What’s cooking in London: latest restaurant & dining highlights February 2026
Winter is the perfect time to enjoy hearty meals and seasonal flavours, and London’s restaurants are serving up plenty of options. In this edition of FLO Food Round Up, we look at the latest menu updates and special offerings, from classic set menus at The Ivy Collection to a Matcha tasting menu at SACHI, a cosy alpine-inspired experience at The Chalet, and a pop-up series at The Pilgrm Hotel in Paddington.
Set Menu Highlight
The Ivy Collection is expanding its much-loved 1917 two-course set menu, priced at £19.17, celebrating the year the first Ivy restaurant opened in London. Available across The Ivy Collection, the menu now has an additional two dishes per course, offering a curated selection of seasonal dishes.
Perfectly comforting for winter, starters include a warming French Onion Soup, topped with gratin aged cheese croutons and parsley and a luxurious Duck Liver Parfait with caramelised hazelnuts, apricot and apple chutney, served with toasted brioche. Other options among the starters are Robata Grilled Chicken Skewers with a creamy bang bang peanut sauce, sesame, coconut, lime and coriander, a vibrant Tamarind Beetroot and Endive Salad and Salt and Pepper Calamari with a sesame and gochujang glaze and an Asian slaw.
Stars of the mains include The Ivy Classic Shepherd’s Pie, made with slow-braised lamb and beef, topped with cheddar mash and served with a rich rosemary and red wine sauce, a Pan-fried Aegean Sea Bream with shaved fennel, Granny Smith apples, chives and white wine velouté and a rich and creamy Foraged Wild Mushroom and Truffle Linguine. For a £4.95 supplement, guests can also opt for the Minute Steak, accompanied by a rich peppercorn sauce, crispy onions and triple cooked chips.
Add a third course for an additional £4.95 with a selection of delectable desserts, including a Flambéed Crème Brûlée and Sticky Toffee Pudding. For a £2.95 supplement, guests can enjoy in the iconic IvyChocolate Bombe with vanilla ice cream, honeycomb and hot caramel sauce.
Location: Multiple Ivy Locations Website: ivy.collection.com Instagram: @the_ivy_collection
Image courtesy of Ivy Collections
What’s On
Sachi X Sayuri Tea Matcha tasting menu launch
Dining at SACHI in Belgravia feels like a refined, contemporary Japanese experience elevated by its dramatic setting atop the historic Pantechnicon building on Motcomb Street. Housed on the second floor with access to a lively rooftop bar and terrace with views over Belgravia, the restaurant combines sleek, minimalist design with warm lighting and natural materials that create an effortlessly stylish and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for anything from a casual lunch to a special evening out.
They have launched one of London’s first Matcha tasting menus created in partnership with Sayuri Tea and brings the much-loved ingredient into every course, from savoury to sweet.
Think refined Japanese flavours, from Octopus Karaage served with matcha honey sauce and dusted with matcha salt through to Salmon Chazuke finished with a fragrant matcha broth. The three-course menu is £55 per person
Click here to read our review of the Sachi X Sayuri Tea Matcha tasting menu.
Date: Matcha Tasting Menu Ends 9 February 2025. Location: Second Floor, Pantechnicon, 19 Motcomb Street, London SW1X 8LB. Website: sachirestaurants.com. Instagram:@sachi.london
Image courtesy of SACHI London.
The Chalet at the Rosewood London
Winter hasn’t quite left us and if your pockets are too empty for a trip to the alps skiing then perhaps The Chalet at Rosewood London should be on your radar. It’s the “apreswork” scene you didn’t know you needed to get you through the winter. A heart and tummy-warming experience for the month of February.
The alpine-inspired winter terrace offers a warm, intimate escape in the heart of the city. Couples can cosy up inside the Goldbergh-dressed chalet over a bubbling cheese fondue, finish with a Chestnut Mont Blanc, and sip wintery whisky cocktails crafted especially by The Singleton - while Galentine’s groups can settle in for an indulgent, fireside-style evening that feels worlds away from London.
