Zephyr Restaurant London Review: Modern Greek Dining With Notting Hill Energy

April 10, 2026

Just off Portobello Rd in Notting Hill, Zephyr restaurant in London brings a modern Greek perspective to one of the city’s most competitive dining districts.

The project comes from the team behind the Pachamama Group, famous for restaurants that blend strong design with equally ambitious kitchens. Zephyr takes inspiration from the Greek islands but interprets it through a contemporary London lens. The goal is not to recreate a traditional taverna. Instead, it focuses on Mediterranean cooking with refined technique and a polished Notting Hill atmosphere.

The dining room sets the tone. Soft stone colours, sculptural lighting, and curved banquettes create a space that feels intentionally relaxed. The room is spacious, with an open kitchen that keeps the atmosphere lively without feeling loud. It strikes a balance between destination restaurant and neighbourhood dining room.

Greek cuisine itself plays an important role in shaping the menu. Traditionally, Greek cooking celebrates simplicity. Olive oil, grilled fish, herbs, citrus, and vegetables form the backbone of many dishes. Zephyr respects those foundations but builds more layered plates that meet London’s fine-dining expectations.

Zephyr Restaurant London Menu

The menu moves between seafood, grilled meats, and vegetable dishes. Lunch tends to be lighter and more relaxed, while the evening tasting menu offers a fuller experience of the kitchen’s direction.

Starters highlight fresh Mediterranean flavours. Expect dishes like tuna crudo with citrus and herbs, or grilled vegetables dressed in olive oil and yoghurt-based sauces. Greek spreads and breads often begin the meal, reflecting the culture of sharing in traditional Greek dining.

Seafood features prominently. Whole grilled fish, shellfish, and lighter seafood plates draw clear inspiration from coastal Greece. Olive oil, lemon, and herbs are frequently used. The tasting menu further expands the experience. Courses move through different textures and flavours, combining fish, vegetables, and occasional meat dishes. The structure reflects modern tasting menus while retaining the brightness of Greek cooking.

The wine list also leans Mediterranean, with Greek bottles alongside familiar European producers. Crisp whites and mineral-driven wines pair naturally with the seafood-focused menu.

Reservations can be competitive, particularly on weekends. Capital A List can often help secure preferred tables and guide guests through the tasting menu experience.

Zephyr succeeds by doing something subtle. It captures the spirit of Greek dining while shaping it for modern London.