The Golden Tooth has burst onto the north London scene like a heavyweight puncher, leaving its mark on Green Lanes in N16. This swanky new pub-restaurant is the brainchild of chef Matthew Scott and wine merchant Charlie Carr, the duo behind the sadly departed Papi in London Fields. But fear not, fans of their previous work – The Golden Tooth is a far cry from the scrappy, chaotic pop-ups that first got them on our culinary radar.
Scott's culinary journey has taken a dramatic turn for the better with this new venture. Gone are the days of messy, rough-around-the-edges dining; The Golden Tooth is a sleek, sophisticated affair that oozes maturity and refinement. Take a glance at the menu – just one sheet, but what a revelation! You'll find dishes like Hereford wing-rib with smoked bone marrow bordelaise, hogget chops with hot mint, and Sussex sheep's milk ricotta dumplings all vying for attention.
But it's not just about quantity here – quality is the name of the game. Case in point: the Montgomery cheddar tart, an absolute showstopper that'll make you wonder how you ever lived without it. Picture this: tall, quivering, eggy, and rich, with a towering mountain of grated cheese on top and a side of walnut and onion soubise for good measure.
Meanwhile, Charlie Carr's influence is writ large in the impressive wine list – think low-intervention magic from micro-producers, with an emphasis on English bottles that will put your taste buds through their paces. And don't worry about sacrificing atmosphere for a more refined experience; The Golden Tooth still very much feels like a pub at heart, inviting you to enjoy a pint or two alongside your meal – the perfect pairing, if we do say so ourselves.
Initial whispers suggested this was just going to be another pub that happens to serve food. But oh no, The Golden Tooth is most definitely a destination dining experience in its own right, with fans of fine food flocking from far and wide to sample its delights.