, and grilled fish with dipping sauces. Perfect for sharing.

Reserve Your Table

Experience South East London's premier grill and dining destination. Walk-ins welcome, but reservations are recommended.

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