Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in St John's Wood

The people working in this restaurant are lovely. Friendly, knowledgeable and instinctively kind. Food is good. Precisely cooked by and large. Pork might have been slightly rarer - but provenance and flavour were a n point . Oysters excellent. And go for the wines and one plate and you’ll come away happy.

A Feast for the Senses: A Review of Bacchanalia Bacchanalia is an extraordinary dining experience that transcends the ordinary. The ambiance is simply breathtaking, reminiscent of an art gallery. Oversized statues of Medusa and Pegasus, coupled with dramatic plasterwork cascading from the ceiling, create a truly unique and captivating atmosphere. The background music, expertly curated by a DJ, is subtle and sophisticated, allowing for easy conversation. The bar is perfectly illuminated for photo opportunities, and every detail of the restaurant's design is simply stunning. From the moment we arrived, the service was impeccable. A welcoming doorman was followed by attentive staff who graciously accepted our coats and escorted us to our table. Throughout the evening, we were expertly attended to, ensuring every need was anticipated. The food was a masterpiece. The beet salad was a symphony of flavors, while the pan-seared short rib was cooked to perfection. And the dessert? The pan-fried cookie with ice cream was an absolute indulgence, gooey and delicious. The wine selection was extensive and impressive, with knowledgeable sommeliers providing invaluable guidance. Bacchanalia is more than just a restaurant; it's an unforgettable sensory experience.

We had the pretheatre menu and food was delicious. Needed to order sides - salad and chips in addition. Service was excellent and several staff checked on us regularly. Will return for full steak dinner off a la carte as meat looked fantastic.

Have eaten lunch twice now and can’t recommend highly enough. Selected from the a la carte menu each time as I saw from others that the portions were a good size. Shame I was on my own as I would have loved to share a few different dishes. Had the ravioli prawns and the fillet steak which was absolutely delicious. The waiter recognised me the second time and even remembered my wine.

Excellent food and service. Great experience again.