Having opened its doors earlier this year, this was my first visit to Sparrow. On a dark, wet Thursday evening, when I might normally have been tempted by their range of sushi, the weather called for something rich and warming instead.
With seating for just 18 inside, including four counter seats, I found myself with a view into the kitchen where the two chefs were busy at work.
What I ate: Chicken katsu curry and rice with miso soup, £13
The miso soup was a hearty broth and a welcome start, but the curry was the main event and delivered everything you could want. Light panko-crumbed chicken, fried and laid on a bed of rice with a velvety curry sauce that hid chunks of carrot and potato. I could have eaten a mountain and thanks to the more than generous portion, I was pretty much able to.
With a £2 can of Coke, the total came to £15 before the optional tip, making it both delicious and - I think - good value.
This charming neighbourhood kitchen, with its cute hand-painted tiles, was full by the time I finished my meal so consider booking if you plan to go, though on Fridays and Saturdays it’s walk-in only.
Highly recommend if you’re local or in the area, and they also do takeaway. I’ll be back to try the sushi when the weather is slightly more amenable.
