Date Night in Dalston

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Hokkaido milk bread

Consistently hailed as '100% the right way to start any meal,' this bread is celebrated for its cloud-like texture and unique accompaniments like kumquat and burnt honey butter.

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The Classic

A benchmark lox bagel with cream cheese, capers, red onion, and tomato that recently topped Deliveroo's global trending charts.

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Sourdough Pide with Hummus

Jay Rayner describes the hummus as an 'uncommonly rugged affair with a hint of cheesy funk' served with 'lightly blackened, chewy and springy flatbread' that demands to be torn at.

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Manti

These 'house-special' Turkish dumplings are highlighted by critics as a time-honoured staple that is excellent at any time of day or night.

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Jerusalem Mixed Grill

Described as 'deservedly lauded' and a signature street-food style pita stuffed with chicken thigh, livers, and duck hearts that provides a sensory overload.

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Lamb Chops

Described as 'excellent' and 'smoky, spicy and incredibly tender,' these are served with a generous plate of mixed salad.

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Seasonal Ferments & Pickles

The namesake essential featuring daily rotations like 'meat radish' or kohlrabi; critics praise the 'lip-pursing charms' of these sharp, tangy, and 'well worth having' snacks.

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Lamb Ribs

Universally acclaimed as the standout dish; described as 'Dalston's finest' with perfectly rendered fat and tender meat.

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Lamb Barbacoa Tacos

Reviewers preferred these over other taco options, noting they are served with beans, pickled onions, and a "great roasted salsa" on "excellent" corn tortillas that are a world away from supermarket versions.

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Jerk Chicken

Described as richly spiced and a menu staple; marinated for 24 hours.