NOPI is the restaurant that inspired us to write about our food explorations through London. We were lucky enough to arrive one Friday night without a booking and get a seat - we definitely got the impression that this was not the norm. We sat at the bar, which we loved because of it's informality.
NOPI is a brasserie with a twist. Each of the dishes are made to share, allowing you to sample a little bit of everything. It uses fresh produce that is in season and they let the food speak for itself in a simple, robust way. We love that the menu changes week to week and day to day.
We had truffled carrots, roasted aubergine with goats cheese and pomegranate, seared lamb with a pesto sauce and a very succulent pork belly . We sipped on a volcanic red wine (recommended by the bar staff) with a very different taste. S had caramel and roasted peanut ice cream with chocolate sauce (absolute delish) and I had chocolate hazelnut slice with mahlab and cherries (equally as yum).
The decor is stylish and grown up with plenty of marble, brass and mirrors. Plus I loved the fresh flowers and the attentive and informative staff.
We were extremely impressed and can't wait to go back. It was a really lovely place for a romantic date.
xoxo
E&S
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