NOPI brings a refined yet approachable take on Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine to the heart of Soho. Mentioned in the Michelin Guide, the restaurant operates under the broader vision of Yotam Ottolenghi, whose influence is evident in the balance of bold flavour, texture, and vegetable-forward composition that defines the menu.The kitchen’s approach is rooted in vibrant, market-driven cooking. Vegetables are often treated as centrepieces rather than sides, and each dish is shaped by a layering of spices, herbs and seasonal ingredients used with clarity. There is a distinctive interplay of sweet, sour and savoury — a rhythm that underpins the meal without overwhelming it.Plates are designed to highlight contrast. A roasted aubergine may be lifted by a sharp yoghurt or citrus dressing; grains and legumes combined with pickled or fermented elements that bring depth and lift. Proteins appear throughout the menu but are never treated as default centrepieces — everything is integrated with purpose. The cooking style relies on confident seasoning and a willingness to let ingredients retain their identity.The aesthetic of the dishes reflects the same intent. Plating is clean but generous, with natural colours and a focus on form through flavour rather than visual design. The menu structure encourages variety, offering dishes that can be shared or sequenced according to preference, always built on clarity and expression.Located at 21–22 Warwick Street, London, W1B 5NE, United Kingdom, in the heart of Soho, NOPI reflects its surroundings through energy and openness, while maintaining a kitchen discipline shaped by the broader Ottolenghi philosophy. The dining space is polished and structured, without losing the ease and informality that supports the food.NOPI’s mention in the Michelin Guide affirms its consistent execution and strong culinary identity. With a focus on seasonal produce, layered flavour, and Middle Eastern influence expressed through restraint, the restaurant delivers a thoughtful experience rooted in ingredient quality and purposeful composition — a signature of the wider Ottolenghi ethos, interpreted here with precision and control.
