Parsons Green has officially levelled up. Chef Scott Hallsworth, the creative mind behind Freak Scene, Kurobuta and Kuroyoko, has launched his boldest venture yet: Freak Momma, a chaotic, flavour-packed Japanese super-diner that opened on 21 November 2025 at 28 Parsons Green Lane, London SW6.
For those who follow London’s most exciting food openings, this one is genuinely standout — the kind of spot worthy of a place in Verge Magazine’s food and culture roundups. Freak Momma takes the original Freak Scene concept and turns the volume way up, blending Tokyo izakaya vibes with classic American diner indulgence for an experience that’s loud, brash, playful and seriously addictive.
A Tokyo-Meets-Diner Mash-Up
Freak Momma is built on energy — big flavours, big creativity, and even bigger personality. The menu swings from elevated small plates to unapologetic comfort dishes, all with Hallsworth’s trademark irreverent, precision-driven approach.
Expect hits like:
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Singapore Butter Ribs (£12) – glazed with condensed milk, soy and curry leaf
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Sashimi Tacos (£9) – fresh, punchy and topped with truffle mayo
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Cheeseburger Spring Rolls (£10) – the ultimate guilty pleasure
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Freak Momma Burger (£16) – stacked with crispy five-spice duck
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Izakaya Smash (£12) – dripping with BBQ onions and liquid miso-cheese sauce
And if you’ve got room left? The desserts go just as hard:
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Pecan Pie Sundae (£9)
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Elvis Toast (£9) – fried cinnamon shokupan loaded with peanut butter mousse, blueberry jam, whipped banana crème and crispy pancetta
Scott Hallsworth’s Biggest, Wildest Opening Yet
Hallsworth has long been one of London’s most influential chefs, having risen to Head Chef at Nobu London before launching cult favourites Kurobuta and Freak Scene. His current restaurants — Freak Scene and Kuroyoko — continue to showcase his signature mix of Japanese-inspired technique, creativity and rebellious flair.
Freak Momma takes everything he’s known for and lets it erupt into a full-blown Tokyo-diner fever dream. If you want a sense of Hallsworth’s world, check out his previous projects:
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Freak Scene: https://freakscenerestaurant.com/
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Kuroyoko: https://kuroyoko.com/
