Popolo Shoreditch is a small independent restaurant at 26 Rivington Street in London. Chef Jon Lawson and his team create an intimate experience across an open-kitchen bar downstairs and tables and window seats on the first floor.
Italian-inspired small plates form the core of the menu, interpreted with a modern and seasonal outlook. Carefully sourced produce is handled with minimal fuss, while fresh pasta is rolled by hand for every service and brings a strong craft element to the meal.
The sharing format lets diners build a sequence from vegetables, seafood, meat and pasta as the current menu changes. Regional Italian ideas can sit beside wider Mediterranean influences, giving the cooking freedom without losing its clear focus on ingredients and direct flavour.
Natural and low-intervention wines from small producers are selected to match the food’s individual character. Reservations are available for the upstairs seats, and private groups can be accommodated in a small dedicated room. Guests with allergies or dietary requirements should contact the restaurant before dining.
Address: 26 Rivington Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3DU, England