Ooze...

Ah, a new category. First, I'm not a restaurant reviewer. Second, I haven't been coerced or persuaded into a favourable write-up. I'll simply say that, if you're in town (anywhere near Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Oxford St etc) and you're looking for a bite but you want to avoid the usual suspects (Wagamama's, anyone?) Ooze is a great alternative. Coming back from Chicago, I'm usually more than disappointed with the general range (or lack) of dining experiences in London - at least until my palate readjusts. Contrary to the usual post-Chicago blues, I came upon Ooze via a favourable Time Out review, and I can personally recommend the Sea Bass. Muted blue lighting and clean, unfussy decor make it the perfect place for an after-work relaxer or an intimate dinner-meet. It's just a shame the seasonal crumble wasn't available that evening...