New Culture Revolution - Kings Road, London

I like New Culture because they offer reasonably priced food amidst a myriad of highly expensive restaurants. They call themselves a dumpling and noodle bar but they also serve most of the things you'd expect to find in a Chinese restaurant.

At lunch you can choose from their lesser expensive and smaller portioned menu. As expected at dinner the menu is more extensive and more expensive.

We went on a busy Tuesday night and had the Chilli Squid starter (£5.95) followed by the Beef in Black Bean (£8.90) and the Braised Beef Claypot (£8.90). The Squid was delicious, very spicy and sweet. The Beef in Black Bean was tender and sharp but to be honest I've had better at my local takeaway. The Braised Beef comes served in a Claypot with Mooli and other seasonal vegetables. The meat was tender but the broth it came in was slightly under seasoned and watery.

All in all New Culture Revolution is a good restaurant. My husband swears by it. I however think that it's nothing special, that is to say it's average food in a pleasant setting, and nothing more.

New Culture Revolution
7/10
350 Kings Road
London, SW3 5EP
0207 352 9281
www.newculturerevolution.co.uk

New Culture Revolution - Chelsea, London

New Culture Revolution is classed as a dumpling and noodle bar. It is unpretentious and good value for money. During the week they serve a lunch menu, which does have less choice, but is so reasonable you can overlook that, (lunch Mon to Fri costs £7.50).

The Braised Beef Clay Pot is delicious and consists of a layer of rice topped with beef (£8.90). They also ser  boiled, steamed and fried dumplings.

The decor is simple, but the main attraction is the quality of ingredients used. No MSG. So if you're looking for a healthy meal that doesn't compromise on flavour then look no further.

New Culture Revolution
7/10
305 King's Road
Chelsea
London
0207 352 9281

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