Manna is one of London’s oldest and
most established vegetarian restaurants. In recent years they have turned vegan
and begun to cater increasingly for gluten free and organic diets. The seasonal
menu combines ethical values with gourmet presentation and packs in a variety
of cuisines.
The menu changes from lunch to
dinner and includes daily and festive specials.
Current menu highlights include; 'Spiced
jerk tofu, plantain and sweet potato kebab with Caribbean coleslaw, lime
cream & toasted cashews'. 'Raw maki
rolls- raw
'riced' parsnip, carrots beetroot and avocado, served with tamari, pickled
ginger and wasabi pea coulis' and 'Basil & cashew cheese croquettes
with homemade chilli jam'.
The main dish that caught my eye was 'The Spring Thali Plate' - Channa masala, mild kofta cake and vada donut with cashew
nut & garden pea rice. Served with papadum and homemade chutneys.
The main courses are not wonderful for
allergy sufferers. Not many dishes are gluten free but it is best to call in
advance and check the daily special. There is also a 'Build Your Own' option
consisting of 4 sides of your choice. This has some naughty and rarely seen
treats such as gluten free onion rings and mash and gravy as well as more healthy grains,
beans and greens.
Dessert triumphs are the gluten free 'Banoffee Trifle' and the 'Cranberry & Orange Cheesecake' which are not
to be missed.
If it is
afternoon tea time Manna are proud to offer gluten free, vegan muffins and chocolate
brownies. Sugar free fruit cake and for
the lactose intolerant, all the remaining desserts are vegan (and often also wheat
free.)
Manna is
something of a special occasion restaurant in its price range and presentation but
still low key enough to pop in after a day at London Zoo.
Great for: Vegan, organic.
Good for: Wheat free, gluten free.
Bad for: Nut allergy.
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