Maresco is a Spanish seafood restaurant at 45 Berwick Street in Soho, combining produce from Scotland with the cooking traditions of Spain. Its name brings together mar, meaning sea, and the beginning of Escocia, making the restaurant’s connection between the two countries clear from the outset.
Small plates include pan con tomate, marinated anchovies, baby squid, croquettes and a selection of Spanish cheese and cured meat. Patatas bravas, charcoal leeks, cauliflower with mojo verde and seasonal salads provide vegetable dishes with enough character to sit comfortably beside the seafood.
Scottish oysters, Shetland mussels, razor clams and Hebridean langoustines appear in preparations influenced by Spanish coastal cooking. Garlic prawns, grilled octopus, fish with black rice, fideuà and plankton risotto build depth through shellfish stock, charcoal, olive oil, chilli and carefully balanced sauces.
Iberian pork and Highland venison offer alternatives to fish, while Spanish wine, vermouth and cocktails complement the compact plates. The format encourages sharing and exploration, allowing diners to move from simple shellfish and snacks to richer rice, pasta and charcoal grilled dishes at their own pace.
Address: 45 Berwick Street, Soho, London W1F 8SF, United Kingdom