Mauro Colagreco at Raffles London at The OWO

Name: Mauro Colagreco at Raffles London at The OWO
Address: Whitehall, London, SW1A 2BX, United Kingdom, London, United Kingdom, SW1A 2BX, GB
Telephone: +442039077520
Price range: ££££

London, United Kingdom

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⭐1 Star

The Experience

From Michelin Guide

On the ground floor of the mightily impressive Raffles hotel – which opened in 2023 and occupies The Old War Office – sits this elegant, comfortable and discreet dining room. The sophisticated, technically elaborate cooking offers intriguing flavour and texture combinations, while displaying an emphasis on over 70 varieties of British fruit and vegetables – the plant produce is always listed first on the menu. The wine list is comprehensive, the pairings are well-considered and the service is pitched just right, being both structured and relaxed.

Unique Things

From Visitor Experiences

Here are three unique/unconventional aspects about Mauro Colagreco at Raffles London at The OWO, highlighted by their titles:

"An Ode to British Terroir with a Focus on Locally Produced, Seasonal Ingredients"
The restaurant emphasizes British terroir by meticulously sourcing over 70 varieties of British fruits and vegetables, placing plant produce first on the menu. This hyper-seasonal and local approach is central to its culinary philosophy.
"Limited-Edition Flower Menu Celebrating Biodiversity and Gastronomy"
Chef Colagreco launched a special five and seven-course Flower Menu that showcases his passion for gardening and biodiversity. The dishes are designed as edible works of art featuring seasonal flowers, highlighting the connection between gastronomy and the natural world.
"UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Biodiversity Driving Sustainability in Fine Dining"
Mauro Colagreco integrates his role as the only UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Biodiversity into the restaurant’s ethos, focusing on sustainability and biodiversity as key pillars of the dining experience.

Ingredient Stars

From Visitor Experiences

The most honored or signature ingredients at Mauro Colagreco at Raffles London at The OWO highlight British seasonal produce with a focus on purity, terroir, and biodiversity:

Jerusalem Artichoke: Featured as a single seasonal specialty, often paired with hazelnut and Cornish monkfish, showcasing the earthy, nutty flavors of this root vegetable in a refined way.
Red Oak Lettuce: Grown hydroponically in London’s Elephant and Castle, this crisp lettuce is the centerpiece of the signature dish "Lettuce," combined with smoked haddock, sesame chips, and a vermouth and cockle sauce to elevate a humble vegetable into a sophisticated dish.
Tomatoes (Isle of Wight Tomatoes): Celebrated for their sun-kissed, flavor-rich qualities, tomatoes appear in multiple dishes such as tomato salad with fig leaf oil, grilled monkfish with XO tomato sauce, and candied tomato with tomato sorbet, reflecting Colagreco’s Mediterranean influence and passion for biodiversity.
Hazelnut: Used to complement root vegetables like Jerusalem artichoke, adding texture and a nutty depth to dishes.
Smoked Haddock: Used as a supporting ingredient in vegetable-led dishes like the signature Lettuce, providing a smoky, savory contrast to fresh greens.

These ingredients exemplify Colagreco’s philosophy of celebrating local British terroir and seasonal produce with clarity, simplicity, and respect for nature.

Menu & Pricing

Current Offerings & Prices

Tasting Menu

Tomato Menu (5 Courses): £120