For my partner’s birthday, I booked a table at Silva, tucked away in the elegant mews of Bruton Place, Mayfair, London W1. It was a beautifully sophisticated experience, with fine china, thoughtful service, and a Mediterranean-inspired menu full of seasonal highlights. Silva is worth discovering if you’re looking for the best restaurants in Mayfair or places to eat near Bruton Place. With its high standard of food, beautiful interiors, and idyllic setting, Silva is the perfect spot for a business lunch, special occasion, or romantic evening.
“Lunch at Silva strikes the perfect chord; it’s elegant enough to feel special, yet warm and welcoming enough that you never feel out of place,” Homegirl London.
Silva Lunch Menu
We ordered the warm sourdough with honey and olive oil butter as soon as we sat down, just enough to settle our appetites while we browsed the menu. The bread was chewy and rustic, the butter silky smooth, with a touch of honey that added a gentle sweetness. The set menu looked tempting, but a few à la carte dishes were difficult to resist.
I had the stracciatella with caramelised flat peach and hazelnuts for my starter. The creamy cheese was beautifully offset by the sweet, lightly charred peach and the crunch of roasted hazelnuts. Each bite was light and indulgent, with a lovely balance of textures. The presentation was delicate and elegant, almost too pretty to eat. Other vegetarian starters on the menu included crispy fried egg with girolles and parmesan sauce, charred asparagus with pistachio salsa verde, and heritage tomatoes with black olive crumble and basil.
Meanwhile, my partner ordered the Cornish crab raviolo with langoustine sauce. The pasta was delicate and generously filled with sweet crab, surrounded by a buttery, shellfish-rich sauce that felt luxurious without being heavy. Silva also offers a range of raw fish starters like salmon tartare with avocado and puffed rice, wild seabass crudo with jalapeño and ginger, and scallop crudo with clementine and yuzu. Starters cost £9-17.
I chose the wild garlic risotto with asparagus and morels as my main course. It arrived in a vibrant green colour, packed with fresh spring flavours. The risotto was creamy without being overly rich, and the earthy morels gave it a satisfying depth. I had considered the roast cauliflower with piquillo peppers and caponata, but after a friendly chat with the waiter, I was pleased with the risotto choice.
My partner had the steamed halibut with broccoli purée, sauce vierge, and monk’s beard. The fish was tender and flaky, while the sauce vierge, with its capers and tomatoes, added a bright, fresh contrast. Other mains included wild seabass all’acqua pazza with courgette and green olives, spatchcock poussin with fennel, mint and chilli, lamb cutlets with courgette and marjoram jus, and duck breast with coco beans and orange jus. Mains cost between £18 and £42.
We added two side dishes of tenderstem broccoli and rosemary roast potatoes. The broccoli was vibrant and dressed, but the potatoes stood out; they were crispy, golden, fluffy inside, and seasoned to perfection. We both agreed they were some of the best roast potatoes in any restaurant. Other sides available included a spring leaf salad and glazed carrots with mint. Sides cost £8 each.
Despite feeling relatively full, we couldn’t resist dessert. We shared the chocolate fondant with stem ginger ice cream. It had a perfect molten centre, and the ginger ice cream’s warmth lifted the chocolate’s richness beautifully.
We also split a creamy, light, and Manuela’s Basque cheesecake with a perfect caramelised top. Other desserts included a Silva fruit tart with yuzu gel and diplomat cream, strawberry and vanilla fontainebleau with meringue, and a tempting range of artisanal ice creams and sorbets. Desserts cost £13, while the ice creams and sorbets are £5.50 for three.
The list of cocktails and mocktails was enticing. My partner chose the Sereni-Tea Matcha mocktail, a refreshing and slightly earthy mix of coconut, matcha, and shiso. It was clean, fresh, and a nice counterpoint to the richness of the food. I decided to go for a gin and tonic, which was refreshing and the perfect choice.
Helpful Information About Silva Restaurant
Silva’s interior is elegant and relaxing, with a soft and calm style. Most tables are designed for two, with plush sofas for two so you can cosy up to each other, creating an intimate, cocooned feel. A few tables are outside, tucked along the cobbled street with a historic charm. It’s a lovely, hidden corner of Mayfair.
Silva is at 26-28 Bruton Place, Mayfair, London W1J 6NG. The closest Underground stations are Bond Street and Green Park, both around a ten-minute walk away. The restaurant typically opens Monday to Saturday from 12 noon to 11 pm and closes on Sundays, although it is always best to double-check before visiting. For more information, please take a look at the Silva Restaurant website.
Author: Homegirl London. Photographs: Homegirl London. I only write about eateries where I had a good experience. I recommend you do further research, as standards fluctuate, as do opinions. Please check if the establishment is still in business and the opening times before you go. If you discover this restaurant has closed, contact me to remove it from my blog.