6/11/24 - updated with the opening date
You might recall that there once was an Italian restaurant Babbo in Mayfair. It closed a few years back, saying it was going to be a temporary closure and sure enough, Babbo is returning - albeit in a brand new location.
It's the latest restaurant to set its sights on St John's Wood (with Belgravia stalwart Motcombs opening there too). At their new space (taking over the space which once held Harry Morgan's), they plan to be an all-day Italian dining affair, with things kicking off at breakfast. Dishes from the menus throughout the day include:
- Crispy Neapolitan Sfogliatelle filled with Vanilla Chantilly Cream
- Babbo Parmigiana
- Polletto Alla Griglia - grilled spatchcock baby chicken marinated in spices with charred lemon
- Spaghettoni Con Vongole Versaci E Datterino - spaghettoni gragnano cooked in fish broth, clams and datterini tomatoes
In addition to the restaurant, there will be a bar and lounge area, so this could be a handy drinks pitstop in the area, with a Sage Cherry Negroni promised for the cocktail list. There will be a large terrace outside too, and given its winter opening, that'll be heated from the outset.
More about Babbo
Where is it? 29-31 St John's Wood High St, London NW8 7NH
When does it open? 9 December 2024
Find out more: Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @babbo_restaurant.
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