Sticky Mango

We had a delightful dining experience this evening at Sticky Mango, greatly enhanced by the charming hospitality of our host, Deep. It was our first visit, and Deep expertly guided us through the menu. He recommended starting with the chicken satay and chicken curry puffs, which were absolutely stunning. The pork belly that followed was heavenly, and to top it all off, the chocolate pebble beach mousse was simply sublime—a culinary masterpiece worthy of a chef’s kiss. Will be returning!

We came here for dinner on a weekday. The service and atmosphere was good. Food was quite disappointing. We got the softshell crab bao buns which were nice and crunchy. We also got the black pepper prawns which were nice but we literally got 4-5 prawns which is outrageous. We then got the monkfish and black cod for mains- again the portion size was ridiculous. We got two pieces of cod for £36 which is insane, it didn’t even have the skin. The ice tea mocktail was really bad too. Rice was good. Pandon macron was bitter too- the ice cream flavour with the macaron did not work. The coconut dessert was okay. We left the restaurant not full at all. We had a discount but our bill still totalled £70 which is insane considering the portions.

First time visiting, it was a strange and unique layout, well decorated if you are into that zen feel, with a shower of Eastern culture, definitely a social media post type place! Honestly, the food was not exciting. I found the spring rolls quite salty and the satay chicken I had quite bland. But the one thing I had and loved was the lamb shank! It was cooked to perfection, falling off the bone with one pull! The curry style sauce it was cooked in was very on par with Caribbean dishes I am used to, and with a side of rice, it was the perfect meal on a cold evening. I can't say I would be back in a hurry, as the food was very average, but if I was in the area and I fancied something homely and stomach hugging to eat, I might be tempted back just for the lamb shank!

£61.87 spent for 1 person. Starter, Main, Dessert, 2 Cranberry Juice. Came here last night (Thursday 6 July 2023), as I was looking for a Thai restaurant to eat at, and Google presented me with Sticky Mango. First time visiting. The spicy pork ribs for starters were so delicious I was thinking about ordering another round of them. Lamb cutlets with baby potatoes for main course also amazing, and the desert was also delicious. I will 100% be visiting again on my next trip to London and can highly recommend. The only strange / negative was I did not see 1 single member of Thai staff there.

I truly believe this is the best restaurant I’ve eaten at in London!! I tried to tasting menu and they were kind enough to substitute the brusselsprouts course for the broccoli. For £50, it is a great value. I started with the Malaysian curry puff, black pepper shrimp, and papaya salad. The curry puff was beyond incredible - as was the shrimp. I typically don’t care for papaya salad due to the fish sauce flavor, yet this one was light and delicious. Then I had broccoli cooked in oyster sauce with mushrooms and water chestnuts and monkfish in chili oil with bok choi. Both outstanding. Normally, it comes with salmon, but they were running low. I was happy to try the monkfish instead. Lastly, I had duck leg with cilantro, chili, bok choi, and mango sauce and truffle fried rice with a fried egg. The rice was slightly dry, but I asked for a side of chili oil which they brought out within seconds and vastly improved the dish to me. For dessert, I was served mango black sticky rice with a little mango sorbet and a delicious ginger “pudding” cake. The service was sweet, attentive, and fast. I promise that you will enjoy your meal and time dining here and want to go again! The very few negative reviews this restaurant receives are absolutely ridiculous and have close to nothing to do with the restaurant experience. Don’t let them influence your opinion and try one of the best restaurants in London!!