Casa Fofo

International small plates flair

Age pollock, kale, lemon

To my surprise, the Michelin guide went ahead and launched the 2021 guide despite most restaurants weren't operating for a large part of 2020, and Casa Fofo was one of the big winners and secured a Michelin star, making it one of the cheapest Michelin starred restaurant in London with a fixed price blind tasting menu at £48. You do not know what you be having till the dish arrived at your table, so great if you are not a fussy eater and willing to explore. The food is based on Modern European cuisine style but filled with plenty of International elements, especially from Asia. 

Leek, coriander, buckwheat

Pork ravioli with chilli oil

BBQ pollack was an interesting dish, the fish was aged but not overly dry, served with kale with a lemon and pepper sauce, the intense flavour from the ageing and high heat cooking balanced it nicely with the refreshingly sweet and sour sauce. I was really confused with the pork ravioli, the pastry was really thick, and I didn't enjoy the cream and chilli oil as it really overpowered the pasta and its filling. For me, it was the weakest dish. The ex dairy cow sirloin with chestnut and mustard leaves sound great on paper, but it was underwhelming for me, the meat lacked seasoning and I felt the texture was tough, I also felt once again, the sauce was too powerful and I couldn't taste much of the meat at all.

Ex dairy cow sirloin with mustard leaves

Rhubarb, seaweed, hazelnut

The meal was interesting, with some very unusual elements which showcased some ambitious and creative dishes. Some worked, some didn't. I think it was all a bit too experimental, and it was really not Michelin star-worthy for me. The wine selection is also small with limited choices, but the wine pairing was at least very enjoyable. For those who enjoy fusion flavours and embrace the blind tasting element, this might be an ideal restaurant for you, but for sure this is not for you if you are a traditionalist.

Food 2.5/5



What I paid: 
£82 pp with wine

Average cost without drinks and services:
£48


158 Sandringham Rd, London E8 2HS

https://www.casafofolondon.co.uk/