Date Night in Bloomsbury

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Slipsole with Smoked Butter

Consistently praised as a 'little piece of perfection' and 'dish of the day'; critics describe the sauce as so addictive they wanted to 'spoon every drop' of it.

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Fried crispy pork

One of the starters that Giles Coren noted "hit the spot" in a menu he described as "brilliant" and "exciting."

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Mezze Sharing Menu

Critics advise going 'straight for the sharing menu' to experience the 'vibrant, fresh, and moreish' spread of small plates, including a 'remarkable' peach salad with goat's cheese and hummus with 'pungent green chilli tatbila'.

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Spaghetti al Cartoccio

The house signature and a 'greatest-hit' of the menu: a mountain of seafood pasta baked and served theatrically in a greaseproof paper bag.

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Biang Biang Noodles

Described as an 'assertive culinary hug' and a 'dish that wants what is best for you,' these wide, hand-pulled strands provide a 'comforting carbohydrate with a kick' that creates an addictive longing.

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Egg Mayonnaise with Anchovy

Explicitly called a 'mainstay' on the menu, these are praised for their 'sunset yolks' and generous dollops of silky homemade mayo.

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Daily pasta

A comforting, reliable choice that stands out as the ultimate must-order item supplied by the editor.

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Lamb & Beef Platter

Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the meats, specifically noting that 'Dann really loved the lamb' and the 'slice beef' was a personal favorite.

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Bucatini con le Sarde

Pronounced 'superb' by critics, this Sicilian staple features sardines, sun-dried tomato, capers, sultanas, and toasted breadcrumbs for a perfectly balanced flavor profile.

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Battered Cod and Chips

Considered a 'very reliable' staple of this 'venerable chipper,' the cod is praised for being 'carefully cooked' with a thin, non-soggy batter that has a 'pleasing crunch.'