Jabu
London Rd. may be a diverse street full of good grub, but Jabu offers a
dining experience that stands out from the crowd. While you may not be
immediately enticed by the canteen-esque décor complete with
two-year-old Christmas decorations and multi-coloured plates, it's the
food that will keep you coming back, A LOT. Start off with a
selection of steamed Chinese dumplings (that might just change your
life). We recommend beef and chilli, and then the fun part: you cook
the food! Pick a selection of raw meats, fish, veg, noodles, whatever
the heck you fancy, then you whack your tailor-made courses into some
tasty Chinese soup to cook and hey presto! You've got a dinner on your
hands. While the lazier of us may be turned off by the thought of DIY
restaurants, it's really about the whole experience. It makes for a
great evening out, sitting with pals, getting hands on and eating some
truly delicious food. Not only is it super healthy (nail your '5 a day'
in one meal) but it's cheap and you're positively encouraged to 'bring
your own' booze, a near perfect combination. One thing to note: don't
wear white, soup splash marks are likely.
Amy Collin.


