Top Rated in North London

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Lamb Shish Kebab

Time Out explicitly states they "particularly like the tender chunks of chargrilled meat" in this dish.

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Hummus

Described as 'the closest thing to a revelation,' this 'homely' version is 'hefty and grainy' because the chickpeas are broken up with a fork rather than blitzed into a paste.

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Squid Ink Flatbread

The restaurant's visual and flavor icon; topped with smoked cod's roe and often glitter, it is a consistent crowd-pleaser.

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Yesterday's bread soaked in moules mariniere

This dish exemplifies the restaurant's low-waste ethos, elevating the simple act of dunking bread into sauce 'to the nth degree.'

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Char Siu BBQ Pork with Lo Mein

Time Out praises the 'perfect roasted meat' and specifically recommends the 'chance to replace your rice with lo meen: stringy egg noodles' for a more authentic Hong Kong experience.

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Quail Shish

This is the Baring's 'must-order' signature dish that has 'swiftly become the dish that's turning up on Instagram' due to its 'amazing' crispy skin and pul biber chilli oil.

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Gong Bao Prawns

Described as 'on point' with fresh, 'squeaky' seafood and a sauce that perfectly balances acidity and sweetness.

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Omakase Sushi

The restaurant is owned by fish wholesalers, ensuring exceptional quality; critics highlight the sea bream as a 'benchmark' and appreciate the use of freshly grated wasabi.

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Aubergine Parmigiana

Not your typical layered dish, this version uses "tempura eggplant" with a batter that is "light and crisp," described as a "molten, cheesy embrace."

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Channa Bhatura

Described as a 'giant's pillow of deep-fried dough,' this is the standout dish that Hot Dinners claims you 'won't be able to stop yourself from ordering' when you see it served to everyone else.

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Wild Mushroom & Manouri Flatbread

Described by the Evening Standard as 'some of the very best pizza in the city,' this sourdough flatbread is praised for its puffed dome and 'lusciously complex' finish.

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Tagliatelle al Ragù Marchigiano

The mainstay of the menu, this dish is made traditionally with chicken hearts and gizzards and simmered slowly into what critics call a 'comforting delight.'

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Masala Dosai

Critics rave about this dish, describing it as 'light and crispy with a lovely buttery flavour' that outperforms versions at other highly-regarded South Indian establishments.

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Lamb Roti Tacos

Regarded as the 'undisputed star' of the menu by Jay Rayner and 'one-bite umami wonders' by Kentishtowner, these consist of flaky, buttery roti filled with a hot, dry lamb curry and topped with crispy fried curry leaves.

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Biang Biang Noodles

Universally praised as 'sensational' with an 'unbelievable texture,' these blissfully stretchy, hand-pulled ribbons are the restaurant's headline dish.

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Salt Beef and Sauerkraut Steamed Bun

Described as 'essentially a Reuben sandwich with new tailoring,' this soft bao features a thick wodge of cured meat and the 'crunch sour' of fermented cabbage.

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Pâté en Croûte

An 'architectural' and 'fragrant, thickly rich' masterpiece featuring a 'rum-steeped apricot winking out of the centre like a burning sun.' Critics describe being 'blown away' by the craftsmanship of this signature dish.

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Dexter Cheeseburger

A 'legendary' and 'food-scene-famous' burger described as glossy, slightly sloppy, and 'gherkin-blessed' without being 'salad-spoiled.'

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Beef Summer Rolls

Described as "exploding with foliage like a peacock’s tail feathers," these rolls offer a "comforting combination of softness and crunch" from vermicelli, bean sprouts, and grilled marinated beef.

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Shrimp & Grits

Described as 'proper comfort food,' this dish features 'creamy, slightly coarse grits' topped with sweet prawns and a 'whoppingly savoury and meaty gravy.'

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Sunday Roast (Pork Belly or Dry-Aged Beef)

Sunday sessions are so popular that spare tables are an 'endangered species.' The roast pork belly is praised as 'the most delicate piece of protein' with 'impressively crisp crackling,' while the beef options feature 'prime cuts of 35-day, dry-aged Aberdeen Angus.'

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Mackerel

Consistently praised for its freshness; critics describe it as 'slender, blade-like fillets' with crisp skin, often paired with seasonal notes like stewed gooseberries or beetroot and hazelnuts.

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Glasgow Morning Roll

These house-baked rolls are 'basically a Nessie-level myth' unless you arrive before 10am. They are a comforting, industrial-sized staple filled with square sausage and tattie scones.

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Tempura Cod Pandesal

Described as an elevated 'Filet-O-Fish' that won the lottery, this 'sensational' dish offers a 'goody bag of textures' with a sweet bun, crispy cod, and popping salmon roe.

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Robata Lamb Chops

A signature staple brought over from the original sister restaurant; they are widely considered the menu's masterpiece for being blackened, crusty, and tender.

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Crisp Hash Browns

Described as 'Heaven' and 'impeccable' by critics, these are served with chip shop curry sauce, batter scraps, and malt vinegar for the ultimate comfort snack.

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Smash Burger

Available weekends only, this is widely cited as one of the best smash burgers in London, featuring a memory foam-esque brioche bun and buttery meat.

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Barbacoa Taco

A consensus standout and personal favorite of critics, featuring 'rich, slow cooked beef' that is described as being 'OUT OF THIS WORLD'.

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Udon with Aubergine

Described as a 'really nice bowl to chew and slurp on,' this dish features gooey aubergine slices and puffed tofu in a 'gentle but umami-rich' soy-based broth.

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Gai Prik

An irresistible crispy IPA-battered chicken coated in a sticky fish sauce and green chilli glaze, widely considered the restaurant's signature dish.

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Pastel de choclo

The editor's essential must-order pick, offering a comforting and uniquely delicious twist despite the traditional British setting.