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Party Earth Review A wholesome dose of sophisticated British eats and an extensive wine list beckon big groups to The Mitre, a stylish hangout nicely anchored between Hyde Park and the famed Portobello Road Market. A large, hedge... ... read full review
40 Holland Park Avenue
London W11 3QY
Central Line: Holland Park
020 7727 6332
M–F noon–midnight, Sa 9am–midnight, Su 9am–11pm
Notting Hill, London –
A wholesome dose of sophisticated British eats and an extensive wine list beckon big groups to The Mitre, a stylish hangout nicely anchored between Hyde Park and the famed Portobello Road Market.
A large, hedge-lined terrace strewn with big tables is the first of the venue’s many faces, and makes for an ideal spot to enjoy a leisurely weekend breakfast.
Inside, the circular zinc-topped bar is conveniently planted in the center, surrounded by chic backless bar stools where trendy locals sip a wide range of premium drafts or the small but curated collection of classic cocktails.
Candlelight and dark leather couches set to one side create a romantic tone built for lounging and chatting over fine wines, overseen by the old photos of Holland Park Avenue and Ladbroke Grove that hang on the walls.
The dining area, which overlooks a charming backyard garden, features tasseled lanterns, black-and-white art nouveau wallpaper, and red leather booths, and bustles with composed families, mature urbanites, and a big after-work crowd from the BBC offices a mile away.
Seasonal English eats like roast duck, lamb, and pies dominate the menu, though there are also few international touches like Italian vitello, a Spanish charcuterie board, and butternut squash ravioli.
Prices are the norm for the area – £15+ for most entrées – but anyone in the mood for a relaxed atmosphere will find a laissez-faire vibe to go with their luscious fare at The Mitre.
Trendy locals, upscale families, successful but unpretentious young professionals, BBC workers from the nearby headquarters, fashionable brunchers, mostly mid-20s to late 30s.
Live jazz one Wednesday a month. Check venue calendar for schedule.
Ambient playlist can vary, especially since patrons can download the Secret DJ app and request their own music.
Seasonally changing gastropub menu focusing on British fare like roasted duck, lamb, and pies, as well as a few cultural touches such as Italian pasta and Spanish charcuterie. Breakfast menu includes English breakfast, French toast, and eggs with salmon.
Breakfast served on weekends until 11:45am. Traditional roast on Sundays from noon.
Reservations accepted and encouraged for dinner.
Breakfast £5–£10, starters £7–£17.50, entrées £13–£20. Sunday roast £15–£16. Beer £3.50–£5, wine £4–£7.50/glass or £16.50–£69/bottle, cocktails £7–£10.
Upscale casual to business/trendy: nice shirts, button-downs, stylish jeans, suits, fitted sweaters, classy dresses, designer skirts.
Any day for a nice bite before heading north to explore Portobello Road, warm days to relax on the terrace and enjoy the view over Holland Park Avenue, or Friday and Saturday nights for a classy way to kick off the evening.
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