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Engine Social Dining

West Yorkshire, Sowerby Bridge - Global - Restaurant - ££

A riot of global flavours and small plates

Overall Rating: Very Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Very Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Very Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Very Good

‘Oh, there is so much creativity in the cooking,’ exclaimed a fan of this extensively and stylishly refurbished venue run by chef Mark Kemp (one-time right-hand man to Simon Shaw at El Gato Negro up the valley in Ripponden) and front-of-house Wil Ackroyd. What they offer is a ‘global small plate vision’ that's a lot more cohesive than it sounds and doesn’t jar at all – despite the gritty West Yorkshire mill town location. Kemp understands the marriage of flavours and textures, while his menu bristles ‘incredibly delicious’ ideas: crab potato chips with avocado, kohlrabi and miso mayo; adobo-spiced fire-roasted cauliflower; sobrasada gyozas with makhani sauce; picante chorizo cooked in cider with pickled onion and toasted sourdough. The kitchen also scours the globe for more substantial offerings ranging from slow-braised beef cheek with leek, muscatel and mustard cream to a red curry of masala cod involving lentils and spinach. Reader...

‘Oh, there is so much creativity in the cooking,’ exclaimed a fan of this extensively and stylishly refurbished venue run by chef Mark Kemp (one-time right-hand man to Simon Shaw at El Gato Negro up the valley in Ripponden) and front-of-house Wil Ackroyd. What they offer is a ‘global small plate vision’ that's a lot more cohesive than it sounds and doesn’t jar at all – despite the gritty West Yorkshire mill town location.

Kemp understands the marriage of flavours and textures, while his menu bristles ‘incredibly delicious’ ideas: crab potato chips with avocado, kohlrabi and miso mayo; adobo-spiced fire-roasted cauliflower; sobrasada gyozas with makhani sauce; picante chorizo cooked in cider with pickled onion and toasted sourdough. The kitchen also scours the globe for more substantial offerings ranging from slow-braised beef cheek with leek, muscatel and mustard cream to a red curry of masala cod involving lentils and spinach.

Readers love the ‘very innovative use of herbs and spices,’ which also extends to various tacos riffs and plates of ‘gorgeous’ Japanese-style beef perked up with pickled ginger, yuzu kosho, wasabi, citrus and crispy onions. Staff are always warm and friendly, service is outstanding and there is a terrific selection of wines and other libations to round of a great-value package.

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VENUE DETAILS

72 Wharf Street
Sowerby Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX6 2AFGB

01422 740123

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OTHER INFORMATION

Counter seating, Wheelchair access, Parking, Family friendly, Credit card required, Deposit required

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