A new era on Cotham Road for the Kew institution, from 23rd November!
The beloved Mister Bianco restaurant begins a brand new era tomorrow, opening the doors to its brand new location at 26-28 Cotham Road Kew.
For nearly 13 years, diners enjoyed owner/chef Joe Vargetto’s contemporary influence on Sicilian flavours on High Street, but it was time to grow.
The restaurant is part of the new Mister Bianco building which hosts three distinct hospitality spaces – Mister Bianco restaurant, La Sala functions and events and Bianchetto bar, which will open in a couple of weeks. – all designed by Mills Gorman Architects
Mister Bianco restaurant is a spacious dining room, cleverly designed by Mills Gorman Architects to create an intimate and convivial atmosphere with cinnamon caramel banquettes and amber coloured glass. The open bar and kitchen allows diners to watch owner/chef Joe Vargetto, head chef Jesse McFadden and the team at work. For groups of up to ten, the semi-private dining room sits behind an olive curtain.
Australian designer Gary Bigeni has custom designed hand painted tshirts for staff which beautifully contrast the decor with bright yet muted colours.
The menu is full of delicious, produce-forward Italian dishes with all roads leading to Sicily and guests will be sure to want to return time and time again.
Dishes have been inspired by Sicily, with some retaining traditions and some letting Joe Vargetto and Jesse McFadden’s creativity shine through, and all are great to share or enjoy per person. Diners embark on a food journey with delicious breads straight out of the wood fired bread oven including Focaccia, Sfincione (Sicilian style thick pizza).
Bite sized snacks such as Appellation Oysters with melon granita, Ham Hock Croquettes with apple relish and Semolina Dusted School Prawns with garlic aioli are great to enjoy before moving to starters including Zucchini Flowers with honey and black truffle and Raw Beef with gruyere custard, cured egg yolk and french fries.
Signature dishes will be straight from the woodfired grill and choices include Sher Wagyu steaks, Western Plains roasted Porchetta for 2 with salsa verde and Market Fish with brown butter and pine nuts.
Delectable house made pastas and gnocchi include choices such as Potato Gnocchi with asparagus, sugar snap peas and goat’s curd and Tortellini ‘piadina’ squacquerone, rocket & prosciutto.
Of course, mains such as Eggplant Cotoletta with cherry tomato + mozzarella and Wagyu Beef Cheeks with cauliflower & red wine are on the menu. Those with a sweet tooth will not be disappointed as Mister Bianco’s famous tiramisu makes its return alongside the most oozy of Chocolate Fondant with pistachio gelato and other Italian favourites like Coconut Panna Cotta and Affogato. Cheese lovers will be delighted to be able to choose from the best cheeses and accompaniments from the cheese trolley.
The La Carrellata Menu gives diners the option to let the chef choose the selection of dishes priced $89 per person (requires whole table participation).
A curated wine list ensures that there is a drop to pair with every dish and to suit every occasion. All accompanied by a curated wine list to suit any occasion.
Mister Bianco is all about a lifestyle where the community can come together and enjoy great food, drinks, music and style and want to return time and again.
Mister Bianco, 26-28 Cotham Road, Kew
https://www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/misterbianco
Image credit: Kristoffer Paulsen