A buzzing, intimate counter-dining spot serving flawless handmade pastas and Italian small plates with distinct Moorish influences.
Ordering Strategy
The downstairs counter is essential for the full experience; order 3-4 small plates per person, balancing the rich pastas with the fresh fusion starters.
What to order
Pork Cheek Agnolotti
Consistently praised as 'flawlessly realised,' this pasta is served in a 'buttery porcini sauce ripe with parmesan' and is noted as a dish it would be a 'mistake to ignore.'
Labneh with Fried Olives
A signature fusion dish described as a 'hectic' and 'beautifully' realized combination of thick labneh, 'crisp-shelled fried olives, puffy chickpeas, mint and morita chilli.'
Grilled Ribeye
A more substantial option for 'high rollers' that provides a hearty protein hit, served with 'celeriac, cavolo nero and horseradish.'
Huitlacoche Croquetas
An 'astonishing' dish that offers an 'entirely new taste,' blending traditional Spanish bechamel with the 'inky murk' of Mexican truffle.
Honey Panna Cotta
Hailed as 'purest genius' for its 'enchantingly wibbly' texture and the use of 'burnt' caramelized honey, often finished with 'rose-petal advieh.'
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Marina O'Loughlin (100%)
Editorial Weight 63 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 8 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
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Public Signal 9 pts
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Boosts 0 pts
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Review signals
3 Elite · 1 Editorial · 5 total signals
Public signal
4.4★ (800 reviews)
Good to know
The downstairs counter offers kitchen drama, while the upstairs room is quieter but less atmospheric. Reservations are managed via SevenRooms.
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