Nipotina restaurant in London, an Italian restaurant located at 49 South Audley Street in Mayfair, opened its doors on November 4, 2024. The establishment is the latest venture by restaurateur Samyukta Nair, known for her successful projects such as Jamavar and Socca. Nipotina, meaning ‘granddaughter’ in Italian, pays homage to familial traditions and aims to offer a warm, inviting dining experience that take you back to a family kitchen.
Turin-born Chef Somaia Hammad heads the kitchen and brings her rich Italian heritage and culinary expertise to Nipotina. The menu blends traditional Italian dishes with contemporary interpretations, focusing on simple, seasonal produce to create comforting and delicious meals.
Nipotina is designed to be a relaxed and informal dining space, welcoming guests for breakfast, long lunches, aperitivo, late dinners, and cocktails. The restaurant’s interior blends modern aesthetics and traditional Italian elements, creating a cosy atmosphere. The staff is dedicated to warm hospitality, ensuring guests feel part of the family.
Nipotina stands out in London’s dining scene by offering a genuine Italian experience that celebrates family traditions and culinary heritage. With its menu, curated wine selection, and inviting ambience, it promises to be a destination for everyone who wants an authentic taste of Italy in Mayfair.
Nipotina Restaurant London Menu
The antipasti selection includes dishes such as fennel and rocket salad with orange, fava beans, and pecorino, which offer a refreshing combination of flavours. Other options include langoustines roasted with garlic and parsley and stuffed mussels.
The primi section highlights handcrafted pasta dishes that are central to Italian cuisine. Offerings include orecchiette with cime di rapa, a classic from the Puglia region. You can also find Mafalda ragu, prepared using Chef Hammad’s grandmother’s recipe. Another notable dish is the tortelli, filled with lobster and served with a spicy red vodka sauce, blending rich flavors with a hint of heat.
Nipotina offers a selection of meat and seafood dishes cooked over a wood-fired grill for the main course. The Livornese-style roasted red mullet is prepared with capers, lemon, Leccino olives, parsley, and tomatoes. It delivers a taste of coastal Italy. Another highlight is the Bistecca alla Fiorentina, a traditional Tuscan T-bone steak intended for sharing, cooked to perfection and served rare.
Nipotina also features a selection of Roman-style pizzas with crisp crusts and flavorful toppings. These pizzas are baked in a wood-fired oven, ensuring an authentic taste and texture that complements the rest of the menu.
To conclude the meal, the dessert menu includes family classics such as ‘Nonna Lina’s ricotta cake,’ a recipe passed down through generations.
Beverage Program
The wine list at Nipotina is curated by Luca Dusi of Passione Vino. It focuses exclusively on Italian wines sourced from small, artisanal producers. This selection aims to complement the menu and enhance the overall dining experience. Additionally, the bar offers classic Italian cocktails, including a unique Negroni served by the ladle from a clay amphora. This adds a touch of tradition and ceremony to the beverage service.
Nipotina Restaurant London Bookings
Capital A List members can make bookings for Nipotina below.
Nipotina Restaurant London Cuisine, Dress Code & Address
Cuisine: Italian
Dress Code: Casual
Area: Mayfair
Address: 49 S Audley St, London W1K 2QD
Website: https://nipotinaristorante.com/
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