19/10/26

Review of Dallas in Shoreditch

Bringing a slice of Lisbon’s laidback burger culture to Shoreditch, Dallas offers a modern East London take on the traditional burger joint. Taking over a former local pub, the cult-favourite spot pairs wooden tables, dim globe lighting and a striking feature bar with nostalgic touches that give the space plenty of character. Known for its no frills approach to burgers and neighbourhood centric ethos, the Shoreditch outpost brings a relaxed spirit to an area shaped by independent businesses, creative spaces and a constantly evolving food scene.

We kicked things off with the Truffle Mushroom Burger, opting to swap the usual 165g beef patty for a vegan alternative. Topped with Swiss cheese, rocket, sautéed mushrooms and truffle mayo on the original menu, the burger combines earthy mushroom flavours with the richness of truffle. The vegan patty offered a plant based alternative of the original offered on the menu, available on all burgers it’s a refreshing approach to catering for vegans without just offering one simple option.

On the side, we ordered crispy French fries with Dallas’ vegan sauce. A straightforward pairing, the fries provided a lovely crunch, and the vegan sauce added an added moreish layer of flavour. Dallas’ concise but strong menu is great to see, not making burgers more complicated than they need to be and focusing on having less options but focusing on making them truly delicious.

With its relaxed interiors, neighbourhood feel and straightforward approach to comfort food, Dallas makes a welcome addition to Shoreditch. It brings a little of Lisbon’s casual dining culture to East London, offering a laidback spot for a burger and fries without the fuss.

Address: 138-139 Shoreditch High Street, London, E1 6JE

For more information and to book, click here.

Written by Jordan Crowley

Photos courtesy of Dallas Burger

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Review of CLAP London - Sushi Brunch in Knightsbridge

Nov 29, 2024

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Enter through the incredible Christmas-themed entrance on Basil Street and step into a different world: a welcoming concierge, a stunning textile-lined arched corridor, water features, a lift up to floor 6 and a window looking out above Knightsbridge with an army of chefs and bartenders welcoming you. This is CLAP London - also present in Dubai, Ibiza, Riyadh and Beirut, and wow were we blown away by their weekend brunch offering, available Saturdays and Sundays from £65 per person.

The brunch runs from 12.30pm -3pm giving you plenty of time to quench your thirst with delicious drinks and fill up on the amazing menu, as well as grab some selfies with the stunning views and decor all around you, all the time attended by very attentive staff and hosts.

We started with the buffet bar laden with sushi, nigiri and sashimi with a stunning prawn tower: all served with three incredible salads of seaweed, shitake and the house special Clap Salad. Set in the amazing digital backgrounds it was as if we were on holiday or swimming in a fish tank, with a live DJ mixing chilled-out vibes. On the bar, the particular highlights were the Tarama Salmon Nigiri and the Ceviche which popped with fresh flavours and looked beautiful, all displayed on ice with beautiful fruit garnishes. We were spoiled for choice - this truly was next-level with the finest ingredients and tantalising colourful displays, including Tuna, Salmon and Himachi atop ice sculptures.

For our main courses, we opted for Teriyaki Salmon and Spicy Grilled Tofu - lucky we had left the room as these were very generous portions served on stunning crockery. The salmon was delicious with a crisp skin and melt-in-the-mouth fillet, while the Tofu was served with a spicy chilli dip, we were also able to revisit the buffet to top up with those delicious salads and sauces. The brunch is served with two alcohol packages available priced at £30 and £55 including Prosecco and House Wines as well as freshly made cocktails ranging from Aperol Spritz, Sangria and the classic brunch order Bloody Mary.

Book now to avoid disappointment - we will certainly be going back for an evening visit.

Address: 12-14 Basil Street, London SW3 1AJ

Website: https://claprestaurant.com/london/

Written by Claire Selby

Photography courtesy of CLAP London