We nipped over the water to West Bridgford's Yumacha to check out their mouth-watering Asian fusion delights
Set on Central Avenue in West Bridgford, Yumacha is hardly a hidden gem, but to me it felt like an undiscovered delight. I had previously visited sister-restaurant Uchi to revel in their Japanese dishes and bargain Sunday sushi deal (25 % off, you can thank me later), but a visit to Yumacha was a first, and one that had been on the cards for some time.
For those who don't know, Yumacha is an Asian-Fusion restaurant offering ever-growing in popularity small plates from around the Far East. For this visit I decided to stick to the vegan and vegetarian menu, but there are meat dishes in abundance for those who prefer that option, so fear not.
With no time to lose after a warm and cheerful greeting from our friendly server who had thorough knowledge of the menu, we placed a hungry order for six dishes to share between the two of us, plus some cocktails.
Crunchy vegetable gyoza with a sweet chilli dipping sauce; tempura vegetables covered in a sticky sweet ‘n’ sour sauce; fiery strands of Singapore noodles - the perfect heat! Chai spring rolls filled with marinated vegetables and glass noodles; Crispy pumpkin katsu; and fresh vegetable and Quorn mince lettuce wraps.
We loved every mouthful of every dish, although it must be said that the sweet ‘n’ sour tempura vegetables in their sticky sauce with some added pineapple stole the show, as did the spicy Singapore noodles. The fact we didn’t order any meat dishes was not felt whatsoever, and we weren’t left wanting more either. A total win.
We enjoyed everything so much that we were craving it again mid-week and promptly placed an order on UberEats for the Singapore Noodles and a portion of spring rolls. It was all, as they say, ‘chef’s kiss.’
Good to know: word on the street is that they offer a fantastic Bento Box deal for £9.95.
Find them at 17 Central Ave, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 5GQ
The sweet ‘n’ sour tempura vegetables in their sticky sauce with some added pineapple stole the show, as did the spicy Singapore noodles
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