First look at 19 Motcomb Street, Belgravia’s iconic Pantechnicon reinvented
Former Nordic-Japanese design and dining hub Pantechnicon reopens as 19 Motcomb Street with a trio of food and beverage concepts
Belgravia’s beloved Pantechnicon building has reopened as 19 Motcomb Street, introducing three distinctive London dining experiences celebrating Mediterranean, Japanese and global influences – all conceptualised by west London design studio Sagrada. Originally built in the 19th century as an arts and crafts centre, the landmark saw a revival in 2020 after a five-year renovation by architecture firm Farrells, transforming into a Nordic-Japanese design and dining hub and home to the UK’s first Café Kitsuné.
Inside 19 Motcomb Street, Belgravia’s new dining destination
On the ground floor you'll now find Amélie, which takes guests on a saunter to the south of France. Led by head chef Steve Ravenea, formerly of Annabel’s and The Arts Club, the menu showcases bold Provençal flavours and ingredients sourced from small French producers. An exclusive caviar menu adds a touch of indulgence, complemented by a dessert trolley with delicate pastries, madeleines and macarons. Cocktails trace Amélie’s journey across France, each representing a different region, while wine-focused dinners are expected to be offered throughout the year.
Meanwhile, Luum – found on the lower ground floor – offers a late-night Latin American-style lounge experience filled with rich Mayan-inspired colours and textures. Its cocktail menu pays homage to nature with three themes: ‘Above the Ground’, featuring light spirits with vibrant, fresh flavours; ‘Below the Ground’, offering aged spirits with deep, earthy notes; and ‘Precious Stones’, showcasing rare ingredients and exceptional spirits – each drink served in bespoke vessels, including clay creations by designer Mihaly Herczeg. The bar will soon begin a weekly rollout of live music by international DJs.
Finally, Sachi extends across the second floor and rooftop, including an omakase counter, an open kitchen and a nature-inspired rooftop bar that draws on Japanese tradition. Led by chef Kyung-Soo Moon and head chef Joonsu Park, Sachi’s menu celebrates Japanese culinary artistry, highlighting robata, tempura, sashimi and sushi with an emphasis on seasonality, local ingredients and foraged elements. The rooftop bar, with serene, nature-infused decor and tortoiseshell details, offers panoramic views of the London skyline, along with cocktails, sake and sharing plates. A Cigar Room, guided by a dedicated cigar sommelier, rounds out the experience.
amelie-restaurants.com, barluum.com, sachirestaurants.com
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Sofia de la Cruz is the Travel Editor at Wallpaper*. She was born in Madrid, Spain but moved to London when she was 14 years old. Being exposed to the city’s creative pulse at such a young age shaped her into the inquisitive professional she is today. Before joining the Wallpaper* team in 2023, she worked for Hypebae and Hypebeast UK, where she focused on the intersection of art, fashion, and culture. Additionally, she contributed to Futurevvorld by covering a variety of sustainability topics.
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