Esti is a Greek inspired restaurant in Shoreditch with a beautiful open fire, whole animal rotisserie feasting plates and welcoming long tables. Dishes are served on trays and big dishes, with comfortable seating, bookshelves and dark, comforting tones. Candles and warm lighting are scattered throughout, with plenty of greenery. Outside, feel the sun on your face with the terrace, and sit on comfy big seats with big puffy cushions.
Embark on a Mediterranean culinary odyssey at Esti, where each dish is a fusion of innovation and tradition. Begin your journey with starters like white tarama accompanied by crispy potato skins, forest anise, and Zhoung, or opt for pan fried sweetbreads with Greek yoghurt served on Esti's handcrafted pita bread, complemented by bush tomato chutney. For an adventurous twist, enjoy the saganaki toastie featuring kefalotiri, rainforest lime, thyme, and British honey.
The main courses at Esti are a celebration of bold flavours. Relish in the unique octopus bolognese paired with Afeltra penne, smoked paperbark oil, bush tomato, smoked graviera cheese cream, and a touch of red dessert dust — truly a culinary spectacle. Alternatively, indulge in calamari from the coals with finger limes and garlic butter, or relish the smoked aubergine adorned with kale, brown butter, tahini, fried peanuts, pomegranate molasses, and curry leaves.
Sides like charred Brussels sprouts with chorizo and tzatziki add a delightful touch, while desserts at Esti are a symphony of flavours. Treat yourself to ice cream with Cretan olive oil parfait, Davidson plum, and sourdough crumble, or enjoy the decadence of loukoumades bread and butter pudding. Esti promises a dining experience where creativity meets culinary mastery, delivering an unforgettable feast for the senses.