Kitchen W8, London

This informal neighbourhood restaurant in Kensington is a joint venture between Michelin-starred chef Philip Howard and London restaurateur Rebecca Mascarenhas.

Opened 28 October

Owners Philip Howard and Rebecca Mascarenhas

Head chef Mark Kempson

Manager Eric Handts

Capacity 80

Menu Modern European - dishes include game consommé with bacon cream and small game hot dog; fillet of halibut with a beaufort crust, melted onions and chanterelles; pot-roast pork belly with crushed root vegetables, black pudding and apple; and crème fraîche tart with lemon curd ice-cream.

Average spend £30 excluding wine

Address 11 Abingdon Road, London, W8 6AH

Telephone 020 7937 0120

Website www.kitchenw8.com