Evelyn's Table

"If you thought the Palomar was hard to get in to, one of their other places Evelyn’s Table might as well be surrounded by an electrified fence and a 14th century moat. This kitchen table experience only two doors down from the Palomar itself is in the basement of their pub, The Blue Posts. There’s just eleven seats at the bar, and there’s an irreverent and friendly attitude, so be prepared to get friendly with the chef who’ll be cooking everything right in front of your face. The food is southern European, and you can expect freshly caught fish and hearty pastas, but if the pork jowl or the cuttlefish ragoût are on the menu you should absolutely order them." - Sam Collins

"Claustrophobes may not enjoy heading down the narrow staircase to the former beer cellar, but this intimate counter restaurant beneath The Blue Posts pub offers an intriguing and rewarding gastronomic experience. There are two sittings per evening and, as the set menu is served to all at the same time, do be punctual – if you're early, try the top floor bar. The prime ingredients are largely sourced from the British Isles, be they Orkney scallops or Lake District beef, and are often combined with Asian notes in a series of delicate dishes; their components are explained in detail by the chefs." - Michelin Inspector

"The Selby brothers’ subterranean Chinatown counter has one star." - Eater Staff

"Evelyn’s Table feels like The Palomar graduated, invested in a designer bookshelf, and now enjoys a little white wine on a Saturday night if the babysitter is free. Although this intimate 11-seater is only two doors down from The Palomar and is owned by the same people, the kitchen table experience at this place feels more serious, but in a fun, grown-up way. Be prepared for hearty pastas, British seafood, and a lot of ooh-ing and ah-ing over the chefs’ cooking and dicing skills. " - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing

"Like all good introverts, you’re totally fine with making new friends and talking to strangers. So long as absolutely no one asks you anything personal, there’s zero chance of a crowd, and your escape route is as thoroughly considered as that one in Shawshank Redemption. Luckily, Evelyn’s Table is an 11 seater basement kitchen where you sit shoulder-to-shoulder with your fellow diners whilst you watch the chef cook your dinner. Yes, it’s intimate. But it’s less mass date of your nightmares, and more your own private screening of Masterchef. As soon as the chef starts slicing your beef tartare or seasoning the lemon sole, and the wine starts flowing, chatting to your neighbours will become inevitable. And enjoyable. Then there’s the selection of sorbets to choose from. Look at that, we feel another conversation coming on." - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing