Reservations and Events

020 7734 4545

If you cannot find a suitable table online, please give us a call and we will do our best to help. We take online bookings for parties up to 8; larger tables (up to 15 guests) can be reserved by phone or email. If you have any special request please let us know using the request box during the booking process.

Our restaurant is available for private hire and we can cater for events up to 70 guests. For all details regarding exclusive use of Arbutus Restaurant please email us on [email protected] and our reservations department will be delighted to help you create a bespoke event.

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About

Contemporary bistro in the heart of Soho

Arbutus

Arbutus opened in May 2006 and is the brainchild of Anthony Demetre and Will Smith. Arbutus boasts an intimate dining area with a décor that does not compromise on style or elegance. A unique feature is that the whole wine list can be bought by the 250ml carafe and allows you to pair different wine with your meal. Anthony’s cooking skill really shines with his ability to turn seasonal and inexpensive food items into affordable and interesting dishes. Arbutus earned a Michelin star in January 2007.

Anthony Demetre

Having learnt his craft working in some of the world’s leading restaurants and being taught by some of the best chefs including Marco Pierre White and Pierre Koffman a turning point in Anthony’s career came in 1999 when he was appointed chef/director of Putney Bridge restaurant in South West London. It was here that Anthony met his now business partner Will Smith, then restaurant manager of Putney Bridge. Within a year of opening, in January 2000 Putney Bridge and the team were awarded a Michelin Star followed by four AA rosettes for food and service.

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Will Smith

Will’s first foray into hospitality was in hotel management working in notable establishments such as Cameron House Hotel on Loch Lomond and The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh which piqued a passion in Will to pursue the restaurant side of the hotel business.

Recognising that London was at the forefront of the restaurant scene Will relocated there in 1997 taking on the role of Restaurant Manager at L’Odeon on Regent Street.

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