Ross Shonhan reimagines royalty in Mayfair, blending gastronomic mastery with opulent design in a space fit for a queen.
◆The Brief
- Lilibet's in Mayfair reimagines HRH Elizabeth II as a private citizen
- Ross Shonhan, ex-Nobu and Zuma, leads the seafood-centric menu
- Interiors by Russell Sage Studios feature ruby-red velvet and heirloom decor
- Try the 'Lilibet’s triptych' and tomatini cocktail for a royal dining experience
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The Concept
Lilibet's in Mayfair draws inspiration from an alternate royal life, where HRH Elizabeth II remains a private citizen. Ross Shonhan, known from Nobu and Zuma, leads the gastronomic charge. Russell Sage Studios crafts the interiors, enveloping diners in a whimsical royal fantasy. Ruby-red velvet, fringed lamps, and heirloom-worthy details set the stage for a dining experience where visual grandeur meets gastronomic ambition.
What to Expect
At Lilibet's, diners encounter a seafood-centric menu that challenges expectations. Anchovies grace eclairs, while oysters take on varied preparations. The 'Lilibet’s triptych' presents fish in three forms: raw, grilled, and as a soup. Vegetable accompaniments like broccolini and mashed potato enriched with shellfish bisque and lobster complement the seafood. For dessert, choux à la crème arrives in art deco bowls, and a Prego steak sandwich intrigues. The marble bar serves the tomatini cocktail, a fitting finale to the royal narrative.
The Verdict
Lilibet's marries visual drama with gastronomic innovation. Secure a table near the marble bar to witness the cocktail artistry firsthand. The imaginative menu and vivid decor ensure a lasting impression.
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