21/09/26

Dallas Burger Joint arrives in London

Lisbonites have been quietly obsessed with Dallas for years. Now, Londoners can finally get a taste of the action, the laidback Portuguese burger has made its UK debut in Shoreditch this month. Landing in one of East London’s most characterful neighbourhoods, Dallas’ new 48-cover spot brings its no-nonsense burgers, nostalgic interiors and distinctly unpolished charm to London, without trying too hard to fit in. That’s because Dallas has a thing for places with a bit of history. Rather than hunting down shiny, purpose-built spaces, the cult burger joint seeks out unassuming, faded and often overlooked neighbourhood spots, breathing new life into them while keeping their original character firmly intact.

In Shoreditch, that means giving a former pub a fresh chapter rather than wiping the slate clean. The original façade and architectural details have been preserved, while inside, mustard and orange accents meet rich cherry-toned wood panelling. Walls are hung with work by photographers including William Eggleston, Devlin Claro and Martin Parr, while mosaic floors, Formica tables, vintage lighting and Portuguese tiles create the feel of a slightly time-warped mid-century café.

And the same thinking carries through to the menu. Dallas isn’t interested in burger theatrics: no skyscraper stacks and no burger that requires an engineering degree to eat. Instead, the menu is deliberately streamlined, sticking to the essentials and doing them very, very well. At the heart of it all are 165g beef patties made from a secret blend of three premium cuts, supplied by Aubrey Allen, a Royal Warrant holder that sources from the top 1% of British beef. And, of course, there’s no need to miss out if you don’t eat meat: any burger on the menu can be made with a vegan patty.

Dallas Shoreditch is the beginning of a new chapter for the Lisbon favourite. Same no-nonsense burgers, same laidback attitude, new postcode.

Address: 138 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JE

For more information, click here. dallasburger.com

Photography courtesy of Dallas Burger

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ArcadeX - A riverside pop-up destination at Battersea Power Station launching on 5th July

Jul 1, 2024

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When visiting Battersea Power Station, you will hear people talk about the incredible food offerings from Arcade, set in a stylish and plush setting. However this summer, it’s getting a whole lot better with the launch of ArcadeX on 5th July.

ArcadeX are bringing over the food and drink from its food halls to the riverside, taking over the historic Coaling Jetty at Battersea Power Station, so you lovely Londoners can tuck into some appetising dishes and drinks by the river, whilst basking in the sunshine. Expect to find scrumptious cocktails, cold wine and beer on tap, live DJs and food specials which include:

BAO: Burnt Chilli Daikon BAO with soy-pickled chilli, Taiwanese Fried Chicken with BAO hot sauce, and house-made Bubble Tea

Manna: Classic Smash with American cheese, Vegan Burger with Symplicity patty, potato bun and triple shallots, and Waffle Fries with signature seasoning

Solis: Empanadas filled with Minced Beef Picadillo and Creamy Potato + Cheese and a choice of hot bocadillos with a new vegetarian special, Fried Aubergine & Raclette Cheese.

Sushi Kamon: Grilled Eel Roll with sweet BBQ sauce, Okonomiyaki with aonori mayonnaise and red pickled ginger, and Red Ginger + Prawn Tempura Udon with wakame seaweed.

The jetty has a fully retractable roof so come rain or shine you can enjoy dining at ArcadeX.

ArcadeX will be open from midday - 11pm from Thursday - Sunday.

Website: https://www.arcadefoodhall.com/arcade-x

Written by Nyla S.

Photo courtesy of ArcadeX