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A New York icon is unveiled in the heart of London.
Located at the venerable Mayfair address that was once home to the American Embassy, Carbone London marks the highly anticipated European arrival of one of the modern era’s most celebrated restaurants. Founded in 2013 by Mario Carbone, Jeff Zalaznick, and Rich Torrisi, Carbone has cemented its place as a cultural institution by honoring the Italian restaurants that pulsed with life in 1950s New York City.
As the New York Times put it, “Carbone is a fancy red-sauce joint as directed by Quentin Tarantino, bringing back the punch-in-the-guts thrills of a genre that everybody else sees as uncultured and a little embarrassing, while exposing the sophistication that was always lurking there.” In a glowing review, the late British critic A.A. Gill declared in no uncertain terms, “I love this place.”
The Classics
Carbone breathes new life into the Italian-American culinary traditions that were born in New York City at the dawn of the 20th century. Drawing on childhood memories and skills honed over a formidable culinary career, Chef Mario Carbone presents faithful renditions of the canon while elevating these classics with exceptional ingredients and peerless execution.
The menu at Carbone London encompasses an array of icons, including the Caesar alla ZZ, Octopus Pizzaiolo, Spicy Rigatoni Vodka, and Veal Parmesan. Desserts are an event all their own, ferried through the dining room on a grand tray so that guests can gaze upon the evening’s bounty before making their selections.
The Experience
At Carbone, service captains sporting burgundy tuxedos by designer Zac Posen are the nightly conductors of a glamorous, cinematic experience built on a spirit of over-the-top generosity known as the abbondanza. Their hospitality philosophy is succinctly expressed at the top of the printed menu: A Piacere, or, “As You Like It.”
Central to the restaurant’s theatrical approach is the table-side presentation, which can be glimpsed when ordering the Caesar alla ZZ and Dover Sole Piccata, among several more favorites.
The Scene
Spread across two transportive floors designed by Ken Fulk, Carbone London features several dining rooms and cocktail lounges, along with a private dining suite. The interiors channel mid-century romance and exclusivity, at once capturing Mayfair’s timeless elegance alongside the essence of the Italian restaurants that pulsed with life in 1950s New York City. Key atmospheric elements include velvet banquettes, mosaic tile work, and lacquered woods. Curated by famed Gallerist Vito Schnabel, the restaurant’s artworks include pieces from Rene Ricard, Rashid Johnson, Francesco Clemente, Ron Gorchov, Julian Schnabel, Rita Ackerman, Ai Weiwei, Angel Otero and Lola Montes.
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HOURS & INFORMATION
30 Grosvenor Square
London W1K, UK
Lunch
Coming Soon
Dinner
Tuesday - Saturday
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Dress Code
Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion. Any guest who does not appear sufficiently well-presented may be refused entry. No shorts, open-toed shoes, or tank tops.
Reservations
Please note, reservations for Carbone can be made directly through our website, authorized reservation platforms such as SevenRooms, or by contacting our restaurant teams via email at reservations@carbonelondon.com. We cannot guarantee the validity of reservations made through any other channels and hereby disclaim all liability in connection with your use of unauthorized channels to book a reservation. If you are not sure whether a reservation is valid or have any questions related to making a reservation, please contact us at reservations@carbonelondon.com.
MAJOR FOOD GROUP
Major Food Group — recently named one of GQ’s “20 Most Creative Companies in the World” — is the celebrated global hospitality company that has redefined luxury for the modern era. Founded in 2011 by Mario Carbone, longtime friend and fellow chef Rich Torrisi, and trailblazing entrepreneur Jeff Zalaznick, the organization has built a dynamic empire that consists of over fifty restaurants, private clubs, bars, and hotels across fifteen cities and counting. These concepts, which rank among the most iconic brands in dining and hospitality, include Carbone, Carbone Vino, THE GRILL, Dirty French, ZZ’s Club, Chateau ZZ’s, Sadelle’s, Contessa, Parm, and Torrisi.
While each one is distinct, together they exemplify an unmistakably Major blend of storytelling and contemporary elegance that continues to shape the hospitality landscape.
