#vegetarian-options

#vegetarian-options

We absolutely loved when it opened last year in King's Cross, so there has been much rejoicing over news that a new branch of the south Indian mini-chain will be opening in Soho. The biggest branch to date, Tamila will pop up on Poland Street in February. It marks the third outing for the restaurant, which also has a location in Clapham. Tamila comes from the same team as desi gastropubs The Tamil Prince and The Tamil Crown, which are both in Islington.

Imagine it: The skillet arrives at the table, still hot from the oven, cheese stretching with every chip pull, bacon sizzling at the edges, and a pop of green from the parsley and avocado. It's the kind of snack that makes you a legend among friends.

This place turns out top-notch takes on Burmese favorites, like rainbow salad in a sweet and tart tamarind dressing, and crispy-outside-silken-inside Shan tofu, made from chickpeas instead of soy. The vibrant space maintains a friendly neighborhood vibe that makes you feel like a regular from your first visit, with generous portions. The menu has plenty of gluten-free and vegetarian options, too, so it's a great pick for a group with multiple dietary restrictions to accommodate.

Oiling the grill grates is essential to leaving your portobellos intact when you flip them and pull them off the grill. But there are other tips to further ensure portobellos don't stick.

The pickle ratio matters: A full cup of chopped dill pickles might seem like a lot, but it creates the perfect pickle-in-every-bite experience.