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Welcome To Call It What You Want
Call It What You Want is a unique dining experience nestled in Cowes, UK. Established five years ago by visionary Mark, this restaurant breaks traditions with its intriguing concept of no fixed menu. Guests are treated to a delightful array of creole cuisine, prepared with skill and passion. Highlights include the butter milk fried chicken, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and rich jambalaya, all served in generous portions. The restaurant exudes a warm atmosphere, enhanced by friendly service and carefully selected beers. With options for vegans and a focus on fresh, homemade ingredients, it's an exceptional choice for food lovers seeking something extraordinary.
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Call It What You Want
Welcome to Call It What You Want, a unique dining experience located in the heart of Cowes, UK. Nestled at 11 Shooters Hill, this hidden gem has stirred up quite the culinary conversation in the community. What sets this restaurant apart is its unconventional approach: a delightful, ever-changing menu crafted with the finest ingredients that showcase the bold flavors of Creole and Cajun cuisine.
The brainchild of Mark, who embarked on this culinary adventure five years ago, Call It What You Want transforms traditional dining with its no-menu philosophy. The dishes are designed to surprise and delight, as guests are encouraged to trust the chef's creativity and expertise. The atmosphere here is warm and inviting, enhanced by the historical charm of its previous life as a butcher's shop, giving the space a character all its own.
As you step inside, the aroma of butter milk fried chicken and the sight of ribs cooked to perfection instantly beckon you to savor the experience. Patrons rave about the buttermilk fried chicken with its irresistibly crispy skin, and the tender ribs that fall effortlessly off the bone. The seasoned rice and hearty vegetables, including fresh broccoli, round out the meal, but be sure to inquire about vegan options if you're seeking plant-based delights.
Reviews highlight the exceptional food quality, with diners like Si To appreciating the personalized service. Mark is known to go the extra mile, accommodating guests and ensuring they leave satisfied. The atmosphere is further enriched by carefully selected Mexican and Spanish beers, making each meal a pairing adventure.
For those who think Cajun cuisine lacks charm in the UK, look no further than Pierre Osterrieth, who found the offerings to be nothing short of perfect. The flavor profiles at Call It What You Want prove that you can indeed trust the chef with your palate. Undoubtedly, diving into the chowder is a must, as others, like Lloyd Emery, have described it as “absolutely delicious” and a personal favorite.
Michelle Salsbury echoes this sentiment with a focus on the remarkable ribs and burgers that stand out, while Rani Buskell appreciates the attention to fresh, homemade, high-quality foods, especially for vegan diners. It’s evident that each dish serves not just a meal but an experience worth having, with flavors that brighten up your palate. From comforting hamburgers to robust jambalaya, every bite is an exploration of culinary craft.
In conclusion, Call It What You Want is not just a restaurant; it’s an ongoing story of flavors, community, and heartfelt hospitality. If you're looking for a meal that transcends expectations and brings a taste of Creole flair to the UK, this is the place to be. Don’t miss your chance to savor a truly distinctive dining experience in Cowes!
Contact them at +44 1983 302666 to make a reservation and embark on your own culinary journey today!
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“ Lovely to meet Mark today who started this crazy idea of a restaurant without a menu 5yr ago. We had a ferry to catch and he kindly arranged to serve us early just after six. We had a mountain of a plate of creole food - butter milk fried chicken with the crispiest skin, ribs rub and cooked till they fall off the bone, seasoned rice, mince and pork and delicious mushrooms. The only veg was broccoli but I suspect they do vegan if you ask for it. Lovely rare Mexican & Spanish beers and sharing a shot of Shanky's whiskey with Mark completed a lovely and unique evening. And we got to our 8:20pm ferry on time! Will definitely return. ”
“ Could not be happier with our choice of restaurant. We were sceptical about cajun food in the UK but everything was perfect. Trust the chef - he knows how to put together a great menu. ”
“ Shared a great meal with our family in this very friendly, atmospheric and cool restaurant set within an old butchers. The menu is crafted based on supreme flavours and food quality, it's not the biggest of menus but for me that counts towards the effort of producing each dish. We sampled most items from the menu from starters to mains. My personal favourite was the chowder, just absolutely delicious!! The portions are more than adequate and we all left full to the brim. Service by the owner is friendly, chilled and welcoming, in keeping with the ambience of the restaurant. The decor is great, featuring original tiles and some old features of the buildings former use. We will definitely be visiting again and many more times after. ”
“ AMAZING! Something different for the island and executed well. Have eaten in the restaurant a few times but now have weekly takeaways to brighten up lockdown. The ribs are amazing, burgers superb, chicken- who needs kfc, and the jambalaya is flavoursome ”
“ A fantastic choice for dinner. Fresh, homemade, high quality food in a friendly and relaxed setting. Each booking was given their own personalised service and the host went above and beyond. As vegans it can be very difficult to find dinner options let alone ones we actually enjoy. It was one of the best vegan meals we've eaten out and worth traveling across the island for if you have to. You could tell that the alcohol on offer was very carefully selected and complimented the food and all tastes. A must do on the island. ”
“ The host was very enjoyable and entertaining. The shop used to be a butchers I've never seen anything like it. There is no menu, and you get what you're given. All different meats stacked high on a hot plate. It looked a mess, but it was the tastiest mess I've had. This was a different experience to have. Great host, great food, great atmosphere Must go ”
“ Incredible. Booked on a whim last minute as staying in the area and reviews looked good - I can confirm it lived up to/exceeded expectations from the reviews and I will come out of my way from the mainland to visit again in the future!! The host was fab, a really friendly guy with a great sense of humour, and the food was amazing, perfect portion size for us with incredible flavours and an all round 10/10 experience. Thank you SO much :-) ”
“ Honestly incredible - would totally recommend to anyone visiting the Isle of Wight. Visited with my girlfriend, my sister and her fiance and advised in advance that we were all vegan. The flavours that they managed to get out of the vegetables was unbelievable, and the broccoli was so, so smoky - seriously impressed. Not only this, but the owner was one hell of a laugh and really made the entire experience top tier. One of those places where the ambience and premise completely reflect the character of the owner. Can't wait to come back. ”