Chef Angela Hartnett’s newest venue, Cafe Murano Bermondsey, has reopened with a new outdoor terrace and Cafe Murano St James has also reopened.
Fresh, new seasonal dishes will be on the menu at both sites, alongside Angela’s much-loved Italian regional classics. Details for Cafe Murano Covent Garden will be announced in due course.
Those enjoying a leisurely lunch or dinner will have the opportunity to choose to sit outdoors at both sites, for the first time ever, during sunny days and balmy evenings. The perfect spot for people watching at a distance whilst enjoying a thirst quenching aperitivo.
Highlights on the re-opening menu at Cafe Murano Bermondsey will include:
Cichetti
Lamb & pea arancini
Pea & mozzarella arancini
Antipasti
Burrata, peaches & bean salad
Artichokes, pine nuts, capers & saffron
Primi
Tortelli Westcombe ricotta, lemon & marjoram
Risotto, seafood, pickled fennel & celery leaves
Speciali
Beef & pork meatballs, tomato sauce
Pesce
Mussels, clam, Nduja butter & focaccia
Hake, summer courgettes, mint & goat curd
Carne
Chicken Milanese, rocket & parmesan
Lamb leg steak, borlotti bean, tomatoes & salsa verde
There will also be a Menu del Giornio, with 2 courses for £16 or 3 courses for £19, served every day from 12:00pm-7:00pm.
The drinks menu features summery spritzes, such as the Meloncello and Limoncello spritz, along with their much-loved seasonal Bellini and signature Negroni.
Harnett and the team are going to be meticulous in adhering to official advice and guidelines, with the restaurants continuing to rigorously clean as usual, as well as introducing new team training and hygiene practices.
In addition to both restaurants reopening, the team will continue to offer their delivery service from Cafe Murano Bermondsey. This lockdown hit will carry on providing a whole range of fresh pastas – including tortelloni with chicken, pork and mortadella – and sauces; along with chef specials, likes Angela’s Roast chicken for two with red peppers, chorizo, chili and olives.
The takeaway service will also continue to run, Wednesday – Sunday, so guests can have a wander around vibrant Bermondsey with a Cafe Murano bite on-the-go.
Bookings can be made online or by phone call. There will be capacity for a limited number of walk-ins too. Cafe Murano Bermondsey will be open Wednesday – Sunday and Cafe Murano St James Tuesday – Sunday.