The Kensington Quarter is a sophisticated all-day dining destination nestled on Kensington High Street. Occupying the ground floor of Hotel Indigo, the venue is part café, bar, deli and restaurant.
Located opposite High Street Kensington station in the vibrant Kensington district of West London, The Kensington Quarter caters for business travellers, local families and Kensington shoppers alike. Designed by Dexter Moren Associates, the interiors strike a perfect balance between modern chic and neighbourhood warmth. Expect sleek black ceilings, chequered floors, large street-facing windows and cosy seating corner, ideal for business breakfasts, casual lunches or evening drinks.
The café-style deli near the entrance showcases an array of freshly baked breads, tempting pastries and artisan goods from local producers like Farrington’s rapeseed oil and Doisy & Dam organic chocolate. The kitchen under head chef Riad Zailuk emphasises organic, seasonal and ethically sourced ingredients - think Cornish crab salad, confit duck-leg, native lobster roll, five-spice mutton shoulder and pigeon pastilla pie. Cuisine spans Italian, Mediterranean and pan-Asian influences, with a menu offering everything from pizzas and Mediterranean meze, to sushi, poke bowls and classic European mains like butternut squash risotto, Dover sole and grilled seabass with pea velouté. Sharing plates, hearty salads, sandwiches, pastas and risottos feature heavily, enhanced by indulgent desserts such as Valrhona chocolate fondant, spicy banana-ginger tarte tatin and lemon meringue pie.
The drinks list is as varied as the food, offering fine wines from Italy and France, inventive cocktails (the signature Kensington Infusion, lychee negroni), beers, teas and coffees. A relaxed bar area and private event space for up to 50 make it well-suited for groups and occasions.
With its multi-concept layout, neighbourhood spirit and thoughtfully curated menu, it offers an appealing blend of casual café vibes, deli treats and restaurant-style dining in one lively West London hub.