Date Night — Best Seafood in London

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Roasted octopus with 'colonnata' lard

Described as a 'bonafide home run' by Square Mile, this starter featuring marinated bell peppers and olives is noted for leaving diners 'wanting more.'

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Dressed Crab

The crustaceans are cooked and dismembered fresh every day on the premises; critics describe the result as 'irreducibly crabby' and needing nothing more than a squeeze of lemon and buttered brown bread.

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Cod and Chips

Described as the 'best fish and chips in Zone 1 by some distance,' featuring a 'light, delicate batter' and 'superbly moist' fish.

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Oysters on Ice

A staple of the shack that 'goes down a storm' according to The Good Food Guide; they are typically served simply to highlight the quality of the fresh seafood.

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Potted Shrimp Croquettes

Regarded as one of the best uses for nutty brown shrimp, these 'massive flavour bombs' feature a light béchamel inside a crisp panko shell.

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Prawn on the Lawn

The eponymous signature dish: prawns and smashed avocado on toasted homemade soda bread with chilli and lime.

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The Cow Special

The house signature of six Jersey Rock oysters paired with a pint of Guinness remains the essential order; critics note the pub has a distinct 'Celtic affect' that makes the Guinness a must.

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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.'

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Ceviche and Aguachile

These raw dishes lead the menu, pairing fresh UK seafood with 'zesty Mexican flavours' inspired by the coastal state of Sinaloa.

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Fritto Misto al Metro

An 'impressively long board' served by the metre that provides a 'wow moment' for parties; it features Prosecco-battered catch of the day, plump prawns, and Sicilian-style chickpea panelle.

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Sinjari Seabass

Butterflied and topped with tangy parsley, tomatoes, peppers, and onions, it serves as the perfect benchmark for the kitchen's authentic Egyptian flavors.

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Plymouth Bream

This fish arrives in its full form and can be filleted at your request, resulting in a 'flakey, delicate' dish that reviewers call the perfect summer main.

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Lobster Roll

Described as a 'classic' and a 'signature' item made with 'fresh Scottish Native Lobster arriving daily', it is the cornerstone of their seafood menu.

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Scallops Seared with Smoked Haddock & Mushrooms

Described as 'essentially, a small taste of the sea on a plate,' the cooking of these scallops 'couldn't have been any better,' turning out unbelievably soft and tender.

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Cod & Chips

The benchmark dish; described as a large fillet, battered and crispy fried, served with mushy peas.