London, United Kingdom
From Michelin Guide
Simon Rogan is certainly not one for standing still and here, in a narrow alley in Soho, his Aulis restaurant is almost unrecognisable from before. After expanding into next door, there's now room for pre-dinner drinks, while the Italian slate counterĀ āĀ which seats 12Ā āĀ is a thing of beauty. The impressive chef's table experience is made up of around 14 exquisite, creative dishes and the personable chefs explain in detail the make up of each one. The menu is informed by the seasonal produce of Simon's organic 'Our Farm' in the Lake District.
From Visitor Experiences
Intimate 12-Seater Chef's Table Experience
Aulis offers a uniquely intimate dining setting with only 12 seats arranged around a counter, creating a direct and personal chefās table experience where diners watch their dishes being prepared and explained by the head chef himself, Charlie Tayler.
No Menu, Dynamic Multi-Course Tasting
The restaurant serves a surprise tasting menu each night with more than a dozen exquisite, small-plate dishes that change regularly, emphasizing farm-to-fork ingredients and storytelling about the provenance of each element, such as the farmers who grew the vegetables.
Laid-Back Yet Theatrical Service by the Head Chef
Unlike typical high-pressure Michelin kitchens, Aulisās head chef is noted for his approachable, personable style, delivering dishes with a sense of fun and theatricality, making the experience both relaxed and memorable.
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant Aulis in London are:
English Seaweed: Used in a silky custard paired with tendons, Oscar peas, pickled quailās egg, and roasted beef broth. This ingredient highlights the restaurantās ethos of using the best British produce and adds a unique umami flavor and texture to the dish.
Pickled Quailās Egg: Incorporated into the seaweed custard dish, reflecting the kitchenās responsiveness to their suppliers and adding a tangy, delicate component that complements the savory elements.
Orkney Scallop: Cooked over embers on a Japanese grill in front of diners, this ingredient is prized for its exceptional quality and is central to a theatrical, sensory dining experience. It is served with fermented borage honey, Hunter F1 squash, and kelp, combining smoky, sweet, and marine flavors.
Malwina Strawberries: Featured in a dessert with bee pollen cake, lemon verbena cream, and sweet herbs, these strawberries are grown on the restaurantās farm and provide a vibrant, natural sweetness that drives the dish.
Bee Pollen Cake: Adds a honeyed flavor and textural contrast in the strawberry dessert, showcasing the kitchenās precision and use of local, sustainable ingredients.
These ingredients reflect Aulisās farm-to-fork philosophy, British sourcing, and a balance of innovation with respect for natural flavors, often presented with theatrical cooking techniques.
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