A Mediterranean Odyssey Awaits at The Outernet, Tottenham Court Road. Peter Morrell was there for the launch

The vast open-plan restaurant is now open at The Outernet, Tottenham Court Road, an immersive entertainment district in the heart of town.

CAVO’s additional outside terrace, set to be one of London’s most glamourous dining locations for 2023, will follow when it opens in April – offering unrivalled views over bustling Tottenham Court Road and London’s theatre district.

Cavo: A Mediterranean Odyssey

With its genesis firmly rooted in Mediterranean living and cuisine, CAVO is a celebration of everything the sea and the middle of the earth have to offer, taking over the 4th floor of The New Outernet building at Tottenham, Court Road.

Following the successful launch of hospitality concepts in Greece and Spain, London has been chosen as the next destination for founder Ivo Dimitrov who has set his sights on the capital for his next and biggest venture to date.

Head Chef Alberto Gargiulo has been appointed to oversee the menus that span the whole of the Mediterranean. Alberto Gargiulo grew up in Naples, where food is a cultural phenomenon and home to some of the best ingredients and dishes the Mediterranean has to offer.

Alberto’s career has spanned Italy, the UK and the USA with past roles at Cecconi’s Soho House and Pasta Evangelists. Overing the CAVO kitchen will be one of his biggest projects to date.

Dining At Cavo

Start with the Mediterranean Odyssey menu of small plates, with a range of delectable dishes to choose from including signature seared Scallops in Champagne, garlic, chilli, and parsley butter; Zuppa Di Cozze (mussels, octopus, red prawns, freselia), and Tagliolini Al Tartufo Piemonte, made with 36-month aged Parmesan.

Other delights to start include Chiperones (baby fried squid with aioli); Al-Badhenjan Al-Mahmas (slow roasted aubergine, feta mousse, harissa, pomegranate); and Lasagna Crocante (wild forest mushroom & spinach lasagne, with 36-month dry aged parmesan cream.

Moving on to mains you can mix and match choosing from The Mediterranean Seafood Celebration made up of a selection of fresh oysters, seasonal seafood platters, fish and crustaceans.

Or opt for the authentic Mediterranean barbeque experience and have your preferred cuts of meat expertly grilled on Josper Spanish coals. Rack of 28-Day Lazio Lamb, Abbacchio Romano, and Pluma Iberico Pork are both CAVO signatures.

Brunch Odyssey at Cavo

Get ready for one of London’s hottest new locations for brunch. In true style the Mediterranean CAVO are offering their wide-ranging four-course Brunch Menus for £65 per person which can also be enjoyed on the outside terrace once it opens in April 2023.

Diners will be greeted with a glass of champagne or the Cavo Bloody Mary on arrival, accompanied with oysters, followed with a choice of delicious dishes, including CAVO’s Octopus served with lobster-infused aioli and baby cress and the Andalusian slow roast leg of lamb with potatoes and thyme.

For the sweet-toothed choice, the Basque cheesecake served with mixed berries chutney will provide all the flavours of festivities to get you into the spirit.

If looking for a Vegan alternative, a four-course menu is also available, with starters including the Padron pepper stuffed with herbs breadcrumbs and tomatoes, a selection of mixed vegetables in a romesco sauce and much more.

Drinks At Cavo

A succinct selection of classic cocktails with extra Mediterranean flair is a focus on the CAVO drinks list. Aegean Negroni is Cavo’s twist on the classic Negroni, using Raki from Greece and served with oregano oil, or try the Mediterranean Mary (Tomato gazpacho, balsamic, cucumber, oregano, anchovy, olive with added depth from Palo Cortado sherry).

Champagnes and a cherry-picked list of wines sourced from around Europe accompany.

CAVO’s unrivalled interiors have been developed by a team of global designers from Italy, Spain and the UK who have worked to recreate the look and feel of everything the Mediterranean has to offer.

CAVO’s outside terrace will open in April 2023 offering views over Tottenham Court Road and all-day brunch.

Peter Morrell, Editor, comments “This is a outstanding venue in the newly refurbished St Giles Circus. Cavo is on the 4th floor of the Outernet building, an exciting development featuring massive video screens. The restaurant is huge, and next month a rooftop terrace will open, offering al fresco dining, with the added bonus of extensive views of Tottenham Court Road.”

For more information and to book, visit www.cavorestaurant.com