Renowned London Eatery Cicchetti Piccadilly Moves to a New Location - Still showcasing extravagance and indulgence as always
Cicchetti Piccadilly: A Venetian Gem in the Heart of London
Step into Cicchetti Piccadilly, a restaurant that transports you to the magical city of Venice right in the heart of London. The establishment, located at 172-173 Piccadilly, near The Ritz, boasts an aesthetic inspired by the warm, magical colors of Venetian sunsets and the details of Venetian architecture.
The exterior of Cicchetti Piccadilly is styled like a shop front with rustic tomato red frames, while the interior is a delightful blend of wood paneling and glossy finishes, evoking the sleekness of Venetian water taxis. The design is elegant, richly textured, and evocative of Italy’s cultural and scenic beauty.
Upon entering, you're greeted by zigzag yellow fabric inlays and a peachy orange glass chandelier with ruffled folds. A high-sheen wooden bar counter with crimson lamps and blush-pink stools anchors the bar area, while walls painted rich yellow with mirror panels framed by scalloped borders add reflective elegance.
The main dining room features a focal point: a small tree surrounded by seating banquettes. A geometric mural behind the seating area, made using the verre églomisé technique, adds a touch of Venetian charm. The bathrooms feature subtle sea-faring motifs, brass-ringed portholes, and taps that resemble miniature helms.
Cicchetti Piccadilly is renowned for its Italian cuisine, offering a variety of salads, street food bites, pasta, pizza, meat, and fish, with several vegetarian and vegan options. The Gamberoni Fritti, deep-fried tempura prawns with chili mayo, are served in a rose gold XL martini glass, while the homemade ravioli is topped with generous shavings of truffle.
The Pappardelle all'Anatra, a duck ragu dish, is reminiscent of a pasta alla Genovese, and the burrata salad and a Neapolitan croquette are also offered on the menu. For those with a sweet tooth, the espresso martini is available on the dessert menu.
The interior of Cicchetti Piccadilly is wrapped almost entirely in a dusky red and pink marble, creating an intimate and inviting mood. The entrance bar has surfaces made of red marble and stools upholstered in glorious lobster, dusty rose, and crab pink tones.
The aesthetic enhances the dining experience, providing a distinctly Italian atmosphere. The use of warm tones and reflective surfaces encourages an inviting and intimate mood, evoking a Venetian palace’s grandeur but with a relaxed feel.
Cicchetti Piccadilly offers a dining experience with a remarkably al fresco feeling, despite being indoors. The restaurant's new interior was designed by award-winning design studio Fettle.
Booking a table at Cicchetti Piccadilly is recommended for those interested in experiencing the restaurant. The waiter, Maria, explains the cicchetti concept, which is the Venetian version of tapas. The restaurant also offers a variety of summer cocktails, including a frothy coconut drink and a fresher alternative with Bombay Sapphire gin and elderflower cordial.
Experience the charm of Venice right in London at Cicchetti Piccadilly, where every detail reflects the feeling of dusk in Venice and the warmth of old-Hollywood glamour.
[1] Source: Design Boom [2] Source: Evening Standard
- The interior design of Cicchetti Piccadilly, with its rustic tomato red frames and blend of wood paneling and glossy finishes, follows a trend that mimics the colors and details of Venetian architecture.
- In the bathrooms of Cicchetti Piccadilly, subtle sea-faring motifs, brass-ringed portholes, and taps resembling miniature helms create a decor inspired by nautical themes.
- Artistic details such as the geometric mural behind the seating area, made using the verre églomisé technique, add a touch of art and Venetian charm to Cicchetti Piccadilly's decor.
- The home-and-garden aesthetic at Cicchetti Piccadilly is characterized by a dusky red and pink marble, creating an intimate and inviting mood reminiscent of a Venetian palace.
- The overall lifestyle experience at Cicchetti Piccadilly includes food-and-drink offerings like deep-fried tempura prawns, pasta dishes, and a selection of summer cocktails, providing guests with a taste of Venice in the heart of London.
