Michelin starred restaurant, L'Autre Pied, awarded its one star in 2009, had an offer on Groupon for their 7-course tasting menu at half price. Well worth checking out if it's still on! Some may call it cheap, I know someone who calls it Value For Money. If the deal is no longer on, they also do a pre-theatre and set lunch menu so you can get a taste of their style for under £30.
UPDATE: L'Autre Pied is offering a special Easter menu of 5 courses for £39 between 14th - 27th April. Online bookings only, check menu here http://ow.ly/vhcwK
L'Autre Pied is the sister restaurant of Pied a Terre, the two star Michelin restaurant, just around the corner (and pop-up Pieds Nus) all masterminded by David Moore.
The style of food is modern, set in a relaxed non-fussy atmosphere, unlike some other French restaurants out there (cough Gauthier Soho cough), so the diner can relax and enjoy their meal with no worries about uber correct etiquette and being quiet enough to hear a pin drop.
Dishes are imaginative, precise and beautiful to look at. So much detail and precision goes in the placing of every ingredient; some are very close to works of art.
Although 7 courses long, plus amuse and pre-dessert, I left feeling comfortably full and not over-stuffed. The food felt light, virtuous and *almost* healthy.
It was a joy to eat. Without further ado, here are some pictures.
Salad of Radishes with Black Quinoa, Crème Fraiche, Fennel and Dill
Flame Grilled Mackerel with Hazelnuts, Apple Tapioca, Celery and Miso
Roasted Sea Bass with Ras el Hanout, Butternut Squash, Celeriac and Soybean
Fillet of Roe Deer with Toasted Hay, Parsley Roots, Carrots and Peanut Crumble
Apple Mousse with Lime and Olive Oil Puree, Caramel Meringue and Yoghurt
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