It is the similarities to COSMO, which closed in November, 2022, that undoubtedly dominates this restaurant
Nottingham's food scene has seen a number of surprising departures in recent years, with locals becoming all too accustomed to saying goodbye to beloved eateries. However, the sudden closure of COSMO, the popular all-you-can-eat world buffet on Milton Street, still managed to surprise many.
A particularly wet and grey Thursday afternoon might not be the ideal setting for a brand new city centre restaurant during its soft opening. However, after a warm welcome from the friendly staff at the door, we were immediately reminded of COSMO as we joined a very long queue. Having eventually been seated, the layout of the restaurant barely altered from its COSMO days, it was time to dice with the devil. By that, I of course mean the ever-increasing use of a QR code in restaurants, now being used in Panda Mami to order drinks.
Diners at COSMO are able to purchase a soft drink that comes with unlimited free refills, but this option is not available here. After mastering the QR method of ordering a £3.50 Fanta, it was time to delve into the main event. The buffet layout seemed familiar, mirroring that of COSMO's with many recognisable dishes.
With my appetite whetted, my next dish was a mixed vegetable curry with steamed rice and stir-fried mushrooms. Another delightful fusion of flavours, leading me to the age-old buffet dilemma - do I go for another 'main course' plate before venturing to the desserts?
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