I'd passed this place a few of times, always excited by the smells
wafting out from its tiny doorway. When we finally managed to snag a
table, I have to say I wasn't disappointed.
Taking
a spot by the window for one of DD's early dinner sittings was, in a
word, fun. It's such a small restaurant that not only can you see and
smell everything coming out of the kitchen, but you can really immerse
yourself in the buzz of the place as you cosy up with the other diners.
We
started with some deep-fried chicken wings and spicy popcorn prawns.
The prawns were a little uninspiring, but the chicken wings made up for
it. I don't know what was in the batter, but I'm sure I could taste
cinnamon or nutmeg? Spicy and delightfully moist.
We
followed this up with one of DD's platters, mainly because we were
stumped by what to choose from the menu and this allowed you to try a
little bit of everything. From goat curry and jerk chicken to slow
roasted pork and fried plaintain, plus a selection of tasty salads, the
platter was huge when it arrived at the table and smelt amazing. My
favourite was the goat curry, not too spicy but so full of flavour – a
real taste bud tickler. My advice would be to starve yourself all day as
you'll need room for all of this!
With no alcohol licence, DD's is bring your own, which only adds to the charm of the place in my opinion.
I'd say ditch the fish and chip supper and sample a little taste of the Caribbean on your next blustery trip to the seaside.
Price point: cheap as chips –
still OK – getting pricier – pricey – super fancy, but worth it!
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