The Restaurant at The Capital

Set within the five-star Capital just a stone’s throw from Harrods, this revamp of the hotel’s dining room exudes classic British hospitality, from the setting through to the menus and staff. It’s ideally located for lunch following a morning’s sightseeing and shopping around Knightsbridge and South Kensington, while hotel guests, locals and Londoners who fancy a taste of the high life might like to stop in for dinner.

As is de rigeur, The Restaurant at The Capital relies heavily upon independent local suppliers and farmers for its ingredients, which are then carefully crafted into classic British dishes by the team. In order to showcase the freshest seasonal produce and newest creations from the kitchen, the menus change frequently, but an idea of the kinds of dishes you might encounter on your visit include oysters with cucumber, English wasabi and lardo or veal sweetbreads with watercress, lemon and liquorice to start, and the likes of salt-aged duck with grapefruit, turnip and fennel, or John Dory with curd, cuttlefish, kohlrabi and caviar to follow.

Desserts such as elderflower ice cream with blossom honey, oats and yogurt, and white chocolate brownie with peanut parfait and cocoa sorbet ought not to be missed, though if you’re in the mood for something savoury, a British cheese plate should do the trick. A seven-course tasting menu affords a treat for those looking to splash out, while the set lunch menu is ideal for corporate lunches or anyone struggling to choose à la carte.  

A very impressive collection of wines, many from small artisan producers, rounds off the dining experience nicely, so whether you allow the team to guide you to a bottle to share, or opt for a carefully curated wine flight to accompany your meal, you’re sure to land on something delicious.

The Restaurant at The Capital finds its home in one of London’s most well-heeled neighbourhoods, rubbing shoulders with high end shops and world-renowned museums. Its iconic London location lends itself to the restaurant’s staunchly English service. Here you’ll be warmly welcomed by a team that takes pride in its friendly offering.

Mirroring the service is the elegant British menu that focuses on elevating local, seasonal produce through careful handling. Head chef Chris Prow has forged relationships with small, local suppliers and farmers to ensure the team are able to use the finest ingredients across their range of menus.

Starters on the all-day menu change regularly but might feature crispy truffled mac and cheese bites with Parmesan and truffle mayo or a comforting bowl of soup with sourdough bread and butter. For light lunches or sharing-style meals there’s a run of small plates like ham hock with foie gras and mustard or The Capital’s take on a classic Caesar salad, which make ideal family-style grazing plates.

For something more substantial there is a line-up of crowd-pleasing sandwiches and burgers served with skinny fries or a handful of mains. Here heroes include the dry aged rib-steak, which is cooked to order and served with triple cooked chips and salad or the lemon sole which comes with creamed dill spinach, toasted almonds and capers.

The accompanying sommelier-chosen wine list is far reaching, and there’s a wide range of beers, cocktails and soft drinks too, to cater to all tastes.

Pleasingly classic, the dining room features light wood panelled walls, high backed upholstered chairs and crisp table settings for an ambiance which is luxurious yet unpretentious.

Serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner; whether you need to fuel up before wandering around the V&A, or if you fancy somewhere to unwind after shopping, The Restaurant at The Capital has something to suit. Dietary requirements are also happily accommodated, with the team recommending you let them know 24 hours before you visit to ensure they can provide you with the best possible options to suit your needs.