VISITED
22-12-2023
Visit & Vibes
Wow, it’s been a while since my last visit – mainly because of house renovations, attempting to squeeze in the occasional short trip for a break, and being mindful of expenses. But tonight, it was time to return.
I was meeting friends for a much-needed catch-up, and they, too, were eagerly anticipating their return as they thoroughly enjoyed their previous experience here.
| Décor | ★★★★★ |
| Noise Level | ★★★★★ |
| Restaurant Temperature | ★★★★★ |
| Table Dressing | ★★★★★ |
| Restaurant Cleanliness | ★★★★★ |
| Background Music Level | ★★★★★ |
| Disabled Toilets | Yes |
The Food
CRISPY KEKDA £15.00
Soft-shell crab, pepper, garlic, pickled papaya, samphire, tomato coconut chutney
I’ve had this dish before, and it’s one of my favourite starters, so it was a must-have during today’s visit.
As always, the presentation is consistently amazing. Everything is arranged just right, offering a visual treat before you even begin eating.
The first bite of the crab is nothing short of perfection – the crispy shell followed by the exquisite flavour creates a flawless experience every time. Mixing the crab with the other components also proved to be perfect; each flavour was well-balanced and didn’t detract from the delightful crab flavour.
If you find yourself here, I highly recommend giving this dish a try.
| Dish Flavour | ★★★★★ |
| Appearance | ★★★★★ |
| Serving Size | ★★★★★ |
| Aroma | ★★★★★ |
| Value for Money | ★★★★★ |
| MY RATING: | ★★★★★ |
LOBSTER PEPPER ROAST £45.00
Scottish lobster tail, Dry prawn chutney, tempered potato mash, Malabar parotta, moilee curry
For the past several visits, I’ve always harboured the desire to try the lobster. However, due to either financial constraints or hesitancy to take the plunge, I felt that today was the day I finally went for it.
Upon arrival, I noticed a change in the presentation compared to the last time I saw it plated. Nevertheless, as evident, it was still beautifully presented. The colour palette of the place, as you can see, was very appealing.
Now, it was time to delve in and experience this dish.
Starting with the lobster, I was pleasantly surprised; it was perfectly cooked with a delightful flavour. Moving on to trying a bit of everything together, I crafted the perfect bite and tasted the amalgamation of flavours – everything was exceptionally tasty and incredibly moreish.
I’m delighted that I finally tried this dish, and it’s a main that I would undoubtedly order again. If you’re a lobster fan, this is definitely a must-try.
| Dish Flavour | ★★★★★ |
| Appearance | ★★★★★ |
| Serving Size | ★★★★★ |
| Aroma | ★★★★★ |
| Value for Money | ★★★★★ |
| MY RATING: | ★★★★★ |
BUBBLE £n/a tonight normally £10
White chocolate, blackberry, elderflower, almond sponge, yoghurt mousse
There’s always room for dessert, and tonight, I couldn’t resist indulging since it had been a while.
Ajay kindly offered the dessert on the house, a generous and appreciated gesture.
Upon arrival, I was truly impressed by the presentation – how adorable did it look? I couldn’t help but feel a twinge of guilt knowing I had to disrupt such a beautifully arranged dessert.
Taking a bite, I was delighted by its lovely and fluffy texture, coupled with a delightful flavour. Elevating the experience, adding some of the yogurt took it to another level.
Every bite of this, just like everything else tonight, was exceptionally tasty.
This is another dish I would highly recommend when you visit.
| Dish Flavour | ★★★★★ |
| Appearance | ★★★★★ |
| Serving Size | ★★★★★ |
| Aroma | ★★★★★ |
| Value for Money | ★★★★★ |
| MY RATING: | ★★★★★ |
Final Thoughts…
It was delightful to be back; just like always, the staff, service, presentation, and food were top-notch. I can’t find fault with anything from this visit or any of my previous ones.
If you haven’t been here, do check it out!
| Service / Staff | ★★★★★ |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ |
| Time between Courses | ★★★★★ |
| Halal Friendly | YES |
| Overall Value for Money | ★★★★★ |
| MY OVERALL RATING | ★★★★★ |
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