Date Night in Fitzrovia

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Smoked Jollof Rice

Regarded as having a 'sacred status' with an 'intense applewood smoke aroma,' critics praise the version served with crispy puffed rice for its deep umami stock and 'intense smokey flavour.'

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12 Pieces of Omakase Nigiri

Critics describe this as '£33 well spent', featuring 'unctuous scallop' and 'delicately fatty chutoro' on rice that is 'still just warm' and 'lightly vinegared'.

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Oxtail Croquettes

Described as 'perfect orbs' and a 'classy opener', these contain strands of long-braised meat that critics claim they would happily clear an entire tray of.

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Mangalore Bun & Scottish Crab Sukkha

Described as a 'harmonious' combination of delicate, slightly sweet buns and tender crab flavored with fennel and ginger.

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La Gran Carbonara

The viral benchmark dish served tableside, stirred up in and then served from a huge round of pecorino cheese.

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Cauliflower with Amba & Tahini

A crowd-favorite mezze dish featuring crisp-edged florets paired with a savory mango pickle sauce.

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Pitir Manta

Described as 'phenomenally good' packages of glistening goodness, these steamed lamb dumplings are adroitly crimped by an expert hand and served with an addictive vinegary chilli sauce.

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Moo Ping

These grilled pork belly skewers are served with an egg for dipping and benefit from a genuine charcoal grill; critics say the dish is 'just as good as it sounds.'

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Macaroni Cheese

A signature twist on comfort food that uses 'fat paccheri pasta' and 'fried cauliflower' for crunch; it is so well-regarded that reviewers who miss out on it express genuine regret.

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Truffle-cream gougères

Described as 'absolutely, extraordinarily wonderful' and 'silky smooth,' these warm snacks pack a heady truffle punch and are topped with shaved Comté.

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Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato

Consistently praised as 'shellfish’s answer to Jewish penicillin,' these clams arrive in a deeply comforting liquor of garlic, coriander, and white wine.

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Otoro Tuna Nikkei

A favorite 'bite' that perfectly demonstrates the Japanese influence on Peruvian cuisine with soft tuna and crunchy shiso tempura.

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Dak Galbi

Grace Dent recommends letting the experts handle the grilling of this barbecue chicken to ensure the 'heady marinade of gochujang paste, chilli and garlic' is perfectly executed.

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Melaka Laksa

The Eater-approved favorite; perfectly balanced rich coconut milk with just enough sourness and fresh seafood.

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Milk Bread with Pumpkin Seed Hummus and Noisette Butter

Universally praised as a 'fabulous' signature dish; it is visually impressive and so fluffy it pulls apart at the lightest touch, served with what critics call a 'perfection' of a butter cube.

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Ceviche and Aguachile

These raw dishes lead the menu, pairing fresh UK seafood with 'zesty Mexican flavours' inspired by the coastal state of Sinaloa.

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Seasonal Terrine

A staple of the Alsatian-inspired menu, these are described as 'packed with flavour' and highlight the kitchen's focus on 'simple' and 'ingredient-led' cooking.

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Paella Valenciana

Regarded as the 'best in town' by some and the 'star dish' by others, this traditional rice features chicken, rabbit, and garrofó beans with the highly-prized crispy 'socarrat' base.

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Guilin Rice Noodle (Dry)

The namesake classic, loaded with crispy pork, braised beef, char siu, and pickles.

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Xiao Long Bao (Pork Soup Dumplings)

This signature dish 'reinforced its long-standing reputation' with critics, who found each dumpling 'perfectly fashioned with just the right flavours and bounce.'

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Soon Tofu Jjigae

This tofu seafood stew is a standout main dish that was 'loved' by diners for its flavor profile.