Cozy dining with a touch of elegance: Bar Valette offers a casual yet refined dining experience
Bar Valette, located on Kingsland Road in the vibrant district of Shoreditch, is a European restaurant that promises a unique dining experience. Founded by chef Isaac McHale, who is also the mastermind behind the two-Michelin star restaurant The Clove Club, Bar Valette aims to celebrate the best wild game, seafood, and meat found in various European countries.
The menu at Bar Valette is a blend of influences, exploring different culinary traditions through a variety of dishes. It pays homage to intimate, unfussy dining, inspired by the cooking around Nice, Monaco, Provence, and San Sebastian. The restaurant's interior, revamped by Azka Saiyed Design, reflects a light, airy, and unfussy style, with a bottle-green exterior and an interior designed for a relaxed, casual atmosphere.
One of the standout dishes at Bar Valette is the Torbay prawns, fried whole and served with an aioli dip. For meat lovers, lamb chops and John Dory are also included in the menu. The fabada asturiana, a Spanish pork and beef stew, is another dish that showcases the restaurant's commitment to simple Spanish cuisine, where the produce is the star of the show.
Bar Valette's menu features dishes that are not commonly seen in London, such as barbajuans, a stuffed fritter with ricotta and chard. For dessert, the chocolate mousse is a must-try, thick yet light with a layer of cream and chocolate dusting. Sides include duck fat sauteΜ potatoes in persillade and carrot raΜpeΜes.
The artwork at Bar Valette, contributed by Mira Vesper, Stuart Davis, LACMA, the Whitney, and British artist Florence Hutchings, adds to the restaurant's eclectic charm. Whether you're looking for a laidback date night, dinner with friends, or a solo dining experience with a good book and a glass of wine, Bar Valette is the perfect spot.
It's worth noting that the dishes served at Bar Valette vary each week, ensuring that every visit offers a fresh and exciting culinary journey. With its blend of European flavours, relaxed atmosphere, and unique dishes, Bar Valette is a must-visit for food lovers in London.
