Joia Restaurant

The story

Joia Restaurant London | AA Rosette Catalan Portuguese Dining

The kitchen and the chef

Joia Restaurant in London blends Catalan and Portuguese cooking across fourteen and fifteen storeys above Battersea Power Station. Concept Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa grounds his menu in traditional Catalan recipes and Portuguese home cooking while sourcing seasonal produce from Britain and the continent. This commitment to precise execution earned the establishment two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence in 2026. The kitchen rotates its offerings weekly, keeping the focus squarely on ingredient quality rather than trend chasing.

Shared plates and seasonal mains

Guests begin with communal starters like charred leeks and golden croquetas before choosing between slow braised lamb shank or pan seared monkfish. A plant based alternative centres on roasted celeriac steak accompanied by crispy patatas bravas and a bright green salad. Sweet endings feature Basque cheesecake and caramelised spiced pineapple served alongside house made ice cream. Weekday diners can secure the early bird set menu for a fixed price before six pm.

Art deco design and skyline terraces

The dining room displays fluted pillars and an art deco inspired layout crafted by the Russell Sage Studio. Floor to ceiling glazing frames unobstructed sightlines straight toward the historic brick chimneys. An elevated rooftop terrace extends the cocktail service into warmer months and hosts occasional live fire events with visiting chefs. Reserve tables along the window edge for the clearest view of the Thames corridor.