Choppaluna - Bloomsbury

Fresh, Flavorful Bowls with Custom Options

Tucked away in the bustling heart of London, this place has carved out a niche for itself among the many eateries vying for the attention of the city's frantic and famished denizens. Wandering inside, I was greeted with the unmistakable aroma of freshness, enlivened by electric-hued salads and warm bowls that could quite possibly charm even the most adamant carnivore. The menu here is a delightful ode to versatile greenery alongside protein-punched options, giving a convivial shout-out to both herbie enthusiasts and meat-lovers alike. Their spicy chicken tikka with corn salsa was a harmonious explosion of zest, while the substantial harissa chicken bowl left both myself and my appetite gazing longingly into the more interesting corners of earthier trails.

The decor oozes minimalistic flair—think Scandinavian woods with an unabashed greener spirit—perfectly encapsulating their eco-friendly ethos. As a fair warning, though, consistency can be as elusive as sunlit winter days in Yorkshire. While one might chance upon friendly servers drizzled with top-notch sincerity who perfect your bespoke salad dreams with meticulous precision, equally likely is running into a somewhat perfunctory presence at the counter. Yet, in one median visit, modish wooden utensils in hand and a chia pudding gently nestled beside, you’ll find the felicity of sublimely fresh morsels—with a portion so ample it begs the patronage of seconds rather than apologies. If you crave vigilant vitality within your dietary repertoire, this nifty locale warrants an insistent revisit. — Milo Tastemaker