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02/09/2026
Look who stopped by The Truro while in London 👀🇿🇦
We had the absolute pleasure of welcoming South African comedian Kevin Fraser to The Truro!
Nothing like a proper taste of Mzansi when you’re on the other side of the world 🇿🇦 Thanks for stopping by, Kevin..we loved having you!
Now the important question… what do we think he ordered? 👀
📍 Tooting: 47 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7TR
📍 Croydon: 3–7 South End, Croydon, CR0 1BE
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20/08/2026
GCSE results are in! 🎓 Whether you got exactly what you hoped for or today brought a few surprises, you’ve put in the work..now come celebrate with us. 🤎
From 20–23 August, show us your GCSE results and enjoy ONE FREE dessert or mocktail with the purchase of a main meal. Choose from our new Peppermint Crisp or Pineapple Crush, or pick a mocktail instead.
Tag someone who deserves a results-day treat 👇🏽
📍 Tooting: 47 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7TR
📍 Croydon: 3–7 South End, Croydon, CR0 1BE
T&Cs apply. One free mocktail OR one free dessert per eligible student with the purchase of a main meal. GCSE results must be shown to claim.
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13/08/2026
A-Level results are IN 🎓🔥 And whether you’re celebrating the results you hoped for or simply celebrating making it through..this one’s on us.
From 13–16 August, bring your A-Level results to The Truro and enjoy a FREE mocktail OR one of our new desserts with the purchase of a main meal. Choose from our Peppermint Crisp or Pineapple Crush for dessert. 🍍✨
Come celebrate Results Day Weekend with us..you’ve earned it. 🥂
Tag someone getting their A-Level results today so they don’t miss this 👇🏽
📍 Croydon: 99 George Street, Croydon, CR0 1LD
📍 Tooting: 176 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7ER
T&Cs apply. Show your A-Level results to claim. One free mocktail OR one free dessert (Peppermint Crisp or Pineapple Crush) per eligible student with the purchase of a main meal.
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31/07/2026
Have you tasted our new desserts yet? 👀
Pineapple Crush 🍍 or Peppermint Crisp 💚 two new reasons to save room for dessert at The Truro.
The real question is… which one are you ordering first?
📍Visit us:
Tooting
47 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7TR
Croydon
3–7 South End, Croydon, CR0 1BE
Book your table via the link in our bio or simply walk in and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
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29/07/2026
Some things are just worth spending on… and we’ll stand by every single one of these. 🤎
Good ingredients. Food made to be shared. Dessert even when you’re full. And the kind of dinner where nobody’s checking the time.
What would you add to the list?
Book via the link in bio or walk in and we’ll always do our best to accommodate you.
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25/07/2026
We love the organised ones, we really do 😂🤎
The ones booking next year’s table while we’re still surviving this Saturday’s dinner rush 😭
It’s always the little moments with our customers that make The Truro what it is 🫶🏽
📍Visit us:
Tooting – 47 Upper Tooting Rd, SW17 7TR
Croydon – 3–7 South End, CR0 1BE
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21/07/2026
Our favourite thing about The Truro? It’s not just what’s on the table..
It’s the conversations, the laughs and the moments that happen around it 😉🫶🏽
Come for the food… stay a little longer for the memories 🔥
📍Visit us:
Tooting – 47 Upper Tooting Rd, SW17 7TR
Croydon – 3–7 South End, CR0 1BE
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Address
3-7 Southend
Croydon
CR0 1BE
For those using public transport, take the train to Southend station in Croydon. From there, walk south on High Street for about 5 minutes until you reach the restaurant.
If driving, head towards Croydon and follow signs to Southend. Once in Southend, look for parking options along High Street or nearby side streets. The restaurant is located on High Street and is easily accessible by foot from most parking areas.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
6pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
6pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
6pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
6pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
6pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
6pm - 10pm |
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What people say
The Truro Restaurant in Southend, Croydon is a culinary gem that takes diners on a vibrant journey through African-inspired cuisine. From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with a tapestry of flavors that seamlessly blend South Asian and African influences.
One cannot help but be enticed by the tantalizing dishes on offer. Start your meal with the Spicy Chicken Livers in their special peri peri sauce or indulge in the refreshing Cape Calamari, delicately drizzled with a lemon butter sauce. These appetizers set the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable dining experience.
For the main course, prepare to be amazed by the bold flavors of the Maputo Chicken or Jozi Chicken, each offering a unique thrill ride for your taste buds. Whether you prefer the zesty kick of lemon butter or the fiery heat of peri peri sauce, there is something to satisfy every palate at The Truro.
And let's not forget about the star of the show - the Mozambique Grilled Prawns. Available in either fiery peri peri or zesty lemon butter, these prawns have garnered a reputation as some of the best in London. One bite and you'll understand why they are a must-try dish at The Truro.
To end your meal on a sweet note, indulge in their decadent vanilla iced-cream nut cake served with a rich Bar-One chocolate sauce. This dessert is sure to leave you craving more and will have everyone talking about its exquisite flavor profile.
With its warm hospitality and dedication to serving up exceptional dishes, The Truro Restaurant is a culinary destination that should not be missed. Book your table now for a weekend flavor adventure like no other and experience firsthand why this restaurant has become a favorite among food enthusiasts in Croydon and beyond.
