What to order at Mountain

Must order
Smoked sardine flatbread, the wood-roast lamb shoulder and whatever pudding is on the chalkboard.
Editor tip
Counter seats around the pass take walk-ins from 17:30. Bookings open six weeks ahead through Resy.
CuisineSpanish
Price££££
Tasting menu£140
Neighborhoodsoho
HoursMon closed, Tue-Sat 12:00-14:45 and 17:00-21:30, Sun 12:00-20:00
ChefTomos Parry
Book ahead6 weeks
Last verified

Must order: Smoked sardine flatbread, the wood-roast lamb shoulder and whatever pudding is on the chalkboard.

Tip: Counter seats around the pass take walk-ins from 17:30. Bookings open six weeks ahead through Resy.

Location

Address: 16-18 Beak Street, London W1F 9RD

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