After an afternoon in Botanic gardens enjoying the sun and the brass band, we ventured into Churchtown for a stroll with our dog.

We intended to get a Sunday lunch in Southport, but on our way back, we spotted the Botanic Road kitchen. It had a small outside terrace with a free table, ideal for us to sit & eat with our dog, which attracted usxso we ventured in.

Having studied the menu, a Sunday lunch (they do these also) appeared a safe and boring choice as there were many diverse and more appealing alternatives, so many that it was difficult to choose.

Many of the dishes were of a small "tapas" style that appealed to us as we prefer smaller portions rather than being overrated with overcrowded plates.

The very pleasant waitress suggested 3 plates each is the norm but suggested 2 each to begin and add more further along the dining experience as need be. This turned out to be good advice as 2 plates each was more than sufficient to satisfy our hunger.

The ambiance on the traditional terrace was relaxed with low, unimposing background music, subtle enough to hear yet not too loud to stifle conversation or to detract from the focus upon the culinary experience, and what an enjoyable experience it turned-out to be.

The food was presented exquisitely and tasted delicious. My wife commented that she has never eaten lasagne that tasted so good.

In conclusion I have to say that the whole experience was delightful. The Botanic Road Kitchen is a hidden gem that we intend to return to again.