08 Jan Oklava

Posted at 12:25h in Breakfast & Brunch, Dinner, East London, Hungry, Lunch, North London, Restaurants by 
It was one of the most expected opening of 2015. Chef Selin Kiazim, with whom we already fell in love during her residency at Carousel, now has a place of her own in Shoreditch. In a nice sober and polished atmosphere (open kitchen, long bar, navy blue, copper, marble), we sit and wait for the magic to happen. 

Jackpot! It’s finger-licking good, inventive, flavourful. Here’s an inventory to make sure we don’t forget a single bite:


  • grilled hellim, lemon, London honey and oregano (melt-in-your-mouth halloumi’s cousin);
  • muhammara on toast (pepper paste);
  • chilli roast cauliflower, red onion, parsley and pistachios – competing with Miznon’s famous Parisian version;
  • summery pides (braised octopus, ricotta, green olives, honey, pickled caper shoots and thyme);
  • crispy pomegranate glazed lamb breast and yoghurt;
  • totally addictive fried Cyprus potatoes, chili salt, garlic and herb mayo…
Valentine Benoist


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Siblings: Kyseri
The spot you should know about: sit at the bar, overlooking the open kitchen


How much?
Snacks: £2-6.50 - Plates: £6-19
Desserts: £8-9.50 - Menu: £35 - Cocktails: £6-10
Wine: glass from £4.50, bottle from £27


When, where, how?
Tuesday-Saturday 12-3pm and 5.30-10pm
74 Luke Street, London EC2A 4PY
Old Street, Shoreditch High Street, Moorgate
Reservation: yes
+44 (0)20 7729 3032
oklava.co.uk


Recipe
Roast cauliflower
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