A Wild East Dream
WildEast Dreams is a sleepy cottage which is easily missed amongst the bustling hustle on the theatre end of Norton Street in Leichardt. It's strange to find any asian food amongst the (mostly) mediocre Italian here, let alone interesting and good asian.
On this, our second visit the comfortable space was nearly empty (actually all of Norton St was strangely quiet) but the food and hospitality was more than enough for a great night's feast.
We dug into the combination entree plate of which zesty Otak-Otak was a runaway favorite.
Our mains were ample and elegant. Best of the 3 was Miss Piggy's pork belly which was stewed to melting tenderness in sweet sauce studded with star anise. Black vinegar chicken was a bit disappointing and a touch over-cooked.
The value here, however is unmistakable and the setting and attention to detail makes it a refreshing island of asian in the most Italian slice of the Inner West.
Rating: 13/20
WildEast Dreams Cottage
102, Norton Street, Leichhardt (directly opposite Palace Cinema) 02 - 9560 4131
No kidding about it being easy to miss. I couldn't find it the last time I strolled up Norton St!
Posted by: Fabian | June 02, 2004 at 01:53 AM