Genesis Review

My Review of Genesis – a plant-based restaurant serving organic vegan food in a fast-casual fashion, with a diverse menu and pink retro vibes.

Where: 144 Commercial Street, Spitalfields

Website: http://eatgenesis.com/

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/eatgenesis/

Menu: http://eatgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Paper-Menu.pdf

CHECKED OFF MY LIST: 11^th November, 2018

BACKGROUND:

Genesis, a 100% plant-based alchemy restaurant serving organic vegan food in a fast-casual dining environment, opened its doors in September 2018. Their menu boasts a diverse spread of dishes from all over the world, including Israel, Mexico, Malaysia, India, and New York. All are made from high-quality ingredients that are non-GMO and certified organic by The Soil Association, promoting health and sustainability.

ATMOSPHERE:

The décor of Genesis really sets this space apart. We sat on a plush pink bench at a pink-tiled table. Our food arrived on beautiful pastel dishes. Potted plants and cacti dotted the area, and the walls featured neon signs. Yet there’s a distinctly casual feel, with food ordered at the counter. It was quite busy while we were there, and the queue at the counter was long at times. But it moved quickly, and our food came in good time.

MY SHORTLIST:

• ‘Love is Green’ Tea
  • This herbal and non-caffeinated tea, made from carrot, spinach, pear, and apple, had the most wonderful smell and subtle flavour.

• Kimchi Fries, with sriracha mayo
  • This was the stand-out dish for both me and my friend. The combination of fries with kimchi is honestly genius. Flavourful and crunchy kimchi contrasted perfectly with salty fries and spicy sriracha mayo, with just the right amount of kick. This plate was delicious!

• Turmeric Cauliflower
  • The vibrant colour of the Turmeric Cauliflower was just the start of what I loved about this dish. The bright yellow chargrilled cauliflower provided the perfect dramatic backdrop for the green tahini sauce, which added a lovely creaminess. The flaked almonds, ruby pomegranate seeds, and sultanas gave even more texture and sweetness to the whole ensemble.

• Char Kway Teow Malaysian Street Noodles
  • This dish was another favourite of ours. The brown rice noodles were beautifully cooked, and topped with stir-fried vegetables with a tasty spicy black bean sauce to finish.

Which would be your favourite dish?!

You can check out the full review I did for Glowcation on their website! And if you’re ever in Shoreditch, definitely go check out this place. I can’t wait to go back to try more of their menu!

For more London vegan food spots, check out my London Vegan Bucket List.