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Made in Camden
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About the Vibe
Tucked inside the iconic Roundhouse, Made in Camden offers a unique dining experience where art meets cuisine. The space transforms from a buzzing pre-show venue into a chilled, red-and-wood-toned sanctuary once the concerts begin. While the kitchen's output can be hit-or-miss—think rubbery eggs alongside brilliant fusion plates like fennel with salted caramel—the atmosphere and commitment to supporting young artists make it a worthwhile stop for the culturally curious.
Known For
- •fusion small plates
- •Roundhouse concert venue
- •support for young artists
- •intelligent wine list
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Reviews (1)
Cultural dining with a mixed bag of flavors
Made in Camden is a fascinating experiment in dining within a performing arts venue. The space itself is striking, with its red and wood tones creating a warm, intimate atmosphere that works well once the concert crowds have settled. The menu aims high with fusion flavors—think fennel with salted caramel and feta, or baba ganoush with pomegranate seeds—but execution is inconsistent. You might find yourself marveling at a perfectly crisp calamari with yuzu aïoli one moment and questioning a rubbery soft-poached egg the next.
What really sets this place apart is its mission: every penny goes to the Roundhouse Trust, supporting artistic work with children and young adults. That altruistic angle adds a layer of meaning to your meal that you won't find at many other spots in Chalk Farm. The wine list is thoughtful and reasonably priced, starting at £18 per bottle, and the cocktail selection is solid if not groundbreaking. It's the kind of place you visit when you're in the mood for something culturally rich, even if the food doesn't always hit the mark.
Lire en français
Situé à l'intérieur du mythique Roundhouse, Made in Camden propose une expérience culinaire originale où l'art rencontre la gastronomie. L'espace se transforme en un sanctuaire chaleureux aux tons rouges et boisés une fois les concerts commencés. La cuisine vise haut avec des saveurs fusion—comme le fenouil au caramel salé et feta, ou le baba ganoush aux graines de grenade—mais les résultats sont inégaux. On peut se délecter d'une calamare parfaitement croustillante à l'aïoli yuzu, puis se demander pourquoi un œuf mollet semble caoutchouteux.
Ce qui distingue vraiment cet établissement, c'est sa mission : chaque euro va au Roundhouse Trust, soutenant des projets artistiques pour les jeunes. Cette dimension altruiste donne une profondeur supplémentaire à votre repas, rarement trouvée ailleurs à Chalk Farm. La carte des vins est réfléchie et raisonnablement tarifée, à partir de 18 £ la bouteille, et la sélection de cocktails est solide. C'est l'endroit idéal pour une sortie culturelle, même si la cuisine ne coche pas toujours toutes les cases.