That’s the motto of the Big Easy restaurant in Chelsea my husband and I visited last night. We had tried to go there back in November only to discover it completely packed and no hope of a table without having a reservation. That alone was an indication of how good the food was. Let me tell you right now, it was one of the top five meals in my lifetime so far. Have a look at their menu and, if you know me, you’ll know why: seafood, specifically shellfish, specifically prawns and lobster. I eat at many good restaurants over here but this place was so good it deserves a post.
I had their Jonah crab claws to start while my husband had the fried jumbo shrimp. Rather than repeating myself throughout this, suffice to say, each course was phenomenal. For main I had their lobster and steak combo while my husband had their 28oz thick cut steak. Both of our steaks were cooked to perfection. They know what medium should be. Finally, for dessert I had their strawberry waffle while hubby had their homemade pecan pie. Their dessert menu is separate here. I think, to an extent, the dessert was the best course. The waffle was so crispy, the strawberries freshly cut while Tim’s pecan pie was better than any he or I had ever tasted. Every bite of everything was amazing. From the fresh crab claws and juicy jumbo shrimp to the perfectly-cooked moist steak and beautifully boiled lobster finishing with the aforementioned decadent desserts. I might also add that their cocktail selection, of which I had three fantastic margaritas while Tim had two lovely Long Island Ice Teas, was also exquisite. We left full to the brim with some of the best food we’ve had in a while.
While anyone visiting London should try the traditional British dishes of fish and chips, Shepherd’s and/or Cottage pie and Sunday Roast Dinner as well as a visit to a traditional Indian curry house, if you have the time I wouldn’t discourage anyone from visiting this restaurant. You may be able to find similar food in America, especially on the east coast, but good food no matter where it’s found is worth sampling.