Michelin-starred London restaurant Sola is preparing to leave Soho and move to a smaller Notting Hill site, marking a significant shift for one of the capital’s most distinctive modern dining rooms.

The restaurant, run by chef Victor Garvey, will close its current Soho venue on June 6 before reopening near its sister restaurant Mater1a on June 17.

A Smaller Dining Room With A More Personal Feel

Sola has operated in Soho since 2019, building its reputation around a modern interpretation of Californian dining in the heart of central London.

The new Notting Hill restaurant will be far more intimate, with just 12 covers compared with the current 26-seat dining room.

Garvey said the move was inspired by the atmosphere at Mater1a, where a compact 16-cover format creates closer interaction between chef and diner.

More Focus On The Cooking

The reduced capacity is expected to give Garvey more time to focus on each dish and create a more detailed dining experience for guests.

For diners, the move signals a shift from a larger Soho destination to a more concentrated, chef-led format where the kitchen and dining room are closely connected.

The new site will also feature a much larger wine list, with a particular focus on American wines.

A Michelin-Starred Name Moves West

Garvey began working in restaurants at the age of 15 and earned Sola its first Michelin star in 2021.

He now runs Sola alongside Mater1a, which opened in February this year and has helped shape the decision to bring Sola into a more intimate Notting Hill setting.

The move comes as London’s fine dining scene continues to evolve, with smaller, experience-led restaurants increasingly drawing attention from both local diners and food-focused travellers.

What Diners Need To Know

Sola’s final service in Soho is scheduled for June 6, while the new Notting Hill restaurant is due to open on June 17.

With only 12 covers available, reservations are likely to become significantly more competitive once the restaurant reopens.