Cafe Murano Bermondsey is a neighbourhood Italian restaurant from Angela Hartnett at 184 Bermondsey Street. The open kitchen sits at the centre of the room, with counter seats overlooking the cooking, bar and street, creating an informal setting that keeps guests close to the activity of the restaurant.
Cicchetti and antipasti provide a flexible beginning, with focaccia, arancini, cured meat, burrata, vegetables and seafood among the changing choices. These smaller plates are designed to accompany a spritz or glass of wine and can also be combined into a relaxed shared meal.
Fresh pasta and risotto reflect the seasons through dishes such as rigatoni with spicy sausage ragù, filled tortelli, gnocchi and seafood risotto. Chicken Milanese is a Cafe Murano classic, joined by fish, pork and larger dishes for sharing, while vegetable pasta and carefully prepared contorni give meat free diners substantial options.
The wine list is entirely Italian and places particular emphasis on smaller quality focused producers, with limited bottles changing regularly. Weekend brunch, outdoor aperitivo service and a private dining room for up to fourteen guests extend the restaurant beyond its weekday lunch and dinner service.
Address: 184 Bermondsey Street, Bermondsey, London SE1 3TQ, United Kingdom