Residents in Croydon are lucky enough to have their pick of hundreds of restaurants offering different types of cuisine across the area, whether it’s a quaint café or an authentic curry house.

But restaurants rate most favourably with customers themselves?

We’ve taken the top 10 rated restaurants, as decided by TripAdvisor customer reviews, to give you the pick of the best around.

1) Yaalu Yalu, Addington Road, Selsdon

Your Local Guardian:

This Sri Lankan spot is a huge favourite with locals and has managed to pick up a loyal following over the years.

Its curries are described as “very tasty and authentic” and its atmosphere “nice and cosy”

2) Karachi Cuisine, London Road, Norbury

Your Local Guardian:

This Pakistani restaurant is also praised by customers for its authenticity, serving up a unique style of food you can’t find just anywhere in London.

Reviewers praise the attentive waiters and friendly staff in general as well as the food – and according to customers, the mocktails are not to be missed.

3) McDermott’s, Featherbed Lane, Croydon

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A chippy that has been serving dine-in and takeaway fish for several years, McDermott’s has won awards for its food in the past.

Customers keep coming back for the “absolutely delicious” batter and good service, whether it is for a Friday night takeaway or a restaurant experience

4) Nineteen at Farleigh, Old Farleigh Road, Warlingham

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Situated in the Farleigh Fox golf club, Nineteen is known for its food, but also its tranquil atmosphere which keeps customers coming back.

In particular, the carvery and afternoon tea experiences prove popular with regulars

5) Little Bay restaurant, Selsdon Road, Croydon

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Described as ‘not looking very much’ from the outside, Little Bay’s eclectic interior gives a pleasant surprise to customers who visit.

Reviewers have praised Little Bay for high quality food for low prices – one even thinks you can get a three-course meal for less than £20

6) Cadillac Diner, Wickham Road, Shirley

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An American-themed diner nestled on a high street in Shirley, Cadillac has wowed its customers with its food and friendliness.

A particular favourite with reviewers is the Diner’s banana split, while staff are praised for making its customers feel like ‘old friends’ when they visit

7) The Chateau, Coombe Lane, Croydon

Your Local Guardian:

This restaurant, situated in a grand old house, is known for its ability to cater for big parties with great service.

Its reviewers show the restaurant has gained several loyal customers over the years, and has impressed with its “high standard” food and local produce.

8) Olde Goa, London Road, Norbury

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This tiny, family-run restaurant is an intimate dining experience where a family will cook your meal practically in front of you.

And the customers seem to love it – the food is described as “outstanding” and the staff are “friendly”

9) Dexter Burger, High Street, Purley

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A small burger shack seating 24 people in total – but according to customers, it is much more than just a burger shack.

The burgers are said to be “excellent” with the restaurant’s brunch being a big hit.

10) The Boulevard, Ruskin Parade, Selsdon Road

Your Local Guardian:

This friendly café/restaurant is welcomed by customers for its friendly atmosphere and good, honest dishes.

They are also thought to serve up steak and chips for £8 on Mondays – and you can’t argue with that.

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