Sette

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Sette London: Modern Italian Dining in Knightsbridge

The Scarpetta Lineage

Sette London delivers refined Modern Italian cooking just off Knightsbridge, marking the Scarpetta restaurant family’s first international expansion. Founder John Meadow built LDV Hospitality after launching the original New York flagship in 2008, drawing on his earlier management roles at the Plaza Hotel’s Oak Room. The kitchen honors the Italian tradition of fare la Scarpetta by crafting every loaf of bread and sheet of pasta by hand each morning. This commitment to daily preparation grounds their approach in straightforward technique rather than theatrical presentation.

Seasonal Plates and Handmade Pasta

Diners navigating the dinner menu encounter staples like the signature spaghetti dressed simply with San Marzano tomatoes and fresh basil. The kitchen pairs these foundations with richer offerings such as lobster tagliolini finished with calabrian chili and tomato breadcrumbs. A two Rosette recognition from the AA reflects the consistent execution of dishes like vitello tonnato layered with salsa verde or creamy polenta braised with truffled mushrooms. Every plate relies on clear seasoning and high quality produce rather than heavy sauces.

Hospitality and Evening Ambience

The dining room channels La dolce vita through attentive service and a relaxed layout designed for lingering conversations. Guests arrive throughout the evening for the full dinner service, while the adjacent bar remains open until midnight for cocktails and light bites. The space balances polished finishes with an unpretentious warmth that keeps the focus squarely on the food. Regulars often return for the cappuccino mousse cake or a simple bowl of house gelato to close out the meal.