REVIEW: We Grill, Leadenhall Market

I am actually writing this review live whilst eating at the wicked-cool We Grill in Leadenhall Market. I cannot believe that in almost 5 years of living in London I have never visited Leadenhall Market - it's amazing! Though quintessentially English, the area reminds me of the covered markets and out-door eateries of France. All the above said, We Grill reminds me of neither English or French food. Specialising in, well kebabs, We Grill serves up skewers with a range of mixed salads  - and by this I do not mean sad salad leaves and the odd cucumber.

The queue at times is literally out the door and you can see why. Tarek, who owns and runs the place, has more enthusiasm than I have ever seen from a restaurant owner. He greets and loves each customer that comes through the door, knows his menu inside out and ensures a speedy service each time. Everyone from suited-and-booted local office workers through to little old me with my Macbook and large appetite is here in this beautiful space. Prices start from £2.50 (BARGAIN!!) and you will wait around 2-3 minutes for a freshly cooked lunch. 

I opted for the halloumi, tomato and courgette skewer. The halloumi cheese was (or rather is) incredibly soft and sweet, with a melt-in the moth texture that you keep coming back to. It has a gentle chipotle and lime seasoning which gives the skewer a kick of spice. The courgette ribbons and whole cherry tomatoes have a gentle roast to them meaning they have bite but are not raw - which would be quite jilting against the warming halloumi.

On the side I opted for a gorgeous red rice and red quinoa pot. This includes plump dried cranberries, butternut squash, curry and ginger spicing and a sweet maple dressing. I mean, when you order a side salad at ANY restaurant you do not expect this level of healthful food! Although the salad is cold it is actually quite refreshing and the flavours of the curry and ginger work nicely with my warm halloumi skewer.

The final verdict? Go here. Go here now. Keep going and never stop. Seriously this is an awesome lunch location and is bursting with fresh, delicious dishes to excite any diner. Kiss goodbye to your sad Pret sandwich or Tesco salad, We Grill is the place to be. Take away and seating-in is available. 
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