Petrus

In 1999, a culinary star was born. Petrus, a restaurant in London’s Belgravia district, opened its doors. It was the brainchild of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. Petrus quickly became known for its modern French cuisine. The restaurant’s name, Petrus, comes from the prestigious French wine. It was a favorite of both Ramsay and his then-head chef, Marcus Wareing. Petrus has had a colorful history. In its original location on St. James’s Street, it was the site of some extravagant spending. In 2001, a group of bankers reportedly spent over £44,000 on wine. Petrus then moved to The Berkeley hotel in Knightsbridge. A few years later, a public feud erupted between Ramsay and Wareing. This led to Wareing opening his own restaurant in the former Petrus space. Ramsay retained the Petrus name. He reopened Petrus at its current location on Kinnerton Street in 2010. Petrus has consistently earned accolades. It held two Michelin stars at one point, and currently holds one. It also boasts 3 AA Rosettes. The restaurant’s interior is designed in a claret red theme. A circular glass room in the center houses the extensive wine collection. This includes 34 different vintages of the eponymous Pétrus wine. The menu offers a range of fixed-price options. These feature modern French cuisine with dishes like pan-fried fish and elaborate desserts. Some desserts are served on dry ice. Others involve theatrical presentations, like a chocolate sphere melting to reveal ice cream. Petrus continues to be a destination for fine dining in London. It offers a taste of Ramsay’s culinary vision. It has a rich history that adds to the dining experience.