Kitchen Table: Theatrical Fine Dining in the Heart of Fitzrovia
Tucked away on Charlotte Street in Fitzrovia, Kitchen Table offers one of London's most distinctive dining experiences. This two Michelin-starred restaurant, led by chef James Knappett and sommelier Sandia Chang, invites just 20 guests per evening to witness culinary artistry up close at a horseshoe-shaped counter surrounding an open kitchen.
A Theatrical Dining Experience
Kitchen Table is not just about exceptional food—it's immersive culinary theatre. Guests begin their evening in the elegant lounge with expertly crafted cocktails and tantalizing snacks before moving to the main event. Seated at the counter, diners watch as Knappett and his team meticulously prepare, plate, and explain each course of the tasting menu, creating an intimate connection between chef and guest rarely found in fine dining.
The U-shaped counter arrangement encourages interaction not only with the chefs but with fellow diners, creating a communal yet still intimate atmosphere that elevates the entire experience beyond a typical restaurant visit.
Seasonal British Excellence
The daily-changing tasting menu showcases meticulously sourced and foraged seasonal British ingredients. Each course focuses on a single ingredient—perhaps oyster, truffle, scallop, or deer—amplified to its very best expression through innovative techniques and thoughtful combinations.
Signature dishes that have earned acclaim include the Parker House rolls with wild garlic butter (developed over an entire year for maximum flavor) and the chicken skin with bacon jam and rosemary mascarpone—a small bite that leaves a lasting impression.
The seafood offerings are particularly noteworthy, with Knappett's experience at some of the world's most prestigious restaurants (including Per Se and Noma) evident in his precise handling of these delicate ingredients.
World-Class Beverage Program
Sandia Chang's expertly curated wine list features a world-leading selection of Grower Champagnes alongside thoughtfully selected wines available by bottle and glass. The restaurant offers wine pairing, Champagne pairing, and even non-alcoholic pairing options to complement the tasting menu perfectly.
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking an extraordinary culinary adventure, Kitchen Table delivers a memorable experience that engages all the senses while showcasing the very best of British produce through the lens of world-class technique and creativity.
Kitchen Table
An intimate chef's table experience where guests sit at a horseshoe-shaped counter watching chefs prepare a daily changing tasting menu focused on seasonal British ingredients.
4.7
£100+
Signature Dishes
- Seasonal tasting menu
- Parker House rolls with wild garlic butter
- Chicken skin with bacon jam
- Seasonal seafood dishes
Accolades
- Two Michelin Stars (awarded second star in 2018)
- Michelin's Welcome and Service Award (2018)
Amenities
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Serves Dessert
- Serves Cocktails
- Vegan Options
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
Contact Information
Opening Hours
- mon: closed
- tues: closed
- wed: 6:30 - 11:30pm
- thur: 6:30 - 11:30pm
- fri: 6:30 - 11:30pm
- sat: closed
- sun: closed
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