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Dear Jackie, tucked away on Broadwick Street in Soho, is a destination for Italian opulence and refined dining. The room is intimate and seductive, with Murano lighting, red silk walls, and plush booths that create an atmosphere split between dolce vita elegance and disco fabulousness. It is a setting that promises both serious food and night-time glamour.
The menu focuses on superior pasta dishes and reimagined Italian classics, backed by an extensive wine list. This is modern Italian cuisine with a clear point of view—plates that honour tradition while feeling thoroughly contemporary. The restaurant has earned a Michelin Recommended distinction, a recognition that aligns with the consistently gratifying food described by the FT Magazine: "It had been a fine evening, in a quirky and entertaining room, with gratifyingly excellent food."
Open for dinner Monday to Saturday (with lunch Thursday to Saturday), Dear Jackie offers a chance to settle into those plush booths and let the evening unfold. The kitchen works with carefully sourced ingredients, and the set menu provides a great introduction to their style. That menu changes seasonally, but typical plates include Roast Cod with Jerusalem Artichoke, Blythburgh Pork Neck with Heritage Carrots, and a classic Amaretto Tiramisu to finish. The set menu is available both at lunch, for dinner before 6.15pm, and after 10.00pm—making it ideal for a pre-theatre supper or a late-night indulgence.
The atmosphere is one of discreet intimacy. There is no rush, no noise that overpowers conversation. It is the kind of place where the surroundings and the food work in unison, each amplifying the other. For those seeking a private space, the restaurant also offers private dining options. Dear Jackie stands as a confident, contemporary voice in London’s Italian dining scene—one that rewards a visit with both substance and style.
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