Review of the Sunday feast at Macellaio RC
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Macellaio RC in Soho has long been known for its unapologetic celebration of meat, but its Sunday Italian Feast brings a softer, more convivial edge to the experience. This is less about formality and more about settling in, loosening up, and embracing the kind of long, generous lunch that Italians do so well.
The format is simple but indulgent. A buffet stretches across the room, filled with slow-roasted cuts carved to order, their edges crisp and centres meltingly tender. Plates quickly come alive with golden roast potatoes, deeply flavoured gravies and bright, punchy salads that cut through the richness. It’s the kind of spread that encourages repeat visits to the counter, each round slightly more ambitious than the last.
What elevates it beyond a standard Sunday roast is the atmosphere. From midday, live musicians take over the space, weaving through tables and breaking into classic Italian songs that feel instantly familiar, even if you don’t quite know the words. There’s something disarming about hearing these melodies up close, as diners begin to clap along, sing snippets back, and fully lean into the moment. It transforms the room from a restaurant into something closer to a lively family gathering.
We started with a simple spread of burrata and a selection of cold meats, including prosciutto, before moving onto the main buffet. Here, tender roasted meats are carefully carved and served alongside roast potatoes, roasted carrots and tenderstem broccoli. It’s straightforward and comforting. The dessert table offers a choice of tiramisu and chocolate cake, both of which we tried to round off the meal.
Bottomless prosecco keeps spirits high, while the option of free corkage adds a personal touch for those wanting to bring something special.
By the time the music winds down, you’re left pleasantly full and wondering why all Sundays don’t feel quite like this.
Address: Macellaio RC Soho, Shaftesbury Ave, London, W1D, 6LA
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Written by Enytha Peer
Photography courtesy of Macellaio RC
