Corum
Above: Corum
Corum has undergone a major transformation: a total change of staff, design, décor and philosophy. The manager, Adel Oudjit, and the name of the establishment, have stayed the same.
Adel wants to create a high quality venue which is both an Italian restaurant and a Battersea bar. By dividing the restaurant into distinct areas, he is well on the way to achieving his aim. And the late license (till 3am) means your evening can stretch well into the night.
When we visited, we of course took full advantage of the concept: pre-dinner drinks in the newly re-furbished bar, after which we moved into the dining area which, with its new, floor-to-ceiling windows, is a lovely and light setting.
The menu features a wide selection of pasta, fish, vegetarian and meat dishes, and an amazing choice of antipasti and risotto.
Kelly had beautiful king prawns for starters and I enjoyed the mussels steamed with garlic, shallots and parsley in a creamy white wine sauce. For my main I tucked into a delicious 8oz char grilled steak, accompanied by sautéed potatoes, stuffed mushrooms and salad. Meanwhile, Kelly had a generous sea bass accompanied by roasted potatoes and vegetables. She pronounced it as perfect. Chiaretto Badolino Rosé, a lovely light Italian wine, was our recommended choice. We sampled delicious home-made tiramisu, and found that, once happily back at the bar, The Keiron Kicker, a blend of Jack Daniels, Triple Sec, fresh lime and lemonade is a great way to round off an entirely enjoyable evening.
Kate Heron
Place:
Corum, 30-32 Queenstown Road SW8
(020 7720 5445)
Feels like:
More than just an Italian restaurant; funky and classic
Tastes like:
Good Italian plus English roast on Sundays
Costs:
Starters from 4.50; mains from £7.50