Popped here for lunch and it actually exceeded expectations. The only real downside is the noise level it’s an open kitchen and the acoustics make it pretty loud, so keep that in mind if you're looking for a quiet vibe.
The food is a total winner, especially if you’re into mushrooms. The Truffle Vol Au Vent was incredible, with super flaky pastry and a really rich sauce. The Mushroom Reginette was also a highlight the pasta had a great bite to it and was packed with flavor and toppings. For snacks, the Salt Cod Churros were spot on, and the Spanakopita was a hit too, basically a crispy roll stuffed with a ton of spinach and cheese. The Mussel Pil Pil on toast was tasty but a bit too oily for my liking. The Side Salad was really fresh and helped cut through all that richness.
Service was lovely very friendly. We had the Fabrizio Vella orange wine, which was a great shout and paired perfectly with the meal. Even though the mains are a bit overpriced and the place is noisy, the food quality is definitely there. Not sure I’d be a regular, but it’s a must visit for the mushroom dishes alone.
I mean, I could go on and describe every single dish, but it still wouldn’t do justice to how delicious everything we tried was😁
Some places just make it obvious that a lot of thought has gone into the menu. The kind of thought that comes from people who really know and love great food.
Unforgettable focaccia. Pork jowl, panzanella, potatoes👌🏻
A refreshing and beautifully executed lunch.
I had the set menu, which changes every few days. Celia was incredibly warm and welcoming, and made the whole experience feel relaxed and personal.
The seaweed focaccia with olive oil, salt, and seaweed was amazing, and the salad was a standout, with the acidity from the tomatoes balancing everything perfectly. Dunking the bread into the sauce at the end was heavenly.
The lobster bisque with rice was decent, not the highlight, but still enjoyable. The head chef was also very friendly, and the ambience felt warm and inviting.
Quick note to self, if you are even slightly clumsy, do not wear white. I somehow left looking like I had just discovered food for the first time and lost all motor skills.
Highly recommended, I would definitely come back.
What a delightful place, truly captures the particular vibe of this part of London. Tucked into an ex-bank building, the interiors is spacious but inviting with a miscellaneous of little/ bigger tables and still seats. The atmosphere is buzzing with so many different people having a good time. Servers are so very attentive and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. Loved the cocktail selection and the appetisers were my favourite along with a very special house bread and oil.
Set in an old bank building just off Exmouth Market, this place is super cool in an understated way. We booked counter seats to watch the chefs in action - not the comfiest, but in keeping with the building’s style (loved the drawer storage for cutlery and menus!). The food was excellent, especially the mussel pil pil which is a must-try along with salted cod churros. Beautifully presented dishes and really attentive service throughout. They even moved us to a table when they noticed my friend was uncomfortable, which was much appreciated. Would happily return.
