The opulence of Venetian villas comes to London at Jacuzzi, a restaurant that straddles the line between high camp and high class.
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Big Mamma, a French restaurant group known for its lavish Italian-themed restaurants, opened another ambitious restaurant in Kensington High Street earlier this year. It takes over a four-storey former bank with 4,000 square feet of space. The newly opened restaurant quickly became a hit on social media, and we certainly understand why.
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Inspired by the Big Mamma founders childhood memories of exploring a grand Venetian villa, the restaurant boasts a vibrant atmosphere. Its OTT interiors are a feast for the eyes. An enormous lemon tree dominates the middle of the ground floor, surrounded by bright red banquettes. The ceilings are adorned with low-lit chandeliers, while colourful artwork line the walls.
Up the brightly lit staircase, above the botanical themed first floor, lies the Sicilian mezzanine with a retractable roof that lets sunlight in. The space radiates laid-back sophistication, reminiscent of an Italian courtyard – as long as you look past the giant framed underwears on the walls. If you venture up yet another flight of stairs, a boudoir-themed bar which offers cocktails just as fancy as its interiors rests on the top floor.
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Finally, wander down to the basement to what social media deems the pièce de résistance of Jacuzzi – the toilet. Glitter disco balls and plenty of mirrors greet you as you enter the former bank vault turned lavatory, making the place appear like a cross between a club and a science museum. The cubicles come equipped with one-way looking glasses that allow people inside to see out (but not vice versa, thankfully), so you can spy on people without them knowing. Cheeky.
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