The Best Restaurants Opening This February
Another month, another flurry of brilliant restaurants opening their doors for the first time and what a line-up February has in store for us. Whether you’re after the ultimate date night spot, fancy a taste of the Mediterranean or want to try one of Trejo’s Tacos’ famous Mexican-inspired bites, there’s something for everyone. Read on to find out the best restaurants opening this February 2024.
Camille
The duo behind Ducksoup and Little Duck, Clare Lattin and Tom Hill, will be launching their latest venture this month. Drawing on the pair’s simple, honest and provenance-led cooking, Camille is a French-inspired restaurant with charming rusticity at its heart.
The kitchen will be headed up by ex-St JOHN chef Elliot Hashtroudi, focusing on British produce with a playful nod to France. Expect dishes such as fried Jerusalem artichoke with homemade aioli and Lincolnshire poacher; trotter and parsley terrine, a take on the classic French meatloaf; lemon sole with snail butter; and langoustine cassoulet.
Opening Date: 08.02.2024
Where: 2-3 Stoney Street, SE1 9AA
Morchella
Restaurateurs Ben Marks and Matthew Emmerson – the duo behind Parilla – along with Daniel Fletcher, will be launching their newest restaurant this month. Opening its doors on 20th February, Morchella will offer a modern take on classic Mediterranean dishes, all prepared with the finest ingredients.
On the interiors front, expect a minimalistic finish, complete with lush greenery, raw plaster and stripped original wooden panelling. While the menu will boast an impressive spread of Mediterranean sharing dishes – think octopus luciana, salt-baked poussin and hake with sobrassada sauce.
Opening Date: 20.02.2024
Where: 84-86 Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4QY
Website: www.morchelladining.co.uk
Mistress
For those looking for a little slice of the Parisian lifestyle right here in London, Mistress is the new restaurant to know relishing all of the finer things in life.
Located in Mayfair, this new dining destination is inspired by the historic, clandestine tunnels beneath, a time when secrecy soared and women had to smuggle themselves into the likes of White’s private clubs. Complete with sultry reds, plush velvets and deep pinks, this place is a palace to be explored.
The menu celebrates French cuisine, with signature dishes and reimagined classics available, including the likes of lobster rolls, oysters, fillet mignon, caviar and truffle-topped dishes. There’ll be a roaming Champagne trolley on offer, alongside an extensive wine and cocktail menu.
Opening Date: 16.02.2024
Where: 48-49 St. James’s Street, SW1A 1JT
Website: www.mistressofmayfair.com
Bellazul
Bringing the picturesque, peaceful lifestyle of southern Europe to the table is Bellazul, a brand-new neighbourhood restaurant and bar landing in Marylebone this month.
You’ll feel like you’ve slipped off to the Mediterranean for the night, as the interiors – complete with large arched windows flooding the room with natural light – transport you away momentarily. As does the food. Head chef Simone Serafini – previously Cecconi’s, Cacciari’s and 5 Hertford Street – has crafted a menu that’ll see you flocking from the rich flavours of Italy to the shores of Greece and its islands.
Opening Date: 01.02.2024
Where: 43 Blandford Street, W1U 7HF
Website: www.bellazul.co.uk
Trejo’s Tacos
From Sky Kids to Machete, we all know Danny Trejo better for his hit movies. Across the pond though, they know him for his tasty tacos. This month, the Hollywood star brings his Los Angeles-meets-Mexican food to London.
This two-storey restaurant will help elevate London’s Mexican restaurant scene, bringing traditional ingredients and modern influences to the table for an exciting flavour-packed menu.
Popular dishes over in California include the likes of the steak asada taco with citrus soy steak sauce, verde slaw and pepitas pesto; chicken tinga taco with pico de gallo, tortilla strips and cotija cheese; and young jackfruit burrito with vegan avocado crema, farmers market beans, Spanish rice and pico de gallo. We hope a few of the signature dishes will make their way over to London.
Opening Date: Mid-February
Where: 299-301 Portobello Road, W10 5TD
Website: www.trejostacos.com
St John at Fortnum’s
Ok, we know this isn’t technically a restaurant opening but we’re too excited at the thought that it could one day come true. The iconic restaurant group, St. JOHN, will be popping up for three weeks at Fortnum’s while its Smithfield joint is being kitted out with a new kitchen.
Famed for its incredible, high-quality English fare and charm, St. JOHN will be bringing its ever-popular signature dishes to Piccadilly Street. Expect to be chowing through dishes such as potted pork; langoustine with mayonnaise; whole roast pig with potatoes and greens; pheasant and trotter pie; and braised lamb with barley and aïoli.
Opening Date: 06.02.2024 – 25.02.2024
Where: Fortnum’s, 181 Piccadilly Street, St James’s, W1A 1ER
Website: www.stjohnrestaurant.com
