Pies Will Take Centre Stage At Harrods’ Revamped Restaurant

When it first opened in 1911, The Georgian at Harrods was London’s largest restaurant. Since then, it has remained a popular fixture in the capital for over 100 years – but this winter, the esteemed eatery will enter a new era.

What To Expect At The Georgian 2.0

The Georgian will reopen on 4 November 2024 following an extensive refurbishment. Still sitting on Harrods’ fourth floor, the space will feature a sparkling new design helmed by David Collins Studio, alongside Harrods’ in-house team, who have taken care to preserve the room’s Art Deco grandeur while adding extra touches of glitz. An array of chandeliers will hang from the ceiling, with a central piano creating a feel of Jazz Age glamour.

British chef Calum Franklin will be heading up the kitchen’s evening menu, focusing on British ingredients and classic cooking. Franklin, who hails from Rosewood London’s Holborn Dining Room, has become famous for his showstopping pies, which he’ll be showcasing at Harrods with the signature Georgian Pie Experience, as well as classics such as beef and shin, chicken penny, and beef wellington.

Alongside this, the eatery will celebrate the restaurant’s decorated history, with recipes inspired by dishes from Harrods’ archive. Think British oysters and caviar to start, followed by starters including the ‘1909 – Harrods Diamond Jubilee Consomme’ and Cornish crab tart.

Afternoon tea is one of The Georgian’s long-standing traditions, so of course this will feature in its new iteration. Diners can expect an impressive spread of sweet and savoury treats created by Harrods’ in-house patisserie team, led by executive pastry chef Markus Bohr. A seasonal menu will include contemporary twists on classics, such as a confit duck sandwich with orange marmalade, English cucumber and cream cheese on white pain di mie, and cakes including a blackberry tart, and a pistachio and cinnamon Breton. 

Ashley Saxton, Director of Restaurants and Kitchens, said: ‘Our ambition for all Harrods restaurants is to evoke the finest elements of the Harrods brand – the atmosphere, the service, and the quality – while ensuring each space reflects its unique identity and proposition. While every dining space within Harrods has a rich history, few embody this more than The Georgian, which has been at the heart of high society dining since the Edwardian era. 

‘Our challenge and opportunity as the custodians of this historic restaurant are to restore its vibrancy and secure its future for the next century. By providing a world-class proposition through partners like Calum Franklin, we aim to blend The Georgian’s iconic charm with modern excellence and reaffirm its place as one of London’s most important dining destinations.’

The Georgian will reopen on 4 November 2024 at 4th Floor, Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road, London, SW1X 7XL. harrods.com