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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Shoryu Ramen – Review

Apr 16, 2024

2 min read

Updated: Jun 29, 2024

Shoryu Ramen has a loyal ramen fan base, I saw this when booked in for a lunch time spot at their Shoreditch branch. Regulars being greeted by the staff and eyes glistened as people ordered ramen. I visited with a friend and my toddler, it was great to see a kid’s menu available which doubled up as a colouring activity, sat alongside a pack of crayons. A very thoughtful touch from the people behind Shoryu Ramen, anything to entertain toddlers/kids, is a parent’s dream.

The arrival of spring is marked by one of Japan’s most ancient traditions. Hanami is dedicated to celebrating spring, the fleeting nature of life and being with friends and family under the beautiful pink and white petals of the Cherry Blossom. To celebrate the arrival of Spring, Shoryu Ramen has launched a new cocktail – The Cherry Blossom Path and a non-alcoholic drink – The Red Kimono which I choose to start off my meal. A mix of strawberry, almond and cherry blossom mixed with soda water. It was fruity and refreshing, and the perfect start to a healthy and nourishing meal.

The menu consists of a variety of different ramen, hirata buns, gyozas and a selection of Japanese street food dishes. I had come for their well-known Tonkotsu Ramen, a rich 12 hour pork broth ramen which comes with char siu bbq pork belly, rich orange yolk nitamago egg, kikurage mushrooms, spring onion, red ginger and nori seaweed.

The three-millimetre thick slices of char siu pork, was so soft it melted in your mouth and the broth was incredibly flavoursome, I could see why the 12 hour pork broth is so popular!

I also indulged in the chicken gyozas, served in a mini iron cast pot, which is always a winning dish, and Shroyu Ramen didn’t disappoint. Dining in on a Tuesday we were able to order the Tuesday special (Takayuki Tuesday) priced at only £5.95 ordered with any ramen or curry. This deep fried octopus dish is one for seafood lovers, it is quite strong in flavour, so I’d suggest ordering only if you’re a fan of octopus.

I was pretty full at this point, but with always room for a dessert to share, I ordered the mochi brownie, which I can only explain as the perfect mix of a western and eastern dessert, if you’re a lover of both desserts, this fusion is one for you.

Next time you’re in Shoreditch and looking for authentic ramen and Japanese street food for lunch with a friend or an after-work place to dine, give Shoryu Ramen a go. We hear the flight of sake is one to order too…

Address: 45 Great Eastern St, London, EC2A 4NR

Website: www.shoryuramen.com

Written by Nyla S. Photos courtesy of Steven Joyce