March 8, 2025
Bancone Kensington restaurant in London is an addition to the famous Bancone brand, known for its fresh, hand-crafted pasta and informal dining experience. This expansion follows the success of its sister restaurants in Covent Garden, Soho’s Golden Square, and Borough Yards. Bancone, which translates to “counter” in Italian, continues its tradition of offering exceptional Italian cuisine in an accessible setting.
Since its inception, Bancone has garnered acclaim for delivering high-quality, freshly made pasta dishes at reasonable prices. The Kensington branch aims to uphold this reputation. It will provide loyal patrons and newcomers an opportunity to savor authentic Italian flavors in a new locale. The restaurant’s commitment to excellence has been recognized with accolades such as the Michelin Bib Gourmand for its Covent Garden location.
The new Bancone restaurant boasts a design that blends modern aesthetics with traditional Italian elements. The interior features an open kitchen concept, allowing diners to observe the pasta-making process—a hallmark of Bancone’s interactive dining experience. Seating arrangements include communal counters and intimate tables. Warm lighting and minimalist décor create an inviting atmosphere.
A defining characteristic of Bancone is its dedication to crafting fresh pasta daily, ensuring each dish embodies authentic Italian taste and texture. The open kitchen showcases the culinary artistry and fosters a dynamic and engaging dining environment. The Kensington location continues this tradition, enhancing the dining experience by allowing guests to witness the transformation of simple ingredients into exquisite pasta dishes.
In essence, Bancone’s Kensington outpost continues the brand’s legacy of delivering exceptional Italian cuisine in a convivial and stylish setting.
Bancone Kensington Restaurant London Menu
The menu at Bancone Kensington offers a curated selection of dishes that celebrate the richness of Italian cuisine. Notable items include the Silk Handkerchiefs with Walnut Butter and Confit Egg Yolk. These delicate sheets of pasta are enveloped in a walnut butter sauce and crowned with a confit egg yolk that adds depth and richness to the dish. The Tagliolini with Autumn Truffle is seasonal offering featuring thin strands of tagliolini pasta tossed in a truffle-infused sauce.
Try the Cacio e Pepe, a classic Roman dish with Bancone’s signature flair. It combines perfectly cooked pasta with a blend of Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly ground black pepper. The Burrata cheese here comes with a drizzle of aromatic basil oil, offering a refreshing and indulgent start to the meal.
The beverage menu complements the food with a selection of Italian wines and classic cocktails curated to enhance the flavors of the dishes.
Bancone Kensington Restaurant London Bookings
Capital A List members can make bookings for Bancone Kensington below.
Bancone Kensington Restaurant London Cuisine, Dress Code & Address
Cuisine: Italian
Dress Code: Casual
Area: Kensington
Address: Units 1 and 2, 127a Kensington High St, London W8 5SF
Website: https://www.bancone.co.uk/
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