Enoteca Vinum is a Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar in Muswell Hill where an elegant fine dining menu is served in a warm and cosy atmosphere. The word ‘enoteca’ is derived from the Greek ‘enotheca’ meaning ‘wine repository’, while ‘vinum’ means ‘wine’ in Latin. Needless to say, there is acute attention paid to the wines on offers here, along with a team who really know their stuff.
The food takes its cues from Mediterranean cuisine with a focus towards Italian dishes and flavours. For example, starters include the likes of bruschetta classico, mozzarella and truffle arancini and calamari and zucchini fritti, alongside other more nuanced Mediterranean dishes like a beetroot and orange salad. Main courses are largely geared towards steak, fish and pasta dishes. You can order steak frites if you like, or seabass cooked with lemon and herbs. There are also a handful of pasta dishes including seafood linguine, trofie pesto pasta with beans and peas, and mushroom ravioli with truffle.
Of course, just as much attention is paid to the drinks list. Wine aside, there is also a lengthy cocktail menu featuring around 15 classic and signature creations. Nevertheless, a visit to Enoteca Vinum wouldn’t be complete without sampling one of its bottles, and you can expect a menu that spans producers from around the globe. If you have trouble deciding, simply ask a member of the team to help with recommendations.
The dining room is warm and cosy with a range of seating at counters, tables and its central bar. Whether you’re visiting with a friend for a glass of wine alongside one of its sharing boards, or are celebrating with family with a full three course meal, this smart neighbourhood restaurant is well-suited to multiple occasions.