A MICHELIN-starred chef’s flagship UK restaurant is closing today after seven years.
The Californian-inspired dining spot is relocating to a smaller venue in London.
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The modern dining spot in Soho has been open since 2019 Credit: Unknown
The new Notting Hill location of Sola is expected to open on June 17 Credit: DGLimages
Sola, run by chef Victor Garvey, is moving to a more intimate location near its sister site Mater1a.
The modern dining spot has been open since 2019, but is downsizing from its original location in Soho.
Its new Notting Hill location is expected to open on June 17.
Speaking on the relocation, chef Victor Garvey said: “I have loved every minute of being in Soho and I am thankful to all those who have supported me, but, after seeing how happy interacting with all of the Mater1a guests on a nightly basis has made me, I have realised that our future lies in a more tailored, intimate experience, and a new chapter for Sola awaits – the best is yet to come.
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“We have spent the last two months building a beautiful chef’s counter restaurant where a maximum of 12 diners can eat at a time – this allows us to really stretch our culinary legs and push the boat out, creatively.”
Garvey revealed the idea for the move was inspired by the atmosphere of Sola’s sister restaurant.
Mater1a has just 16 covers and offers a more intimate and interactive environment between chef and diner.
The new site will also feature a much larger wine list, particularly concentrated on American wines.
Garvey began working in restaurants aged 15, and secured his first Michelin star for Sola in 2021.
He previously operated The Victor Garvey at the Midland Grand restaurant located in the St Pancras Hotel, but the site closed within five months of opening less than a year ago, despite being very popular among critics.
