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Introducing ROVI: A Culinary Jewel in Fitzrovia
Located at 59 Wells Street in the heart of Fitzrovia, ROVI stands as a culinary beacon for food enthusiasts, particularly those with a penchant for vibrant vegetable-forward dishes. The creation of celebrated chef Yotam Ottolenghi, ROVI embodies a unique blend of innovation and tradition, making it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring London's diverse dining scene.
ROVI not only takes reservations but also offers delivery and takeout options, catering to a variety of dining preferences. With many vegetarian choices, it provides a delightful experience for both plant-based eaters and meat lovers alike. Families will find it particularly welcoming as it is good for kids and offers a spacious, inviting atmosphere enhanced by the presence of a TV for casual enjoyment.
Highlights from the Menu
Customer reviews highlight the restaurant's consistent quality and exquisite flavors. Ally W. captures the essence of ROVI's menu beautifully with just a few words: “everything is good.” Dive into highly recommended dishes like the Radicchio Salad with partridge or the innovative Kimchi Gruyère Fritters, which have left diners raving about their unexpected yet delightful flavors.
In a charming yet understated ambiance, ROVI provides an experience that is anything but average. Guests have noted the attentive service, ensuring that every visit is not just a meal but a memorable occasion. The fusion of tastes here, alongside Ottolenghi's signature style, promises an unparalleled dining experience that resonates long after you leave.
Whether you're a local or just passing through London, make sure to stop by ROVI. With its expertly crafted menus, welcoming atmosphere, and steadfast commitment to quality, it’s easy to see why this restaurant has earned its place among the top dining destinations in the city.
Contact Information:
Address: 59-65 Wells St, London W1A 3AE, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 3963 8270
“ I can make this review very short by saying that everything is good. And get everything. All right, if you want details, here are the specific items we ordered: * Grilled hispi cabbage, chestnut and porcini butter, and fried sage * Yorkshire grain fed chicken, coconut milk, and tomatillo peanut salad * Crispy potatoes, butter bean aioli, and vegan nduja * Warm msabbaha chickpeas, confit garlic, and tomato amba * Celeriac shawarma, bkeila, and fermented tomato sandwich * Olive oil ice cream with salt Yes, everything was good. And get everything. ”
“ Solid flavors in a mostly vegetarian menu, as you would expect in an Ottolenghi restaurant. Classy, understated ambience with attentive service. ”
“ One of our favorite meals during this trip to London! We ordered quite a few of the dishes on the menu and loved all of them - the radicchio salad with the partridge was especially excellent and the pairing of kimchi with gruyère in the fritters was super tasty. Service was fantastic and we were surprised at the end of our meal with the fudge; we had not planned to order a dessert as we were quite full from the meal but we had to find a bit more room for the fudge which was delightful. Will definitely plan to visit Rovi again! ”
“ I must while visiting London. The kimchi Gruyère fritters, celeriac shawarma, crispy pink fir potatoes and wolves lane tomatoes are a must. Great service and delicious food - every dish had "wow" and "mmm" factor. We had a late dinner so didn't get to try all the items. When I'm in town next, I want to the other items! Oh, the deconstructed mint chocolate ice cream sandwich was delicious too! ”
“ Rovi, one of Yotam Ottolenghi's London restaurants, is a short walk from Oxford street. Though you'll have to brave the crowds to get there, the restaurant is well worth the trip (especially if you are on a plant based diet or if you're simply looking for a delicious meal without feeling awful after.) If you're a fan, the restaurant offers signed cookbooks and other merchandise. If you're just looking for a nice dinner, the room is dimly lit, beautiful, and far quieter than the chaos a few blocks away. The drinks were amazing, the service was great, but the highlight should be on the food. Yotam Ottolenghi's recipes are famous around the world for a reason. We got three plant based dishes and one meat dish. Simply put, I don't understand how they managed to make vegetables taste so darn good. Each onion, pepper, spice and garnish felt intentional. Rovi was exceptional. ”
“ I got the celeriac shawarma sandwich, which wins its prize for being one of the best things I ever put in my mouth - really. It was phenomenal, amazingly soft, and just gave a huge amount great amount of flavor. I wouldn't be able to put it into words. If you're coming to ROVI, please do yourself a favor and order the shawarma! ”
“ Another utterly wonderful London meal. We ordered the GRILLED ASPARAGUS, watercress, sunflower & miso cream, dukkah (Vg) 15.5 CAULIFLOWER, burnt caraway butter, hazelnut cream, wild garlic, pickled golden raisins CELERIAC SHAWARMA, bkeila, fermented tomato BEEF CARPACCIO, 'grass fed', meyer lemon, horseradish, black radish PRESSED LAMB SHOULDER, rose & cardamom, fig leaf vinegar, fennel yoghurt URFA CHILLI GNUDI, chamomile and lemon cabbage, sorrel My cocktail was the ROVI BELLINI // Sottoriva Malibran prosecco, rhubarb, lemon zest - Who wouldn't want a rhubarb cocktail?! The ambiance was upscale and lovely. ”
“ Rovi was absolutely the best meal of our recent trip to London! We sat at the bar for dinner and enjoyed the savory Broccoli with Jerusalem artichoke, miso ssamjang and yuzu vinegar to start. The Burrata was good but probably the weakest link of the meal. I loved the polenta encrusted mushrooms and the kale bhaji. Even though we ate all vegetarian dishes, they were quite filling and we ended up cancelling our order of gnudi. The wines were equally inventive and we thoroughly enjoyed a robust red wine of some kind from Georgia (former Soviet state). Highly recommend!! ”
“ Amazing rustic Israeli food. I was beyond impressed with the whole interior and the food. They have a nice bar in the center and its an open kitchen concept which makes it feel like you are part of the whole experience. The service was great, it gets pretty packed around 5-8 so be sure to make reservations. Had this tomatoes crostini dish that was by far the best way to start the meal. For main we shared the Celeriac Shawarma which was outstanding. It was meaty and flavor. Also had ton of drinks, a tad pricey but delicious. The prices are comparable to NYC prices. ”