Ibai is a Basque influenced restaurant at 90 Bartholomew Close near Smithfield in London. The kitchen draws on the food culture of the western Pyrenees and puts carefully sourced beef, seafood and seasonal produce at the centre of a concise menu designed for lunch and dinner.
Steak is a defining part of the offering, with large sharing cuts selected from breeds and producers in Spain and Britain. T-bone, rib, sirloin and fillet choices are cooked over the grill, while sauces and additions such as anchovy and herb salsa, Basque black pudding and grilled carabinero allow diners to shape the meal.
The opening plates give the menu a broader Basque and French character. Cantabrian anchovies, pâté Basque, Iberico ham, beef tartare and the seafood rich Croque Ibai can precede dishes from the embers such as octopus, king crab rice, turbot or slowly grilled chicken, with daily specials adding further variety.
Cheese and desserts including gâteau Basque, pain perdu and chocolate cake provide a structured finish, and the drinks list extends from wine to original cocktails and alcohol free mixed drinks. Guests with allergies or dietary requirements should discuss the current menu and live kitchen preparation with the team before ordering.
Address: 90 Bartholomew Close, London EC1A 7BN, England