The Chalet remains open throughout February at Rosewood London
Location: 252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN Opening Hours: 12.00pm–10.00pm, Monday to Sunday. Website: rosewoodhotels.com Instagram: @rosewoodlondon
The Chalet at the Rosewood London. Image courtesy of Rosewood London
Pop Up Series at the PILGRM Hotel Paddington
At The Pilgrm Hotel in Paddington the first guest chef of 2026 is landing on the 4thFebruary. The Pilgrm in Paddington has built a strong reputation in the area as a stylish, relaxed and inviting space that goes beyond a typical hotel café or restaurant by championing a rotating cast of pop-up chefs and guest residencies, from Filipino modern cuisine with LUTO to vibrant Caribbean flavours with chef Keshia Sakarah. This residency format has earned The Pilgrm a reputation as a destination for food lovers keen to explore emerging talent, unique menus and seasonal twists, making it a memorable spot for adventurous dinners, standout brunches or a lively evening with cocktails and small plates.
On February 4th Nargisse, chef and cookbook author, debuts her modern Moroccan concept LADEED, translating to “delicious” in Moroccan Arabic. Her cooking celebrates vibrant, soulful flavours rooted in Moroccan tradition, reimagined through a contemporary lens.
Highlights from the menu include snacks such as M’simenbread with cultured harissa butter, souk olives and ras elhanout nuts, alongside small plates like Zaalouk, Black Garlic J’ben and Merguez Serrouda. Taking centre stage is a spiced Lamb Maqfoul with jammy onions and tomatoes, served with green couscous and seasonal sides. For dessert, a Moroccan-inspired Dame Blanche pairs vanilla ice cream with green tea and mint-infused chocolate.
Whether you are dashing in or out of trains at Paddington station this is a great little spot to head to before or after your journey.
Location: 25 London Street, London W2 1HH Date: Residency runs from 4 February - 7 March 2026, Wednesday – Saturday 6pm-9:30pm Website: thepilgrm.com Instagram:@thepilgrm
Albers launches a Worker’s Lunch in Dalston
Times are hard and London restaurants are coming up with some excellent value meals.
This month, De Beauvoir’s neighbourhood bistro Albers haslaunched a new weekday Worker’s Lunch, which includes a main plate and a glass of wine for £16. Available Thursday & Friday from 12-3pm, the offer has been designed to feel generous, straightforward, and a little indulgent - the perfect way to pause the day and enjoy a proper lunch.
Expect signature Albers dishes like House-Made Sausage & Beans, Cod Cheeks with Potato and Peas, and the iconic and Banoffee Babka. And of course, if you want to treat yourself at the end of the week to the full a la carte menu you won’t be disappointed.
Its reputation in the area is one of a genuinely excellent community hub that has quickly become part of the fabric of the neighbourhood. Celebrated for its modern European and small-plates cooking rooted in classic techniques and seasonal ingredients, the menu cleverly balances familiar flavours with playful twists, complemented by a concise wine list and standout cocktails.
The vibe is friendly and unpretentious with Scandi-inspired design and generous natural light by day, shifting into a more candlelit, romantic feel in the evenings, a place that’s equally great for a laid-back meal with friends or a date night.
Location: 23A Englefield Rd, London N1 4JX Opening hours: Worker’s Lunch every Thur & Fri, Dinner Tues – Saturday, Closed Sun-Mon Website: albers.london Instagram: @albers.london
Albers Food. Plaice, Beurre Blanc + Hereford Beef, Peppercorn Sauce. Image courtesy of Albers.
Frida Kahlo: Women Experiences, an immersive Live Art project
Mestizo Chelsea is hosting Frida Kahlo: Women Experiences, an immersive live art project officially supported by UN Women and facilitated by PVBLIC Foundation. Set within Mestizo’s downstairs space, the experience invites visitors into Frida Kahlo’s emotional, artistic and personal universe through interactive installations, never-before-seen photographs and authentic personal letters.
