Housed on the ground and basement floors of the the Patrick Lynch designed Zig Zag building, this new kid on the block by Martin Williams is his second venture since leaving Gaucho.
The venue
Having been to its sister restaurant M Threadneedle, I arrived with high expectations and this place did not dissapoint. One enters this multifaceted venue via its M wine store boasting a large selection of champagnes, wines and a tasting table.
Walk along its extensive wine rack stair case and enter the world of Martin, his M Raw, M Bar, private dining spaces or the M Grill with its spacious dining space,understated opulence and copper leaf ceiling will leave you spoilt for choice.
We booked the 4 course set menu with unlimited prosecco for an hour and a half @ £35pp excluding service.
Our tasting journey starts with a snack from the menu designed by renowned Australian Chef Michael Reid.
Divine bread with a chicken skin butter which led us straight onto:
Course 1 - The Snack
The Puffed beef
Creative use of intestines , think beef flavoured prawn cracker
Creative use of intestines , think beef flavoured prawn cracker
Course 2 - The Starter
kangaroo Tartare with Mushroom and Nasturtium
This popular dish of kangaroo tartare had my taste buds singing, it was well seasoned and served with a toasted bread crisp.
" I preferred to eat the tartare on its own as I found the oiliness of the bread crisp overpowered it. "
Course 3 - The Main
Argentine Black Angus Rump, with M Chips and Baby Gem Salad
These guys sure know how to cook a steak, Melt in the mouth morsels of meat, flavoured to the point that no extra sauce is offered or needed. The best I have eaten in my 12 years of reviewing food . "Best enjoyed rare to medium rare"
Course 4 - The Dessert
Dulche MousseA buckwheat crumble, sweet corn ice cream and bacon bits
Sadly my palette was not ready for this innovative dish, I found the sweet corn ice cream grainy, the bacon bits a tad too salty and chunky for the delicate mousse which was the highlight of the dish
The Team
Refreshing to see a manager who is developing his team and taking it to the next level . Having the head chef come up to your table and engage with diners is a great way of showcasing the commitment by this great team. The personal touches and seamless service are a credit to the Restaurant Director Andre Manning and his team.
Impeccable, attentive and seamless service from every member of the team. Ale Febles gets a special mention for going above and beyond.
James a passionate Head chef freshly imported from Australia who is clearly passionate about food, I look forward to him delivering new flavours/ concepts as he takes the reigns.
Overall what a fantastic dining experience, I am heading back soon to experience the full menu and look forward to that blue cheese Ice cream.
Rating
Service *****
Food ****
Ambiance *****
Overall ****
What are you waiting for, get booking!
M, Zig Zag Building, 70 Victoria St, London, SW1E 6SQ
Tel : 020 3327 7776
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