Stepping inside, guests are greeted by warm, ambient lighting and a rich palette of earthy tones paired with stone surfaces and soft textures that combine to create an air of luxury. At the heart of the restaurant is a dramatic wraparound bar, adorned in stone finishes that echo the overall aesthetic of the new venue. Guests can expect these elegant stone details throughout the space, evoking a sense of warmth and cohesion. Rounded lines and subtle accents further enhance the grounded, quiet luxury conveyed through the interiors.
Terrazzo-style flooring is paired with plush velvet stools and seating, alongside wooden panelling on the main bar area as a nod to traditional Italian craftsmanship; something which shines through the design of the restaurant.
From opulent evening meals, lunches and even casual breakfasts, the space is designed to suit every moment. With intimate table settings and curated styling, every aspect of the restaurant is inviting for a wide range of guests; paired with an open plan design that invites all kinds of diners. Welcoming a broad mix of diners, whether hotel guests and tourists or nearby professionals and business travellers, the space strikes a balance between relaxed and refined.
Piccolino’s warmth and nod to traditional Italian dining doesn’t end at the interiors. On the menu, guests can expect to experience the very best of Piccolino’s authentic Italian dishes. The location will feature the brand’s flagship menu, which promises a modern and luxurious twist on classic dishes.
On the menu to start, guests can find the ‘Burrata Speciale’ – a trio of dishes including Burrata con Pesto and the indulgent Burrata con Caviale, featuring Oscietra caviar paired with the finest burrata, egg and red onion.
A highlight that is exclusive to the flagship menu is Piccolino’s handmade fresh pasta. With a variety of pasta dishes on the menu from classics such as Carbonara to the vegetarian Genovese and decadent Aragosta, Piccolino’s pasta is made in-restaurant fresh and served with the very best Italian ingredients.
To finish, the dessert selection features modern twists on Italian classics, with Tiramisu and a Pistachio Panna Cotta featuring on the menu.
The new restaurant will also introduce an exclusive breakfast menu, serving Italian twists on breakfast classics, alongside a full continental offering.
Aside from the food, the restaurant will also serve an extensive selection of hand-selected wines, specially curated cocktails and delicious soft-drinks.
Outside, the sleek al fresco terrace invites guests to enjoy a drink under the lights of the London skyline, with soft lighting and rich earth-toned seating providing a suburban-like garden setting in the heart of the city.
David Carroll, Chief Business Officer at Individual Restaurants, added: “This is an exciting new chapter in the brand evolution for Piccolino as we enter the hotel sector for the first time. This is reflected through the elegant interiors in this new venue, exuding an effortless luxury and giving a nod to traditional Italian restaurants through a modern lens that lends itself perfectly to city dining at such an iconic London landmark.”
