Celeste is the public-facing Italian-American restaurant inside Estelle Community in Notting Hill.
Menu highlights include tuna crudo, Diavola pizzette, Polpette al sugo and linguine ai tre pomodori.
The opening offers non-members a glimpse into the world of Estelle, which also includes Maison Estelle and Estelle Manor.
The public-facing restaurant from the Estelle members’ club offers a rare glimpse inside one of London’s most talked-about hospitality names.
The world of private members’ clubs often comes with closed doors, discreet entrances and an air of intrigue. Now, Celeste is giving London diners a way in. Located on Ledbury Road in Notting Hill, Celeste Restaurant is the all-day Italian-American restaurant on the ground floor of Celeste, the hosted home and private members’ club from Estelle Community.
Celeste is the main restaurant of the Notting Hill members’ club, but unlike the upstairs areas, it is open to the public. For those who have long been curious about Estelle’s refined world of dining, design and social spaces, this new opening offers a rare opportunity to experience part of the concept without a membership.
The restaurant takes over a prime spot in one of west London’s most stylish neighbourhoods. Set inside a restored townhouse, Celeste brings together a front terrace, an elegant bar, counter seating and a rear courtyard with a fireplace. The setting is designed for different moments throughout the day, from a morning coffee on the terrace to relaxed lunches, evening drinks and leisurely dinners.
The menu focuses on Italian-American dishes with what the restaurant describes as “a subtle Californian influence”. Diners can look forward to sharing plates, handmade pasta and comforting classics with a contemporary feel. Highlights include Atlantic bluefin tuna crudo with San Marzano tomato salsa, stracciatella and basil, alongside Diavola pizzette, Polpette al sugo and the signature Celeste linguine ai tre pomodori.
Breakfast also plays an important role in the all-day offering. Dishes such as French toast with mandarin and yuzu marmalade and hazelnut crumble bring a sunny start to the day, while the terrace gives Notting Hill locals a new spot for coffee, conversation and people-watching.
Estelle has already built a reputation for creating destinations that blend dining, culture and design. Maison Estelle occupies a Grade I-listed Georgian townhouse in Mayfair, while Estelle Manor brings country-house glamour to Oxfordshire. Celeste now adds a west London address to the growing community, opening the door to a wider audience through its public restaurant.
With its Notting Hill location, Italian-American menu and connection to one of London’s most elusive club groups, Celeste is already shaping up to be one of the capital’s most intriguing new restaurant openings.
Where: Celeste, 45 Ledbury Road, Notting Hill, London W11 2AA
When: Daily from 8am to midnight
Contact: https://celestenottinghill.com