The Cocochine to open in Mayfair, offering an exceptional blend of fine dining and art

13^th March 2024

Food & Travel Desk

Food & Travel Desk

13 March 2024

The Cocochine, a highly anticipated restaurant venture by Mayfair’s Hamiltons Gallery owner Tim Jefferies and Chef Larry Jayasekara, is set to open its doors on March 25^th, 2024 in Mayfair, London. Situated in a meticulously restored and renovated former mews house at 27 Bruton Place, near Berkeley Square, the establishment promises an exceptional dining experience spread across four floors, prioritising the guest experience with a thoughtful design and a fully à la carte menu. The restaurant, named affectionately after Tim’s young daughter, aims to celebrate the joy of eating through Chef Jayasekara’s classically trained yet uniquely styled cuisine, drawing heavily on his 20 years of fine dining experience and relationships with artisan producers and fishers in Britain and overseas.

Chef Jayasekara, originally from Sri Lanka, brings to the table a philosophy deeply ingrained with the importance of sourcing the best ingredients, a commitment that is evident in The Cocochine’s kitchen’s access to regenerative mixed farmland from the Rowler Estate in Northamptonshire. This connection ensures a steady supply of fruit, vegetables, seasonal flowers, and livestock directly from the farm. Additionally, the menu will feature uncommon ingredients like single-origin chocolate from Suffolk and preservative-free coconut cream from Sri Lanka, underscoring Larry’s intent to celebrate great produce from both local and international systems.

The Cocochine is not just about the food; it is a celebration of art and craftsmanship. The design of the restaurant, from the leather-clad handrails to the specially commissioned mosaic floor inspired by Guido Mocafico’s work, reflects a keen attention to detail and an aim to create a welcoming atmosphere. The main dining room accommodates 28 guests with a no-shadow lighting setup for comfort, whereas the first level houses a seven-guest chef’s counter offering intimate views into the kitchen. The wine cellar, located in the basement, showcases a collection that includes both classic and rare wines, with non-alcoholic alternatives crafted in-house.

In line with offering a personalized dining experience, The Cocochine will not be accepting online bookings. Instead, guests are encouraged to make reservations via phone, emphasising the restaurant’s commitment to personal connection and old-school hospitality. Opening hours will be for lunch from 12:00 with last orders at 14:00 and dinner from 18:00 with last orders at 21:45, Monday to Saturday for the first three months before adjusting to Tuesday to Saturday.

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Photo: Justin De Souza

Artwork credit: © Hamiltons Gallery, the artwork depicted in the photographs remain the rights of the artists and are used courtesy of the respective artists and gallery.