One of the most distinctive elements of the project is how it extends from art into gastronomy. Guests can continue the experience with an optional five-course Mexican tasting menu inspired by the dishes served at the wedding of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, offering a rare and intimate way to connect with their story through food, ritual and celebration. The menu is paired with mezcal and tequila, Mexico’s most emblematic spirit.
This is a wonderful way to celebrate the run up to the Frida Kahlo Exhibition at the Tate Modern later this summer.
Date: 22 January - 10 April 2026. Location: 392 King’s Road, London SW3 5UZ Website:mestizo-chelsea.com Instagram: @mestizo_chelsea
Frida Kahlo. Image courtesy of Mestizo Chelsea
Italian-Polish Pop-Up at Pasero Wine Bar, South Tottenham
The UK’s vibrant culinary scene is steadily moving beyond central London, uncovering hidden gems in lesser-known neighbourhoods. Since 21st January, a unique Italian-Polish pop-up, Solan, has landed at Pasero Wine Bar in South Tottenham - for one month only.
Led by chefs Agata, originally from Poland, and Giorgio, from Italy, Solan is a project inspired by memories of home, combined with experience in some of Europe’s most prestigious kitchens, including the three-Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana, one-Michelin-starred KOL, and three-Michelin-starred Noma.
Giorgio grew up in Puglia and began his professional training at 19. He joined Osteria Francescana in Modena, Massimo Bottura’s three-Michelin-starred restaurant, before moving to London to work at KOL under Santiago Lastra for over two years, exploring Mexican techniques and open-fire cooking. His journey continued at Noma in Copenhagen, where he further deepened his understanding of fermentation.
Agata started her culinary career in 2020, stepping into a kitchen for the first time to cook for Michelin-starred chefs Antonio Arcieri and Paco Pérez at Arco in Gdańsk. Her produce-driven approach was honed in acclaimed kitchens such as NOPI (London), Disfrutar (Barcelona), Gresca (Barcelona), and KOL (London).
Solan began as a love for cooking the food closest to home. Over time, it has revealed the harmony between Italian simplicity and Polish depth, enriched by techniques and knowledge gained from training in some of the world’s best kitchens.
Date: Wednesdays to Saturdays. Time: 5:00pm–9:30pm. Location: Pasero, 120a W Green Road, South Tottenham, London N15 5AA. Website: pasero.uk. Instagram: @pasero.uk
Image credit Llateef photography, via Luna Omakase
LUNA omakase launches a second seating
For those who have been struggling to get a reservation at Luna Omakase , London’s only omakase in the City and the capital’s highest, is launching a second nightly sitting from 3 February 2026. Guests can now reserve 6pm or 8.30pm, Tuesday to Saturday, to experience an intimate 12-seat restaurant experience, where each evening unfolds across 12 courses inspired by the 12 phases of the moon. The entire menu is gluten- and nut-free, making LUNA the capital’s only fully allergen-conscious omakase.
Led by Executive Chef Leonard Tanyag, LUNA’s Sosaku-style Edomae omakase celebrates the finest seasonal fish and seafood, from Bluefin Otoro and Hokkaido scallops to premium King Crab and line-caught white fish. Signature dishes such as Otoro Tartare with Oscietra Caviar and Chef Leonard’s Hamachi Yaki Onigiri combine technical mastery with warmth and personal storytelling.
Perched on the 9th floor, LUNA offers stunning views across the City of London, including St Paul’s Cathedral and the surrounding skyline. The 12-seat restaurant is designed for intimate connection, where each course unfolds with ritual and rhythm, enhanced by Oms Rocha’s bespoke lunar artworks reflecting the moon’s twelve phases. If you have someone to woo or impress, Luna Omakase would be a wise choice.
Location: 9th Floor, 100 Liverpool Street, London EC2M 2AT Opening hours: Tuesday – Saturday 6pm-Midnight Website: luna-omakase.com Instagram: @luna.omakase
Words by Natascha Milsom
