At The Assistant Room, trust is everything. We only recommend venues we genuinely love, the ones that impress us on every level. So when we heard about the new Mediterranean-inspired menu at Kitchen at Holmes, our Members Concierge team headed down to put it through our rigorous vetting process. From the moment we arrived, we knew we were in for something special.
Located in the heart of Marylebone, Kitchen at Holmes is stylish without trying too hard. Think marble-topped tables, soft greys, wood-panelled walls, and a buzzy open-plan kitchen that adds a real sense of theatre to the dining experience. The vibe? Relaxed but polished, exactly what we look for in a venue we’d recommend to our members.
We started with cocktails (obviously), mezcal margaritas that walked the perfect line between smoky and citrusy. As we settled into our table, the starters arrived: crab croquettes that were golden, crisp and generously filled, paired with a mezze platter brimming with bold Mediterranean flavours. Each bite felt like a snapshot of summer, fresh, vibrant, and full of character.
For mains, we couldn’t resist trying a bit of everything, and we’re glad we did. A beautifully cooked steak, full of flavour and melt-in-your-mouth tender, sat beside a stunning plate of spaghetti vongole, served with clams so fresh they could’ve been pulled from the sea that morning. But the unexpected star of the show? A side of beef fat chips. Crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and packed with rich, indulgent flavour, we were tempted to order a second round. The whole meal was tied together with a bottle of Gavi di Gavi, light and elegant, perfectly complementing the dishes and adding just the right celebratory note to the evening.
Service here deserves a moment of its own. The team struck that elusive balance between being efficient and deeply attentive. They guided us through the menu with real care, asking about dietary preferences, offering thoughtful suggestions, and clearly knowing the food inside out. We never felt rushed, but we also never waited too long. That level of intuitive service is rare, and it didn’t go unnoticed.
We’d love to tell you about dessert, but in the name of full honesty, we physically couldn’t manage another bite. Our only regret of the night! That said, it gives us the perfect excuse to return (not that we needed one).
While the food and service won us over completely, what makes Kitchen at Holmes even more special is how adaptable it is as a venue. It’s not just a spot for dinner, it’s somewhere that works for almost any occasion. The private dining rooms are ideal for intimate gatherings, team celebrations or client entertaining, and yes, they can accommodate round tables (a request we get from members all the time). The vibe is always warm and welcoming, even when you scale up for a larger group.
But it doesn’t stop there. Upstairs, Kitchen at Holmes also offers a dedicated event floor, designed with flexibility in mind. With multiple spaces to choose from, it’s perfect for everything from board meetings and small conferences to after-work drinks with clients in a beautifully intimate setting. Having a full floor to yourself gives you the best of both worlds: the buzz of the restaurant downstairs and a private space tailored to your event upstairs. Add in the heated terrace for year-round al fresco dining and the secret rooftop terrace for private parties, and you’ve got a venue that can flex for just about anything you throw at it.
And here’s where our team comes in. Through The Assistant Room Members Concierge, we regularly support assistants and businesses with booking spaces like these, from the first enquiry to the finishing touches. If you’re looking to host an event at Kitchen at Holmes, we can help you find the right space, handle the planning details, and make sure everything is seamless on the day.
Kitchen at Holmes has everything we look for when recommending a venue to our members: outstanding food, attentive service, and spaces that genuinely work for every occasion. From a casual dinner or weekend brunch to a full-scale private event, this Marylebone gem manages to strike the right balance of style, substance, and flexibility.
It’s not often we leave a restaurant already planning our return visit, but that’s exactly what happened here. Between the Mediterranean-inspired menu, the impeccable team, and the sheer versatility of the space (private dining rooms, a secret rooftop terrace and an entire event floor), Kitchen at Holmes earns our official seal of approval.
And if you’re thinking about making a booking here, whether for a client lunch, a milestone celebration, or even a conference, you don’t have to do it alone. Our Assistant Room Members Concierge team helps thousands of assistants every day with global venue requests just like this. We’ll handle the back-and-forth, secure the best options, and make sure every detail is spot on.
Click here to find out how we can support you via our event planning and supplier sourcing PA/EA concierge service, and let us help you experience Kitchen at Holmes the way it’s meant to be.