4 of the best Michelin Special Menus under £60

The Michelin-star is a timeless honour handed to only the most gifted chefs and their teams.  Once considered the realm of the world’s mega-rich, the famous and the aristocracy, this exclusive world of Michelin dining now wants to warmly welcome you with open arms by partnering with TheFork.

Now you can try some of the best food in the world without breaking the bank, and treat your loved ones to truly special meals that they’ll never forget. Read on for four of the Best Michelin Special Menus that you can enjoy for under £60!

Bala Baya, Southwark

Set in a trendy, post-industrial setting under South London’s former railway arches, Bala Baya, in Southwark, has taken Israeli cuisine into the spotlight in recent years. With an authentic and considered approach to this vibrant cuisine, Head Chef Eran Tibi and his team have earned the accolade of a Michelin star through hard work, passion and perseverance. Now, you can sample the food that earned them their reputation, with a Michelin special menu for £52 per head.

This tasting menu takes you on a journey through some of Bala Baya’s best dishes, and is perfect for sharing between two or on more social occasions. Included in the menu is a whole host of tantalising treats and rare, regional specialties. Begin with Levantine Olive Mix with Harissa marinade, Feta with lemon thyme and stewed grapes, and a Spiced chickpea hummus with pickled chilli, tomato pulp, parsley, sumac and served with pita. The next course includes blackened aubergine mess with oregano, tahini, pomegranate molasses and lychee alongside Tunisian Tartare of beef fillet with bulgur wheat, burnt peppers, mustard & garlic mayo topped with fresh oregano. For the main event, expect fresh flavours from the Fish & Fennel, a canoed sea bass with tasty burnt sage and fennel. Ending this tasting sensation is the decadent Burnt Babka - made of hazelnut and dark chocolate with morello cherry compote and creme anglaise. Book this £58 masterful MICHELIN Special menu on TheFork today!

TheFork Rating: 9 Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 12:00PM - 03:00PM, 05:00PM - 10:00PM

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Yaatra, Westminster

Situated in a Grade II Listed former fire station, this heritage location is the new home of Yaatra, an upmarket Indian restaurant that serves supremely good food that is highly deserving of its Michelin-star status. Head Chef Amit Bagyal brings more than fifteen years experience in the restaurant world to its helm, resulting in an elevated cuisine that has drawn critical acclaim since Yaatra’s opening.

With a menu that introduces a variety of regional Indian dishes and delicacies from her neighbouring countries, Yaatra celebrates cuisine in a way that is heartfelt and authentic. Their approach can be tasted in every dish of this three-course menu, from the moment you sit down through to dessert. Choose your starter from among the Calamari Pepper Fry with Chilli Passionfruit Coulis and Squid Ink Mayo, or the Stir-Fried Momos with Garlic Pak Choi and Toasted Sesame. For your main event, try anything from Chargrilled Butterfly Sea Bream with Deviled Shrimp Butter and Kiri Hodi Sauce to the Tandoori Kebab Platter, featuring Prawn, Chicken and Lamb Sheekh, served with Mint Chutney and salad. For the perfect ending to this mouth-watering menu, try a refreshing regional dessert like Tutti Frutti Cassata Ice Cream with Fruit Puree and Fresh Berries, or a Trio of Sorbets including Kalamansi, Raspberry and rare Alphonso Mango from Pakistan. Their special Michelin menu starts at £30 and is yours to book on TheFork now!

TheFork Rating: 9 Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 12:00PM - 02:30PM, 05:00PM - 10:30PM, Sunday Closed

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Benares, Mayfair

Benares prides itself on the reputation it has earned for elevating Indian cuisine beyond its fundamentals to be a thing of art. Named after India’s spiritual capital, there is something otherworldly about their approach to cooking. Their team will help you transcend through rich flavours, vibrant fragrances and a beautiful approach to presentation, under the visionary leadership of Head Chef Sameer Tameja.

With a special menu available that samples some of their finest dishes for tasting, there’s never been a better opportunity to book at Benares. Expect amazing flavours in appetisers of Pani Puri with Minted Sour Apple Water and Lassi Bubble, Essex Farm Chicken Momos with Slow Roasted Chestnuts Truffle Shorba and Cured Sea Bream Ceviche Chaat. For your main course, try delightful dishes like the Goats Milk Paneer Tikka Masala Khichdi or the Citrus Marinated Tandoor Smoked Hake with Bhaji Pao. End on a high with tried-and-tested desserts, from the Dark Chocolate with Strawberry Basil Sorbet, to regional favourites like Malai Kulfi Milk Cake with Raspberry and Rum-Soaked Yeast Cake and Orange Murabba. Book the MICHELIN Special menu at Benares, £42. 

TheFork Rating: 8.9 Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 12:00PM - 02:30PM, 05:30PM - 10:30PM

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Aquavit, Piccadilly

If you fancy exploring Michelin-star worthy Scandinavian cuisine in one of Central London’s most famous destinations, then book yourself a table at Aquavit. Modelled after a Nordic Brasserie, you can now enjoy this all-star menu for less with a Michelin Special menu available to book on TheFork at the incredible price of £50 per head.

Featured on Head Chef Jonas Karlsson’s menu is a hand-chosen run of expertly crafted regional delicacies, served over four courses. To begin, take in the flavours of Wild garlic soup with sourdough croutons. Next, enjoy the richness of Middlewhite pork croquettes served with Danish remoulade. Course three is a choice between Fillet of cod with shallot & mushroom sauce and savoy cabbage or roasted Guinea Fowl with a parsnip purée and truffle jus. For the final course, experience the Nordic flavours of Lingonberry parfait with coconut sponge and blood orange cremeaux. Book your  Michelin Special Scandinavian tasting experience at Aquavit, £50 today!

TheFork Rating: 8.8 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 12:00PM - 09:00PM, Friday - Saturday 12:00PM - 10:00PM, Sunday - Monday Closed

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