Epsom Social

AN EXCITING NEW FOOD HALL IN THE HEART OF EPSOM

A 200-seater food hall has opened in Epsom and it is fantastic! Bringing 8 different food vendors with a central 12-metre-long bar serving local coffee from Redber, craft beer from the Big Smoke Brewery and a range of cocktails and wines. Food options include pizza purveyors; Doughboyz, Venezuelan street food; Pabellón, Curry On Naanstop (as seen on BBC’s ‘Britain’s Top Takeaways’) as well as Lebanese, Mexican, Korean and delicious dessert options. Epsom Social will also showcase live music, big screen sports, comedy nights, cultural events and cooking demonstrations using local artists and creatives. Located in the heart of the town centre, at No 1 Epsom Square, you can experience the best food, drinks and events from local and independent vendors and performers, tempting kitchens from around the globe, 3 regularly rotating pop-ups offering up a range of cuisines, innovative menus and great customer service. Epsom Social are proud to partner with local entertainers to bring Epsom and the wider Surrey communities together under one roof. Live music, DJ’s and Performance Artists are bringing in the crowds, so do get in early at weekends to get your space.

SO TASTY.....

PABELLON

Pabellon is owned by husband-and-wife team, Helios and Karla Gala, who decided to share generations of family recipes and Venezuelan flavours with the people. Thank you!!! The award-winning couple tipped the votes in 2019 to win the BBC Food Guides ‘Best Street Food Vendor’ after opening on the South Bank in London and now we are lucky enough to have them grace Epsom Social. Choose from delicious wraps, stacks, buns and traditional rice dishes. Their namesake - Pabellón Criollo - is a traditional Venezuelan dish; the local version of the rice and beans combination found throughout the Caribbean. It is a plate of shredded beef in stew, stewed black beans with rice. Simple yet effective! Full of flavour and full of goodness with low calories and Vegan options without meat. A must try.

BEYROOTS

Lebanon has never had an easy time when it comes to politics, economy and civil war but the resilience, humour, love and respect of Lebanese people has always been consistent. In Lebanese culture, food really is love. Street food has been part of Lebanese cuisine for thousands of years and has always been healthy, tasty and affordable as it’s seen as part of everyday life rather than a luxury. Whether you need a healthy meal in a hurry or you are just looking for something tasty for breakfast, lunch or dinner, it is hard to beat Lebanese street food. Beyroots has taken this ethos and created an amazing menu with delicious, authentic kebabs, wraps, chicken shish, mezze and more. This is seriously good food, made from the heart. The service is second to none too!

DOUGHBOYS

Finding the perfect slice was a mission for these two pizza fans and the journey of Doughboys began. Doughboys inventors searched deep into the pizza territory (aka Italy) learning all things pizza and how they could develop their very own authentic Italian offering to bring home to tables across the UK. From Rome, Napoli and Apulia, the duo learned how each region in Italy had their very own style and preference to the perfect pizza. To this day, each of Doughboys pizza bases are made in Italy using a framework of regional recipes and traditional techniques such as handstretching and stone baking before being shipped all over the world! Their food trucks have been circling Surrey for 5 years so it’s great they have a base at Epsom Social. A must visit. These guys seriously know how to make a good pizza!

SICILY STREATS

All their Arancini is brought in from the days markets and made fresh to order. This creates a golden, crispy coating which once broken reveals an oozing risotto filling, bursting with fresh flavours. Dependent on which size you choose; cheese heaven awaits with their large burrata stuffed options. Sicily Streats pride themselves on an inclusive menu, which is both vegetarian and vegan friendly. Following years in an office environment, their charismatic owner Dan, decided his lunch-hour escapes to street food markets across London were the highlight of his days. The buzz and passion in the markets were infectious and inspired him further to start his own street food business. In June of 2021 he bought a horsebox and converted it into his new workspace and began selling Arancini, the best Arancini ever tasted. Lynsey & Sam, our Surrey Rocks reviewers, can vouch for this and thank Dan for giving up his day job to start this fantastic business! Pay them a visit, you will not be disappointed. 68 SURREYROCKS | ISSUE 15

Is billed to cater for every craving of Indian food. So... let go of all your preconceptions of Indian food and experience the real flavours of Mumbai from authentic chefs and relish true street food and its best flavours. This eatery offer amazing menu choices including canapés, sharing platters or casual style menu combined with great Indian classics. Their firm favourite with the public, ‘Butter Chicken’ was highly recommended and we tested at Epsom Social only last week. It was to die for. Slow-cooked, melt in the mouth and served with fresh naan, relish, rice and accompanying sauces and lentils (yes we are healthy!) this dish was superb. The combined meal at only £12.95 was so good that we have been back twice. The service was top notch too and our chef/waiter friendly and helpful. You can hire ‘Curry On...Naan Stop’ for special events and weddings too. ‘Curry on and do it’.. is our advice!

FUKO

In today’s competitive culinary scene, FUKO offers a truly dynamic, Korean fusion experience that keeps taste buds craving for more. The brand first opened its doors to the public near Victoria Station, London back in 2011 dishing out authentic Korean plates. Now FUKO has gone from strength-to-strength starting a whole new brand with a fun, innovative twist - keeping the Korean-Soul but sprinkled with all the imagination from their ever-changing kitchen. They are calling all flavour seekers to try them out.... although it comes with a warning: ‘FUKO cravings may occur once you’ve tasted our food!’ Surrey Rocks tested the Loaded Fries with Spicy Chicken, Onions and Toppings; the meal was superb! We will definitely be back as there is a Pulled Pork and Vegan version of this sensational dish. The Bao Buns looked fantastic too – next on our hit list!

CONTACT

 Epsom Social, Epsom Square, Epsom, Surrey KT19 8AG  info@epsomsocial.com  www.epsomsocial.com

OPENING HOURS Monday 12 noon – 8pm Tuesday & Wednesday 12 noon – 10pm Thursday 12 noon – 11pm Friday 12 noon – midnight Saturday 10am – midnight Sunday & Bank Holidays 10am – 8pm