Ceviche- Soho, London

17 Frith Street, W1D 4RG

http://cevicheuk.com/index.php

‘Ceviche’ is a popular dish along the Central and South American coasts and is typically made from marinating raw seafood in citrus juices and spicing it with aji or chilli peppers. Named after, and having varieties of this dish on the menu, Peruvian restaurant Ceviche is worth a visit to try something new. The ‘Don Ceviche’ with fresh seabass was both healthy and tasted great; the chilli tiger’s milk and limo chilli packed quite a punch. If that doesn't sound up your street- the ‘Lomo Saltado’ a flame cooked beef fillet with chunky chips was tender and full of flavour. Adding to that-I’d return in a second for the marinated & braised octopus and chorizo skewers on a bed of black quinoa…absolutely delicious. The restaurant is small- busy tables sit within blue-washed walls hung with colourful, framed prints. An overhead fan evokes the feel of a café somewhere hot.

Social Eating House- Soho, London

58 Poland Street, W1F 7NR

http://www.socialeatinghouse.com/

Following successful restaurants Pollen Street Social and Little Social, Social Eating House is the newest opening from Jason Atherton and sits within Soho’s matrix of narrow and buzzing streets. The restaurant is smart- mirrored ceilings, brick walls and restored furniture make the interior. An energetic atmosphere, attentive staff and a stylish upstairs cocktail bar (The Blind Pig) are just some of the reasons to try it, food aside. Creative meat and fish dishes are prevalent on the starter and main menus; personally I can vouch for two delicious mains. The roast Cornish cod came in a delicious cream sauce with baby gem, cockles, mousseron mushrooms and kombu- a type of seaweed. Beautifully cooked, the confit Cotswold lamb neck fillet was accompanied by roasted onions, aubergine, artichoke, tomato and a tangy tapenade. Dessert was a B52 sundae...Khalua and chocolate brownie, Gran Marnier sorbet, Bailey’s ice cream and espresso syrup gave it quite a kick.

Beard to Tail- Hoxton, London

77 Curtain Road, EC2A 3BS
http://www.beardtotail.co.uk/

Whiskey and steak lovers...this one's for you. While the focus of the restaurant is high quality, locally sourced meats and a variety of rare whiskies and ryes, there is something for everyone on the menu.

The superior starter choice was a delicious dish of Devonshire crab with avocado, lime, cannellini beans, chilli flakes and melba toast.  Deep fried baby squid with almonds and crispy curry leaves followed closely after. With rich glasses of red, we enjoyed succulent braised pig’s cheeks with cloves & honey and the butcher’s cut steak with celeriac & horseradish slaw. Giant sweet potato chips on the side were a good choice too. The dessert menu looks divine- treat yourself to a banana tart with peanut butter ice cream,  a baked lemon tart with vanilla mascarpone or go all out and order the sharing sundae- marshmallow, ice cream, Oreo cookies, chocolate brownies & Jack Daniel’s syrup- served in a whisky bottle.

 A design incorporating wooden tables, mosaic flooring, light grey tiles, exposed pipes and a large focal chandelier gives the interior a casual but stylish feel.